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New Federal Biofuels Program Levels Playing Field for Canadian Producers and Farmers

Advanced Biofuels Canada (ABFC) welcomes the new federal program introducing a per‑litre production credit and proposed updates to the Clean Fuel Regulations. This is a crucial step to restore competitiveness for Canadian biofuel producers, support feedstock markets (such as canola), and help facilities restart or scale up their capacity. “The U.S. Inflation Reduction Act … …

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Clean Growth Hub Newsletter: Issue 27

The Federal Clean Growth Hub’s latest newsletter highlights funding and regulatory updates relevant to Canada’s low-carbon transition, including: The first carbon offset credits issued under Canada’s GHG Offset Credit System for landfill gas recovery are a promising model for biogas and RNG developers; Expanded training support for 10,000+ workers in clean energy, including skills for …

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Biomass Canada Newsletter

Biomass Canada’s latest newsletter highlights innovation and momentum in Canada’s bioeconomy: Dr. Jinguang Hu shares insights on photorefineries producing hydrogen, biochemicals, and carbon storage; Ten advanced pyrolysis units deployed in Saskatchewan to convert ag waste into biochar; First Nations-led biorefinery in Ontario targets SAF and renewable diesel from woody biomass; New online courses now available …

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Canadian Biofuels Reach Major Milestones Despite Challenges

Canada’s biofuels sector hit new highs in 2024. Ethanol use rose to 4.2 billion litres, and biomass-based diesel reached nearly 1.5 billion litres. These fuels achieved carbon intensities up to 86% lower than fossil fuels, cutting national GHG emissions by 13.3 million tonnes. Biofuel blending also reduced wholesale fuel costs by $1.25 billion. Policy stability …

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Biogas Västra Skaraborg Kicks Off Construction on Landmark BioLNG Plant

The official groundbreaking ceremony for Biogas Västra Skaraborg in Vara, Sweden, marks the start of a new biogas-to-bioLNG facility. The plant will process about 370,000 tonnes of manure and agricultural residues annually, producing up to 70 GWh of biomethane per year. Utilizing EnviTec’s upgrading technology and Nordsol’s liquefaction systems, the project aims to supply bioLNG for …

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B.C. Finalizes Carbon Capture and Sequestration Protocol

On August 6, 2025, the province of British Columbia officially finalized and published the Carbon Capture and Sequestration Protocol (CCSP) under the Greenhouse Gas Industrial Reporting and Control Act. The CCSP provides a framework to quantify both greenhouse gas emission reductions and removal enhancements from carbon capture projects in B.C. It applies to projects that: Inject and …

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Arbios Plans to Scale Up Bio-Oil Production

Arbios Biotech plans to scale up commercial bio-oil production at its Chuntoh Ghuna facility in Prince George, using hydrothermal liquefaction to convert forest residuals into renewable fuels. The company is considering adding another process line, optimizing feedstocks, and targeting the marine and aviation markets. Developed in partnership with the Lheidli T’enneh First Nation, the facility …

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North Island First Nations Explore Free Trade With U.S. Indigenous Communities

In response to ongoing U.S. tariffs on softwood lumber, the Nanwakolas Council is working to establish a nation-to-nation free trade agreement with Indigenous communities in the U.S. Citing the Jay Treaty and recent legal advances, the initiative seeks to strengthen Indigenous economic sovereignty and bypass federal trade barriers. Read More

WPAC Promotes Dr. Fahimeh Yazdan Panah to Associate Executive Director

BCBN congratulates Dr. Fahimeh Yazdan Panah on her promotion to Associate Executive Director of the Wood Pellet Association of Canada. Since joining WPAC in 2019, she has led research, technical development, and international collaboration efforts to advance the pellet sector. Read More

Regulatory Update: EnviroApps Granted Equivalency Certificate by Transport Canada

BCBN congratulates EnviroApps Inc. on receiving an Equivalency Certificate from Transport Canada for electronic TDG Shipping Documents. This achievement eliminates the need for individual certificates for their clients, significantly reducing administrative burden and accelerating digital document adoption. This milestone reflects Transport Canada’s commitment to innovation, safety, and regulatory modernization, which are key enablers of a more efficient …

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Tasha Booth

Project Director

Tasha Booth comes with a strong background in developing and managing educational programs in the non-profit sector. Currently, at BC Bioenergy Network, she leads curriculum development for micro-credential courses, overseeing each project from concept through launch and ongoing improvement. She collaborates with subject matter experts to ensure content quality and manages all aspects of project execution, including partnerships, timelines, budgets, and reporting.

Previously, as a Continuing Education Coordinator at Engineers and Geoscientists BC, Tasha developed programs in environmental sustainability, mining, and equity, diversity, and inclusion. Her experience spans university and regulatory settings, focusing on collaboration, innovation, and building strategic partnerships. Tasha is passionate about creating impactful learning experiences that support professional growth. She holds a Business Administration degree from BCIT.

Petra Srutkova​

Business and Marketing Manager

Petra graduated from the Czech University of Life Sciences in 2016 with a Master’s Degree in Sustainable Rural Development in Tropics and Subtropics. She worked for the Czech Development Agency as a grants administrator for projects in the Czech Republic and partnering countries. In this role, Petra facilitated collaboration among the government, NGOs, and the academic sector, supporting initiatives that promoted awareness of development cooperation and capacity building. Her work took her to Moldova and Zambia.

As an adrenaline and safety enthusiast, Petra completed “Survival Training for Journalists and Humanitarian Aid Workers,” organized by the Czech Armed Forces. She later moved to Vancouver in 2019, where she enjoyed exploring Canadian nature and engaging in sports. Passionate about travelling and animal rights, she continues to seek new experiences.

Currently, as the Business and Marketing Manager at BC Bioenergy Network, Petra oversees marketing and communications, events, finances, reporting, and administration.

Ralohn Hunt

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.

Paul Austin

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.

Scott Stanners

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 B.C. 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 Columbia in 2022.

David Bennett​

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.

Vivian Kan

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.

Dave Schick

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.