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Amex GBT reinforces commitment to SAF through new Avelia agreement with Shell Aviation

Amex GBT reinforces commitment to SAF through new Avelia agreement with Shell Aviation

July 23, 2024 |

In New York, American Express Global Business Travel (Amex GBT) and Shell Aviation, announced a new extended agreement to support growth of the Avelia sustainable aviation fuel program. Avelia has more than 30 corporates and airlines participating in the program including Amex GBT customers Bank of America and Google. Amex GBT noted that there are […]

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TotalEnergies and partners launch permanent offer of SAF on the Paris-Saclay-Versailles platform

TotalEnergies and partners launch permanent offer of SAF on the Paris-Saclay-Versailles platform

July 21, 2024 |

In France, TotalEnergies, Daher and Groupe ADP inaugurated a permanent offer of sustainable aviation fuel on the Paris-Saclay-Versailles platform. Available since the beginning of June, the sustainable aviation fuel produced and distributed by TotalEnergies comes from waste and residues from the circular economy. It is incorporated up to 35% with conventional kerosene. “We are delighted […]

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Saudi Aramco, Chemanol ink 20-year methanol supply deal

Saudi Aramco, Chemanol ink 20-year methanol supply deal

July 21, 2024 |

In the UK, Energy Digital reported that Saudi Aramco Total Refining and Petrochemical Company (SATORP), a collaboration between Saudi Aramco and TotalEnergies, has secured a 20-year agreement with Chemanol, a Saudi methanol chemicals company.  Under the terms of the deal, Chemanol will supply 100,000 metric tons of methanol annually for SATORP’s Amiral project, a petrochemical […]

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India to sign headquarters agreement with Global Biofuels Alliance soon

India to sign headquarters agreement with Global Biofuels Alliance soon

July 21, 2024 |

In India, Mint reported that the Global Biofuels Alliance (GBA), launched by key G20 members including India, the US and Brazil in September 2023, is all set to get its diplomatic status, with the Indian government likely to sign a headquarters agreement with the agency soon. The report noted that the headquarters agreement will pave […]

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CREO Group launches two new biobased solutions

CREO Group launches two new biobased solutions

July 21, 2024 |

In Florida, CREO Group, a specialist in sustainable packaging solutions, announced the introduction of Asili and AgaveGrow, two new bio-based products. The firm stated that Asili contains more than 70% biobased material without compromising performance, strength, or flexibility. “Fully colorable and printable, these thermoformed containers resist mold and discoloration, and break down naturally over time. […]

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Biophilica’s Treekind achieves USDA 100% biobased certification

Biophilica’s Treekind achieves USDA 100% biobased certification

July 21, 2024 |

In the UK, Just Style reported that London-based firm Biophilica has announced its vegan leather alternative, Treekind, has received the US Department of Agriculture (USDA) 100% certified biobased product label. Treekind, which is a home-compostable, plastic-free leather alternative made from leaves is said to be the first UK vegan leather to receive the certification, according […]

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CF Industries, POET to demo the use of low-carbon fertilizer in corn production to reduce carbon intensity of ethanol

CF Industries, POET to demo the use of low-carbon fertilizer in corn production to reduce carbon intensity of ethanol

July 21, 2024 |

In Illinois, CF Industries Holdings, a global manufacturer of hydrogen and nitrogen products and the world’s largest producer of ammonia, and POET announced a collaboration to pilot the use of low-carbon ammonia fertilizer to reduce the carbon intensity of corn production and ethanol.  The companies intend to jointly develop a low-carbon fertilizer supply chain to […]

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Banle Energy, Yang Ming perform Port Klang’s first B24 biofuel bunkering services

Banle Energy, Yang Ming perform Port Klang’s first B24 biofuel bunkering services

July 21, 2024 |

In the Netherlands, Offshore Energy reported that Banle Energy International, a Hong Kong subsidiary of marine fuel logistic company Banle Energy Group, has completed two B24 biofuel bunkering services for Taiwanese shipping company Yang Ming at Malaysia’s Port Klang, marking the port’s first biofuel bunkering supply. The B24 biofuel is a blend of used cooking […]

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Korean researchers develop MXene to advanced green hydrogen production

Korean researchers develop MXene to advanced green hydrogen production

July 21, 2024 |

In the UK, Innovation News Network reported that scientists at the Korea Institute of Science and Technology (KIST) have developed a revolutionary MXene that may advance green hydrogen production. The report noted that the team has developed the oxidatively stable molybdenum-based MXene as an electrocatalyst support for anion exchange membrane water electrolyzers. Due to its […]

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Spain to launch $2.5 billion plan to support green hydrogen, renewable industries

Spain to launch $2.5 billion plan to support green hydrogen, renewable industries

July 21, 2024 |

In Spain, Reuters reported that Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez announced a new plan worth $2.5 billion with the aim of boosting the country’s transition to clean energy, including subsidies for green energy industries and hydrogen made from renewable power. The report stated that the plan will also include measures to help agriculture, infrastructure and […]

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