Category: Fuels

São Paulo ethanol protocol harvests eco success

São Paulo ethanol protocol harvests eco success

August 14, 2024 |

In Brazil, Jornal Cana reports the state of São Paulo’s bioenergy sector showed significant progress under the Greener Ethanol Protocol. including a complete cessation of pre-harvest burning in sugarcane fields and a 52% reduction in water use since 2010. The Greener Ethanol Protocol update was released during the 30th edition of Fenasucro & Agrocana by […]

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New report highlights economic benefits of Gevo’s SAF facility

New report highlights economic benefits of Gevo’s SAF facility

August 14, 2024 |

In Colorado, Gevo unveiled a compelling report by Charles River Associates detailing the economic and environmental gains from sustainable aviation fuel production, notably at its planned Net-Zero 1 facility in South Dakota. According to the study, every federal dollar invested in SAF yields $4-6 in economic benefits. The NZ1 facility, which focuses on converting alcohol […]

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Sugar stocks rally on ethanol price hike buzz

Sugar stocks rally on ethanol price hike buzz

August 14, 2024 |

In India, Money Control reports sugar stocks in India saw an uptick of up to 5% amid reports that the government is poised to raise ethanol prices to foster production and meet its ambitious 20% blending target by 2025-26. Since the 2022-23 season, ethanol prices have been stagnant at Rs 65.61 per litre, a status […]

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India and Brazil ignite global biofuel ambitions

India and Brazil ignite global biofuel ambitions

August 13, 2024 |

In India, Financial Express reports on the occasion of World Biofuel Day, the Society of Indian Automobile Manufacturers convened the third iteration of its international conference, sparking discussions that could redefine road transport’s energy backbone. Under the banner “The Biofuel Revolution in India: Fueling Tomorrow,” the event became a crucible for ideas on merging ecological […]

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India’s diesel diet: a splash of ethanol

India’s diesel diet: a splash of ethanol

August 13, 2024 |

In India, The Economic Times reports in an ambitious bid to curb carbon emissions, India’s government has announced plans to blend 5% ethanol into diesel, a shift that could shake up both the energy sector and environmental efforts. This initiative, part of a broader strategy to reduce dependence on imported crude oil, aims to integrate […]

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MMDA eyes waste-to-energy incinerators to combat Manila’s flooding crisis

MMDA eyes waste-to-energy incinerators to combat Manila’s flooding crisis

August 13, 2024 |

In The Philippines, Manila Standard reports the Metropolitan Manila Development Authority, faced with the growing issue of garbage-induced flooding in Metro Manila, is exploring the use of waste-to-energy incinerators as a potential solution. MMDA Chairman Romando Artes revealed that a World Bank-funded feasibility study is underway to assess the viability of this technology. “If we […]

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Hungary’s MOL ramps up biofuel production amid greener strategy

Hungary’s MOL ramps up biofuel production amid greener strategy

August 13, 2024 |

In Hungary, Hungary Today reported MOL Group increased biofuel production to over 200,000 tons annually through its subsidiary, Rossi Biofuel Zrt. This development is part of MOL’s ambitious “shape tomorrow” strategy, emphasizing renewable fuels such as biodiesel derived from sustainable sources including vegetable oils, animal fats, and recycled cooking oils. Expanding beyond its borders, MOL […]

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BMW M steers towards sustainability with award-winning Visionary Materials Seat

BMW M steers towards sustainability with award-winning Visionary Materials Seat

August 13, 2024 |

In Germany, BMW M has clinched the prestigious Altair Enlighten Award for its innovative “Visionary Materials Seat,” crafted from secondary raw and plant-based materials, including bio-based leather alternatives. The seat exemplifies BMW M’s commitment to sustainability without compromising the luxury and performance synonymous with its brand. This design significantly reduces the CO2 footprint by 90%, […]

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Honeywell partners with Jiutai to launch landmark methanol-to-SAF production facility

Honeywell partners with Jiutai to launch landmark methanol-to-SAF production facility

August 13, 2024 |

In China, ChemAnalyst reports Inner Mongolia Jiutai Group has chosen Honeywell’s UOP eFining technology to produce 100,000 tons of sustainable aviation fuel annually from eMethanol. This deal represents Honeywell’s first global commercial license for its eFining technology, a methanol-to-jet process that efficiently converts eMethanol into low-carbon SAF. The technology utilizes methanol derived from carbon dioxide […]

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Gasum powers Equinor’s vessel with bio-LNG

Gasum powers Equinor’s vessel with bio-LNG

August 12, 2024 |

In Finland Gasum reported it has partnered with Equinor to fuel the platform supply vessel Island Crusader with bio-LNG in the Port of Dusavik, Stavanger. The first bio-LNG delivery occurred in mid-July 2024, with Gasum set to continue bi-weekly deliveries, each comprising 2–3 truckloads of ISCC-EU certified mass balanced bio-LNG, totaling around 22 tons per […]

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