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Technip Energies combines its MEG technology with that of Shell Catalysts & Technologies

Technip Energies combines its MEG technology with that of Shell Catalysts & Technologies

July 11, 2024 |

In France, Technip Energies and Shell Catalysts & Technologies announced a technology transfer agreement which accelerates the commercialization of Technip Energies’ Bio-2-GlycolsTM technology for bio-based Mono Ethylene Glycol (MEG) production from glucose. MEG is traditionally produced using fossil-based feedstock to make various types of polyesters for packaging materials, such as plastic bottles, and in clothing […]

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Illinois researchers show a family of catalysts efficiently converts CO2 into ethanol and chemicals

Illinois researchers show a family of catalysts efficiently converts CO2 into ethanol and chemicals

July 11, 2024 |

In Illinois, carbon dioxide is leaking from industrial operations into the atmosphere, causing a cascade of dangerous changes to Earth’s climate. But some scientists wondered if instead it could instead be captured and converted to useful chemicals. A group of scientists with Argonne National Laboratory and the University of Chicago, Northern Illinois University and Valparaiso […]

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Decision regarding South Dakota law supporting pipelines included in Nov. general election

Decision regarding South Dakota law supporting pipelines included in Nov. general election

July 11, 2024 |

In South Dakota, the South Dakota Searchlight newspaper reports that a referendum question has been included in the Nov. 5 general elections that seeks to reject last year’s Senate Bill 201 that was approved by the Senate and the Governor that implement new protections for local governments and landowners regarding proposed pipeline projects. Opponents of […]

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bp investing $48.5M in Chinese SAF producing after pulling back in Europe

bp investing $48.5M in Chinese SAF producing after pulling back in Europe

July 10, 2024 |

In China, Platts reports bp is investing $48.5 million in renewable diesel and sustainable aviation fuel producer Lianyungang Jiaao New Energy, securing it 15% of the company, ahead of the expected SAF mandates that are likely to be announced soon in the country. Currently the company’s parent, Jiaao Enprotech, has 100,000 metric tons of SAF […]

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DUBAL Holding acquires BiOD

DUBAL Holding acquires BiOD

July 10, 2024 |

In the UAE, DUBAL Holding and BiOD Technology FZCO jointly announced DUBAL Holding’s stake acquisition in BiOD. This strategic partnership is set to propel the UAE’s position in the global green economy, reinforcing oth companies’ dedication to environmental sustainability and innovation in the energy sector. BiOD, the UAE’s and the GCC’s largest biodiesel manufacturer, is […]

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X-Press Feeders starts Europe’s first scheduled feeder network powered by green methanol

X-Press Feeders starts Europe’s first scheduled feeder network powered by green methanol

July 10, 2024 |

In the Netherlands, X-Press Feeders has started Europe’s first scheduled feeder network in which the vessels are powered by green methanol, a sustainable marine fuel that reduces greenhouse gas emissions by up to 65%.   The industry milestone coincided with today’s naming and christening ceremony in Rotterdam of X-Press Feeders’ first dual-fuel methanol-powered vessel.  The newly […]

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Mölnlycke Health Care and Scan Global Logistics agree to ocean biofuel logistics

Mölnlycke Health Care and Scan Global Logistics agree to ocean biofuel logistics

July 10, 2024 |

In Denmark, Mölnlycke Health Care and Scan Global Logistics (SGL), have entered an agreement for the purchase and deployment of ocean biofuel covering trade lanes from Asia to Europe to further reduce carbon emissions. This decision supports the global MedTech company’s commitment to reducing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions and reaching Net Zero by 2050 at […]

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dnata and ExxonMobil R20 trial at Changi Airport

dnata and ExxonMobil R20 trial at Changi Airport

July 10, 2024 |

In Singapore, dnata and ExxonMobil have started a six-month trial to fuel 12 of dnata’s airside vehicles and generator sets with renewable diesel. The trial uses Esso Renewable Diesel R20 (R20), which is a high-quality fuel with an estimated 15.4 percent lower lifecycle greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions compared to conventional diesel. Made with a minimum […]

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DOE launches RFI on Renewable Propane Production Technologies and Uses

DOE launches RFI on Renewable Propane Production Technologies and Uses

July 10, 2024 |

In Washington, U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Bioenergy Technologies Office (BETO) has released a Request for Information (RFI) on Renewable Propane Production Technologies and Uses to better understand the supply chains for production and uses of renewable propane and other renewable gaseous intermediates. Specifically, this RFI (DE-FOA-0003389) seeks input from industry and other stakeholders who produce, […]

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Foray Bioscience raises $3M in seed funding for predictive plant cell culture platform

Foray Bioscience raises $3M in seed funding for predictive plant cell culture platform

July 10, 2024 |

In Massachusetts, Foray Bioscience, a startup sowing the seeds for plantless plant products, has raised $3 million in seed funding, led by ReGen Ventures. Additional investors include The Engine Ventures, Susquehanna Sustainable Investments, Understorey Ventures, Superorganism, and others. The seed capital follows a pre-seed round and brings the company’s total funding to $3.875 million. Foray […]

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