2014 Pellet Fuels Institute Annual Conference
July 27-29, 2014
Omni Orlando Resort at Champions Gate
Orlando, Florida
The PFI Annual Conference is the annual opportunity for members of the densified biomass fuel industry to gather for three days of educational opportunities, vendor exhibits and networking. Attendees include manufacturers, retailers, industry suppliers, government officials, and more. If you would like to be added to the email distribution list for the PFI Conference, please send an email to pfimail@pelletheat.org
WEBINAR: Advancing Biomass as a Drop-in Coal Replacement
July 31-31, 2014
Biomass Magazine's Webinar Series
Thursday, July 31, 2:00 PM CDT
Torrefaction, hydrothermal carbonization and other biomass pretreatment and densification technologies have the potential to enable coal power plants desiring or required to reduce carbon footprints to introduce a new, renewable fuel into their boilers with few or no modifications, while extending their lifespans. During this webinar, gain access to information about various pretreatment technologies in development and current and potential applications, examples of real coal-to-wood pellet conversions and possibilities surrounding widespread replacement of coal with both treated and untreated densified biomass.
Minnesota Farmfest
August 5-7, 2014
Gilfillan Estate
Redwood Falls, Minnesota
For 33 years, Minnesota Farmfest has been the essential farm show in the heart of the best agricultural land in America. Featuring over 500+ exhibitors offering solutions for all your production’s needs. This year at Farmfest: • Farm Family of the Year program, presented by University of Minnesota and MN Farm Network. • Pancake Breakfast sponsored by Minnesota Farm Bureau. • Senator Franken, Governor Dayton and political candidates discuss Minnesota agriculture and rural issues. • Education sessions including tax options for farm families from TASC AgriPlanNOW. • Farmfest Young Farmer BBQ to celebrate the next generation of MN farmer Register online for HALF-PRICE ADMISSION!
Dakotafest
August 19-21, 2014
Schlaffman Farm
Mitchell, South Dakota
Don’t miss the number 1 agriculture event in the Northern Plains! • Meet with more than 500 exhibitors. • Be a part of the discussion as political candidates talk South Dakota agriculture & rural issues. • Learn from the experts at South Dakota State University as they dive into weather issues, the newest technologies in precision agriculture, and livestock handling. Stay tuned for HALF-PRICE ADMISSION! Visit our website at www.Dakotafest.com for updates.
WASTECON®
August 26-28, 2014
Gaylord Texan
Dallas, Texas
WASTECON® is the premier solid waste industry-focused conference that brings attendees the latest news, education, advancements, and products in one place. The Solid Waste Association of North America’s (SWANA) 52nd Annual WASTECON® Conference is in Dallas, Texas, from August 26-28, 2014.
tcs2014: Symposium on Thermal and Catalytic Sciences for Biofuels and Biobased Products
September 2-5, 2014
Embassy Suites Denver Downtown Convention Center
Denver, Colorado
tcs2014 focuses exclusively on thermochemical processing of biomass into fuels and chemicals and is aimed at academic, government, and industry researchers . The program will feature speakers discussing recent scientific developments in pyrolysis, solvent liquefaction, gasification, and catalytic upgrading. The symposium is being held in Denver, CO, Sept. 2-5, 2014.
TAPPI PEERS Conference
September 14-17, 2014
Hotel Murano
Tacoma, Washington
The TAPPI PEERS Conference answers the most pressing business and technical questions faced by pulp and paper companies as they manage raw materials, assets, regulatory requirements and production assets. This event offers the rare opportunity to learn from peer-reviewed papers, expert speakers, exclusive networking opportunities and applicable new technologies that can help mills optimize operations.
International Bioenergy & Bioproducts Conference
September 17-19, 2014
Hotel Murano
Tacoma, Washington
IBBC will include technical presentations, expert panels, case studies, and reports from projects that address: • Feedstock and harvesting improvements to increase yield and quality of biomass • Bioconversion technologies for wood and biomass • Production of chemicals and transportation fuels from wood and biomass • Commercial bioenergy projects utilizing woody biomass • Tools for evaluating bioenergy projects
USIPA's 4th Annual Exporting Pellets Conference
October 1-3, 2014
Fontainbleau Miami Beach Hotel
Miami Beach, Florida
Join us in Miami for USIPA’s 4th Annual Exporting Pellets Conference. This is the only US conference sponsored by the industrial wood pellet industry for the industrial wood pellet industry. Our Exporting Pellets Conference provides the opportunity to network with executives and professionals from across the industry. Our speakers and panelists this year will include all major European utilities, major US producers, and experts in all areas of the supply chain.
National Advanced Biofuels Conference & Expo
October 13-14, 2014
Hyatt Minneapolis
Minneapolis, Minnesota
Produced by BBI International, this national event will feature the world of advanced biofuels and biobased chemicals—technology scale-up, project finance, policy, national markets and more—with a core focus on the industrial, petroleum and agribusiness alliances defining the national advanced biofuels industry. With a vertically integrated program and audience, the National Advanced Biofuels Conference & Expo is tailored for industry professionals engaged in producing, developing and deploying advanced biofuels, biobased platform chemicals, polymers and other renewable molecules that have the potential to meet or exceed the performance of petroleum-derived products.
Renewable Energy Latin America & Caribbean Conference & Exposition (RELACCx)
November 20-21, 2014
EL CONQUISTADOR, A WALDORF ASTORIA RESORT
Fajardo, Puerto Rico
RELACCX is the premier renewable energy finance and development event for Latin America and the Caribbean. This two-day conference will take an in-depth look at political and financial landscapes, growing markets, and existing infrastructures to provide the audience with the tools they need to accelerate the deployment of renewable energy in these regions. From new business models that encourage small-scale renewable energy deployment to financial mechanisms that drive utility-scale power plants forward, this conference addresses current challenges and opportunities from investor, project developer, policymaker, and regulatory perspectives. Learn from the successes of existing projects to better understand industry hurdles, and gain key insights from financial institutions to minimize risk and increase the viability of renewable energy projects in your country. Use 20% discount code MED20BB and REGISTER TODAY!
Canadian Bioeconomy Summit
December 1-3, 2014
Toronto, Ontario
Canada’s biofuels industry started at the forefront of innovation and continues to lead the way. Canada’s Bioeconomy is at the heart of building a more innovative, sustainable and competitive future for us and generations to come. Join is at our premier event this December as we grow from Biofuels to Bioeconomy.
International Biomass Conference & Expo
April 20-22, 2015
Minneapolis Convention Center
Minneapolis, Minnesota
Organized by BBI International and produced by Biomass Magazine, this event brings current and future producers of bioenergy and biobased products together with waste generators, energy crop growers, municipal leaders, utility executives, technology providers, equipment manufacturers, project developers, investors and policy makers. It’s a true one-stop shop – the world’s premier educational and networking junction for all biomass industries.
International Fuel Ethanol Workshop & Expo
June 1-4, 2015
Minneapolis Convention Center
Minneapolis, Minnesota
The FEW provides the global ethanol industry with cutting-edge content and unparalleled networking opportunities in a dynamic business-to-business environment. The FEW is the largest, longest running ethanol conference in the world—and the only event powered by Ethanol Producer Magazine.
