Technology for Boosting Sustainability: A Web App-Based Information Model for Boosting Residual Biomass Recovery

There is currently a growing need for energy, which, combined with climate change, has increased the focus on renewable energies. Among them, biomass energy takes the lion’s share, and this can create forestry pressures or lead to the excessive consumption of resources. To mitigate this situation, residual biomass from agroforestry has emerged as a valuable resource, supporting energy transition and mitigating these challenges. However, this biomass is traditionally burned, leading to large fires, as a result of the high logistical costs associated with the lack of information/coordination between those involved in the chain. Therefore, the primary objective of this work is to address this gap by presenting an information management model based on a web application, which aims to increase transparency, integrate stakeholders, and improve logistical decisions. In methodological terms, this study follows the principles of human-centered design, as well as an agile software development methodology. The results include the creation of a new, flexible information management ecosystem, which allows each stakeholder to take on different roles according to their needs in the chain. In addition, lean information management principles have been included in order to reduce waste in information content and flow.