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The rejection of a bioenergy plan in California, which would have boosted US wood pellet exports, poses a challenge for the biomass industry. In response, GSNR is shifting focus to woodchip production for liquid fuels, while Drax seeks to expand operations in Oregon and Washington despite ongoing environmental scrutiny and legal issues related to emissions violations. The sector continues to grow amid European climate policies, even as it faces criticism for its environmental impact and health risks to nearby communities.