The Institute is a trade association which represents the fuel preparation and clean-burning technology of renewable biomass energy sources, and is dedicated to the advancement and promotion of densified fuel technology that will help solve global ecological problems through the utilization of locally renewable energy sources. The organization exists to:

• create and represent the ultimate expertise in the residential and commercial (fiber and pelletized) fuel industry and technology;
  
• coordinate and integrate the needs of raw material sources, pellet equipment suppliers and consultants, fuel producers, appliance manufacturers and distribution entities;
  
• educate, disseminate and promote the ecological, economical and environmental advantages and benefits of fiber-fuel technology;
  
• establish and maintain densified fuel standards, and;
  
• provide information and technical support to facilitate the safety, efficiency, emissions standards and test procedures specifically designed for densified fuel technology.