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Addressing Biomass Energy 'Alternative Facts'

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By William Strauss

March 27, 2017

Pellets Thermal 

Recent assertions of a new report on biomass energy are grossly inaccurate.

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Technical agenda announced for the 33rd International Fuel Ethanol Workshop & Expo, scheduled for June 19-21 in Minneapolis. The agenda includes more than 140 speakers in four comprehensive tracks. More than 2,000 attendees are expected.

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A close look at export data for wood pellets, fuel ethanol and biodiesel reveals a varying reliance on export markets for U.S. producers.

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The Nishigo E3 plant uses biomass available in the region—for instance, pellets derived from waste wood and saw dust—to provide a hotel and a spa resort with electricity and heat.

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The 2017 International Fuel Ethanol Workshop & Expo, the ethanol industry's largest conference, has released its highly-anticipated agenda featuring more than 140 speakers and four comprehensive tracks.

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Edeniq files counter-claims to Aemetis' filing following the collapse of merger plans for the two California-based companies.

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An Allegory on PoO

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By Ron Lamberty

March 27, 2017

ACE's Lamberty lampoons supporters of changing the point of obligation in this Grassroots Voice column from the April print issue of Ethanol Producer Magazine.

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Seven more Poet plants with efficient producer status brings the total to 15 that have demonstrated GHG reductions of 20 percent or better. A total of 75 plants have successfully applied to the U.S. EPA for EP3 status.

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Updated regulations, motor industry advances promise efficiency improvements in the full range of electrical motors used in ethanol operations. This feature story appears in the April print issue of Ethanol Producer Magazine.

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Prevention of gas leaks comes first for pipelines supplying ethanol plants, relying on proper design, construction, operation, maintenance, training and education. This contribution appears in the April print issue of Ethanol Producer Magazine.

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Last year's closure of a number of Maine's paper mills and biomass electric facilities has given rise to a number of initiatives designed to stem, and then reverse the tide. These initiatives are now being placed on the table. Which will succeed?

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LCFS to Drive New Advanced Biofuel Demand

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By Leticia Phillips

March 24, 2017

UNICA spokesperson Phillips describes advanced biofuels' role in the updated California Low Carbon Fuel Standard in this Global Scene column from the April print issue of Ethanol Producer Magazine.

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Researchers at Washington State University Tri-Cities and Pacific Northwest National Laboratory have found a new way to define the molecular structure of cellulose, which could lead to cheaper and more efficient ways to make a variety of bioproducts.

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The Imports Cometh

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By Ron Kotrba

March 23, 2017

U.S. imports of biomass-based diesel hit extreme heights in 2016, fulfilling a third of the consumption market, driving the domestic biodiesel industry to more actively seek counteracting measures to protect its own investments.

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A 50-MW, combined-heat-and-power (CHP) plant under construction in Albany, Georgia, for the past two years is undergoing steam tests and is expected to come online this summer.

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The Urban Air Initiative's Clearing the Air column in the April print issue of Ethanol Producer Magazine takes issue with how the U.S. EPA interprets its authority in the Clean Air Act.

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Proper shaft grounding solves motor bearing problems at Red Trail Energy's ethanol plant. This contributed article appears in the April print issue of Ethanol Producer Magazine.

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U.S. EPA data shows D3 RINs generation for cellulosic biofuel totaled 15.9 million RINs in February, compared with 459,000 reported for January.

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D6 RINs generation for ethanol and other fuels in the general renewable category were down slightly in February from the previous month. Cellulosic ethanol RINS for January and February totaled 357,000.

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Efforts to reinvigorate the state's biomass industry—including two fiber export projects in development—are focused on saving and generating jobs while boosting Maine's economy.

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Bioenergy supports rural jobs, minimizes wildfires

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By Joyce El Kouarti, U.S. Forest Service

March 23, 2017

The U.S. Forest Service is working to expand renewable wood energy markets by providing technical assistance and grants to public and private sector partners through its Woody Biomass Utilization program.

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Ethanol producers need to watch developments in the California Low Carbon Fuel Standard as the rules are updated. This Business Matters column appears in the April print issue of Ethanol Producer Magazine.

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US Forest Product Exports to Asia

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By Stan Parton

March 22, 2017

From the April issue of Biomass Magazine, this data-packed report from Forest2Market suggests existing North American infrastructure can light the way for biomass exporters.

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ACE members visit DC to meet with lawmakers about ethanol

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By American Coalition for Ethanol

March 22, 2017

The American Coalition for Ethanol and over 70 of its members descended on the nation's capitol in late March for the organization's 9th annual fly-in. The Renewable Fuels Standard and Reid vapor pressure relief topped their priority list.

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Maryland grain producers promote E15 across Mid-Atlantic

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By Maryland Grain producers Utilization Board

March 22, 2017

Maryland Grain Producers Utilization Board launches four-month campaign to launch 'Choice at the Pump' as E15 and E85 are introduced to the region's drivers.

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GRFA: IRENA report highlights key role for transport biofuels

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By Global Renewable Fuels Alliance

March 22, 2017

IRENA report done for current G20 president notes the transport sector has lowest share of renewables today, but contributes a disproportionate share of CO2 emissions. GRFA calls for increased use of biofuels in global transport.

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Ethanol shines in Nebraska agriculture

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By Nebraska Ethanol Board

March 22, 2017

Nebraska ethanol board calls ethanol a bright spot in a bleak agriculture forecast, with new investments being made in several Nebraska ethanol plants.

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March 21 represented the end of the 60-day freeze period on new regulations pending review, implemented by the incoming U.S. administration Jan. 20. While EPA has been radio silent, stakeholders welcome implementation of RVOs finalized last November.

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Troubleshooting unexpected equipment issues at Cardinal Ethanol with a de-energized motor testing instrument. This contributed article appears in the April print issue of Ethanol Producer Magazine.

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“Benefit-Cost Analysis of Potential Food Waste Diversion,� analyzes potential benefits of requiring large food waste generators outside of New York City, located within 50 miles of a food waste management facility, to divert waste from landfills.

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