Biomass Supply: Your Reliable Partner for Industrial Energy

In today’s world, where global energy dynamics are rapidly changing and sustainability and net-zero carbon goals have taken center stage in industrial production, the need for renewable energy sources is growing at an unprecedented rate. The environmental impacts and fluctuating costs of fossil fuels are driving industrial facilities and power plants toward biomass energy—a cleaner, more economical, and sustainable alternative.

At Komoliva, drawing on our decades of experience in agricultural production, waste management, and international trade, we lead Turkey’s most comprehensive and high-volume biomass supply network. Going beyond the role of a mere producer, we serve as a strategic supplier meeting the uninterrupted fuel needs of bioenergy plants, cement factories, textile facilities, and large-scale industrial enterprises. Our goal is to deliver high-energy-density biomass products to your facility with guaranteed standard quality, appropriate moisture levels, and year-round, uninterrupted supply.

Olive Pits and Dried Olive Pomace: Our Biomass Production and Supply Center

The olive industry, which forms the foundation of our agricultural production experience, is also the area where we are strongest in biomass production and supply. We convert the byproducts obtained from olive processing into high-efficiency fuels that meet industrial standards using modern drying and separation technologies.

Olive Pits

It is undoubtedly one of the most popular and efficient options among biomass fuels. With an average calorific value of 4,000–4,500 kcal/kg, an extremely low ash content (typically around 1–2%), and minimal moisture content, it delivers excellent combustion performance in industrial boilers, stoker systems, and fluidized-bed power plants. Thanks to its environmentally friendly composition, sulfur emissions are negligible. At Komoliva, we meet the demand for thousands of metric tons of olive pits required by these facilities, all while maintaining high-quality standards.

Dried Olive Pomace

Dry olive pomace, obtained by drying olive pomace after separating it from the oil, is indispensable for large-scale energy production facilities due to its homogeneous structure and cost-effectiveness. Thanks to its high calorific value, it is a very strong alternative to coal. It significantly reduces energy costs for these facilities while enabling them to minimize their carbon footprint. Thanks to our extensive storage and logistics capabilities, we ensure regular shipments of dry olive pomace without being affected by seasonal fluctuations in supply.

Our Expanded Biomass Product Network: Biofuel Solutions for Every Need

To provide our customers with the best possible solutions for their various boiler technologies, combustion systems, and calorific needs, we have expanded our supply network beyond olive-based products. By leveraging our country’s rich agricultural infrastructure, we also provide the industry with various types of high-energy-value biomass:

Walnut Shell

Thanks to its hard and woody structure, walnut shell is referred to as “green coal” in the biomass sector. With its high carbon density and low moisture content, it offers a very long burning time and a high calorific value. It is particularly ideal for industrial furnaces and drying facilities that require intense heat. The very low amount of ash it leaves behind after combustion minimizes boiler cleaning and maintenance costs. We supply walnut shells in large quantities, backed by the Komoliva guarantee.

Corn Stalk

Corn stalks play a strategic role in meeting the base-load fuel needs of large-scale biomass power plants. The recovery of corn stalks left in the field after harvest—whether by baling or shredding—and their use in energy facilities holds great value in terms of both agricultural waste management and cost-effective energy production. In particular, when blended with other solid fuels in grate-fired boiler systems, it offers superior combustion efficiency. We regularly transport the corn stalks we collect from vast agricultural lands to power plants.

Hazelnut Shell

Hazelnut shells, the most valuable biomass source in the Black Sea region, are among the most sought-after products in Turkey’s bioenergy market due to their standard size and high calorific value. With an average calorific value exceeding 4,000 kcal/kg, it delivers performance comparable to coal while emitting no toxic gases into the environment. Its homogeneous structure allows it to feed smoothly through stoker-fired boilers without clogging, ensuring operational ease. Thanks to our extensive supply network, we provide quick solutions for your high-volume hazelnut shell needs.

Almond Shell

Almond shells are a high-quality biomass fuel due to their dense texture and smooth structure. Thanks to their low moisture content and high organic matter content, they ignite very quickly in combustion chambers and produce a stable heat curve. It has a wide range of applications, from greenhouse heating to steam boilers in large textile factories. Thanks to Komoliva’s partnerships in the agricultural industry, we are able to supply niche and valuable biomass such as almond shells in industrial quantities.

Antep Pistachio Shell

Antep pistachio shells, sourced from Turkey’s Southeastern Anatolia region, fall into the “premium” segment among biomass products. Their oily and tough fibrous structure gives them exceptional thermal value. Because their combustion efficiency is very high, they enable the generation of more energy with less fuel. It is an ideal solution for specialized facilities seeking premium quality, aiming to reduce emissions to near-zero levels, and requiring high heat output.

Why Should You Choose Komoliva for High-Volume Biomass Supply?

The biggest challenge industrial facilities face when using biomass is that raw materials are only available during certain months of the year and their quality fluctuates constantly. Komoliva has a professional infrastructure designed specifically to solve this industry-wide problem:

1. Uninterrupted, High-Volume Supply: Thanks to our robust storage infrastructure and extensive nationwide network of producers, we supply biomass 365 days a year, without being dependent on agricultural harvest seasons.
2. International Trade and Logistics Expertise: With our deep experience in international trade management and transportation logistics (road, sea, and rail), we deliver thousands of metric tons of fuel to your facility on time and at the most optimized logistics costs.
3. Standardization and Quality Control: The most critical factors determining biomass efficiency are moisture content and ash content. All the biomass products we supply are prepared and shipped within the moisture ranges and specifications suitable for your industrial boilers. You won’t encounter any surprises.
4. Sustainability Vision: With our fully renewable biomass products, we directly support your business in reducing its carbon footprint, complying with “Green Deal” criteria, and standing out in sustainability reporting.

Are you looking for a sustainable, high-calorific-value, high-volume biomass supply for your bioenergy plant, factory, or industrial facility? Contact our expert trading team today for long-term contracts, spot purchases, up-to-date analysis reports, and competitive pricing based on volume.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

1. Which sectors do you supply with biomass? We provide high-volume supplies primarily to bioenergy (biomass) power plants that generate electricity, as well as to cement plants, textile and paper mills that require steam power, large-scale industrial greenhouses, poultry farms, and all production facilities that use solid fuel.
2. Can you ensure a year-round, uninterrupted supply (constant availability) of biomass products? Yes. Our greatest advantage in the biomass market is our extensive storage capacity and our supply network spanning all of Turkey. By reserving large volumes of products during agricultural harvest seasons, we offer our customers a guarantee of uninterrupted shipments for 12 months under our annual contracts.
3. How should I choose the most suitable biomass fuel for my facility? Your boiler technology (stoker-fired, grate-fired, fluidized bed, etc.), the amount of heat required, your ash disposal system, and your budget directly influence this choice. For example, while olive pits or pistachio shells are excellent choices if you require high calorific value and near-zero ash content, dry olive pomace or corn stalks may be more economical as base-load fuel. Our technical team provides consulting services to help you select the most suitable bulk or individual product for your facility.
4. What are your minimum order quantity (MOQ) and shipping processes? Since Komoliva focuses on high-volume industrial supply, we typically handle high-tonnage shipments via truck or container. Our logistics department can organize the most optimized and cost-effective transportation plan—via road or sea—based on your company’s location, ensuring delivery of the products directly to your factory (door-to-door delivery).
5. What are the quality standards for the biomass products you supply? All of our products are supplied in accordance with the principle of high energy efficiency. For products such as olive pits, walnut shells, and hazelnut shells, we ensure that moisture levels are kept at the maximum levels necessary to achieve optimal combustion. The levels of dust and foreign matter in the products are minimized to prevent damage to industrial boilers. Upon request, current laboratory analysis reports (calorific value, ash, moisture) are provided.