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Regional Development: The Midwest
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Regional Developments of Biomass Energy:
The MidwestThis Webinar is brought to you by:
Biomass Thermal Energy Council (BTEC) and Heating the Midwest
With the generous support of the U.S. Forest Service
Wood Education Resource Center
2 PM ET, November 21, 2011
“The work upon which this publication is based was funded in whole or in part through a grant awarded by the Wood Education and Resource Center, Northeastern Area State and Private Forestry, U.S. Forest Service. This institution is an equal
opportunity provider.”
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Joseph Seymour - Introductions
Executive Director - Biomass Thermal Energy Council (BTEC)
I. Introduction - Seymour
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Quick notes
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Ask questions using the Questions Panel on the right side of your screen.
The recording of the webinar and the slides will be available after the event. Registrants will be notified by email.
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Speakers
Michael Curci, Business Development Manager and Retail Sales Consultant, Indeck EnergyBecky Philipp, Project Development Coordinator, Agricultural Utilization Research Institute Pamela Porter, Midwest Office Director, Biomass Energy Resource Center
Gregg Mast, V.P. - Agriculture & Biomass Business Cluster, BioBusiness Alliance of MinnesotaTM
Moderator
I. Event Introduction - Seymour
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Presentation OutlineI. Introduction – Joe SeymourII. Overview of the Midwest –
Gregg Mast
III. Demographics –
Michael Curci
IV. Resources –
Becky Philipp
V. Policy and Advocacy –
Pamela Porter
VI. Round Table Discussion –
Led by Gregg Mast
VII. Audience Q & A –
Gregg Mast
VIII.Next Events – Joe Seymour
[Full presentation will be available online, www.biomassthermal.org/resource/webinars.asp]
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Introduction BTEC
Introduction to BTEC
The Biomass Thermal Energy Council (BTEC) is the industry trade association dedicated to advancing the use of biomass for heat and other thermal energy applications.
Why was BTEC established?
1. To advocate for and promote the industry in the national energy policy debate
2. To reach out to and educate the public and decision makers on the benefits and advantages of using biomass for heat
3. To develop biomass energy research and analysis that enables sound investment and policy decisions
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BTEC’s membership* * As of November 13, 2011
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Introduction BTEC
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BTEC Membership
I. Introducing BTEC - Seymour
Abundant Power Ernst Biomass Public Policy VirginiaACT Bioenergy Forest Energy Rainforest AllianceAFS Energy Systems FutureMetrics Ray AlbrightAlliance for Green Heat Green Clean Heat Recast EnergyAlternative Energy Solutions International Indeck Ladysmith Renewable Energy ResourcesAmerican Agriculture Movement Innovative Natural Resource Solutions Resource Professionals GroupAmerican Biomass Integrated Biomass Resources Richmond Energy AssociatesAmerican Wood Fibers International Renewable Energy Technology Institute Sandri CompaniesAPEX International WoodFuels Santa Energy CorporationBear Mountain Forest Products Jesse E. Lyman Pellets Sewall CompanyBiomass Combustion Systems Lignetics of Virginia Skanden EnergyBiomass Commodities Corporation Maine Energy Systems State University of New York ‐ Environmental Science and Forestry
Biomass Energy Resource Center Maine Pellet Fuels Association Tarm BiomassBiomass Energy Works Marth Twin Ports TestingBionera Resources Missouri Corn Merchandising Council University of British ColumbiaBiowood Energy Montana Community Development Corporation Vapor Locomotive CompanyChip Energy National Network of Forest Practitioners VecoplanClean Power Development New England Wood Pellet Vermont Sustainable Jobs FundComact Equipment New Horizon Vermont Wood PelletConfluence Energy Northeast Mill Services ViessmannContinental Biomass Industries PA Pellets West Oregon Wood ProductsControl Labs Pellet Technology USA Western Ag EnterprisesCorinth Wood Pellet Pelletco Westervelt Renewable EnergyCousineau Forest Products Piney Wood Pellets Wilson Engineering ServicesDejno's Plum Creek Wisconsin Energy Conservation CorporationEcostrat Pratt & Whitney Power Systems ‐ Turboden WoodmasterEnviva Materials Proe Power Systems Zilkha Biomass Energy
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Project made possible by the USDA FS WERCBTEC awarded a grant from the USDA Forest Service’s Wood Education and Resource Center (WERC) in June 2010 to advance education and outreach on biomass thermal energy
The Center's mission is to work with the forest products industry toward sustainable forest products production for the eastern hardwood forest region.
Previous webinars available at: www.biomassthermal.org/resource.
All questions and attendee feedback will help form future activities.
Remember to answer the survey at the webinar’s conclusion!
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Gregg Mast - ModeratorV.P. Agriculture & Biomass Business Cluster, BioBusiness Alliance of MinnesotaTM
Overview of the Midwest
II. Overview of the Midwest - Mast
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Overview:• Volunteers representing industry, government,
non-profit, university and tribal organizations• Seek to grow awareness and usage of sustainable
biomass for heating and CHP
Mission: “To advance biomass thermal heating in the Midwest for a more sustainable future, while improving the economic, environmental and social well-being of the region.”
Michael Curci, Indeck
Energy, LLC (chairperson); mcurci@indeckenergy.com
Scott Bagley, Center for Cooperative Forest Enterprises; scott@nnfp.org
Jeff Borling, Area Partnership for Economic Expansion; jborling@apexgetsbusiness.com
Brian Brashaw, University of Minnesota Duluth NRRI; bbrashaw@nrri.umn.edu
Per Carlsson, ABioNova; per.carlsson@abionova.se
Julie Goetz, Hearth & Home Technologies; goetzj@hearthnhome.com
Fred Iutzi, Illinois Institute for Rural Affairs, Western Illinois University; F‐Iutzi@wiu.edu
Gregg Mast, The BioBusiness
Alliance of Minnesota; gmast@biobusinessalliance.org
T.J. Morice, Marth
Wood Shaving Supply, Inc.; tj@marthwood.com
Becky Philipp, Agricultural Utilization Research Institute; bphilipp@auri.org
Pam Porter, Biomass Energy Resource Center ‐Midwest Office; paporter@sbcglobal.net
Chris Wiberg, Timber Products Inspection; cwiberg@tpinspection.com
Bruno Zagar, Fond du Lac Band of Lake Superior Chippewa; BrunoZagar@FDLREZ.COM
Steering Committee
Demographics Action Team
Biomass Resources Action Team
Biomass Combustion Technology Action Team
Benefits & ConsequencesAction Team
Public Policy Action Team
Affiliated and Supported by:Biomass Energy Resource CenterBiomass Thermal Energy CouncilPellet Fuels Institute
Economic:• Potential to create good jobs –
expand
rural economic development• Price of biomass must be competitive with
the regional price of fossil fuels (natural gas, LPG, heating oil)
• Requires reliable cost, quality, and long- term availability of feedstock
Environmental:• Sustain health and productivity of forest
and agricultural-based industries• Enhanced carbon advantages• CO2
reduction cost
Social:• Build healthy and vibrant communities• Increase awareness, education, and
availability of biomass thermal conversion technology
• Expand support for public policy to grow the biomass thermal industry
Source: U.S. Census Bureau
652,894 units
Source: U.S. Census Bureau
592,324 units54,493 units
Pop(millions) Nat Gas Fuel Oil Elec LPG Other
US 330 51% 9% 30% 7% 2%
MN 5.3 68% 6% 12% 10% 4%WI 5.7 66% 8% 11% 11% 4%MI 10.0 78% 4% 7% 9% 2%ND 0.6 43% 9% 29% 16% 3%SD 0.8 48% 7% 20% 22% 3%IA 3.0 67% 2% 13% 16% 2%
25.4 70% 5% 11% 11% 3%
*2000 data per: www.eia.doe.gov/state/state energy profiles
Home Heating –
Share of Households*
Source: Chuck Hartley, LHB, 2011
In the Midwest Region…• Residents consume 941 trillion BTU/yr heating 9.6
million homes with only 3% coming from renewable sources
If 25% of home heating from renewable resourcesand 75% coming from sustainable biomass…• 9.4 mil TPY pellet equivalent would be consumed• $1.2B new dollars per year injected into regional
economy• $4.3B reduction in non-renewable fossil fuel costs
Source: Chuck Hartley, LHB, 2011
www.heatingthemidwest.org
1st
Annual“Heating the Midwest with Renewable Biomass”
Conference & Expo
Eau Claire, WIApril 25 –
27, 2012
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Michael CurciBusiness Development Manager and Retail Sales Consultant, Indeck Energy
Demographics
III. Demographics – Curci
BTEC Webinar - November 21, 2011
2000 Census2000 Census◦
Iowa 2.9 million◦
Illinois 12.4 million◦
Michigan 10 million◦
Minnesota 5.3 million◦
Wisconsin 5.7 millionTotal Population 36.3
2010 Census2010 Census◦
Iowa 3 million◦
Illinois 12.8 million◦
Michigan 9.9 million◦
Minnesota 5.3 million◦
Wisconsin 5.7 millionTotal Population 36.7
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Source: U.S. Census
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*Source: U.S. Energy Information Administration
Wisconsin Minnesota Michigan Iowa Illinois
Natural Gas
66% 68%` 78% 67% 81%
LPG 11% 10% 9% 16% 6.5%
Fuel Oil 8% 6% 4% 2% 1%
Electricity 11% 12% 7% 13% 12%
Wood 4% 4% 2% 2% 1%
Wisconsin Minnesota Michigan Iowa Illinois U.S.
Natural Gas
65.8% 67.7% 77.7% 65.2% 80.7% 49.7%
LPG 11.0% 10.1% 9.0% 13.6% 4.2% 5.2%
Fuel Oil 4.0% 3.4% 1.9% 1.0% 0.3% 6.8%
Wood 4.5% 2.6% 3.1% 1.7% 0.5% 2.0%
Electricity 13.3% 14.4% 7.3% 17.1% 13.6 34.8%
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*Source: U.S. Census
Population % of PopulationTotal 86,505 100%Natural Gas 38,062 44%LPG 11,525 13.3%Electric 14,380 16.6%Fuel Oil 14,004 16.2%Wood 4,130 4.8%Other 4,404 5.1%
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*Source: U.S. Census
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#2 Fuel oil = $3.29 per gallon ◦
$29.80 per mmbtu
@ 80 efficiency
LPG = $2.9 per gallon ◦
$37.76 per mmbtu
@80% efficiency
Natural Gas = $9.72 per thousand cubic feet ◦
$9.48 per mmbtu
@ 80% efficiency
Wood Pellets = $200.00 per ton retail◦
$13.55 per mmbtu
@ 90% efficiency
What is the total energy consumption of our region and how is it distributed.
How much fossil fuel are we using (gallons of fuel oil, ___ of natural gas) and where do these fossil fuels come from.
How does biomass thermal compare with solar and geothermal (others?) in our region as a reasonable renewable solution?
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Contact:
Mike Curci, Indeck
Energy(850)557-7674
mcurci@indeckenergy.com
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Becky Philipp Project Development, Coordinator, Agricultural Research Utilization Institute
Resources
IV. Resources– Philipp
Becky PhilippProject Development Director
Agricultural Utilization Research Institute (AURI)
BTEC Webinar - November 21, 2011
Overarching goal of the Team:◦
Determine what the overall assets are for thermal heating for the Midwest.
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Team Members: ◦
35 groups from industry, government, non-profits and tribal organizations representing IL, IA, MI, MN, ND, SD & WI
Action Team Leaders: ◦
Alan Doering, Senior Associate Scientist Co-Products, AURI◦
Becky Philipp, Project Development Director, AURI
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Immediate Goal:◦
Midwest Biomass Resources Inventory
Desired Outcome:◦
“Snap shot”
of Midwest biomass resources for
the 2012 HTM Conference and furthering the HTM Vision.
Future Goal:o Expanding the regional biomass industry &
infrastructure
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Midwest Biomass Resources Inventory Project◦
Assembly of existing regional resources and project estimates into one database
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Project Funders: Agricultural Utilization Research Institute (AURI), Crookston/Waseca/Marshall, MinnesotaJoint Economic Development Commission (JEDC), Bemidji, MinnesotaMinnesota Power, Duluth, Minnesota
Project Leads:AURI, Alan Doering, Co-Products Utilization, Waseca, MNNorth Dakota State University (NDSU), David Ripplinger, Dept. of Agribusiness & Applied Economics, Fargo, ND
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Stover Poplar Chips
Switchgrass
Ash 10% 1.5% 6%Percent Volatiles
75% 82% 76%
HHV 7967 8431 7956Density 8 lb/ft3 13 lb/ft3 7 lb/ft3
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Sources: National Renewable Energy Lab & Pennsylvania State University
State Forest Crop Residue Mill WasteIllinois 802,576 22,747,306 329,102 Iowa 246,176 24,256,741 179,618 Michigan 1,749,172 3,857,551 1,704,938 Minnesota 2,904,227 13,901,763 1,208,444 North Dakota 29,194 7,338,291 7,056 South Dakota 133,858 7,213,061 196,794 Wisconsin 3,693,441 4,367,612 1,591,889
Source: National Renewable Energy Laboratory
Forest Residue –
Dry Tonnes Per Year Agricultural Residue –
Dry Tonnes Per Year
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The project’s scope is large, but we are building on the work of others… …and as a team.
Assembled current biomass feedstock availability research (national and Midwest studies)
Studies also shared with the broader bioenergy community via KDF Knowledge Library
Developed regional biomass inventory database consisting of existing datasets
Identified preliminary methods for estimating technical and economical feasibility supplies of forest, agricultural and dedicated energy biomass
Begun drafting the preliminary report
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Work is underway◦
Anticipated Completion of Preliminary Draft –
January 2012◦
Final Report “Roll Out”
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Heating the Midwest
Conference, April 2012
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Contact: Becky Philipp, AURIbphilipp@auri.org(218) 281-7600
...Leading Agriculture Innovation from Idea to Reality
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Pamela Porter
Midwest Office Director, Biomass Energy Resource Center
Regional Policy and Practical Approaches
V. Regional Policy and Practical Approaches - Porter
Pam PorterMidwest Director
Biomass Energy Resource Center
BTEC Webinar - November 21, 2011
Advance biomass thermal energy heating in the Midwest through policy development and implementation.
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Co-Chair, Pam Porter, Biomass Energy Resource CenterCo-Chair. Dennis Becker, University of MinnesotaBrian Brashaw, University of Minnesota-Duluth, NRRI (MN)Don Fosnacht, University of Minnesota-Duluth, NRRI (MN)Wayne Dupuis, Fond du Lac Band of Lake Superior Chippewa (MN)Nancy Lange, Izaak Walton League (MN).Kevin Maki, Fond du Lac Tribal and Community College (MN)Mark Lindquist, MN Department of Natural Resources (MN)Kari Howe, Office of Business Development, State of Minnesota (MN)Heather Rand, MN Dept of Employment and Economic Development (MN)Tony Mancuso, St. Louis County (MN)Fred Iutzi, Illinois Institute for Rural Affairs, Western Illinois Univ (IL)Gary Radloff, Wisconsin Bioenergy Initiative, University of Wisconsin (WI)
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State and national energy policy must include thermal energy to be comprehensive.
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Biomass is versatile but not limitless.3.
Midwest bioenergy facilities must be appropriately scaled to be sustainable.
4.
Provide economic development opportunities through distributed energy generation.
State and national energy policy must include thermal energy to be comprehensive.
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State and federal renewable energy policies should set goals for thermal energy production
2.
Develop statewide wood change-out programs 3.
Remove barriers to biomass in the Low Income Heating Assistance Program (LIHEAP)
4.
Set standards for biomass thermal in green building standards
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Biomass is versatile but not limitless. Must use biomass strategically; enable high-efficiency applications that reduce fossil fuel use, maintain air quality and are economically competitive.
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Develop statewide databases of energy use by fuel type and location.
2.
Provide greater access to investment capital for conversions
3.
Partner with state agencies and University extension to develop I&E programs that help businesses and households assess economic opportunities for biomass fuel
4.
Promote combination of renewable fuels to maximize efficiency (ie
solar thermal and
biomass heating)
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Midwest bioenergy facilities must be appropriately scaled to be sustainable. Biomass thermal systems produce fewer emissions than electricity or fuel. To maximize sustainability, we recommend a mix of agricultural and woody feedstocks.
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Develop state & regional assessments of forest and agricultural feedstocks
2.
Develop state sustainable harvesting guidelines for woody and agricultural energy
3.
Conduct technical assistance and market development toward community-scale users also.
4.
Create a check-off program to support biomass thermal market promotion and research
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Provide economic development opportunities through distributed energy generation. CHP facilities are advantageous, producing heat and power from a single fuel.
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Urge USDOE and USEPA to expand R&D of CHP technologies and train state staff
2.
Develop statewide case studies of successful heating and CHP projects
3.
Conduct or update CHP site potential studies for Midwest states
4.
Promote partnerships for utilities to co-locate thermal and CHP production with manufacturing
5.
Reform state policies to remove barriers to distributed generation
State No of CHP Install
ations
CHP Generation Capacity, % of Total
CHP Generation Capacity
Potential Community-Scale (<1 MW)
Illinois 139 3.2% 1367Michigan 89 10.2% 3101Wisconsin 80 8.7% 1527Minnesota 49 5.3% 754 842 MWOhio 49 2.2% 752
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Cite: USDOE Midwest Clean Energy Application Center;Kattner
FVP District Energy
“The Midwest appears to be leading the way in promoting the deployment of CHP.”
Pam Porter, Midwest DirectorBiomass Energy Resource Center
608-241-8640paporter@sbcglobal.net
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Round Table
VI. Round Table - Mast
Gregg Mast will now lead a round-table discussion, addressing markets, financing opportunities and technological advancement in the Midwest.
Questions for panelists can be written in the side bar and will be addressed in the following Q & A session.
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Q & A
VII. Discussion - Mast
Ask questions using the Questions Panel on the right side of your screen.
All questions and comments will be recorded and incorporated in the webinar summary report.
Also, please take a few moments to answer the survey questions after the conclusion of the webcast.
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Interviews with key industry leaders (10+, also on iTunes Podcasts)
Factsheets (biomass background, job data, technology, etc.)
Presentation (comprehensive program information)
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Other Resources
VIII. Other Resources - Seymour
All Resources are available here: biomassthermal.org/resources
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Upcoming Events
Northeast Biomass Heating Expo –March 21 - 23, 2012 in Saratoga Springs, New York
Come see what Biomass Heat can do for your customers, your clients, and your community!
Call for Abstracts Deadline: December 1, 2011!
More information is available at: www.nebiomassheat.com
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Upcoming Events
Heating the Midwest with Renewable Biomass Conference and Expo –April 25-27, 2012 in Eau Claire, WI
Join us for this inaugural event!
More information is available at: www.heatingthemidwest.org
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Upcoming Webinars
Next Webinars:
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The Future of Biomass Thermal Energy –
Advanced Technologies
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Early December, 2011
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Featuring Tom Miles from TR Miles Consulting•
Other Speakers TBA
Attendees of today’s webinar will receive timely notification of these webinars.
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Thank you!
BTEC Board of Directors
If you want to learn more about the biomass thermal industry, BTEC, or membership, visit
www.biomassthermal.org
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