BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Biomass Connect - ECPv6.16.3//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.biomassconnect.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Biomass Connect REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Europe/London BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20220327T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20221030T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20230326T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20231029T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20240331T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20241027T010000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:UTC BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:UTC DTSTART:20210101T000000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Europe/Paris BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0200 TZNAME:CEST DTSTART:20220327T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0200 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:CET DTSTART:20221030T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0200 TZNAME:CEST DTSTART:20230326T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0200 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:CET DTSTART:20231029T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0200 TZNAME:CEST DTSTART:20240331T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0200 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:CET DTSTART:20241027T010000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230505T093000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230505T160000 DTSTAMP:20260604T171719 CREATED:20230426T123803Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230426T123935Z UID:10000053-1683279000-1683302400@www.biomassconnect.org SUMMARY:Welsh Farmers - Embracing New Ideas DESCRIPTION:Hosted by the European Innovation Partnership (EIP) Wales. EIP Wales have funded 46 on-farm projects across Wales\, working with over 200 farmers investigating a variety of different topics including: \n\nsoil and grassland\,\nanimal health\,\nbiodiversity\,\n air and water quality\,\ncarbon storage\,\nand genetics\,\n\nEIP has demonstrated the importance of farmers working closely with others within the agricultural sector. This exciting event will explore and discuss new ideas for on-farm research and how this can be embraced on Welsh farms. In this event farmers will discuss how they are putting new ideas into practice and how findings from research can have a positive impact on farming businesses. \nBiomass Connect staff members will be at this conference and we look forward to adding biomass crops to the discussion of the diversification and new technology options available to farmers and land managers! URL:https://www.biomassconnect.org/event/welsh-farmers-embracing-new-ideas/ LOCATION:Gregynog Hall\, Tregynon\, Newtown\, Powys\, SY16 3PL\, United Kingdom ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.biomassconnect.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/Calendar-Tiles.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230504T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230504T153000 DTSTAMP:20260604T171719 CREATED:20230403T095810Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230403T095810Z UID:10000043-1683194400-1683214200@www.biomassconnect.org SUMMARY:Agricultural Biochar Knowledge Exchange Event DESCRIPTION:A must-attend event for anyone with an interest in the role biochar will play in the future agricultural landscape. URL:https://www.biomassconnect.org/event/agricultural-biochar-knowledge-exchange/ LOCATION:Allerton Project Visitor Centre\, Loddington\, Leicesershire\, LE7 9XE\, United Kingdom ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.biomassconnect.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/Agri-Biochar.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230426T160000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230426T170000 DTSTAMP:20260604T171719 CREATED:20230419T080544Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230419T080544Z UID:10000047-1682524800-1682528400@www.biomassconnect.org SUMMARY:Webinar: Solid biofuel production & circular economy DESCRIPTION:WEBINAR – April 26 – Solid biofuel production & circular economy: \n👉 Type of solid biofuels & infrastructure needed\n👉 Costs & certification schemes\n👉 Success cases & ex of circular economy \nSAVE YOUR SEAT \n👉 https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/d3bc7286-0d19-4e6a-8527-1f0fbd7ad265@42dda70e-92cc-47b1-8798-51e5ab77a469 URL:https://www.biomassconnect.org/event/webinar-solid-biofuel/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:Webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.biomassconnect.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/Solid-biofuel-production-circular-economy.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230419 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230421 DTSTAMP:20260604T171719 CREATED:20230403T095135Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230403T095135Z UID:10000042-1681862400-1682035199@www.biomassconnect.org SUMMARY:Operational Optimisation DESCRIPTION:Operational Optimisation returns to Conference Aston on 19-20th April 2023.\nThis important\, technical event is designed specifically for operational decision-makers who need to drive performance excellence from their current waste to energy and biomass assets. \nBringing together over 100 attendees at the event last year\, it provides an unparalleled opportunity to share operational knowledge and provide updates on technology and system advances. With its accessible and enjoyable 1 evening plus 1 day structure\, Operational Optimisation facilitates highly valuable networking amongst technical and operational decision-makers enabling information exchange to drive performance excellence. URL:https://www.biomassconnect.org/event/operational-optimisation/ LOCATION:Conference Aston\, Aston University\, Birmingham\, B4 7ET\, United Kingdom ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.biomassconnect.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/Op-Opti.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230418 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230421 DTSTAMP:20260604T171719 CREATED:20221213T105504Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221213T105504Z UID:10000017-1681776000-1682035199@www.biomassconnect.org SUMMARY:Argus Biomass Conference DESCRIPTION:Argus brings back one of the largest global biomass events with the 13th annual Argus Biomass Conference 2023\, taking place on 18-20 April at the prestigious Queen Elizabeth II Centre in the heart of London. \nHear about new innovations in the pellet market\, new industrial applications of biomass\, new procurement opportunities\, and meet with key companies and senior executives for intensive networking across three days. \nJoin over 400 of your peers for the biggest international gathering of traders\, wood pellet and wood chip producers\, and utilities at the industry’s number one networking event. URL:https://www.biomassconnect.org/event/argus-biomass-conference/ LOCATION:QEII Centre\, Broad Sanctuary\, London\, SW1P 3EE\, United Kingdom ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.biomassconnect.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Argus-Biomass-Conference.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230323T160000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230323T170000 DTSTAMP:20260604T171719 CREATED:20230220T120932Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230322T094729Z UID:10000033-1679587200-1679590800@www.biomassconnect.org SUMMARY:Biomass Connect Webinar No. 4 DESCRIPTION:The Regs – How to play by the rules when planting and using biomass crops\nBefore you plant perennial crops or use the biomass in a combustion system you need to get your head around the legal nitty gritty. Whether it’s environmental screening\, sustainability criteria\, emissions thresholds or production quality protocols\, there is quite a lot of red tape to navigate. Before embarking on a project\, it’s essential to recognise what’s involved and understand the costs and timescales. This webinar will provide you with all the knowledge you need to stay on the right side of the regs. \n \nOnce registered\, use the button below to join on the day. \n\n Registered Participants Join Here\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \nSpeakers:\n \nCaroline Ayre – Evolving Forests\n\n\nCaroline is a Chartered Forester with 26 years of forestry and wood supply chain experience. Caroline started her career supporting the southwest woodland supply chain and stimulating market demand for local wood products and woodfuel. Since then she has been the England Manager for the Confederation of Forest Industries with representational and director roles at the UK and national level. \nShe has specialised in forestry\, timber and land use policy and tree health risk and management planning. Her focus remains working with businesses to grow the homegrown timber industry through supply chain innovation and resource resilience. \n\n\n \nGill Alker – Amp Clean Energy\nGill has worked in Biomass and Bioenergy since 2000\, after graduating with a PhD in Environmental Engineering from Imperial College.  Her early career was involved in wood fuel and energy crop supply and she helped set up and run a wood fuel trading company (TV Bioenergy) and an SRC producer group (TV Bioenergy Coppice) which jointly won an Ashton Award in 2005.  In 2012\, she joined Anesco and helped to set up a number of wood fuel energy supply contracts (ESCos).  Providing free green heating systems in return for a monthly heat payment was pioneering at the time and she was involved in early stage contract development\, design\, planning permission\, RHI applications\, installation\, operation and maintenance aspects.  \nIn 2014\, Gill joined Forest Fuels Ltd which later became AMP Clean Energy.  Her main role has been to provide consultancy advice to their 2000+ fuel clients on many different aspects of biomass heating.  This includes advice about RHI applications\, planning permission\, environmental permitting\, fuel quality etc.  This requires an in depth understanding of the various regulations and guidance and also involves contributing to the development of that regulation\, by submitting consultation responses and attending government briefings.  More recently\, she has been involved in helping to manage the c.200 biomass asset portfolio that are owned by AMP Clean Energy and is responsible for making sure that those systems are compliant with all the various compliance requirements.  \n  \n\n Register Here\n \n  URL:https://www.biomassconnect.org/event/biomass-connect-webinar-no-4/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:Webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.biomassconnect.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/Webinar4-Social-Media-Slide.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230322T130000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230322T163000 DTSTAMP:20260604T171719 CREATED:20221208T073841Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230220T115625Z UID:10000014-1679490000-1679502600@www.biomassconnect.org SUMMARY:Biomass Connect Demo - From 'Field to Fire' DESCRIPTION:Biomass Harvesting and utilisation – Demonstration event \nBio Global Industries\, Chesham\, Bucks\n22nd March 2023\n \n \nCome and join us for an afternoon learning about biomass crop harvesting and harvested material utilisation at Biomass Connect partner BGI Ltd. \nBGI are working towards well-designed bioenergy systems that can contribute to several objectives\, such as mitigating climate change\, increasing energy access and alleviating fuel poverty. \nWith innovative use of  technology and land management\, farm yields and income can be increased\, food security strengthened\, carbon sequestration improved and pressure for land clearing reduced\, ultimately achieving ‘Net Zero Strategy’. \nAll are welcome – please register to book a place. We look forward to seeing you there! \nProgramme\n13:00   Convene\, tea & coffee and complete Registration & H&S Documents \nIntroduction and talks \n\nBiomass Connect – introduction and overview\nBGI – Introduction and overview\nTree options for biomass: black locust (Pseudo Acacia)\, by Marton from Silavanus Forestry\n\nSite tour: field visit\, including: \n\nCrop tour/walk\nForage harvester demo\nHand harvest of eucalyptus demo (using chainsaw)\nProcessing with chipper (inc. branches/leaves)\n\nSite tour: processing machinery\, including: \n\nBriquette manufacturing process\nOmpeco overview/demo\nBiomass boiler demo\n\nQ & A – Wrap up\, final thoughts \n16.30 Finish/networking \n\n Register Here\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n@mshunt85 #foryou #bgi #biomassconect #net zero #fuel #sustainable #learnontiktok #renewableenergy #biomass #farm #willow ♬ Aesthetic – Tollan Kim\n\n \nHow to Find us\nThese are the Google Map directions from St Mary’s Way\, Chesham\, HP5 to BGI Ltd Plantation HP5 2UU and Braidwood Campsite for parking: \nDirections \n  \nw \n  \nw \n  \nGoogle Earth map of the various locations for the BGI Demo Event URL:https://www.biomassconnect.org/event/bgi-demo/ LOCATION:Bio Global Industries\, Hunters Oak\, Chesham\, HP5 2UU\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Demo Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.biomassconnect.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Field-to-Fire.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230308T110000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230308T140000 DTSTAMP:20260604T171719 CREATED:20230220T075447Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230220T075447Z UID:10000036-1678273200-1678284000@www.biomassconnect.org SUMMARY:Poplar Farm Walk DESCRIPTION:Poplar Farm Walk – learn all about this excellent energy crop\n\n\nPoplar Walk – led by William Jackson \nWednesday 8 March 1100-1400 (Includes refreshments and lunch) \nMeet at the Certainly Wood board room: Lower Lulham Farm\, Lulham\, Hereford HR2 9JJ at 11am –  (Google Maps link here) \nAre you interested in planting poplar on your land? Or do you already have a poplar crop and want to know more about its management\, harvesting and the potential markets? \nWhatever your questions\, whether they concern agronomy\, economics or logistics expert William Jackson will be able to provide all the answers. \nAt this walk you will see: \n\nthe poplars and also the Certainly Wood drying kilns and boilers.\nhow you would plant poplar as a Short Rotation Forestry (SRF) crop and as a Short Rotation Coppice (SRC) crop and how to push whips and cuttings into the ground at the correct spacings.\nThere are various types of poplars to see:\n\nCutting beds for multiplication which are managed as closely spaced SRC\nSRF planted at 4x2m\nWider planted mature poplar trees\n\n\n\nThis farm walk is in association with Envirocrops – a project supported by the Government’s Biomass Feedstocks Innovation Programme. Members of the Envirocrops team will be on hand to give you the latest information on the web app that is being developed to provide decision support to farmers and consultants. \nAbout William Jackson\nWilliam Jackson is the manager of the Poplar Tree Company and procurement and operations manager for Certainly Wood. Utilising his forest management\, commercial woodland planting and habitat creation expertise\, Will has driven forward an information rich organisation\, that is focused on delivering an expertise in poplar\, woodland creation and management\, and farm diversification. \nAbout Envirocrops\nThe Envirocrops consortium – led by the Agri Food and Biosciences Institute (AFBI) with support from two energy in agriculture consultancies: Crops for Energy Ltd and NFU Energy and software development company\, Calvium – has been set up to create an app and STEM game. URL:https://www.biomassconnect.org/event/poplar-farm-walk/ LOCATION:Lower Lulham Farm\, Lulham\, Hereford\, HR2 9JJ CATEGORIES:Farm Walks ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.biomassconnect.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/Poplar-Farm-Walk.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230307T150000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230307T160000 DTSTAMP:20260604T171719 CREATED:20230125T161132Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230125T161132Z UID:10000031-1678201200-1678204800@www.biomassconnect.org SUMMARY:Biochar Webinar DESCRIPTION:Discover more about biochar and the part this multi-purpose material can play in decarbonising and improving both rural and urban environments. Register now for this online event from the Energy & Bioproducts Research Institute (EBRI) at Aston University.\nBiochar\, a sustainable form of charcoal made from organic waste\, offers a wide variety of benefits and uses including: mitigating global warming via carbon capture; soil improvement; water treatment; fuel source; odour control; construction materials; and industrial applications. \nBiochar: Insights into challenges\, benefits & applications\nAGENDA\n\nFeedstocks\nProduction process & technologies\nProperties\, benefits & applications\nIndustrial plants\nCase studies\nQ&A URL:https://www.biomassconnect.org/event/biochar-webinar2/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.biomassconnect.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Biochar-Webinar2.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230307T130000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230307T163000 DTSTAMP:20260604T171719 CREATED:20230131T101408Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230301T092912Z UID:10000032-1678194000-1678206600@www.biomassconnect.org SUMMARY:Biomass harvesting and willow varieties - Biomass Connect Demo Event DESCRIPTION:Biomass harvesting and willow varieties – Biomass Connect Demo Event\nIBERS\, Aberystwyth University\n7th March 2023\n \nCome and join us for an afternoon learning about biomass crop harvesting and willow variety options at IBERS\, Aberystwyth University. \nThe event will focus on harvesting approaches for willow and miscanthus crops\, and an overview of the research undertaken between IBERS and Rothamsted Research into varieties of willow for biomass production. \nAll are welcome – please register to book a place. We look forward to seeing you there! \n13.00 Convene\, tea & coffee \n13.30 Introduction and talks \n\nBiomass Connect\, introduction and overview – Dr Will Stiles\, IBERS\nShort rotation coppice willow varieties and learnings from Accelerating Willow Breeding and Deployment’s multi-site analysis – William Macalpine\, Rothamsted Research\nShort rotation coppice willow – making the right decisions: How the Envirocrops web app can help – Kevin Lindegaard\, Crops for Energy\n\n14.30 Site tour: field visit \n\nBSBEC field trial\, crop tour/walk – Dr Chris Ashman\, IBERS\nHand harvest demonstration\n\n16.00 Q & A – Wrap up\, final thoughts \n16.30 Finish/networking \n  \nSpeakers\nWilliam Macalpine \nWilliam Macalpine\, Rothamsted Research\nWilliam is the willow breeder at Rothamsted Research. He has 19 years’ experience in willow breeding\, perennial energy crop agronomy and in making phenotypic and physiological measurements. He has performed over 700 crosses\, carried out research to overcome crossing barriers\, produced mapping populations and elite SRC willow varieties. He has planned\, planted and managed around 90 field trials. William has an in-depth knowledge of the UK National Willow Collection\, a unique Salix germplasm resource\, which is located at Rothamsted Research. Within Biomass Connect he leads Work Package 1\, Hub Biomass Demonstration. \nKevin Lindegaard \nKevin Lindegaard\, Crops for Energy\nKevin Lindegaard is the director of Crops for Energy\, the leading consultancy for biomass crop information in the UK. Crops for Energy was set up in 2004 to provide balanced\, authoritative and independent information to farmers and landowners who are interested in planting and using biomass crops \nKevin has almost 3 decades of experience working in the field of biomass crops and renewable energy. The journey started during his 7 years working at Long Ashton Research Station as the plant breeder in charge of the European Willow Breeding Programme. Here\, Kevin was responsible for breeding high yielding and disease resistant willow varieties. Varieties included: Resolution\, Endurance and Terra Nova. \nKevin is recognised both nationally across Europe for his energy crops policy work. In 2016 he published two frequently cited papers: “A critical appraisal of the effectiveness of UK perennial energy crops policy since 1990” in Renewable & Sustainable Energy Reviews\, and “Short rotation plantations policy history in Europe: lessons from the past and recommendations for the future” in Food and Energy Security. He is a former director of the Wood Heat Association and co-founder of the Sustainable Fuel Register. \nMost recently\, Kevin along with Chris Johnston at AFBI is spearheading the Envirocrops project. This exciting new project\, funded by BEIS’s Biomass Feedstock Innovation programme\, looks to digitalise and streamline the decision-making process for choosing and growing biomass crops. URL:https://www.biomassconnect.org/event/biomass-harvesting-and-willow-varieties-biomass-connect-demo-event/ LOCATION:IBERS\, Gogerddan\, Gogerddan\, Aberystwyth\, SY23 3EED\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Demo Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.biomassconnect.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/IBERS-Demo-img-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230307T110000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230307T140000 DTSTAMP:20260604T171719 CREATED:20230216T145144Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230216T145316Z UID:10000035-1678186800-1678197600@www.biomassconnect.org SUMMARY:Eucalyptus Farm Walk DESCRIPTION:Eucalyptus Farm Walk – learn all about this super energy crop\n\n\nEucalyptus Walk – led by Bryan Elliott \nTuesday 7 March 1100-1400 (Includes refreshments and lunch) \n\nMeet at the Willow and Wetlands Centre to have tea and coffees at 11am in the Lemon Tree Coffee Shop –  (Google Maps link here)\nWe will leave cars there and travel via minibus to the site.\nReturning to the cafe for around 1pm for a sandwich lunch.\n\nAre you interested in planting eucalyptus on your land? Or do you already have a eucalyptus crop and want to know more about its management\, harvesting and the potential markets? \nWhatever your questions\, whether they concern agronomy\, economics or logistics expert Bryan Elliot will be able to provide all the answers. \nThis farm walk is in association with Envirocrops – a project supported by the Government’s Biomass Feedstocks Innovation Programme. Members of the Envirocrops team will be on hand to give you the latest information on the web app that is being developed to provide decision support to farmers and consultants. \nBryan Elliott is the Managing Director of Eucalyptus Renewables. He has developed an innovative silviculturally based\, UK company\, that is focussed on delivering an expertise in developing a UK wood supply chain through growing crops of various targeted Eucalyptus species. \n\nClick here for more information and registration details. URL:https://www.biomassconnect.org/event/eucalyptus-farm-walk/ LOCATION:Willow and Wetlands Centre\, Meare Green Court\, Stoke St Gregory\, Somerset\, TA3 6HY CATEGORIES:Farm Walks ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.biomassconnect.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/Eucalyptus-Farm-Walk.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230302T093000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230302T113000 DTSTAMP:20260604T171719 CREATED:20221220T103213Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221220T103323Z UID:10000024-1677749400-1677756600@www.biomassconnect.org SUMMARY:Northamptonshire Farm Walk DESCRIPTION:Northamptonshire Miscanthus farm walk  \n Date and time: 2nd March\, 9:30 – 11:30 am \nGrower: Tom Jeffries \nFormat: Tea\, coffee\, and biscuits\, short presentations from Terravesta\, a chance to meet the grower\, and see the Miscanthus crop. \nLocation: Daventry URL:https://www.biomassconnect.org/event/terravesta-northamptonshire-miscanthus-farm-walk/ CATEGORIES:Farm Walks ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.biomassconnect.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/FarmWalk.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230228T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230228T110000 DTSTAMP:20260604T171719 CREATED:20230125T160757Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230125T160841Z UID:10000030-1677578400-1677582000@www.biomassconnect.org SUMMARY:Biochar Webinar DESCRIPTION:Discover more about biochar and the part this multi-purpose material can play in decarbonising and improving both rural and urban environments. Register now for this online event from the Energy & Bioproducts Research Institute (EBRI) at Aston University.\nBiochar\, a sustainable form of charcoal made from organic waste\, offers a wide variety of benefits and uses including: mitigating global warming via carbon capture; soil improvement; water treatment; fuel source; odour control; construction materials; and industrial applications. \nBiochar: Insights into challenges\, benefits & applications\nAGENDA\n\nFeedstocks\nProduction process & technologies\nProperties\, benefits & applications\nIndustrial plants\nCase studies\nQ&A URL:https://www.biomassconnect.org/event/biochar-webinar-1/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.biomassconnect.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Biochar1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230223T160000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230223T170000 DTSTAMP:20260604T171719 CREATED:20230119T140423Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230322T085053Z UID:10000029-1677168000-1677171600@www.biomassconnect.org SUMMARY:Biomass Connect Webinar No. 3 DESCRIPTION:Biomass Crops – Some Interesting Alternatives\nSome biomass crops are bigger and leave a greater impression than others whilst others might be  humbler but still get the job done. Eucalyptus trees can produce exceptional yields of hardwood timber when the right species is planted in the right place. There are plenty of options with numerous species that can thrive with everything the UK climate can throw at them. Reed Canary Grass is at the other end of the spectrum – this is a short term\, lower yielding perennial that is cheap to establish and easy to remove making it a perfect energy crop for a tenant farmer. Our panel includes environmental farmer John Hawkins and expert silviculturalist Bryan Elliott.  \n\n Register Here\n \n \n \n \n \n \nOnce registered\, use the button below to join on the day. \n Registered Participants Join Here\n \n \n \n \n \n \n   \nSpeakers: \nJohn Hawkins \nJohn Hawkins – Bagber Farms – Farmer\nJohn is a third generation tenant arable farmer in Mid Dorset. He grew up on the farm but then after a BSc in Maritime Studies was commissioned into the Royal Navy. Later he travelled extensively as a security consultant which gave him an insight into global problems issues and solutions before realising that there is no place like home. In a period of agricultural change his primary initial role on the farm was to look for ways to diversify the business to support the families involved. This led to planting a 5000 tree cherry orchard (agroforestry) and committing 10 years to adding value to his fruit. The organic knowledge and steep learning curve in horticulture then paved the way to take over as Managing Partner of the Business 6 years ago within the background of 10 years min till arable rotation. 4 years ago using support from Mid Tier CS and Wessex Water and other complementary systems he turned his whole farm into a giant experiment (a sort of shot in the dark pre policy pre ELM’s trial) to see if Regenerative Agriculture was a viable alternative to intensive production whilst still seeing if he could grow food and energy crops more sustainably. Reed Canary Grass was a catalyst for this change and  initially grown on contract. It has been trialled on farm for 7 years now. Current themes include using Soil Carbon increases to maximise Nitrogen efficiency on farm especially with Perennial Crops with a Biomass.. Everything is driven by a practical observation of Science and tested rigourously to compare it to previous arable rotations within the confines of a rented farm. \nBryan Elliot \nBryan Elliott\nManaging Director of Eucalyptus Renewables. Bryan has developed an innovative silviculturally based\, UK company\, that is focussed on delivering an expertise in developing a UK wood supply chain through growing crops of various targeted Eucalyptus species.  \nEucalyptus Renewables are involved with various BEIS projects delivering establishment\, and silvicultural protocols with a sole objective of creating a thriving and sustainable timber crop. The existing annual yield of Eucalyptus fibre is currently expanding with around half a million Eucalyptus trees successfully established throughout UK over the last four years. SRF Timber harvesting operations will initiate between 4 and 6 years of age thinnings\, with rotation lengths between 8 and 25 years dependent upon timber objective strategy.  \n\n \n Register Here\n \n  URL:https://www.biomassconnect.org/event/biomass-connect-webinar-no-3/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:Webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.biomassconnect.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Webinar3-Social-Media-Slide-2.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230215 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230217 DTSTAMP:20260604T171719 CREATED:20221214T145905Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221214T145905Z UID:10000018-1676419200-1676591999@www.biomassconnect.org SUMMARY:European Biomass to Power DESCRIPTION:ACI’s 11th European Biomass to Power Summit will take place on the 15th & 16th February 2023 in London\, UK. \nThe two-day event will bring together key industry stkeholders from the biomass industry: feedstock suppliers\, biomass plant operators\, end-product manufacturers\, as well as technology providers – for two days of informative presentations\, interactive discussion & excellent networking opportunities. URL:https://www.biomassconnect.org/event/european-biomass-to-power/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.biomassconnect.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/BiomassToPower.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230208 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230210 DTSTAMP:20260604T171719 CREATED:20221213T103301Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221213T171859Z UID:10000015-1675814400-1675987199@www.biomassconnect.org SUMMARY:Bio360 Expo DESCRIPTION:Bio360 Expo is an international meeting place for people and organisations who are engaged in and committed to accelerating the biotransition. In a nutshell\, Bio360 Expo comprises a large exhibition\, a comprehensive international conference programme with simultaneous translation\, study tours\, the innovation competition\, and more besides. \nIt is a multi-disciplinary event with a common thread running throughout\, showcasing today’s solutions and tomorrow’s innovations that will transition us from a fossil dependent society to a circular\, renewable biosociety. \nThe event attracts 450-500 international exhibitors making Bio360 Expo a genuine point of exchange for global bioknowhow URL:https://www.biomassconnect.org/event/bio360-expo/ LOCATION:Exponantes\, Parc des Expositions\, Nantes\, France ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.biomassconnect.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/bio360-logo-dates-4-en-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230207 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230209 DTSTAMP:20260604T171719 CREATED:20221027T191924Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230206T082315Z UID:10000010-1675728000-1675900799@www.biomassconnect.org SUMMARY:Low Carbon Agriculture - Biomass Connect Launch Event! DESCRIPTION:Come and meet the Biomass Connect team at the Low Carbon Agriculture Show\, 2023!\nBiomass Connect will officially launch at the Low Carbon Agriculture Show in Stoneleigh\, on the 7th February\, 2023. \nTo mark the occasion\, we will hold an event at 16.40 on the 7th February (day one of the show) in Seminar Room 1 – please join us to hear more about the Biomass Connect programme and what to expect in the next two years\, and to meet the wider Biomass Connect team from project partners across the programme (UKCEH\, IBERS\, AFBI\, Rothamstead Research\, NIAB\, BGI\, Crops for Energy\, Newcastle University\, and SRUC). \nYou can also find us at the show on stand 141 – so come along and meet the team to find out more about biomass crops! \nAdditionally\, Look out for talks on day two (8th of February) from Dr Jeanette Whitaker (UKCEH) and Prof. Iain Donnison (IBERS\, Aberystwyth University)\, part of the management team for Biomass Connect. They are presenting in the conference session discussing ‘The role of biomass in our energy security & net zero plans\,’ chaired by Patricia Thornley\, director of the Energy and Bioproducts Research Institute. \nLook forward to seeing you all there! URL:https://www.biomassconnect.org/event/low-carbon-agriculture/ LOCATION:NAEC\, Stoneleigh\, Kenilworth\, CV8 2LZ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.biomassconnect.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/Event-Launch-Flyer-Date.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230202T093000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230202T133000 DTSTAMP:20260604T171719 CREATED:20221220T093954Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221220T093954Z UID:10000022-1675330200-1675344600@www.biomassconnect.org SUMMARY:Terravesta - Lincolnshire Miscanthus Farm Farm DESCRIPTION:Date and time: 2nd February\, 9:30 – 1:30 pm \nGrower: James Hoff \nFormat: An informal presentation from Terravesta\, a chance to meet the grower and see the Terravesta Athena™ Miscanthus crop. Refreshments will be provided. \nLocation: Spilsby URL:https://www.biomassconnect.org/event/terravesta-lincolnshire-miscanthus-farm-farm/ CATEGORIES:Farm Walks ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.biomassconnect.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/IMG_9802.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230124 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230128 DTSTAMP:20260604T171719 CREATED:20221215T103543Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230127T091903Z UID:10000019-1674518400-1674863999@www.biomassconnect.org SUMMARY:Supergen Bioenergy Hub Consultation Events DESCRIPTION:Stakeholder Consultation Events: Shaping the future generation of the Supergen Bioenergy Hub\nSustainable bioenergy will be key to the UK’s future energy system and the Supergen Bioenergy hub is leading the way in developing research and innovation that will transform the UK’s bioenergy deployment. So\, join us and help co-create that future in our tailored events taking place on 24\, 25 and 27 January 2023. \nAs a valued member of the UK bioenergy community we would like to seek your Input\, Influence and Steer in this important and exciting opportunity to develop a proposal for the new Hub to become an innovative knowledge centre\, striving for excellence in collaboration across the industrial\, academic and policy communities on bioenergy research and systems. \nYou will have the opportunity to be informed about the newly released Call for Proposals by UK Research and Innovation and to use your ideas and expertise to co-create our  new funding mechanisms\, research areas\, collaborations and outputs. \nThere will be three separate events tailored for each stakeholder community\, and they will be held in person from 10.30am – 3pm\, with lunch and networking opportunities. Although the event will not be fully hybrid\, presentations will be streamed live for those who cannot attend in person and there will be an opportunity to feed back in an online follow up meeting. \nRegister your place! \nBooking is now open and you can register your place by selecting the relevant stakeholder group and linking to our Eventbrite page below: \nAcademic Stakeholder Event\, Tuesday 24 January 2023\, Central Birmingham – book your place here. \nIndustry Stakeholder Event\, Wednesday 25 January 2023\, Central Birmingham – book your place here. \nPolicy Stakeholder Event\, Friday 27 January 2023\, Central London – book your place here. \nIf you have any questions or would like more information\, please contact: supergen-bioenergy@aston.ac.uk URL:https://www.biomassconnect.org/event/supergen-bioenergy-hub-consultation-events/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.biomassconnect.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/stakeholder-consultation.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230123 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230125 DTSTAMP:20260604T171719 CREATED:20221220T105746Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221220T105746Z UID:10000027-1674432000-1674604799@www.biomassconnect.org SUMMARY:Fuels of the Future DESCRIPTION:20TH INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE ON RENEWABLE MOBILITY “FUELS OF THE FUTURE” ON 23RD AND 24TH JANUARY 2023\nThe 20th International Conference on Renewable Mobility “Fuels of the Future” will take place again from 23rd to 24th January 2023. The motto of the conference is: “Fuels of the Future 2023 – Navigator for sustainable Mobility!” As usual\, the event will be bilingual (German-English). \nFuels of the future 2023 welcomes national and international participants including representatives from the raw material collecting and processing industry\, the biofuel\, mineral oil and automotive industry\, the chemical industry\, the transport and logistics sector\, certification systems as well as from politics\, science and research. \nThe aim of the International Conference is to provide participants with an up-to-date status report on the many different legislative initiatives and to discuss corresponding recommendations for action\, to present current market developments and project examples of renewable mobility\, and to provide a broad platform for the exchange of experience. \nOn the International Conference on Renewable Mobility offers the outstanding opportunity to introduce your company or organisation to an international audience of experts and/or to present it via sponsoring. You will find details on this in the Exhibition & Participation offer “market place of the future”. URL:https://www.biomassconnect.org/event/fuels-of-the-future/ LOCATION:CityCube\, Messe\, Berlin\, Germany ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.biomassconnect.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Fuels-of-the-Future.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230119T163000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230119T173000 DTSTAMP:20260604T171719 CREATED:20221216T084720Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230117T140547Z UID:10000020-1674145800-1674149400@www.biomassconnect.org SUMMARY:Biomass Connect Webinar No. 2 DESCRIPTION:Emerging Markets for Biomass Crops\nPerennial crops like willow\, miscanthus and poplar were once simply termed energy crops. This is no longer the case. The versatility\, quick growth and high yields means that these crops are now being considered for all sorts of other uses including pharmaceuticals\, bio-packaging\, bio-composites\, fodders and forages and biochar. R&D efforts are also pushing the potential for cascading several uses for different components of the same crop – the so-called biorefinery approach. These are really exciting times for biomass. This webinar will provide the latest news on emerging markets for biomass crops. \n \n Register Here\n \n \n \n \n \n Once registered\, use the button below to join on the day. \n \n Registered Participants Join Here\n \n \n \n \n \n Speakers:\nWilliam Cracroft-Eley \nWilliam Cracroft-Eley  – Terravesta\nWilliam Cracroft-Eley is the Chairman of Terravesta\, the UKs largest miscanthus company. He has been growing Miscanthus on his Lincolnshire farm for 20 years. The company is involved in all aspects of cultivation\, management\, harvesting\, processing and marketing of Miscanthus. Terravesta are currently engaged in the BFI-funded Omenz project which stands for ‘Optimising Miscanthus Establishment through improved mechanisation and data capture to meet Net Zero targets’. \nOMENZ will deliver improvements on the entire Miscanthus establishment process\, including approaches to producing planting material\, field preparation\, innovative agri-tech\, new planting techniques\, and cutting-edge technologies to monitor establishment in the field. \nJ J Leahy \nProf. J J Leahy – University of Limerick\nProf J J Leahy is currently an associate professor  in the Dept of Chemical Sciences at the University of Limerick where he is involved in teaching\, curriculum development and research in the area of  waste management and renewable energy.   He currently heads a research group consisting of chemists and chemical engineers that is focused on chemical technologies for biofuels and biorefining  from wastes. \nProf Leahy currently is leading the BioWILL project\, an Interreg NWE funded project focusing on Integrated “Zero Waste” Biorefinery utilising all fractions of Willow feedstock for the production of high value salicylates from willow bark for medical applications\, safe\, food quality packaging material to replace fossil derived plastics\, a feedstock in an innovative bio-energy anaerobic digestion system producing biogas and natural fertilisers. \n \n Register Here URL:https://www.biomassconnect.org/event/webinar-2/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.biomassconnect.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Webinar2-Flyer-For-Web.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230119T160000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230119T173000 DTSTAMP:20260604T171719 CREATED:20230104T090207Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230104T090255Z UID:10000028-1674144000-1674149400@www.biomassconnect.org SUMMARY:Report Launch: The State of Cardon Dioxide Removal DESCRIPTION:Report launch: The State of Carbon Dioxide Removal\nThursday 19 January 2023\, 16.00-17.30 GMT \nJoin us at the launch of a significant new report\, The State of Carbon Dioxide Removal – a first-of-its kind\, independent\, scientific assessment\, tracking the development of Carbon Dioxide Removal (CDR) globally. \nAt this launch event\, lead authors will discuss key findings from the report. They will present the global state of CDR development\, tracking progress on its scale up\, public perceptions\, policies and innovation. \nAfter short presentations\, the authors will be joined by expert contributors and will answer audience Q&A. \nPresenting authors: \n\nOliver Geden\, German Institute for International and Security Affairs (SWP)\nJan Minx\, Mercator Research Institute on Global Commons and Climate Change (MCC)\nGregory Nemet\, University of Wisconsin-Madison\nSteve Smith\, University of Oxford\n\nSpecial guest speaker: \n\nJen Wilcox\, US Department of Energy\n\nThe event will be chaired by Catherine Brahic\, Environment Editor at The Economist. \nTo find out more about the report and receive a copy of the report directly to your inbox on 19 January\, visit the state of cdr website. \nOrganised by the Smith School in collaboration with CO2RE. With thanks to our funders Natural Environment Research Council\, European Research Council\, Federal Ministry of Education and Research Germany\, Carbon Gap and Bank of America.\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSign up for the event URL:https://www.biomassconnect.org/event/state-of-cardon-dioxide-removal/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.biomassconnect.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/launch-event-state-of-cdr.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230118 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230121 DTSTAMP:20260604T171719 CREATED:20221220T105012Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221220T105132Z UID:10000026-1674000000-1674259199@www.biomassconnect.org SUMMARY:7th Central European Biomass Conference 2023 DESCRIPTION:The 7th Central European Biomass Conference takes the whole process from resource provision up to the end consumer into account. The CEBC 2023 places its special emphasis on the areas of negative emissions\, hydrogen\, green gas\, biochar\, advanced biofuels and bio-economy. Traditionally\, the conference thoroughly considers the progress in the area of heat and power generation. The conference offers an extensive overview of the latest political\, economic and technological developments\, covering topics such as raw material availability\, logistics\, conversion technologies\, integration into the energy system\, industrial application\, environmental impacts and market developments. \nThe leading event of the Central European biomass scene\, which has been awarded the Congress Award Graz several times\, has an appeal far beyond Austria. With more than 1\,400 participants from around 50 nations\, the Central European Biomass Conference\, which is held every three years\, is one of the largest industry events in the world. The “Hauslbauer” trade fair taking place at the same time\, with around 40\,000 visitors and a traditional focus on the provision of energy in the building sector\, is an excellent addition. The 7th Central European Biomass Conference includes the 1st European Pellet Forum\, highlights of bioenergy research and much more as scientific highlights. An extensive excursion program and company presentations in the form of lectures and information stands effectively combine theory and practice. The extensive supporting program offers enough space for personal networking and the enjoyment of Styrian delicacies. \nVisitors to the CEBC also have the opportunity to visit the “Hauslbauer” trade fair\, which is taking place at the same time and is an excellent addition. URL:https://www.biomassconnect.org/event/7th-euro-biomass/ LOCATION:Messe Congress Graz\, Messeplatz 1\, Styria\, Austria ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.biomassconnect.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/7th-Euro-Biomass.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230116T093000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230116T113000 DTSTAMP:20260604T171719 CREATED:20221220T102554Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221220T102554Z UID:10000023-1673861400-1673868600@www.biomassconnect.org SUMMARY:Terravesta - Staffordshire Miscanthus Farm Walk DESCRIPTION:Staffordshire Miscanthus farm walk  \nDate and time: 16th February\, 9:30 – 11:30 am \nGrower: Richard Corbett \nFormat: An informal presentation from Terravesta\, a chance to meet the grower and see the Terravesta Athena™ Miscanthus crop. Light refreshments will be provided. \nLocation: Cannock URL:https://www.biomassconnect.org/event/terravesta-staffordshire-miscanthus-farm-walk/ CATEGORIES:Farm Walks ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.biomassconnect.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/Miscanthus.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Paris:20230112T160000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Paris:20230112T170000 DTSTAMP:20260604T171719 CREATED:20221220T104129Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221220T104129Z UID:10000025-1673539200-1673542800@www.biomassconnect.org SUMMARY:Bioenergy Europe 2022 Statistical Reports DESCRIPTION:Taking extracted data from the Statistical Reports published throughout the year\, the authors will explore the most significant findings of 2022. \nThe webinar will take place on 12 January 2023 16:00-17:00 (CET) and will be followed by a Q&A session. \nSpeakers:\nJérémie Geelen\, Market Intelligence Officer\, Bioenergy Europe\nManolis Karampinis\, Business Development and Membership Director\, Bioenergy Europe URL:https://www.biomassconnect.org/event/bioenergy-statistical-reports/ CATEGORIES:Webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.biomassconnect.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Stats-Reports.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230112T093000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230112T113000 DTSTAMP:20260604T171719 CREATED:20221220T091310Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221220T091310Z UID:10000021-1673515800-1673523000@www.biomassconnect.org SUMMARY:Terravesta - Suffolk Farm Walk DESCRIPTION:Suffolk Miscanthus farm walk  \nDate and time: 12th January\, 9:30 – 11:30 am \nGrower: Sam Summers \nLocation: Bury St Edmunds \nFormat: Tea\, coffee and biscuits\, short presentations from Terravesta\, a chance to meet the grower\, and tour a Terravesta Athena™ Miscanthus crop. URL:https://www.biomassconnect.org/event/terravesta-suffolk-farm-walk/ CATEGORIES:Farm Walks ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.biomassconnect.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/farm-walk1.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230110 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230112 DTSTAMP:20260604T171719 CREATED:20221027T190617Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221115T122803Z UID:10000011-1673308800-1673481599@www.biomassconnect.org SUMMARY:LAMMA DESCRIPTION:The UK’s Premier Agricultural Machinery and Technology Showroom\nLAMMA 2023 will be on 10th & 11th January 2023 at the NEC Birmingham. \nThe UK’s premier farm machinery show\, LAMMA connects farmers from all sectors with companies who provide cutting-edge machinery\, technology and equipment for the farming industry. \nOver 600 exhibitors will showcase the latest tractors\, combines\, arable and grassland machinery\, as well as a wide range of new technology\, services and tools for every sector. \nSee machinery launches\, UK debuts\, global brands and small manufacturers\, all together under one roof. URL:https://www.biomassconnect.org/event/lamma/ LOCATION:NEC Birmingham\, North Avenue\, Birmingham\, B40 1NT ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.biomassconnect.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/LAMMA-Show.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20221215T163000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20221215T173000 DTSTAMP:20260604T171719 CREATED:20221122T144506Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221209T140653Z UID:10000013-1671121800-1671125400@www.biomassconnect.org SUMMARY:Biomass Connect Webinar No.1 DESCRIPTION:Land preparation – starting off on the right foot\nEnsuring that your land is prepared to a high standard is absolutely critical if you are to ensure long term success of your biomass crop. When you plant you are making a 20-year decision. It is important to avoid haste\, and to ensure proper implementation. This could otherwise lead to poor establishment\, gappy plots\, lost yield and reduced income. This webinar will provide the necessary ‘need-to-know’ information on what to do when to ensure success during the establishment phase. \n  \n \n Register Here\n \n \n \n \n \n Speakers:\nMike Cooper \nMike Cooper – Miscanthus Nursery Ltd\nOriginating from a farming family\, Mike spent 32 out of his 50 years of continued employment with one Agricultural merchanting company as a highly committed manager with a good understanding of commercial Agricultural and the ability to build strong relationships in the industry. \nGrowing perennial energy crops in support of annual food crops has interested Mike since 1984 when one of the first Miscanthus and SRC trial plots was planted in Devon and run by Jon Harvey head agronomist with the Ministry of Agriculture at Starcross Devon. \nSince 2009 Mike has been running Miscanthus Nursery Ltd (MNL)\, growing some c2000 acres of Miscanthus and consulting on a further c3000 acres. MNL is a Grower Cooperative owned & operated by a group of Farmers who understand the importance of this crop in supporting environmental Agriculture and climate change. \nNeil Watkins \nNeil Watkins – Energy Crops Consultancy Limited (ECCL)\nNeil Watkins is Managing Director of Energy Crops Consultancy Limited (ECCL) and an Independent Adviser on energy crops. In ECCL Neil has formed a company which can carry out all aspects of biomass production from site and variety selection\, through planting\, growing and harvesting carried out by an in house team and equipment  as well as marketing of final product.  He has over 15 years’ experience in establishing\, promoting\, and developing markets for energy crops working with hundreds of landowners and growers.  He is a proven innovator and has actively participated in varied research projects covering all aspects of the biomass energy sector. Neil has been a member of several working groups influencing and advising government policy\, and his knowledge and experience\, particularly in Short Rotation Coppice production is recognised both nationally and internationally. \n  \n \n Register Here URL:https://www.biomassconnect.org/event/biomass-connect-webinar-1/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.biomassconnect.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/Webinar-1-Poster.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20221124T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20221124T120000 DTSTAMP:20260604T171719 CREATED:20221027T190005Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221115T122246Z UID:10000001-1669284000-1669291200@www.biomassconnect.org SUMMARY:InnovateUK DESCRIPTION:Industrial Applications of Biomass: The Biorefinery Concept – creating high value product streams from biomass\nThis online event focuses on the biorefinery concept as a means to create maximum impact and value from biomass. It aims to demonstrate how biorefineries are essential for the future of UK biomass utilisation – key to the shift away from a fossil-based economy and the drive to net zero. \nThis webinar will explore the opportunities biorefineries present along with some consideration of the current barriers to their development within the UK. Presentations include a review of the cutting-edge Biorefinery Glas project in Ireland and an outline of work underway in SW England to develop a biorefinery model for creating seaweed value chains. \nThe session will also include dissemination of a recent biomass to chemicals report based on data collected in previous webinars in this series\, as well as a review of the current UK biomass policy landscape. URL:https://www.biomassconnect.org/event/innovateuk/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.biomassconnect.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/InnovateUK.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR