In Japan, the mechanism of plant defense mediated by the non-expressor of pathogenesis-related (NPR) genes in monocots (plants having a single embryonic leaf) is not well-documented. Now, scientists from Tokyo University of Science have discovered how the NPR family of genes regulate immune responses in the model monocot Brachypodium distachyon. These findings provide a blueprint […]
In Washington, the Environmental Defense Fund, along with a coalition of health and environmental groups, moved to intervene in lawsuits challenging EPA’s Clean Car Standards for cars and passenger trucks in model years 2023 to 2026. The groups filed their motion to intervene in the U.S. Court of Appeals for the D.C. Circuit. Groups that […]
In Germany, hte – the high throughput experimentation company – was selected by Gevo Inc. to advance their understanding of the catalytic dehydration of biogenic isobutanol to form isobutylene. This is a key step in the chemical pathway for producing sustainable aviation fuel and high-octane renewable gasoline. The scope of the study included accelerated catalyst […]
In North Dakota, Summit Carbon Solutions announced a strategic investment from Continental Resources, Inc. to create the largest carbon capture and sequestration project of its kind in the world. Continental Resources will commit $250 million over the next two years to help fund the development and construction of the project’s associated capture, transportation, and sequestration infrastructure, while also leveraging its operational and geologic expertise […]
In Brazil, BSBIOS announced the acquisition of 100% of the MP Biodiesel plant located in Domdidier, in the Canton of Fribourg, Switzerland. The operation is part of the strategic planning, which establishes an investment plan in sustainable business with the objective of positioning the company among the three largest biofuels producers in the world. The […]
In Spain, Repsol and Navantia have signed a collaboration agreement to jointly develop innovative solutions to decarbonize maritime transport. In this way, both companies reinforce their commitment to accelerate the energy transition and achieve carbon neutrality, in line with the greenhouse gas (GHG) emission reduction targets of Spain, the EU, the UN and the International Maritime Organization. The […]
In the Netherlands, Avantium partnered with Sphera to perform a cradle-to-grave LCA for Avantium’s plantMEG in its most applicable market (PET bottles) in 2025 with a regional focus on Europe. The LCA takes into account the use of beet sugar from Cosun Beet Companyi, the process based on Avantium’s Ray Technology, as well as the […]
In Japan, Mitsubishi Chemical Corporation and its subsidiary Mitsubishi Chemical Methacrylates have developed a manufacturing technology for MMA (methyl methacrylate) monomers that uses plant-derived materials and have begun designing a pilot plant. The two companies define MMA monomers manufactured by the following three methods as “Sustainable MMA” and are working on the development of its […]
In Mexico, FreshPlaza reports researchers experimented with adding mango peel, roasted coffee residues, and cooked hibiscus calyces to starch-based bioplastic to test what impacts they would have on color, texture, morphology, water activity, and biodegradability. The mechanical of the performance was enhanced by the addition of the byproducts, doubling the strength of the plastic. Tests […]
In the UK, Construction Enquirer reports the construction industry is panicking ahead of the nationwide ban on red diesel that comes into effect on April 1, forcing users to switch to regular diesel, biodiesel or HVO in an effort to help reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Red diesel has traditionally been significantly cheaper than standard diesel, […]
