In the UK, Proptech Connect reported that Visibuilt, a Danish biotechnology company developing biobased alternatives to conventional carbon-intensive construction binders, has secured $3.81 million in seed funding co-led by EIFO and Unconventional Ventures followed by Proptechfonden and backed again by earlier investor EMDFonden Investering i grønne hjerner. The report noted that the investment will support […]
In Indonesia, TN Global reported that Indonesia state investor Danantara has chosen Bali as the first site for its Waste-to-Energy Plant (PSEL) development, as the state investment agency expands its focus on sustainable infrastructure and clean energy projects. The firm said that the inauguration was held by Danantara Indonesia, through PT Danantara Investment Management (DIM) […]
In Egypt, Egypt Oil & Gas reported that Sameh Elhefny, Minister of Civil Aviation of Egypt, inaugurated a workshop to draft a feasibility study for the domestic production and utilization of SAF. The two-day event was organized in cooperation with the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) under the ACT-SAF program, with support from the European […]
In Canada, Canada’s bilateral development finance institution (DFI), FinDev Canada, announces a $58 million loan to Acelen Renewables based in Bahia, Brazil. The financing will support the construction and operation of a biorefinery which utilizes Hydroprocessed Esters and Fatty Acids (HEFA) technology. FinDev Canada’s loan is part of a $854 million construction facility which includes […]
In California, Willdan Group, Inc. has been selected by the Encina Wastewater Authority (Encina) for a $31 million design-build contract to deliver a renewable cogeneration project. This project will use renewable biogas generated from wastewater treatment to produce on-site electricity and support resilient plant operations. This high-efficiency renewable energy system will include a new biogas […]
In Spain, Repsol, in collaboration with Toyota Motor Europe (TME), BMW Group and Bosch, announced the launch in Spain of a pioneering six-month-long trial. The initiative, which began in early July, will demonstrate in real conditions the potential of vehicles that run exclusively on renewable fuels. The project will feature a fleet of nearly 20 […]
In Germany, Uniper and Q1 Energie AG concluded an agreement regarding the supply of bio-LNG. The renewable fuel is made available for road transport in several German states via the Q1 bio-LNG-net. This cooperation marks the first business relationship between the two companies and emphasizes the common goal of continuing to advance low-emission fuel solutions […]
In Canada, Unifor has signed a memorandum of understanding with Biidaaban Renewable Energy that opens the door for Local 593 members to return to work this summer at the Hamilton biodiesel facility, nearly a year after the plant’s previous owner moved to close it permanently. The agreement comes as the facility at Pier 14 in […]
In Estonia, Hydrogenera and Stargate Hydrogen have signed a framework cooperation agreement to advance future collaboration in industrial hydrogen projects across Europe. The agreement brings together two European hydrogen technology companies with complementary strengths. Hydrogenera contributes its expertise in alkaline electrolysis, electrolyser manufacturing, system engineering, integration, balance-of-plant design, and industrial project delivery. Stargate Hydrogen brings […]
In Canada, GranBio has joined the BDO Zone Strategic Partners Network. BDO Zone Strategic Partners are leading biobased companies that help de-risk and accelerate biobased project development within BDO Zones. GranBio specializes in converting agricultural and forestry residues into low-carbon fuels and renewable bioproducts. Its expertise in advanced biofuel production, biomass conversion, and biorefinery development […]
