In Iowa, Qore, a joint venture of Cargill and Germany-based HELM, said it is officially starting production of QIRA, a large-scale 1,4-butanediol (BDO) made from locally grown dent corn. The $300-million, 66,000 annual metric ton facility is located in Eddyville, Iowa. QIRA is derived from annually renewable crops and serves as an impactful alternative to […]
In Scotland, Scottish green hydrogen specialist Logan Energy said it is set to accelerate the deployment of hydrogen infrastructure in Sarawak, following the signing of a landmark Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Malaysian company H2 Energy last week. The MoU between Logan Energy and H2 Energy was signed during International Energy Week (IEW) 2025 in […]
In Georgia, Bakelite announced the acquisition of Sestec, a Poland-based company known for its sustainable, protein-based adhesives for wood and composite products. By integrating Sestec’s technology, Bakelite expands its portfolio of sustainable adhesive solutions on a global scale and continues to assist customers in achieving their sustainability commitments, the firm said. “This acquisition is a […]
In India, The Hindu reported that Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike (BBMP) Chief Commissioner M. Maheshwar Rao directed Bengaluru Solid Waste Management Limited (BSWML) officials to formulate a comprehensive plan to establish a waste-to-energy unit at the Kannahalli waste processing plant. Rao directed the officials to formulate a plan after discussing its challenges and shortcomings with […]
In Germany, the HOYER Group has concluded a contract with H2 MOBILITY, the largest operator of hydrogen refueling stations in Germany. Initially, as a partner, the international logistics specialist for liquid goods will undertake supplies to hydrogen refueling stations in the Rhein-Neckar region, and will be responsible both for transport and for quantity control. Anna […]
In Missouri, Columbia Missourian reported that a team of University of Missouri researchers discovered a way to genetically modify a plant’s genes to produce more oil for biofuels. Biochemistry professor Jay Thelen used arabidopsis, a type of mustard plant, to understand how modifying genetics can increase plant oil production for biofuels, according to the report. […]
In Italy, the European Investment Bank (EIB) and Eni have signed a €500 million 15-year finance contract to support the conversion of Eni’s Livorno refinery in Tuscany into a biorefinery. The agreement was signed at Eni’s headquarters in San Donato Milanese by EIB Vice-President Gelsomina Vigliotti and Eni CEO Claudio Descalzi. Eni’s project involves the […]
In Nebraska, the Nebraska Ethanol Board (NEB) announced the publication of the interim report for Phase II of the E30 Demonstration. The project is demonstrating the viability of E30 fuel (a blend of 30% ethanol and 70% gasoline) in non-flex fuel vehicles. Phase I was conducted in 2019, and the ongoing Phase II began in […]
In Canada, the Western Producer magazine reports OECD/FAO data shows 27% of the world’s cereal production could be used as biofuel feedstock by 2034. As much as 15% of the global corn crop is likely to be destined for biofuel while industrial use overall could consume 37% of corn. About 18% of vegetable oil could […]
In Washington, U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) provided notice of intent to publish the Emissions Value Request Process in support of the U.S. Department of the Treasury’s (Treasury) and Internal Revenue Service’s (IRS) administration of the clean fuel production credit. Additionally, DOE invites public comment on a proposed collection of information that DOE is developing […]
