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 …
This scientific article investigates the impact of various storage conditions on the physicochemical properties of three types of agro-biomass pellets: sunflower husks, wheat straw and hemp hurds, and wood pellets. The experiments were conducted in a climatic chamber that simulates real-world storage environments, including high air humidity and fluctuating ambient temperatures. The findings revealed a …
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Doug Hooper, Director of Policy and Regulations at Advanced Biofuels Canada, discussed the Clean Fuels Regulation (CFR) in the Arc Energy Institute podcast. The CFR, effective since July 1, 2023, mandates a 2% annual reduction in gasoline and diesel carbon intensity, targeting a 15% reduction by 2030, with biofuels playing a crucial role. He also …
Canadian Biofuels: Clean Fuel Regulation, Competitiveness and Budget 2024 Read More »
Decarbonization is leading the shift towards renewable feedstocks, which are vastly different from traditional fossil feedstocks. Understanding and optimizing these new feedstocks in renewable fuels production requires the expertise of analytical chemistry. This recent episode discussed the complexities and analysis techniques for renewable feedstocks, such as fatty acids, waste oil and fats, pyrolysis oils, and …
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This Topsoe Podcast episode, featuring Alastair Blanchard, Director for SAF at the ICF Consultancy, addresses various questions surrounding renewable feedstocks, including biogenic feedstocks and feedstocks for e-fuels. Are feedstocks truly the most significant bottleneck? What are the primary risks associated with feedstocks? Are regulations regarding feedstocks too strict or too moderate? Listen to the Episode …
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The B.C. Centre for Innovation and Clean Energy (CICE) is launching a July 2024 call for innovation focused on advancing the development, commercialization and adoption of clean energy and climate solutions in B.C. CICE will award up to $10 million in non-dilutive investment to innovators aligned with the following priority areas: Low Carbon Hydrogen – …
B.C. Centre for Innovation and Clean Energy: Call for Innovation Read More »
The Forest Enhancement Society of BC (FESBC) continues to accept applications to fund forest enhancement projects year-round. In the Provincial Government’s Budget 2024, FESBC was entrusted with $60 million in funding; $20 million will be allocated annually over the next three years. Projects to receive funding are those whose primary goal is wildfire risk reduction, …
BC Bioenergy Network (BCBN) invites you to the fourth annual 2024 BC Bioenergy Sector Awards. These awards recognize leaders who have made meaningful contributions to advance bioenergy research, policy, innovation and sector building in British Columbia. Mark your calendars for the virtual ceremony, which will take place on Friday, October 25th, 2024. Nominations for the 2024 BC …
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The Value of Biogas West, Canada’s premier biogas & RNG conference, is returning to Vancouver on October 7 – 9, 2024. Join the Canadian Biogas Association for two full days of programming, an expanded exhibit space, and ample networking opportunities. The Call for Abstracts is now open. To learn more and submit your abstract, click here. …
Highbury Energy Inc. announced a project study aimed at replacing natural gas in British Columbia’s energy-intensive pulp mill process with renewable fuel gas (RFG). This is a pioneering move in the forest industry to convert waste biomass into renewable fuels while promoting fuel-switching in other industries to reduce carbon emissions further. The company will conduct a comprehensive …
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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.
