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FincoEnergies expands its sustainable biofuels and decarbonization solutions into the Americas region

FincoEnergies expands its sustainable biofuels and decarbonization solutions into the Americas region

October 19, 2023 |

In The Netherlands, FincoEnergies, an independent provider of energy and decarbonization solutions for the heavy transport sector, has announced the expansion of its GoodFuels, GoodShipping and GoodZero brands into the Americas. FincoEnergies’ new US-based team will provide real-time support for and access to commercially-proven sustainable biofuels, carbon insetting and carbon offsetting offerings across the Americas. […]

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Chinese firm Shanghai Electric collaborates with Malaysia on waste-to-energy project

Chinese firm Shanghai Electric collaborates with Malaysia on waste-to-energy project

October 19, 2023 |

In China, Xinhua reported that China’s Shanghai Electric is collaborating on a waste-to-energy plant in Malaysia’s Selangor state. The project will help the state dispose of waste using the least possible land and generating power with the latest technology that is the safest way, Selangor state Chief Minister Amirudin Shari said. The plant can dispose […]

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Raizen, Wartsila to research use of ethanol in maritime transportation

Raizen, Wartsila to research use of ethanol in maritime transportation

October 19, 2023 |

In New York, Reuters reported that Raizen, a producer of sugarcane ethanol, and Wartsila, a specialist in maritime transportation propulsion, will cooperate in a research program to test ethanol as a fuel option for vessels. Finland’s Wartsila already produces dual-fuel engines for ships that can operate using both gasoil and methanol. The target of the […]

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ETF releases white paper highlighting opportunities for biobased diesel fuel use in back-up power generation and microgrids

ETF releases white paper highlighting opportunities for biobased diesel fuel use in back-up power generation and microgrids

October 19, 2023 |

In Washington D.C., The Engine Technology Forum (ETF) announced the release of the white paper ‘Benefits of Renewable Bio-Based Diesel Fuels’ developed by Transport Energy Strategies, a consultancy on global transport energy issues. The paper provides a foundation of information about biobased diesel fuels, their production, consumption, future growth, and volume potential. It also includes […]

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AGI Denim and Huue join forces to bring to market bio-based denim

AGI Denim and Huue join forces to bring to market bio-based denim

October 19, 2023 |

In Pakistan, AGI Denim and Huue joined forces to bring to market denim and jeans made from bio-based technology, Huue Indigo, to advance responsible manufacturing. Huue Indigo is made from microbial fermentation using microbes engineered to digest sugars to produce natural enzymes that create colors. Huue Indigo, is produced by leveraging bio-based technology, which mirrors […]

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UAE’s Khazna plans to power its data centers with biofuel

UAE’s Khazna plans to power its data centers with biofuel

October 19, 2023 |

In the United Arab Emirates, Zawya reported that local firm Khazna Data Centres, the largest hyperscale wholesale data center provider in the region, is planning to introduce biofuels to its portfolio of generators powering its data centers with a pilot project slated to be launched by the end of 2023. Hassan Alnaqbi, Chief Executive Officer […]

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Mabanaft and Fairplay Towage sign MoU for the supply of hydrogen to tugboats in the Port of Hamburg

Mabanaft and Fairplay Towage sign MoU for the supply of hydrogen to tugboats in the Port of Hamburg

October 19, 2023 |

In Germany, Mabanaft, an independent and integrated energy company, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Fairplay Towage Group, one of Europe’s largest tugboat operators, to supply hydrogen to their new tugs in the Port of Hamburg from 2025. In the coming years, Fairplay Towage intends to add tugboats to its fleet in the […]

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Engie, POSCO to study hydrogen for green iron production in Australia

Engie, POSCO to study hydrogen for green iron production in Australia

October 19, 2023 |

In Bulgaria, Renewables Now reported that French utility Engie and South Korean steelmaker POSCO have agreed to carry out a pre-feasibility study for a green hydrogen project in the Pilbara region of the Australian state of Western Australia. According to the report, the project aims to supply green hydrogen to POSCO’s proposed Hot Briquetted Iron […]

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BMW, Anglo American Platinum and Sasol collaborate to launch of a pilot fleet of hydrogen vehicles in South Africa

BMW, Anglo American Platinum and Sasol collaborate to launch of a pilot fleet of hydrogen vehicles in South Africa

October 19, 2023 |

In South Africa, Anglo American Platinum, BMW Group South Africa and Sasol South Africa signed a collaboration agreement that will bring hydrogen fuel cell electric vehicles (FCEVs) and supporting hydrogen refueling technology to South Africa. Under the terms of the deal, BMW will provide the hydrogen fuel-cell electric vehicles, while Sasol will supply the green […]

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Jordan signs agreement for green hydrogen project

Jordan signs agreement for green hydrogen project

October 19, 2023 |

In the United Arab Emirates, Zawya reported that the government of Jordan has signed an agreement with a local company for the construction of a green hydrogen plant in the Kingdom. Energy and Mineral Resources Minister Saleh Al-Kharabsheh signed the memorandum of understanding with Jordan Green Ammonia Company in Amman, according to the report. Kharabsheh […]

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