In California, the California Air Resources Board (CARB) voted to strengthen the LCFS, aiming to reduce the carbon intensity of transportation fuels by 30% by 2030 and 90% by 2045. This move is seen as a reaffirmation of California’s commitment to combating climate change, especially in light of federal policy shifts. As state Senator Henry […]
In Romania, Romania Insider reported that OMV Petrom will supply sustainable aviation fuel to the Romanian state-operated airline Tarom starting January 1, 2025, based on a contract signed by the two companies. The oil firm will deliver the fuel to four airports in Romania, namely Henri Coandă International Airport in Bucharest, Avram Iancu International Airport […]
In Bulgaria, Renewables Now reported that Japanese renewable power producer Renova announced today that the 49.9-MW Karatsu Biomass Power Plant is now planned to enter commercial operation in March 2025. Originally, the plant was set to come online this December. The reason behind the move is the fact that Renova needs additional time for the […]
In Finland, UPM Specialty Papers and Eastman have co-created a novel biopolymer coated paper packaging solution, designed for food applications requiring grease and oxygen barriers. The solution integrates Eastman’s biobased and compostable Solus performance additives with BioPBSTM polymer to form a thin coating onto UPM’s compostable and recyclable barrier base papers. The solution is designed […]
In India, Veolia and SYTTOM 19 announced a strategic partnership for the next 25 years for a public service delegation involving the construction and management of a new Waste-to-Energy plant in Saint-Pantaléon-de-Larche, near Brive-la-Gaillarde, France. Veolia noted that this high-performance waste-to-energy plant will be a model of environmental and technological integration. With a treatment capacity […]
In India The Hindu reported that Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL) and Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD) have come together to establish a biogas plant at Tirumala, with a capacity to handle 40 tons per day to ensure sustainable energy generation as well as efficient waste management. The plant is required to primarily produce biogas intended […]
In the United Arab Emirates, Zawya reported that Mercantile & Maritime Group, a global provider of energy and logistics, specializing in the physical trading of oil and gas has announced the expansion of its fully owned and operated facility, MENA Terminals in Fujairah, to launch a pioneering biofuel processing plant valued at $600 million. The […]
In the Netherlands, Offshore Energy reported that Norwegian Cruise Line has taken the next step in its decarbonization journey with the adoption of biofuel. Norwegian Cruise Line’s ship Norwegian Dawn recently received a B30 sustainable biofuel blend from the Dutch provider GoodFuels while docked at the IJmuiden Cruise Terminal in the Netherlands, according to the […]
In South Africa, Transnet National Ports Authority (TNPA) has published a Request for Information (RFI) for a strategic pilot project to use green and cleaner fuels for its selected diesel-operated tugboat fleet. The project aligns with Transnet’s commitment to bolster South Africa’s just transition journey to a low carbon-economy focused on cleaner, renewable and green […]
In Romania, OMV Petrom and TAROM, Romania’s national airline, announced the signing of a contract for the supply of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF), a first for Romanian aviation. Starting January 1, 2025, OMV Petrom will supply TAROM with SAF at four airports in Romania, in compliance with the requirements of the RefuelEU Aviation Regulation: Henri […]
