Table 1 Default values for net caloric value, effective CO2 emission factors (Source: IPCC 2006), and life cycle CO2 emissions (Source: http://www.biomassenergycentre.org.uk)
From: Harvested wood products and REDD+: looking beyond the forest border
| Energy source | Net caloric value (TJ/Gg) | Effective CO2 emissions (kg/MWh) | Life cycle CO2 emissions (including production) (kg/MWh) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lignite | 11.9 | 364 | 414 |
| Residual fuel oil | 40.4 | 279 | 314 |
| Natural gas | 48.0 | 202 | 227 |
| Wood/wood waste | 15.6 | 403 | 403a |