The unavailability of reliable and accurate estimates of the biomass resources and their corresponding energy potentials promoted the need for a detailed biomass energy resource assessment, to ascertain the potential of biomass as a renewable energy source. The intention being promotion and to upscale development of biomass projects in Zimbabwe, in view of the energy crisis and for environmental protection.

• Biomass Resource Potential - study findings and impact to the local communities.
• Utilization of forestry biomass waste for energy generation and grid integration.
• The environment life cycle assessment for energy recovery in view of the current
• environmental management practices and grid emissions.
• Renewable energy - investment incentives and supporting policies.