2026Bioenergie Talk | Hochlauf für Negativemissionstechnologien in Kombination mit Bioenergie
15. Jan - 15. Jan How can negative emission technologies be established economically in combination with bioenergy? This question will be addressed at the next Bioenergy Talk on 15 January 2026 from 10 to 11 a.m. Markus Lauer (MVV Energie AG) will present analyses on the marketability of CO₂ capture from biogenic sources and highlight the importance of integrating negative emissions into European emissions trading. Bioenergy Talk is a monthly online exchange format on the use of biomass for energy, featuring project presentations followed by discussion. The event will be held in German.
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Event location: Online

Category: DBFZ Event

202623rd International Conference on renewable Mobility "Fuels of the Future"
19. Jan - 20. Jan At the 23rd International Conference “Fuels of the Future”, held on 19–20 January 2026 at CityCube Berlin, Dr. Franziska Müller-Langer (DBFZ) will moderate the session “The Long Road to E-Fuels: Successes and Challenges” and present on “Factor 10 by 2050 – Renewable Fuels Between Ambition and Reality”. Under the motto “IGNITE THE TURBO, ACCELERATE RENEWABLY”, experts will discuss pathways to climate-neutral mobility. Early-bird tickets are available until 30 November 2025.
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Event location: Berlin

Category: External event

20268. Mitteleuropäische Biomassekonferenz
21. Jan - 23. Jan From January 21 to 23, 2026, the bioenergy community will meet in Graz: The 8th Central European Biomass Conference CEBC2026 (Messe Graz) brings together science, politics, industry, and society to discuss solutions for climate protection and the transition away from fossil fuels. Over 1,400 participants from around 50 nations, excursions, and a strong networking program including the “Häuslbauer” trade fair offer excellent opportunities for exchange. Visit the DBFZ stand – we will provide information on current projects related to sustainable biomass, bioenergy, and the circular economy.
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Event location: Graz, Österreich

Category: External event

20265. Fachgespräch "Staubmessverfahren an Kleinfeuerungsanlagen"
03. Feb - 03. Feb The programme for the 5th Expert Meeting “Particulate Measurement Methods for Small-Scale Combustion Systems” on 3 February 2026 in Leipzig has been published. The event offers up-to-date expert contributions on measurement techniques, product developments and practical experience related to particulate and dust measurement. The programme is complemented by an accompanying technical exhibition. Registration is now open, and companies are invited to present their solutions to a specialised audience from science, industry and public authorities through attractive exhibitor packages. The event language is German.
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Event location: DBFZ in Leipzig

Category: DBFZ Event

202617. Fachgespräch "Partikelabscheider in häuslichen Feuerungen"
04. Feb - 04. Feb The DBFZ and TFZ invite you to the 17th Expert Meeting “Particulate Abatement in Domestic Combustion Systems” on 4 February 2026 in Leipzig. The event provides a platform for professional exchange on current developments, technical solutions and regulatory frameworks for reducing particulate emissions from small-scale combustion systems. The focus is on research and development, operational experience, legal requirements as well as market and technology trends. The event addresses experts from industry, research, policy and public administration. The event language is German.
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Event location: DBFZ in Leipzig

Category: DBFZ Event

2026From Good to Great: How Methane Emission Reduction Makes Biogas a Climate Champion
19. Feb - 19. Feb IEA Bioenergy TASK 37 – Energy from Biogas - invites you to participate in a free international webinar titled “From Good to Great: How Methane Reduction Makes Biogas a Climate Champion.” The Webinar Is hosted by the DBFZ and the German Task 37 National team Leader.
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Event location: Online

Category: Cooperation

2026Fachgespräch „Saubere energetische Verwertung von Holz und anderer Biomasse“
05. Mar - 05. Mar As part of the TWOx project, the DBFZ is hosting a hybrid expert discussion on “Clean energy recovery from wood and other biomass” on March 5, 2026. The focus will be on low-emission technologies for wood energy, current regulatory requirements, and prospects for the economic operation of wood gas CHP plants. Expert input and a panel discussion will provide opportunities for exchange and discussion.
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Event location: DBFZ in Leipzig / Online

Category: DBFZ Event

2026Kick-Off der Themengruppe „Wärme aus Biomasse“
12. Mar - 12. Mar On 12 March 2026, the new thematic group “Heat from Biomass” will be launched. The focus will be on generating process heat in the medium- and high-temperature range, intelligently combining biogenic heat sources with other renewable energies, and efficiently utilising waste heat. The event is organised by the accompanying research of the funding programme “Energetic Utilisation of Biogenic Residues and Waste” and is open to all interested participants. Event language: German.
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Event location: Online

Category: Cooperation

2026Arbeitskreis Biomasse
19. Mar - 19. Mar On 19 March 2026, the working group ‘Biomass: for a circular bioeconomy’ will meet at Fraunhofer IKTS in Dresden. The focus will be on possible uses of biomass in Saxony and approaches to the material and energetic recovery of organic residues and waste materials along circular value chains. Technical input will be provided by Dr Christiane Hennig (DBFZ) on biogenic carbon and BECC(U)S, and by Falko Windisch (LAV Erdenwerke GmbH) on composting and peat-free soils. The aim is to derive concrete project approaches and facilitate technical exchange.
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Event location: Dresden

Category: Cooperation

2026Kick-Off der Themengruppe "Flexibilisierung von Bioenergieanlagen"
19. Mar - 19. Mar On 19 March 2026, the thematic group “Flexibilisation of Bioenergy Plants” will hold its kick-off meeting. The session will address current challenges and possible solutions for the flexible operation of bioenergy plants and explore opportunities for professional exchange and collaboration. The event is organised by the accompanying research of the funding programme “Energetic Utilisation of Biogenic Residues and Waste” and is open to interested stakeholders from research and practice. Event language: German.
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Event location: Online

Category: Virtual event

20263. Jahrestreffen der DECHEMA-Fachsektion Energie, Chemie und Klima
24. Mar - 25. Feb The 3rd Annual Meeting of the Energy, Chemistry and Climate Section will take place on 24 and 25 March 2026 at the DECHEMA House in Frankfurt am Main. The focus will be on efficient and sustainable technologies for the provision, conversion, storage and application of renewable energies, as well as their evaluation in a systemic context and taking into account future resource bases. The DBFZ will contribute its expertise, particularly in the field of bioenergetic processes and the use of biogenic residues and waste materials. The event will be chaired by Dr Franziska Müller-Langer (DBFZ). The DBFZ will also contribute scientific papers to the poster session, including on process stability in the co-fermentation of wheat straw and cattle manure (Bomin Yuan) and on the methanisation of biogenic CO₂-containing gases in innovative micro-slot reactors (Selina Nieß).
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Event location: Frankfurt am Main

Category: Cooperation

2026Seminarreihe Biogas - Speicherkonzepte für Biogasanlagen
25. Mar - 25. Mar As part of the Biogas seminar series, FNR and partners – including DBFZ – are hosting an online seminar on 25 March 2026 (10:00–12:00). The seminar will present current storage concepts and flexibility options for biogas plants – from classic storage power plants to battery and fuel cell solutions. The target audience is primarily plant operators and experts from the fields of practice, consulting, science and politics.
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Event location: Online

Category: Cooperation

2026Kick-Off der Themengruppe "Homogenisierung von Brennstoffen"
26. Mar - 26. Mar On 26 March 2026, the thematic group “Homogenisation of Fuels” will hold its kick-off meeting. The session will focus on approaches to improving fuel quality as well as strategies for standardising and processing biogenic residues and waste materials. The aim is to foster professional exchange and networking among relevant stakeholders from research and practice. The event is organised by the accompanying research of the funding programme “Energetic Utilisation of Biogenic Residues and Waste.” Event language: German.
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Event location: Online

Category: Virtual event