Biomass Beat: Key Takeaways from the Argus Biomass Conference

Biomass Beat: Key Takeaways from the Argus Biomass Conference

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May 1, 2026 · 32 min · Episode 1257

About this episode

The episode discusses key takeaways from the Argus Biomass Conference, focusing on market sentiment and industry themes.

In this episode of The Biomass Beat, Argus experts revisit key messages from the Argus Biomass Conference, held in London on 21–23 April. Host Hannah Adler, Senior Reporter for Argus Biomass Markets, is joined by Marta Imarisio, Senior Market Reporter, and Jeff Kuntz, Editor, to discuss industry sentiment and dominant themes—both on stage and behind the scenes. Drawing on discussions with producers, utilities, traders and technology providers, the team shares their perspectives on what these insights mean for the market outlook. Listen to the episode to explore: How market sentiment has shifted, with greater optimism than many expected. Why multi‑year highs in European pellet prices were a key focus. Differences in perspective among producers, buyers and technology firms The implications of looming subsidy expiries for biomass-fired plants How lower stocks after recent heating seasons are influencing market behaviour Argus offers biomass prices, news, analysis, and consulting. Get more information and request a free trial.

People in this episode

Host: Hannah Adler

Guests: Marta Imarisio, Jeff Kuntz

Topics covered

  • biomass market outlook
  • industry sentiment
  • European pellet prices
  • subsidy expiries
  • market behaviour

Keywords

  • biomass
  • market sentiment
  • pellet prices
  • subsidy expiries
  • heating seasons

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Organizations: Argus Media

Places: London

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