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Moeve and Zaffra sign MoU to develop e-SAF facilities in Spain

Moeve and Zaffra sign MoU to develop e-SAF facilities in Spain

July 20, 2025 |

In Spain, Moeve (formerly Cepsa) and Zaffra, a joint venture between Sasol and Topsoe, announce the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) that will see the Spanish energy firm and the Amsterdam based e-SAF developer take a step forward to advance European aviation fuel decarbonization.  Under the agreement, the partners will jointly assess the […]

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Tadweer Group acquires waste-to-energy stake from Masdar, entering joint venture with BEEAH

Tadweer Group acquires waste-to-energy stake from Masdar, entering joint venture with BEEAH

July 20, 2025 |

In the United Arab Emirates (UAE), Zawya reported that Abu Dhabi Future Energy Company PJSC – Masdar, announced the divestment of its stake, subject to customary closing conditions, in the Sharjah Waste-to-Energy plant to Tadweer Group. The move also brings Tadweer Group together with BEEAH, as joint venture partners in the Emirates Waste-to-Energy company, which […]

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Biofuel demand to absorb over half of US soy oil production next year, USDA says

Biofuel demand to absorb over half of US soy oil production next year, USDA says

July 20, 2025 |

In Illinois, Reuters reported that the US biofuel makers will consume more than half of all soybean oil produced in the U.S. next year as a recent flurry of federal policy moves has transformed the sector, including higher blending mandates and curbs on foreign biofuel imports and feedstocks, the U.S. Department of Agriculture said. In […]

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Biofuel demand to consume 27% of global cereals by 2034: OECD-FAO report

Biofuel demand to consume 27% of global cereals by 2034: OECD-FAO report

July 20, 2025 |

In India, Down to Earth reported that only 40% of the world’s cereal production will be consumed directly by humans by 2034, while 27% will be diverted to biofuel and industrial uses, according to the latest OECD-FAO Agricultural Outlook 2025-2034. It marks a significant revision from last year’s forecast, which had estimated that biofuels and […]

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ISMA urges Indian Government to maintain ethanol import restrictions 

ISMA urges Indian Government to maintain ethanol import restrictions 

July 20, 2025 |

In India, Bio Energy Times reported that the Indian Sugar and Bio Energy Manufacturers Association (ISMA) has called on the government to retain existing restrictions on ethanol imports, citing their critical role in advancing India’s ethanol blending program and supporting timely payments to sugarcane farmers. In a letter addressed to Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush […]

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Weichai Power launches Singapore’s first 100% biodiesel research harbor ship

Weichai Power launches Singapore’s first 100% biodiesel research harbor ship

July 20, 2025 |

In Singapore, The Laotian Times reported that The President 100, a 16-metre harbor ship powered entirely by 100% biodiesel (B100), was officially launched in Singapore. The vessel is equipped with two Weichai WP13C450-18BF marine engines and two CCFJ20J-W5BF generator sets, providing the core propulsion system for this milestone project. Jointly developed by Weichai, the China […]

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Head of Bayer Canada bullish on biofuel sector

Head of Bayer Canada bullish on biofuel sector

July 20, 2025 |

In Canada, The Wester Producer reported that the country division head for Bayer Crop Science Canada believes Canadian farmers have a massive opportunity to grow oilseeds and provide feedstock for biofuel processors around the globe. “We do see an increase of biofuel demand, worldwide. And we believe, especially in Western Canada, there will be an […]

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Researchers find way to produce low-emission green hydrogen from sugarcane

Researchers find way to produce low-emission green hydrogen from sugarcane

July 20, 2025 |

In India, Bio Energy Times reported that a new process developed at the University of Johannesburg, in South Africa, could transform how green hydrogen is produced from sugarcane waste, offering a cleaner and more efficient alternative to conventional methods.  According to a simulation study using the Sorption-Enhanced Chemical Looping Gasification (SECLG) method, this new approach […]

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Sarawak eyes hydrogen fuel from cow waste

Sarawak eyes hydrogen fuel from cow waste

July 20, 2025 |

In India, Bio Energy Times reported that Malaysian region Sarawak is exploring the use of cow waste to produce hydrogen fuel as part of its broader push for environmental sustainability and circular economy initiatives. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg announced that methane gas released from cow waste can be processed using […]

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Stellantis discontinues hydrogen fuel cell program and van production

Stellantis discontinues hydrogen fuel cell program and van production

July 17, 2025 |

In Italy, Reuters reported that carmaker Stellantis said it would discontinue its hydrogen fuel cell technology program and no longer launch hydrogen-powered vehicles this year. The group said the decision was due to the limited availability of hydrogen refueling infrastructure, high capital requirements and the need for stronger purchase incentives for customers, according to the […]

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