In the face of energy and environmental challenges, as well as geopolitical fluctuations, the issue of local energy resilience is more topical than ever. Why rely on locally-produced, renewable energies, particularly from biomass, to provide a sustainable and secure response to the needs of local authorities and industry?
Seize the opportunity of local energy
Reduce dependency and strengthen autonomy
Today, more and more regions are choosing to rely on renewable energy to guarantee their energy independence and stabilise their supply costs. Local solutions such as biomass, solar and wind power can meet the specific needs of each region, while reducing dependence on fluctuations in the global fossil fuel market.
Tangible economic and environmental benefits
By developing local energy infrastructures, local authorities are creating new economic opportunities. Investment in renewable energies generates jobs that cannot be relocated, in sectors such as resource management, plant maintenance and waste recovery. What’s more, the energy transition is promoting a more sustainable and circular model, where each resource is optimised to limit losses and maximise environmental benefits.
Renewable energies at the heart of regional resilience
Diversifying energy sources
Adopting a sustainable local energy policy helps to limit the effects of global geopolitical events. By using locally available renewable resources such as biomass, wind, solar and hydro power, local authorities can strengthen their energy self-sufficiency and free themselves from the uncertainties of the global market. By diversifying their energy sources and promoting decentralised production systems, local authorities can not only guarantee a stable and sustainable supply, but also generate positive economic spin-offs by creating local jobs and making the most of available natural resources.
The importance of decentralised production
Local energy production reduces dependence on major international networks, which are often vulnerable in the event of a crisis. By relying on infrastructure on a human scale, adapted to the specific characteristics of each region, it becomes possible to ensure better management of energy supply and demand, while limiting losses linked to the transport and storage of energy.
Biomass, a lever for energy sovereignty
A local and renewable resource
Among the solutions available, biomass – derived from agricultural and forestry residues and organic waste – plays a central role. This renewable resource can be used to produce electricity, heat and various gases (BioCO2, BioGNV, Biomethane, Hydrogen, etc.), while offering a reliable alternative to fossil fuels. There are a number of key advantages to using biomass:
- Local, continuous production: Unlike solar and wind power, biomass ensures stable, controllable production, with resources managed through agroforestry.
- Recovering waste: Biomass transforms organic matter into energy, recovering waste from a number of sectors.
- Strong local roots: By mobilising local resources, biomass helps to create jobs and promote regional economic development.
Sustainable management of natural resources
Biomass also contributes to better management of forests and farmland. By exploiting forest and agricultural residues, it prevents fires, improves soil quality and optimises the use of natural resources. This circular approach makes it possible to reconcile energy production with the preservation of ecosystems.
Charwood Energy, a partner of local authorities for a successful transition
Tailor-made support
Charwood Energy supports local authorities and businesses in developing local, sustainable energy solutions tailored to the specific needs of each area. Thanks to our expertise in designing and operating biomass-based energy production units, we are helping to strengthen local energy sovereignty and reduce local carbon footprints.
We offer tailor-made solutions, from feasibility studies to the installation and maintenance of renewable energy production units (biomass boilers, methanisation, pyrogasification).
Across the value chain
We are involved throughout your projects through our various subsidiaries:
- LGC Concept : Biomass supply, transport and logistics
- Energy&+ : Design, construction and maintenance of energy plants
- W&nergy : Financing of pyrogasification projects
- Charwood Innovation : Research and development for your pyrogasification projects
In 2024, Charwood Energy decided to invest in primary processing through its subsidiary LG Concept. This major step demonstrates the Group’s determination to be present across the entire value chain in order to ‘control and secure’ local forest resources.
As local players, we are promoting the development of a circular and resilient economy, based on available and sustainable resources. Our expertise enables us to optimise the performance of our facilities and ensure an effective and sustainable energy transition.
Towards a more sustainable future
Strengthening local energy self-sufficiency and encouraging local production is an active part of building a more sustainable and secure future for everyone. Together, let’s focus on local energies to ensure the resilience of our regions.
