The US Industrial Pellet Association
USIPA
Supporting renewable wood energy as a sustainable, low-carbon power source.
Climate benefits of sustainably-sourced woody biomass strengthened by new research
A growing body of scientific literature confirms the US biomass industry is achieving carbon-neutrality, a key requirement for reducing emissions and mitigating climate change.
US Congressional Report Recognizes Role of Biomass in Plan to Reach Net-Zero
The report sets out a serious vision for the nation to tackle climate change, and provides an action plan for creating a clean energy economy in the US, which includes sustainable biomass and BECCS.
Over 100 Scientists and Academics Highlight Carbon Benefits of Renewable Wood Energy
In an open letter, more than 100 forestry and forest carbon researchers and scientists emphasize: "The carbon benefits of sustainable forest biomass are well established."
Why Wood Energy?
STRENGTHENING FORESTS
REDUCING CARBON EMISSIONS
REDUCING CARBON EMISSIONS
Renewable wood energy is sustainably-sourced from working forests throughout the Southeast US. The US forest products industry supports forest health and growth, and reduces risks of deforestation.
REDUCING CARBON EMISSIONS
REDUCING CARBON EMISSIONS
REDUCING CARBON EMISSIONS
Wood energy is a renewable replacement for fossil fuels, providing low-carbon, on-demand energy to produce power and heat. Wood energy can reduce carbon emissions up to 90% when compared to coal.
SUPPORTING RENEWABLES
REDUCING CARBON EMISSIONS
SUPPORTING RENEWABLES
Wood energy provides grid stability and back-up power, making it the perfect complement to other renewables like solar and wind. Wood energy is a critical component of any comprehensive renewables strategy.