World Bioenergy Association

25/05/2026

📢 The World Bioenergy Association is pleased to support the upcoming GTI Academy Workshop Series organised by the Greening the Islands Foundation under the Empowering Islands Programme.

🏝️ The workshop will explore how geothermal and bioenergy solutions can provide reliable 24/7 renewable energy generation to complement solar and wind systems on islands. Topics include biogas, waste-to-energy, circular economy approaches, geothermal resource assessment, and practical case studies.

🗣️ We are also pleased to share that our Executive Director, Bharadwaj Kummamuru, will contribute to the session as a speaker.

🔗 Learn more and register at https://greeningtheislands.org/gti-academy/

24/05/2026

🗣️ Join us on 30 June for GTI Academy Workshop 3, organised by the Greening the Islands Foundation under the Empowering Islands Programme. This session will explore how bioenergy and geothermal solutions can support stable, 24/7 renewable energy systems for islands, complementing solar and wind generation.

🔗 Learn more and register: https://greeningtheislands.org/gti-academy/

20/05/2026

🌍 "Bioenergy across Africa is accelerating. Be where it connects."

🌱 Taking place on 17–18 June 2026 in Johannesburg, South Africa, Bio360 Africa will bring together key stakeholders across bioenergy, circular value chains and carbon management for two days of exhibitions, conferences and networking.

🗣️ The World Bioenergy Association (WBA) is pleased to support the event and contribute through the session “Green Cooking in Africa: Building Integrated Bioenergy Ecosystems”, held under the auspices of the WBA Clean Cooking Working Group.

👥 We will also have an exhibitor area at the event and look forward to connecting with partners, members and stakeholders working to advance sustainable bioenergy solutions across Africa.

🔗 For more information, visit https://www.bio360-africa.com/

19/05/2026

The bioenergy sector plays a key role in the global energy transition, yet there is still limited data available on gender representation within the industry.

To help address this gap, the World Bioenergy Association has launched a survey focused on the participation and distribution of women in the bioenergy sector. The initiative aims to establish a foundation for long-term analysis and contribute to a better understanding of diversity and inclusion across the industry.

We invite professionals, companies, associations, researchers, and stakeholders from across the bioenergy value chain to participate in the survey and support this important initiative.

📋 Access the survey here: https://form.jotform.com/260842605831052
🗓️ Deadline: 22 May 2026

We also encourage you to share the survey within your professional networks. Broad participation is essential to ensure that the results are representative of the sector and valuable for future analysis and discussion.

All responses will remain confidential and results will be presented anonymously.

Thank you for contributing to a more informed and inclusive bioenergy sector.

18/05/2026

✍️ Experts from industry, academia and policy are invited to submit contributions for the "Fuels of the Future 2027", taking place on 18–19 January 2027 in Berlin.

✈️ The conference will explore key topics shaping renewable fuels and sustainable mobility, including biofuels and feedstocks, e-fuels, hydrogen, sustainable aviation fuels, policy frameworks and market development.

🗓️ Submission deadline: 02 June 2026
🔗 Submit here: www.fuels-of-the-future.com

The World Bioenergy Association is pleased to support this important platform advancing the decarbonisation of the transport sector.

10/05/2026

👥 Women make up around 40% of the global workforce, yet only 1 in 5 energy jobs is held by a woman. In renewable energy, women represent 32% of full-time jobs, but for the bioenergy sector, comparable data is still missing.

👉 To help close this knowledge gap, the World Bioenergy Association is launching an annual survey on the role and representation of women in bioenergy.

🔗 All genders are invited to participate. Responses will be treated confidentially, and results will be shared anonymously. Take part in the survey here: https://form.jotform.com/260842605831052 until 22 May 2026.

📊 The more responses we receive, the stronger and more representative the results will be. By participating and sharing the survey, you can help build a clearer picture of gender distribution in bioenergy and support more inclusive development across the sector. Thank you!

28/04/2026

🌐 Become part of the global bioenergy community!

As a member of the World Bioenergy Association, you gain access to exclusive content, speaking opportunities at WBA events, promotion of your products and services, representation at international energy and climate forums, and participation in expert working groups across the bioenergy value chain.

👥 Explore our members: https://www.worldbioenergy.org/our-members/

🔗 Learn about membership benefits and conditions: https://www.worldbioenergy.org/benefits/

26/04/2026

🤝 The World Bioenergy Association is pleased to welcome SGS Beta as a new member of our global network.

An ISO 17025-accredited laboratory, SGS Beta specializes in biogenic carbon content measurement of biomass-derived fuels using AMS carbon-14 analysis. Their services provide reliable third-party verification for biofuel blends, supporting transparency and credibility across the biomass value chain.

With fast turnaround times, in-house expertise, and results aligned with international standards such as ASTM D6866 and EN 16640, SGS Beta is a trusted partner for manufacturers, suppliers, and distributors worldwide.

We look forward to collaborating with SGS Beta to further strengthen data integrity and innovation in the global bioenergy sector.

🔗 Learn more about SGS Beta: https://www.betalabservices.com/

26/04/2026

🤝 The World Bioenergy Association is pleased to welcome Ecobora as a new member.

Ecobora is advancing access to clean energy through an innovative solar cookstove designed for rural and peri-urban schools. Their solution supports communities living on less than $2 a day by providing affordable, sustainable cooking, while significantly reducing indoor air pollution and associated health risks.

By replacing traditional cooking methods, Ecobora’s approach also contributes to forest conservation and climate mitigation delivering tangible social and environmental benefits.

🔗 We look forward to collaborating with Ecobora in advancing sustainable bioenergy solutions worldwide. To learn more about Ecobora, visit https://www.ecobora.co/

25/04/2026

📢 The recording of our recent webinar, “The Land Sector and Removals Standard: Supporting or Jeopardizing Greenhouse Gas Mitigation?”, is now available on the World Bioenergy Association YouTube channel.

👉 The session explored the implications of the GHG Protocol’s new Land Sector and Removals (LSR) Standard, set to take effect in 2027, and what it could mean for emissions accounting across the bioenergy value chain.

🌱 With the GHG Protocol widely used in corporate climate reporting, the discussion highlighted key methodological considerations, potential challenges, and impacts on biomass-related reporting.

🔗 Watch the full recording to gain insights into this important development for the bioenergy sector: https://youtu.be/o7p7xXy_V6Y

🗣️ We would like to thank all the speakers for their valuable contributions and insights: Annette Cowie, Michael Goldsworthy, and Tristan Brown.

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23/04/2026

📢 We are pleased to announce that the next World Bioenergy Association General Assembly will take place on June 17–18, 2026, in Stockholm, Sweden.

👥 This gathering brings together WBA members, observers, and the global bioenergy community to discuss the critical developments in bioenergy technologies, international policies, and market trends.

🔎 What to expect:
June 17: Immersive site visits and the official GA Networking Dinner.
June 18: The WBA General Assembly and the 76th WBA Board Meeting.

👉 More information regarding logistics and site visit locations will be shared soon. For inquiries, contact [email protected]