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Norway invests $27M in marine energy transition research center in Singapore

Norway invests $27M in marine energy transition research center in Singapore

November 6, 2024 |

In Singapore, FME—research center for environmentally friendly energy—and FME Maritime Energy Transition (MarTrans) is an 8-year collaborative project with 65 partners from the maritime industry and research environment. With total funding from the Research Council of Norway and the industrial partners of over NOK 300 million, this will be one of the world’s largest maritime […]

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Engine Technology Forum calls on California policymakers to maximize biodiesel for decarbonization

Engine Technology Forum calls on California policymakers to maximize biodiesel for decarbonization

November 6, 2024 |

In California, in proceedings before California energy and environmental agencies, the Engine Technology Forum (ETF) called on policymakers to recognize the continued importance of advanced renewable biodiesel fuels and maximize their roles and inclusion as essential decarbonization options.  “Both CARB and the CEC have important obligations in these proceedings this fall to promulgate effective and […]

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Mercantile & Maritime Group to invest $600M in Fujairah SAF facility

Mercantile & Maritime Group to invest $600M in Fujairah SAF facility

November 5, 2024 |

In the UAE, Mercantile & Maritime Group announced the expansion of its fully owned and operated facility, MENA Terminals in Fujairah, to launch a pioneering biofuel processing plant valued at AED 2.2 billion. This expansion highlights the group’s commitment to advancing sustainable energy solutions and supports the UAE’s goal of leading the way toward a […]

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September ethanol exports rise 5% to 148.5M gallons

September ethanol exports rise 5% to 148.5M gallons

November 5, 2024 |

In Washington, U.S. ethanol exports climbed 5% in September, reaching 148.5 million gallons (mg), with 70% of total shipments concentrated in just three primary markets. Canada retained its position as the top destination for the 42nd consecutive month, accounting for 44% of all U.S. ethanol exports. Exports to Canada rose 14% to a nine-month high of 64.9 mg, predominantly […]

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Airlines for America and CARB agree to boost SAF consumption in California

Airlines for America and CARB agree to boost SAF consumption in California

November 5, 2024 |

In California, Airlines for America and the California Air Resources Board announced an agreement to accelerate the use of sustainable aviation fuel, or SAF, within California. The initiative aims to make 200 million gallons of SAF available by 2035, meeting approximately 40% of the state’s intrastate air travel demand.  As a producer of SAF, Phillips […]

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HYCO1 surpasses 1,500 hours of operation in first commercial syngas system

HYCO1 surpasses 1,500 hours of operation in first commercial syngas system

November 5, 2024 |

In Wisconsin, HYCO1, Inc. achieved a key milestone in commercializing its breakthrough CO2 conversion technology, already surpassing 1,500 hours of continuous steady-state operation in its first commercial CUBEtm Syngas system (CUBEtm stands for Carbon Utilization. Best Efficiency). The revolutionary HYCO1 catalyst technology installed in collaboration with Agra Energy at its New Franken, WI biofuels plant, […]

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Lootah Biofuels exploring potential collaboration in Vietnam

Lootah Biofuels exploring potential collaboration in Vietnam

November 5, 2024 |

In the UAE, Lootah Biofuels announced discussing potential collaboration with SAVICO Group, one of Vietnam’s largest companies in the circular economy, green technology, and renewable energy sectors. Commenting on the collaboration, Yousif bin Saeed Lootah said, “We are delighted to collaborate with SAVICO Group, recognized for its investment in green technology and renewable energy, including offshore wind projects, liquefied natural gas, hydrogen production, carbon certification, and […]

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Edison signs 15-year biomethane purchase agreement

Edison signs 15-year biomethane purchase agreement

November 5, 2024 |

In Italy, Edison has signed a long-term contract (BPA, biomethane purchase agreement), for the offtaking of biomethane produced from agricultural biomasses with Kanadevia Inova. Under the agreement, which has a term of 15 years, Kanadevia Inova will complete by the first half of 2025 the construction of a biomethane plant fuelled by agricultural by-products in […]

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CO2Bioclean pilot plant inaugurated in Germany

CO2Bioclean pilot plant inaugurated in Germany

November 5, 2024 |

In Germany, the future-oriented pilot plant CO2Bioclean in Industriepark Höchst near Frankfurt was recently inaugurated. The plant offers a unique and innovative solution for reducing greenhouse gas emissions while producing biodegradable plastics. During the opening ceremony, the CO2Bioclean team presented the innovative technology that makes it possible to convert CO2 into bioplastics: a fermentation process […]

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Kansas Corn and Veterans for Renewable Fuels offer E15/E85 discounts for Veterans Day

Kansas Corn and Veterans for Renewable Fuels offer E15/E85 discounts for Veterans Day

November 5, 2024 |

In Kansas, in honor of Veterans Day, a special fuel promotion will give local drivers access to a deep fuel discount on two popular ethanol fuel blends, sponsored by Kansas Corn and Veterans for Renewable Fuels, an initiative of the Missouri-based Renewable Fuels Association. All drivers, veterans or not, can fill up from 10 a.m. to […]

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