Abstract: [Objectives] As a kind of energy plant with high yield and can be planted intensively, Arundo donax L. has a broad prospect of replacing coal combustion for power generation and reducing CO₂ emissions on a large scale. Under the requirements of carbon peaking and carbon neutrality goals and the low-carbon transformation of coal-fired power units, vigorously developing clean and efficient combustion technologies based on Arundo donax L. is a very suitable low-carbon energy utilization pathway for China's national conditions. Understanding the current status of Arundo donax L. combustion research is of great guiding significance for the development of its combustion utilization in China. Therefore, the article provides a review of the research progress in the utilization of Arundo donax L. combustion. [Methods] The article conducts a comprehensive investigation into the combustion utilization of Arundo donax L. through literature research, summarizing and analyzing existing research findings. It outlines the fuel characteristics of Arundo donax L., the methods and effects of pretreatment, the characteristics of combustion and pollutant emissions, as well as industrial trial studies on Arundo donax L. combustion. Additionally, the article discusses the environmental impacts of Arundo donax L. cultivation. [Conclusions] Arundo has great potential to replace coal for heating and power generation on a large scale. Combined with the requirements of low-carbon transformation of coal-fired power units in my country, blending arundo in power plants has broad prospects.

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"> biomass, renewable energy, Arundo donax L., torrefied biomass, combustion, reduction, coal-fired power