Forest certification standards are increasingly important in the pellet industry, but can be confusing to producers and customers alike
Ontario will benefit from greater use of purpose-grown biomass, according to a study released by the Western University Research Park, Sarnia-Lambton campus.
The new technique, a dynamic sensor-regulator system, tripled the amount of biobased diesel produced from glucose in one demonstration. It is able to detect metabolic changes in microbes during the production of fatty acid-based fuels or chemicals.
Reaching for less than 10 cents a pound
According to analysis by Wood Resources International, more than 2 million tons of wood pellets were shipped in 2011, a 300 percent increase from 2008. Shipments have increased every quarter for four years.
An exploration of the mountain pine beetle infestation reveals its depth, possible ways to combat it, and uses for millions of acres of dead wood
A novel and intricate project model will bring housing, jobs and clean energy to communities around the world
A recently published paper suggests that in order for life cycle analyses of biomass-based products such as biofuels to be most accurately calculated, modelers should develop a hybridized methodology that considers both direct and indirect effects.
The Sorghum Checkoff is planning its first Sorghum Renewables Summit to be held April 19-20 at the Holiday Inn in Denver, Colo. Calling sorghum an adaptable, efficient and sustainable crop, the boosters hope to bring attention to its potential.
Denver to host BBI's Biomass Conference & Expo
By BBI International
April 04, 2012
The 5th International Biomass Conference & Expo is set for April 16-19 in Denver, focusing on leading developments in the biomass industry, from cultivation, harvest and storage to conversion technology, project finance and regulatory guidance.
RWE chooses fuel supplier for Scotland biomass plant
By Anna Austin
April 04, 2012
RWE npower has chosen one of the U.K's leading recycling and resource management companies as a fuel supplier for its $317 million CHP biomass plant under development in Scotland.
Global focus on alternatives critical in shadow of crude prices
By Global RFA
April 04, 2012
Following an EIA warning on the threat to the global economy, the Global Renewable Fuels Alliance is calling on the G20 to enact aggressive biofuels policies that reduce our crippling reliance on crude oil.
Areva announces biopower project
By Anna Austin
April 04, 2012
Areva;s Bioenergy Business Unit has embarked on a project to develop modular and compact biomass power plants, and has received funding from KIC InnoEnergy.
Jeff Lautt named CEO of Poet
By Poet LLC
April 03, 2012
Jeff Lautt was named CEO of Poet LLC, the ethanol company announced. Company founder Jeff Broin will step down after 25 years as the CEO but will continue managing and leading the company's board as executive chairman.
Navy's first alternative fueling station opens in Hawaii
By Naval Facilities Engineering Command
April 03, 2012
Naval Facilities Engineering Command Hawaii officially opened the first of three E85 fueling stations planned for the Navy's fleet of flex-fuel vehicles March 22 at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam.
The International Biomass Conference & Expo tour features a brewery process water treatment plant and forest management activities
The Forest Guild crafted biomass harvesting guidelines for the Southeastern U.S.
Northeast Florida will be the home of 2G Cenergy's biogas combined-heat-and-power (CHP) system production facility.
Update on Pellet Mill Map Progress
April 03, 2012
It's almost done. The 2012 U.S. & Canada Pellet Mill Map is one proof away from being ready for print. And I'm very proud of the product we put together.
The U.S. EPA publicly announced its approval of the first E15 registrations on April 2, releasing a list of 20 ethanol producers who have successfully registered their product to be used in E15.
Groups push to reinstate suspended Wis. renewables incentive
By Anna Austin
April 03, 2012
A suspended renewable energy incentive program in Wisconsin has businesses, residents and supporting organizations frustrated with the state Public Service Commission.
The biomass industry is drawing support from other renewable sectors, including wind
The Indian Ministry of Science and Technology announced on March 30 the government's first test-run of 100 percent algae-derived biodiesel in a Chevrolet Tavera, a diesel multi-utility vehicle made by General Motors for the Indian automotive market.
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