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Topsoe says Calumet is already producing SAF at its Montana facility

Topsoe says Calumet is already producing SAF at its Montana facility

August 2, 2023 |

In Denmark, Topsoe reported that Calumet is already producing sustainable aviation fuel  and renewable diesel (RD) from its Great Falls refinery in Montana, United States. Topsoe’s HydroFlex technology was used to revamp the existing refinery unit to produce renewable jet and diesel The production capacity of the Great Falls-plant is about 15,000 barrels per day, […]

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Black & Veatch joins alliance to advance carbon-neutral aviation in Australia, New Zealand

Black & Veatch joins alliance to advance carbon-neutral aviation in Australia, New Zealand

August 2, 2023 |

In Australia, Black & Veatch said it has joined Bioenergy Australia’s (BA) Sustainable Aviation Fuel Alliance of Australia and New Zealand (SAFAANZ). BA is a national industry association, with over 150 members, committed to accelerating Australia’s bioeconomy. BA founded the SAFAANZ to create a collaborative environment to advance SAF production, policy, education and marketing in […]

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IHI Power Services awarded SAF project by Northwest Advanced Bio-Fuels

IHI Power Services awarded SAF project by Northwest Advanced Bio-Fuels

August 2, 2023 |

In California, IHI Power Services Corp. (IPSC), an owner and operator of power plants across the U.S., has been selected by renewable biojet fuel refineries developer, Northwest Advanced Bio-Fuels, LLC (NWABF) to provide pre-mobilization, mobilization, start-up and commissioning services—and eventually asset management and plant operations and maintenance (O&M)—for NWABF’s development of a second-generation cellulosic renewable […]

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West Biofuels secures $1.5 million to develop bioenergy facilities

West Biofuels secures $1.5 million to develop bioenergy facilities

July 27, 2023 |

In California, West Biofuels announced $1.5 million in grant funding from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) to increase the sustainable use of forest products while promoting innovation and bolstering local economies.  Approximately $1.2 million in funding from the Community Wood Energy Grant Program was awarded to their latest project, the Hat Creek Bioenergy Facility […]

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Repsol to invest $133 million to transform a plant to produce biodiesel

Repsol to invest $133 million to transform a plant to produce biodiesel

July 27, 2023 |

In Spain, La Vanguardia reported that Spanish oil company Repsol will invest $133 million to transform a unit of its plant in Puertollano with the aim of producing biodiesel from 2025. This was announced by the CEO of Repsol, Josu Jon Imaz, during the presentation to analysts of the company’s results during the first half […]

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Global biofuels market to reach $390.6 billion in 2030, study finds

Global biofuels market to reach $390.6 billion in 2030, study finds

July 27, 2023 |

In California, Coherent Market Insights reported that the global biofuels market is estimated to be valued at $213.68 million in 2022 and is expected to experience a CAGR of 9% during the 2023-2030 period. “Rapid growth of the transportation sector is one of the key trends expected to augment the growth of the global biofuels […]

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IBIA, Green Marine ink deal to deliver methanol bunker training

IBIA, Green Marine ink deal to deliver methanol bunker training

July 27, 2023 |

In the UK, IBIA said it has signed a cooperation agreement with Green Marine to deliver methanol bunker training.  The cooperation agreement aims to provide for existing and future crew operating on bunker tankers and bunker surveyors are competent and ready for methanol bunkering on a larger scale. The plan is to commence the training […]

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Ardian to acquire Dutch waste management platform Attero

Ardian to acquire Dutch waste management platform Attero

July 27, 2023 |

In Germany, Ardian announced it has signed an agreement for the intended acquisition of 100% of Netherlands-based Attero, one of the largest independent European waste management and circular economy platforms. Headquartered in Wilp, Attero is a leading Dutch operator of energy-from-waste, plastics recycling, biomethane production, and inert mineral depository facilities, processing 3.6 metric tons of […]

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SFC Energy starts production of hydrogen and methanol fuel cells in India

SFC Energy starts production of hydrogen and methanol fuel cells in India

July 27, 2023 |

In Germany, SFC Energy AG, a supplier of hydrogen and methanol fuel cells for stationary and mobile hybrid power solutions, has launched the manufacturing of hydrogen and methanol fuel cells at its New Delhi/Gurgaon site in India. “The climate-friendly transformation of the economy is an urgent challenge and a significant common concern for Germany and […]

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bp in marine biofuel first for Wellington Harbour

bp in marine biofuel first for Wellington Harbour

July 27, 2023 |

In New Zealand, bp Marine, part of bp’s trading and shipping business, said it has entered into  a long-term supply agreement with integrated transport company StraitNZ, which includes the supply of marine biofuels in the port of Wellington. “This is the first of its kind for the Port of Wellington,” said global head of bp […]

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