FALL 2022 10 Canadian Biomass’ highlights from the 2022 Wood Pellet Association of Canada conference, held in-person in Vancouver Sept. 20-21. 12 Reconnecting, refocussing 16 Canadian-headquartered biogas heavyweight Anaergia has been quietly amassing a global portfolio of projects and has turned its attention to full integration. At your disposal 18 Researchers at Iowa State University are using treated biochar to absorb nutrients from liquid manure, repackaging them as slow-release fertilizer pellets. Manure to biochar 20 After years of growing in the residential heating market on the Island, Vancouver Island resident Marcus Woernle’s company BioFlame Briquettes just landed one of its largest supply contracts to date – a recreation centre in Saanich. 10 ISLAND ENERGY Practical advice on conveyor explosion venting to ensure the best system is chosen for each wood processing facility. Need to vent? 12 DEPARTMENTS 5 Industry news 16 “We’re improving water quality, we’re reducing greenhouse gases, we are reducing transportation problems of voluminous manure, and we are improving the economics.” Read more on page 18 COLUMNS 4 8 22 Editorial – Local buy-in WPAC – Working together for a better world Final Thoughts – Biofuels growth potential Our Cover Marcus Woernle owns and operates BioFlame Briquettes in Chemainus, B.C., suppling the residential heat market on Vancouver Island with an alternative to firewood. Read more on page 10. Canadian BIOMASS 3
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