Producing Energy From Biomass

Biomass energy utilizes plant materials and animal wastes as fuel sources. It is widely used in developing nations for heating and cooking, while in industrial nations, it is a smaller but growing energy source. Biomass can be converted into liquid fuels like ethanol and methanol, or burned directly to produce electricity. Although biomass shows promise due to its availability and moderate costs, improper use can lead to resource exhaustion and air pollution.

In what ways can biomass be used to produce electricity?

What are the potential environmental impacts of using biomass energy?