July 9, 2009

Best Use of Biomass is for Heat

Letter written to the editor of Hearth and Home from Jon Strimling-President of PelletSales.com To the Editor: As state and federal policymakers work to stimulate jobs in renewable energy and give the economy a much-needed boost, we would be wise to heed the lesson of Germany.  After substantial investment in wind and solar energy, Germany… Read More »

July 9, 2009

Lambda Controlled Wood Combustion in Gasification Boilers

Lambda controlled combustion in wood burning boilers combines modern computer processing and control with the ancient use of wood as fuel. The problem: A traditional problem with wood burning is the emission of unburned, yet energy rich gasses as smoke. Burning smoke enhances efficiency and decreases harmful emissions. If wood is heated and turned into… Read More »

How to Buy PEX Pipe Systems for Remote Building or Outdoor Boiler Installation

  What is PEX Pipe? PEX is an acronym for Cross Linked Polyethylene.  It is a relatively hard plastic, which is somewhat flexible in longer lengths.  PEX pipe is very strong, smooth-walled, and can generally withstand fluid temperatures up to 180 degrees Fahrenheit without significant loss of strength.  Most PEX pipe made for heating applications… Read More »

June 8, 2009

IRS Guidance on Tax Credit for Purchase of Biomass Stoves

On June 1, 2009, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) finally issued its guidance for the 30% consumer tax credit (up to $1500) for the purchase and installation of a 75-percent efficient biomass-burning stove. In a letter to the IRS in February 2009, HPBA asked for specific guidance on a number of issues, but we are… Read More »

May 19, 2009

Renewable Energy Comparison

Many people throughout the country have a real concern for our economic and environmental future. The decisions we make regarding energy may well be the key to our success. For thirty years Tarm USA has been a part of this discussion and continues to be committed to advancing public understanding of the role that biomass… Read More »