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Harvesting Miscanthus Power Station

End Uses of Miscanthus

Miscanthus is predominantly used for the production of energy and non-energy end uses. It is a valuable new crop, offering major benefits to many sectors, both inside and outside of agriculture

A range of end products using the cane have been developed, and our rhizome production and planting technology is well advanced.

Energy

It can be co-fired with coal in existing power stations, used as a primary feedstock in dedicated biomass power stations, or used to generate heat and even liquid road fuels. Read more about Energy uses of Miscanthus.

Non Energy Uses

Miscanthus can also be used for a range of non-energy end uses such as game cover, animal bedding, cat litter or biocomposites. Read more about Non Energy uses of Miscanthus