In France, as policy makers look for opportunities to simultaneously bolster energy security and economic competitiveness, biogases – locally produced, low-emissions fuels created from organic waste – are seeing fresh momentum, according to a new IEA special report. The Outlook for Biogases and Biomethane, finds that over 50 new policies have been introduced to support […]
In France, as policy makers look for opportunities to simultaneously bolster energy security and economic competitiveness, biogases – locally produced, low-emissions fuels created from organic waste – are seeing fresh momentum, according to a new IEA special report. The Outlook for Biogases and Biomethane, finds that over 50 new policies have been introduced to support […]
In France, specialty chemical maker Arkema has converted its full line of acrylic thickeners produced in Europe to 30% biobased content. The move lowers the product carbon footprint of the specialty additives—frequently used in coatings and adhesives—by 25%. “Used in architectural paints, industrial coatings, plasters, renders, adhesives, sealants, and various applications to optimize the rheology […]
In France, a recent study uses high resolution neutron imaging at the (Institut Laue-Langevin) ILL to examine water dynamics in a carbon dioxide electrolysis cells. Recently published in the journal ACS Energy Letters, the study has now been selected as research highlight in Nature Catalysis. While several transformation routes are being explored, CO2 electrolysis targeting […]
In France, polylactic acid producer TotalEnergies Corbion and plastics compound Benvic have partnered to expand the use of PLA in durable applications such as automotive, healthcare and medical, cosmetics packaging, appliances, and electric & electronics. By compounding TotalEnergies Corbion’s Luminy PLA with other biobased materials, the collaboration aims to enhance the functionality and performance of […]
In France, Arkema continues its transformation towards a more sustainable industrial model with the signing of a new, eight-year contract with ENGIE for the supply of biomethane for several Bostik sites in France. This 25 GWh/year contract will cover some 85% of the annual gas consumption of four Bostik sites in France (Coubert, Privas, Ribécourt and […]
In France, after carrying out the first tests with its customers, Elengy is launching a new offer : biomethane liquefaction by equivalence – a service for loading bioLNG into tankers and micro-LNG carriers – at its terminals in Fos-sur-Mer and Montoir-de-Bretagne. European Regulation 2022/996, voted in 2022, made it possible to decide on the implementation […]
In France, Sallaum Lines expects to receive numerous biofuel supplies totaling around 3,400 metric tons in 2025. This strategy is expected to save around 1,000 metric tons of CO2 equivalent emissions. This strategic investment demonstrates the company’s alignment with environmental safeguarding, which is crucial in light of the current climate catastrophe. Silver Moon operates on […]
In France, Haffner Energy announced that H2 bois SA has signed an essential contract for the development of a biomass-based hydrogen, electricity and biochar production plant in Switzerland. The plant is expected to be commissioned in July 2026, With all its equipment and auxiliaries, it is designed to produce 30 kg/h of hydrogen. The hydrogen […]
In France, Clariant subsidiary Lucas Meyer Cosmetics has launched Melicica, an ingredient for skincare that uses Jelly Bush honey to help repair damaged skin. Also known as Australian Manuka honey, Jelly Bush Honey has been shown to actively modulate the expression of genes with key roles in the skin repair process, regulating inflammation, oxidative stress, […]
