In Japan, Marubeni Corporation and Japan Petroleum Exploration Co., Ltd. have entered into a joint study agreement with PT Pertamina, an Indonesian state-owned enterprise engaged in integrated energy, and its subsidiary PT Pertamina Hulu Energi to conduct a feasibility assessment on BECCS at a pulp mill and nearby oil field area in South Sumatra Province, […]
In India, Refex Sustainable Solutions Private Limited (RSSPL) on August 20, 2024 entered into and executed an investment agreement for acquisition of controlling stake up to 51.02% of the total voting powers, from the existing promoters and investment by way of fresh equity infusion in Vyzag Bio-Energy Fuel Private Limited thereby making this entity a […]
In Illinois, new research from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign demonstrates that near-infrared (NIR) spectroscopy and machine learning can provide quick, accurate, and cost-effective product analysis. In two studies, the researchers explore the use of NIR spectroscopy for analyzing characteristics of corn kernels and sorghum biomass. In the first study, the researchers created a global […]
In Brazil, the National Energy Policy Council (Conselho Nacional de Política Energética/CNPE) approved a resolution aimed at updating the strategic guidelines for the development of the fuel, biofuel and oil derivatives market in Brazil. The document provides for the strengthening of national processing capacity, which currently faces challenges with significant imports of derivatives. Among the […]
How can a public biofoundry develop and demonstrate capabilities that enable commercially-relevant biomanufacturing of a wide range of bioproducts by both new and established industrial hosts? The ABF has operated as a BETO-supported project since 2016. In 2017 the ABF expanded to a $20M/year BETO-consortium. The goal? To enable biorefineries to achieve 50% reductions in […]
In Germany, CAPHENIA said that its custom-built reactor with its unique Plasma-Boudouard technology (PBR) has been transported to the production site at the Frankfurt-Höchst industrial park, where it is now being integrated into the existing facility. With all components now on site, production of renewable synthetic fuels is set to begin next year, the firm […]
In Brazil, Aviacionline reported that the Brazilian federal government announced the launch of a call for business plans focused on developing sustainable aviation and marine fuels. The call, with an investment of nearly $1 billion, aims to promote the creation of biorefineries in Brazil, with resources provided by the National Bank for Economic and Social […]
In California, Prophecy Market Insights reported that the global sustainable aviation fuel market is projected to reach $1.1 billion in 2024. The report stated that the global SAF market is also forecasted to reach $3 billion by 2034, exhibiting a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 11.6% during the forecast period (2024 – 2034). “Prominent […]
In Indonesia, Indonesia Business Post reported that local company PT Pertamina Patra Niaga, a subsidiary of state oil and gas company PT Pertamina, has strengthened its commitment to sustainability by securing the International Sustainability and Carbon Certification (ISCC) for its SAF under the Carbon Offsetting and Reduction Scheme for International Aviation (CORSIA) and the Renewable […]
In the Philippines, DHL Express and Brother Industries (Philippines) have joined forces to deepen their commitment to reducing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions through DHL Express’s GoGreen Plus service. By using this service and applying the book and claim methodology, Brother can achieve a 30% reduction in its annual GHG emissions associated with international parcels, DHL […]
