The Biomass Innovation & Information Platform. Supporting the development of biomass crops in the UK as part of the Net Zero objective. Funded by @energygovuk
π± Join us for the Biomass Connect Showcase Event! π±
π November 7th-8th, 2024
π The Slate, Warwick
πΈ 2 days of talks, demos, presentations and info stands.
πΈ Hear from biomass innovators
πΈ Network with industry stakeholders
π Register Now: https://t.co/KbtCfAPzdS
π± Biomass Facts at Your Fingertips!
Explore our library of factsheets covering the latest advances in biomass technologies, cropping, and best practices.
π Discover more: https://t.co/dz61JCC9Sq
#Biomass#Factsheets#Sustainability#RenewableEnergy
π± November Hub Site Updates
As winter sets in across the Biomass Connect network, crops have entered full senescence, phenotyping is complete, and sites are preparing for winter maintenance.
π https://t.co/8CgOvegB3m
#BiomassConnect#Bioenergy#SustainableFarming
π± Emerging Biomass Crops: Eucalyptus, Black Locust & Sida
These Aug 2023 β Aug 2025 comparisons give an early look at how these less conventional species are performing as part of our broad evidence base for growers and policymakers.
πΏ SRC Willow: Vigorous, Reliable, and Rapidly Developing
Willow continues to impress in our demo hubs. These before-and-after images show the leap from early establishment in 2023 to dense, fast-growing stands in 2025.
π³ SRF Poplar
These Aug 2023 β Aug 2025 comparisons show just how rapidly SRF poplar can establish. Across multiple sites β from Devon to Ayrshire β weβre seeing strong height gain, resilient establishment, and developing woody structure suitable for future biomass supply.
πΎ Miscanthus: Two Years of Growth Across the UK
From Wales to Yorkshire and the Scottish Borders, Miscanthus has shown remarkable consistency across very different environments. These before-and-after images (Aug 2023 β Aug 2025) highlight its progress.
Issue 11 of Connect, the #BiomassConnect Newsletter is out.
π demonstrator hub updates,
π The Biomass Connect project - 4 years on,
π‘A focus on our outreach activities,
π€ Dates for your diary,
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October highlights from Biomass Connect πΏ
β Autumn phenotyping underway
β Senescence & growth patterns recorded
β Storm impacts managed
β Sites on schedule for data submission
Collaboration driving biomass innovation!
π https://t.co/hjyrV60zJc
π¦ New UK guidance highlights the importance of planning for mammal damage when establishing biomass plantations.
Early prevention = better survival, yield & sustainability.
π Read more: https://t.co/YWz3UCs5H2
#biomass#forestry#renewableenergy
πΏ September Demonstrator Hub Update
As the growing season closes, our sites report strong crop performance, minimal pest issues, and valuable data collection underway for the next season.
https://t.co/y7PqobtEKb
#biomass#renewableenergy#sustainablefarming#innovation
One way to valorise biomass crops is through the production of liquid biofuels.
A recent article from Carbon Brief explores how biofuels are being used globally to help meet climate targets and if they are achieving this goal.
https://t.co/4HFWrn0DS8
Is BECCS the future? Big Tech seems to think so.
A recent article highlights that Microsoft is investing heavily in BECCS as part of its plan to become carbon negative by 2030 β showing clear confidence in this technology over alternatives.
https://t.co/fYCLayCRac
The βfood vs fuelβ debate isnβt as clear-cut as it seems. πΎβ‘οΈ
A new EUBA report challenges assumptions about first-gen biomass crops β raising fresh questions for the bioeconomy.
π Read more: https://t.co/rZ18YjRN1Y
#BiomassConnect#Biofuels#Renewables
πΏ New on Biomass Connect: Biorefining β Unlocking the Full Value of Biomass. Discover how crops like Miscanthus & Willow can deliver fuels, chemicals & biomaterials while supporting #NetZero & rural economies.
π Read the full article: https://t.co/oUqlGn0mro
π± At #AgroforestryShow 2025, Biomass Connect joined Rothamsted to share insights on SRC willow in productive agroforestry.
Farm walks & talks drew strong interest, showing willowβs potential for biomass + resilience under drought πΏ
π https://t.co/8NycIRYXTg
#Agroforestry