Palm Kernel Shell (PKS): A Clean and Renewable Biomass Fuel from Indonesia

Discover how Palm Kernel Shell (PKS) from Indonesia powers global industries as a clean, renewable, and carbon-neutral biomass fuel.

By Indo Palm Supply Team

10/28/20251 min read

🔥 Introduction: The Rise of Biomass Energy

As the world moves away from coal and fossil fuels, industries are turning to renewable biomass energy sources — and one of the most efficient among them is Palm Kernel Shell (PKS).

At Indo Palm Supply, we supply high-quality PKS to power plants and factories that prioritize clean, renewable, and cost-effective energy.

🌴 What is Palm Kernel Shell (PKS)?

PKS is the hard outer shell of the palm kernel that remains after palm oil extraction.
Rather than being discarded, these shells are cleaned, dried, and processed into biomass fuel with impressive combustion properties.

Typical Specifications:

  • Calorific Value: 4,000–4,500 kcal/kg

  • Moisture: 12–15%

  • Ash: <3%

  • Size: 4–20 mm

  • Impurities: <2%

⚡ Why Industries Choose PKS as Biomass Fuel

PKS is widely used in Japan, South Korea, and Europe as a renewable alternative to coal because it offers:

  • High energy output and stable combustion

  • Low ash and sulfur, reducing emissions

  • Competitive cost compared to wood pellets

  • Reliable supply from Indonesia’s large palm sector

PKS is ideal for power plants, cement factories, and industrial boilers seeking eco-friendly energy solutions.

🌍 Environmental Benefits

By switching to PKS, companies contribute to:

  • Lower carbon footprint

  • Reduced fossil fuel dependence

  • Better utilization of agricultural waste

  • A more sustainable energy ecosystem

PKS is officially recognized under renewable energy programs in many countries, including Japan’s FIT (Feed-in Tariff) scheme.

⚙️ Indo Palm Supply’s Quality Control

We ensure all PKS shipments meet export standards through:

  • Moisture and impurity testing per batch

  • On-site inspection and photo documentation

  • Clean and dry loading process

  • Standardized jumbo bag or bulk packaging

Our clients trust us for consistency, transparency, and timely delivery — every shipment, every time.

✅ Final Thoughts

Palm Kernel Shell (PKS) represents the future of clean and renewable industrial energy.
It’s efficient, sustainable, and abundantly available from Indonesia — the world’s top palm-producing country.

With Indo Palm Supply, you gain a trusted partner dedicated to providing high-quality PKS for your biomass energy needs.

📩 Contact Indo Palm Supply

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