William Fraser, City Manager of Montpelier
April 30, 2013
BY Chris Hanson
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The 2026 International Biomass Conference & Expo, produced by Biomass Magazine and organized by BBI International, successfully concluded after three days of in-depth discussions, technology showcases, and high-value networking opportunities.
Renewables are expected to account for nearly 26% of U.S. electricity generation this year, increasing to nearly 28% in 2027, according to the U.S. Energy Information Administration’s latest Short-Term Energy Outlook, released March 10.
The Alliance for Green Heat has announced the appointment of Emma Hanson to its board of directors. Hanson has more than a decade of experience advancing energy efficiency, advanced wood heating technologies, and sustainable forestry policy.
The Fond du Lac Band of Lake Superior Chippewa is celebrating the grand opening of its $3.1 million Brookston Community Center Biomass Heating System. The project was funded in part by a $2.49 million grant from the U.S. Department of Energy.
U.S. manufacturers produced approximately 880,000 tons of densified biomass fuel in September, according to the U.S Energy Information Administration. Sales of densified biomass fuel reached 970,000 tons during the month.