The Biomass Thermal Energy Council (BTEC) advances the sustainable use of wood and agricultural biomass for clean, efficient heat and combined heat and power to meet America's energy needs and strengthen local economies.

BTEC is an association of biomass fuel producers, appliance manufacturers and distributors, supply chain companies and non-profit organizations that view biomass thermal energy as a renewable, responsible, clean and energy-efficient pathway to meeting America’s energy needs. BTEC engages in research, education, and public advocacy for the fast growing biomass thermal energy industry. Learn more about BTEC and its vision >>

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BTEC WELCOMES ITS NEWEST MEMBERS

Massachusetts Forest Alliance "The Massachusetts Forest Alliance (MFA) was founded in 2012 for the purpose of representing and advocating for citizens and businesses who support a strong, sustainable forest economy.  Three previously separate groups (the Massachusetts Wood Producers Association, the Massachusetts Association of Professional Foresters, and the Massachusetts Forest Landowners Association) voted to combine their resources into one organization, to provide a unified and consistent voice in matters of forest policy.  In July of 2012, MFA’s Board of Directors began hiring a full-time staff to coordinate membership, policy, outreach, and educational efforts, develop a long-term strategic plan for the organization, and raise the funds necessary to accomplish MFA’s mission." Learn more >>
New Hampshire Public Utilities Commission The New Hampshire Public Utilities Commission (NHPUC) outlines in its mission statement the following: "To ensure that customers of regulated utilities receive safe, adequate and reliable service at just and reasonable rates." "To foster competition where appropriate." "To provide necessary customer protection." "To provide a thorough but efficient regulatory process that is fair, open and innovative." "To perform our responsibilities ethically and professionally in a challenging and supportive work environment." Learn more >>
Alodyne "Alodyne is a Maine-based company that provides your business with access to newer, safer, and more reliable heating equipment in a simple, cost-effective way." Learn more >>

BTEC NEWS

BTEC Applauds Senate Passage of Energy Policy Modernization Act
Washington, DC, April 22, 2016 - The Biomass Thermal Energy Council (BTEC) expressed its support for yesterday's Senate passage of S. 2012-the Energy Policy Modernization Act. Two key BTEC-supported provisions were included in this legislation that put clean, highly efficient energy from biomass on a better footing to contribute to our country's renewable energy and carbon reduction needs. Read more >>

BTU ACT Alert - Your Immediate Action Required
Urgent Grassroots Advocacy Alert - BTU Act - Please Act Today!

Washington, DC - April 8, 2016 -BTEC is requesting all members and industry stakeholders to send a very brief email to their Senators asking for their support to include Senator King's BTU ACT amendment in the Senate's manager's amendment to the FAA bill (H.R. 636). Read more >>

BTEC Announces New Executive Director Jeff Serfass
BTEC's Founding Executive Director to Lead Organization through Challenging Economic Environment

Washington, DC - March 9, 2016 - The Board of Directors of the Biomass Thermal Energy Council (BTEC) officially announced the appointment of Jeff Serfass to take over for Joel Stronberg as BTEC's Executive Director. Jeff has led the organization in its formative years in 2009 and 2010 and has continued to provide guidance as BTEC's Senior Advisor. Read more >>

UPCOMING EVENTS

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