CEC Adopts Clean Transportation Funding Program
The California Energy Commission has adopted the 2019-2020 Clean Transportation Funding Program, cutting biofuels funding in half but focusing it on waste-based fuels and renewable hydrogen.
BAC releases groundbreaking report:
"Decarbonizing the Gas Sector:
Why California Needs a Renewable Gas Standard."
Biogas could replace 3/4 of all
diesel vehicle fuel in California.
Bioenergy projects add jobs
and tax revenue for local economies.
California uses only 15% of its organic
waste potential for renewable energy.
Livestock is the largest source of
methane GHG emissions in California.
The Bioenergy Association of California
The Bioenergy Association of California (BAC) was established in 2013 to promote sustainable bioenergy development. Bioenergy includes renewable electricity, low carbon transportation fuels and pipeline biogas generated from organic waste such as dairy and agricultural waste, food and yard waste, wastewater treatment, organic waste diverted from landfills, and forest biomass . BAC’s members include private companies, public agencies, local governments, investors, consultants, nonprofits, individuals and others interested in promoting community-scale bioenergy generation. BAC focuses on policy advocacy, public education and outreach, research, and industry best practices.
Legislative Analyst Critiques State’s Transportation Climate Programs
The California Legislative Analyst's Office has released an assessment of the state's climate programs, including a detailed study of the effectiveness of the state's transportation programs which found that investments in heavy duty vehicles are the only ones providing measurable reductions in climate pollution.
BAC Comments on CalRecycle’s Proposed SB 1383 Regulations
BAC provided written comments on CalRecycle's proposed regulations to meet the organic waste diversion requirements of SB 1383.
CalRecycle Proposes Organics Diversion Regulations
CalRecycle has issued draft regulations to achieve the organic waste diversion requirements of SB 1383 (Lara, 2016).
CLERE, Inc. Releases BioMAT Stepping Stones Guide
BAC member CLERE, Inc. has released a user friendly guide to the small-scale bioenergy program known as the BioMAT.
BAC’s Reply Comments on the BioMAT Staff Proposal
See BAC's Reply Comments on the CPUC's BioMAT Staff Proposal.
BAC’s Comments on the BioMAT Staff Proposal
See BAC's comments on the CPUC's BioMAT Staff Proposal, arguing for changes to simplify and accelerate the BioMAT program to reduce Short-Lived Climate Pollutants and meet other important state policies.
CPUC Proposes Changes to BioMAT Program
In late October, the California Public Utilities Commission released a BioMAT Program Review and Staff Proposal that propose some significant changes to the BioMAT Program.
BAC-CASA Comments on CPUC’s Proposed Pipeline Biogas Decision
BAC and the California Association of Sanitation Agencies filed joint comments on the CPUC's Proposed Decision on pipeline biogas standards.
CPUC Proposes Revised Pipeline Biogas Standards
The CPUC has proposed revising the BTU and siloxanes standards for pipeline biogas, based on recommendations from the California Council on Science and Technology.
BAC’s Reply Comments on Pipeline Biomethane
BAC filed Reply Comments on pipeline biomethane in late August that ask the CPUC to adopt a biomethane procurement requirement, increase incentives for biomethane, and increase R&D for biomethane.
BAC Comments to the CPUC on Pipeline Biomethane
BAC filed extensive comments with the CPUC on pipeline standards, the need for a biomethane procurement program, and the need for additional funding for pipeline biogas.
CEC Adopts Clean Transportation Funding Program
The California Energy Commission has adopted the 2019-2020 Clean Transportation Funding Program, cutting biofuels funding in half but focusing it on waste-based fuels and renewable hydrogen.
Legislative Analyst Critiques State’s Transportation Climate Programs
The California Legislative Analyst's Office has released an assessment of the state's climate programs, including a detailed study of the effectiveness of the state's transportation programs which found that investments in heavy duty vehicles are the only ones providing measurable reductions in climate pollution.
Biofuels Coalition Opposes LCFS Infrastructure Credit
BAC and other biofuels producers opposes a recent proposal to give Low Carbon Fuel Standard credit to fueling infrastructure for certain types of vehicles regardless of the amount or carbon intensity of the fuels provided.
BAC Comments on Proposed LCFS Changes
See BAC's Comments on proposed changes to the LCFS program that would have major impacts on biomethane production and use in California.
BAC Comments on CalRecycle’s Proposed SB 1383 Regulations
BAC provided written comments on CalRecycle's proposed regulations to meet the organic waste diversion requirements of SB 1383.
CalRecycle Proposes Organics Diversion Regulations
CalRecycle has issued draft regulations to achieve the organic waste diversion requirements of SB 1383 (Lara, 2016).
Governor, Legislature Agree on $1.4 Billion Cap & Trade Investment Plan
The Governor and Legislature have agreed on an Investment Plan for $1.4 billion in Cap & Trade auction revenues, which includes several categories related to bioenergy, including dairy digesters, organic waste diversion, biofuels production, forest health, and R&D.
CA Legislature Passes Bills to Reauthorize Cap & Trade, Low Carbon Fuel Standard
California's Legislature has passed legislation with a 2/3 supermajority vote that extends the state's Cap & Trade and LCFS programs, and also prioritizes the use of Cap & Trade revenues.
CalBio Partners with Bloom Energy to Convert Dairy Waste to Power Without Combustion
California Bioenergy is working with Bloom Energy to develop the first ever dairy digester to electric vehicle fueling project, which will use fuel cells rather than combustion to convert the dairy biogas to carbon negative power.
University of California Buys Biogas To Meet Zero Carbon Goal !
The UC System just announced an agreement with Anaergia to buy biogas as part of the UC's goal of achieving zero carbon emissions by mid century.
CDFA Announces Grants for New Dairy Digesters – Several BAC Members Receive Funding!
The California Department of Food and Agriculture has just announced its latest round of funding awards for dairy digester projects. CDFA announced a total of $67 million in grant funding for 43 projects, including several being developed by BAC members.
Environmental Law News Article on Importance of Bioenergy
Environmental Law News has Published an Article on the Importance of Bioenergy in California.
Environmental Law News Article on Importance of Bioenergy
Environmental Law News has Published an Article on the Importance of Bioenergy in California.
National Academy of Sciences Paper Underscores Need for Bioenergy
The National Academy of Sciences has found that the U.S. can achieve 100% renewable power by mid-century, but only with a diverse portfolio that includes bioenergy to provide flexible generation power.
World Leaders in Bioenergy
San Francisco Chronicle Letter to the Editor on the importance of bioenergy for grid stability and to reduce burning or landfilling of organic waste.
BAC / TSS Consultants’ Article in “Biomass Monitor”
BAC and TSS Consultants article on how forest biomass to energy can improve forest health, cut pollution, protect water supplies and provide renewable energy.
CalBio Partners with Bloom Energy to Convert Dairy Waste to Power Without Combustion
California Bioenergy is working with Bloom Energy to develop the first ever dairy digester to electric vehicle fueling project, which will use fuel cells rather than combustion to convert the dairy biogas to carbon negative power.
University of California Buys Biogas To Meet Zero Carbon Goal !
The UC System just announced an agreement with Anaergia to buy biogas as part of the UC's goal of achieving zero carbon emissions by mid century.
CDFA Announces Grants for New Dairy Digesters – Several BAC Members Receive Funding!
The California Department of Food and Agriculture has just announced its latest round of funding awards for dairy digester projects. CDFA announced a total of $67 million in grant funding for 43 projects, including several being developed by BAC members.
BAC Members Receive Forest Service Wood Innovation Grants !!
Several BAC members have received Wood Innovation Grants from the U.S. Forest Service to develop small-scale bioenergy projects using forest waste from wildfire reduction and forest restoration projects.
National Academy of Sciences Paper Underscores Need for Bioenergy
The National Academy of Sciences has found that the U.S. can achieve 100% renewable power by mid-century, but only with a diverse portfolio that includes bioenergy to provide flexible generation power.
GNA Releases Report on Ultra Low Emission Trucks
Gladstein Neandross has released "Gamechanger," a groundbreaking report on the potential for renewable gas and ultra clean engines to cut climate and air pollution emissions.
E3 Releases Study on Decarbonizing Pipeline Gas
E3's study found that decarbonizing California's pipeline gas supply can help to meet the state's greenhouse gas reduction goals more easily and with greater benefits than through electrification alone.
State of the Sierra Nevada’s Forests
California state agency issues urgent report on the state of California's forests, calling for more bioenergy to reduce catastrophic wildfires and air pollution emissions.
BAC members include private companies, public agencies, local governments and others working to promote sustainable bioenergy development in California.
BAC supports policies to promote renewable electricity, low carbon transportation fuels, pipeline biogas and greenhouse gas reductions from organic waste.
