Maine legislators review wood pellet regulations

Biomass Magazine March 2009
By Kris Bevill
Web exclusive posted March 12, 2009, at 12:03 p.m. CST

Legislators in Maine are considering a bill which would require wood pellet manufacturers to label their product as a way to provide quality assurance for consumers. Earlier this year, Rep. Wright Pinkam, R-Dist. 88, introduced LD 298 which, if passed, would require wood pellets and other biomass heating fuel sold in Maine to be labeled, identifying whether the fuel meets state Department of Environmental Protection standards. The legislation would also require the environmental protection department to create standards for wood pellet quality.

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