Core Insights - The BRICS Project Forum on Biomass Energy and Materials was held on September 11, focusing on the research progress of agricultural biomass directed thermal conversion in the context of sustainable development in the "water-energy-food" nexus [1][3] - The conference aimed to deepen cooperation among BRICS countries and establish a regular international energy forum to ensure long-term collaboration and strategic trust [1][3] Group 1 - The conference was initiated under the national key R&D program "Intergovernmental International Science and Technology Innovation Cooperation" with participation from various institutions including China University of Petroleum, Chinese Academy of Sciences, and Nanjing Forestry University [3] - Key international participants included experts from Brazil, Russia, and South Africa, indicating a collaborative effort across multiple BRICS nations [3][4] Group 2 - Discussions included future cooperation in clean utilization of biomass energy and new energy systems, with experts expressing optimism about achieving substantial collaborative outcomes under the BRICS intergovernmental cooperation framework [4] - Initial agreements were reached on research collaboration and talent cultivation, highlighting the importance of these areas for future partnerships [4][5]