Anna Austin is an associate editor for BBI International's Biomass Power & Thermal. Anna is responsible for composing Web and monthly magazine content, as well as assisting in the development of associated conferences. Prior to joining BBI in June 2008, Anna worked as a staff writer for the Hillsboro Banner. She holds a bachelor's degree in communication from the University of North Dakota.
June 26, 2014
The USDA recently issued a notice of contract proposals for its Advanced Biofuel Payment Program, which provides payments to producers to support and expand production of advanced biofuels. READ MORE
September 23, 2013
Ambitious efforts of U.S. ports and pellet producers are keeping pace with soaring international wood pellet demand. READ MORE
January 07, 2013
Scheduled outages for plant maintenance and repairs are essential to overall efficiency and functionality. READ MORE
November 20, 2012
The European Commission and Indian government have partnered for a research and development initiative that will focus on finding solutions for existing challenges and needs in biotechnological research activities involving biomass production. READ MORE
October 08, 2012
Energy-from-waste technologies have dramatically advanced since most plants were built, providing new revenue streams and enhanced waste disposal methods. READ MORE
April 25, 2012
While 29 states and Washington, D.C., individually work toward their own renewable energy standards, the U.S. considers a national clean energy standard READ MORE
April 25, 2012
A German company aims to bring biomass power plant innovation to the U.S. READ MORE
April 25, 2012
A Washington biomass bill is touted as a job-saver, bioenergy booster READ MORE
April 23, 2012
Tecogen Inc. is installing a combined-heat-and-power system at the Medina, N.Y., wastewater treatment plant. READ MORE
April 23, 2012
Russell Biomass LLC has received a Clean Water Act permit for its proposed biomass cogeneration plant in Russell, Mass., but the company isn't certain when it will be able to begin construction. READ MORE