On Wednesday, November 16, 2011 in Washington, DC, a coalition of rural, renewable energy, and natural resource interests from across the U.S. will gather for an education and outreach event, the Biomass Thermal DC Summit. Summit participants will engage policy makers and renewable energy-related groups on the substantial benefits of biomass thermal energy use: increased rural economic activity, energy independence, healthier forests, and effective tax policy.

Over the past three years, the combined efforts of numerous non-profit organizations, community members, and businesses have raised the profile of biomass thermal energy in Congress. This event seeks to build upon that foundation.

Read more about the Summit’s activities and how to get involved by clicking here. If you have any questions, please contact the PFI staff at pfimail@pelletheat.org or (703) 522-0548. PFI will provide updates on the Summit in the coming weeks.

PFI is planning to organize congressional visits on Tuesday, November 15th, to coincide with the Summit. If you plan to be in town for the Summit and are interested in participating in meetings on Capitol Hill, please contact PFI staff at pfimail@pelletheat.org. Following the conclusion of the Summit, the PFI Board of Directors meeting will convene on Thursday, November 17th.