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What we do

 

What we do

This website forms part of the Regional Biomass Advice Network (RBAN) , a network of support offered throughout Scotland which delivers a co-ordinated woodfuel development programme.

Usewoodfuel Scotland aims to deliver a vibrant, sustainable and viable biomass industry in Scotland.  In particular, the RBAN is focussed on the opportunities biomass for energy provides for new business development, particularly in traditional primary rural industries, such as forestry and agriculture. New markets for biomass material can promote the diversification of rural businesses, and the programme will support the creation of links between the supply chain and new local markets.  The programme will help develop and consolidate customer confidence in the biomass for energy supply chain.

Together, working with stakeholders at a national and regional level, we have developed a comprehensive programme of support.

The main activities of the programme are:

  • to put in place a network of 5 regional Usewoodfuel Officers. For details of your local Usewoodfuel Officer see contact us;
  • to consolidate activities across partner organisations to provide advice, support and assistance to businesses;
  • to strengthen rural businesses, through the introduction of new production processes and new products for biomass;
  • to develop new markets for the product, particularly biomass for heat, and to diversify supply chain businesses to promote links between primary industries and markets;
  • develop a mature biomass energy industry through a co-ordinated support network providing advice and assistance to primary producers, supply chain businesses and energy end-users;
  • ensuring the uptake of opportunities presented by the implementation of a Renewable Heat Strategy for Scotland and development of the Renewable Heat Incentive;
  • support the target groups through marketing initiatives;
  • support the uptake by rural businesses of e-commerce facilities.

Useful contacts

We have offices all over Scotland.  Contact your local Usewoodfuel officer.