Tag: UCO

Repsol launches 176 UCO collection points in Galicia

Repsol launches 176 UCO collection points in Galicia

December 12, 2023 |

In Spain, Repsol launched 176 collection points for used cooking oil at its service stations in the Autonomous Region of Galicia in northwestern Spain. This initiative, which is carried out in collaboration with the regional government in Galicia (Xunta de Galicia), is an example of circular economy as it allows the sustainable management of this […]

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OMV Petrom buys 50% of Romanian UCO collector

OMV Petrom buys 50% of Romanian UCO collector

November 27, 2023 |

In Romania, OMV Petrom, the largest integrated energy company in Southeastern Europe, has signed an agreement to purchase 50% of the shares of the Romanian company “Respiră Verde”, a local leader in the collection of used cooking oil. The closing of the transaction is expected to take place in the first quarter of 2024, after […]

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University of Kentucky researchers to recycle and study used cooking oil

University of Kentucky researchers to recycle and study used cooking oil

November 26, 2023 |

In Kentucky, the University of Kentucky (UK) said that a group of researchers want to recycle and study used cooking oil. UK said that this initiative is part of the 14th annual Gobble Grease Toss held on Black Friday.  UK said that cooking oil that is collected will be used for biofuel research through a […]

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