Algal Biomass Events
2010 Algae Biomass Summit
4th Annual Algae Biomass Summit
September 28 – 30th, Phoenix, AZ
The 4th annual Algae Biomass Summit will be held at the JW Marriott in Phoenix, AZ, September 28 – 30th, 2010. More than 800 leaders in the algal industry will be in attendance ranging from researchers and academia to algae producers to algae end-users. The three conference tracks of Science and Technology, Commercialization and Policy, Government and Finance, the 4th Annual Algae Biomass Summit ensures it will cover all topics of interest to the algal community.
In addition, the Algal Biomass Organization, in collaboration with Arizona State University, will be hosting a full day pre-conference workshop on September 27th, 2010, that will include an Algae 101 seminar targeted to those who are new or just want to learn more about the industry as well as providing tours of algae producing facilities at ASU and Heliae Development LLC.
Algae 101 will introduce participants to algae’s sometimes surprising role as one of the most useful substances in existence. Expert algae researchers will offer invaluable information for those attending the Algae Biomass Summit, particularly individuals from business, government and the media, as well as non-scientists, and those unfamiliar with the exciting algae research being done today.
2009 Attending Companies included:
- More than a hundred attendees from more than forty universities from around the world
- Major airplane producers and airlines
- Foremost automobile producers
- More than 50 algae production companies
- Major petroleum, plastics and chemical producers
- Leading national laboratories from around North America, Europe and Asia
- Top consultants, law firms, and financial organizations
- Foremost environmental NGOs and trade organizations
- Leaders in genomics and primary researchers
Algae in the News
Algal Biomass Organization Questions Accuracy of University of Virginia Algae Life Cycle Study
ABO believes that reliance on obsolete data and faulty assumptions undermines all conclusions
WASHINGTON, D.C. (January 25, 2010) - The Algal Biomass Organization, today challenged the conclusions of a published report in Environmental Science and Technology claiming that “conventional crops have lower environmental impacts than algae in energy use, greenhouse gas emissions and water.” The report was based upon obsolete data and grossly outdated business models, and overlooked tremendous improvements in technology and processes across the production cycle. ABO strongly believes that these obsolete data and faulty assumptions seriously undermine the credibility of the study’s conclusions. View Full Story
Reps. Harry Teague (D-N.M.), Brian Bilbray (R-Calif.) and Jay Inslee (D-Wash.) Introduce Bill to Boost Algae Biofuels
Congressional efforts are continuing to ensure that algae-based biofuels qualify for federal tax credits. Several companies, including Exxon Mobil Corp., believe algae might one day become a major feedstock for renewable fuels.
Executive Director Mary Rosenthal Testifies Before Congress on Benefits of Algae-Based Fuels
On behalf of its more than 170 members, the ABO's Executive Director Mary Rosenthal testified before Congress today on potential of algae-based fuels to reduce carbon emissions, create jobs and increase U.S. energy independence. She also commented on steps legislators can take to ensure algae-based fuels receive benefits and financial incentives similar to those afforded to other biofuel feedstocks. More
Quick Link to ABO Testimony