Pyrolysis oil, also known as furnace oil, has several applications across different industries:
1. Energy Generation
Power Plants: Pyrolysis oil can be used as a fuel in boilers of power plants to generate electricity. It can be a substitute for fossil fuels such as coal or heavy fuel oil. When burned in a controlled environment, it releases heat energy that is used to produce steam, which in turn drives turbines to generate electricity.
2. Transportation
For example, in diesel engines, a blend of pyrolysis oil and diesel can be used to power vehicles, potentially reducing emissions of greenhouse gases and other pollutants.
Diesel Production: Through further processing, pyrolysis oil can be upgraded to produce high-quality diesel that is more suitable for use in modern engines. Techniques such as hydro-treating can be employed to remove impurities and improve the stability and combustion properties of the oil.
3. Industrial Production
Substitute for Petrochemicals: As a renewable resource, pyrolysis oil can replace some heating materials in industrial factories. This can help reduce the industry’s dependence on fossil fuels and contribute to a more sustainable manufacturing process.
4. Chemical Industry
Pyrolysis oil is one of the important raw materials in the petrochemical industry and is used to produce petrochemical products such as lubricating oil, naphtha, solvent oil, and shock absorber oil.
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