Current Trends and Forecasts Discussed at IBBC 2017
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The 2017 International Bioenergy and Bioproducts Conference (IBBC) offers professional insights into industry trends and forecasts, latest technologies and innovations as well as new processes and methods.This technical information is critical for all organizations hoping to expand their footprint in the growing bioeconomy. Successful mills and other industry entities understand the need to continuously educate and train their employees so they can better contribute to the future growth of the company. They know that IBBC’s comprehensive technical program provides the education and training they need.
IBBC 2017 will be held in Norfolk, Va., on November 7-9. This well-regarded technical conference focuses on new innovations and technologies available using renewable materials from biomass to produce chemicals and fuels to support the bioeconomy. The Conference theme is "Innovations in Bioproducts & Bioeconomy."
IBBC Technical Program
The IBBC 2017 technical program features Bio Case Studies and Bioprojects from top companies as well as includes presentations on key critical topics such as the High Value Use of Lignin, Integration of Biorefinery into Pulp and Paper Production, Development of Biochemical Production, Broadening Biomass Source and Conversion, and Improving Pellet Usage. The Conference also features a Rapid Fire Showcase and Student Poster Session & Competition which highlights research projects conducted by students starting their careers in the industry.
Attendees can customize their experience and attend presentations within topic-specific sessions that best fit their needs. These sessions include:
•Biomass I
•Biomass Torrefaction
•Biochemicals
•Bioconversion
•Bioprojects.
•Bio Case Studies
•Nonwood Fiber Products
•Nonwood Pulping & Characterization
•Biorefinery Bridge I
•Biorefinery Bridge II .
There will be multiple networking events held throughout the Conference including a Conference Dinner, Young Professionals Mixer, Receptions, and Biorefinery Committee Meeting. (See Special Events) In addition, attendees can visit the exhibit hall and meet one-on-one with companies offering new products and technologies (See who is exhibiting).
As a bonus, all IBBC full conference registered attendees can attend the PEERS full conference at no additional charge.
For more details about IBBC 2017, visit www.tappi-ibbc.org.
