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A new video realised by ABA, the Austrian Biomass Association, and translated by AIEL, the Italian Agroforestry Energy Association, explains in a simple but effective way the important role that woody biomass, and the energy derived from it, play in the energy transition and the fight against climate change.

Woody biomasses are renewable and carbon neutral sources of energy because they contribute to reducing greenhouse gas emissions into the environment: in fact, the carbon dioxide emitted for their use in energy production is the same as the carbon dioxide that plants have first absorbed to develop and that upon their death would return to the atmosphere through the normal degradation processes of organic matter, in a natural circular flow with zero impact. 

This is why the energy derived from the combustion of wood and pellets represents a sustainable alternative to fossil fuels in view of the energy transition. Indeed, it has been estimated that fossil fuels release as much as 8 billion tonnes of carbon into the atmosphere every year. 

In addition, the energetic valorisation of biomass not only reduces emissions into the atmosphere, but also offers an economic value to woody assortments that would otherwise be left on the ground, releasing CO2 into the atmosphere and risking becoming the cause of fires or pests. Sustainable forest management, through the principle of cascading utilisation of wood, is therefore essential to avoid the uncontrolled accumulation of biomass, which can lead to an increase in the frequency and severity of environmental risks, and to achieve a true form of circular economy. 

The new video by ABA and translated by AIEL illustrates the positive effects of the energetic use of biomass on the environment and climate in an intuitive and effective way. 

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Despite the fact that today's fashions that move different sectors, from the world of fashion to that of design, have accustomed us to trends that last just the time of an Instagram story, there are trends - often linked to sensations - that are able to survive the inexorable passing of time.

The lockdown has definitively changed not only the very concept of home, but above all the way we experience our four walls. If before it was only a place of passage, to which we only returned to perform essential functions - such as eating, sleeping and dressing -, the moment we found ourselves forced to stay at home not only to work, but to live, everything took another shape.

Even if today we have started moving and travelling again, it will still be difficult to go back to being indifferent to the importance that home plays in the lives of individuals. And here we are, wooed by the numerous images that come across our social network feeds, pervaded by the inexplicable desire to give new life to the spaces in our homes, to give them back a warmer and more welcoming atmosphere: not so much for guests, but for ourselves.

The German Design Award, one of the most important and internationally recognised prizes in the design world, has selected the AMIKA pellet stove with the new SCHOTT ROBAX® NightView ceramic glass to participate in this year's competition in the Excellent Product Design category.

The AMIKA is a ventilated airtight pellet stove that stands out for its clean and elegant design: its round shape, tempered steel front cladding and elegant tiled top, available in burgundy, white, black and stone, make this product an extremely versatile solution that fits every space and style in your home. For 2020, this model has also been enhanced with an interesting new accessory: the SCHOTT ROBAX® NightView ceramic glass. This innovative solution, developed and produced by SCHOTT, one of the leading manufacturers of ceramic glass for stoves and fireplaces, and tested in cooperation with La Nordica-Extraflame, creates a new flame concept for pellets: when the stove is in operation it guarantees a calmer and more pleasant fire while, when the stove is switched off, it makes the combustion chamber invisible thanks to a completely black and shiny surface.

Anche se le temperature si stanno alzando e l’estate è alle porte, un sacco di famiglie stanno già pensando a come riscaldare la propria abitazione questo inverno. Sempre più persone scelgono sistemi di riscaldamento a biomassa, stufe a pellet o a legna. Dopotutto, si tratta di sistemi ecologici, naturali ed economici, che fanno un favore alle tasche e all’ambiente. Facile capire perché vengano scelti. In questo articolo ti suggeriamo qualche accorgimento per diffondere e sfruttare al meglio tutto il calore della tua stufa a legna.

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Insieme vedremo passo dopo passo come realizzare tre piatti deliziosi, classici e non troppo complessi. Innanzitutto ricordiamo i pregi del nostro amato strumento di cottura.

Deciding how to heat a house, a room or in general a space in which one spends a large part of one's life is always complex. The alternatives are many and much depends on the shape of the room under consideration, the expected economic expenditure and also the aesthetic preferences or habits of each family. When it comes to heating systems, then, other variables come in to influence an important decision. Bonuses, government incentives, high utility bills and the impact on the environment are increasingly hot topics that must be taken into consideration. Have you ever thought about a wood-burning fireplace? In this article, we will explain in detail what a wood-burning fireplace is, how it works and why it could be the right solution for your winters.

For 2023, our Group is presenting completely new models, as well as restyling and evolutions of devices already successfully in the catalogue. Constant modernisation designed to meet the needs of our consumers, in terms of technology and innovation but also product sustainability in compliance with the strictest European and international environmental standards. 

Nova Forno - Steel, Concita 2.0 - Steel, Emiliana - Steel and Fedora - Steel are the new 2023 wood-burning stoves, a range extension of the models already successfully present in the catalogue, united by the new enamelled steel cladding, which is added to the one already available in fine majolica to offer an ever wider variety of aesthetics to choose from.

On a technical level, the excellent performance of these appliances is confirmed. They stand out for their very high efficiency and very low emissions, at the top of their category and certified by the most restrictive European and international standards.

World Of Fireplaces, the trade fair in Leipzig dedicated to the world of biomass heating, took place from 17 to 19 April, and our Group participated by presenting the new 2023 products to the German market.

From 9 to 11 March, La Nordica-Extraflame participated in Italia Legno Energia, the trade fair in Arezzo dedicated to biomass home heating solutions.

Also this year the group participated in this important event, presenting a preview for the Italian market of the new wood and pellet models for 2019: not only stoves and cookers, such as Marlena, Amika and Family 3.5, but also the innovative line of pellet boilers and new inserts.

After months of internet research, quotes, discussions with family and technicians, you have decided that you want to install a pellet fireplace in your home. Now that you have decided on the heating method, however, you would like to understand how to choose the perfect one for your home in terms of power, size, positioning, installation and, why not, even aesthetics.

That's what we are here for, so read on!