Latest Biofuels and bio-energy product news
The fuels powering the diesel engine have undergone considerable development during its 119 year long history. So much so that today, even the fuel we traditionally, if somewhat simplistically, refer to as ‘diesel’ is beginning to make way for alternatives with a smaller environmental footprint, such as biogas and DME. Time to examine what it is all about.
One might say that diesel is somewhat misunderstood and has received more than its fair share of criticism from an environmental perspect... [more]
The Bio Fire Collection from Indian Ocean includes new nice designs. These innovative Fire Places are fuelled by Bio Ethanol a clean burning eco-conscious choice that produces no emissions, so there is no need for a chimney or extraction mechanism.
The Indian Ocean Bio Fires provide the ancient comforts of a traditional fire without compromising contemporary style. The fireplaces are easy and flexible to install and generate beautifully ambient flames.
They are the perfect solution for a ... [more]
BHSL's new Top Loader stores, moves and dispenses up to 150 tonnes of biomass or other agricultural and waste products per day. It is driven by two 2.2kW motors, which operate via a programmable logic controller (PLC) using BHSL proprietary software.
Compared with moving floors and walking floors, the Top Loader is extremely energy efficient. With energy savings of up to 60% and simplified maintenance due to moving parts being located overhead, the Top Loader offers cost savings of up to 40%... [more]
Oil Firing Technical Association (OFTEC) has published a provisional fuel specification for a bio-liquid blend. Now that a provisional standard has been agreed, oil companies, distributors and government will all be consulted on how to make the fuel commercially available at the right price for consumers. Part of this process will involve a political and press campaign by OFTEC to persuade the government that bio-liquids should be eligible for payments under the Renewable Heat Incentive from Oct... [more]
Hosted by the Biotechnology Industry Organization, the 2011 BIO International Convention will feature a series of high-level panels examining the spectrum of biotechnology advancements. These sessions will address pressing global industrial and environmental issues from the research and development of advanced biofuels to reducing greenhouse gas emissions. The Convention will be held June 27-30, 2011 in Washington, D.C. at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center.
During educational breakou... [more]
Verso Paper Corp. has announced the launch of a $40 million Renewable Energy Project at its Bucksport, Maine mill. This project will provide a 43% increase in thermal energy production from renewable biomass at the Bucksport Mill and will generate additional green power – equivalent to the amount needed to supply electricity to 30,000 Maine households.
The Bucksport Mill will achieve these energy efficiency improvements by replacing coal with biomass in the #8 Boiler and installing a new 25-m... [more]
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