Research priorities in bioenergy vectors (electricity, heat, liquid fuels, hydrogen, biochemicals and bioproducts)

Background:

RCUK plans to invest £5M in a multi-disciplinary Supergen Bioenergy Hub to act as a focal point for UK bioenergy research. The Hub will connect academia with industrial and policy stakeholders to focus on sustainable bioenergy development.

Prof. Patricia Thornley from the University of Manchester has been appointed to lead the Hub and is currently carrying out a consultation to establish the research priorities that the new Hub will address and identify appropriate research partners and stakeholders.

If you would like to get involved in helping shape this exciting new opportunity you would be very welcome to attend this consultation event.

Aim of the event:

This workshop will focus on research priorities in transforming bioenergy products to vectors that fit within existing infrastructures, the challenges associated with meeting relevant standards and matching of biomass and bioenergy products to user demands. It will also consider engagement between the bioenergy and other energy communities as well as with the transport and agricultural sectors.

Agenda:

10:00 – Arrival

10:30 - Tour of Drax facilities

12:30 - Lunch

13:10 - Consultation starts with introduction by Prof. Patricia Thornley

13:30 Session 1: Big Burning Questions

13:50 Session 2: Shaping the Questions

14:10 Break

14:25 Session 3: Refining the Questions

15:00 Feedback and group discussion

15:30 End

Cost:

This is a free event. Free lunch and refreshments will be provided to attendees.

Remote access:

A remote access option is available for those who cannot physically attend the event (please pick the Remote Access ticket option when you register).

Contact:

If you have any questions about this event please e-mail aysha.roohi@manchester.ac.uk or call 0161 306 3804.

We look forward to seeing you at this consultation event!