By Altain J. Chombe Special to The Digest A Tale of Two Entrepreneurs On a crisp autumn morning in 1995, two ambitious young professionals began their first day at a great Fortune 100 oil company. Both were filled with determination, eager to carve out a future in the evolving world of energy. One saw opportunity […]
This presentation deck outlines a plan for a new sugarcane ethanol and power plant in Imperial County, California. The project, known as Sugar Valley Energy, will produce 76 million gallons of ethanol annually with a low carbon intensity score of 11. This ethanol will be used to produce sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) and renewable diesel, […]
This presentation from the ABLC Connect series on Digest TV assesses the current state of biogas and RNG technologies and projects, highlighting both the positive aspects, such as high demand for carbon-negative energy, and the challenges, including expensive cleaning processes and slow feedstock owner adoption. The document points to huge growth potential for the industry, […]
This presentation deck is an overview for QuantaVision, a company that provides ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) and sustainability services to businesses. It highlights the growing importance of ESG considerations for companies and emphasizes the challenges that businesses face in navigating the complexities of ESG reporting and sustainability management. QuantaVision positions itself as a solution […]
This presentation deck is an overview for Aries Clean Technologies, a company that has developed a patented solution to the biosolids problem. Biosolids are the solid waste produced by wastewater treatment plants, posing a significant environmental challenge due to their volume and potential for contamination. Aries’ solution involves gasifying biosolids at high temperatures, which not […]
This presentation by Luis Sujo, BD Director at Virent, outlines the company’s commitment to producing renewable aromatics for chemicals and biomaterials. Virent, a subsidiary of Marathon Petroleum Corporation, leverages its “BioForming®” technology to convert biomass feedstocks into various bio-based products, including biofuels, chemicals, and plastics. The presentation focuses on Virent’s “BioFormate®” platform, highlighting its unique […]
Today’s Top Story Twelve secured an additional $83 million in Series C and project funding, building on a previous announcement of $645 milli This demonstrates strong investor confidence in Twelve’s mission and technology. Why does this storyline matter so much? • Strategic Partnerships: The partnerships with diverse investors, including Amazon (The Climate Pledge Fund), Mitsui […]
Last week, Digest editor Jim Lane sat down with Liberation Labs CEO Mark Warner for wide ranging discussion about the challenges and opportunities in building and operating commercial-scale fermentation facilities, in light of Liberation Lab’s astonishing success in capital raising of late. So, it’s a story of capacity, and scale. Imagine a race-car driver who […]
This presentation from the ABLC Connect series on Digest TV assesses the current state of feedstock and advanced agriculture, noting high demand but a shortage of sustainable, affordable, reliable, and available sources. It highlights challenges like competition, regulations, and environmental concerns associated with conventional crops. The report emphasizes the need for alternative sources, such as […]
This presentation outlines Anellotech’s innovative plastic waste recycling technology, Plas-TCat®. The company, founded in 2008, leverages its established expertise in biomass conversion to create a robust solution for transforming mixed plastic waste into valuable chemicals. The presentation highlights the key features of Plas-TCat®, including its ability to handle diverse plastic feedstocks, its high scalability due […]
