Apr 28, 2023
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Biomass News
Apr 28, 2023
The Lenzing Group, a provider of specialty fibres for the textile and nonwovens industries, has signed a contract for the acquisition of a 43 MW biomass power plant from ENERGIE 42 Beteiligungs, located in the Heiligenkreuz business park in Austria.
The execution of the transaction is subject to regulatory approvals, and is expected in the second quarter of 2023.
The... [Read More]
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Apr 27, 2023
Ofgem has commissioned a probe into biomass firm Drax's adherence to sustainability rules, the Financial Times reported.
The UK energy regulator has tasked US consultants with examining Drax over its use of biomass, having launched an investigation into Drax in 2022, according to documents procured via a Freedom of Information application.
A Drax spokesperson told... [Read More]
Biomass News
Apr 26, 2023
Drax Group has announced a £150 million (€169.4m) share buyback programme and lowered its annual capital expenditure forecast, after it paused further investment in projects to capture and store carbon dioxide in the UK.
The British biomass giant said it plans to return the sum to shareholders in a programme that is due to commence in Q2 '23, and which will be completed... [Read More]
Biomass News
Apr 24, 2023
Last week, West Biofuels, broke ground on a critically needed three-megawatt (MW) bioenergy plant in Burney, California that will convert forest waste and sustainably sourced wood to renewable electricity, heat and biochar. The new source of clean, renewable energy will help reduce wildfire risk, lower California's carbon footprint, and strengthen the region's economy.
The... [Read More]
Biomass News
Apr 21, 2023
The Argus Biomass Industry Awards took place for the first time at the Argus Biomass Conference in Westminster, London on 18 April, showcasing the achievements of companies and individuals at the networking event for the biomass industry.
The awards recognise thought leadership in bringing sustainability to the forefront of business and in tackling climate change.
The... [Read More]
Biomass News
Apr 20, 2023
A new paper, “Transparency, trust and best practice of responsible biomass use”, published on 19 April by the World Bioenergy Association (WBA), explores the Glasgow Declaration on Sustainable Bioenergy, some of the nuances of the public debate on sustainability and the importance of getting bioenergy right.
The International Energy Agency’s landmark Net Zero Emissions... [Read More]
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Apr 18, 2023
Valmet and Greenalia Biomass Power Curtis-Teixeiro S.L.U have signed a three-year service agreement to further improve the performance of Greenalia’s Curtis-Teixeiro biomass plant in Spain.
The agreement is included in Valmet's orders received of the first quarter 2023 and is effective immediately. The value of the agreement has not been disclosed.
In Curtis-Teixeiro,... [Read More]
Biomass News
Apr 17, 2023
Renewable energy technology firm Renergi has completed the construction of a $10.4 million (€6.3m) biomass conversion plant in Western Australia (WA).
The Collie Resource Recovery Centre will see household rubbish and biomass converted into useful products, including commercially viable bio-char, bio-oil and wood vinegar.
The plant, which was built using a patented... [Read More]
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Apr 14, 2023
Marubeni Corporation and Taisei Corporation have started development of a wood-based biomass power plant, via special purpose company Ishikari area Biomass Power corporation (IBP).
Located at the Ishikari Bay New Port Area in Ishikari City, Hokkaido, the plant will have a power generation output of 9,950 kW.
The biomass power plant will consume locally produced fuel,... [Read More]
Biomass News
Apr 14, 2023
Dr Alan Knight OBE, group director of sustainability at Drax Group, has given an update on the progress Drax is making to deliver positive outcomes for the climate, for nature and for the communities in which the company operates.
"As I come to the end of my second year with Drax, it is naturally time to reflect on my time with the company to date and the progress... [Read More]
Biomass News
Apr 13, 2023
Steeper Energy (Steeper) has announce the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Invest Alberta Corporation (Invest Alberta) to commercialise Steeper’s proprietary Hydrofaction® technology within Alberta, Canada, aligning with Alberta’s broader goal of becoming the country’s cleantech leader.
Steeper’s Hydrofaction® technology is a proprietary form... [Read More]
Biomass News
Apr 11, 2023
Drax, a leading producer and supplier of sustainable biomass, has commended the Canadian government on its plan to support significant investments in clean energy technologies and the need for biomass to achieve a clean economy, as announced in the 2023 Budget.
The Budget 2023 plan specifically highlights biomass as a key component of the clean energy sector, acknowledging... [Read More]
Biomass News
Apr 6, 2023
Very specific language in New York state's budget could prevent Fort Drum's biomass plant from closing, reported WWNY.
Biomass is no longer considered a source of renewable energy by the state, which is why ReEnergy decided to wind down operations at the $50 million (€45.8m), 60-megawatt facility at the end of March.
At that time, the plant provided 100% of power on... [Read More]
Biomass News
Apr 5, 2023
A leading biomass scientist at Aston University has welcomed the government’s announcement to ensure UK energy is more secure, as outlined in the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero's Up Britain: Net Zero Growth Plan, and the Powering Up Britain: Energy Security Plan - both published on 30 March.
However, Professor Patricia Thornley, director of Aston University’s... [Read More]
Biomass News
Apr 5, 2023
Nicklin Transit Packaging, the UK's largest independent pallet and packaging firm, has invested more than £1m (€1.1m), in a new biomass heating system at its main manufacturing site on the Woods Bank Estate in Wednesbury.
The new plant will be fuelled using the waste generated by the company’s manufacturing processes and the energy generated will help heat the buildings... [Read More]
Biomass News
Apr 4, 2023
Global renewable energy firm, Drax Group, has welcomed a positive conclusion of the European Union’s discussions on the revision of the Renewable Energy Directive (REDIII).
The agreement reached by the EU Institutions this week recognises the importance of sustainably sourced biomass within the region, providing renewable, reliable power while displacing fossil fuels... [Read More]
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