U.S. manufacturers produced 10.71 million metric tons of wood pellets in 2024, according to data released by the U.S. Energy Information Administration. Production included 1.55 million metric tons of premium/standard pellets and 9.16 million metric tons of utility pellets.
Wood pellets accounted for nearly 19.6% of U.S. forest products exports in 2024, up from 1.6% in 2010, according to data released by the USDA. The vast majority of U.S. wood pellet exports are destined for the U.K.
On April 9, the Pellet Fuels Institute hosted a fly-in, visiting 29 different congressional offices to discuss the wood pellet industry and the PFI’s policy and regulatory agenda. A dozen PFI member representatives participated in the event.
Wood Pellet Association of Canada has launched a multi-lingual website and Japanese market awareness campaign that aims to allow stakeholders to easily access information about the sustainability, quality and reliability of Canadian wood pellets.
Renewables are expected to account for 25% of U.S. electricity generation this year, increasing to 27% in 2026, according to the U.S. Energy Information Administration’s latest Short-Term Energy Outlook, released April 10.
Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins on April 3 issued a Secretarial Memo to establish a “Emergency Situation Determination” that aims to empower the U.S. Forest Service to expedite efforts to reduce wildfire risk on National Forest System lands.
The U.S. exported 796,490.2 metric tons of wood pellets in February, down from 825,269.9 metric tons in January, but up when compared to the 696,692.9 metric tons exported in February 2024, according to date released by the USDA on April 3.
U.S. manufacturers produced approximately 900,000 tons of densified biomass fuels in December, according to the March edition of the U.S. Energy Information Administration’s Monthly Densified Biomass Fuels Report.
2025 International Biomass Conference & Expo concludes as largest event in a decade and unparalleled industry insights
By BBI International
March 25, 2025
The 2025 International Biomass Conference & Expo, held March 18-20 in Atlanta Georgia, featured of insightful discussions, cutting-edge technology showcases, and unparalleled networking opportunities.
New Zealand-based power producer Genesis Energy has signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with Carbona to produce torrefied wood pellets, with the potential to replace coal with biomass at Huntly Power Station.
The U.S. Industrial Pellet Association (USIPA) on March 14 announced the appointment of Darrell Smith as its new executive director. Smith brings a wealth of association leadership experience and diverse industry expertise to USIPA.
Ofgem, Great Britain's independent energy regulator, on March 12 issued a statement providing additional details on its investigation into Drax Power Ltd. and how reporting requirements under the U.K. RO apply.
The U.S. EIA currently expects renewables to account for 25% of U.S. electricity generation in 2025, increasing to 27% in 2026, according to the agency’s latest Short-Term Energy Outlook, released March 11.
As of January 2025, Forisk’s wood bioenergy database tracks 387 operating and announced projects related to wood pellets, electricity, combined heat and power, liquid fuels and thermal.
Federally funded research is bringing biomass to steelmaking to reduce the use of fossil coal and lower carbon emissions.
The U.S. exported 825,269.9 metric tons of wood pellets in January, down slightly from 879,332.3 metric tons the previous month, but up from the 742,824.6 metric tons exported in January 2023, according to data released by the USDA on March 6.
The American Biomass Energy Association announced its support and appreciation for the Immediate Expansion of American Timber Production Executive Order that was released by the White House on March 1st.
Japan-based Renova Inc. on March 3 announced additional delays in the startup of the 49.9-megawatt (MW) Karatsu Biomass Power Plant. The facility is now expected to being operations in September.
While sales data for January won’t be available until April (U.S. EIA Monthly Densified Biomass Fuel Report), producers across the country are reporting brisk sales.
Drax Group plc on Feb. 27 released full year 2024 financial results, reporting strong improvement in operational and financial performance for its North American wood pellet segment. Biomass power generation was also up significantly.
U.S. manufacturers produced 890,000 tons of densified biomass fuels in November, according to the February edition of the U.S. EIA Monthly Densified Biomass Fuels Report. Sales of densified biomass fuel reached 860,000 tons during the month.
After a decade in the torrefaction technology industry and a successfully launched commercial black pellet plant in Thailand, Blackwood Technology B.V. is preparing for growth.
Renewable energy company Drax has announced an enhanced approach to deliver on its global sustainability targets and to enhance the way it manages its impact on the climate, nature and people.
The U.K. government on Feb. 10 announced it will move forward with a short-term support mechanism for large-scale biomass generators. The subsidies will provide support for Drax Group plc’s four biomass units post-2027.
Japan-based Renova Inc. on Feb. 5 announced that the 75-megawatt (MW) that the Omaezakikou Biomass Power Plant began operations on Jan. 29. The facility is fueled by wood pellets and palm kernel shells (PKS).
The U.S. exported 879,332.3 metric tons of wood pellets in December, bringing total exports for the full year 2024 to a record 10 million metric tons, according to data released by the USDA Foreign Agricultural Service on Feb. 5.
The IPCC’s methodology has been reviewed and reaffirmed multiple times since its development in 1995, most recently in 2019. Importantly, it is set independently of industry, by the scientists of the IPCC and governments, according to the U.K. REA.
Enviva has announced it will close its 115,000-metric-ton-per-year wood pellet plant in Amory, Mississippi, effective Feb. 7. The company cited market dynamics and the facility’s infrastructure and operations as reasons for the closure.
U.S. manufacturers produced approximately 930,000 tons of densified biomass fuels in October, according to the U.S. Energy Information Administration. Sales of densified biomass fuel reached 950,000 tons during the month.
South Korea in late 2024 announced it will end subsidies for new biomass energy projects and existing state-owned facilities that co-fire imported biomass starting in 2025 and phase out subsidies privately owned facilities starting in 2026.
Advertisement
@ Copyright 2025 - BBI International - All rights reserved.