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SumiSaujana partners China’s CoolisT to develop bio-based polyols

SumiSaujana partners China’s CoolisT to develop bio-based polyols

December 14, 2025 |

In Malaysia, The Malaysian Reserve reported that Sumisaujana Group Bhd’s wholly owned unit SumiSaujana TCM Chemicals Sdn Bhd (SSTCM) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with China’s Zangjiagang CoolisT Life Technology Co Ltd (CoolisT Group) to jointly develop and commercialize bio-based polyols from renewable vegetable oils. These polyols will be used in polyurethane foams […]

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Thai Energy Minister fast-tracks Songkhla waste-to-energy plant to tackle garbage crisis

Thai Energy Minister fast-tracks Songkhla waste-to-energy plant to tackle garbage crisis

December 14, 2025 |

In Thailand, The Nation reported that Thailand Energy Minister Auttapol Rerkpiboon has moved to tackle Songkhla’s mounting garbage crisis by ordering an early start-up of a waste-to-energy plant, which can burn 500 tons of waste per day and generate 9.9 megawatts of electricity. The Energy Ministry recognises that the garbage crisis is causing serious problems […]

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Anaergia Technologies to provide waste-to-energy technology for PepsiCo Mexico Foods

Anaergia Technologies to provide waste-to-energy technology for PepsiCo Mexico Foods

December 14, 2025 |

In Canada, Anaergia, through its subsidiary, Anaergia Technologies, has signed a contract with Anaergia PepsiCo Mexico Foods subsidiary, Sabritas to deliver an integrated renewable energy solution at a PepsiCo Mexico Foods food production facility in Mexico. Under the terms of the contract, Anaergia Technologies is to supply its integrated technology solution using its high-efficiency digestion […]

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SAF market to reach $357.4 billion by 2035, research finds

SAF market to reach $357.4 billion by 2035, research finds

December 14, 2025 |

In Canada, Precedence Research reported that the global sustainable aviation fuel market size reached $2.31 billion in 2025 and is expected to be worth around $357.41 billion by 2035, surging at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 65.56% over the forecast period 2026 to 2035.  Asia Pacific dominated the SAF market with the largest […]

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Hydrogen in aviation offers potential for growth and deeper emissions reductions, new study shows

Hydrogen in aviation offers potential for growth and deeper emissions reductions, new study shows

December 14, 2025 |

In the UK, Rolls-Royce, easyJet, Heathrow and University College London Air Transportation Systems Lab (UCL ATSLab) published a report highlighting how hydrogen-powered aircraft could enable European and UK aviation to cut carbon emissions while supporting future growth. The study, Enabling Hydrogen in the European Aviation Market, found that hydrogen in aviation offers a unique opportunity […]

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German cabinet approves draft biofuels law

German cabinet approves draft biofuels law

December 14, 2025 |

In Germany, Reuters reported that Germany’s cabinet approved a draft biofuels law which will allow continued use of food and animal feed as biofuel ingredients. Germany’s program to cut greenhouse gases includes blending biofuels, such as biodiesel and bioethanol, with fossil fuels to reduce emissions from road vehicles. Oil companies have greenhouse gas reduction targets, […]

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Hystar announces strategic collaboration with McDermott to develop 100 MW green hydrogen plant design

Hystar announces strategic collaboration with McDermott to develop 100 MW green hydrogen plant design

December 11, 2025 |

In Norway, Hystar  announced a strategic collaboration with McDermott to develop a comprehensive 100-megawatt (MW) green hydrogen plant design. Under the agreement, Hystar will provide its proprietary PEM electrolyser technology. McDermott will leverage its global expertise as an engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) provider for major energy infrastructure. The 100 MW reference plant will serve […]

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European Commission presents Grids Package to boost interconnectivity

European Commission presents Grids Package to boost interconnectivity

December 11, 2025 |

In Bulgaria, Renewables Now reported that the European Commission presented its European Grids Package and the Energy Highways initiative, which are aimed at lowering energy prices and supporting Europe’s energy independence. The report noted that the proposals seek to maximize the use of existing infrastructure and, at the same time, provide for faster development of […]

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Bulgarian firm Hydrogenera gets electrolyzer order from Volkswagen

Bulgarian firm Hydrogenera gets electrolyzer order from Volkswagen

December 11, 2025 |

In Serbia, Balkan Green Energy News reported that Bulgarian company Hydrogenera will integrate its electrolyzer with a gas burner at Volkswagen Poznań’s automotive factory in western Poland with the aim of cutting the consumption of the fuel as well as related emissions by up to 30%. The produced hydrogen and oxygen would both be utilized […]

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IEA warns Southeast Asia may remain green hydrogen consumer as only 6% of capacity advances

IEA warns Southeast Asia may remain green hydrogen consumer as only 6% of capacity advances

December 11, 2025 |

In Taiwan, Reccessary reported that Southeast Asia’s hydrogen demand reached 4 million tons in 2024, yet the region is still struggling to become self-sufficient. Despite strong industrial needs and significant renewable potential, only 6% of announced low-emissions hydrogen capacity has reached a final investment decision (FID). In its recent webinar “Accelerating hydrogen in Southeast Asia: […]

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