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The European Pe llet Conference
2023 took place on 1 March. The
strategy session presented the policy
and market context for the clean
energy transition and provided input
on how to deal with the current
challenges. In the panel discussion
“The future of wood pellets”, leading
biomass experts shared their insights
on how to separate facts from fiction
on topics such as forestry, air quality
and sustainability.

The event showcased cutting-edge
developments and R&D results in
the pellet and bioenergy sectors and
start-ups presented their innovations
for the pellet market. Also,
international experts offered updates
and outlooks on pellet markets
around the world.

The energy transition needs young
bright minds
On 28 February, the Young Energy
Researchers Conference presented
the work and achievements of young
energy researchers in the fields of
biomass and energy efficiency. 90
papers from over 40 countries were
submitted for the 2023 edition. These
were reviewed and evaluated by a
high-level international scientific
committee. Selected papers were
invited for oral or poster presentation.
The Best Young Energy Researchers
Awards were a highlight of the event!

The programme of the WSED
was rounded off with a
poster presentation, valuable
networking opportunities and the
“Energiesparmesse”, a leading
tradeshow on energy efficiency and
renewable energy where Austrian and
international companies presented
their latest product innovations. Contact details
Christiane Egger
World Sustainable Energy Days Conference Director
2024 – Call for Papers & Speakers OÖ Energiesparverband
The next edition of the WSED will Landstrasse 45
be held from 6 – 8 March 2024 in A-4020 Linz
Wels/Austria. The deadline for the T: +43 732 7720 14386
Call for Papers & Speakers (including office@esv.or.at
for the Young Energy Researchers www.wsed.at
Conference) is 10 October 2023. l

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