Why is biomass energy considered renewable?

Unlike coal, which takes millions of years to form and replenish, biomass is organic matter that can be quickly replenished. Examples of controlled methods to obtain biomass include farming, sustainable forestry, and ranching. On the other hand, non-renewable resources like coal, oil, and natural gas are defined as recently degraded plant or animal matter that can be readily replaced.

Biomass energy is considered renewable because it is derived from organic materials such as plants, wood, agricultural residues, and organic waste. These resources can be replenished through natural processes, making biomass a sustainable and ongoing source of energy. Additionally, the combustion of biomass releases carbon dioxide, but the plants absorbed an equivalent amount of carbon dioxide during their growth, resulting in a closed carbon cycle that does not contribute to a net increase in greenhouse gas emissions.