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Velocys launches Ohio SAF technology facility

Velocys launches Ohio SAF technology facility

October 23, 2023 |

In Ohio, Velocys launched its new 52,500 sq. ft technology facility in Plain City, Ohio that will house the reactor core assembly and catalysis operations which form a critical part of the production process for sustainable aviation fuel. The new site enables the consolidation of Velocys’ catalysis services, microchannel reactor core assembly and technology licensing […]

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Navigator CO2 cancels Heartland Greenway project due to regulatory uncertainty

Navigator CO2 cancels Heartland Greenway project due to regulatory uncertainty

October 23, 2023 |

In Nebraska, development of Navigator CO2’s pipeline project has been challenging. Given the unpredictable nature of the regulatory and government processes involved, particularly in South Dakota and Iowa, the company has decided to cancel its pipeline project. Matt Vining, CEO of Navigator CO2 remarked, “As good stewards of capital and responsible managers of people, we […]

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ETH Zurich and Nanyang Technological University researchers use chicken feathers in fuel cells

ETH Zurich and Nanyang Technological University researchers use chicken feathers in fuel cells

October 23, 2023 |

In Switzerland, researchers at ETH Zurich and Nanyang Technological University Singapore (NTU) have now found a way to put chicken feathers to good use. Using a simple and environmentally friendly process, they extract the protein keratin from the feathers and convert it into ultra-​fine fibres known as amyloid fibrils. These keratin fibrils go on to […]

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UK to extend its Green Gas Support Scheme application period through March 2028

UK to extend its Green Gas Support Scheme application period through March 2028

October 23, 2023 |

In the UK, the Green Gas Support Scheme (GGSS) currently closes to new applications on November 30, 2025. The government is aware of various issues that are affecting the deployment of new anaerobic digestion plants under the scheme, including supply chain delays and challenges in securing food waste feedstocks. In the government’s GGSS: Mid-Scheme Review […]

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Raízen and Wärtsilä to use ethanol for marine decarbonization

Raízen and Wärtsilä to use ethanol for marine decarbonization

October 20, 2023 |

In Brazil, Raízen and Wärtsilä signed a Decarbonization Agreement to advance the reduction of emissions from the maritime sector. By studying the application of ethanol as a marine fuel, the new initiative aims to reduce GHG emissions, offer new options to customers looking for sustainable fuel alternatives and contribute substantially to the discussion of the […]

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Neste, ISCC and DHL Group pilot ISCC Credit Transfer System 

Neste, ISCC and DHL Group pilot ISCC Credit Transfer System 

October 20, 2023 |

In Finland, Neste, ISCC and DHL Group joined forces to pioneer and test a system through which airlines, logistics service providers and end customers such as corporates can credibly report the emission reduction achieved by using sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) to reduce their carbon footprint from air travel and ​transport. As part of this collaboration […]

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EPA fines Pratt Energy $12,234 for violations of Emergency Planning and Community Right-to-Know Act

EPA fines Pratt Energy $12,234 for violations of Emergency Planning and Community Right-to-Know Act

October 20, 2023 |

In Kansas, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) will collect a $12,234 penalty from ethanol producer Pratt Energy LLC to resolve alleged violations of the federal Emergency Planning and Community Right-to-Know Act. EPA says that the company failed to submit required annual reports listing releases of toxic chemicals at the company’s facility in Pratt, Kansas. As […]

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Ryanair purchases 500 tons of SAF from OMV

Ryanair purchases 500 tons of SAF from OMV

October 20, 2023 |

In Ireland, Ryanair purchased 500 metric tons of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) from OMV. This agreement will save over 1,250 tons in CO2 emissions (equivalent to c.100 Ryanair flights from Dublin to Vienna). This purchase follows on from the MoU agreement made between the companies last year, providing Ryanair with unique access to purchase up […]

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Modern Terminals trials HVO in Hong Kong

Modern Terminals trials HVO in Hong Kong

October 20, 2023 |

In Hong Kong, Modern Terminals launched of a trial program of hydrotreated vegetable oil (HVO) at its facilities at Terminal 9 (South), becoming the first company in Hong Kong to deploy this renewable diesel.  This initiative is part of the Company’s decarbonization program and it is estimated that the trial will last for three to […]

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Enilive to supply 300 trucks in Lannutti Group fleet with HVO

Enilive to supply 300 trucks in Lannutti Group fleet with HVO

October 20, 2023 |

In Italy, Enilive (Eni Sustainable Mobility), through the Eni Fuel company, and Lannutti Group, a leading operator in the logistics and road transport sector, have signed an agreement for the use of HVOlution, a diesel fuel produced from 100% renewable raw material. With 300 trucks in its Italian fleet already powered exclusively with HVO (out […]

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