In the Netherlands, dairy proteins startup Those Vegan Cowboys has raised €6.25 million (US$7.3 million) to bring animal-free casein to the US market in 2026. The protein is produced via precision fermentation using cells from Margaret, the company’s cow. Growing cells from Margaret has a much lower environmental footprint and is more humane that factory […]
In the Netherlands, VTTI and Connex, partners in the development of Greenstock Pretreatment Facility (GPF) at VTTI’s terminal in Amsterdam (ETA), have announced that the project has entered the Front-End Engineering Design (FEED) Phase. This milestone marks a significant step toward the facility’s planned operational launch in 2029, reinforcing both companies shared commitment to accelerating […]
In the Netherlands, KLM supports the call in the Wennink report ‘The route to future prosperity’ to the government to invest in a national SAF fund. With this fund, the Netherlands can accelerate the production of alternative aviation fuels (SAF) and make it more affordable in order to stimulate the sustainability of aviation. Acceleration is […]
In the Netherlands, FincoEnergies launched GoodFuels B15, a 15% FAME-based biofuel blend that helps the Dutch maritime industry reduce emissions immediately. With GoodFuels B15, FincoEnergies provides shipowners with a practical, reliable drop-in solution at a time when the need for concrete decarbonization measures continues to grow. Now that the regulatory framework for higher FAME blends […]
In the Netherlands, Blue Circle Olefins secured funding for the next phase of ProjectNL, the construction of a 200,000 metric ton Methanol to Olefins (MTO) in the Netherlands. The facility, which is planned to become operational by 2030, will produce 120,000 ton circular propylene and 80,000 ton circular ethylene from renewable methanol. After finalizing our […]
In the Netherlands, Peninsula has expanded its strategic infrastructure at the Port of Rotterdam with the opening of a new storage and blending facility at Chane Terminal. This development marks an evolution in Peninsula’s commitment to delivering sustainable and flexible fuel solutions to customers across Europe. Peninsula’s Chane Terminal features nine new tanks dedicated to […]
In the Netherlands, lab-grown leather startup Qorium has raised $25 million to increase its production capabilities and continue to establish commercial partnerships in high-end fashion and automotive. Qorium’s technology cultivates cells from cows to produce leather. Compared to conventional leather, Qorium’s product uses 99% less water and 66% less energy. Participants in the Series A funding include […]
In the Netherlands, the Port of Rotterdam wants to accelerate the import of hydrogen and hydrogen carriers such as ammonia, methanol, and LOHCs (Liquid Organic Hydrogen Carriers) and is therefore launching a market consultation. Although various companies are making plans, investment decisions largely remain pending. This is slowing down the energy transition. After all, hydrogen […]
In the Netherlands, VSPARTICLE announced the peer-reviewed validation of its nanoporous catalyst layer technology, confirming its potential to overcome the critical iridium bottleneck in proton exchange membrane (PEM) electrolyzers. The collaborative project with Plug Power Inc. and the Center for Clean Hydrogen, directed by Professor Yushan Yan at the University of Delaware, achieved outstanding performance […]
In the Netherlands, Amsterdam-based climate tech startup Brineworks has secured €6.8 million in new funding to accelerate commercialization of its ultra-low-cost Direct Air Capture (DAC) technology. The round was led by SeaX Ventures, with participation from Pale Blue Dot, First Momentum, AiiM Partners, Energie360°, and Katapult. Brineworks has also been awarded a €1.8 million grant […]
