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Toray and PTT Global Chemical agree to explore mass production technology to build supply structure for non-edible biomass-derived nylon

Toray and PTT Global Chemical agree to explore mass production technology to build supply structure for non-edible biomass-derived nylon

November 22, 2024 |

In Japan, Toray Industries announced that it has signed a memorandum of understanding with major Thai petrochemicals producer PTT Global Chemical Public Company Limited (GC) to explore mass production technology for adipic acid made from non-edible biomass. Toray and GC will jointly evaluate the feasibility of mass production technology and commercialization in Thailand and Japan. […]

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Japan’s Enshu Forest Energy starts commercial operations at its 7.1MW biomass-fired power plant

Japan’s Enshu Forest Energy starts commercial operations at its 7.1MW biomass-fired power plant

November 22, 2024 |

In Japan, World of Renewables reported that Japanese company Enshu Forest Energy officially began operations at its 7.1MW biomass power plant in Fukuroi city, Shizuoka prefecture, on November 16. The report noted that the Enshu plant will use 90,000 tons of wood chips per year, sourced primarily from unused forest materials in Shizuoka. It is […]

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Towngas, CPN sign green methanol distribution MoU to promote Hong Kong as a green port

Towngas, CPN sign green methanol distribution MoU to promote Hong Kong as a green port

November 22, 2024 |

In Hong Kong, the Hong Kong and China Gas Company Limited (Towngas) and Chimbusco Pan Nation Petro-Chemical Company Limited (CPN) have recently signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU).  Both parties agreed to establish a long-term partnership to jointly develop domestic and international green methanol marine fuel markets.  Under the terms of the agreement, Towngas and […]

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ORIX to conduct a sea trial using biofuel in the owned vessel

ORIX to conduct a sea trial using biofuel in the owned vessel

November 22, 2024 |

In Japan, ORIX Corporation announced that it will conduct a sea trial using biofuel for ship operations in the ORIX-owned vessel currently chartered by Dampskibsselskabet NORDEN A/S.  This is the first time for ORIX to use biofuels in the owned vessel, the firm said. The sea trial will use a fuel composed of a mix […]

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Researchers create novel electro-biodiesel

Researchers create novel electro-biodiesel

November 22, 2024 |

In Missouri, Washington University in St. Louis reported that researchers in the labs of Joshua Yuan, at the McKelvey School of Engineering, and Susie Dai, at the University of Missouri, used electrocatalysis of carbon dioxide to turn carbon dioxide into intermediates that are then converted by microbes into lipids, or fatty acids, and ultimately became […]

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India and Norway to deepen collaboration on renewable energy, green hydrogen

India and Norway to deepen collaboration on renewable energy, green hydrogen

November 22, 2024 |

In the UK, Fuel Cells Works reported that India and Norway explored ways to enhance collaboration in renewable energy, green hydrogen, and green shipping during the meeting between India’s Prime Minister Narendra Modi with Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Store on the sidelines of the G20 Summit in Rio de Janeiro. Both Prime Ministers took […]

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Scotland sees surge in green hydrogen projects

Scotland sees surge in green hydrogen projects

November 21, 2024 |

In the UK, Fuel Cells Works reported that green hydrogen projects in Scotland have risen by two-thirds in just two years. According to figures compiled by Scottish Enterprise, more than 100 projects are now in various stages of development, up from 61 in 2022. Deputy First Minister Kate Forbes confirmed the country’s growing potential for […]

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U.S. Department of Energy announces selection of GE Vernova’s Advanced Research for H2-LOCATE project

U.S. Department of Energy announces selection of GE Vernova’s Advanced Research for H2-LOCATE project

November 21, 2024 |

In New York, GE Vernova said its Advanced Research business has been selected by The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Advanced Research Projects Agency-Energy (ARPA-E) to receive an award as part of their new H2SENSE Exploratory Topic, aimed at supporting innovative approaches for hydrogen gas detection and quantification across the hydrogen supply chain. “GE Vernova […]

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MAHLE awarded contract from MAN Truck & Bus for hydrogen-powered truck

MAHLE awarded contract from MAN Truck & Bus for hydrogen-powered truck

November 21, 2024 |

In Germany, MAHLE has secured a contract in the area of sustainable mobility. Commercial vehicle manufacturer MAN Truck & Bus has commissioned MAHLE to supply components for the hydrogen engine of its “MAN hTGX” truck. The direct-injection engine with 6 cylinders has 16.8 L displacement and produces 383 kW power output. It will be equipped […]

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Gasgrid picks owner’s engineering partner for hydrogen projects in Baltic Sea

Gasgrid picks owner’s engineering partner for hydrogen projects in Baltic Sea

November 21, 2024 |

In the Netherlands, Offshore Energy reported that state-owned transmission system operator (TSO) Gasgrid Finland is advancing plans for hydrogen transmission infrastructure in the Baltic Sea with a framework contract for owner’s engineering services awarded to Switerzland-based StreamTec Solutions. The report noted that the framework contract is awarded for a minimum of four years with options […]

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