BC Bioenergy Network is a proud sponsor of BC-SMART. The June newsletter summarizes key points from the detailed Biojet/Sustainable Aviation Fuels (SAF) Report authored for IEA Bioenergy Task 39, with BC-SMART’s assistance. Members of the BC-SMART Secretariat highlighted the crucial role of technology and enabling policies, with BC and Canada well-positioned through their Low Carbon Fuel Standard (LCFS) and …
The B.C. Ministry of Environment and Climate Change Strategy released a draft of the Carbon Capture and Sequestration (CCS) Protocol in September 2023, available here. The consultation period ended on December 14, 2023, but feedback is still being considered. The Ministry thanks all contributors for their valuable input. For a summary of the feedback received, read …
Update on B.C.’s Carbon Capture and Sequestration Protocol Read More »
Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC) published the first Clean Fuel Regulations (CFR) Credit Market Report to present data on the compliance credit market, summarize data on credit creation between June 21, 2022, and December 31, 2023, and data on credit transfers between June 30, 2023, and May 31, 2024. A PDF version is available …
First Credit Market Report for Clean Fuel Regulations Published Read More »
ECCC provided information for low-carbon intensity fuel producers clarifying using used cooking oil (UCO) as a feedstock: Criteria Clarification: For UCO feedstock, ensure it is classified as Type 2 (waste product from an upstream processing operation) as per CFR subsection 46(1)(b)(v). Documentation Requirement: Maintain records like contracts, delivery records, and invoices to verify UCO sources. …
ECCC announced the formal publication of a new version of the Model, available on the webpage. The main changes brought to the Model since its formal publication in January 2023 are described in the document Main changes made to the Fuel Life Cycle Assessment Model in June 2024. In order to use the new version of the …
New Version of the Government of Canada’s Fuel Life Cycle Assessment Model Read More »
Take a moment to read the latest issue of the Clean Growth Hub Newsletter and stay informed of the latest developments in the clean tech sector. The mission of the Hub is to assist Canadian clean tech developers and adopters in finding support for their businesses and projects. This newsletter offers the most recent updates …
Clean Growth Hub Newsletter: Issue 22, June 2024 Read More »
Dive into the latest release of IEA Bioenergy T39 Bioenergy News, featuring an article on Biofuels production and development in the United States, along with more information on the upcoming BBEST & IEA Bioenergy Conference scheduled for October in Brazil. Over the past few decades, emissions from transportation have steadily risen, increasing by roughly 19% …
There is a common belief that prescribed burning, thinning trees, and clearing underbrush reduce the risk and severity of future fires. But is that true? Researchers delved into the scientific literature for a closer look. Spoiler alert: the answer is “yes.” Proactive ecological forest management can change how fires behave and reduce wildfire severity under …
Comprehensive Science Review Shows Fuel Treatments Reduce Future Wildfire Severity Read More »
The Pacific Institute for Climate Solutions (PICS) launched an online Climate Insights Course to help professionals build knowledge to address climate change. The course is an up-to-date look at climate science and includes thoughtful perspectives on impacts and climate action. This short, interactive, and self-paced course consists of four distinct sections covering climate science, climate …
Pacific Institute for Climate Solutions Launched an Online Climate Insights Course Read More »
LanzaTech, the carbon recycling company transforming waste carbon into sustainable fuels, chemicals, and materials, and LanzaJet, a leading sustainable fuels technology company and fuels producer, are launching CirculAir, a new joint offering to convert waste, carbon, and renewable power into SAF and immediately accelerate decarbonization of the aviation industry globally. CirculAir is a breakthrough offering that provides an economical …
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Business and Marketing Administrator
Petra graduated from the Czech University of Life Sciences in 2016 with a Master’s Degree in Sustainable Rural Development in Tropics and Subtropics. Petra was employed by the Czech Development Agency as a grants administrator for projects in Czech Republic and partnering countries. Petra facilitated collaboration between the government, NGOs and the academic sector and supported projects that raised awareness about cooperation and capacity building. Petra’s work took her to Moldova and Zambia. As an adrenalin and safety enthusiast, Petra received instruction in “Survival training for journalist and humanitarian aid workers” organized by the Czech Armed Forces. Petra moved to Vancouver in 2019 and is enjoying Canadian nature and sports. She is passionate about travelling and animal rights. As Business and Marketing Administrator at BC Bioenergy Network, Petra manages marketing and communications, events, finances, reporting and administration.
Project Director
Growing up on an orchard in the Okanagan, Ralohn cultivated a strong interest for sustainability and natural systems that sparked a seven-year career as an environmental professional in the energy industry. Throughout his experience at a consultancy firm, he built a proven track record of delivering small and large-scale projects on time and within budget for over 30 clients on 50+ projects. He completed a Master of Engineering Leadership in Green Bio-Products from the University of British Columbia in 2017 and holds a bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science from the University of Calgary. As Project Director, he will support and deliver on the advancement of renewable and bio-based products through collaboration with BC Bioenergy Network’s community of businesses and innovators.
In addition to his passion for the bioeconomy and sustainability, Ralohn is an avid biker, adventurer and volunteer for a variety of personal and professional interests.
Director
Paul is a Business and Corporate Development Executive in advanced technology enabled infrastructure projects, systems, products and services.
Paul has worked throughout the Americas, Europe and Asia in private and public sectors, as well as not-for-profit organizations. Building international commercial alliances and investment relationships has been his focus while working for the Federal Government of Canada and its affiliates, in addition to executive roles with several foreign multi-nationals and Canadian corporations, including Mitsubishi Corporation, Hughes Aircraft Company, Telus and MDSI Mobile Data Systems Inc. Currently, Paul is with Fort Capital Partners, a Vancouver based boutique investment bank serving clients’ advisory and capital raising needs across a broad spectrum of industries. Prior to joining Fort Capital, Paul served as Regional Director for Sustainable Development Technology Canada (SDTC), a $1B+ foundation created by the Government of Canada focusing upon demonstration of pre-commercial technologies to deliver cleaner air, water, soil and reduction in greenhouse gases. Paul maintains a global network of corporate strategic, institutional and family office venture capital investors and government agencies and connects investors with private Canadian companies seeking growth capital.
Paul graduated from Queens University in Economics and completed an executive marketing program at UCLA. He loves living and learning in Vancouver, a leading centre for knowledge-based industries that is coupled with unsurpassed variety and access to outdoor activities in the Pacific Northwest.
Director
Dr. Scott Stanners has worked for over fifteen years in bioenergy technology evaluation and investment and has grown a 4,000+ network in the bioenergy sector. Scott serves as Executive Director at BC Bioenergy Network, a not-for-profit funding agency that has invested over $20 million in first-of-its-kind bioenergy demonstrations in BC. Scott previously worked for a US-based technology marketing company and a Canadian engineering and management consulting company.
Scott is past-President of Pacific Energy Innovation Association; Managing Director of West Coast Bioenergy Guild; former Board Member at Canada, Australia & New Zealand Business Association; and Advisor at Eagle Energy. Scott has contributed as a mentor in the BC Innovation Council New Ventures Competition and Connecting Environmental Professionals, and as an interviewer for the Doctor of Medicine Program at UBC. Scott was awarded a PhD and a Graduate Certificate in Innovation and Enterprise from the University of Sydney, Australia in 2008, a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Calgary in 2000, and a professional master of Business Administration from the University of British Colombia in 2022.
Director
David A. Bennett is Director, Renewable Gas and Low Carbon Fuels for FortisBC Energy Inc.
He is responsible for providing leadership to growing our renewable energy portfolio, which is a key component focused on our transition to a low-carbon future. In his former role he was responsible for all corporate and customer communications and public affairs including municipal, provincial and federal government and indigenous relations, including managing FortisBC’s consultation on its major infrastructure projects.
David has been involved in the energy industry for over 30 years, holding positions with Shell Canada, Westcoast Energy and FortisBC. During that time, his roles have included work in marketing and customer service, gas supply, business development, energy efficiency and conservation programs, public affairs and communications.
David is a Director on the Surrey Board of Trade, the Private Sector Co-Chair of the Pacific Northwest Economic Region, a member of the Executive Committee and Policy Chair of the National Electricity Roundtable and Chair of the Invasive Species Council of British Columbia.
David holds a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Victoria with a double major in economics and computer science.
Director
Vivian Kan is a Director in the Cleantech Practice at BDC Capital Inc. Vivian has over 15 years of experience in business development, structuring, risk analysis, and commercial and corporate finance. She has helped some of Canada’s top exporters and emerging global entrepreneurs in sectors ranging from cleantech, oil and gas, mining, transportation, infrastructure, light manufacturing, life sciences, aerospace, forestry pulp and paper, and consumer products. Vivian holds a Bachelor of Commerce and Bachelor of Arts in International Relations from the University of Calgary and has completed the Certificate in Carbon Finance from the University of Toronto’s Centre for Environment.
Chairperson
Dave Schick is the Vice President of the Canadian Fuels Association. He has worked in the downstream energy business for over 30 years, primarily for a major integrated oil company in a variety of government relations, marketing, systems development, planning and finance roles, including his position as the Director of Policy and External Affairs at Parkland Fuel Corporation. Dave is active in the development of environmental policy at the federal, provincial and local levels. Recent activities include technical development of the Clean Fuel Standard and evolving the B.C. Low Carbon Fuel Standard to meet CleanBC targets. He has served as chair of the B.C. Used Oil Management Association for over 11 years.
