Wood fuel is a renewable and expanding energy source that can replace fossil fuels. It has several benefits, such as being locally sourced and cost effective, reducing carbon emissions, and helping combat climate change. Ireland has good conditions for wood growth and potential wood fuel supply. Wood pellets can be used in homes and commercial buildings through pellet stoves or boilers, and have automatic ignition and low ash levels. Wood fuels are better than fossil fuels as they are more environmentally friendly and cheaper over the long term.