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Welcome to the Bioenergy Zone at ESS Expo, the dedicated section for cutting-edge advancements in sustainable energy derived from organic materials.

This zone highlights innovations in bioenergy technologies, including biomass, biogas, biofuels, and waste-to-energy systems, alongside breakthroughs in sustainable feedstocks and energy recovery solutions.

Explore exhibits on bioenergy production, efficient conversion technologies, and integrated systems supporting a circular economy. Engage with industry leaders and experts driving the bioenergy sector, shaping policies and strategies for a cleaner energy future.

The Bioenergy Zone at ESS Expo is a must-visit platform for discovering trends, networking with professionals, and gaining insights into the role of bioenergy in achieving a sustainable and low-carbon future. Join us in advancing the bioenergy revolution.

Bioenergy Sector Agenda

Our schedule features talks from experts in bioenergy, energy recovery technologies, and sustainable practices. They will address essential topics like advancements in bioenergy, waste-to-energy solutions, and innovative conversion technologies. Discussions will revolve around optimising bioenergy production, reducing reliance on fossil fuels, and strategies for integrating bioenergy into a sustainable energy mix.

The programme will ignite conversations and provide fresh insights, creating an engaging and interactive expo experience. Stay tuned for updates as we add more leading minds and specialists to our line-up.

 

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Energy, Fuels and Decarbonisation Keynote
Sponsored by
caldera
    • Net-Zero
    • Contamination
    • Circular Economy
    • Waste & Recycling
    • Tech & AI
    • Decarbonisation
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    Nik Spencer
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    • Sustainability
    • Net-Zero
    • Decarbonisation
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    James Macnaghten
    James Macnaghten, CEO - Caldera Heat Batteries Limited
    • Net-Zero
    • Decarbonisation
    Panel discussion: Scaling Up Carbon Capture - Building Bigger, Better, and Cheaper
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    Fiona Campbell
    Fiona Campbell, Head of Sustainability and Public Affairs - Biffa
    James Eyton
    James Eyton, Head of CCUS - Viridor
    Kristy Spindler
    Kristy Spindler, Senior Director - Climate - Local Partnerships
    Owen Michaelson
    Owen Michaelson, CEO - Encyclis
    Tim Rotheray
    Tim Rotheray, Chief Sustainability Officer - Viridor
    • Sustainability
    • Energy from Waste
    Innovative Trial Work in the Organics Sector
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    Join us for an insightful session hosted by REA that delves into ground breaking developments in the ...
    Charlie Hendry-Smith
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    Claire Shipp
    Claire Shipp, Circular Bioresources Analyst - REA
    Dr Andrew Walsh
    Dr Andrew Walsh, Technical Director - Jones Celtic Bioenergy
    • Energy from Waste
    • Waste & Recycling
    • Decarbonisation
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    Andrew Howie
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    Andy Jones
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    Anna Willetts
    Anna Willetts, Partner - Gunner Cooke LLP
    Jacob Hayler
    Jacob Hayler, Executive Director - ESA
    Mike Brown
    Mike Brown, Managing Director - Eunomia Research & Consulting
    • Energy from Waste
    • Waste & Recycling
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    Alban FORSTER
    Alban FORSTER, European Infrastructure Leader - SLR Consulting Limited
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Sponsored by

juvo

    • Circular Economy
    • Energy from Waste
    • Waste & Recycling
    • Decarbonisation
    Opening up the SRF market through innovation: Empowering independent waste operators to produce high-quality, consistent material at the right quantity
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    In this session, Dr Stephen Wise will delve into the multifaceted world of Solid Recovered Fuel (SRF ...
    Dr Stephen Wise
    Dr Stephen Wise, Chief Strategic Development Officer - Advetec
    • Waste & Recycling
    • Energy from Waste
    • Decarbonisation
    Thermal Hydrolysis for organic recovery in mixed waste streams
    EFW & Bioenergy Stage
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    Laura Stone
    Laura Stone, Business Development Manager - Econward Tech
    • Net-Zero
    • Sustainability
    • Waste & Recycling
    • Energy from Waste
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    Robert Park
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    • Energy from Waste
    • Net-Zero
    • Air Quality
    • Waste & Recycling
    • Decarbonisation
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    Research by the Oxford Institute of Energy Studies earlier this year calculated that the energy from ...
    Simon Forshaw
    Simon Forshaw, Vice President, Engineering and Construction - enfinium
    • Professional Services
    • Energy from Waste
    • Net-Zero
    • Waste & Recycling
    • Decarbonisation
    The Future of Residual Waste Treatment - Options for Delivering Reliable Decarbonisation
    EFW & Bioenergy Stage
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    Charlotte Rule
    Charlotte Rule, Head of Climate and Energy - Environmental Services Association
    Paul James
    Paul James, Technical Director - SLR Consulting
    • Net-Zero
    • Contamination
    • Water Management
    • Waste & Recycling
    PFAS 'Forever Chemicals' - Search, Capture & Destroy!
    EFW & Bioenergy Stage
    PFAS (per-and poly fluoroalkyl substances) is a chemical family consisting of at least 5,000 individ ...
    David Reay
    David Reay, Head of Strategic Partnerships - CPL/Puragen Activated Carbons
    • Contamination
    • Circular Economy
    • Sustainability
    • Waste & Recycling
    • Energy from Waste
    France: Innovation and Solutions for Waste Management
    EFW & Bioenergy Stage
    Discover the most innovative French solutions !
    Christophe Demassiet
    Christophe Demassiet, CEO - Econox
    David Agudelo-Romero
    David Agudelo-Romero, Public Relations and Business Intelligence Officer - Waga Energy
    Eric Bufquin
    Eric Bufquin, International Sales - Sigrenea
    Jonathan Ratcliffe
    Jonathan Ratcliffe, UK & Ireland Country Manager - Codra
    Mathieu Surcq
    Mathieu Surcq, Commercial Export - Rossignol
    Steve Pollet
    Steve Pollet, Business Developer UK - Complementerre
    Vincent Hipault
    Vincent Hipault, CEO - Ficha
    • Contamination
    • Water Management
    • Waste & Recycling
    • Decarbonisation
    Sustainable purification solutions in the waste industry to remove pollutants like PFAS and reduce your carbon footprint
    EFW & Bioenergy Stage
    Join us to explore sustainable solutions in the waste industry, enhanced by DESOTEC's mobile activat ...
    Dr Akmez Nabeerasool
    Dr Akmez Nabeerasool, Commercial Manager - Desotec
Energy, Fuels and Decarbonisation Keynote
Sponsored by
caldera
    • Net-Zero
    • Sustainability
    • Decarbonisation
    Cutting Costs and Carbon: Practical Strategies for Industrial Heat and Power Decarbonisation
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    James Macnaghten
    James Macnaghten, CEO - Caldera Heat Batteries Limited
    Sophie Breakell
    Sophie Breakell, Business Development Manager - Zestec Renewable Energy
    • Contamination
    • Air Quality
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    In this session hosted by the Anaerobic Digestion and Bioresources Association (ADBA), expert speake ...
    Chris Huhne
    Chris Huhne, Chair - ADBA
    David Kaner
    David Kaner, Chief Executive - AAL Clean Farming
    Mark Richmond
    Mark Richmond, Technical Director - WRM Ltd
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    Josh Oxby
    Josh Oxby - POST Parliment
    • Net-Zero
    • Energy from Waste
    • Waste & Recycling
    • Decarbonisation
    Panel discussion: The Emissions Trading Scheme and the Energy from Waste industry: Specific Considerations and Strategies
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    Charlotte Rule
    Charlotte Rule, Head of Climate and Energy - Environmental Services Association
    Greg Logelain
    Greg Logelain, Associate Director - Ricardo
    Jon Hastings
    Jon Hastings - East London Waste Authority
    Jonathan Croley
    Jonathan Croley, Partner - Ashfords LLP
    Richard Garfield
    Richard Garfield, Technical Discipline Manager - SLR Consulting
    • Sustainability
    • Net-Zero
    • Energy from Waste
    • Tech & AI
    • Waste & Recycling
    • Decarbonisation
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    Robert Doyle
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    Jonathon Davies
    Jonathon Davies, Managing Director - Green Valley Group
EFW & Bioenergy Stage

Sponsored by

juvo

    • Tech & AI
    • Net-Zero
    • Sustainability
    • Decarbonisation
    From hydrocarbons to hydrogen – what changes when it comes to gas leak detection?
    EFW & Bioenergy Stage
    Did you know that many commonly used flammable gas detectors are blind to hydrogen? Understanding th ...
    Megan Hine
    Megan Hine, UK business Development Manager for Clean Energy - Draeger safety UK
    • Tech & AI
    • Air Quality
    • Energy from Waste
    • Waste & Recycling
    How to Address CCS Amine & WTE Boiler Corrosion
    EFW & Bioenergy Stage
    WTE Boiler Corrosion Waste to Energy and Biomass boilers are prone to suffering from aggressive fire ...
    Colin Bateman
    Colin Bateman, Asset Reliability Specialist - Integrated Global Services (IGS)
    • Sustainability
    • Net-Zero
    • Air Quality
    • Tech & AI
    • Decarbonisation
    Is Hydrogen a viable solution to reduce Scope 1 emissions?
    EFW & Bioenergy Stage
    Presentation Option1: Is Hydrogen a viable solution to reduce Scope 1 emissions? o Availability and ...
    Tim Mole
    Tim Mole, Senior Director - Renewable Energy Solutions - World Kinect
    • Net-Zero
    • Tech & AI
    • Waste & Recycling
    • Air Quality
    • Decarbonisation
    “P-AMS, the future of standardized quality control for CEMS”
    EFW & Bioenergy Stage
    Concentrating on Energy from Waste, during this session we will look at how difficulties around new ...
    Antony Sumner
    Antony Sumner, Application Specialist - Industrial Air Emissions - Gasmet Technolgies (UK) Ltd
    • Sustainability
    • Energy from Waste
    • Waste & Recycling
    • Tech & AI
    Modernizing Waste Management: Replacing Outdated Waste Processing Methods
    EFW & Bioenergy Stage
    The evolution of crushing and milling technology spans thousands of years, reflecting humanity's nee ...
    Mark Vanderbeken
    Mark Vanderbeken, Chairman - Drycake
    Steve Last
    Steve Last, Chartered Waste Manager - Drycake
  6. The Future of Food Waste in AD: An Opinion Piece
    EFW & Bioenergy Stage
     
    Luke Ford
    Luke Ford, Commercial Director - Biogen

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