In Belgium, following the withdrawal of guidance on the use of biomethane certificates in the GHG Protocol, over 144 companies and trade associations from around the world have issued a public joint letter to the governance bodies of the GHG Protocol calling for the key role of market-based instruments to be recognised in the Protocol’s […]
In Argentina, La Voz del Interior reported that Mexico’s government lifted restrictions on imports of genetically modified corn for human consumption. The Ministry of Economy published in the Official Gazette of the Federation the agreement that nullified the application of various restrictions on glyphosate and transgenic corn agreed by the previous government in 2023. For […]
In Belgium, Aviation24.be reported that Europe’s aviation sector has urged EU policymakers to adopt seven key measures to accelerate SAF production and avoid reliance on imports. A new report by ICF, commissioned by six industry bodies, warns that current SAF output projections fall short, risking higher consumer costs and lost jobs to international competitors like […]
In Argentina, La Politica Online reported that the Paraguayan Chamber of Oilseed and Cereal Processors (Cappro) considered that a greater industrialization of soybean in the country would be essential. Of the 11 million tons of soybeans harvested in the last crop cycle, Paraguay only industrialized 25%, according to the report. Cappro’s general manager, Sandra Noguera, […]
In Belgium, the European Waste Based and Advanced Biofuels Association EWABA welcomed the 2024 revision of Annex IX as feedstock expansion is a major necessity for the EU biofuel industry at a large. The revision creates wider availability of waste-based and advanced biofuels for all transport modes and somewhat alleviates the existing pressure on different […]
In Belgium, The Clean Hydrogen Partnership launched its €184.5 million call for proposals on January 15, 2025, targeting cutting-edge hydrogen technology projects across Europe. With funding priorities ranging from renewable hydrogen production to storage, transport, and large-scale Hydrogen Valleys, the call supports the EU’s REPowerEU Plan and broader decarbonization goals. “This call reflects our commitment […]
In Canada, the Ministry of Energy and Natural Resources said that Member of Parliament Marcus Powlowski, on behalf of the Ministry of Energy and Natural Resources Jonathan Wilkinson announced over $7.6 million to support projects and studies aimed at advancing technologies and initiatives that will further strengthen Canada’s clean fuels and alternative fuels sectors. These […]
In the UK, Northern Ireland Economy Minister Conor Murphy recently launched a Call for Evidence to explore the potential use of biofuels as an alternative to home heating oil and fossil-based LPG. It is open until March 4. “This Call for Evidence will help the Department assess the potential role biofuels can play in decarbonizing […]
In Washington, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has notified Ford Motor Company that it must recall certain 2020-2022 F-Super Duty F250, F350, F450, F550, F600, and 2021-2022 F-650, F750 vehicles. Biodiesel deposits may form on the pump drivetrain roller components, which could lead to failure of the high pressure fuel pump. High pressure Fuel […]
In India, the New Indian Express newspaper reports the Deputy Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh has called for the Pollution Control Board to launch an inquiry into Universal Biofuels Private Limited following complaints of severe air pollution caused by the facility in Kakinada. Bad odor is said to have been emitted by the plant for […]
