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Useful contacts and websites

Useful contacts and websites

  • Biomass Energy Centre

    Biomass fuel and associated technologies information service for UK individuals, companies, local authorities and other organisations.

    Biomass Energy Centre website
  • Carbon Trust

    Information and advice on low carbon technologies, energy saving and climate change mitigation. The website contains publications and grant funding details.

    Carbon Trust website
  • Cogen Europe

    The European association for the promotion of cogeneration or combined heat and power (CHP).

    Cogen Europe website
  • Combined Heat and Power

    Website giving information related to combined heat and power (CHP) and district heating and cooling (DHC).

    Combined Heat and Power website
  • Combined Heat and Power Association

    Information on policy, current activities and funding on combined heat and power (CHP) and community heating.

    Combined Heat and Power Association website
  • Community Energy Scotland

    Advice and support for renewable energy projects developed by community groups, and other not-for-profit organisations.

    Community Energy Scotland website
  • Confederation of Forest Industries (Confor)

    A members' organisation which supports sustainable forestry and low-carbon businesses.

    Confor website
  • Confor Woodfuel Suppliers' Group

    A forum for biomass suppliers to network and access information and to help businesses present a professional image to customers.

    Woodfuel Suppliers' Group web pages
  • Energy Savings Trust Scotland

    Advice on how to reduce your carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions and save money. For homes and businesses.

    Energy Savings Trust Scotland website
  • Forest Research

    Leading centre of research into woodlands and forestry, providing research and consultancy services, and government policy support.

    Forest Research website
  • Forestry Commission Scotland

    The forestry directorate of the Scottish Government. Website has information on a huge range of forestry related matters.

    Forestry Commission Scotland website
  • Forestry Contracting Association

    The trade association for forestry contractors. Contributes to industry initiatives and assists members with business development and training.

    Forestry Contracting Association website
  • HETAS

    Official body approving biomass and solid fuel domestic heating appliances, fuels and services, including the registration of installers and servicing businesses.

    HETAS website
  • Ignite

    Wood fuel training courses by Rural Development Initiatives.

    Ignite web pages
  • Institute of Chartered Foresters

    Support to members and guidance/information to the public. Training and educational advice to people developing their career in forestry.

    Institute of Chartered Foresters website
  • MCS (Microgeneration Certification Scheme)

    Certificates microgeneration technologies producing electricity and heat from renewable sources. Website gives information about installer accreditation.

    MCS website
  • Midlands Wood Fuel

    A non-profit making company dedicated to the development of wood energy in the West Midlands. Website includes case studies, FAQs and facts and figures.

    Midlands Wood Fuel website
  • Northern Wood Heat

    Aims to develop sustainable small and medium scale woodfuel supply chains. Website contains publications and details of events.

    Northern Wood Heat website
  • Pellets@las

    Public database providing up-to-date pellet market information based on comprehensive data collection all over Europe.

    Pellets@las website
  • Renewable Energy Centre

    Website providing information about renewable technologies, advice on installation, a directory of contractors and suppliers, and useful links.

    Renewable Energy Centre website
  • Renewable Energy Association

    Represents renewable energy producers and promotes the use of sustainable energy in the UK. Has a Biomass Energy Group.

    Renewable Energy Association website
  • SAC (Scottish Agricultural College)

    Supports the development of land-based industries and communities through research and development, education and training, and consultancy services.

    SAC (Scottish Agricultural College) website
  • Scottish Forest and Timber Technologies

    A Scottish Enterprise initiative which aims to grow and promote the forest and timber sector. Website contains useful information on woodfuel.

    Scottish Forest and Timber Technologies website
  • Scottish Renewables Forum

    A forum for the renewable energy industry in Scotland. Website publishes briefings and consultation responses, and opportunities for members.

    Scottish Renewables Forum website
  • Simply Renewable

    Website promoting renewable energy, including biomass, and energy efficiency products and services.

    Simply Renewable website
  • South West Wood Fuels

    Promotes and supports the wood fuel sector in the south west of England. Website contains information on installations, hardware and boiler sizing.

    South West Wood Fuels website