Category: Fuels

BIOGEST and Local Power team up to boost biomethane production in Ireland

BIOGEST and Local Power team up to boost biomethane production in Ireland

March 19, 2026 |

In Ireland, BIOGEST and Local Power announced a strategic partnership aimed at accelerating the development of agricultural biomethane projects across Ireland. The partnership reflects the shared commitment of both organisations to promote high‑quality, sustainable green gas solutions and to support the expansion of Ireland’s biomethane production capacity. The first joint project under the partnership, Curragh […]

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Clean Air Task Force report shows carbon dioxide removal standards need improvement

Clean Air Task Force report shows carbon dioxide removal standards need improvement

March 19, 2026 |

In Washington state, a new study from Clean Air Task Force (CATF) shows 28% of existing biomass carbon dioxide removal (CDR) credit protocols score satisfactory, providing a strong foundation for robust standards. Durable carbon removal is critical for counterbalancing emissions from hard-to-abate sectors and for reducing the buildup of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere. The study, Strengthening Biomass Carbon Removal and Storage […]

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GAIL invests $1.39M in TruAlt Bioenergy’s Leafiniti Bioenergy

GAIL invests $1.39M in TruAlt Bioenergy’s Leafiniti Bioenergy

March 19, 2026 |

In India, TruAlt Bioenergy Limited announced a strategic investment of ₹130 million by GAIL (India) Limited in its subsidiary, Leafiniti Bioenergy Private Limited (LBPL), marking a significant step in advancing its Compressed Biogas (CBG) portfolio and strengthening its role in India’s energy transition. This investment is pursuant to the Share Subscription-cum-Shareholders’ Agreement executed on August […]

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IKEA validates Seprify’s cellulose platform at TRL 7–9

IKEA validates Seprify’s cellulose platform at TRL 7–9

March 19, 2026 |

In Switzerland, Seprify recently announced the transition of its cellulose platform from pilot validation into procurement-ready industrial supply. This enables manufacturers to move from trials into repeatable sourcing and longer-term commercial agreements. The shift responds to growing demand for scalable, bio-based alternatives to high-emission incumbent materials such as titanium dioxide. Supported by Inter IKEA Group, […]

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Cool Planet Technologies’s CCS at German cement plant now being assembled

Cool Planet Technologies’s CCS at German cement plant now being assembled

March 19, 2026 |

In Germany, Cool Planet Technologies says the assembly of its 10,000-tons-per-annum carbon capture plant at Holcim’s Höver cement facility in Germany is now underway, with all major equipment successfully delivered to site. Cool Planet’s construction team is currently installing and connecting the prefabricated modules, which is expected to be completed in April. Capture operations are […]

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Ecostrat Inc. and BMI Group to use BDO Zone Ratings for Canadian legacy pulp and paper assets

Ecostrat Inc. and BMI Group to use BDO Zone Ratings for Canadian legacy pulp and paper assets

March 19, 2026 |

In Canada, Ecostrat Inc. and the BMI Group recently announced a collaboration to leverage BDO Zone Ratings to ‘ready-state’ BMI’s legacy pulp and paper assets across Canada for next-generation investment in the bioeconomy. The collaboration will use BDO Zone Ratings to advance the development of multi-product biorefinery platforms capable of producing biofuels, renewable chemicals, biogas, […]

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EWABA says European limits to waste feedstocks no longer reflect market reality

EWABA says European limits to waste feedstocks no longer reflect market reality

March 19, 2026 |

In Belgium, the European Waste Based and Advanced Biofuels Association says that despite stronger safeguards and an expanded feedstock base, EU policy still imposes a 1.7% contribution cap on fuels produced from Annex IX Part B feedstocks, such as used cooking oil and animal fats. This limit no longer reflects today’s market reality. More eligible […]

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Sumitomo Corporation signs MOU with Cemvita on integrated biomethane and bio-oil

Sumitomo Corporation signs MOU with Cemvita on integrated biomethane and bio-oil

March 18, 2026 |

In Brazil, Sumitomo Corporation do Brasil and Cemvita, Inc. recently announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to collaborate on integrated bio-methane (Renewable Natural Gas, RNG) and renewable bio-oil (FermOil™) projects in Brazil. The partnership is focused on accelerating the deployment of low-carbon, waste-based fuels and strengthening Brazil’s position as a global hub […]

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Direct Storage of Biomass Coalition launched to push carbon dioxide removal

Direct Storage of Biomass Coalition launched to push carbon dioxide removal

March 18, 2026 |

In Washington, the Carbon Business Council announced the launch of the Direct Storage of Biomass (DSB) Coalition, a new industry working group bringing together leading companies to advance understanding, credibility, and responsible deployment of direct biomass storage as a carbon dioxide removal (CDR) pathway. Direct storage of biomass, also referred to as terrestrial storage of […]

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DHL Express teams with Malaysia Aviation Group to increase SAF usage

DHL Express teams with Malaysia Aviation Group to increase SAF usage

March 18, 2026 |

In Malaysia, DHL Express has signed an agreement with Malaysia Aviation Group (MAG), the parent company of Malaysia Airlines, for the use of DHL’s GoGreen Plus service. The partnership enables MAG to reduce the greenhouse gas emissions linked to its time-definite international shipments through investment in sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) used within DHL’s air network. […]

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