October 8, 2019
BY Future Forests + Jobs
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FortisBC Inc. on Sept. 10 announced it is looking to add up to 1,100 GWh of energy supply to its portfolio as soon as 2030 from low-carbon and renewable energy sources, including biomass, biogas, hydroelectricity, solar, wind and geothermal.
The U.S. Energy Information Administration is proposing to make a small change related to its monthly data reporting on densified biomass fuel. The change aims to clarify reporting requirements and reduce out-of-scope reporting.
Drax and the Mississippi DEQ have reached a settlement in connection with notices of violation at its plant in Gloster, Mississippi. Drax has agreed to pay a civil penalty and build a new dust suppression screen at the plant.
Renewables are expected to account for 23% of U.S. electricity generation this year, increasing to 25% in 2025, according to the U.S. Energy Information Administration’s Latest Short-Term Energy Outlook, released Sept. 10.
Japan-based Renova Inc. on Sept. 6 announced startup of its 75-megawatt (MW) Omaezakikou Biomass Power Plant will face additional delays. The facility is now expected to begin operations in March 2025.