The Austrian Biomass Association is an organisation, which stands up for an effective, ecologically sensitive energy supply in Austria on the basis of solar energy. We particularly promote to increase the use of biomass – as chemically bound solar energy – in the Austrian energy system. The Austrian Biomass Association was founded in 1995 with the purpose of creating an information- and discussion-forum to realise measures for an increased utilization of renewable energy sources. The main activities of the Austrian Biomass Association are: information, consulting, public relations, speeches, organisation of conferences and congresses, external lobbying, publications