SUMMER 2021 10 14 B.C. log hauler transitions to grinding residual fibre, bringing benefits to the local community Bridging the gap 16 According to research from FutureMetrics, switching from coal to wood pellets in fossil fuel power plants, in conjunction with bioenergy carbon capture and storage, can permanently remove CO 2 from the atmosphere A carbon negative future? 18 The Wood Pellet Association of Canada (WPAC)’s annual conference will once again be virtual. Canadian Biomass presents the official show guide. 2021 WPAC Show Guide 22 10 A pilot project in Inuvik, N.W.T., is looking to turn waste cardboard into pellets for heating FROM CARDBOARD TO PELLETS Quebec greenhouse sees benefits switching from propane to a wood chip boiler for heating Going green 26 Canadian Biomass’ annual Pellet Gear Buyers Guide rounds up suppliers of pellet production equipment Pellet Gear Buyers Guide “We have encouraged the industry transformation to be more focused on bioenergy opportunities.” 16 DEPARTMENTS 5 6 24 Event coverage Industry news Equipment spotlight – Dust safety 22 Read the full story on page 14 COLUMNS 4 8 30 Editorial WPAC – Making a difference Final Thoughts Our Cover Valley Carriers recently completed a project grinding waste wood residuals in the forest and transporting the fibre to Merritt Green Energy to be used for electricity. Photo courtesy Ken Dunlop. Canadian BIOMASS 3
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