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Pioneering Digital Biomass Quantification in Namibia’s Bush-Encroached Areas
Namibia’s bush savannas are undergoing extensive transformation, with bush encroachment impacting over 45 million hectares of rangeland, resulting in diminished grazing capacity, reduced biodiversity, and constrained water resources. Addressing the urgent need for sustainable bush control and optimised biomass utilisation, the Namibia Biomass Industry Group (N-BiG) has launched a pioneering [...]
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Meeting EU Renewable Energy Goals with SURE Certification
The SURE-EU system covers the entire biomass chain – from production to energy, heat, and cold generation. This holistic approach ensures that every step is verified, making sustainability easier to track and more reliable to report. Transparency is key—not just for compliance with EU standards but also for building trust [...]
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N-BiG is testing new digital method of quantifying bush in partnership with international experts at CCF
N-BiG, in collaboration with researchers from the University of Göttingen (UniGoe), OGF GmbH, the Ministry of Environment, Forestry and Tourism (MEFT), and a drone pilot from Fly Lab Namibia, embarked on an exciting new project focused on Digital Biomass Quantification. Using cutting-edge laser scanning technology—both aerial (drones) and ground-based—this project [...]
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French Delegation Joins NamPower Consortium for Otjikoto Biomass Power Project Mission in Namibia
As part of the implementation of the NamPower Otjikoto Biomass Power Station (OBPS) ,a delegation from the French Development Agency (AFD) and the French Facility for Global Environment (FFEM) is visiting Namibia from 7 to 11 April 2025 as part of the mission on the mission aimed to gain a [...]
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The CARP+ Project’ s Sustainable Value Chains in Namibia
The CARP+ project, led by the University of Namibia, has been finding solutions by turning invasive bushes into valuable products. This included using encroacher bush silage for animal feed, producing oyster mushrooms from bush residues, and developing other products like biochar and fencing poles. By promoting sustainable farming, the project [...]
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Butoval Research Project Launch
The biomass industry, often viewed through the lens of waste management or energy production, holds the potential to become a cornerstone of environmental, social, and economic development in Namibia. The ButoVal Research Project, officially launched on 11 March 2025 in Witvlei, is a strategic initiative aimed at addressing the adverse [...]
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N-BiG Technical Team Participates in FSC Group Scheme Training
During 4–5 March 2025, our technical team participated in the Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) Group Scheme Training in Pietermaritzburg, South Africa. The training took place at the NCT Forestry Agricultural Co-operative and SAPPI Institute facilities, providing both theoretical and practical insights into FSC certification and its implementation. A key highlight [...]
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Unlocking Namibia’s Biomass Potential for Sustainable Growth
Namibia’s vast encroacher bush offers a unique opportunity to restore rangelands, improve agricultural productivity, and create jobs – but sustainability must guide every step of the way. By combining responsible bush thinning with value-added products such as charcoal, bush-based animal feed, and biochar, Namibia can turn an environmental challenge into [...]
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Turning bush into a solid
The ambitious EU-funded SteamBioAfrica project set out to address these multiple challenges. The key aim was to demonstrate that an innovative process called superheated steam torrefaction could be used to transform bush plants into a solid biofuel with coal-like properties. “We wanted to show that the bush could be used [...]
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Office Closure Notice
Wishing you a season filled with joy, success, and prosperity! Happy Holidays from all of us at Namibia Biomass Industry Group (N-BiG)! May the festivities bring laughter and great memories. Here’s to a bright and sustainable New Year!
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SURE Certification: Empowering Sustainable Biomass
Did you know? N-BiG was appointed as the National Supporting Body for SURE Certification, marking Namibia as the first African country to hold this role. This partnership aims to promote sustainable biomass certification, expand global market access, and foster collaboration with Certification Bodies to certify companies in the biomass value [...]
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The Otjikoto 40 MW Biomass Power Project Groundbreaking
To commemorate the start of the Otjikoto 40 MW Biomass Power Station Project, NamPower hosted a groundbreaking ceremony. The first biomass-based power producing facility in Namibia is located outside of Tsumeb, close to the Otjikoto Substation. This innovative project will address bush encroachment to generate affordable base load electricity. Through [...]
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Strengthening Biomass Sector Collaboration: Ugandan Delegation Visits N-BiG
N-BiG hosted a delegation from Uganda, with special guest Mr. Johnson Ndokosho, Director of Forestry from the Ministry of Environment, Forestry & Tourism (MEFT), who shared valuable insights on regulatory measures. The purpose of the Ugandan visit was to gain a comprehensive understanding of Namibia’s biomass sector, with a particular [...]
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NBIG Facilitates Comprehensive Training on Sustainable Bush Control and Biomass Utilisation for Youth
NBIG is currently conducting training for 132 National Youth Service Students at the NYS farm, Gemsbok, located around 80 km from the NYS center. The participants are divided into three groups, each undergoing two days of comprehensive theoretical and practical training on sustainable bush control and biomass utilisation. #Trainings #capacitybuilding [...]
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Exciting Opportunity Alert!
NamPower is inviting bids for consultancy services to support the implementation and management of the FSC Group Scheme at the Otjikoto Biomass Power Station. Pre-Bid Meeting: 5 November 2024 Bid Deadline: 9 December 2024 Bid Documents: https://www.nampower.com.na/Bid.aspx?id=252031 For any inquiries, please contact the Procurement Management Unit at Tel: +264 61 [...]
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The implementation of the 3rd Renewable Energy Directive (RED III) is progressing
On 11th of October 2024, the European Commission sent the voluntary certification schemes, including SUSTAINABLE RESOURCES Verification Scheme, the so-called ‘Assessment Protocol Template’. This document forms the basis for applying for recognition under RED III. SURE is currently working intensively on adapting the SURE-EU scheme principles to the new requirements [...]
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N-BiG Launches Intensive Biomass Training for Agribank Staff
N-BiG facilitated a two day intensive training to equip Agribank staff with the knowledge and skills needed to better understand the biomass sector and effectively evaluate and issue loans for biomass projects, especially for SMEs and the broader business community. The training provides both theoretical and practical insights into Bush [...]
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