Do you want to convert forestry waste from India’s forests into high-quality biomass pellets for sustainable energy?
Convert Forestry Waste into High-Quality Pellets
Do you have forestry waste in your area? If so, you can convert it into premium biomass pellets, and PelletIndia.com is here to help.
We offer end-to-end solutions for setting up pellet-making units. To ensure the quality of your raw material, send us your forestry waste, and we will process it into sample pellets for testing. You can then have them laboratory tested to determine their calorific value (GCV) and combustion efficiency.
Forestry Waste Generation in India
1. Estimating Total Forestry Waste in India
Forestry waste generation depends on various factors, including logging activity, tree species, climate, and forest density. India has around 713,789 sq. km of forest cover, making up 21.71% of the total land area.
- The total annual forestry waste generation in India is estimated between 150-200 million tons from timber logging, sawmill operations, and natural shedding.
- This translates to an average of 410,000 – 550,000 tons of forestry waste per day nationwide.
2. Forestry Waste per Square Kilometer
To estimate the average forestry waste generated per square kilometer:
- Assuming 170 million tons per year (mid-range estimate), or 465,750 tons per day.
- Dividing by 713,789 sq. km of forest area:
465,750 tons/day ÷ 713,789 sq. km ≈ 0.65 tons/day per sq. km
Thus, each square kilometer of forest in India generates around 0.65 tons of forestry waste per day.
3. Variation by Forest Type
| Forest Type | Examples | Estimated Waste Generation (tons/day per sq. km) |
| Dense Forests | Western Ghats, Northeast India, Sundarbans | 0.8 – 1.2 |
| Moderate Forests | Central India, Western India | 0.5 – 0.8 |
| Dry & Degraded Forests | Rajasthan, parts of Gujarat & UP | 0.3 – 0.5 |
Conclusion
- India generates approximately 410,000 – 550,000 tons of forestry waste daily.
- Each square kilometer of forest produces around 0.65 tons per day on average.
- Denser forests generate more forestry waste, while drier forests generate less.
This forestry waste has huge potential for biomass energy, composting, and industrial applications.
Forests in India by Region
India is home to a vast range of forests, rich in biodiversity and natural resources:
- Sundarbans Mangrove Forest – West Bengal
- Kaziranga Forest – Assam
- Gir Forest – Gujarat
- Jim Corbett Forest – Uttarakhand
- Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve – Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, Kerala
- Dandeli Wildlife Sanctuary – Karnataka
- Kanha National Park – Madhya Pradesh
- Bandhavgarh Forest – Madhya Pradesh
- Satpura Forest – Madhya Pradesh
- Pench Tiger Reserve – Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh
- Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary – Kerala
- Ranthambore Forest – Rajasthan
- Keoladeo Ghana Forest – Rajasthan
- Saranda Forest – Jharkhand
- Namdapha National Park – Arunachal Pradesh
- Dibang Valley Forest – Arunachal Pradesh
- Nokrek Biosphere Reserve – Meghalaya
- Manas National Park – Assam
- Simlipal Forest – Odisha
- Bhavnagar Amreli Forest – Gujarat
- Dampa Tiger Reserve – Mizoram
- Pobitora Wildlife Sanctuary – Assam
- Nauradehi Wildlife Sanctuary – Madhya Pradesh
- Mollem National Park – Goa
- Rajaji National Park – Uttarakhand
Forestry Waste Materials & Their GCV (Approx.)
Forestry waste includes by-products from forest management, logging, and wood processing. These residues can be effectively utilized for biomass energy, composting, and industrial applications.
Common Forestry Waste & Estimated GCV (kcal/kg)
| Forestry Waste | Hindi Name | Estimated GCV (kcal/kg) |
| Wood Chips | लकड़ी के टुकड़े | 3,800 – 4,200 |
| Sawdust | आरा चूरा | 3,500 – 4,000 |
| Bark Waste | छाल अपशिष्ट | 3,200 – 3,800 |
| Twigs & Branches | टहनियाँ और शाखाएँ | 3,600 – 4,000 |
| Dry Leaves & Needles | सूखे पत्ते और सुइयाँ | 2,800 – 3,500 |
| Tree Stumps | वृक्ष के ठूंठ | 3,600 – 4,000 |
| Sawmill Waste | आरा मिल अपशिष्ट | 3,500 – 4,100 |
| Forest Floor Litter | जंगल की पत्तियों की परत | 2,500 – 3,200 |
| Pine Cones | चीड़ के शंकु | 3,800 – 4,200 |
| Bamboo Waste | बांस का अपशिष्ट | 3,700 – 4,000 |
| Coconut Husk & Shell | नारियल की भूसी और खोल | 4,000 – 4,500 |
| Eucalyptus Leaves | नीलगिरी के पत्ते | 3,500 – 3,900 |
| Rubber Wood Waste | रबर की लकड़ी का अपशिष्ट | 3,600 – 4,100 |
| Palm Fronds | ताड़ के पत्ते | 3,400 – 3,800 |
| Cashew Shell Waste | काजू की खोल | 4,500 – 5,000 |
| Acacia Wood Residue | बबूल की लकड़ी का अवशेष | 3,800 – 4,200 |
| Lantana Camara Waste | लैंटाना अपशिष्ट | 3,600 – 3,900 |
| Agroforestry Residues | कृषि वानिकी अवशेष | 3,500 – 4,000 |
| Teak Wood Sawdust | सागौन लकड़ी आरा चूरा | 3,800 – 4,300 |
These forestry waste materials can be converted into pellets for sustainable bioenergy applications, reducing waste while increasing energy efficiency.
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