Events of the DBFZ
The DBFZ regularly organises events on topics relating to bioenergy, biomass utilisation and sustainable resource use. These mainly take place at its own event centre in Leipzig - both independently and in cooperation with partners from research, industry and politics.
The programme includes workshops, expert discussions and conferences that serve to promote professional exchange. The DBFZ is also represented at trade fairs and conferences with presentations and exhibition stands. These are organised by an experienced events team.
The DBFZ event newsletter provides up-to-date information on upcoming events.
| 2026 | From 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.
Jump to content Event location: Online Category: Cooperation | |
| 2026 | Fachgespräch „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.
Zur Veranstaltungswebseite Event location: DBFZ in Leipzig / Online Category: DBFZ Event | |
| 2026 | 3. Jahrestreffen der Fachsektion Energie, Chemie und Klima | |
| 24. Mar - 25. Feb |
A key element for a sustainable, climate-neutral society is securing the supply of renewable energies. Particularly relevant in this context are efficient and sustainable technologies for the provision, conversion, storage, and use of energy, as well as the associated future resource base. These technologies, their evaluation, the systemic context, and the framework conditions for their use are once again the topics of the 2026 annual meeting of the Energy, Chemistry, and Climate Division.
Jump to Content Event location: Frankfurt am Main Category: Cooperation | |
| 2026 | DBFZ participates in Boys’Day 2026 | |
| 23. Apr - 23. Apr |
The DBFZ will take part in Boys’Day on 23 April 2026. The nationwide initiative offers boys insights into professions and study fields where the proportion of men is below 40 percent – for example in health, care, education, social work or service sectors. Workshops also support career and life planning. The DBFZ looks forward to giving participants a hands-on insight into its work.
To the event website Event location: DBFZ in Leipzig Category: Cooperation | |
| 2026 | DBFZ participates in Girls’Day 2026 | |
| 23. Apr - 23. Apr |
The DBFZ will take part in the nationwide Girls’Day on 23 April 2026. This orientation day supports girls in exploring professions and fields of study in which women are still underrepresented – such as IT, trades, natural sciences or engineering. Girls’Day also offers the opportunity to meet female role models from research, business and politics and to discover new career perspectives.
To the event website Event location: DBFZ in Leipzig Category: Cooperation | |
| 2026 | Emissionen im Fokus: Gülle- und Gärproduktlager auf dem Prüfstand | |
| 06. May - 06. May |
Both slurry and fermentation product storage contribute to methane emissions in agriculture – untreated slurry causes significantly higher emissions than fermentation products. However, since fermentation is not economically feasible everywhere, practical alternatives and solutions are needed for both storage systems. The workshop on May 6, 2026, will present methods for emission measurement, current technology, and mitigation measures for slurry and fermentation product storage. The target audience includes decision-makers, manufacturers, users, and government representatives. Find out more and register now!
Zur Veranstaltungsseite Event location: Online Category: DBFZ Event | |
| 2026 | 34th European Biomass Conference and Exhibition EUBCE 2026 | |
| 19. May - 21. May |
EUBCE 2026 is one of the world’s leading events on biomass and bioenergy. From 1–4 June 2026, around 1,500 experts from research, industry and policy will gather to discuss the latest developments in biomass, bioenergy and the circular bioeconomy. Workshops, exhibitions and networking formats offer space for exchange and collaboration. The scientific programme is coordinated by the European Commission’s Joint Research Centre.
To the event website Event location: The Hague, The Netherlands Category: Cooperation | |
| 2026 | 19. Biogas-Innovationskongress | |
| 20. May - 21. May |
On 20–21 May 2026, the 19th Biogas Innovation Congress will take place at the DBU in Osnabrück – once again in the proven hybrid format. Building on the success of the 2025 congress, which impressed with a strong sense of optimism and numerous innovations, the 2026 edition will again provide space for the latest developments, economic impulses and practical solutions for the biogas sector.
To the event website Event location: Osnabrück Category: Cooperation | |
| 2026 | 9th Expert Forum on Hydrothermal Processes | |
| 09. Jun - 10. Jun |
The Call for Abstracts is now open for the 9th Expert Forum on Hydrothermal Processes, taking place on 9–10 June 2026 in Leipzig, Germany. Hosted by the DBFZ, this international English-language conference brings together experts from research and industry to discuss recent developments across the entire value chain of hydrothermal conversion. Contributions are welcome on topics such as hydrothermal liquefaction, biomass fractionation and chemical synthesis, value-added materials, as well as pathways for aqueous phase treatment and valorization. Abstracts must be submitted via an online submission form.
To the event website Event location: DBFZ in Leipzig (Germany) Category: DBFZ Event | |
| 2026 | Sächsische Innovationskonferenz 2026 | |
| 17. Jun - 17. Jun |
The "Sächsische Innovationskonferenz 2026" will take place on 17 June in Dresden, showcasing innovations from across Saxony. Start-ups, companies, investors and researchers come together to experience new ideas, projects and technologies. Whether through exchange, the exhibition or networking, the conference highlights the diversity and forward-looking strength of Saxony as an innovation region.
To the event website Event location: Dresden Category: Cooperation | |