On April 20, the U.S. Senate passed new energy legislation by a vote of 85 to 12. The bill, titled the Energy Policy Modernization Act, or S. 2012, contains an amendment that recognizes the carbon neutrality of biomass energy.
Pellet producer Viridis Energy for sale
April 20, 2016
Publically traded Canadian pellet production company Viridis Energy Inc. is up for sale. The company is is working with FutureMetrics LLC to solicit interest for the potential sale of Viridis Energy and all of its assets.
Vecoplan Midwest introduces containerized pellet plant
By Vecoplan Midwest
April 19, 2016
Vecoplan Midwest has introduced its containerized pellet plant, which has the capacity to produce 1 to 2 tons of pellets per hour. The turnkey pellet production plant is housed in standard shipping containers.
Researchers and others interested in establishing a sustainable bioeconomy in the U.S. are taking part in a five-day study tour led by the Department of Energy's Oak Ridge National Laboratory.
The U.S. Energy Information Administration has released the April edition of its Short-Term Energy Outlook, predicting total renewables used in the electric power sector will increase by 10 percent in 2016 and by 5.1 percent in 2017.
University of Iowa, Iowa DNR agreement expands biofuel testing
By Iowa State University, Wendy Moorhead
April 13, 2016
The University of Iowa and the Iowa Department of Natural Resources have reached a landmark agreement that will help advance the UI's renewable-energy goals while continuing to protect Iowa's air quality.
Recipients of the annual industry awards—Excellence in Bioenergy and Groundbreaker of the Year—were announced at the 2016 International Biomass Conference & Expo, currently underway at the Charlotte Convention Center April 11-14.
Low oil and power prices and a warm winter are the predominant reasons that it's been a challenging year for every sector of the biomass industry.
The Biomass Thermal Energy Council is asking biomass supporters to take action by contacting their elected legislators and asking them to support the inclusion of the Biomass Thermal Utilization Act in legislation being considered by the U.S. Senate.
UK DECC releases provisional 2015 energy data
April 11, 2016
The U.K. Department of Energy and Climate Change has released provisional energy data for 2015, reporting renewable electricity generation reached 83.3 TWh last year, up 29 percent from 2014, with bioenergy up 28 percent.
BPA commends EPA on substantive biomass workshop
By Biomass Power Association
April 11, 2016
The Biomass Power Association has thanked the U.S. EPA for its April 7 workshop on the role of biomass in the Clean Power Plan. During the event, scientific and state policy experts testified on the essential role biomass will play for many states.
See You in Charlotte
April 08, 2016
The International Biomass Conference & Expo starts next week in Charlotte, North Carolina.
Viridis Energy ceases operations at Okanagan pellet plant
By Viridis Energy Inc.
April 07, 2016
Viridis Energy Inc. recently announced that due to recent structural concerns at its Okanagan Pellet Co. plant and a combination of factors, it has decided to cease operations at its West Kelowna, British Columbia, plant.
On April 6, the Biomass Power Association held a media call in advance of the U.S. EPA's June 7 workshop on biomass and the Clean Power Plan. During the call, the BPA outlined EPA actions needed to support the biomass power industry.
The U.S. EPA's chartered Scientific Advisory Board recently conducted a quality review of the updated draft report on the accounting framework for biogenic carbon emissions. The SAB has requested additional changes be made to the draft framework.
The U.S. Department of Energy's Bioenergy Technologies Office has released the 2016 update of its Multi-Year Program Plan, which serves as an operational guide to help the BETO manage and coordinate its activities.
Biomass Boilerhopping in Burlington
April 01, 2016
On Wednesday, I had the opportunity to get on a bus full of great folks and not only take in the beautiful scenery around those cities and Waterbury, but visit seven different biomass heating installations.
Sen. Ron Wyden, D-Ore., is advocating for increased production of sustainable biomass to heat and power homes and businesses while reducing the risk of wildfires and creating jobs in rural areas.
Biomass Power's Momentum in Maine
By Bob Cleaves
March 30, 2016
In the first few months of 2016, Maine lawmakers and the media have shown that when the (wood) chips are down, they will rally to do everything in their power to keep plants open.
A Tough Season
March 30, 2016
The March/April issue of Pellet Mill Magazine is filled with content backed with data from an industry survey distributed to pellet producers, as well as on-site photography due to our editorial presence at important recent industry events.
Astec Industries receives $122.5 million pellet plant order
By Astec Industries Inc.
March 30, 2016
Astec Industries Inc. recently announced it has received an order for the final $122.5 million of a pellet plant order for Highland Pellets along with a related deposit on that order.
The U.S. Department of Energy has released its first annual energy employment analysis. The report focuses on how changes in America's energy profile are affecting energy sector employment. It includes data related to biofuel and bioenergy jobs.
Making the Best of Hard Times
By Chris Wiberg
March 29, 2016
Wiberg says with added supply ready as a result of last year's heating season, the industry was met this heating season with unusually warm weather and the lowest gas prices we have seen in years. This combination has resulted in oversupply.
The Upside of Commodity Status
March 29, 2016
As the global wood pellet market grows, so does the need for marketplace efficiencies enjoyed by the world's largest commodities.
Roadmap For Pellet Stoves During Cheap Oil, Gas
By John Ackerly
March 29, 2016
The future of residential pellet heating is in flux, not only because of rock bottom oil and gas prices, but also because more affordable heat pumps and other technologies are entering the market.
Italy's Wood Heat Swap Meet
March 28, 2016
Every other year, for four days, the Progetto Fuoco makes Verona, Italy, arguably the most important place for the wood heating industry in all of Europe.
Stay of Clean Power Plan: Opportunity for Biomass Industry?
By Joel Stronberg
March 28, 2016
For the biomass industry, a stay of the Clean Power Plan may offer an opportunity otherwise lost, had the EPA been allowed to go forward with its implementation efforts.
Assessing Advantage in Randolph County
By D. F. Wallis
March 28, 2016
Georgia's Randolph County has much to offer a pellet mill or renewable fuel plant developer.
A report recently released by Clean Energy Trust and Environmental Entrepreneurs has determined nearly 569,000 people currently work in clean energy throughout the Midwest, with that number expected to grow by more than 4 percent over the next year.
Delivering Renewable Energy From Irish Forests
By Des O'Toole
March 27, 2016
Ireland's forestry sector, a major economic driver in the country, is poised for growth along with the bioenergy industry.
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