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F.O. Licht’s World Ethanol and Biofuels November 4-7, 2013 Munich, Germany
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F.O. Licht’s World Ethanol and Biofuels   November 4-7, 2013  Munich, Germany

Now in its 16th year, F.O. Licht’s World Ethanol and Biofuels is the must attend event for the global ethanol and biofuels community. Recognised as the best forum for in-depth analysis and as the biggest week of trade …

2nd Sugar & Ethanol Summit – Brazil Day July 5, 2013 London, UK
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2nd Sugar & Ethanol Summit – Brazil Day    July 5, 2013   London, UK

It is with great satisfaction we welcome you to the 2nd Sugar & Ethanol Summit – Brazil Day, organized jointly by DATAGRO, and the Brazilian Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
For the second consecutive year the event brings …

Renewable Energy Finance Forum Wall Street June 25-26, 2013 New York, NY
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Renewable Energy Finance Forum Wall Street  June 25-26, 2013   New York, NY

10 years of REFF Wall Street – Join the celebrations and determine the shape of the USA renewable energy market for the next 10 years.
Policy and the development of shale gas continue to create uncertainties …

Biomass and the Military May 29, 2013 Webinar
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Biomass and the Military   May 29, 2013   Webinar

The Energy Department will present a live webcast titled “Biomass and the Military” on Wednesday, May 29, from 12:30 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. Eastern Daylight Time (rescheduled from April 25). The Energy Department’s Bioenergy Technologies …

World Bio Markets USA October 29-30, 2013 San Francisco, CA
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World Bio Markets USA   October 29-30, 2013   San Francisco, CA

We are delighted to announce the return of our leading North American bio-based markets CEO event for the fourth year.  Previously fully focussed on advanced biofuels, World Bio Markets USA 2013 will extend it’s coverage to include …

Webinar: European Traceability Requirements for Yellow Grease and Other Waste Oils May 21, 2013
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Webinar: European Traceability Requirements for Yellow Grease and Other Waste Oils    May 21, 2013

In the past six months the European Union has become a significant market opportunity for waste fats and oils, as renewable fuels such as biodiesel are used to meet the renewable fuels obligation requirements under …

CALL FOR POSTERS: 17th Annual Green Chemistry & Engineering Conference Roundtable Poster Reception June 19, 2013 DEADLINE: May 15
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CALL FOR POSTERS:  17th Annual Green Chemistry & Engineering Conference Roundtable Poster Reception  June 19, 2013   DEADLINE: May 15

Are you involved in research, product development or marketing of greener, industrially relevant alternatives for the pharmaceutical, formulated consumer products, and chemical manufacturing industries?

Present your work at the 3rd Annual ACS GCI Roundtable Poster Reception …

Saltwater Resources and Commercial Algae Production May 9, 2013 Webinar
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Saltwater Resources and Commercial Algae Production    May 9, 2013    Webinar

Mary Rosenthal and leading algae experts from the membership of the Alge Biomass Organization will lead for a webinar on the potential for the use of non-freshwater resources for algae. The webinar takes place on …

RETECH 2013 September 9-11 Washington, DC
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RETECH 2013   September 9-11    Washington, DC

In September, RETECH will unite business leaders, investors, technology innovators, federal, state, and local government officials and university educators from across the world to address today’s most pressing issues and opportunities facing every discipline of …

CALL FOR PAPERS: 2013 National Advanced Biofuels Conference & Expo September 10-12 Omaha, NE DEADLINE: May 22, 2013
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CALL FOR PAPERS: 2013 National Advanced Biofuels Conference & Expo   September 10-12   Omaha, NE  DEADLINE: May 22, 2013

Produced by BBI International, this national event will feature the world of advanced biofuels and biobased chemicals—technology scale-up, project finance, policy, national markets and more—with a core focus on the industrial, petroleum and agribusiness alliances …

2013 National Advanced Biofuels Conference & Expo September 10-12 Omaha, NE
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2013 National Advanced Biofuels Conference & Expo   September 10-12   Omaha, NE

Produced by BBI International, this national event will feature the world of advanced biofuels and biobased chemicals—technology scale-up, project finance, policy, national markets and more—with a core focus on the industrial, petroleum and agribusiness alliances …

University of Vermont Biomass to Biofuels Fall Course August 26, 2013 – December 04, 2013 Vermont
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University of Vermont Biomass to Biofuels Fall Course    August 26, 2013 – December 04, 2013   Vermont

SUBJECT: Biomass to Biofuels course: 4 credits Fall 2013 starting August 26th
Biomass to Biofuels course, 2013 Fall Semester, University of Vermont
- a complete Bio Renewable Energy Program
4 Credits, August 26, 2013 to December 4, 2013 …

Bioenergy Technologies Office 2013 Project Peer Review May 20-23 Alexandria, VA
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Bioenergy Technologies Office 2013 Project Peer Review    May 20-23   Alexandria, VA

(US Department of Energy)  The Bioenergy Technologies Office 2013 Project Peer Review will take place at the Hilton Alexandria Hotel from Monday, May 20, 2013, to Thursday, May 23, 2013. The peer review process will …

RFS2 VS. 2008 Farm Bill, an Introduction to Policy Driving or Hindering the Biofuels Industry and Updates from Capitol Hill May 8, 2013 Webinar
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RFS2 VS. 2008 Farm Bill, an Introduction to Policy Driving or Hindering the Biofuels Industry and Updates from Capitol Hill    May 8, 2013   Webinar

This webinar (First in this series) will focus on the current and past policies which drive or hinder (as the case may be) the emerging biofuels industry. In this webinar, participants will explore the similarities …

6. International Conference on Biodiesel. Biodiesel – A Fuel on the Move May 7-8, 2013 Berlin, Germany
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6. International Conference on Biodiesel. Biodiesel – A Fuel on the Move   May 7-8, 2013   Berlin, Germany

Biofuels are and will remain an issue that is controversial, and although often unfairly attacked, they remain an important component in maintaining our mobility and the fight against climate change.
The biofuels “first generation” today represent …

Stop the RINsanity! May 22, 2013 Webinar
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Stop the RINsanity!  May 22, 2013    Webinar

The unfolding RINs drama is much like watching two unstoppable trains collide in slow motion. From one direction comes the federal Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS2) with its unwavering and increasing mandate for blending ethanol. On …

CALL FOR PAPERS: 4th Biobased Chemicals: Commercialization & Partnering Conference September 16-17, 2013 San Francisco, CA DEADLINE August 16
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CALL FOR PAPERS: 4th Biobased Chemicals: Commercialization & Partnering Conference September 16-17, 2013 San Francisco, CA  DEADLINE  August 16

This two day conference brings together top representatives who are engaged in establishing a major transformation in the global chemical and energy industries – from petroleum to bio-based.
The conference will look to examine new supply …

4th Biobased Chemicals: Commercialization & Partnering Conference September 16-17, 2013 San Francisco, CA
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4th Biobased Chemicals: Commercialization & Partnering Conference   September 16-17, 2013   San Francisco, CA

This two day conference brings together top representatives who are engaged in establishing a major transformation in the global chemical and energy industries – from petroleum to bio-based.
The conference will look to examine new supply …

Algae Technology Platform AMERICAS – 4th Practical Short Course (June 27 & 28): Algae Harvesting and Downstream Processing for Value Added Applications – Extra day (June 26); Investors meet Developers – Phoenix, AZ
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Algae Technology Platform AMERICAS – 4th Practical Short Course (June 27 & 28): Algae Harvesting and Downstream Processing for Value Added Applications – Extra day (June 26); Investors meet Developers – Phoenix, AZ

Day 1 Algae Technology Platform AMERICAS: Investors Meet Developers.
Day 2 & 3: Practical short course on Algae Harvesting and Processing for Value Added Applications
In this program, Smart Short Courses joins forces with Algae entrepreneur Dr. …

Advanced Biofuels Leadership Conference Next October 10-11, 2013 San Francisco, CA
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Advanced Biofuels Leadership Conference Next   October 10-11, 2013   San Francisco, CA

Save the date
The next wave in technology, finance & feedstock

Waste Conversion Congress East Coast June 17-18, 2013 Boston, MA
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Waste Conversion Congress East Coast   June 17-18, 2013   Boston, MA

Deliver a profitable and operational waste conversion project by securing finance, feedstock and approval
CHOOSE THE RIGHT TECHNOLOGY: Select the most suitable, reliable and commercially viable conversion technology for the needs of your locality
OPERATIONS: Evaluate all …

EPA Holds Hearings to Gather Public Comments on Vehicle and Gasoline Standards
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EPA Holds Hearings to Gather Public Comments on Vehicle and Gasoline Standards

(Environmental Protection Agency)  The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) will hold two public hearings in April on the Tier 3 proposed rulemaking aimed at addressing the impacts of motor vehicles on air quality and public …

Food, Fuel and Feed: Market Impacts of a Growing Biodiesel Market April 29, 2013 Webinar
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Food, Fuel and Feed: Market Impacts of a Growing Biodiesel Market   April 29, 2013   Webinar

Food production and distribution are dependent on energy, and some say renewable forms of energy make food production more sustainable in the long run.  In this webinar, part of a National Biodiesel Board webinar series, we’ll …

7th ISO DATAGRO New York Sugar Conference May 15, 2013 New York, NY
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7th ISO  DATAGRO New York Sugar Conference  May 15, 2013   New York, NY

The International Sugar Organization (ISO), the only world forum designed to exchange different points of view among the main producer and consumer countries at governmental level, in partnership with DATAGRO, one of the chief world …

Paris Air Show Alternative Aviation Fuels Pavilion (AAFP) June 17-21, 2013 Le Bourget Paris, France
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Paris Air Show Alternative Aviation Fuels Pavilion (AAFP)  June 17-21, 2013   Le Bourget  Paris, France

Potential buyers, partners, investors and researchers at the Paris Air Show will be able to find the world’s leading alternative aviation fuels resources in one place: The Alternative Aviation Fuels (AAF) Pavilion. The airshow, arguably the best-known aerospace exhibition …

Advanced Biofuels USA Co-Hosts DOE’s Biomass 2013
April 10, 2013 – 1:47 pm | No Comment

Advanced Biofuels USA, co-hosting with the U.S. Department of Energy’s Bioenergy Technologies Office, invites you to be a supporter of Biomass 2013: How the Advanced Bioindustry is Reshaping American Energy. This year’s conference will be held July …

Advanced Biofuels USA Teams with Hood College with Panel Discussion of Documentary, ‘FREEDOM’ April 22,2013 Frederick, MD
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Advanced Biofuels USA Teams with Hood College with Panel Discussion of Documentary, ‘FREEDOM’    April 22,2013    Frederick, MD

ADVANCED BIOFUELS USA TEAMS UP WITH HOOD COLLEGE ON EVENT CONCERNING OUR NATION’S OIL DEPENDENCE
Advanced Biofuels USA and the Hood Environmental Advocacy Team to Host Showing of Documentary Film, ‘FREEDOM,’ followed by Local Expert Panel …

World Future Energy Summit January 20-22, 2014 Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
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World Future Energy Summit   January 20-22, 2014   Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

The World Future Energy Summit (WFES) is the world’s foremost event dedicated to renewable energies, energy efficiency and clean technologies. Held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu …

2013 Clean Fleet Technologies Conference and Exhibit Show June 5 Sugar Land, TX
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2013 Clean Fleet Technologies Conference and Exhibit Show    June 5   Sugar Land, TX

Early registration is $35.00 per attendee.  Early registration ends Wednesday, May 8, 2013.
Regular registration is $50.00 per attendee.  The deadline for online registration is Tuesday, June 4, 2013 at 10:00 AM.
School District registration is $10.00 per attendee.
Onsite registration will …

Energy 101- A Framework For an Interdisciplinary Undergraduate Course Teaching the Fundamentals of Energy April 10, 2013 Webinar 2:00PM ET
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Energy 101- A Framework For an Interdisciplinary Undergraduate Course Teaching the Fundamentals of Energy   April 10, 2013   Webinar 2:00PM ET

The ‘Energy 101’ project collaborators are hosting a webinar detailing the newly released Energy 101 curricular framework.
This webinar is for educators, administrators, and other interested parties who would like to learn about the Energy 101 …

EcoEngineers RIN QAP Forum Webinar April 3, 2013 2:00 PM EST
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EcoEngineers RIN QAP Forum Webinar    April 3, 2013    2:00 PM EST

With speculation swirling around EPA rulemaking on quality assurance programs, EcoEngineers has announced that it is offering a free webinar for renewable fuel producers to offer clear direction for successfully implementing policies currently in process.
The …

Biomass 2013: How the Advanced Bioindustry Is Reshaping American Energy July 31-August 1 Washington, DC
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Biomass 2013:  How the Advanced Bioindustry Is Reshaping American Energy    July 31-August 1  Washington, DC

On July 31–August 1, 2013, US Department of Energy’s Bioenergy Technologies Office and Advanced Biofuels USA will co-host the sixth annual biomass conference, Biomass 2013: How the Advanced Bioindustry is Reshaping American Energy, at the …

Webinar: Biomass and the Military April 25, 2013 10:00AM EST
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Webinar: Biomass and the Military  April 25, 2013   10:00AM EST

On Thursday, April 25, 2013, from 10:00 a.m.–11:30 a.m. EST, Bioenergy Technologies Office staff members will talk about the latest joint efforts between the Department of Energy and the U.S. Navy to use biopower and …

Computational Studies in Lignocellulose Deconstruction April 15, 2013 12:40 PM – 2:15 PM EDT Webinar
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Computational Studies in Lignocellulose Deconstruction   April 15, 2013 12:40 PM – 2:15 PM EDT  Webinar

On April 15, 2013, from 1–2:15 p.m. ET, Dr. “Gnana” S. Gnanakaran—of Los Alamos National Laboratory—will present a webinar on his team’s molecular research on lignocellulosic biomass. Lignocellulose is a promising carbon-neutral source of energy …

Destination Green: ICAO Symposium on Aviation and Climate Change May 14-16, 2013 Montreal, Quebec, Canada
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Destination Green: ICAO Symposium on Aviation and Climate Change   May 14-16, 2013   Montreal, Quebec, Canada

Every three years, ICAO organizes a major environmental event to share information on the latest developments in the area of aviation and environment with its Members States and other key stakeholders. The purpose of these …

ATAG’s Aviation & Environment Workshop May 13, 2013 Montreal, Canada
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ATAG’s Aviation & Environment Workshop    May 13, 2013    Montreal, Canada

The only event to be jointly organised in cooperation with the leading industry associations: ACI, CANSO, IATA and ICCAIA.
The aviation industry has joined forces like no other industry to work on common programmes to reduce …

The Algae Biomass Organization Announces Algae Biomass Summit 2013 Student Travel Grants DEADLINE April 17, 2013
March 27, 2013 – 4:47 pm | No Comment

(Algae Biomass Organization)  The Algae Biomass Organization is pleased to announce that it is offering a minimum of seven $500 travel grant scholarships to attend the 7th Annual Algae Biomass Summit in Orlando, FL, USA, …

American University to Celebrate Switch to B20 at April 2 Event
March 27, 2013 – 3:55 pm | No Comment

by Ron Kotrba (Biodiesel Magazine)  For biodiesel fans in the Washington, D.C., area, American University is the place to be April 2 as the Greater Washington Region Clean Cities Coalition co-hosts an engagement highlighting American …

CALL FOR PAPERS: World Clean Technology Summit (WCTS) October 31-November 2, 2013 Kampala, Uganda DEADLINE: August 1
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CALL FOR PAPERS: World Clean Technology Summit (WCTS)   October 31-November 2, 2013    Kampala, Uganda   DEADLINE: August 1

Founded in 2006, Pilot International was the first private sector driven International Organization based in Uganda, whose purpose is to promote global sustainable development for the benefit of humanity and the planet. Since its foundation, …

World Clean Technology Summit (WCTS) October 31-November 2, 2013 Kampala, Uganda
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World Clean Technology Summit (WCTS)   October 31-November 2, 2013    Kampala, Uganda

Founded in 2006, Pilot International was the first private sector driven International Organization based in Uganda, whose purpose is to promote global sustainable development for the benefit of humanity and the planet. Since its foundation, …

Principles and Processes: Algae Culture Maintenance, Production and Downstream Processing May 6-10, 2013 Mesa, AZ
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Principles and Processes: Algae Culture Maintenance, Production and Downstream Processing   May 6-10, 2013   Mesa, AZ

This workshop covers the fundamentals of managing microalgae cultures, culturing techniques, measuring biomass, high-value natural products, harvesting and processing technologies, as well as life cycle analysis and operation at the commercial scale. Topics presented are …

35th Symposium on Biotechnology for Fuels and Chemicals April 29-May 2, 2013 Portland, OR
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35th Symposium on Biotechnology for Fuels and Chemicals    April 29-May 2, 2013   Portland, OR

Interest in producing greater amounts and a wider array of bio-based fuels and chemicals products from non-traditional renewable feedstocks such as algal and terrestrial biomass continues to surge, driven by higher prices for traditional commodity …

2015 Ag Connect Expo and Summit January 27-29, 2015 Indianapolis, IN
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2015 Ag Connect Expo and Summit   January 27-29, 2015   Indianapolis, IN

Introducing a world-class event that brings together the very latest in equipment, technology and ideas from all areas of agriculture production—all around the globe.  READ MORE

Palm Oil Palembang 2013 June 27-29 South Sumatra, Indonesia
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Palm Oil Palembang 2013     June 27-29  South Sumatra, Indonesia

PALM OIL PALEMBANG 2013 (in-conjunction with PALEMBANG INDUSTRIAL EXPO 2013)
27 – 29 JUNE 2013
ARYADUTA HOTEL PALEMBANG, SOUTH SUMATRA, INDONESIA
www.palembangexpo.com
Palembang, the capital of South Sumatra province, also the island’s largest city, is a deepwater port on …

Association for Environmental Studies and Sciences 2013 Conference June 19-22 Pittsburgh, PA
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Association for Environmental Studies and Sciences 2013 Conference   June 19-22    Pittsburgh, PA

We are pleased to announce that the 2013 conference will be held at Duquesne University in Pittsburgh, co-hosted by Chatham University. Taking advantage of the tremendous social, geographical, and environmental opportunities that the greater Pittsburgh …

16th Annual Congressional Renewable Energy & Energy Efficiency EXPO + Forum June 12, 2013 Washington, DC
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16th Annual Congressional Renewable Energy & Energy Efficiency EXPO + Forum   June 12, 2013   Washington, DC

On Wednesday-June 12, the Sustainable Energy Coalition – in cooperation with Members of the U.S. House of Representatives and U.S. Senate Renewable Energy & Energy Efficiency Caucuses – will host the 16th annual Congressional Renewable …

2013 Bioenergy Deployment Consortium Spring Symposium April 22-24 Greensboro, NC
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2013 Bioenergy Deployment Consortium Spring Symposium  April 22-24   Greensboro, NC

Tours are set for TRI on Monday afternoon and for Piedmont BioProducts on Wednesday morning.  Symposium presentations and discussions will take place all day Tuesday.
Preliminary Agenda:
Monday, April 22:

Arrival to the hotel and check in.

Make sure …

Auto Show’s Biodiesel Green Room Revs up Minnesota-Made Fuel
March 13, 2013 – 6:29 pm | No Comment

(The American Lung Association in Minnesota/Biodiesel Magazine)  While it has no oil wells, Minnesota is a motor-fuel-producing state. Minnesota has an annual production capacity of 63 million gallons of biodiesel, made primarily from the oil …

Transportation & National Defense Forum March 12-13, 2013 San Diego, CA
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Transportation & National Defense Forum  March 12-13, 2013  San Diego, CA

Join us in San Diego for a two day discussion about the opportunities and barriers for renewable energy presented by two important sectors in the western region: U.S. military bases and the transportation industry. A …

“Future of European Biofuels – Policy, Environment and Technology” Summit October 9-10, 2013 Poznan, Poland
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“Future of European Biofuels – Policy, Environment and Technology” Summit     October 9-10, 2013   Poznan, Poland

Conference will bring together valued participants from Industry, Academia, Research Organizations, Institutes and other associations with an interest in the production and use of Biofuels..
Due to the latest European Union Biofuel directives our agenda was …

When it Comes to Biofuels Driving the Economy, The Sky is the Limit
March 1, 2013 – 1:48 pm | No Comment

(BioTechNow)  Last week, Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack wrote a column talking about the unlimited opportunities for biofuels to grow the rural economy. He highlighted what the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) has already done to support …

Key Issues Driving the Global Sugar & Ethanol Markets March 5, 2013 Webinar 10:00AM ET
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Key Issues Driving the Global Sugar & Ethanol Markets    March 5, 2013   Webinar  10:00AM ET

Speakers from Platts and Kingsman will be addressing the key issues currently driving the global sugar and ethanol markets. Join our speakers as they address:

What trends are we seeing in the U.S. and global ethanol …

Biofuels International 2013 September 11-12 Antwerp, Belgium
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Biofuels International 2013     September 11-12   Antwerp, Belgium

Now in its sixth year, Biofuels International 2013 attracts high-level companies involved in biofuel production, the operation of biofuel plants, transportation, aviation and storage, as well as attracting policy developers, R&D departments, company CEOs and …

Commercial Algae Farming Workshop April 11-12, 2013 The Woodlands, Texas
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Commercial Algae Farming Workshop     April 11-12, 2013     The Woodlands, Texas

The National Algae Association (NAA) has announced a Commercial Algae Farming Workshop to be held April 11-12, 2013 at the Homewood Suites by Hilton, 29813 I-45 North, in The Woodlands, Texas.
The workshop presentation topics will include Growing for …

CALL FOR PRESENTATIONS: Commercial Algae Farming Workshop April 11-12, 2013 The Woodlands, Texas DEADLINE: March 15, 2013
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CALL FOR PRESENTATIONS:  Commercial Algae Farming Workshop    April 11-12, 2013     The Woodlands, Texas   DEADLINE: March 15,  2013

The National Algae Association (NAA) has announced a Commercial Algae Farming Workshop to be held April 11-12, 2013 at the Homewood Suites by Hilton, 29813 I-45 North, in The Woodlands, Texas.
The workshop presentation topics will include Growing for …

Corporate Social Responsibility Strategy and Management: Creating Shared Value through Collaborative Sustainable Development May 6-10, 2013 Cape Town, South Africa
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Corporate Social Responsibility Strategy and Management: Creating Shared Value through Collaborative Sustainable Development    May 6-10, 2013   Cape Town, South Africa

The essential course to prepare professionals to work in the expanding field of corporate social responsibility and sustainable development
McGill University’s Institute for the Study of International Development and the law firm of Fasken Martineau are …

CALL FOR PAPERS: Algae Biomass Summit September 30-October 3, 2013 Orlando, FL DEADLINE: April 3, 2013
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CALL FOR PAPERS:  Algae Biomass Summit   September 30-October 3, 2013    Orlando, FL   DEADLINE: April 3, 2013

The Algae Biomass Organization is now accepting abstracts for speaking and poster opportunities for the 2013 Algae Biomass Summit, to be held at the Hilton Orlando in Orlando, Florida, September 30th to October 3rd.
The large …

EnergyPath July 29-August 2, 2013 Villanova, PA
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EnergyPath  July 29-August 2, 2013   Villanova, PA

Energypath is an annual five-day conference that brings together thought leaders in industry, academia, government, and finance to deliver critical knowledge and independent analysis on future trends in sustainable energy technologies, policies and markets.   …

Webinar – Measure Biofuel Parameters – When And Where You Need To March 5, 2013 16:00 UTC
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Webinar – Measure Biofuel Parameters – When And Where You Need To   March 5, 2013  16:00 UTC

The increased growth in the use of biofuels and associated regulations has presented the industry with a unique set of challenges. The breadth of source materials requires careful control of the quality of the end …

CALL FOR PAPERS: Symposium on Thermal and Oxidative Stability of Biodiesel Blended D975 and D7467 Compliant Fuels: Excluding S5000 Grade Fuels June 27, 2013 Montreal, Quebec, Canada DEADLINE: March 8, 2013
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CALL FOR PAPERS: Symposium on Thermal and Oxidative Stability of Biodiesel Blended D975 and D7467 Compliant Fuels: Excluding S5000 Grade Fuels    June 27, 2013      Montreal, Quebec, Canada  DEADLINE: March 8, 2013

To provide a technical forum to present papers that discuss current phenomena associated with the thermal and oxidative instability of biodiesel blended D975 & D7467 compliant fuels; excluding S5000 grade fuels. This is unique from …

Symposium on Thermal and Oxidative Stability of Biodiesel Blended D975 and D7467 Compliant Fuels: Excluding S5000 Grade Fuels June 27, 2013 Montreal, Quebec, Canada
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Symposium on Thermal and Oxidative Stability of Biodiesel Blended D975 and D7467 Compliant Fuels: Excluding S5000 Grade Fuels    June 27, 2013      Montreal, Quebec, Canada

To provide a technical forum to present papers that discuss current phenomena associated with the thermal and oxidative instability of biodiesel blended D975 & D7467 compliant fuels; excluding S5000 grade fuels. This is unique from …

CALL FOR PAPERS: Biochemicals & Bioplastics 2013 June 19-20 Frankfurt, Germany DEADLINE: unclear
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CALL FOR PAPERS:  Biochemicals & Bioplastics 2013   June 19-20   Frankfurt, Germany   DEADLINE: unclear

Biorenewable chemicals are chemicals derived from bio-based feedstocks, which are renewable since they can be seasonally cultivated and exploited, as corn, sugar cane, wheat and cellulose. In most cases, prior to conversion to chemicals, the …

Biochemicals & Bioplastics 2013 June 19-20 Frankfurt, Germany
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Biochemicals & Bioplastics 2013   June 19-20   Frankfurt, Germany

Biorenewable chemicals are chemicals derived from bio-based feedstocks, which are renewable since they can be seasonally cultivated and exploited, as corn, sugar cane, wheat and cellulose. In most cases, prior to conversion to chemicals, the …

CALL FOR PAPERS: ACI’s 4th Annual Lignofuels Summit September 25-26, 2013 London, UK DEADLINE unclear
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CALL FOR PAPERS: ACI’s 4th Annual Lignofuels Summit    September 25-26, 2013    London, UK  DEADLINE unclear

The two day conference will bring together key industry stakeholders to discuss ways of advancing biotechnologies for cost-competitive biorefineries  in the face of political & economic uncertainty within the sector.

Lignofuels Production Update – What’s Next?
Sustainable …

ACI’s 4th Annual Lignofuels Summit September 25-26, 2013 London, UK
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ACI’s 4th Annual Lignofuels Summit    September 25-26, 2013    London, UK

The two day conference will bring together key industry stakeholders to discuss ways of advancing biotechnologies for cost-competitive biorefineries  in the face of political & economic uncertainty within the sector.

Lignofuels Production Update – What’s Next?
Sustainable …

CALL FOR PAPERS: North American Biochar Symposium 2013 October 13-16, 2013 Amherst, MA DEADLINE: March 4, 2013
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CALL FOR PAPERS: North American Biochar Symposium 2013  October 13-16, 2013    Amherst, MA  DEADLINE: March 4, 2013

2013 Symposium will be organized into the following Tracks:

Feedstocks and Technology
Benefits of Biochar
Scales, Sales, and Marketing
Policy and Community Engagement

We are pleased to be accepting submissions of abstracts! We look forward to hearing about your work.
Initial …

CALL FOR PAPERS and POSTERS: tcbiomass2013 September 3-6, 2013 Chicago, IL DEADLINE: March 15, 2013
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CALL FOR PAPERS and POSTERS: tcbiomass2013 September 3-6, 2013 Chicago, IL   DEADLINE:  March 15, 2013

The tcbiomass2013 Technical Program Committee invites you to share your latest breakthroughs, experiences, and innovations with the global bioenergy industry. A broad array of papers will be selected for oral or poster presentation at dedicated …

Platts 2nd Annual Biofuels Conference 2013 June 10-11 Amsterdam, The Netherlands
February 11, 2013 – 5:15 pm | No Comment
Platts 2nd Annual Biofuels Conference 2013   June 10-11    Amsterdam, The Netherlands

Building on the success of our inaugural event in 2012, Platts will once again bring together leaders of the Biofuels community to discuss how a stable legal framework can be developed to enable biofuels to …

World Biofuels 2013 May 23-24 Seville, Spain
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World Biofuels 2013    May 23-24     Seville, Spain

Organised by F.O. Licht and Focus-Abengoa, World Biofuels 2013 is one of the most important fixtures in the biofuels calendar.  A dynamic and highlyauthoritative global biofuels conference, the 2 days in Seville are dedicated to giving you …

Master Limited Partnerships (MLPs) April 17, 2013 Houston, TX
February 11, 2013 – 5:00 pm | No Comment
Master Limited Partnerships (MLPs)  April 17, 2013   Houston, TX

This seminar provides an introduction to Master Limited Partnerships (MLPs). The seminar will explore various aspects of MLPs, including tax issues, financial considerations, how governance of MLPs works, and the process by which MLPs obtain …

European Biodiesel 2013 June 12-13 Lisbon, Portugal
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European Biodiesel 2013  June 12-13    Lisbon, Portugal

Reviewing the Latest Technologies, Policies & Strategies Shaping the Future of First & Advanced Generation Biodiesel & Bio-Oil Derived Jet Fuel in Europe
A unique and highly-focused event, ACI’s 6th annual European Biodiesel conference will comprise two …

CALL FOR PRESENTATIONS: Agri Investment Forum June 26, 2013 Toronto, Ontario, Canada
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CALL FOR PRESENTATIONS: Agri Investment Forum    June 26, 2013   Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Agri Investment Forum encourages early and emerging companies within the farmland, animal, water, and sustainable energy sectors to apply to present. Presenters will also have the opportunity to secure a corporate display table in the foyer …

6th International Conference on Biodiesel. Biodiesel – A Fuel on the Move May 7-8, 2013 Berlin, Germany
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6th International Conference on Biodiesel. Biodiesel – A Fuel on the Move  May 7-8, 2013  Berlin, Germany

Biofuels remain a topic that is controversial, and although frequently attacked unjustly, they remain an important component in maintaining our mobility and the fight against climate change.
The biofuels of the “First Generation” today represent the …

Transforming Transportation 2013
January 25, 2013 – 5:30 pm | No Comment

By Josh Rathod (Advanced Biofuels USA) The Transforming Transportation ’13 conference, held at the World Bank headquarters in Washington, DC, proved to be an exciting event for sustainable industry everywhere. During one of the primary …

Workshop on Sustainable Biomass Production in South-East Africa March 19-21, 2013 Maputo, Mozambique
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Workshop on Sustainable Biomass Production in South-East Africa    March 19-21, 2013    Maputo, Mozambique

The workshop is organised by NL Agency with the support of WIP Renewable Energies. The objective is to discuss and share experiences on current initiatives for the development of sound frameworks for bioenergy in African …

Agri Investment Forum June 26, 2013 Toronto, Ontario, Canada
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Agri Investment Forum    June 26, 2013   Toronto, Ontario, Canada

The Agri Investment Forum is the only program of events in Canada dedicated to showcasing the highest potential emerging and growth stage agri-businesses. The Forum brings together active institutional and private investors with leading edge …

tcbiomass2013 September 3-6, 2013 Chicago, IL
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tcbiomass2013   September 3-6, 2013  Chicago, IL

Join us at the cutting edge of thermochemical biomass conversion—real science, real solutions.
Gas Technology Institute (GTI) is pleased to announce tcbiomass2013, the International Conference on Thermochemical Biomass Conversion Science. Mark your calendars for Chicago, IL USA …

ACORE National Renewable Energy Policy Forum February 5-6, 2013 Washington, DC
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ACORE National Renewable Energy Policy Forum     February 5-6, 2013   Washington, DC

Moving From Politics to Policy: Advancing the Business of Renewable Energy
As we move beyond election year politics into 2013, there is general consensus that continued inaction should not be an option for the new Congress. …

F.O. Licht’s World Ethanol and Biofuels November 4-7, 2013 Munich, Germany
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F.O. Licht’s World Ethanol and Biofuels   November 4-7, 2013   Munich, Germany

Now in its 16th year, F.O. Licht’s World Ethanol and Biofuels is the must attend event for the global ethanol and biofuels community. Recognised as the best forum for in-depth analysis and as the biggest week of trade …

CALL FOR PAPERS: North American Biochar Symposium 2013 October 13-16, 2013 Amherst, MA DEADLINE: March 4, 2013
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CALL FOR PAPERS: North American Biochar Symposium 2013  October 13-16, 2013    Amherst, MA   DEADLINE:  March 4, 2013

The symposium will be organized into the following tracks:

Feedstocks and Technology, chaired by Hugh McLaughlin
Benefits of Biochar, chaired by Kathleen Draper
Scales, Sales, and Marketing, chaired by Amanda Ravenhill
Policy and Community Engagement, chaired by Erich Knight

We are currently reviewing abstracts for these tracks. We …

PalmEx Indonesia 2013 October 2-4 Medan, Indonesia
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PalmEx Indonesia 2013   October 2-4   Medan, Indonesia

The 5th PALMEX Indonesia 2013 is the only specialized Palm Oil event in Asia that brings together an international congregation of both upstream and downstream palm oil companies and also its supporting industries gathered in …

Pacific Rim Summit on Industrial Biotechnology & Bioenergy December 8-11, 2013 San Diego, CA
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Pacific Rim Summit on Industrial Biotechnology & Bioenergy   December 8-11, 2013   San Diego, CA

Building Innovative Collaborations Across the Pacific
The annual Pacific Rim Summit on Industrial Biotechnology and Bioenergy is the original conference dedicated solely to the growth of the industrial biotechnology and bioenergy sectors in North America and …

Keystone Farm Show: Lessons Learned
January 19, 2013 – 3:43 pm | No Comment

By Joanne Ivancic (Advanced Biofuels USA)  Thanks to Lee Publications, the organizers of farm shows up and down the mid-Atlantic, for donation of booth space at the “farm show for farmers,” Keystone Farm Show 2013.  …

9th Sugar World Asia April 28-30, 2013 Yangon, Burma/Myanmar
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9th Sugar World Asia    April 28-30, 2013  Yangon, Burma/Myanmar

CMT is an active global conference organizer and since 1982 supports business development across Asia, MidEast/Africa and the Americas. Recent political and economic reforms in Myanmar are very encouraging with the country favored as the …

Strengthening and Serving a Growing Biofuels Community February 8, 2013 Oxford, NC
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Strengthening and Serving a Growing Biofuels Community   February 8, 2013   Oxford, NC

The Biofuels Center of North Carolina and the Small Business and Technology Development Center (SBTDC) will hold a joint symposium on Friday, 8 February 2013, from 1 to 4 p.m. to highlight facilities, services, and …

Sustainable Development of Algal Biofuels in the United States
January 4, 2013 – 9:48 am | No Comment

by Bradley Frieze (Advanced Biofuels USA)  Dr. Jennie Hunter-Cevera and Dr. Mark Jones of the National Academy of Science Division on Earth and Life Studies gave a public webinar on November 27th, 2012 about the …

Advanced Biofuels Deployment Investing in Europe’s Future February 6-7, 2013 Brussels, Belgium
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Advanced Biofuels Deployment Investing in Europe’s Future   February 6-7, 2013  Brussels, Belgium

The Fifth Stakeholder Plenary Meeting of EBTP (SPM5) is a conference for all European biofuels stakeholders to be held at the Diamant Conference Centre in Brussels. The conference will run from 12:30-20:00 on 6th February 2013 and 9:00-13:30 on …

CALL FOR PAPERS: The 3rd International Conference on Algal Biomass, Biofuels and Bioproducts June 16-19, 2013 Toronto, Ontario, Canada DEADLINE February 15, 2013
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CALL  FOR PAPERS: The 3rd International Conference on Algal Biomass, Biofuels and Bioproducts June 16-19, 2013 Toronto, Ontario, Canada  DEADLINE February 15, 2013

We’re pleased to announce the first five confirmed speakers for the 3rd International Conference on Algal Biomass, Biofuels and Bioproducts. More speakers will be added to this list so please check the website regularly for …

The 3rd International Conference on Algal Biomass, Biofuels and Bioproducts June 16-19, 2013 Toronto, Ontario, Canada
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The 3rd International Conference on Algal Biomass, Biofuels and Bioproducts    June 16-19, 2013    Toronto, Ontario, Canada

The 3rd International Conference on Algal Biomass, Biofuels and Bioproducts provides direct interaction for attending delegates, with scientific and technical leaders in this field. Emphasis will be placed on the latest unpublished technical and scientific …

International Fuel Ethanol Workshop & Expo June 10-13, 2013 St. Louis, MO
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International Fuel Ethanol Workshop & Expo    June 10-13, 2013   St. Louis, MO

Now in its 29th year, the FEW provides the global ethanol industry with cutting-edge content and unparalleled networking opportunities in a dynamic business-to-business environment. The FEW is the largest, longest running ethanol conference in the …

CALL FOR PAPERS: 9th International Conference on Renewable Resources & Biorefineries June 5-7, 2013 Antwerp, Belgium DEADLINE: January 15, 2013
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CALL FOR PAPERS:  9th International Conference on Renewable Resources & Biorefineries June 5-7, 2013 Antwerp, Belgium   DEADLINE: January 15, 2013

The 9th edition of the International Conference on Renewable Resources & Biorefineries will take place in Antwerp, Belgium, from Wednesday June 5 until Friday June 7, 2013.
Delegates from university, industry, governmental and non-governmental organizations and …

9th International Conference on Renewable Resources & Biorefineries June 5-7, 2013 Antwerp, Belgium
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9th International Conference on  Renewable Resources & Biorefineries    June 5-7, 2013    Antwerp, Belgium

The 9th edition of the International Conference on Renewable Resources & Biorefineries will take place in Antwerp, Belgium, from Wednesday June 5 until Friday June 7, 2013.
Delegates from university, industry, governmental and non-governmental organizations and …

CALL FOR PAPERS: 2013 Asia Pacific Clean Energy Summit and Expo and 2013 Islands & Isolated Communities Congress September 9 – 11 Honolulu, Hawaii DEADLINE: March 15 for Panels, May 24 for Proposals
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CALL FOR PAPERS: 2013 Asia Pacific Clean Energy Summit and Expo and 2013 Islands & Isolated Communities Congress September 9 – 11 Honolulu, Hawaii  DEADLINE: March 15 for Panels, May 24 for Proposals

The event is the preeminent meeting place for international leaders and energy experts at the forefront of the clean energy movement. Securing energy independence and developing a clean energy industry that promotes the vitality of …

2013 Asia Pacific Clean Energy Summit and Expo and 2013 Islands & Isolated Communities Congress September 9 – 11 Honolulu, Hawaii
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2013 Asia Pacific Clean Energy Summit and Expo and 2013 Islands & Isolated Communities Congress   September 9 – 11    Honolulu, Hawaii

The event is the preeminent meeting place for international leaders and energy experts at the forefront of the clean energy movement. Securing energy independence and developing a clean energy industry that promotes the vitality of …

Biodiesel Business Academy Releases 2013 Calendar of Events
December 19, 2012 – 4:58 pm | No Comment

by Ron Kotrba  (Biodiesel Magazine)  India-based Biodiesel Business Academy presents its calendar of events and training programs scheduled in 2013 on nonfood oil-based biofuels. The training portfolio was developed specifically to focus on the needs …

6th International Conference on Green and Sustainable Chemistry (GSC-6) August 4-7, 2013 Nottingham, UK
December 18, 2012 – 7:27 pm | No Comment
6th International Conference on Green and Sustainable Chemistry  (GSC-6)    August 4-7, 2013  Nottingham, UK

The Local Organising Committee for the 6th International Conference on Green and Sustainable Chemistry (GSC-6) look forward to welcoming you to Nottingham, “The Home of Robin Hood” during the summer of 2013 (August 4-7) to …

Washington Auto Show February 1-10, 2013, Washington, DC
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Washington Auto Show    February 1-10, 2013, Washington, DC

Presenting the very latest in thinking, technology, design, innovation, alternative fuel solutions, automotive safety and state-of-the-art prototypes, The Washington Auto Show is a global consortium of power, exploration and automotive frontiers that can only be …