Tag: France

Arkema biobased nylon 11 cuts carbon footprint

Arkema biobased nylon 11 cuts carbon footprint

October 14, 2024 |

In France, Arkema has announced a significant reduction in the carbon footprint of its biobased nylon 11 grades, now at 1.3 kg CO2e/kg—an 80% decrease compared to traditional fossil-based nylon. Arkema attributes the reduction to increased use of renewable electricity and enhanced energy efficiency at its production sites. The milestone follows a previous 46% reduction […]

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IEA report shows renewable fuels will remain below 6% of market by 2030

IEA report shows renewable fuels will remain below 6% of market by 2030

October 14, 2024 |

In France, the International Energy Agency’s most recent Renewables 2024 report says meeting international climate goals would require not only accelerating the rollout of renewable power, but also significantly speeding up the adoption of sustainable biofuels, biogases, hydrogen and e-fuels, the report notes. Since these fuels remain more expensive than their fossil counterparts, their share […]

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Dall Energy takes over Weiss France Energy

Dall Energy takes over Weiss France Energy

October 1, 2024 |

In France, Denmark’s Borsen newspaper reports Danish company Dall Energy has taken over the French competitor and market leader in biomass technology Weiss France Energy and the Biomass Services et Maintenance (BSM). With the purchase, Dall Energy takes over both Weiss’ and BMS’, which employees is why the number of in the Danish company now […]

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Haffner Energy teams up with Bambbco to diversify sustainable biomass procurement

Haffner Energy teams up with Bambbco to diversify sustainable biomass procurement

September 27, 2024 |

In France, Haffner Energy and Bambbco announced that they have signed a partnership with the goal of improving the availability of biomass for energy applications, especially from crops grown on marginal land. Haffner Energy has developed a patented biomass and organic waste thermolysis technology, This technology produces renewable hydrogen and clean fuels for industry and […]

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Qair and Trapil team up to distribute e-molecules in France and abroad

Qair and Trapil team up to distribute e-molecules in France and abroad

September 23, 2024 |

In France, Qair, an independent renewable energy company and Trapil, a leading refined products pipeline networks operator announce today the signature of a partnership agreement to cooperate on e-molecule distribution projects, in France and internationally. With the aim of supporting industries in their ambitious decarbonization strategies, Qair is diversifying its energy offer to complement the […]

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Renault Master hydrogen van named “International Van of the Year 2025”

Renault Master hydrogen van named “International Van of the Year 2025”

September 17, 2024 |

In France, Renault’s New Master has been crowned the “International Van of the Year 2025,” recognized for its innovative multi-energy platform and “Aerovan” design. This prestigious title, awarded by the IVOTY jury, marks a significant achievement, particularly for the hydrogen-powered Renault Master H2-Tech, which becomes the first hydrogen van to win the accolade. The new […]

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Standing Ovation raises €3.75 million  for animal-free casein

Standing Ovation raises €3.75 million  for animal-free casein

September 16, 2024 |

In France, precision fermentation startup Standing Ovation has raised €3.75 million ($4.2 million) in a Series A extension and appointed Yvan Chardonnens CEO as it prepares commercial launch of its animal free casein in 2025. The company says its process manufactures caseins that are bioidentical to those found in dairy products but emit 94% fewer […]

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TotalEnergies invests in Japan hydrogen fund

TotalEnergies invests in Japan hydrogen fund

September 16, 2024 |

In France TotalEnergies announced its investment in the Japan Hydrogen Fund, joining forces with major Japanese corporations, including Toyota and Iwatani, in a $400 million initiative aimed at developing low-carbon hydrogen technologies to drive global decarbonization efforts. As the only non-Japanese investor in the fund, TotalEnergies is positioning itself to leverage Japan’s industrial strength in […]

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Haffner Energy launches SAF Zero spin-off

Haffner Energy launches SAF Zero spin-off

September 16, 2024 |

In France, Haffner Energy announced the launch of SAF Zero, a spin-off aimed at producing Sustainable Aviation Fuel using their proprietary SAFNOCA technology, which converts organic waste and biomass into syngas. By focusing solely on SAF, SAF Zero will enable Haffner to accelerate global SAF projects while allowing the parent company to concentrate on hydrogen, […]

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HRS expands hydrogen refueling network with seven new stations

HRS expands hydrogen refueling network with seven new stations

September 9, 2024 |

In France, HRS, a manufacturer of hydrogen refueling stations, announced the installation of seven new hydrogen stations in France and internationally over the past three months, aiming to expand its network and meet the increasing demand for hydrogen fuel in the transportation sector. These stations include the company’s first large-capacity HRS40 station at its Champagnier […]

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