A review published Aug. 11 in the Journal of Bioresources and Bioproducts argues that retrofitting relatively young coal plants to cofire biomass and capture up to 99% of resulting CO2 could eliminate 1.6 billion metric tons of emissions annually.
The U.S. Energy Information currently predicts renewables will account for 24% of U.S. electricity generation this year, increasing to 26% next year, according to the agency’s latest Short-Term Energy Outlook, released Aug. 12.
Radco Industries, a leading manufacturer of high-performance heat transfer fluids, is proud to announce a strategic partnership with West Biofuels, a pioneer in renewable biomass energy technologies.
Drax Group plc on July 31 confirmed it expects to sign a final agreement with the U.K. government before the end of the year establishing a low-carbon dispatchable contract for difference (CfD) to support transitional operations at Drax Power Station.
Republic Services Inc. highlighted its progress with new renewable natural gas (RNG) projects in its 2024 Sustainability Report, released July 28, and its second quarter 2025 financial results, released July 29.
U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins on July 17 announced the U.S. Forest Service is awarding $80 million in Wood Innovation Grants to spur wood products manufacturing, expand active forest management, and accelerate energy innovation.
The USDA has announced it will delay opening the first quarterly grant application window for FY 2026 REAP funding. The agency cited both an application backlog and the need to disincentivize solar projects as reasons for the delay.
The U.K. government has released data showing energy production from biomass and waste sources fell by 4.7% during the first quarter of 2025 when compared to the same period of 2024. Total primary energy production for the quarter was down 1.5%.
A whitepaper published by FutureMetrics on June 23 explains how an executive order on wildfire mitigation signed by President Donald Trump could boost the production of wood pellets for use in domestic power production.
Renewables are currently expected to account for 25% of U.S. electricity generation in 2025, expanding to 26% in 2026, according to the U.S. Energy Information Administration’s latest Short-Term Energy Outlook, released July 8.
Valmet has received an order from Kraftringen Energi for the bubbling fluidized bed (BFB) boiler and flue gas handling equipment for the new combined heat and power (CHP) plant to be built in Örtofta, Eslöv municipality in Skåne, Sweden.
FutureMetrics LLC on June 17 published a white paper discussing how expected changes to U.K. bioenergy subsidies could cause the Drax and Lynemouth Power Stations to consider using thermally treated wood pellets.
Taiwan has postponed plans to convert one of its largest coal boilers to burn wood pellets, according to a report filed with the USDA. Opportunities for wood pellets remain in the country’s paper and petrochemical industries.
President Donald Trump on June 12 signed an executive order focused on wildfire prevention and response that includes language aimed at finding innovative uses of woody biomass and forestry products.
St-Félicien Cogeneration Power Plant, a 22 megawatt (MW) biomass facility located in Saint-Félicien, Quebec, on June 11 announced the signing of a 25-year power purchase agreement (PPA) with Hydro‑Québec, Canada’s largest electric utility.
A new report by Baringa on behalf of the U.K. REA finds that the use of biomass delivers significant benefits to the U.K. energy system, including providing up to 5.5 GW of reliable “firm” power to help balance variable renewables.
In an energy conversation dominated by buzzwords and breakthroughs, it’s easy to overlook the quiet, proven solutions that are already delivering results—such as wood pellets. The biobased fuel can play a critical role in America’s energy future.
The U.K. Competition and Markets Authority on May 30 announced it has accepted a request to evaluate a proposed subsidy for Drax Group plc that aims to provide transitional support for biomass power operations while the company develops BECCS.
The Government of Ontario is protecting workers and jobs in the forest sector by investing $11.3 million in five research, innovation and modernization projects in northeastern Ontario. The investments are being made under the Forest Biomass Program.
The USDA on May 29 announced a $200 million investment to implement the Forest Service’s National Active Forest Management Strategy, which streamlines regulations, leverages emergency authorities, and expedites project approvals
Biomass Magazine announces 2026 International Biomass Conference & Expo in Nashville
By BBI International
May 28, 2025
Biomass Magazine has announced the dates for the 19th annual International Biomass Conference & Expo. The event is scheduled to be held March 31-April 2, 2026, in Nashville, Tennessee, at the Gaylord Opryland Resort & Convention Center.
The U.K. government on May 16 announced the launch of an independent review of greenhouse gas removals options, including large-scale bioenergy with carbon capture and storage (BECCS), to consider how GGRs can help meet net-zero targets.
Revamped combustible dust standards make it simpler for the wood pellet industry and others to understand how to protect against fires and dust explosions.
The House Ways and Means Committee on May 14 advanced its portion of President Trump’s “big, beautiful” tax bill. The draft legislation amends and extends the 45Z clean fuel production credit but repeals several other clean energy tax credits..
Renewables are currently expected to account for 25% of U.S. electricity production in 2025, expanding to 27% in 2026, according to the U.S. Energy Information Administrations’ latest Short-Term Energy Outlook, released May 6.
USDA on May 6 announced it will offer $23 million in grants through the Forest Service’s Hazardous Fuels Transportation Program to support transporting hazardous fuels – such as dead or downed trees – from national forests to processing facilities.
Drax Group plc on May 1 released a first quarter trading update, reporting strong performance for both its North American-based pellet production and U.K.-based biomass power generation business segments.
Air Burners, the leading manufacturer of air curtain burner systems worldwide, in March showcased the BioCharger, a revolutionary innovation that turns green waste into green energy, during an event held in Palm City, Florida.
Legislation pending in Minnesota aims to classify certain types of woody biomass as carbon free. It would also provide grant funding to a biomass power producer to support the disposal of wood infested by emerald ash borer.
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