Two bills pending in the Massachusetts legislature aim to prevent woody biomass energy from participating in the state's renewable energy portfolio standard (RPS) and alternative energy portfolio standard (APS).
UK to launch fourth round of CfD energy scheme
September 15, 2021
U.K. has announced the fourth round of its Contracts for Difference (CfD) energy scheme. Landfill gas, sewage gas, energy-from-waste with CHP, large-scale anaerobic digestion, and dedicated biomass with CHP are among the eliglbe technologies.
The U.S. Energy Information Administration recently released data showing U.S. manufacturers produced approximately 760,000 tons of densified biomass fuel in May, with sales reaching 670,000 tons.
EIA updates 2021, 2022 bioenergy forecasts
September 08, 2021
The U.S. Energy Information Administration currently predicts renewables will account for 20 percent of U.S. electricity generation this year, according to the agency's latest Short Term Energy Outlook, released Sept. 8.
USDA: US wood pellet exports at 646,494 metric tons in July
September 02, 2021
The U.S. exported 646,494.1 metric tons of wood pellets in July, up from both 603,752.2 metric tons in June and 643,727.5 metric tons in July 2020, according to data released by the USDA Foreign Agricultural Service on Sept. 2.
Court denies HPBA challenge to wood heater test standards
September 01, 2021
The U.S. Court of Appeals for the D.C. Circuit on Aug. 27 denied a petition for review filed by the HPBA asking the court to vacate the audit testing provisions of the agency's 2015 NSPS for residential wood heating applicances.
Drax expands virtual work experience program
By Drax
August 30, 2021
Drax Power Station, Britian's largest power station, announced it has expanded its virtual work experience program to offer even more young people insights into the workplace and boost employability and skills.
The U.S. Department of Commerce's International Trade Administration on Aug. 30 announced it is seeking public comments to help inform development of its U.S. Clean Technologies Export Competitiveness Strategy.
Construction on the Niigata East Port Biomass Power Plant, a proposed 50-megawatt (MW) facility under development in Niigata, Japan, is set to begin in May 2022. The plant is currently expected to be operational in October 2024.
The U.K. government on Aug. 25 awarded £4 million ($5.5 million) to 24 projects that aim to increase domestic production of biomass feedstock for energy production. Each project will receive up to £200,000.
Choosing the Right Dryer for Your Process
By Nolan Johnson
August 24, 2021
Drying systems are a major investment and a critical wood pellet process component.
The government of British Columbia on Aug. 18 approved the transfer of a forest tenure in the Fort Nelson Timber Supply area from Canfor to Peak Fort Nelson Properties Ltd., which plans to develop a wood pellet production facility.
The Pandemic and Industrial Pellet Supply Chain
August 22, 2021
The COVID-19 pandemic exposed vulnerabilities in many global supply chains, but the U.S. Southeast wood pellet industry proved fairly resilient.
Quality Grease: Critical at Pellet Mills
By Holger Streetz
August 21, 2021
In addition to base oils and thickeners, additives enhance grease functionality, which is critical for operational and financial performance.
Putting the Right Grease to Work for Your Mill
By Karen Wright and Matt Meyer
August 19, 2021
Not all greases are the same—selecting the best one for your operation is critical.
Bliss Industries joins CPM
By CPM Holdings Inc.
August 19, 2021
CPM Holdings Inc., a leading global supplier of process equipment, services, and technology to the animal feed, oilseed, food, and engineered materials industries, on Aug. 5 announced the acquisition of Bliss Industries LLC.
Drax supports Morehouse Family Forest Initiative
By Drax
August 19, 2021
The Morehouse Family Forest Initiative, a conservation program set up in 2017 through a partnership with Drax Biomass and the American Forest Foundation, is helping return quail to forestlands in south-eastern Arkansas.
Natural Resource Canada announced it will award $205,000 to Inukshuk Synergie to help operationalize its plan for having franchises commercialize its biomass energy heating systems, providing a turnkey energy solution to regional communities.
Drax sponsors teacher workshop in Louisiana
By Drax Biomass
August 12, 2021
Teachers, girl scout leaders and other youth educators have been finding new ways to bring environmental education to life with Drax Biomass. The renewable energy company sponsored a day of activities in Pineville, Louisiana, run by Project Learning.
The USDA Rural Business-Cooperative Service is soliciting fiscal year (FY) 2022 grant, guaranteed loan, and combined grant and guaranteed loan applications under the Rural Energy for America Program.
The U.S. Energy Information Administration recently released data showing U.S. manufacturers produced approximately 770,000 tons of densified biomass fuel in April, with sales reaching 690,000 tons.
The USDA is celebrating the 10th anniversary of the creation of the agency's Certified Biobased Product Label by unveiling a report that demonstrates that the biobased industry is a significant generator of economic activity and jobs.
EIA revises 2021, 2022 bioenergy forecasts
August 10, 2021
The U.S. Energy Information Administration currently predicts renewables will account for 20 percent of U.S. electricity generation this year, according to the agency's latest Short Term Energy Outlook, released Aug. 10.
The U.S. exported 603,752.2 metric tons of wood pellets in June, up from 513,608 metric tons in May, but down from 684,030.2 metric tons in June 2020, according to data released by the USDA Foreign Agricultural Service on Aug. 5.
The U.S. Energy Information Administration is seeking to extend its existing data collection on densified biomass fuel for three years with no changes. A public comment period on the proposed extension is open through Aug. 19.
Enviva Partners LP released second quarter financial results on July 28, announcing progress with capacity expansion projects and reporting a 70 percent increase in net revenue when compared to the same period of 2020.
Drax Group plc on July 29 announced it has reduced its carbon emissions by more than 90 percent over the past decade and has made significant progress with its plans for bioenergy with carbon capture and storage (BECCS) over the past six months.
FutureMetrics has published a white paper suggesting that cooperation between industrial wood pellet advocates and consortiums that advocate for wind power, solar power and energy storage will be the most effective way forward for policy development.
Help Wanted
July 26, 2021
The domestic wood pellet industry met with optimism in Louisville, Kentucky, in early June. Many bright spots are bolstering business, but a nagging issue seems to be plaguing all supply chain segments: employees.
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