(SGN) We have reached a key milestone on our H100 Fife project, with the completion of the construction of the world’s first domestic hydrogen gas network in Levenmouth, Fife. Green hydrogen gas, created using renewable electricity from a local 7MW offshore wind
(Auramarine) Auramarine, the leading fuel supply systems pioneer for the marine, power and process industries, has announced that it will deliver two shipsets of Diesel Fuel Oil (DFO) and Liquid Biofuel (LBO) supply systems to Meriaura, a leading Finnish shipping company. The
(Crown Oil) We are thrilled to have supplied 1 million litres of Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil (HVO) to fuel the world-famous RRS Sir David Attenborough, operated by the British Antarctic Survey (BAS) on its voyage from Maderia and Montevideo. Using HVO is helping BAS, and its
(Infinium/PR Newswire) Purchase agreement is for commercial volumes of e-SAF over a 10-year period; IAG expects to start receiving fuel deliveries from Infinium in 2026 -- International Airlines Group (IAG) today announced a new Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) purchase agreement with e-SAF
(Fuel Cells Works/Compact Syngas Solutions) • Waste-to-hydrogen producer Compact Syngas Solutions is supplying 200kg of hydrogen to power a groundbreaking zero emission 40-day sea trial in March 2025 The partnership between two British clean technology innovators will be one of the first times hydrogen
(UK Department for Transport and The Rt Hon Louise Haigh MP) The Jet Zero Taskforce will serve as the driving force to make flying a cleaner, greener experience. -- Secretary of State for Transport launches new Jet Zero Taskforce with some of the most senior
by Fayaz Hussain (SAF Investor) British sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) developer Firefly Green Fuels has signed an agreement with Brazil’s largest water and sanitation company Sanepar to increase its access to sustainable feedstock for biofuels production while expanding its footprint into the
by Rodrigo Viga Gaier and Fabio Teixeira (Reuters) Brazilian state-run oil company Petrobras is in talks with Raizen (RAIZ4.SA), BP (BP.L), and Inpasa for a possible joint venture in ethanol, two sources told Reuters, as the firm's CEO aims big in a comeback to the
(Argus Media) The Argus Biomass Industry Awards recognises the thought leadership and key efforts of individuals and companies in tackling climate change and leading by example, to bring sustainability to the forefront of business. Submit your entry today to nominate an
(Government of South Australia) Energy company Zero Petroleum will explore the development of a low-carbon sustainable aviation fuel production facility in Whyalla, with the support of the State Government and industry. Zero Petroleum, a leading producer of synthetic fuel, is exploring the
(bp) -- bp has signed an agreement with the agri-food group MIGASA for the supply of up to 40,000 tonnes per year of non-food industrial waste from vegetable oil for a decade. -- bp will use the biological feedstock to produce
(NATS) Currently in development, Clarity will allow airports to analyse and compare the carbon impact of different aspects of their operation and to understand the relative effectiveness of any future sustainability initiatives or investments. NATS believes the tool will help airports to best plan
(Johnson Matthey) - Johnson Matthey and Honeywell are combining expertise to provide a comprehensive end-to-end solution to produce fuels from a wide variety of feedstocks. - The new partnership builds on an existing partnership in low carbon (CCS-enabled) hydrogen. Johnson Matthey
(BP/Biobased Diesel Daily) BP announced Oct. 23 that it has begun selling hydrotreated vegetable oil (HVO), also known as renewable diesel, in Spain at select service stations. The fuel is initially available at four service stations in Madrid, Valencia and Navarra. These stations
(London Luton Airport) London Luton Airport (LLA) has taken another key step towards its ambition to achieve Net Zero* for its airport emissions by 2040, following a multi-million-pound investment in a fleet of sustainable car park transfer buses and operational vehicles
(U.K. Trade Remedies Authority) In a Statement of Essential Facts, the TRA has proposed that the duty payable on imports of Argentinian biodiesel is maintained until February 2029. -- The Trade Remedies Authority (TRA) has today (Friday 8 November) provisionally proposed that a
(Worldwide Flight Services) Worldwide Flight Services (WFS), a member of the SATS Group, will achieve an 80% reduction in carbon emissions from its ground support equipment (GSE) at Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport by replacing conventional fuel with Biofuel. Starting this month,
(MENAFN/Globe Newswire) The "Europe Data Center Generator market Landscape 2024-2029" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering. The Europe Data Center Generator Market was valued at USD 1.10 billion in 2023, and is expected to reach USD 1.78 billion by 2029, rising at a CAGR of
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) ... For now, we have the company Greasezilla, known to mere mortals as Downey Ridge Environmental, which has snagged a massive partnership with BP and is well on the way to revolutionize brown grease collection and its availability as
(Lloyd's Register) The unique twin skeg design offers future fuel flexibility. -- Lloyd’s Register (LR) and HD Hyundai Heavy Industries (HHI) have signed an approval in principle (AiP) for a 15,300 TEU Class ammonia powered dual-fuel container ship, as part of a joint development
by Rob Gill (Business Travel News Europe) Budget airline easyJet and aircraft manufacturer Airbus are to trial a new corporate partnership which aims to “stimulate” the production of alternative aviation fuels. The two companies said the initiative would examine how airlines
(Avon Fire & Rescue Service/Biobased Diesel Daily) Avon Fire & Rescue Service, serving Bath and North East Somerset, Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire in the U.K., has recently completed a successful trial using hydrotreated vegetable oil (HVO), also known as
(Biofuels International) A Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI) lifeboat has saved six tonnes of carbon emissions on its first voyage using Scania-endorsed hydrotreated vegetable oil (HVO). The lifeboat embarked on a 200 nautical mile journey from Fleetwood, Lancashire, to Salford Quays using
by James Burgess (S&P Global) Green hydrogen projects awarded GBP2.3 billion; 11 projects totaling 125 MW get 15-year revenue support; Will provide hydrogen to 35 offtakers, displacing fossil fuels -- The UK is preparing to award GBP2.3 billion ($3 billion) in revenue support
by Bill Carey (Aviation Week) Business aviation is out front as the wider industry transitions to burning sustainable aviation fuel (SAF), but ongoing progress depends on the future regulatory environment, says a leading fuel distributor. Overall, there were 23 billion gal. of
by Valerie Swiantek (NGT News) British supermarket chain Asda is investing in two new bio-LNG (liquefied natural gas) refueling facilities, as the retailer continues to make progress toward reducing overall carbon emissions. Working closely with Gasrec — a major fuel provider for commercial vehicles in the United
by Erin Voegele (Ethanol Producer Magazine) The International Energy Agency on Oct. 9 published its annual Renewables market report, which for the first time includes a chapter focused on renewable fuels that outlines expected growth in liquid biofuels, including sustainable aviation
(Farrell Furniture) Farrell is excited to announce a major step in its ongoing sustainability journey: the entire fleet of vehicles is now powered by HVO biofuel. This transition is a crucial part of the company’s mission to reduce carbon emissions and
(Bio Capital) Bio Capital has announced it is to collaborate with Southwold-based brewery and hospitality group Adnams to rebuild and modernise their Anaerobic Digestion (AD) facility in Reydon, Suffolk. This important project aligns with Suffolk’s broader climate goals and will play
Aldi is converting more than 30% of its fleet of owned HGVs to operate on hydrotreated vegetable oil (HVO) fuels. The move is taking place on more than 160 HGVs based at its Cardiff, Swindon and Neston distribution centres in the
by Andrew Nealon, Afzaal Abidi, Joshua Hayes, and Alex Lee (Energy Intelligence) Despite many airlines having pledged to use 10% sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) to fuel their planes by 2030, its use has only grown from 0.04% of global aviation fuel in 2021 to 0.17%
by Chloe Greenbank (Aerospace Global News) Four of UK's biggest airports, including Heathrow, Gatwick, Manchester and Stansted, pledge to Back British SAF -- Heathrow, Gatwick, Manchester and Stansted airports are leading the charge for a new campaign to scale domestic sustainable aviation
(Aberdeen Business News) Scotland's largest airports are supporting a movement to establish green fuel production facilities at Grangemouth and St Fergus, which could lead to the creation of thousands of new employment opportunities. A coalition known as Rise, which includes several of
(University of East Anglia) New research has found methane emissions from slurry stores on dairy farms may be up to five times greater than official statistics suggest - and highlights the huge potential for turning them into a renewable energy source. The study shows
(GeoPura) £22 Million Raised to Propel Hydrogen Generator Fleet Expansion and Global Deployment -- Key highlights: First major asset-backed debt funding announcement for a green hydrogen business in the UK: GeoPura’s debt raise sets a significant precedent in the green hydrogen sector Long-Term Funding Support
(Rolls-Royce) mtu Series 1163 and 8000 engines are available with SCR systems for compliance with IMO III emission limits; Customized exhaust aftertreatment offers shock protection for military vessels; Ship operators can now run mtu Series 1163 and 8000 engines on sustainable fuels; Up to
(Bioenergy Insight) Encyclis has announced the completion of a pilot programme to replace diesel in the energy-from-waste process with sustainable hydrogenated vegetable oil (HVO). The achievement is the result of a 12-month research and development programme to find out whether diesel could
(Downey Ridge Environmental (Greasezilla)) Downey Ridge Environmental Company ("Greasezilla") and bp announce a groundbreaking agreement that will enable the capture and extraction of brown grease waste as a feedstock for biofuel production, marking a step forward in sustainable energy production. As
(UK National Oceanography Center) The UK’s National Oceanography Centre (NOC) is trialling the use of a fossil-free marine diesel to fuel the Royal Research Ships (RRS) James Cook and Discovery. Use of hydrotreated vegetable oil (HVO), made from used vegetable oils and fats and non-food crops,
(FedEx) Federal Express Corporation, the world’s largest express transportation company, announces its transition to using biofuels in linehaul trucks at three UK sites as of this month. More than 170 trucks – all tractor-trailer combinations – will now refuel with hydrotreated vegetable
by Paige Smith (Business Airport International) The business aviation sector has long been committed to reducing it’s carbon footprint, and sustainable aviation fuel represents a significant breakthrough the industry’s efforts. However, the transition to biofuels is complex, requiring advancements in technology,
The 2025 Argus Biomass Conference returns to the Queen Elizabeth II Centre in the heart of London on 1-3 April 2025 for the largest global gathering of biomass leaders. Join 450+ international peers to explore new innovations in the pellet market,
by Tony Harrington (GreenAir News) Hydrogen propulsion developer ZeroAvia has secured additional investment funding from American Airlines and new backing from Japanese industrialist ITOCHU Corporation, as it progresses plans to certificate its entry-level hydrogen-electric powertrains in 2025. American upped its stake
by Tony Harrington (GreenAir) Two new global investment funds focused on sustainable aviation – one backed by Airbus, the other by Boeing – have announced their first projects as concerns deepen across the air transport sector about a lack of capital
(University of Liverpool) Researchers at the University of Liverpool have achieved a significant milestone in the conversion of carbon dioxide (CO2) into valuable fuels and chemicals, marking an important step towards a sustainable net-zero economy. In a paper published in the journal Chem, the team
(Renewables Now) UK green hydrogen and methanol solutions developer PuriFire Energy has raised GBP 2.7 million (USD 3.6m/EUR 3.2m) in a seed round that will help it build a pilot project to commercialise the hydrothermal treatment technologies researched by its founder. Established
by Martyn Wingrove (Riviera) Svitzer will retrofit 10 tugs to run on biofuels in the Netherlands and has ordered a battery methanol hybrid tug, while Herman Sr plans to trial algae-derived fuel -- Danish tug owner Svitzer is upgrading its fleet with
(Topsoe/SAF Magazine) Topsoe's Production Line Director Milica Folic shares perspective on the current state-of-play in the SAF market, and what the future may hold in terms of technology and production pathways. -- ... For Hydroprocessed esters and fatty acids (HEFA), some final
by Andy Cornell (ABSL/SAF Magazine) ... At its facility in Swindon, U.K., ABSL is using proprietary technology to create clean, tar-free syngas from a mixed waste stream that can easily be converted into liquid fuels, including SAF, in a scalable process.
by Brent Barnett (Brownfield Ag News) ... Robert White with the Renewable Fuels Association says 2024 could be a record-breaking year for U.S. ethanol. “Record ethanol exports, record ethanol production, record corn grind, and that’s all during a downturn that
by Chen Aizhu, Liz Lee, Colleen Howe and Shanghai newsroom (Reuters) Chinese biofuel firm Zhejiang Jiaao Enprotech (603822.SS) said on Friday its sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) unit has entered an investment deal with BP (BP.L) the first alliance involving a global oil major in China's
(ReFuels) ReFuels N.V., one of Europe's leading suppliers of renewable biomethane (Bio-CNG) for the decarbonisation of heavy goods vehicles (HGV), has broken ground on a new refuelling station at Livingston in West Lothian, Scotland. The public access Bio-CNG station operated under
(DRIFT Energy) DRIFT Energy aims to drive the clean energy transition worldwide with high-performance sailing vessels that harness deep ocean wind to produce green hydrogen at sea. The company has secured £4.65 million in seed capital, led by Octopus Ventures with
(edie/Utility Week) Wales & West Utilities (WWU) has launched the next stage of a project to use wastewater to produce low-carbon hydrogen. -- The gas network is partnering with Cardiff University and manufacturer Hydrostar with the aim of having a prototype electrolyser
(Cranfield University) New fuel storage and aircraft fuelling infrastructure has been installed at Cranfield Airport, making available a reliable store of sustainable aviation fuel to the FAAM Airborne Laboratory’s research aircraft at its home base. To minimise carbon dioxide emissions and impacts
(Royal Air Force) The Royal Air Force is ensuring Britain is secure in a more sustainable manner using a blend of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) with normal jet fuel on routine operations for the first time. Aircraft including Typhoon and Poseidon submarine hunters, operating from RAF Lossiemouth in
by Simone Burgin (Argus Media) US sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) producer World Energy's vice president Adam Klauber spoke to Argus about the future of the global SAF market. How could US SAF policy develop under a new administration? [SAF tax benefits] need to
(Pan Oleo Energy/EIN Presswire) ... Pan Oleo Energy had already developed and launched sophisticated infrastructure to focus on the aggregation of low carbon feedstocks. This initiative has enabled them to source domestic biomass and waste resources to produce biofuels, thereby reducing
(Drax) DB Cargo UK has announced that all trains it operates for Drax Group in and out of the UK’s largest renewable energy plant near Selby, will be powered by environmentally friendly Hydro-treated Vegetable Oil (HVO) having switched entirely to the
by Josie Clarke (Independent) The Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) received five complaints -- A Virgin Atlantic advert claiming the airline was the first to fly transatlantic on 100% sustainable aviation fuel has been banned for misleading consumers. The radio ad, heard on November
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) In this presentation, we explored the challenges faced in the transition to sustainable, available, reliable, affordable RNG and biogas. We look at the companies and technologies getting traction, new projects underway, the state of feedstocks, policy,
NEF are holding a number of Open Days in 2024 to showcase the TEMPEC project, Technologies to Enhance the Multiplication and Propagation of Energy Crops, which is part of the UK Governments’ Biomass Innovation Programme. The Project is exploring the yield potential of a range of high yielding energy
by Lisa Gibson (Ethanol Producer Magazine) As the sustainable aviation fuel industry in the U.S. takes shape, it’s becoming clear that an all-of-the-above approach to feedstock and technology will present the best chances of meeting aggressive domestic production goals. But existing
by Ajsa Habibic (Offshore Energy) UK-based midstream LNG & bioLNG company Avenir LNG has conducted the first bioLNG delivery to Swedish ferry operator Destination Gotland, a subsidiary of Rederi AB Gotland. -- For this operation, Avenir deployed Avenir Aspiration, a dual-purpose, 7,500-cubic meters
by Cian Brittle (BlackBook Motorsport) Formula One is preparing to transition into a sustainable new era, but it’s difficult to know which engine solution will be most applicable to the needs of the global automotive sector. Former Mercedes and Williams engineer
(Synagro) Firefly Green Fuels and Synagro Technologies, Inc. have partnered to bring Firefly’s novel fuel-production techniques to the American market. Synagro, the preeminent provider of sustainable solutions for biosolids, organics and residuals, has agreed to be the exclusive supplier of the biosolids feedstock used
by Joanna Plucinska (Reuters) A UK initiative to promote green jet fuel will need to be taken up around the world - and built on - if the technology is to have any chance of delivering its promise of radically cleaner
by Helen Massy-Beresford and Graham Warwick (Aviation Week) ... SAF can cost 3-5 times as much as standard kerosene and accounts for around 0.5% of global fuel usage. In Europe, ReFuelEU mandates are set to come into force Jan. 1, 2025, but
by Athena Stavrou (Independent) State Bentleys to undergo refurbishment to run on biofuel -- The royal estate is undergoing a climate-friendly makeover in the first full year of King Charles’ reign, according to a report which shows his efforts to reach net-zero targets within
by Erin Voegele (Biomass Magazine) The U.K. Department for Transport on July 22 sent a written statement to the U.K. Parliament confirming that, subject to Parliamentary approval, the agency will introduce a sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) mandate starting on Jan. 1,
(Airbus) Airbus, the Air France-KLM Group, Associated Energy Group, LLC, BNP Paribas, Burnham Sterling, Mitsubishi HC Capital Inc. and Qantas Airways Limited co-invested in a Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) financing fund to accelerate the production of SAF. The corporate partners worked with
(DSV/Biobased Diesel Daily) From results of short-term trials, transport company DSV said it was evident that the company needed to implement a robust sustainable solution for fuel usage. This has driven the initiative to transfer the entire 40-vehicle final-mile fleet based in
(Climate Change Committee) The Climate Change Committee’s assessment is that only a third of the emissions reductions required to achieve the country’s 2030 target are currently covered by credible plans. Our 2030 target is the first one set in line with
(Worldwide Flight Services) Worldwide Flight Services (WFS), a member of the SATS Group, is starting a three-month trial using HVO biofuel in its airside transport fleet at London’s Heathrow Airport in support of SATS’ environmental, social and governance (ESG) group priorities
by Gary Noakes and Jame Chapple (TTG) Fresh backing for a home-grown sustainable fuel industry and wholesale rail reform were among the headlines for travel in Wednesday’s King’s Speech (17 July). -- The Sustainable Aviation Fuel (Revenue Support Mechanism) Bill was among
by Adam Zewe (MIT News) Ammonia could be a nearly carbon-free maritime fuel, but without new emissions regulations, its impact on air quality could significantly impact human health. -- One potential solution is switching the global fleet from fossil fuels to sustainable
Fostering cross-country collaborations and partnerships, the World Agri-Tech Innovation Summit London (Sept. 31 – Oct. 1) gathers 1000 agri-food stakeholders driving advancements in climate-resilient, sustainable agriculture across the supply chain. What can you expect at the summit? Browse the event brochure to
(Ricardo) Ricardo, a global strategic environmental and engineering consulting company, has been chosen by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) to lead a consortium creating Europe’s first ever Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) Clearing House. Working alongside fellow consortium members - Trinity
by Danielle Hamm (Nuffield Bioethics) Engineering biology is not new, some would say it is synthetic biology rebranded. But whether you agree with this, or not, there is no denying that the current interest in engineering biology is palpable. And that a clear driver
by DickonPosnett (Argent Energy/Open Access Government) Dickon Posnett, Argent Energy’s Director of Corporate Affairs, explains why taking biofuel investors for granted is very bad for climate change, beginning with a discussion about this peculiar market created and nourished entirely by legislation There
by Alasdair Rogers (Anaerobic Digestion and Bioresources Association) The green gas association ADBA – Anaerobic Digestion and Bioresources Association – congratulates the Labour Party on their General Election victory and welcomes the new Government’s emphasis on tackling climate change through rapid
by Charles Kennedy (OilPrice.com) The airline industry in Europe will have to raise fares to offset the more expensive clean fuels as the sector looks to slash emissions, Luis Gallego, chief executive officer of British Airways’ owner, IAG, told the Financial Times in
(Reuters) Stellantis (STLAM.MI) said on Tuesday it would expand its line of affordable hybrid vehicles to 36 models in Europe by 2026, to meet growing demand for this engine type, an alternative to petrol-fuelled cars and electric vehicles. The American-French-Italian automaker, created from
(UFOP/Biobased Diesel Daily) In view of a decline in production area and anticipated lower yields, the International Grains Council expects world rapeseed production in 2024-’25 to fall short of the previous year’s level. The IGC recently projected production to reach 87.2 million
(Bioenergy International) Europe has reached an installed capacity of 6.4 billion cubic meters (bcm) of biomethane per year, according to figures in the 2024 European Biomethane Map. Of this capacity, 81 percent corresponds to plants located in the European Union (5.2
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by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) The world wants SAF, needs SAF — with targets like the 3 Billion Gallons by 2030 SAF Grand Challenge, it's time to fast-track production. We know the why and the when. But how, where, with what,
by Ajsa Habibic (Offshore Energy) After six years of development, sustainability consultancy ERM has launched offshore trials to test its Dolphyn Hydrogen process which combines electrolysis, desalination, and hydrogen production on a floating wind platform, marking the first time hydrogen has
by Chris Tindall (Motor Transport) Operators can now calculate the cost of mixing HVO fuel with traditional diesel after Certas Energy created the industry’s first fleet balancing calculator. HVO is more expensive per litre than conventional diesel, making it more practical for
by Carl Surran (Seeking Alpha) Shell (NYSE:SHEL) said on Tuesday it will stop construction of a major biofuels production facility in the Netherlands, as it seeks to ensure the project's competitiveness in a market that faces an anticipated flood of sustainable fuels from
(Vertus Energy/NewsByWire) Vertus Energy – a Waste-to-X* industrial biotech startup specialising in advanced control of bacteria behaviour – has closed a EUR 8.75 million seed funding round, it was announced today. The funding, led by prominent global investors Energy Capital Ventures®, joined
by Kaleigh Harrison (Environment + Energy Leader) A recent study has unveiled that the carbon sequestered by plants globally is stored for shorter periods and is more susceptible to climate change impacts than previously understood. Conducted by an international team led
(Lufthansa Group) Environmental Cost Surcharge applies to departures from the 27 EU countries as well as the UK, Norway and Switzerland; Charge applies to all tickets issued from June 26, 2024 with departure from January 1, 2025; Lufthansa Group invests billions annually for
by Poppy Clements (Hydrocarbon Engineering)px Group has announced that OXCCU will develop a first-of-a-kind demonstration plant at its Saltend Chemicals Park in the Humber, UK, that will convert carbon dioxide and green hydrogen into sustainable aviation fuel (SAF). OXCCU is a
(Lufthansa Group) Environmental Cost Surcharge applies to departures from the 27 EU countries as well as the UK, Norway and Switzerland; Charge applies to all tickets issued from June 26, 2024 with departure from January 1, 2025; Lufthansa Group invests billions
by Aida Čučuk (Offshore Energy) Empati, a company that specializes in data-centric renewable energy technologies and applied artificial intelligence, and TNE, a provider of energy solutions, have signed a strategic memorandum of understanding (MoU) to accelerate the production of green
by Roberto Samora and Marcelo Teixeira (Reuters) BP Plc (BP.L) will evaluate expanding and diversifying its biofuel operation in Brazil, looking at new products such as second-generation ethanol and sustainable aviation fuel after buying out Bunge (BG.N) from their joint venture BP Bunge Bioenergia. The company said
by Kelsey Brugger and Emma Dumain (E&E Daily) Three prominent oil refiners have been raising concerns with Republicans over legislation that would study the carbon intensity of domestic products. Some of the nation’s largest oil companies have been raising concerns with congressional
(SkyNRG) - A decisive year for announced projects targeting operations before 2030, as most in progress facilities still face the challenges of raising capital, construction, and commissioning. - Regulatory developments are driving Sustainable Aviation fuel (SAF) demand, with mandates and aspirational
(by Action Sustainability for the Supply Chain Sustainability School) A groundbreaking report, “Responsible Sourcing of HVO – A Comprehensive Guide,” has been released, aiming to accelerate the global transition towards sustainable energy. Developed by Action Sustainability for the Supply Chain Sustainability
(Freeport East) Freeport East has welcomed significant investment in an international green hydrogen project to drive decarbonisation in the maritime sector. The Hydrogen Zero Emission Maritime (HyZEM) project will receive £1.44 million from Innovate UK and a similar sum from Australia’s
(Ocean Network Express/Hellenic Shipping News) Ocean Network Express (ONE) is now able to offer customers in France the opportunity to transport their cargo inland using trucks powered by biofuel in partnership with logistics company Transmanut. Operating in the Le Havre area, the
(Carbon Clean) Carbon Clean, a leader in revolutionising carbon capture solutions, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with AGRA Industries, an established leader in the design, fabrication and complete construction of turnkey facilities. Under the strategic partnership, AGRA Industries and
(Notion/EIN Presswire) Zero has signed a MOU with Airbus to advance the development of synthetic Sustainable Aviation Fuel & enable commercial-scale adoption of the technology -- Zero has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Airbus to advance the development of synthetic Sustainable Aviation Fuel
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) As presented in the weekly online series ABLC Connect, this presentation looks at headwinds and tailwinds impacting the development and deployment of sustainable aviation fuels, including commodity and carbon prices, mandates, incentives, technology trends, policy and
by Jefferson dos Santos Estevo* (Advanced Biofuels USA) ) In continuation of the RSB webinar, the second online meeting took place on May 30th. On this one, the central theme was raw materials and their importance for SAF production. As in the
(Aerospace Testing International) Results from flight testing the use of 100% blends of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) in commercial aircraft have shown a reduction in the amount of soot and contrails they emit compared to conventional Jet A-1 fuel. The Emission and
by Craig Bettenhausen (Chemical & Engineering News) The waste gasification start-up abruptly laid off most staff in mid-May --In a blow to the idea of turning municipal waste into fuels and chemicals, the start-up Fulcrum BioEnergy laid off most of its
()Cemre Shipyard) On 1.06.2024 Saturday, the world's first e-methanol-fueled service operation vessel NB1094's launching is celebrated at Cemre Shipyard. A magnificent crowd of families and friends who wish to witness this unique moment gathered together. Esvagt's pioneering project will change the path
(Carbon Capture Magazine) S3 E5 This week's Carbon Capture Magazine podcast features Matt Browell-Hook, Energy Transition Director at Spirit Energy. Interviewed by Danielle Piekarski, Content Coordinator of Carbon Capture Magazine. READ MORE
The event will bring together senior executives from companies including power plant owners, oil and gas companies, ongoing carbon capture and storage projects, consultants, researchers, as well as other influential stakeholders involved in the CCS value chain. Early Confirmed Speakers Include: Matthew
(Stobart) Stobart has continued to expand its use of hydrotreated vegetable oil (HVO) – used cooking oil – across its network for customer PepsiCo, in a move estimated to save an additional 13,000 tonnes in greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by the
(Greenarc) To celebrate, we held a ribbon-cutting ceremony and were joined by our valued customer, Greenhaul, a leading haulage company. Their HGV truck became the first vehicle in Lancashire to be filled with this eco-friendly fuel. HVO is a 100% renewable diesel
(Rushcliffe Borough Council) Rushcliffe Borough Council’s new hydrogenated vegetable oil (HVO) bin lorries that reduce carbon dioxide emissions by 90 per cent have been rolled out across the Borough! The introduction of the converted vehicles, that are powered solely by waste oil
by Geeta Nair (Express Mobility) Praj delivered a starch to ethanol plant for Fermap Industria De Alcool -- Industrial biotechnology company Praj Industries (Praj) has opened its account in Brazil, the ethanol capital of the world. Praj has handed the first grain-based
by Ben Elgin (Bloomberg) Fulcrum BioEnergy, which aimed to turn household waste into clean fuel for planes and trucks, laid off scores of employees in mid-May. Fulcrum BioEnergy, a clean-fuels pioneer that raised more than $1 billion to turn household waste into lower-emitting fuels for planes and trucks,
(UMAS) UMAS, formerly a close collaboration between the UCL Energy Institute shipping research group and UMAS International Ltd, is to take on a new configuration in order to better serve the shipping sector’s needs, as it moves into an era of
(Farnborough International/FINN) A study conducted by Innovate UK Business Connect for its member and delivery partner the Jet Zero Council has indicated that 71% of over 2,000 UK adults surveyed are unaware of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF), with nearly a third
by Christopher Surgenor (GreenAir) Global airline body IATA has called for “urgent action” on better understanding of the climate effects of non-CO2 emissions from aircraft at high altitudes, in particular cirrus cloud formation from persistent contrails. Scientists have long warned that
(Aston University/EurekAlert!) Project to transform sewage sludge into clean water and energy awarded a share of £4.5 million by Ofwat; Involves extracting energy from the waste produced during sewage and water treatment; Gases obtained can be used to power engines or heat people’s
(LanzaJet/PR Newswire) LanzaJet, a leading sustainable fuels technology company and sustainable fuels producer, was today named to the TIME100 Most Influential Companies list. The fourth-annual list highlights companies making an extraordinary impact around the world. "LanzaJet's inclusion in the TIME100 Most Influential
What are the challenges and advantages of linking Europe's cap-and-trade systems? The United Kingdom and the European Union once formed part of the same carbon scheme -- the EU Emissions Trading System -- but the UK’s vote in favor of Brexit
Join us at the launch of the eagerly anticipated new edition of The State of Carbon Dioxide Removal – the independent, scientific assessment tracking the development of Carbon Dioxide Removal (CDR) globally. With updated data, expanded global coverage and a new
by James Murray (Business Green) Company announces it has now used more than 10 million litres of Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil in its HGVs, saving more than 30,000 tonnes of carbon emissions Royal Mail has chalked off a major milestone in its journey to
Now in its fifth year, this October’s Net Zero Festival will provide an invaluable opportunity to celebrate and showcase the best of the UK’s vibrant net zero economy in what is set to be a pivotal year for the country’s
by Charlotte Bailey (Pilot) 10% and 30% blended SAF will now be available onsite -- Oxford Airport has received its first deliveries of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF), which will initially be offered in both 30% and 10% ratios to complement the airport’s
(UABIO) We are happy to announce project “Advanced biomethane production from microalgae grown in digestate from biogas plants” has been successful in the “Innovate Ukraine – support for the energy restoration of Ukraine” competition funded by UK International Development and hosted by British Embassy Kyiv. The project will be
(Drax) Leading Japanese companies, NYK Line (NYK), NYK Bulk & Projects Carriers (NBP), TSUNEISHI SHIPBUILDING Co., Ltd. (“TSUNEISHI SHIPBUILDING”) and British renewable energy business, Drax Group (Drax), have signed a new memorandum of understanding (MoU) to develop both the world’s first
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) Whitefox has been active over the past couple of months highlighting the opportunity for ethanol in the global bioeconomy via their “Ethanol as a Building Block” campaign, which continues here with CEO Gillian Harrison’s exciting presentation
(BARC) The British Truck Racing Championship has announced its commitment to using a more sustainable fuel from the 2023 season onwards. In the first major step on its road to greater sustainability, the championship has partnered with the UK’s leading provider of
by Nicky Godding (The Business Magazine) Conservation and restoration pioneers Stonehealth, based at Draycott Business Park at Dursley has converted its iconic machinery to be able to run on biodiesel. All future machines sold by the Gloucestershire company will be able to run
(Virgin Atlantic) “If enough SAF is made, we will fly it” -- • Headline Flight100 results pave the way for the use of 100% Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF), proving it’s a safe drop-in replacement for fossil fuel The use of 100% SAF saved
(Carbon Clean) Carbon Clean, a leader in revolutionising carbon capture solutions, has achieved a fabrication milestone on Ørsted’s FlagshipONE project, Europe’s largest commercial-scale eMethanol facility under construction. The first equipment has been mounted on the structural steel of the first module,
(Huntingdonshire District Council/Biobased Diesel Daily) The Huntingdonshire District Council in England announced April 25 that it has teamed up with the Cambridgeshire police and fire departments to conduct a trial using hydrotreated vegetable oil (HVO), also known as renewable diesel. HVO, sourced
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) The Turin Joint Statement on Sustainable Biofuels has now been released, and is here. WHAT THE TURIN JOINT STATEMENT (TJS) IS The Turin Joint Statement seeks to focus attention on G7 Ministers (and by extension heads of state) regarding
(UK Parliament) This Government are fiercely proud of the success of Britain’s aviation industry, and are committed to ensuring it continues to grow and succeed in future. Decarbonisation is critical to that future, and today we are setting out another key
(Biofuels International) Work has commenced in earnest at the only dedicated private jet terminal at Ronaldsway Airport, Isle of Man, as a private group embarks on plans to modernise and expand the FBO facility – originally built in 2015. The enhanced Private
(Bioenergy International) A new report by Guidehouse on behalf of the European Biogas Association (EBA) reveals that Europe (EU-27 + UK, Norway, and Switzerland) could produce 111 billion cubic metres (bcm) of biomethane by 2040. This amount represents over 30 percent
(Street Insider/Argus Media) Global energy and commodity price reporting agency Argus has extended its Argus Open Markets (AOM) real-time electronic price discovery platform to sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) prices from the Amsterdam-Rotterdam-Antwerp (ARA) hub in Europe. SAF trade at the key ARA hub is growing quickly as
(Jet2) Jet2.com has today (April 16, 2024) announced that it will use a blend of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) at London Stansted Airport in 2024, meaning the leading leisure airline will use SAF on departing flights from two UK airports in 2024,
by Anne C. Mulkern (Politico Pro Climatewire) Three dozen emissions trading systems are now operating worldwide, raising $74 billion in revenue last year. -- Washington state's carbon market was one of five new or heavily revised systems to launch in 2023, adding
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) Carbon is the foundation of our material world, says LanzaTech CTO Rob Conrado in these slides presented at ABLC 2024. It’s in the products we use, the planes we fly, the clothes we wear. Where our
by Ben Elgin (BNN Bloomberg) ... The $200 million plant from LanzaJet Inc. will be the first to turn ethanol into a fuel compatible with jet engines. The facility is one of many efforts around the globe attempting to crack one of
(AGEAN Air) AEGEAN marks another important step towards reducing its environmental footprint by expanding its Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) uplift program in main European airports. AEGEAN is joining forces with one of the world's leading aviation fuel suppliers, Shell. Through its
by Michael Pringle (Daily Record) Argent Energy has already entered into a period of consultation with staff -- A plant producing biodiesel in Newarthill is set to close its doors with the loss of over 70 jobs. Argent Energy has already entered into
(U.K. Environmental Audit Committee) The Environmental Audit Committee has urged the Government to hold the aviation industry accountable for its proposed emissions reductions, as it publishes the Government’s response to its report on net zero aviation. -- The Government’s plans for delivering net
(World Fuel Services) • World Fuel Services (World Fuel) confirms a follow-on agreement with the United Kingdom Ministry of Defence (UK MOD) through the Operational Energy Authority (OEA) to supply the Royal Air Force (RAF) with aviation fuel blended with Sustainable
(New Energy and Fuel) University of Nottingham researchers have successfully transformed CO2 into methanol by shining sunlight on single atoms of copper deposited on a light-activated material, a discovery that paves the way for creating new green fuels. The international team of
(Ireland Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine) • The Call for Proposals is supported by an allocation from the Government’s Shared Island Fund, which will support the development of two bioeconomy initiatives on the agri-bioeconomy and the blue bioeconomy • The scheme will support
by Ben Butler (Insider Media) A multimillion-pound scheme to construct a sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) production facility, which could create hundreds of jobs in Port Talbot, looks set to receive the go-ahead. In November last year, LanzaTech UK Ltd submitted a planning application
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