Posts Tagged: Bioenergy
2014 Hawai'i Workshop Presentations Now Available
Wood Utilization in Hawai'i: From Bioenergy to Buildings
July 14, 2014 and July 22, 2014
Background
The Woody Biomass Utilization Group recently hosted two workshops in Hawai'i. The first was held in Hilo on July 14, 2014, and the second in Wailuku on July 22, 2014. These workshops focused on types of wood biomass products and wood utilization opportunities available to forest operations there. The presenters included specialists from UC Berkeley, the University of Hawaii, and USDA R5 State and Private Forestry.
Agenda
Bioenergy Overview
- Fundamentals of Bioenergy – John Shelly, UC Berkeley
- Public Funding Opportunities – Larry Swan, USDA R5 State and Private Forestry
- Considerations for Successful Bioenergy Facilities – John Shelly, UC Berkeley
Hawaii Energy
- Overview – Scott Turn, Hawaii Natural Energy Institute, University of Hawaii – Manoa
- Biomass Fuel Resources – Scott Turn, Hawaii Natural Energy Institute, University of Hawaii – Manoa
- Facilitated Discussion of Local Bioenergy Potential – Moderator: John Shelly, University of California, Berkeley
Wood Properties and Market Integration
- Higher Value Properties of Wood – John Shelly, UC Berkeley
- Challenges to Entering New Markets – John Shelly, UC Berkeley
Please visit the workshop information page to download and view the presentations above. Recordings of the proceedings will soon be made available through our Youtube page.
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Webinar: Biomass-fuelled district heating systems in Belgium
2:00-3:00 PM PDT, Tuesday June 3, 2014
Connection Information:
Join us Online:
http://uc-d.adobeconnect.com/districtheating/
or by Phone:
Canada & US Toll Free: (866) 740-1260
Toll Number: (303) 248-0285
Access Code: 6653518
Background
The UC Woody Biomass Group will be hosting a webinar presentation on Tuesday, June 3 2014, by Dr. Ouafik El Kasmioui from the University of Antwerp. Dr. Kasmioui will cover status of district heating in Flanders, an assessment of the techno-economic feasibility of district heating projects, and introduce some regional case-studies.
About the Presenter
Dr. Ouafik Kasmioui is a postdoctoral researcher at the University of Antwerp. He is currently working on the techno-economic feasibility of decentralized biomass conversion technologies with regards to each step of the process chain from the biomass resource to consumer energy delivery. His research interests include biomass conversion and biomass supply from a technical, environmental (LCA) and economic viewpoint; and the impact of (renewable energy) policy measures. Dr Kasimioui has also worked on the economic feasibility of different biomass conversion technologies and the financial, energetic and ecological feasibility of short rotation woody crops for electricity and heat with data gained from an operational SRC plantation that was established within the framework of a larger EU-funded project (POPFULL, http://webh01.ua.ac.be/popfull/).
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2014 USFS Wood to Energy Grant Program Overview
Friday May 15, 13:30 - 15:00
Background
The Woody Biomass Utilization Group hosted a webinar on the US Forest Service Wood to Energy Grant Program. As the deadline for submission is nigh, this webinar was dedicated to answering questions applicants developing proposals. The presenters included application reviewers from previous years as well as successful applicants from the region.
Recording
Agenda
Introduction and Objectives -- 5 min -- Peter Tittmann (UC Berkeley)
W2E Grant Program Overview -- 15 min -- Larry Swan (USFS R5 State and Private Forestry)
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Large file application upload link
Tips on a successful application -- 10 min -- Mark Knaebe (USFS Forest Products Lab)
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Repetition in the application is a negative, be kind to reviewers and site appropriate sections instead of repeating.
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Create text-searchable pdf applications. Generate pdf directly from the word processing program used (eg Word). Don't print ad scan
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Adjust image resolution to reduce file size
Case Studies:
Mik McKee: Sierra Institute for Community and Environment -- 10 min
“A compelling story with no holes”
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economically sound
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ecological impact
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letters of support
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feasibility studies
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financial pro-formas for a range of technologies
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how is your project innovative and viable?
Elissa Brown: North Fork Community Development Corporation -- 10 min
- Feasibility study may provide most of the information needed for the application
- Feasibility studies are critical
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2 bids for engineering services
- System Impact Study necessary for interconnection (Rule 21) PG&E does the work $40-50k but can be more or less.
- Proven technology and experienced management team.
Q&A -- 40 min
Presenter Contact Information & Links
Peter Tittmann UC Berkeley Center for Forestry (510) 665-3518 |
Mik McKee Sierra Institute for Community and Environment (530) 284-1022 |
Larry Swan US Forest Service Region 5 State and Private Forestry (707) 562-8917 |
Elissa Brown North Fork Community Development Corporation (559) 877-2432 |
Mark Knaebe USFS Forest Products Lab (608) 231 9422 |
Large file application: |
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Open Application Period for Wood Energy Development Assistance
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The Watershed Research and Training Center (WRTC), as administrator of the California Statewide Wood Energy Team (SWET), is now accepting applications for assistance for development of wood energy projects. SWET is a partnership formed with the ad hoc California Forest Biomass Working Group and funded through a Cooperative Agreement with the USDA Forest Service to provide early stage wood energy assistance to communities across the state of California.
If your organization, group, or community is interested in early-stage assistance with a current or future wood energy project, please visit www.cawoodenergy.org to learn more. The SWET will consider a variety of assistance including access to our network of information about site assessment, pre-feasibility and feasibility assessment, financing, and workshop and outreach assistance. There is also potential for limited reimbursement of cost of consultants. Assistance with other barriers to development will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
The SWET’s implementation members are experienced professionals representing a variety of fields including government, academia, non-governmental organizations and the private sector. SWET organizational partners include:
USDA Forest Service | University of California |
Watershed Research and Training Center | TSS Consultants |
Sierra Nevada Conservancy | The California Energy Commission |
CAL FIRE | Sierra Institute for Environment and Community |
To get started, the first step is to contact the team. Call or email Angie Lottes at 314-610-2237 or angie@thewatershedcenter.com. You will be asked to fill out a brief application (available at www.CAWoodEnergy.org). Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis and considered monthly. It should not take longer than two months for requests for assistance to be processed. Basic questions, information and networking requests will be considered immediately. Funds for assistance will be available until expended.
Download official announcement here
In accordance with Federal law and U.S. Department of Agriculture policy, this institution is prohibited from discriminating on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, or disability. To file a complaint of discrimination, write USDA, Director, Office of Civil Rights, Room 326-W, Whitten Building, 1400 Independence Avenue, SW, Washington, DC 20250-9410 or call (202) 720-5964 (voice and TDD). USDA is an equal opportunity provider and employer.
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New Website Updates: Power Plant and Past Workshop Information Pages
We've recently updated some of the most popular pages on the UC Woody Biomass Utilization Website, adding new features to improve access and dissemination of new information in a timely manner.
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Power Plant Information Page
The new Power Plant map may look the same, but it is now a live interpretation of the most current data we have available, bringing a whole new meaning to "you'll know as soon as we know". The data is also available in a variety of formats at the bottom of the page. Raw data can now be accessed:
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Past Workshop Information Page
The Past Workshop Information page has been updated to give a more consistent feel and facilitate navigation. You can now sort through all of our past workshops by name, location, or presentation date.
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New Mailing List
We have also added a new mailing list subscription option on the navigation sidebar. If you are not already on our list, Sign up Today to receive information about upcoming workshops, new research pertaining to biomass, and lots more.
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What do you think about the new look? Anything else you'd like to see? Please Contact us or comment on the blog if you have any comments.
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