Task 44 (Flexible Bioenergy and System Integration)

I am honoured to be appointed to lead the International Energy Agency Bioenergy Technology Collaboration Programme Task44 on Flexibility and System Integration, starting in January 2025. In the next three years, we will be bringing together perspectives from Austria, Canada, the European Commission, Finland, Germany, the Netherlands and Sweden. In this invited talk at the BBEST & IEA Bioenergy conference in Sao Paolo last week I define "system integration" and explore its relevance for engineering a bioeconomy and biorefineries. Many thanks to the team behind this work, including my colleagues from the Bioeconomy Synergies (BioSyn) initiative Judith Buchmaier, Sebastian Serna-Loaiza, Pralhad Burli, Biljana Kulisic, Christiane Hennig and from the IEA Bioenergy Technology Collaboration Programme Task40 and Task44. https://lnkd.in/d5eNNr8U

The BBEST – IEA Bioenergy Conference opened yesterday in S?o Paulo, gathering researchers from around the world to discuss Brazil’s leading role in promoting biofuels. As G20 president, Brazil has pushed the energy transition forward with initiatives like the Global Alliance for Biofuels and the Fuels of the Future law. Experts stressed the urgent global need for sustainable biofuels and the importance of inclusive low-carbon economies. This is a recap The event runs until Thursday, October 24. Read a round-up of the opening session ?? https://lnkd.in/dhYbx_HZ ?? For those who couldn’t attend, video recordings are available on YouTube ?? https://lnkd.in/dtCJk2Ui

The international conference BBEST – IEA Bioenergy 2024 is just around the corner! From October 22nd to 24th, S?o Paulo will host a unique event featuring two conferences: the Brazilian Bioenergy Science and Technology Conference (BBEST), held every three years in Brazil, and the IEA Bioenergy triennial conference, which takes place in various locations around the globe. Dina Bacovsky, co-president of the conference and chair of the IEA Bioenergy Technology Collaboration Programme, recently emphasized the significance of bringing together international experts to enhance collaboration on bioenergy technologies and systems. Read more ?? https://lnkd.in/dqMd7RzT

Bio-Energy Centrale Cuijk (BECC) is transforming from a base-load solid biomass power plant to a flexible renewable energy hub, which is steered on optimizing operational margin instead of maximizing MWh output. In recent years, the biomass plant has been running more and more as a flex unit, ramping up and down during the day, following the hourly power prices.?The combination with a battery and e-boiler provides opportunities to benefit from imbalance markets and ancillary services markets, optimizing the use of the existing grid connection. A?carbon capture (CCU/CCS) expansion project is currently under development, representing yet another optimization play. Learn more on the Task 44 Flexible Bioenergy and System Integration report ?? https://lnkd.in/dyY275qp Author: ?Daniel Goedhuis Bio Energie Centrale Cuijk | BECC BV

The small rural village of Mengsberg has opted for a state-of-the-art hybrid heating solution consisting of an open space solar thermal field (with buffer storage), a wood chip boiler, and an on-demand and redundant biopropane boiler for fully renewable heat supply. Mengsberg's concept is based on the variant of a three-stage heat generation system with redundancy, so that a reliable heat supply to all connected buildings is guaranteed 365 days a year. ?? https://lnkd.in/eGWTupNa Task 44 Flexible Bioenergy and System Integration

The International Energy Agency (IEA) recently released its "Renewables 2024" report, offering forecasts for renewable energy deployment in electricity, transport, and heat through 2030. It highlights key challenges and barriers to growth, with a special focus on renewable fuels like bioenergy, biogases, renewable hydrogen, and e-fuels. Key insights include: - Renewable fuels will account for less than 6% of global energy demand by 2030, with growth concentrated in Brazil, China, Europe, India, and the US. - Bioenergy leads the way, making up 95% of the total renewable fuel increase, especially in the industrial and transport sectors. - Aviation and maritime biofuels are expanding, but competition for residue oils is growing. - Biogases and renewable hydrogen are gaining momentum, particularly in transport and industry. Despite growth, renewable fuel adoption is projected to fall short of what's needed to reach net-zero by 2050, unless stronger policies and innovations close the cost gap with fossil fuels. Learn more ?? https://lnkd.in/dgZ-rCxt

?? Happening Tomorrow! Don’t miss the first webinar in our Autumn Series: Bioenergy for Flexibility in Energy Systems – Heat Demand. ?? Building on our previous session, this webinar will dive into how bioenergy can address fluctuating heat demand across sectors, providing a flexible solution for industries, commercial buildings, and residential areas. ??? Invited speakers include:? - Johannes Schmidl, proPellets Austria? - Jawahar Harinarayanan, BECIS - Commercial Industrial Solutions? - Kjell Andersson, IEA Bioenergy Technology Collaboration Programme T44? - Christian Rakos, World Bioenergy Association ?? Register now: https://lnkd.in/dkFnrugk #bioenergy #renewableenergy #sustainability #webinar #heatdemand #energytransition #flexibility

The otherwise unused wood from forest and landscape management is converted in a pyrolysis type thermochemical process at 850 °C to a gaseous fuel and biochar. While the wood gas is converted in four gas engines to produce renewable electricity for around 8,000 households and heat that is used by a sugar factory and the regional district heating network, biochar is also discharged from the process. Part of the carbon stored in the wood is permanently removed from the atmosphere in the form of biochar. The biochar is used in agriculture to improve the soil, as a feed additive or as active carbon for water cleaning. Learn more about wood-based CHP with biochar production for negative emissions on this best practice analysis by Task 44 Flexible Bioenergy and System Integration ?? https://lnkd.in/duT3rFpS

?vik Energi AB will partner with Liquid Wind to provide CO2?for the first commercial-scale eFuel facility. Biogenic CO2?emissions from the biomass CHP facility will be captured and combined with renewable hydrogen to produce e-methanol. The fuel will be used by the marine industry to enable carbon neutral shipping. Read more in Task 44 Flexible Bioenergy and System Integration analysis of best practices in flexible bioenergy ?? https://lnkd.in/dNq6EU5B

?? Exciting news for researchers, scientists, and professionals in the field of bioenergy! The BBEST & IEA Bioenergy Conference is still accepting abstract submissions. This is a fantastic opportunity to showcase your innovative research, share insights, and connect with leading experts in the bioenergy sector. ?? Why Submit an Abstract? - SHOWCASE YOUR RESEARCH: Present your latest findings and innovations to a global audience of peers and industry leaders. - NETWORK WITH EXPERTS: Engage with fellow researchers, policy makers, and industry professionals. - CONTRIBUTE TO ADVANCEMENTS: Be part of the conversation shaping the future of bioenergy. ?? Before you submit your abstract, make sure to review the detailed guidelines provided on the conference website. ?? https://lnkd.in/d7zAHei3 Don't miss this chance to contribute to the global bioenergy dialogue. Submit your abstract today and be part of the future of sustainable energy!