DNA is changing the world. That’s what Twist Biosciences is focusing on with synthetic DNA being the future of chemicals, food, therapeutics, diagnostics and even data storage. From next-gen sequencing to synthetic biology, Twist Biosciences envisions a huge expanding market of about $2.3 billion, and their TWIST Silicon Platform can make 9,600 genes, or up to […]
Missed the recent DigestConnect discussion where The Digest shared the latest on the U.S. goal of 36 billion biofuels gallons by 2022 and where we are now? Check out this slide guide that takes a look at the 15.1 billion gallons in 2019 to date, what happened that made what was supposed to be a production […]
Cow poop. It’s a problem for farmers across the country, something that has to be dealt with, something that environmentalists and vegetarians often cite as a reason to cut your steak intake, but Vanguard Renewables is capturing the latent methane in animal manure, converting it into renewable natural gas, and reducing GHG emissions. Sounds like a win-win-win, so […]
Clariant takes us on a journey on how carbon emissions can be reduced by advanced biofuels, more specifically, how lignocellulosic ethanol made from agriculture residues like straw, non-food materials, and waste can make an immediate impact, how their sunliquid technology, enzymes, microorganisms and fermentation organisms leads to bioethanol. Take a peek at the latest slides from […]
Stora Enso has a “better than expected quarter” for Q1 2020 but things have changed quickly causing most companies to adjust quickly. Stora Enso is “discontinuing its quarterly guidance and annual outlook until further notice, due to exceptional uncertainty in the global economy,” but how are they adjusting to new norms? Check out this just released […]
“Preserve what matters” is what Corbion is all about according to their latest presentation, but what exactly does that mean? Here’s a deep dive into their company, how they are working on preserving food and food production, health and the planet. From biobased and biodegradable alternatives with lactic acid specialties to biomedical and biochemical solutions and […]
The Biomass Research and Development Board published a report that looks at how to address the constraints surrounding availability of biomass feedstocks for biofuels. Four questions guide the analysis: What feedstocks and at what price? What is the regional distribution of feedstock production? What are the effects of alternative investments in research on feedstocks? What are […]
Cellink is now on NASDAQ Stockholm, they’ve received grants, been involved in hand disinfectants and test equipment in the Corona Crisis, and somehow have continued to grow globally during the COVID-19 pandemic. Take a peak into their latest financials, major milestones and events, their company, how they are dealing with the current pandemic, and more.
Xebec is reducing carbon emissions in the gas grid by accelerating the adoption of renewable gases, focusing on both renewable natural gas and renewable hydrogen. With a $100 million in order backlog that validates the technology and over $60 million invested into proprietary technology, and more than 65 RNG and 200 hydrogen projects deployed worldwide. Get […]
Haldor Topsoe had a great 2019. A leader in high-performance catalysts and proprietary technologies for the chemical and refining industries, their R&D spend is 8% of revenue and have developed more than 150 different catalysts. From project development to engineering and licensing of tech to catalysts, Topsoe has commited to conducting their business as economically, […]
