Biomass News
UK’s RWE npower world’s largest wood pellet-based biomass power to start operations this month
Feb 2nd
RWE npower is all set to start commercial operations at UK’s biggest biomass power station at Tilbury. The third of three units at the 750-megawatt (MW) power plant will start producing power and will be commercially operational by the end of January.
According to Dan Meredith, Corporate Public Relations Manager for RWE npower, at full capacity the plant will use approximately 2.5 million tons of wood pellets by the time the plant switches from coal to only biomass. This switch would account for 10% of renewable energy output for the U.K. going into 2012.
To provide updates on global growth in biomass based power generation & trade/demand , latest on on-going projects, infrastructure, investment & trade, CMT will be hosting its 3rd Biomass Trade and Power on 23-24 Feb 2012. The conference in Brussels is a perfect networking & information exchange platform for all Biomass Power producers, Biomass producers, Traders, Key European regulators and technology experts and more.
CMT has also arranged an exclusive Pre-Conference Site Visit on 22 February 2012 to Rodenhuize Power Station, located in Ghent, Belgium. The site visit is open for bookings on first-come-first basis to the conference registered delegates only.
Download Brochure or submit your queries to hafizah@cmtsp.com.sg
Source: Biomass magazine
De derde Biomass Trade and Power Summit in februari te Brussel!
Feb 2nd
Biomassa (houtpellets, houtsnippers en agrarische residuen) draagt voor meer dan de helft bij in de productie van hernieuwbare energie als een schone, veilige en competitieve energiebron in de EU. Naast de EU is Azië, voorzien van een overvloed aan van biomassa uit bosbouw en agrarische residuen, bezig met de ontwikkeling van haar biomassa-sector, zowel in vraag en aanbod. Gevolg is dat de biomassa handelsstromen niet langer beperkt zijn tot de EU maar uitgegroeid zijn tot een wereldhandel.
Na twee geweldige jaren in Rotterdam verhuist de Biomass Trade en Power Summit naar Brussel. Op 23 en 24 februari staan de volgende onderwerpen op de agenda: de globale handel in biomassa en de groei en kansen van elektriciteitsproductie in regio’s zoals de EU, VK, Azië en de VS. Het 2012 event voorziet een bezoek aan de elektriciteitscentrale van Rodenhuize, een 180mW biomassa gestookte centrale, gevestigd in Gent, België voor de aanvang van de conferentie.
Gespreid over anderhalve dag en met thema ‘s zoals de garantie van de operationele vooruitgang en duurzame groei in een transparante economie en met een strategische bijeenkomst van stakeholders uit meer dan 30 landen uit de sector van het aanbod van biomassa & elektriciteitsproductie, is het evenement voorzien van zinvolle interacties en netwerking.
Op de conferentie zijn een indrukwekkend aantal experts aanwezig, waaronder:
- De heer Shanmugam Pattu, directeur van Cetex Energy Generation Co Pvt Ltd met zijn studie “de huidige situatie van India voor groene stroomproductie uit bio-energie.
- Edita Vagonyte, Manager Europese Zaken van de Europese Biomassa Associatie – AEBIOM – geeft een evaluatie over de inspanningen van de Europese Raad van Pellets & de vooruitgang van de industriële integratie van het ENplus Pellet Certificatie Schema.
- Dr. Marieke Harteveld, Consultant Bio-energie & Biobased Economy met Ecofys Nederland BV heeft het over de duurzaamheidscriteria voor vaste biomassa & ILUC.
- De heer Robin Post van der Burg, directeur Business Development bij Topell Energy BV presenteert de Productie Waarde Keten van Getorrificeerde Pellets
- De heer Jonas Wilde van Vattenfall AB, de heer Rob Prange, Algemeen Director van het Nederlandse Energy Solutions en Rob Verheem, adjunct-directeur bij NCEA dat Afrika’s focus van biomassa op lopende projecten, infrastructuur en Investment & Trade analyseert.
- De heer Johan Granath, hoofd van bio-energie bij Ekman & Co AB geeft de stand van zaken over Vyborgskaya Cellulose Pellet Plant & het onderscheid tussen het werken met een agent en een trader.
- De heer Michael Wild, hoofd van Wild & Partners KG over de case studie van getorrificeerde biomassa/pellets- het is eindelijk zover!.
- De heer Patrick de Jamblinne, CEO, Tuzetka (2ZK) onderzoekt de ontwikkeling van bio-energie in Centraal-Europa & de integrale keten van biomassa pellets (houtachtige en agro-residuen),
Daarnaast zullen er updates worden gepresenteerd over de internationale groei van de elektriciteitsproductie en handel van biomassa/vraag in het Verenigd Koninkrijk en Polen door Mairi Black van Drax Power Station en de heer Piotr M. Nowak, Manager van het buitenlandse handelsdepartement van vaste brandstoffen van Trading Department Weglokoks SA. Ondertussen zal Dr Yves Ryckmans, de Chief Technology Officer Biomassa bij Electrabel – Laborelec een overzicht geven over de vooruitgang van het Houtpellets Kopers Initiatief voor duurzaamheid & specificaties voor industriële houtpellets.
Voor meer informatie en om uw team te registreren voor de conferentie en de site te bezoeken gaat u naar de officiële event pagina op http://www.cmtevents.com/aboutevent.aspx?ev=120208.
*Translated by ODE-Vlaanderen medewerker
Amsterdam gearing up for Biomass Boom
Jan 13th
The increased focus on renewable energy and new Dutch government proposals that will see the use of some biomass mandatory in the country’s coal-fired power stations by 2022 is expected to lead to a boom in biomass traffic in Dutch ports such as Amsterdam. Currently, Dutch ports handle around 1.5million tonnes of biomass annually, but due to the forecast growing demand for the alternative energy source in North European countries, the figure is expected to increase to about 13.5million tonnes by 2020.
The MD of the Commercial Department of Port of Amsterdam, Koen Overtoom, estimated that by 2020, The Netherlands, Germany, Scandinavia and the UK will require 15Million tones of biomass a year. As a result, the port of Amsterdam will acquire a significant market share in the north-west European market for biomass transhipment, said Overtoom.
With this backdrop, CMT’s is pleased to be hosting 3rd Biomass Trade and Power on 23-24 Feb 2012 to be held in Brussels focussing on the evolving Biomass commodity market especially in the EU region. The conference also features an exclusive Pre-Conference Site Visit on 22 February 2012 to Rodenhuize Power Station, located in Ghent, Belgium. This site visit is especially arranged for and opened for bookings on first-come-first basis to the conference registered delegates only.
Register your team now or email hafizah@cmtsp.com.sg
Read complete article here.
Tolaram of Singapore Plans Biomass Power, Heat Plant in Estonia
Dec 14th
Singapore’s Tolaram Group plans to build a heat and power plant in Kehra, northern Estonia estimated to cost 30 million euros ($41 million). The annual capacity of the plant is planned at 108 gigawatt-hours of thermal energy and 63 GWh of electric energy. The aim is to launch the plant by the end of 2014, commented Sonny Aswani, the company’s managing director. Tolaram is preparing the project in cooperation with Estonia’s state-owned energy group Eesti Energia and will be finalizing investment decisions in 2012.The energy produced by the cogeneration plant will be used by Horizon Pulp and Paper also owned by Tolaram.
Global demand for Biomass is rapidly growing , especially in Europe. As fuel stock for power and heat, biomass investment has been hailed to be more lucrative than any other renewable – offering higher yields, earlier returns and greater potential for economies of scale. CMT’s 3rd Biomass Trade and Power, 22-24 Feb 2012 to be held in Brussels emphasizes the Global Biomass Trade & Power generation growth and opportunities in regions like EU, UK, Asia & US.
The details of speakers’ topics and sessions are currently being finalized and will be available soon. Meanwhile one can email Ms. Hafizah at hafizah@cmtsp.com.sg to Pre-register interest .
UK incentives to boost companies generating electricity from Biomass – Drax expected to soar high!
Oct 31st
As reported by Bloomberg, U.K. incentives are boosting biomass power. On 21 Oct, 2011 the Department for Energy and Climate Change has proposed doubling the tradable ROCs, or Renewables Obligation Certificates, given to enhanced biomass co-firing plants. The proposals, which will take effect in April 2013, or April 2014 aimed at ensuring the U.K. meets its European Union target of getting 15 percent of all energy for heat, power and transportation from renewable energy in 2020.
Inevitably, this would allow some of the thermal power plants, which have converted to biomass, to boost their production. Drax, owner of the UK’s biggest coal-fired power station, hopes by 2016 to use biomass for 50% of the output from its 2GW operation. Drax will increase its use of co-firing biomass thanks to the increased incentives commented Dorothy Thompson, Chief Executive Officer of Drax. She added that an additional uplift on the proposed level could further the opportunity for burning more biomass. It is now poised to source half its fuel from Biomass.She commented that is not surprising if biomass is going to become an increasingly important commodity and will eventually replace fossil fuels. Drax is expected to soar higher if high subsidies for enhancing co- firing are introduced.
Many Biomass power plants have been approved in the UK early this year implying the increased competition for biomass-generated power. Against this backdrop, CMT’s 3rd Biomass Trade and Power, 23-24 Feb 2012 in Brussels aims to share insights on Global Biomass Trade & Power Generation Growth in EU, in particular UK region. Finalized program details will be released shortly . Meanwhile one can email Ms. Hafizah at hafizah@cmtsp.com.sg to Pre-register interest or send in enquiries.
PT Trenergy Biomasse Indonesia to host and sponsor Networking Reception for Speakers & Delegates at 2nd Biomass Pellets Trade Asia
Sep 6th
With the 2nd Biomass Pellets Trade Asia conference in Seoul just a day away, we are pleased to announce that
will host and sponsor a Networking Reception for Speakers & Delegates at the end Day 1, 7th September.
Following a successful inaugural event last year which attracted over 120 participants, Biomass Pellets Trade Asia is meeting for the second time on 7-8 September 2011 in Seoul.
With “Gear up for Asia’s Growing Biomass Demand for Power Generation” & “Global Buyers & Asia Sellers Meet” as its dual themes, the landmark summit promises an exciting and jam-packed agenda with vital sessions that will address all your biomass trade business concerns.
So, join your industry peers as they embark on a 2-day journey at the Sheraton Grande Walkerhill Hotel and make trade happen!
1 week left to meet leading biomass industry players at 2nd Biomass Pellets Trade Asia
Aug 29th
Decision-makers of power plant operators, biomass feedstock producers, biomass/power traders, will be convening in Seoul for the 2nd Biomass Pellets Trade Asia conference on 7-8 September 2011.
While obtaining industry updates was one of their key reasons to attend, many participants revealed that they were also looking forward to create new collaborations with the key stakeholders in the Asian Biomass industry. Please refer to the attendee profiles below.
Attendees by Industry Segment
Attendees by Country
With the registration deadline approaching, interested parties are strongly encouraged to confirm their participation for the 2nd Biomass Pellets Trade Asia conference before seats sell out. On that note, sign up in teams of 3 or more to enjoy a special group discount.
“제 2회 아시아 바이오매스 펠릿 컨퍼런스 in 서울” 의 발표자들을 소개합니다.
Aug 21st
이번 9월 7일, 8일 서울에서 개최되는 CMT의 제 2회 아시아바이오매스 펠릿 트레이드의 새 발표자들을 소개합니다.
새롭게 추가된 발표자들과 그 주제는 다음과 같습니다.
- 전력회사의 바이오매스에 대한 전망 및 계획 (노용균, 한국동서발전)
- 팜 바이오매스의 전망 (Mr. Chia Lik Khai, QL Resources Berhad)
- 뉴질랜드의 최상급 우드펠릿, 그 적용과 이익 (Mr. Peter Kernohan, Solid Energy New Zealand Ltd)
- 글로벌 바이오매스 펠릿팅의 발전과 동향 (Mr. Richard Hickey, Andritz)
다른 발표자들 또한 소개합니다.
- 임상섭 과장, 산림청 목재생산과
- 한규성 협회장, 한국펠릿연료협회
- Dr. Martin Junginger, Assistant Professor, University of Utrecht
- Mr. Kunio Wakiwaka, Mitsui & Co
- Mr. Albert Law, Business Development Manager, Global Green Synergy Sdn. Bhd
- Mr. Rickard Frithiof, Analyst, Poyry Management Consulting (Singapore) Pte. Ltd.
- Mr. Andrea Alessandrini, Director, PT Trenergy Biomasse Indonesia
- Dr. Carl Kukkonen, CEO, Viaspace Inc.
- Ing. George van Bommel, Senior Energy Systems Consultant , BioTorTech BV
- Ms. Ooi Suan Kim, Director, Builders Biomass Sdn Bhd
- Mr. Jarrod Waring, Business Development Manager, Plantation Energy Australia Pty Ltd
- Ms. Mieke Vandewal, Marketing Manager Fuels, Control Union Nederland
위의 확정된 발표자들의 정보나 컨퍼런스 행사일정표, 그리고 등록절차는 아래의 주소에서 참고 하실 수 있습니다.
http://www.futureenergyevents.com/biomass/2nd-biomass-pellets-trade-asia/conference-schedule/
Explore possibilities of exporting biomass in Asia to feed Europe’s growing demand and more at 2nd Biomass Pellets Trade Asia!
Aug 12th
While Denmark was an early mover on green growth, Korea is a fast mover, so said Danish Climate and Energy Minister Lykke Friis.
The two countries formed a “Green Growth Alliance,” under which they will collaborate on developing eco-friendly technologies and adopt joint action plans, when President Lee Myung-bak visited Copenhagen in May.
A broad range of initiatives will encourage a shift to biomass in the power plans of major cities, increase consumption of renewable energy, and promote more efficiency energy use. Initiative include biomass and biogas, wind power, intelligent energy networks, energy efficiency and research, development and demonstration activities.
(Source: Korea Times, 28 June 2011)
Korea is now a fast mover in the biomass industry. The Korean Government unveiled a $38 billion ”Green New Deal” plan to stimulate job creation and revitalize the economy. The plan involves 9 core projects and 27 rotating projects which are expected to create 960,000 new jobs during 2009-2012. The Korean Government has also committed to a fiscal investment of 2 percent of GDP per year for the implementation of the five-year plan.
Under the ambitious “Energy Strategy 2050” policy roadmap, Denmark aims to be fully independent of fossil fuels by 2050. Being a role model for Korea, as well as in taking the path toward a green economy, Denmark is a key market in the biomass world.
2nd Biomass Pellets Trade Asia, to be held on 7-8 September in Seoul, will explore the possibilities of exporting biomass in Asia to feed Europe’s growing demand. Sessions featuring Europe’s experience and technological prowess are also included in this 1.5 day event in Korea.
Click here to see Europe related topics and speakers or email hafizah@cmtsp.com.sg for more information on registration.
Biomass for Power Generation – Hot topic to be explored at 2nd Biomass Pellets Trade Asia in Seoul!
Aug 3rd
The Korea Forest Service signed an agreement on ligneous biomass energy development and promotion with Korea East West Power Co. on June 16.
The agreement aims to stably supply by-product materials of forest such as wood pellets to the power generation sector, the Korea Forest Service said.
The Korea Forest Service is planning to collect biomass and expand overseas forest resources. Furthermore, the organization aims to push for a project to form forests in waterside areas which will produce wood which will be used as an energy source.
(Source: Forest Business Network)
Obtain more insights from Mr. Sang Seop Lim, Director, Timber Product & Utilization Division from Korea Forest Service when he delivers his key presentation at 2nd Biomass Pellets Trade Asia on 7-8 Sep, 2011 in Seoul. The topic Mr. Sang will address is:
Requirement for Biomass (Agricultural & Forestry Waste, Wood Pellet, etc) for Power Generation & Industrial Cogeneration – South Korea
Besides above Korean perspective, there will be 2 other separate presentations on China, plus one on Japan to be delivered by aSenior Representative from Mitsui & Co.
In addition, sessions featuring Rise of Palm Kernel Shells for Power Generation and Operational Experience in Biomass Utilization in Power Generation & Cogeneration are also included in this 1.5 day event.
CMT’s 2nd Biomass Pellets Trade Asia is calling for all stakeholders in the value chain of the “biomass to power generation” to come to Seoul this September to make this “Global Buyers & Asia Sellers Meet” happen.
Click here for more information on the rest of speakers and topics line-up for 2nd Biomass Pellets Trade Asia.
