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BIO World Congress to Address Industrial Biotech’s Role in Building a Biobased Economy
February 21 2013

The Biotechnology Industry Organization (BIO) announced its plenary session program for the...

Nominations Open for the BIO George Washington Carver Award for Innovation in Industrial Biotech
February 6 2013

BIO announced that it is accepting nominations for the annual George Washington Carver Award...

San Diego Selected as Venue for BIO’s 2013 Pacific Rim Summit
January 25 2013

Today the Biotechnology Industry Organization (BIO) announced the 2013 Pacific Rim Summit on...

BIO Opens Registration for 10th Annual World Congress on Industrial Biotechnology and Bioprocessing in Montreal
December 17 2012

Today the Biotechnology Industry Organization (BIO) announced registration and housing are now...

BIO Pacific Rim Summit to Showcase Role of Biomass in Building Biobased Economy
October 3 2012

The Biotechnology Industry Organization’s (BIO) 2012 Pacific Rim Summit on Industrial...

BIO Pacific Rim Summit Highlights Strength of Industrial Biotech in Canada
September 24 2012

The Biotechnology Industry Organization’s (BIO) 2012 Pacific Rim Summit on Industrial...

BIO Issues Call for Papers and Panel Submissions for 2013 World Congress on Industrial Biotechnology and Bioprocessing
September 12 2012

The Biotechnology Industry Organization (BIO) invites leaders from the biotechnology, chemical...

BIO Thanks Romney, Ryan for Supporting Energy Security and Standing Firm on the Renewable Fuel Standard
August 24 2012

BIO thanked Gov. Mitt Romney for his stated intention to “support increased market...

BIO Pacific Rim Summit to Address Commercialization and Capital in Industrial Biotechnology
August 22 2012

The Summit will bring together industry leaders, university researchers and venture...

BIO Pacific Rim Summit to Address Innovation and Future of Advanced Biofuels and Biorefinery Development, Renewable Chemicals, Biomass Utilization, and Synthetic Biology
August 7 2012

The Biotechnology Industry Organization (BIO) today announced more than 100 speakers covering...

BIO Urges EPA and Congress to Stay the Course on the Renewable Fuel Standard
August 3 2012

Waiving the federal Renewable Fuel Standard even for one year will produce instability in the...

Renewable Chemical Production Tax Credit Will Help U.S. Biotech Companies Create Jobs, BIO Says
August 3 2012

Producing renewable chemicals and biobased products using homegrown biotechnology can generate...

BIO Thanks Sens. Baucus, Hatch, Senate Finance Committee for Extending Tax Policy That Drives Innovation
August 2 2012

The Biotechnology Industry Organization (BIO) today thanked Sens. Max Baucus (D-Mont.) and...

BIO Testifies to House Agriculture Subcommittee That Farm Bill Energy Programs Are Working
May 18 2012

“Farm Bill energy programs are working and BIO member companies are beginning to put...

BIO Thanks Reps. Pascrell, Bilbray for Policy that Levels the Playing Field for Renewable Chemicals
April 27 2012

BIO thanks Reps. Bill Pascrell (D-N.J.) and Brian Bilbray (R-Calif.) for introducing...

BIO Applauds Senate Agriculture Committee for Passing Bipartisan Farm Bill
April 27 2012

Programs reauthorized and funded in the Senate Agriculture Committee's ...

BIO Asks House Committee on Ways and Means to Extend Critical Tax Provisions
April 26 2012

The Biotechnology Industry Organization (BIO) today submitted a statement for the record to...

BIO Thanks Senators Lugar, Conrad for Supporting Farm Energy
April 26 2012

BIO today thanked Sens. Richard Lugar (R-Ind.), Kent Conrad (D-N.D.), and nine others...

Coca Cola and Dow Chemical Among Companies to Bring Consumer Focus to 2012 World Congress on Industrial Biotechnology
April 19 2012

Representatives from the Dow Chemical Company, Coca Cola, the National Defense Center for...

Innovative Industrial Biotechnology Companies to Present to Investors, Discuss Investment Trends in Clean Tech at 2012 World Congress on Industrial Biotechnology
April 12 2012

(BIO) announced the industrial biotechnology companies selected to present their technology...

Farm Bill Energy Title Reauthorization Critical for Energy Independence and Continued U.S. Innovation, BIO Says
April 5 2012

BIO joined 100 renewable energy, energy efficiency, farm, ranch, commodity, environmental, and...

Execs From Coca Cola, United Airlines, Goodyear and Chrysler Among Speakers at 2012 World Congress on Industrial Biotechnology
April 5 2012

Executives from brand-name consumer product companies will discuss the strategies for adoption...

BIO’s 9th Annual World Congress Shows Strength of Industrial Biotech and Biofuels in Southeast United States
March 15 2012

We are excited to bring this conference to Orlando to highlight the industry's growth,...

BIO Applauds Senator Stabenow’s Proposed Legislation Supporting Creation of a Biobased Economy
March 5 2012

New "Grow It Here, Make It Here" legislation introduced today by Sen. Debbie...

Commercialization of Advanced Biofuels to be Key Theme at BIO World Congress on Industrial Biotechnology and Bioprocessing
February 29 2012

Continued commercialization of the industrial biotechnology sector can drive the creation of a...

BIO Applauds Strengthening of the USDA BioPreferred Program
February 21 2012

BIO welcomes...

BIO Applauds Sen. Stabenow’s Grow It Here, Make It Here Initiative
February 21 2012

BIO thanks Sen. Debbie Stabenow (D-Mich.) for announcing policy proposals in Detroit that...

BIO Plenary Speakers for the 2012 World Congress on Industrial Biotechnology and Bioprocessing to Address Advanced Biofuels, Renewable Chemicals and Creation of a Biobased Economy
February 16 2012

Company executives, scientists and government officials will bring a global perspective as...

BIO’s 9th Annual World Congress on Industrial Biotechnology and Bioprocessing in Orlando to Feature Presentations on Advanced Biofuels and Renewable Chemicals
February 9 2012

“We are excited to bring this conference to Orlando to highlight the industry's...

BIO Asks Senate Committee to Target Tax Credits to Advanced Biofuel and Renewable Chemical Technologies That Will Create Jobs and Economic Growth
December 14 2011

BIO submitted written testimony to the Senate Finance Subcommittee on Energy, Natural...

BIO Applauds Sen. Stabenow’s Bill to Extend Advanced Energy Project Credit to Renewable Chemicals and Biobased Products
November 2 2011

Biobased products and renewable chemicals can contribute to energy security and create new...

Farm Bill Should Include Energy Programs to Provide Important Market for Agricultural Products, BIO Says
October 5 2011

The Rural Economic Farm and Ranch Sustainability and Hunger (REFRESH) Act of 2011 introduced...

USDA Research Grants Will Help Develop Next Generation Crops for Advanced Biofuels
September 28 2011

Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack announced five agricultural research project grants aimed at...

BIO Applauds USDA Announcement of New Biomass Project Areas
July 26 2011

BIO applauded Secretary of Agriculture Tom Vilsack’s announcement of four new BCAP project areas...

Biofuels Tax Compromise a Good First Step, But Should Focus on Investment Climate for Advanced Biofuels, BIO Says
July 15 2011

BIO and other advanced biofuels groups have long advocated for an investment tax credit (ITC)...

BIO and Other Groups Urge Congress To Preserve Renewable Fuel Standard
May 17 2011

BIO today joined the Advanced BioFuel Association, the Renewable Fuel Association, the...

BIO Thanks Agriculture Secretary Vilsack, Energy Secretary Chu for Biomass Program and R&D Grants
May 5 2011

BIO thanks Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack and Energy Secretary Steven Chu on the...

Extension of Cellulosic Biofuel Tax Credit Needed to Restart Investment, BIO Says
May 4 2011

Tax incentives that support advanced biofuels, biobased products, and renewable chemicals are...

Civilian and Military Aviation Biofuels: Companies to Highlight New Technologies and Markets at BIO’s World Congress on Industrial Biotechnology
April 28 2011

During BIO's 8th annual World Congress on Industrial Biotechnology and Bioprocessing,...

Business Executives to Highlight Opportunities for New Product Development from Renewables at BIO’s World Congress
April 21 2011

Corporate leaders will discuss benefits for businesses and consumers through incorporation of...

Corporate Leaders to Present Global View on Commercialization of Industrial Biotechnology at BIO’s World Congress
April 14 2011

Business executives, scientists and policy makers will highlight opportunities to...

BIO Welcomes New Professional Staff to the Industrial & Environmental Section
April 6 2011

BIO announces the hires of Sarah Thornton as director of biofuels and biomass policy and...

Innovative Companies to Present to Investors at 2011 World Congress on Industrial Biotechnology and Bioprocessing in Toronto
March 31 2011

BIO announces the industrial biotechnology companies selected to present their technology...

Energy Policy Must Help U.S. Companies Commercialize Innovative Biofuel Technologies
March 30 2011

BIO thanks President Obama and his administration for leadership in supporting the commercial...

Investment Potential Highlighted in Breakout Sessions for 2011 World Congress on Industrial Biotechnology and Bioprocessing in Toronto
March 21 2011

Industry analysts are projecting double digit growth in the biobased product sector, and an...

BIO Announces Plenary Speakers for 2011 World Congress on Industrial Biotechnology and Bioprocessing in Toronto
March 7 2011

Company C-level executives, scientists and government officials from Canada, Europe and the...

BIO Invites Nominations for the 2011 George Washington Carver Award for Innovation in Industrial Biotechnology
February 28 2011

The fourth annual ...

America’s Biotechnology Sector – Answering President Obama’s Call For Job Growth and Innovation
January 26 2011

BIO's commends President Obama for highlighting the need to increase our nation...

BIO Says Aggressive New USDA Loan Guarantees for Biorefinery Projects Will Help Industry Overcome Financing Hurdles
January 20 2011

BIO thanks Secretary of Agriculture Tom Vilsack for his leadership on biofuels...

BIO Applauds USDA for Biobased Product Label Launch
January 19 2011

 The BioPreferredSM Certified Biobased Product label...

Registration Opens for 2011 World Congress on Industrial Biotechnology and Bioprocessing
January 13 2011

More than 1,000 high-profile scientists, executives, government officials and investors are...

BIO Applauds EPA Decision to Defer Greenhouse Gas Permitting Requirement for Biomass Energy Facilities
January 13 2011

BIO welcomes the decision by EPA Administrator Lisa Jackson to defer application of CO2...

BIO Congratulates Harry Baumes on Appointment as Director of USDA Office of Energy Policy and New Uses
December 14 2010
BIO Asks Congress to Include Biobased Materials and Renewable Chemicals in Tax Legislation
December 1 2010
BIO to Host Synthetic Biology Workshop at 2010 Pacific Rim Summit on Industrial Biotech and Bioenergy
November 24 2010
Biofuels Digest Readers Rank Military Interest, Biobased Product Value Streams as Strongest Drivers for Biofuel Industry in 2011
November 23 2010
BIO Announces Additional Plenary Sessions and Speakers for 2010 Pacific Rim Summit on Industrial Biotech and Bioenergy
November 2 2010
BIO, Other Advanced Biofuels Organizations Ask Administration for Renewed Focus on Next Generation Biofuel Technologies
October 21 2010
BIO Announces Breakout Sessions and Speakers for 2010 Pacific Rim Summit on Industrial Biotech and Bioenergy
October 7 2010
Advanced Biofuel Trade Associations Ask President Obama to Unlock DOE Loan Guarantee Program
September 22 2010
BIO Issues Call for Paper and Panel Submissions for 2010 Pacific Rim Summit on Industrial Biotech and Bioenergy
May 14 2010
Algae Companies to Discuss Potential for Biofuels, Biobased Products and Chemicals
May 6 2010
New BIO Report Highlights Value of Biotechnology to Individuals and Society
May 4 2010

A new report issued by the Biotechnology Industry Organization underscores how biotechnology...

2010 Leadership Summit to Highlight Role of Biotechnology Innovation in Reducing Climate Change Emissions
April 20 2010

BIO announces the 2010 Leadership Summit: The Role of Biotechnology Innovation in Addressing...

BIO Asks Congress to Support Deployment of Biotech Chemical Platforms to Create Green Jobs
March 11 2010

WASHINGTON, D.C. (Thursday, March 11, 2010) - Federal tax policies should incentivize commercial...

BIO Calls for a Range of Policies to Support Biorefinery Commercialization and Create Green Jobs
March 4 2010
Clean Air and Water, Green Products: Brought to You by Biotechnology
April 20 2009

Letters, Testimony & Comments

Biofuels Producers Coordinating Council Asks President Obama to Stay the Course on RFS
August 27 2012
Dear Mr. President, The drought impacting the United States has already caused millions of dollars in economic damages to rural America...
BIO Testimony to House Agriculture Subcommittee on Farm Bill Energy Programs
May 21 2012
Testimony of the Honorable James C. Greenwood President and CEO, Biotechnology Industry Organization Subcommittee on Conservation,...
BIO Requests for FY 2012 Energy and Water Appropriations Act
May 17 2011
Dear Chairman Frelinghuysen and Ranking Member Visclosky: On behalf of the Biotechnology Industry Organization (BIO), I am writing to...
Job Creation: Biobased Products Seek Equal Tax Credits
December 1 2010
Dear Honorable Sander Levin and Honorable Dave Camp, We applaud your ongoing leadership on strengthening U.S. manufacturing and...
DOE: Loan Guarantee Program for Advanced Biofuels, Renewable Chemicals
September 20 2010
Dear President Obama: We are writing to ask for your support to provide additional guidance to the Department of Energy’s (DOE)...
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Press Releases

BIO World Congress to Address Industrial Biotech’s Role in Building a Biobased Economy
February 21 2013
BIO announces plenary session program for 2013 World Congress   The Biotechnology Industry Organization (BIO...
Nominations Open for the BIO George Washington Carver Award for Innovation in Industrial Biotech
February 6 2013
The Biotechnology Industry Organization (BIO) announced that it is accepting nominations for the annual George...
San Diego Selected as Venue for BIO’s 2013 Pacific Rim Summit
January 25 2013
BIO Partners with BIOCOM to Host Summit Today the Biotechnology Industry Organization (BIO) announced the 2013...
BIO Opens Registration for 10th Annual World Congress on Industrial Biotechnology and Bioprocessing in Montreal
December 17 2012
Today the Biotechnology Industry Organization (BIO) announced registration and housing are now open for the 2013...
BIO Pacific Rim Summit to Showcase Role of Biomass in Building Biobased Economy
October 3 2012
Washington, D.C. (October 3, 2012) – The Biotechnology Industry Organization’s (BIO) 2012 Pacific Rim...
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