A study on the choice and potential of biomass in the state of Odisha

Faced with the innumerable number of crises centered on depletable energy sources, mankind is trying its best to wriggle itself out of the situation through greater reliance with sources of energy which are not depletable, in particular, the renewable ones like the solar energy and its immediate manifestation, viz. biomass, wind energy and hydro power. Thus bringing in sustainability and the national needs as our prime focus, it can be well addressed that the renewable energies should be given more priority and be supplemented with more emerging technologies. Considering that the energy consumption is increasing with populations and economic developments, there is a high need that the oil dominated world economy should be prioritized to be changed. The requirement for the replacement fuels will distinctly increase based on the fact that the third decade of 21^st century is approaching at a fast pace, nevertheless, it cannot be denied that the alternative energies will take around five to fifteen years to get developed. Taking these factors into our consideration, it is at this point when we think of an efficient energy source, as there is an urgent need to control the harmful effects on the environment, so as to have a better environment. Relating this to energy, we find biomass energy to be best applicable at this scenario. The cause for this choice has been gradually brought to the limelight, with the passage of this piece of research work. The potential of biomass in the state of Odisha has also been highlighted.