Woodfuel can be burned to generate heat or electricity and is an important part of the UK’s renewable energy supply.
It is a sustainable, low carbon, source of energy that is produced from managed woods, where felled trees are replanted.
Woodfuel works best on a regional scale – using locally grown fuel in efficient, modern boilers as a clean way to provide heat for business and community buildings, saving money and CO2.
Forestry Commission in England is supporting the development of woodfuel, through the Woodfuel Strategy for England (3.9 MB). The Implementation Plan for the wood fuel strategy will set out how the Forestry Commission, in partnership with a wide group of stakeholders, is encouraging the market for logs, chips and pellets to develop.
Are you the owner of a woodland?
Forestry Commission woodland officers can provide you with information on possible grant funding available, regulations and opportunities for management on your property?
Do you want to install a woodfuel stove or boiler?
Woodfuel is an environmentally and economically sound source of renewable heat. A list of suppliers and installers and information on any grant assistance is available.
Find out more about using woodfuel boilers.
Are you looking for a woodfuel supplier?
The biomass energy centre website shows an interactive map of wood fuel suppliers.
View the Biomass Energy Centre woodfuel suppliers interactive map.
Do you currently supply woodfuel?
The Forestry Commission is keen to work with suppliers of wood fuel to support this sector as it responds to meet the growing demand for logs, chips and pellets. The Woodfuel Watch newsletter provides information on support available including market information, funding and networking opportunities.
Woodfuel Strategy
UK Renewable Energy Strategy
