In Hungary, MOL Group started production at its 10-megawatt green hydrogen plant in Százhalombatta, Hungary, capable of producing 1,600 tonnes of green hydrogen per year, aimed at cutting the Danube Refinery’s carbon dioxide emissions by 25,000 tonnes annually. MOL will primarily use the green hydrogen for fuel production, helping the company transition to a lower-carbon […]
In Finland, Hycamite TCD Technologies launched Europe’s largest methane-splitting plant in Kokkola, Finland, capable of producing 2,000 tonnes of low-carbon hydrogen and 6,000 tonnes of high-quality carbon annually. The facility, located in Kokkola Industrial Park, aims to decarbonize industries by preventing up to 18,000 tonnes of CO₂ emissions each year through its innovative methane-splitting process, […]
In India, Reuters reports India’s drive to boost ethanol production from corn turned the country into a net corn importer for the first time in decades, pushing domestic prices to record highs and impacting global supply chains. The policy shift, which began with a January hike in procurement prices for corn-based ethanol, aims to reduce […]
In China, Big Wind reports China’s biodiesel industry began refocusing on domestic markets after the European Union imposed anti-dumping duties of 12.8% to 36.4% on Chinese biodiesel exports in July. The duties, which affected nearly 90% of China’s biodiesel exports—1.8 million tonnes in 2023—have severely impacted trade with the EU, which had relied on China […]
In Spain, Europa Sur reports Cepsa will present its €2 billion green hydrogen and ammonia projects at the San Roque Energy Park in Spain to Industry Minister Jordi Hereu. The energy park, one of the largest industrial sites in Andalusia, plays a pivotal role in Cepsa’s ambitious Andalusian Valley of Green Hydrogen initiative, which aims […]
In Illinois, LanzaTech and SEKISUI signed a Master License Agreement to construct multiple waste-to-ethanol plants across Japan, using LanzaTech’s advanced gas fermentation technology. This innovative process converts municipal and industrial solid waste into ethanol by capturing carbon from waste streams without the need for chemical catalysts, heat, or pressure, relying instead on a microbial catalyst. […]
In India, Chini Mandi reports in Rajgoli, Maharashtra, global commodity leader Olam Agri announced a $60 million investment to develop a multi-input bio-ethanol plant adjacent to its existing sugar factory. The facility, expected to be operational by March 2025, will produce ethanol from sugarcane and corn, aligning with India’s shift to mixed fuels like B20. […]
In Singapore, Anaergia Singapore was chosen to design and construct a biogas plant on Jeju Island, South Korea, with a project valued at C$25 million. The facility will utilize Anaergia’s Omnivore™ anaerobic digestion technology to process 50,000 tons of organic waste annually, sourced from local slaughterhouses, citrus juice plants, and food production facilities. This technology […]
In Georgia, Georgia Recorder reports on September 17, 2024, the Georgia Public Service Commission will vote on Georgia Power’s proposal to add 80 megawatts of biomass-fueled energy generation by burning wood pellets and organic materials, a plan that has raised concerns over high costs and environmental impact. The proposal, which includes a 30-year contract with […]
In Taiwan, Taipei Times reports Seawool, a fabric made from discarded oyster shells and recycled plastic, is generating NT$200 million annually and gaining popularity among sustainable fashion brands in Europe and the US. Known for its temperature-regulating properties and wool-like texture, Seawool has become a sought-after material for outdoor and eco-conscious clothing lines. Developed by […]
