Emphasizing Biomass Benefits on State Levels
By Bob Cleaves
September 09, 2017
As always, we in the industry must remain alert for state changes that can negatively—or positively—affect our businesses.
In the U.K., Saxlund International recently announced it is supplying fuel handling systems to the Tansterne Advanced Biomass Project and a green gas generation plant under construction by Advanced Power and Cadent.
Weir restores valves as part of Lynemouth biomass conversion
By Weir Engineering Services
September 06, 2017
Weir Engineering Services has partnered with Lynemouth Power Station to contribute to the project that will convert the plant from a coal fired to a biomass fired power station, including the overhaul of eleven butterfly valves and gearboxes.
DMT Clear Gas Solutions recently announced that Calgren Dairy Fuels LLC is going to install DMT's desulfurization technology, Sulfurex BR. The anaerobic digestion facility is located adjacent to Calgren Renewable Fuels LLC, a 55 MMgy ethanol plant.
Stobart impacted by commissioning delays at biomass plants
September 06, 2017
Stobart Group Ltd. has released interim results for the first half of 2017, reporting that its energy division has been impacted by commissioning delays at third-party biomass power plants.
President Donald Trump has announced his nominations for three USDA posts, including the nomination of Iowa Secretary of Agriculture Bill Northey to serve as under secretary for farm production and conservation.
Tooke sworn in as chief of the U.S. Forest Service
September 05, 2017
Tony Tooke was sworn in as chief of the U.S. Forest Service by Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue on Sept. 1. Tooke replaced former Forest Service Chief Tom Tidwell, who announced his retirement in August.
From High Hazard to Bioenergy Boost
September 04, 2017
In California, several large-scale biomass power plants have new leases on life via five-year power purchase agreements and stipulations to use high-hazard forest material. Meanwhile, a new wave of small-scale plants continues to navigate developme
Fire and Ice
September 01, 2017
As temperatures fall and the demand for fuel increases, the challenges for biomass aggregators increase. Two industry veterans talk about what it takes to keep material moving, and fires burning.
Following Bioeconomy 2017: Domestic Resources for a Vibrant Future, the U.S. Department of Energy's Bioenergy Technologies Office's annual conference, BETO held its 2017 Program Management Review in Arlington, Virginia.
The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission's Office of Energy Projects recently released its Energy Infrastructure Update, reporting that 198 MW of biomass power capacity was placed into service during the first half of 2017.
Fuel Prep Technology: Speed vs Throughput Debate
By Peter Streinik
August 30, 2017
When procuring recycling and biomass fuel preparation technology for the future, should operators prioritize speed, or throughput?
Japan recently filed a report with the USDA Foreign Agricultural Service's Global Agricultural Information Network, noting the country imported a record 347,000 metric tons of wood pellets last year for thermal power generation.
Air Liquide enters the Norwegian biogas market
By Air Liquide
August 29, 2017
Air Liquide has announced its acquisition of a majority equity in Norwegian company Skagerak Naturgass AS, a subsidiary of Skagerak Energi that belongs to Europe's largest generator of renewable energy, Statkraft.
Great Northern Timber Group has signed a tentative agreement to purchase the Scotia Atlantic Biomass pellet plant, pending due diligence and court approval, said Thor Olesen, CEO of GNT. The facility is expected to restart operations later this year.
Turboden to supply 2.3 MW plant to bioenergy project in Turkey
By Turboden
August 28, 2017
Turboden, a group company of Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, has signed an order with Güres for a new ORC unit to be installed at its main egg production site in Manisa, Turkey. The system will generate electricity and hot water from chicken litter.
SoCalGas streamlines process to support renewable gas projects
By Southern California Gas Co.
August 28, 2017
Southern California Gas Co. (SoCalGas) recently announced new initiatives that will make it easier for renewable gas production facilities to connect to the company's natural gas pipeline system.
Domtar inaugurates biomass generating unit at Windsor Mill
By Domtar
August 25, 2017
Domtar has inaugurated its second biomass generating unit with a power output of 18 MW at its Windsor Mill in Quebec. The facility now has a production capacity of nearly 50 MW, making it a major producer of renewable energy in the region.
Report shows reduced carbon intensity of UK grid
August 25, 2017
In the U.K., the latest Electric Insights report, produced by researchers at Imperial College London, in collaboration with Drax, found that renewables accounted for 25 percent of Britain's electricity during the second quarter.
GE's biogas engine technology to power 3 landfill sites in Turkey
By GE
August 24, 2017
GE's Distributed Power has announced that it is providing its Jenbacher biogas engine technology and myPlant Asset Performance Management solution for three new landfill power production sites in Turkey.
The U.S. Department of Energy's Bioenergy Technologies Office has announced the official launch of its new technical blog, Bioprose: Building the Bioeconomy through Technology & Communication.
The U.S. EPA has posted new materials related to a quality review scheduled to be conducted by the Scientific Advisory Board on the agency's draft framework for assessing biogenic carbon dioxide emissions from stationary sources.
Arizona studying bioenergy for wildfire management
August 23, 2017
The Arizona Corporation Commission has ordered Arizona Public Service to evaluate forest bioenergy as part of its resource portfolio. The Arizona Corporation Commission will host its first workshop on the topic of forest bioenergy on Oct. 19.
Glennmont Partners completes refinancing of UK biomass plant
By Glennmont Partners
August 22, 2017
Glennmont Partners has successfully completed the refinancing of the Sleaford Renewable Energy Plant. Sleaford REP is a 40 MWe straw-fired biomass plant located in Lincolnshire, U.K., that has been in operation since 2014.
The U.S. Energy Information Administration has announced domestic sales of densified biomass fuel reached 80,000 tons in May, averaging $142.99 per ton, while exports for April reached 350,000 tons, averaging $135.12 per ton.
Macquarie completes acquisition of GIB
August 21, 2017
A consortium led by Macquarie, an Australian-based bank, has completed the acquisition of the U.K. Green Investment Bank Ltd. from the British government for £2.3 billion ($2.96 billion). GIB will now operate under the name Green Investment Group.
U.S. Forest Service Chief Tom Tidwell has announced his retirement, effective Sept. 1. He has served at the post since June 2009. U.S. Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue announced Tony Tooke will take over as chief following Tidwell's retirement.
SynTech Bioenergy announces distributorship in Japan
By SynTech Bioenergy
August 18, 2017
Denver-based SynTech Bioenergy has announced the formation of its Japanese distributorship in Tokyo under the name SynTech Japan Co. LTD. SynTech Japan is now the exclusive distributor of BioMax units in Japan.
RNG Coalition welcomes federal affairs manager
By Coalition for Renewable Natural Gas
August 17, 2017
The Coalition for Renewable Natural Gas has added Sanjay Srikantiah as its new federal affairs manager in Washington, D.C. He will further strengthen the RNG Coalition's advocacy and education efforts on behalf of the North American RNG industry.
Colorado approves waste diversion goals
August 17, 2017
The Colorado Solid and Hazardous Waste Commission has approved statewide waste division goals, aiming to achieve a 45 percent diversion rate by 2036. Waste diversion is defined to include recycling, composting and anaerobic digestion.
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