LAMNET Newsletter
Sixth Issue (December 2004)
- pdf file (2,5 MB)
Fifth Issue (September 2004)
- pdf file (3,5 MB)
Fourth Issue (December 2003)
- pdf file (5,4 MB)
Third Issue (June 2003)
- pdf file (3,6 MB)
Second Issue (December 2002)
- pdf file (2,6 MB)
First Issue (September 2002)
- Company Profiles english language (pdf-file 1 MB)
- Introduction, Contributions english language (pdf-file 400 kB)
- packed files (both above) english language (zip-file 1 MB)
All five Issue
- zip file (7,1 MB)
LAMNET Technological Leaflets
Refined Biofuels – Pellets and Briquettes (pdf-file 270 kB)Workshop Documentation
Modern Bioenergy Village Complex (pdf-file 275 kB)
Microdistillery – Decentralised Bioethanol Production (pdf-file 115 kB)
Position Paper on Biomass, Rural Energy and the Environment
by the three Global multi-stakeholder networks CARENSA, SPARKNET and LAMNET
On the occasion of the JOHANNESBURG SUMMIT 2002
the World Summit on Sustainable Development
26 August to 4 September 2002, Johannesburg, South Africa
Please click here to go to the 'Event' Section which includes all available documents of the LAMNET workshops
Publications in Journals, Newspapers and Conference Proceedings
A Global Network on Bioenergy and its Impact on OECD Countries
R. Janssen, P. Helm, A. Grassi, G. Grassi, J.R. Moriera, O. Masera, Proc. OECD Workshop on Biomass and Agriculture, 10-13 June 2003, Vienna, Austria
For a Sustainable International Fuel Ethanol Market
S.C. Trindade, SE2T International Ltd., USA, LAMNET-NEWS, 3rd Issue (June 2003)
Agro-Energy : A New Function of Agriculture
G. Best, Senior Energy Coordinator Environment and Natural Resources Services, Food and Agriculture Organisation of the United Nations (FAO), LAMNET-NEWS, 3rd Issue (June 2003)
Biomass and Renewable Sources of Energy at the Basis for a Sustainable Development in México
E.A. Rincón, President of the Mexican Association of Solar Energy (ANES), LAMNET-NEWS, 3rd Issue (June 2003)
Promoting clean multiple-fuel cooking for improving rural livelihoods in Mexico
O. Masera, Director Bioenergy Laboratory, Centro de Investigaciones en Ecosistemas (CIECO), UNAM, México, LAMNET-NEWS, 3rd Issue (June 2003)
Ethanol Gelfuel as Efficient Alternative Energy Source
S. Wynne-Jones, D&S Gelfuel Ltd., Malawi, LAMNET-NEWS, 3rd Issue (June 2003)
Bioenergy Energy and Technology Development in China
Wang Mengjie, China Association of Rural Energy Industry (CAREI), LAMNET-NEWS, 3rd Issue (June 2003)
Policies for the Promotion of New and Renewable Sources of Energy
J.R. Moreira, Brazilian Biomass Reference Centre (CENBIO), LAMNET-NEWS, 4th Issue (December 2003)
Activities of the Cuban Centre for World Economy Studies
R. Pichs, Centre for World Economy Studies (CIEM), Cuba, LAMNET-NEWS, 4th Issue (December 2003)
BAZDREAM - A New Network on Sugar Biomass for Food, Energy, By-products and Environment Protection
A. Valdés Delgado, Centre for Managing Prioritised Programmes and Projects (GEPROP), Cuba, LAMNET-NEWS, 4th Issue (December 2003)
China Rural Renewable Energy Development
Li Jingming, Center for Science and Technology Development, Chinese Ministry of Agriculture, LAMNET-NEWS, 4th Issue (December 2003)
Bioenergy and Employment Generation
J. Domac, Energy Institute 'Hrvoje Pozar', Croatia, LAMNET-NEWS, 4th Issue (December 2003)
Addressing Abrupt Climate Change: Can Bioenergy help plug a Kyoto Gap
P. Read, Massey University, Centre for Energy Research, New Zealand, LAMNET-NEWS, 4th Issue (December 2003)
Sugar Ethanol for the Mexican Fuel Market
I. Gómez Macias, Fundación Emisión, México, LAMNET-NEWS, 4th Issue (December 2003)
CDM Projects in Chile
G. Aroca, School of Biochemical Engineering, Catholic University of Valparaiso, Chile, LAMNET-NEWS, 4th Issue (December 2003)
Industrial Cooperation in the Framework of the Global Bioenergy Network - LAMNET
R. Janssen, WIP - Renewable Energies, Proc. 4th LAMNET Workshop - International Bioenergy Forum: China - EU Cooperation, 28-30 Sept. 2003, Guangzhou, P.R. China
Small-scale Modern Autonomous Bioenergy Complexes - Development Instrument for Fighting Poverty and Social Exclusion in Rural Villages
G. Grassi, European Biomass Industry Association (EUBIA), Proc. 4th LAMNET Workshop, 28-30 Sept. 2003, Guangzhou, P.R. China
The Municipal Solid Waste: An Energy Important but Environmentally problematic Renwable Energy Source
S. Kyritsis, Agricultural University of Athens, Greece, Proc. 4th LAMNET Workshop, 28-30 Sept. 2003, Guangzhou, P.R. China
Main Steps for Developing and Implementing a Bioenergy Project in China through International Joint Ventures
H. Wouters, Berwin Leighton Paisner, Belgium, Proc. 4th LAMNET Workshop, 28-30 Sept. 2003, Guangzhou, P.R. China
Bioenergy Strategy and Policy Issues in the World
G. Hernandez, Centre for World Economy Studies (CIEM), Cuba, Proc. 4th LAMNET Workshop, 28-30 Sept. 2003, Guangzhou, P.R. China
Bioenergy Development in China - Conference Keynote Speech
Hong Fuzeng, Vice President of September 3rd Society, Former Vice Minister of Chinese Ministry of Agriculture, Proc. 6th LAMNET Workshop - International Conference on Bioenergy Utilisation and Environment Protection, 24-26 Sept. 2003, Dalian, P.R. China
Development and Utilisation of Biomass Energy and Related Supporting Policies in China
Gu Shuhua, Tsinghua University - Energy and Environment Technology Centre, P.R. China, Proc. 6th LAMNET Workshop, 24-26 Sept. 2003, Dalian, P.R. China
Development of Biomass Conversion Technology and Industry in China
Xiao Mingsong, Committee of Biomass Conversion Centre and Environment Protection, P.R. China, Proc. 6th LAMNET Workshop, 24-26 Sept. 2003, Dalian, P.R. China
Prospects for Application of Biomass Pyrolysis Technology in China
Nan Fang, Dalian Environmental Science Design and Research Institute, P.R. China, Proc. 6th LAMNET Workshop, 24-26 Sept. 2003, Dalian, P.R. China
A New Type of Straw Gasification-Heating System
Liu Yong, Gu Chaoguang, Hefei Tian Yan Green Energy Development Ltd., P.R. China, Proc. 6th LAMNET Workshop, 24-26 Sept. 2003, Dalian, P.R. China
Synthesis of DME via Catalytic Conversion of Biomass
Chang Jie, Wang Tiejun, Guangzhou Institute of Energy Conversion, P.R. China, Proc. 6th LAMNET Workshop, 24-26 Sept. 2003, Dalian, P.R. China
Normal Temperature Biomass Briquetting Technology
Che Zhanbin, Beijing Huizhongshi Science Co. Ltd., P.R. China, Proc. 6th LAMNET Workshop, 24-26 Sept. 2003, Dalian, P.R. China
Biomass Pyrolysis and its Potential for China
Zhu Xifeng, University of Science and Technology of China (USTC), Proc. 6th LAMNET Workshop, 24-26 Sept. 2003, Dalian, P.R. China
Bioenergy from Sugar Sorghum in China
Wang Zhaomu, Li Shoushan, Xinjiang Academy of Agricultural Sciences, P.R. China, Proc. 6th LAMNET Workshop, 24-26 Sept. 2003, Dalian, P.R. China
Financing Large-scale Bioethanol Projects in China and Italy
F. Cariello, ETA - Florence, Italy, Proc. 6th LAMNET Workshop, 24-26 Sept. 2003, Dalian, P.R. China
Circular Economy Model - Fuel Ethanol and Biogas
Du Fengguang, Jia Hao, Henan Tianguan Group Co. Ltd., P.R. China, Proc. 6th LAMNET Workshop, 24-26 Sept. 2003, Dalian, P.R. China
Potential of Giant Grasses in cold, dry and saline conditions
Qingguo Xi, Beijing R&D Centre for Grasses and Environment, P.R. China, Proc. 6th LAMNET Workshop, 24-26 Sept. 2003, Dalian, P.R. China
Large-scale Industry Utilisation as an Essential Approach for Resolving Stalks
Sun Minghu, Nan Fang, Dalian Environmental Science Design and Research Institute, P.R. China, Proc. 6th LAMNET Workshop, 24-26 Sept. 2003, Dalian, P.R. China
Policies for the Promotion of New and Renewable Sources of Energy
J.R. Moreira, Brazilian Biomass Reference Centre (CENBIO), Proc. 5th LAMNET Workshop - International Seminar on Bioenergy and Sustainable Rural Development, 26-28 June 2003, Morelia, Mexico
Las Energias Renovables y la Politica Publica en Mexico
O. de Buen, Faculdad de Ingenieria, UNAM, Mexico, Proc. 5th LAMNET Workshop, 26-28 June 2003, Morelia, Mexico
The path is clearing for Fuel Alcohols in Colombia
H. Echeverri, C.V. Martinez, Corpodib, Colombia, Proc. 5th LAMNET Workshop, 26-28 June 2003, Morelia, Mexico
Automotive Fuels from Flash-Pyrolysis of Biomass
L. Conti, S.G. Mascia, G. Scano, University of Sassari, Italy, Proc. 5th LAMNET Workshop, 26-28 June 2003, Morelia, Mexico
Future Participation of Bioenergy in the Mexican Energy Mix for Power Generation
F. Manzini, J. Islas, M. Martinez, Centre for Energy Research, UNAM, Mexico, Proc. 5th LAMNET Workshop, 26-28 June 2003, Morelia, Mexico
Electricity from Biofuels in Latin American Sugar Mills
E. Riegelhaupt, Universidad Nacional de Entre Rios, Argentina, Proc. 5th LAMNET Workshop, 26-28 June 2003, Morelia, Mexico
La Biomasa en Costa Rica
L. Vargas, M. Otoya, Centro Internacional de Politica Economica (CINPE-UNA), Costa Rica, Proc. 5th LAMNET Workshop, 26-28 June 2003, Morelia, Mexico
Small-scale Cogeneration - A New Tar-free Gasifier
L. Conti, S.G. Mascia, G. Scano, University of Sassari, Italy, Proc. 5th LAMNET Workshop, 26-28 June 2003, Morelia, Mexico
Development of Biomass Conversion Technology and Industry in China
Wang Mengjie, China Association of Rural Energy Industry, Proc. 5th LAMNET Workshop, 26-28 June 2003, Morelia, Mexico
Food Security, Bioenergy and Rural Development in the Developing World
G. Hernandez, Centre for World Economy Studies, Cuba, Proc. 5th LAMNET Workshop, 26-28 June 2003, Morelia, Mexico
Biomass Resources of Mexico
J.L. Arvizu Fernandez, H. Villamar, Electrical Research Institute, Mexico, Proc. 5th LAMNET Workshop, 26-28 June 2003, Morelia, Mexico
Environmental and Socio-economic Impacts of Charcoal Production in Kenya
R. Bailis, University of California Berkeley, USA, Proc. 5th LAMNET Workshop, 26-28 June 2003, Morelia, Mexico
Forest Resources for Energy: Environmental and Social Dimensions in 4 Countries in Latin America
T. Arias Chalico, Universidad de Buenos Aires, Argentina, Proc. 5th LAMNET Workshop, 26-28 June 2003, Morelia, Mexico
A Multiscale Assessment of Woodfuel Hot Spots: A Case Study for Mexico
G. Guerrero, A. Ghilardi, O. Masera, CIECO-UNAM, Mexico, Proc. 5th LAMNET Workshop, 26-28 June 2003, Morelia, Mexico
Fogon Reciclador de Calor (FORECA)
F.J. Aceves Hernandez, I. Pelon Escalante, J.A. Urbano Castelan, Instituto Politecnico Nacional, Mexico, Proc. 5th LAMNET Workshop, 26-28 June 2003, Morelia, Mexico
'Global Renewable Energy Potential'
Contribution to the 3rd LAMNET Project Workshop, Brasilia, 2-4 December 2002
by José Roberto Moreira, CENBIO, Brazil
'Sustainable Energy Supply for Germany - Results of the Enquete Commission of the German Parliament'
Contribution to the 3rd LAMNET Project Workshop, Brasilia, 2-4 December 2002
by Harry Lehmann, Institut for Sustainable Solutions and Innovations - ISUSI, Germany
'Liquid Biofuels in Brazil'
Contribution to the 3rd LAMNET Project Workshop, Brasilia, 2-4 December 2002
by Luiz Carlos Correa de Carvalho, Sao Paulo Sugarcane Agroindustry Union - UNICA, Brazil
'Innovative Fuels and Biomass Resources'
Contribution to the 3rd LAMNET Project Workshop, Brasilia, 2-4 December 2002
by Dr. Nasir El Bassam, Federal Agricultural Research Centre - FAL, Germany
'Ethanol Potential in Costa Rica'
Contribution to the 3rd LAMNET Project Workshop, Brasilia, 2-4 December 2002
by Dr. Leiner Vargas, ECOMAP Unit - International Center of Economic Policy (CINPE-UNA), Costa Rica
'Principle and Application of Fuel Cells (Methanol/Air as Example)'
Contribution to the 3rd LAMNET Project Workshop, Brasilia, 2-4 December 2002
by Prof. Wolf Vielstich, Instituto de Quimica de Sao Carlos - University of Sao Paulo, Brazil
'Hydrogen Generation from Ethanol by Allothermal Reforming'
Contribution to the 3rd LAMNET Project Workshop, Brasilia, 2-4 December 2002
by Thomas Rampe, Peter Hübner, Bernhard Vogel, Angelika Heinzel, Fraunhofer Institute for Solar Energy Systems - ISE, Germany
'The Electrocatalysis of Ethanol Oxidation'
Contribution to the 3rd LAMNET Project Workshop, Brasilia, 2-4 December 2002
by Prof. Teresa Iwasita, Instituto de Quimica de Sao Carlos - University of Sao Paulo, Brazil
'Decentralised Energy Self-sufficient Supply and Disposal Systems'
Contribution to the 3rd LAMNET Project Workshop, Brasilia, 2-4 December 2002
by Susanne Kimmich, Institut für Solare Energieversorgungstechnik e.V. - ISET, Germany'The Brazilian Energy Initiative'
Technical Contribution published in the second issue of the LAMNET newsletter
By Jose Goldemberg, Secretary of State for the Environment, Sao Paolo, Brazil
- english language (pdf-file 277 kB)
'South Korea the Brazilian Energy Initiative Biomass Contribution'
Contribution to the Biotrade Workshop in Amsterdam 2002
By José Roberto Moreira
- english language (pdf-file 500 kB)
'A global network on bioenergy - Objectives, strategies and first results'
By: R. Janssen, P. Helm, P. Grimm, G. Grassi, B. Coda, A. Grassi and A. Agterberg
International Sugar Journal, Vol. 104, June 2002, No. 1242
- english language (pdf-file 340 kB)
LAMNET contribution to the Proceedings of the
'12th European Conference and Technology Exhibition on Biomass for Energy, Industry and Climate Protection'
By: R. Janssen, P. Helm, P. Grimm, A. Grassi, A. Agterberg, B. Coda, G. Grassi, T. Fjällström, J. Lindstedt, J.R. Moreira, O. Masera, Li Baosham, H. Sada Sy
- english language (pdf-file 380 kB)
Newspaper article published in March 2002: Interview with the Network member Prof. Joseph Miller,
Universidade Federal da Paraiba, Brazil
- portuguese language (pdf-file 151 kB)Newspaper article published in March 2002: "Álcool do bagaco da cana"
- portuguese language (pdf-file 64 kB)
LAMNET Steering Commitee Meetings
Minutes of the First Steering Commitee Meeting, 05/03/2002, EUBIA Office, Brussels
- english language (pdf-file 40 kB)Minutes of the Second Steering Commitee Meeting, 19/06/2002, RAI, Amsterdam
- english language (pdf-file 90 kB)