The Digest Bioeconomy Index, an index of publicly traded advanced bioeconomy stocks, fell 1.02 percent to 48.71 as ethanol tumbled. For the day, The Andersons (ANDE) shed 6.47 percent to $27.16, while Gevo (GEVO) lost 7.12 percent to $0.39. Among other equities, Metabolix (MBLX) rebounded 15.38 percent to $1.20. Overall, declines led advances by a […]
Gevo and Porta are targeting the construction of at least four isobutanol plants in Argentina; first plant to be wholly owned by Porta, with a targeted production capacity of up to five million gallons per year In Colorado, Gevo has entered into a license agreement and a joint development agreement with Argentine ethanol distiller Porta […]
The Digest Bioeconomy Index, an index of publicly traded advanced bioeconomy stocks, slipped 0.55 percent to 49.21 as advanced bio waned. For the day, Aemetis (AMTX) dropped 4.57 percent to $2.09, while Gevo (GEVO) dumped 11.59 percent to $0.42. Among other equities, Metabolix (MBLX) rebounded 20.54 percent to $1.04 Overall, declines led advances by a […]
In Switzerland, AVA Biochem revealed that it is expanding its product portfolio to include platform chemical FDCA (2,5-Furandicarboxylic acid)— and that’s a pathway to a molecule called PEF that’s a potential bio-based replacement for PET used to make clear plastic bottles for soft drinks. So, it’s big news in a field that’s getting crowded with promising […]
By Corinne Young and Michele Jalbert, re:chem Alliance For all of 2015’s turbulence in the renewable chemical sector, in one area – US government policy – the industry saw marked progress. For the last two years, the Renewable Chemical & Advanced Materials Alliance (re:chem), in concert with other stakeholders, has relentlessly advocated for several policy […]
In California, Solazyme reports: “As part of Solazyme, Inc.’s continuing strategy to focus its operations on targeted, higher-value product categories, on January 29, 2016, Solazyme undertook another step in streamlining operations. This step included a reduction in headcount that is expected to reduce the number of employees by more than 20% when completed, and is concentrated […]
The “Top 100 People in the Advanced Bioeconomy” for 2016 as nominated and voted by the readers of The Digest and the publication’s editorial board. For comparison purposes, the The Top People for 2015 rankings are here.
In Iowa, the Iowa Caucuses are tomorrow, marking the official opening of the US Presidential primary season. The Renewable Fuel Standard has emerged as a major issue in the campaign for Iowa votes. 12 out of 14 candidates support the RFS—realizing the economic, national security, and environmental benefits. And the Des Moines Register’s pollster, Selzer & Co., found […]
In New York, Anellotech has broken ground on the installation of its fully-integrated development and testing facility (TCat-8). Construction of a building and related facilities to house the pre-built unit began today in Silsbee, Hardin Country, Texas, on the site of Anellotech’s operating partner, South Hampton Resources (SHR), a wholly owned subsidiary of Trecora Resources […]
