In France, Standing Ovation has announced a $34.2 million Series B financing round, including $28.5 million in equity, led jointly by the Ecotechnologies 2 fund—managed on behalf of the French government by Bpifrance as part of the France 2030 initiative— and Crédit Mutuel Innovation, alongside its existing investors—Astanor, Bel Group, Seventure Partners, GoodStartUp, and Big […]
In Egypt, Zawya news agency reports QNB Egypt has joined as a lender to finance a major sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) facility in Egypt, led by Green Sky Capital. The plant is expected to produce up to 200,000 tons of biofuel annually and cut carbon emissions by about 500,000 tons per year, with operations set […]
In Minnesota, BioMADE announced 14 cutting-edge new projects that will support the growth and development of the U.S. bioindustrial manufacturing industry. These projects will support the manufacture of innovative bio-based products like a lithium biosorbent for biomining; plastics for 3D printing; proteins for wound healing and chemical defense; biosensors for disease detection; and more. They will leverage state-of-the-art methodologies like machine learning, AI, and advanced new sensors and purification systems. Projects will also support the development of the needed biomanufacturing workforce through projects that are easing the transition for veterans […]
In the Netherlands, Platts reports European ethanol markets are preparing for Mercosur import flows starting May 1 under a new EU trade agreement that introduces tariff-rate quotas for ethanol. Market participants are closely monitoring early quota uptake amid uncertainty over pricing dynamics. Currently, most EU countries use E10 fuel, but policy momentum is building toward […]
In Tennessee, Bridgestone Americas (Bridgestone) and Penske Transportation Solutions (Penske) announced the findings of the first phase of their shared initiative, the Decarbonization Lab (Lab). The Lab was designed to identify and validate commercially viable, near-term solutions that help reduce CO₂ emissions for commercial fleets under real-world conditions. Penske and Bridgestone plan to continue refining […]
In Brazil, Reuters reports researchers at Brazil’s Mauá Institute of Technology will begin testing higher biodiesel blends in diesel starting in May, focusing on B15 and B20 fuels. Brazil already mandates 15% biodiesel in diesel and 30% ethanol in gasoline, reflecting its strong biofuels sector based on soy and sugarcane. The initiative comes amid global […]
In Jordan, the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Jordan’s Ministry of Planning and International Cooperation, Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources, and its National Electric Power Company (NEPCO) to support the country’s green transition. The MoU establishes a strategic framework for cooperation that is focused […]
In South Africa, Sasol has achieved ISCC+ certification for the production of Sustainable Aviation Fuel and Renewable Diesel through used cooking oil and vegetable oil co‑processing at Natref, as well as certified sustainable chemicals production at Secunda Operations. The certification strengthens Sasol’s readiness to supply certified fuels and chemicals into domestic, premium and export markets, […]
In North Carolina, BASF and Nutrien Ltd.® announced a strategic collaboration designed to help farmers gain more value from sustainable farming practices already in use. Under this collaboration, Nutrien agronomists will work directly with growers to optimize yield potential using practical, on-farm sustainability practices. BASF digital tools – xarvio® FIELD MANAGER and xarvio BIOENERGY – […]
In Malaysia, The Edge Malaysia reports Gas Malaysia and Wasco Greenergy signed an MOU to study biomass-fired steam systems for industrial use in Peninsular Malaysia. The partnership will evaluate on-site, centralized, and hybrid biomass–natural gas solutions to improve cost efficiency and support lower-carbon energy adoption. The study will assess demand, locations, feedstock supply, and scalable […]
