I am looking for solid resources that compare BTU outputs of kiln dried hardwoods vs. seasoned. Obviously, moisture content and species play a large role, but there must be some comparisons out there.
I am doing research for a commercial operation that currently burns 60-70 cords of KD a year in a wood gasification boiler, trying to calculate the cost savings of buying greenwood and seasoning it for one year on site.
I am using 21,000,000 BTU per KD cord, with 80& efficiency for a net of 16,800,000 BTU per KD cord as a starting point.
Any input is appreciated!
I am doing research for a commercial operation that currently burns 60-70 cords of KD a year in a wood gasification boiler, trying to calculate the cost savings of buying greenwood and seasoning it for one year on site.
I am using 21,000,000 BTU per KD cord, with 80& efficiency for a net of 16,800,000 BTU per KD cord as a starting point.
Any input is appreciated!