Pellet Mill Press - November 1, 2022

FutureMetrics discusses pellet supply shock in Europe FutureMetrics on Oct. 31 published a new white paper explaining how reduced pellet supplies in Western Europe and the U.K. resulting from sanctions on Russia has produced a supply shock that has vastly increased prices. READ MORE SHARE
UK takes action to ensure adequate supply of wood pellets for RHI The U.K. government on Oct. 25 announced it will implement a 12-month suspension of certain fuel quality requirements for domestic and non-domestic RHI scheme participants using wood pellets to help ensure adequate fuel supplies this winter. READ MORE SHARE
	UK REA: Scientists back bioenergy in open letter A new letter, signed by over 550 scientists, indicates broad scientific support for forestry and bioenergy in light of the increasing threat to forests from climate change, according to the U.K. Association for Renewable Energy and Clean Technology. READ MORE SHARE
Enviva: 550 scientists outline the importance of woody biomass Enviva Inc. is applauding a public letter from 550 global scientists sent to the Presidents of the European Commission, European Parliament, and European Council outlining numerous climate benefits of woody biomass and sustainable forest management. READ MORE SHARE
Research team receives $15.8M to modify poplar for bioproducts A multidisciplinary team of researchers at the University of Georgia and two partner institutions have been awarded a $15.8 million grant over five years from the U.S. DOE to reengineer poplar trees to be used as a sustinable energy source. READ MORE SHARE
WPAC donates $2,000 to school in British Columbia ‘Na Aksa Gyilak’yoo School in Terrace, British Columbia, received a boost to its educational initiatives with a $2,000 contribution from the Wood Pellet Association of Canada, Skeena Bioenergy and the Prince Rupert Port Authority. READ MORE SHARE
USDA seeks input on IRA’s biofuel infrastructure, REAP funding The USDA has announced it will host a virtual listening session on Nov. 3 that focuses, in part, on biofuel infrastructure and REAP funding allocated by the Inflation Reduction Act. A 30-day public comment period is also being opened. READ MORE SHARE