Of all the stirring anti-petroleum war cries of recent years, the UK’s “Keep it in the ground” has found a rival in California’s “Half the Oil”. But, realistic? How, when? The Union of Concerned Scientists points the way with a new report. The Digest investigates. In Washington, the Union of Concerned Scientists has released a […]
In China, ChemChina announced a $43 billion bid for Syngenta, the companies announced. Syngenta’s US shares rose to $76.47 on the news, which came as Syngenta said that ChemChina was looking for even more acquisitions. The Syngenta board is backing the deal, which is expected to clear regulatory hurdles and close before the end of 2016. […]
The Digest Bioeconomy Index, an index of publicly traded advanced bioeconomy stocks, regained 1.11 percent to 49.25 as ethanol recovered. For the day, REG gained 6.88 percent to $7.30, while Gevo (GEVO) was up 5.84 percent to $0.41. Among other equities, DuPont (DD) surged 4.56 percent to $58.76. Overall, advances led declines by a 9 […]
The Digest Bioeconomy Index, an index of publicly traded advanced bioeconomy stocks, fell 1.02 percent to 48.71 as ethanol tumbled. For the day, The Andersons (ANDE) shed 6.47 percent to $27.16, while Gevo (GEVO) lost 7.12 percent to $0.39. Among other equities, Metabolix (MBLX) rebounded 15.38 percent to $1.20. Overall, declines led advances by a […]
Gevo and Porta are targeting the construction of at least four isobutanol plants in Argentina; first plant to be wholly owned by Porta, with a targeted production capacity of up to five million gallons per year In Colorado, Gevo has entered into a license agreement and a joint development agreement with Argentine ethanol distiller Porta […]
The Digest Bioeconomy Index, an index of publicly traded advanced bioeconomy stocks, slipped 0.55 percent to 49.21 as advanced bio waned. For the day, Aemetis (AMTX) dropped 4.57 percent to $2.09, while Gevo (GEVO) dumped 11.59 percent to $0.42. Among other equities, Metabolix (MBLX) rebounded 20.54 percent to $1.04 Overall, declines led advances by a […]
In Switzerland, AVA Biochem revealed that it is expanding its product portfolio to include platform chemical FDCA (2,5-Furandicarboxylic acid)— and that’s a pathway to a molecule called PEF that’s a potential bio-based replacement for PET used to make clear plastic bottles for soft drinks. So, it’s big news in a field that’s getting crowded with promising […]
By Corinne Young and Michele Jalbert, re:chem Alliance For all of 2015’s turbulence in the renewable chemical sector, in one area – US government policy – the industry saw marked progress. For the last two years, the Renewable Chemical & Advanced Materials Alliance (re:chem), in concert with other stakeholders, has relentlessly advocated for several policy […]
