
April 9, 2026
BY Brittany M. Pemberton, Shailesh Sahay and Lauren E. Davidson
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Seeing investment tax credits (ITCs) for biomass projects come into effect is a welcome, long-overdue step for Canada’s forest sector. After years of uncertainty, the measure offers a starting point to restore investor confidence, according to FPAC.
The USDA on April 7 finalized a rule modernizing the National Environmental Policy Act regulations. The final rule consolidated seven agency-specific NEPA regulations into a single, department wide framework.
The USDA Rural Business-Cooperative Service on April 6 sent a letter to agency staff extending the existing administrative pause on the acceptance, processing and awarding of loan note guarantees for biodigester projects through the end of 2026.
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.
The Greater Washington Region Clean Cities Coalition and the Maryland Biofuels Task Force on March 31 stated that recent federal action by the U.S. EPA provides Maryland with a timely opportunity to establish a Clean Fuel Standard.