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What are wood pellets and how does a pellet stove work?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Wood pellets<\/strong> are small cylindrical pellets made from compressed sawdust and wood waste. They are considered a sustainable fuel because they are derived from residues from the wood industry. A pellet stove<\/a> burns these pellets automatically using a built-in feed mechanism and fan to generate heat.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The daily consumption of a pellet stove depends on several factors such as the power of the stove, the insulation of the house, outdoor temperatures and how often you use the stove. On average, consumption is between 0.5 and 2 kg wood pellets per hour<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Note:<\/em> Some energy-efficient models can even operate at less than 1 kg\/hour.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Annual consumption strongly depends on the season and the number of days the stove is used. In the Netherlands, a pellet stove is typically used between October and April - about 7 months or about 210 days.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Pellets are often sold in 15 kg bags<\/a>. So at average use, you have between 56 and 168 bags of pellets required per year<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The price of wood pellets varies depending on the supplier, quality (ENplus A1-certified) and packaging form. On average, a 15 kg bag costs between \u20ac5 and \u20ac7.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Saving tip:<\/em> Buy in bulk or pallets (e.g. big bags) to reduce costs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Several factors play into exactly how much your stove consumes:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Want to save on your annual heating costs? Here are some practical tips:<\/p>\n\n\n\n One of the major advantages of wood pellets is that they are considered CO\u2082-neutral when produced correctly. The trees that are cut down for wood waste absorb CO\u2082 as they grow, which is released again when burned - but on net, this remains the same with sustainable forest management. Therefore, always choose certified suppliers such as ENplus A1 or DINplus (ENplus certification explanation - external sourceAdvantages of heating with pellets<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Average consumption of pellets per day<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Annual consumption of pellets: how much do you need?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Cost of wood pellets: what do you pay annually?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Factors affecting pellet consumption<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Saving tips for reduced pellet consumption<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Comparison with other heating systems<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
System<\/th> Cost\/year (average)<\/th> Sustainability<\/th> Acquisition costs*<\/th><\/tr> Pellet stove<\/strong><\/td> \u20ac300 - \u20ac1000<\/td> Highly sustainable (carbon neutral)<\/td> \u20ac1500 - \u20ac4000+<\/td><\/tr> Natural gas central heating boiler<\/td> \u20ac800 - \u20ac1800+<\/td> Less sustainable (fossil fuel)<\/td> \u20ac2000 - \u20ac3500+<\/td><\/tr> Air source heat pump*<\/td> \u20ac200 - \u20ac600*<\/td> Highly sustainable in green electricity use*<\/td> \u20ac5000 - \u20ac12000*<\/td><\/tr> Electricity (radiators)<\/td> >\u20ac1000+<\/td> Less efficient unless green power*<\/td> Lower (\u20ac500 - \u20ac1500)<\/td><\/tr> *Depending on subsidies and installation conditions.<\/em><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n Sustainability & environmental impact of using pellets<\/h2>\n\n\n\n