Hurst Boiler News
Obama takes steps to boost biofuels
Biomass Magazine February 03, 2010 - The biofuels and biomass industries received nothing but good news Feb. 3, with the release of the long-awaited renewable fuel standard (RFS2) final rule, the first report generated by President Barack Obama’s Biofuel Interagency Working Group, and the Biomass Crop Assistance Program proposed rule .
Go Carbon Neutral with a Hurst Biomass Boiler System
Engineered Systems Magazine Feb 2009 July 30, 2009 - Tighter air regulations and an abundance of trees have paired up to fuel the move toward hybrid biomass-fired boilers. Read about the upgraded systems’ differences and the considerations for trading fossil fuels for sawdust, wood chips, and bark. Alternative Fuel Solutions and shovel-ready packaged projects can help you Reduce Carbon, Reduce Emissions, and Reduce both Operating and Fuel Costs, as well as being eligible to Sell Your Carbon Credits!
Obama Awards $54 Million for State Energy Programs
American Council On Renewable Energy July 27, 2009 - U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Secretary Steven Chu today announced more than $54 million in funding from the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act to support energy efficiency and renewable energy projects in Nevada, Rhode Island, Vermont, and Wisconsin.Under DOE's State Energy Program, states and territories have proposed statewide plans that prioritize energy savings, create or retain jobs, increase the use of renewable energy, and reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
Obama administration calls for aggressive biomass spending
http://www.bbiinternational.com April 01, 2009 - LAKEWOOD, Colorado — The American economy is in the grip of a crisis unparalleled since the Great Depression. As part of the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 presented to Congress, President Obama has included $58 billion to be devoted to energy investments in the coming years — of that, at least $800 million would be directed specifically at biomass-driven energy projects.
Dare to DREAM™! - Double Renewable Energy in AMerica
American Council On Renewable Energy (ACORE) February 26, 2009 - The American Council On Renewable Energy (ACORE) and the renewable energy industries in America are delighted to have a new administration committed to advancing renewable energy with a plan to create new clean energy jobs with a goal to double alternative energy production in the next three years.
Palin unveils energy goals for cities, villages
Associated Press January 16, 2009 - Gov. Sarah Palin has crossed swords with conservation groups over petroleum drilling, but she earned nothing but praise Friday after announcing the most ambitious renewable energy goal in the nation.
Biomass Helps Power National Lab
MachineDesign.com January 08, 2009 - Hurst Biomass Boiler Helps Power Savannah River National Lab
Hurst Boiler Announces New Biomass Boiler Systems
Hurst Boiler Press Release December 18, 2008 - Biomass Steam Boilers, Hot Water Boilers and Direct-Fired STAG units for Alternative Solid Fuel Systems.
EIA Energy Outlook
U.S. Energy Information Administration December 17, 2008 - New EIA Energy Outlook Projects Flat Oil Consumption to 2030, Slower Growth in Energy Use and Carbon Dioxide Emissions, and Reduced Import Dependence.
LECG Study Shows Ethanol Tax Exemption Increases U.S. Government Revenues and Reduces Dependence on
Grainnet November 19, 2008 - The federal investment in ethanol over the past three decades has yielded billions of dollars of economic gain, according to a report released November 17 from economic consulting firm LECG, LLC.
New Biomass Technology Dramatically Increases Ethanol Yield From Grasses And Yard Waste
ScienceDaily July 29, 2008 - University of Georgia researchers have developed a new technology that promises to dramatically increase the yield of ethanol from readily available non-food crops, such as Bermudagrass, switchgrass, Napiergrass—and even yard waste.
Verenium Technology to be Used in Asia
Ethanol Magazine July 25, 2008 - Cambridge-based Verenium Corp., a cellulosic ethanol enzyme developer and producer, is collaborating with Tokyo-based Marubeni Corp. to continue the advancement of cellulosic ethanol facilities in Asia.
Gassing up with garbage
Herald Tribune July 24, 2008 - After years of false starts, a new industry selling motor fuel made from waste is getting a big push in the United States, with the first commercial sales possible within months.
Hawaii Companies to Build Microalgae Facility
Biodiesel Magazine July 23, 2008 - Algae biofuels in Hawaii are one step closer to reality with the announcement of the joint development of a commercial-scale microalgae facility on the island of Maui.
New Hurst Biomass Boiler Stops Traffic
April 07, 2008 - A tollway ramp and part of U.S. 20 are closed as police work on the best way to clear a semitrailer that got stuck under the Perryville Road overpass.
Hurst Boiler Sponsors Fuels for Schools
January 11, 2008 - Hurst Boiler is proud to be a participant and sponsor of Fuels for Schools. Utilizing renewable energy sources - Making Wood Work for Energy Solutions.
Hurst Boiler Announces Major Building Expansion
March 09, 2007 - Hurst Boiler & Welding Co., Inc. has authorized the construction of a major building expansion, a project that will double the current size of their manufacturing facilities and corporate headquarters.
