Biomass News

The Wood Recyclers’ Association (WRA) has welcomed the UK government’s latest call for evidence on greenhouse gas removals (GGRs), emphasising the vital role that waste wood biomass could play in delivering negative emissions through carbon capture technology. The independent review, launched on 16 May and led by Dr Alan Whitehead CBE, the former shadow minister for climate change and net…
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Efforts to decarbonise the European steel sector have taken a significant step forward through the development of bio-waste-based biocoal - an emerging solution that supports both the EU Green Deal and circular economy goals. According to innovation hub I3P, bio-waste differs from woody biomass - which it said is limited by high costs and constrained supply. Bio-waste offers a more accessible…
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Kobe Steel and Mitsubishi UBE Cement Corporation (MUCC) have announced plans to undertake a joint feasibility study aimed at developing black pellets - an innovative raw material and fuel designed to significantly reduce carbon dioxide emissions. Black pellets are produced by applying thermal treatment to traditional wood pellets (often called white pellets), resulting in a product that…
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The California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) has denied Pacific Gas and Electric Company's (PG&E) application for a pilot project aimed at converting woody biomass into renewable natural gas (RNG). The decision was issued last month. PG&E has been ordered to return $16.936 million in cap-and-trade proceeds, with accrued interest, to ratepayers via the California Climate Credit next…
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Arigna Group has been awarded Bio Achievement of the Year at the All-Island Bioeconomy Awards 2025. The award marks a milestone in Arigna Group’s journey of transformation - from a legacy in traditional carbon-intensive industries to becoming a leader in renewable solutions and green technologies, including sustainable biochar production. “We are incredibly honoured to receive this…
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The 'first ever' Regional Risk Assessment (RRA) for National Forest System lands under the Sustainable Biomass Program (SBP) has been completed and approved for use by biomass producers. This provides a comprehensive framework for sustainable biomass sourcing across all forests administered by the USDA Forest Service (USFS) in the contiguous US, according to the organisation. SBP-endorsed RRAs…
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A new study, led by the University of Nottingham’s Faculty of Engineering, has shown that converting food waste into biochar could lead to a reduction of 93,000 tonnes of CO₂ each year by 2030. The study explored how converting food waste into biochar can help reduce greenhouse gas emissions and also improve soil quality. It was published in Biochar, and conducted as part of the Department…
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The US agriculture secretary has said the UK could take more US wood pellets as biomass amid ongoing trade talks. Brooke Rollins told reporters the US is '100% confident' that the country's wood chips adhere to UK sustainability requirements. Rollins met with UK energy secretary Ed Miliband and energy minister Michael Shanks on 13 May. Her visit to London saw her promoting agricultural produce…
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Magnon, a subsidiary of the Ence Group, and Mahou San Miguel, a leading beverage and services company in the Spanish beer sector, have started the construction of the infrastructure for the installation of two biomass boilers of 10 MWt each at Mahou San Miguel’s plant in Alovera (Guadalajara), Spain. The boilers will allow the supply of 85 GWht per year of renewable thermal energy for 15…
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Scientists at Washington State University have found a new way to produce sugar from corn stalks and other crop waste, potentially opening a new pathway to sustainable biofuels. Newly published in Bioresource Technology, their experimental process used ammonium sulphite-based alkali salts to convert corn stover — leftover corn stalks, husks, and other residues — into low-cost sugar for…
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Woodchuck, an AI-powered climate tech company focused on transforming wood waste into renewable energy, has officially opened its flagship biomass processing facility in Grand Rapids, Michigan, US. Governor Gretchen Whitmer joined local and state officials, clean energy advocates, and Grand Rapids business leaders in celebrating the launch of the nation’s first AI-driven wood waste-to-energy…
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Hima Cement has announced that over 50% of its fuel for cement production now comes from renewable biomass, reported The Independent Uganda. Contractors and government bodies have been using Hima Cement for major infrastructure projects such as Mandela National Stadium, Entebbe Expressway and Karuma Dam, among others. The company's head of regulatory affairs, David Mugagga, said this is a major…
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Erex will construct a 50MW biomass power plant in Japan's Kampong Speu province, with construction set to begin in June this year. The project aims to bolster the region’s energy supply and provide more affordable electricity for Kampong Speu and neighbouring areas. The announcement was made during a meeting between Tuy Ri, the Cambodian Ambassador to Japan, and IMAMURA Masahiro, the former…
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Biomass is currently the EU’s largest renewable energy source, but climate strategies often focus on other energy sources. Analysis led by Chalmers University of Technology in Sweden, has assessed that biomass is crucial for Europe's ability to reach its climate targets, as it can be used to produce fossil-free fuels and chemicals and also enables carbon dioxide removal from the atmosphere. If…
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