2010 Wood Biomass Policy Review: Multi-Client Study

Multi-Client Study 2010 Wood Biomass Policy Review
NEW PUBLICATION! A comprehensive analysis and review of

U.S. and European wood biomass policies.
RISI’s study, 2010 Wood Biomass Policy Review, provides a concise review and analysis of the
policy drivers influencing development of the biomass energy sector in the US and Europe. This
Report will provide a profile of the renewable energy sectors in the US and Europe, a review of the
evolution of renewable energy policies, will reveal “lessons learned” and provide insight as to how
biomass energy is likely to develop in the future.
RISI’s 2010 Wood Biomass Policy Review provides:
A detailed energy profile for the U.S. European Wood Pellet Imports fromNorth America
and Europe, which places the demand 1600
for woody biomass energy in context of 1400

Canada USA
their overall energy sectors and other 1200
competing renewable energy forms. Thousand Tonnes

1000
A comprehensive and balanced review 800
of renewable energy policies in Europe, 600
and their likely impact in driving 400
demand for wood pellets and/or 200
woodchips imported from the United 0

1998 1999 2000 2001 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009E
States.
Pellet exports to Europe at record levels in 2009
A thorough review of existing and
pending federal and state regulations
and support mechanisms in the U.S., BCAP Registered Biomass Conversion Facilities by
which are driving the development of Type, Dec. 2009
biomass energy in the country. Pellets

14%
Pulp and Paper
31%
An analysis of the likely impacts of
government policies in the US and
Europe on biomass industry
development; underlying policy
objectives and how these will impact Utility
25%
future changes in the sector; expected
Wood Products
outcomes – the likely “winners and End-Users 14%
16%
losers”; and expected trends in
biomass wood demand.
Pulp & Paper companies have been quick to sign up to
BCAP
State, Federal and International Renewable Energy Policies, what this all means for wood
biomass demand:
State and federal agencies in the US have enacted or proposed dozens of policies either directly or indirectly
aimed at pushing the biomass energy movement forward at an extraordinary pace. At the same time, policies in
Europe appear to be pushing utilities there towards importing large quantities of chips or wood pellets, which
could add stress to the US wood fiber supply/demand balance. But how much of new renewable energy demand
will realistically be based on wood? Individuals and corporations playing (or hoping to) in this space are in need of
a concise, realistic review of these policies to mitigate the risks of their current or proposed investments. The vast
amount of information on this subject is overwhelming for anyone trying to quickly develop an accurate
perspective on the sector – this report will serve as the first and only comprehensive review of US and European
wood biomass energy related policies.
EU and USA: Gross Electricity Generation from Biomass Pellet Grade Wood Fiber Prices, Softwood,
120
December 2009
80
100 70
USA Europe
US$ per green short ton

60
80
50
60 40
30
40
20
20
10
0 0
1996 1997 1998 1999 2000 2001 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 S. Atlantic S. Central Northeast West E. Canada W. Canada
Note: Canadian prices are FOB sawmill, US prices are delivered

EU27 and USA: Gross Electricity Generation from Biomass, Source: Wood Biomass Market Report
1996 - 2007 Pellet prices in North America vary widely by region
Who should purchase RISI’s 2010 Wood Biomass Policy Review:
Major forest owners seeking to understand the long-term demand for woody biomass energy, how quickly it will
develop and how sustainable it will be.
Pulp and Paper companies, looking at competition for fiber and/or possible opportunities for expanding energy
production.
Equipment suppliers, wanting perspective on the demand for specialized harvesting equipment, chippers, trucks,
pelletizing equipment, etc.
Power companies developing or considering biomass power facilities.
Companies involved in developing large wood pellet plants (for export).
Banks, hedge funds, and other investors needing perspective on biomass energy development and the risks
involved.
Transport companies – both rail companies looking at transporting pellets, chips, biomass for energy within the
US and shipping companies looking to transport chips/pellets to Europe
Related Multi-Client Studies from RISI:

South American Tree Farm Update (www.risi.com/satreefarm)
Emerging Biomass Industry: Impact on Wood Fiber Markets (www.risi.com/biomass)
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Executive Summary
Introduction
US Biomass Energy Profile

• US Energy Sources
• Biomass vs. other renewables
• Forest products industry and wood-based energy
• Outlook for woody biomass energy production
• Planned vs. existing capacity for biomass power by region
• Planned vs. existing capacity for wood pellets, by region
• Planned new wood demand, by region, biomass power and pellets
• Long-term biomass demand, wood vs. other biomass
• Price trends for pellet-grade and biomass fiber
US Biomass Policy Drivers - Existing Structure

• History and underlying objectives of policy drivers
• Current Key Legislation and support programs and how they influence biomass energy development
• Black Liquor Tax Credit and BCAP
• Federal Renewable Fuels Standard
• State Renewable Portfolio Standards
US Pending Legislation
• Climate change legislation
• National Renewable Portfolio Standard
• Other Energy-related initiatives
• EPA and carbon regulations
Europe Biomass Energy Profile

European energy sources – Biomass vs. Other Renewables
Biomass heat and power and biofuels
European wood pellet market – production, consumption, imports & prices
Outlook for biomass and pellet demand in Europe
Europe Biomass Policy Drivers

Underlying Objectives of European Energy Policy
2009 Renewable Energy Directive – Targets and Action Plans
European Trading Scheme and Carbon Dioxide Emissions
Issues: Sustainability criteria, trade issues, and shifting biomass policies
Support mechanisms for renewable energy in Europe
Summary and Key Conclusions

Key lessons from Europe and US history of renewable/biomass energy development.
Issues still to be resolved
Potential winners and losers
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Multi-Client Study 2010 Wood Biomass Policy Review

NEW PUBLICATION! A comprehensive analysis and review of

RISI’s 2010 Wood Biomass Policy Review provides:

for woody biomass energy in context of 1400

competing renewable energy forms. Thousand Tonnes

A comprehensive and balanced review 800

of renewable energy policies in Europe, 600

and their likely impact in driving 400

demand for wood pellets and/or 200

woodchips imported from the United 0

biomass energy in the country. Pellets

US$ per green short ton

Note: Canadian prices are FOB sawmill, US prices are delivered

1996 - 2007 Pellet prices in North America vary widely by region

Who should purchase RISI’s 2010 Wood Biomass Policy Review:

Related Multi-Client Studies from RISI:

US Biomass Energy Profile

US Biomass Policy Drivers - Existing Structure

Europe Biomass Energy Profile

Europe Biomass Policy Drivers

Summary and Key Conclusions

2010 International Pulpwood Trade City State/Province

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