Merger of FCW - MAKE SURE YOU HAVE YOUR SAY 09 Feb 2012 3 pm - 6:15 pm

The Welsh Government has decided to proceed with the merger of FCW into a single body with the Countryside Council for Wales and the Environment Agency, despite widespread opposition from the forestry sector.

As an industry, we need to make sure this new body will be up to the job. The Government will be consulting from February until April on the proposed arrangements for establishing and directing this new body. The responses made by the sector will without doubt influence the shape of the new body so it is vital as many forestry businesses as possible submit informed responses.

Confor and Wales Forest Business Partnership (WFBP) are organising a briefing to update you on the consultation process and to help you respond.
Location: Elephant and Castle Hotel, Newtown
Contact details: timber.info@wfbp.co.uk 0845 4560342

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Energy Now Expo 2012 15 Feb 2012 - 16 Feb 2012 9.00 - 5.30

Renewable Energy Solutions for farmers and landowners

Energy Now Expo has proved to be an extremely popular event, highlighting the sheer amount of interest in renewable energy that farmers and landowners from all over the country have.

The next event is to be held at the Malvern Showground on 15th & 16th February 2012. There will be a conference to further explore and identify the renewable energy opportunities available to farmers & landowners.

These sessions will be complimented by an exhibition full of suppliers and developers representing every type of renewable energy, all of whom will be on hand to answer queries on any alternative energy related issues.

Location: Three Counties Centre, The Showground, Malvern, Worcester
Contact details: online or 01293 854405
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Argus European Biomass Trading conference 19 Apr 2012 - 20 Apr 2012

The Argus European Biomass Trading conference will be held on Thursday 19 April and Friday 20 April 2012, in London.

Day one will focus on biomass market fundamentals. Day two will discuss the progress of wood pellets becoming a commodity. Both days will be separately bookable.

Location: London
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Woodfest Wales 2012 02 Jun 2012 - 04 Jun 2012

A celebration of all things wood. The festival, showcases a variety of wood related activities, crafts and forest industries.

Timber professionals come together to compete in a range of competitions.

Timber businesses, organisations and associations use the event to showcase their own areas of speciality and interest giving advice on all timber related matters: Forestry Commission, Welsh Timber Forum, Coed Cymru, Arborists, Foresters, Timber Haulage Companies, Timber Suppliers, Timber Handling and Saw Milling etc.

Traditional and modern woodworkers sell their products and display a range of wood skills to the public: Timber Frame Construction, Willow Weaving, Stick Making, Wood Turning, Pole Lathes, Clog making, Coracle making, Carving, Chair Making, Furniture Making, Toy Making, Log Cabin Construction, Bushcraft Skills, Wooden doors, windows and staircases, Musical Instruments, Hardwood & Softwood Flooring etc.

A range of family events and attractions also take place over the three days: Welsh Food Hall, Art Zone, Fairground rides and Children's Activities, Making Music with wood, Quizes and Competitions, Birds of Prey Displays etc.

Location: Kinmel Park Estate near St Asaph - Sat Nav - Postcode LL22 9DA
Contact details: 0844 5763410
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20th European Biomass Conference & Exhibition 18 Jun 2012 - 21 Jun 2012

For many years now, the European Biomass Conference and Exhibition (EU BC&E) has combined a renowned international scientific conference with an industry exhibition, where new products and technical innovations from biomass are on show. The EU BC&E is held at different venues throughout Europe, and ranks as one of the leading events specialized in biomass. It is supported by European and international organisations such as the European Commission, UNESCO - United Nations Educational Scientific and Cultural Organisation - Natural Sciences Sector, Regione Lombardia, WCRE - World Council for Renewable Energy, and EUBIA - the European Biomass Industry Association. The Technical Programme is coordinated by the European Commission, DG Joint Research Centre.

Location: Milan, Italy
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“Bioenergy from Forest” Conference 27 Aug 2012 - 31 Aug 2012

The Conference will focus on the factors affecting the future of the bioenergy systems, management, total procurement chains, the effects of the energy markets, the influence of green marketing and other trends affecting forestry, agriculture, industry and climate.
• Conference with plenary sessions, oral presentations and poster viewingrn
• Technical tours and visits to practical bioenergy targetsrn
• International FinnMETKO 2012 Exhibitionrn
• Language: English
Location: Jyväskylä and Jämsä, Finland
Contact details: bioenergy@benet.fi
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