Martin Twer - Biomass Program Director
As Biomass Program Director, Martin works with State and local efforts that encourage forest biomass development, related policy, and economic opportunities. His first exposure to biomass utilization for energy came during a study-abroad year in Finland, and he has made a career out of bringing public awareness to biomass technologies and forest biomass projects. These include sustainable bioenergy, low-value wood products markets, as well as biochar production and utilization. Martin was born and raised in Germany, and graduated with a degree in Landscape Ecology before moving to Montana in 2002. He holds an MS degree in Resource Conservation and Forestry from the University of Montana and has completed course work for an MA in Economics. After 10 years as Bioenergy Associate Specialist with the Cooperative Extension Service in Montana, he now lives, works, and plays in the Sierra Nevada. He enjoys home remodeling, gardening, and explorations in nature.
Email Martin: martin@thewatershedcenter.com