Using a proprietary consolidated bioprocessing, or CBP, technology platform, Mascoma has developed genetically-modified yeasts and other microorganisms to reduce costs and improve yields in the production of renewable fuels and chemicals. The CBP platform utilizes genetically modified yeast and bacteria to convert cellulosic biomass into high-value end-products in a single step that combines hydrolysis and […]
Tell us about your organization and it’s role in the advanced bioeconomy. Doing research in the field of bioenergy. Specifically liquid biofuels. The focused sources are mainly Jatropha, Castor and pongamia. What do you feel are the most important milestones the industry must achieve in the next 5 years? Increased output of cleaner and cheaper […]
The Biofuels Digest Index, an index of publicly traded biofuels stocks, jumped 3.35 percent to 63.80 as advanced biofuels rocked. For the day, Gevo (GEVO) was up 43.21 percent to $0.23, while Amyris (AMRS) soared 20.11 percent to $2.09. Among other equities, Abengoa (ABGB) advanced 6.23 percent to $15.52. Overall, advances led declines 13 to […]
In Germany, Clariant’s innovative process has been nominated for the GreenTec Awards 2015 in the category of car mobility. A jury with representatives from industry, academia, associations and the media nominated the sunliquid® technology amongst the TOP 3 in their category. The GreenTec Award is Europe’s most renowned environmental and business award and honors innovative […]
In Florida, Murphy USA said it is adding additional retail locations in the Houston, TX and Chicago, IL suburbs. “Growth Energy applauds Murphy USA’s ongoing commitment to bring higher blends of homegrown renewable fuels to the American motorist,” said Tom Buis, CEO of Growth Energy. “Their dedication to providing the consumer with the best, most […]
In Washington, BIO announced that the eighth annual George Washington Carver Award will recognize an individual who has made a significant contribution to building the biobased economy by applying industrial biotechnology to create sustainable and environmentally friendlier products. BIO will begin accepting nominations for the Award today, February 12, 2015. The 2015 George Washington Carver Award will […]
In Colorado, Gevo announced it has appointed Andy Marsh to its Board of Directors. Mr. Marsh is the President and Chief Executive Officer of Plug Power Inc. (Nasdaq:PLUG), the leading designer and manufacturer of commercially viable hydrogen and fuel cell systems. Mr. Marsh joined Plug Power as President and CEO in April 2008. Under his […]
In Missouri, Akermin announced the issuance of 3 new patents, each contributing to the expansion of the company’s intellectual property position in industrial biocatalysis. The United States patent office recently issued Akermin the following patents: US 8895280 Polysilicate-Polysilicone Enzyme Immobilization Materials and US 8859151 Immobilized Enzymes in Biocathodes. The patent office also issued a Notice […]
CoolTerra, a biocarbon soil enhancer from Cool Planet which sequesters carbon and delivers transformative benefits to industries as diverse as agriculture, water and animal health, has been named a 2015 Award Finalist by the internationally renowned Edison Awards. The distinguished awards are inspired by Thomas Edison’s persistence and inventiveness. “Cool Planet is focused on developing […]
Novozymes is “the world leader in bioinnovation”. The company’s business is industrial enzymes, microorganisms, and biopharmaceutical ingredients. Novozymes’ biological solutions help companies make more from less, save energy and raw materials, and reduce waste. The result is higher quality, lower costs, lower CO2 emissions, better lives and a better environment. With over 700 products used in 130 countries, Novozymes’ bioinnovations […]
