About Bioenergy

What is Bioenergy

Bioenergy is any renewable energy or fuel derived from biological sources. Alberta has several potential bio-feedstocks including agricultural products (such as corn or canola), forestry waste and livestock waste. As this renewable form of energy is an important addition to of our energy portfolio, the Alberta government created the Nine-Point Bioenergy Plan to encourage investment in Alberta’s bioenergy market to create a long-term, sustainable industry.

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Bioenergy FAQs

Biofuels are an important renewable energy resource.  Learn answers to common qestions about Ethanol, biodiesel and biogas in Alberta. Read more

Bioenergy Statistics

The number of facilites and volume of biofuels currently in production in Alberta.

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Bioenergy Facts

Did you know glycerine is the main byproduct of biodiesel?  Learn more facts about biofuels. Read more
Last reviewed/revised: 2008-06-10