Restructuring Plan Expected to Reduce Debt by Approximately $1.0 Billion, Improve Profitability, and Better Position the Business for Long-Term Success
CHAR Tech Awarded $5 Million from Government of Canada
THOROLD, ONTARIO, March 8, 2024 - CHAR Technologies (“CHAR Tech” or the “Company”) (TSXV:YES), a leader in sustainable energy solutions, is pleased to announce a contribution of approximately $5.2 million from the Government of Canada’s Natural Resources Canada Clean Fuels Fund.
Exploring Solutions: Golden State Natural Resources' Wood Pellet Initiative in California's Forests
Golden State Natural Resources (GSNR) is embarking on a wood pellet project aimed at enhancing California's forest resilience by converting surplus biomass into pelletized fuel.
Ontario Investing $60 Million in Forest Biomass Program
The Government of Ontario is investing an additional $60 million in the Forest Biomass Program.
Partnership for Sustainability: Transforming Wood Waste into Bioresources with the Osoyoos Indian Band and Mercer Celgar
In Oliver, B.C., a notable collaboration between the Osoyoos Indian Band (OIB), Mercer Celgar (Celgar), and the Forest Enhancement Society of BC (FESBC) is underway.
Ontario Supporting Growth and Innovation in the Forest Sector
Province providing over $9.4 million to 14 forest biomass projects in Northwest Ontario
Japan's thirst for biomass is having a harmful impact on Canada's forests
When you walk through a fresh clearcut in British Columbia, you are surrounded by a “one-dimensional, dead landscape,” says Michelle Connolly of Conservation North, a volunteer conservation group based in the Canadian province.
Grand Lake Timber’s Biomass Boiler Upgrade Powers Up: A Leap Towards Renewable Energy
The Chipman Sawmill is celebrating the commission of a new biomass boiler which will significantly reduce fossil fuel consumption and contribute to a sustainable future.
Vapo Terra sells the Turenki pellet factory to Versowood Oy
Neova Oy's subsidiary Vapo Terra Oy and Versowood Oy have agreed on a business sale and purchase agreement whereby Vapo Terra sells the Turenki pellet factory to Versowood Oy.
What is Biomass Energy?
The paper and wood products industry is part of a circular value chain that prides itself on sustainable practices. We’re a crucial part of the climate solution.
Ontario Names Funding Recipients of Forest Biomass Program
The Ontario government is investing more than $1.5 million in 15 research, innovation and modernization initiatives that will develop the untapped economic potential and environmental benefit of new and emerging uses of underutilized wood and mill by-products, collectively known as forest biomass.
Ontario Supporting Innovation in the Forest Sector
Province investing $1.5 million in 15 projects supporting new and emerging uses of forest biomass
Houston Pellet plant temporarily closes amid raw material supply struggles
The Houston pellet plant in B.C., co-owned by Canfor, Drax, and the Witset First Nation, is temporarily closing due to reduced raw material supply following the Canfor sawmill shutdown.
Enviva at a Crossroads: Navigating Choppy Waters Amid Financial Challenges and Leadership Shifts
Enviva Inc. released its financial and operating results for the third quarter of 2023, highlighting a net loss of $85.2 million, a comprehensive review of its capital structure to enhance financial position, and a realignment of leadership.
Grenada to create wood pellet production facility with major capital investment
Highland Grenada, an affiliate of Highlands Pellets LLC, set its sights on Grenada with the acquisition of the former GP OSB site — a 144-acre expanse that will soon become the city’s inaugural green energy project and wood pellet producer.
Burning questions surround biomass-based removals
October 23 - As part of developing a biomass strategy, the UK government asked a group of experts to look at whether using forest biomass for bioenergy with carbon capture and storage (BECCS) could deliver net permanent removal of carbon dioxide from the atmosphere.
As Virginia tries to figure out biomass’ carbon footprint, limited data poses problems
As a Department of Forestry workgroup tries to determine the carbon footprint of biomass, the woody materials burned to generate electricity, it is running into problems obtaining information from Dominion Energy on how the utility procures the different types of material it uses.
Metsä Tissue Kreuzau mill reduces CO2 emissions by two third of the annual mill emissions
According to the goal of Metsä Tissue, part of Metsä Group, to develop its Future Mill-concept, the company will aim to have fossil free mill fleet by 2030 and accordingly it has stopped using coal as an energy source in its Kreuzau’s mill.
DNR Announces Innovative Climate Resilience Partnership with Myno Carbon
We’re thrilled to announce our groundbreaking partnership with the Washington State Department of Natural Resources (DNR) to revolutionize carbon removal and forest health in Washington.
Mote Plans Second Biomass Plant
Downtown-based Mote Inc., which develops biomass plants to generate hydrogen fuel and sequester the carbon dioxide byproduct, is planning a second biomass plant – this one in the Sacramento area.
Enviva Welcomes the U.K. Biomass Strategy
Strategy underscores the important role of sustainable biomass to support the country’s energy security and path to net zero.
P.E.I.'s new forestry commission lists 5 ways to modernize how wood becomes energy
P.E.I.'s six-month-old forestry commission has released its recommendations on the province's biomass sector, which turns plant material including waste wood and wood chips into energy.