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Repsol pulls out of planned green hydrogen project

Repsol pulls out of planned green hydrogen project

July 7, 2025 |

In Spain, Europa Press reports the green hydrogen generation plant designed by Hydric Power SL at the facilities of the former thermal power plant of La Sevillana, in Puertollano, an initiative promoted by RIC Energy and Repsol, will not continue its development, once the “technical and economic instability” of the project has been observed after […]

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Kraftringen will invest $251M in new CHP plant

Kraftringen will invest $251M in new CHP plant

July 7, 2025 |

In Sweden, Kraftringen will invest SEK 2.4 billion in a new CHP plant in Örtofta outside Eslöv, after a unanimous board voted in favor. It will be the largest investment in energy production in Skåne in the last 10 years and will significantly strengthen the region’s energy security. The plant, which is built next to […]

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UK and Australian researchers develop model to predict how fuels break down in mills

UK and Australian researchers develop model to predict how fuels break down in mills

July 7, 2025 |

In the UK, researchers from the University of Nottingham and CSIRO Australia have developed a pioneering combined milling and combustion performance model to improve the selection of low carbon fuels for power generation. This model allows power generators to predict how well fuels will break down in mills, and how this then impacts how well […]

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UK farming sector draws red line for US-UK trade negotiations

UK farming sector draws red line for US-UK trade negotiations

July 7, 2025 |

In the UK, the UK farming sector has made it clear to government that it can shoulder no more pain on behalf of other sectors of the economy, as trade talks with the USA continue. Following significant financial market disruption, US President Donald Trump announced that he would apply a baseline “universal” tariff of 10% […]

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BRK Technology makes breakthrough in algae-based biofuel

BRK Technology makes breakthrough in algae-based biofuel

July 3, 2025 |

In Hong Kong, BRK Technology announced a major breakthrough in the development of its algae-based biofuel, a sustainable alternative tailored for the heavy transportation sector. This innovation marks a significant shift in clean energy, aiming to reduce emissions across high-impact industries including construction, mining, freight, and logistics. Unlike traditional biofuels, BRK Technology’s algae-based solution offers […]

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European Commission launches Hydrogen Mechanism

European Commission launches Hydrogen Mechanism

July 3, 2025 |

In Belgium, a strategic move to strengthen the competitiveness of Europe’s industry and leverage the Union market towards more security of supply, diversification and decarbonization, the Commission launched the Hydrogen Mechanism under the EU Energy and Raw Materials Platform. The online platform will host different mechanisms covering hydrogen, raw materials, natural gas and biomethane, with […]

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Bangkok Airways to began SAF on commercial flights from July 1

Bangkok Airways to began SAF on commercial flights from July 1

July 3, 2025 |

In Thailand, Bangkok Airways has officially announced the adoption of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) on its commercial flights, reinforcing Thailand’s green aviation industry and laying a crucial foundation for environmentally balanced aviation development in the future. The initiative will took effect starting July 1, 2025.  Bangkok Airways will begin using Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) blended […]

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European biomethane production hits 7B m3 by Q1 2025

European biomethane production hits 7B m3 by Q1 2025

July 3, 2025 |

In Belgium, Europe’s biomethane sector is growing, but not fast enough. Installed production capacity hit 7 billion cubic meters (bcm) annually by the end of Q1 2025, up 9% from 2024. Yet growth is beginning to slow, despite investor appetite remaining strong, even slightly higher than last year (€28 billion). This mismatch highlights the urgent […]

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Analysis-Brazil corn ethanol boom covers demand as country hikes biofuel mandate

Analysis-Brazil corn ethanol boom covers demand as country hikes biofuel mandate

July 3, 2025 |

In Brazil, Reuters reports UNICA data shows corn ethanol production rose by more than 30% in 2024/25 while sugarcane-based ethanol has remained stagnant for a decade. With the increase of ethanol blending to 30%, demand will rise by another 1 billion liters. Although demand will increase with the higher blend, sugarcane mills are expected to […]

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Soybean crushing hits record 204M bushels in May

Soybean crushing hits record 204M bushels in May

July 3, 2025 |

In Washington, Brownfield Ag News reports USDA data shows May saw record soybean crushing for the month at 204 million bushels, up from just 12 million in May 2024. Soybean demand rose on the expectation of growing biodiesel demand, but even so oil stocks were down on the month and the year. Corn consumption for […]

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