Tag: Belgium

Report says using crop-based feedstock key for energy and food security in Europe

November 5, 2025 | Meghan Sapp

In Belgium, using first-generation agricultural biomass, i.e. crops like cereals, sugar and oil plants, to produce bio-based energy and materials in Europe results in important benefits for food security, biodiversity, agriculture and climate-change mitigation, according to a new expert paper from the nova-Institute think tank. Europe’s bioeconomy – which produces renewable, non-fossil-based materials and energy […]

WRI shows EU’s transportation decarbonization plan not ambitious enough with offsetting

November 5, 2025 | Meghan Sapp

In Belgium, the EU Council reaffirmed the bloc’s goal to cut greenhouse gas emissions by 90% by 2040, compared to 1990 levels. While this underscores Europe’s long-term ambition, up to 5% of the reductions are expected to come from carbon offsets outside the EU, with an agreement to periodically review the plan. The EU ministers also […]

AmphiStar’s biosurfactant advances to final stage of circular biomanufacturing challenge

November 3, 2025 | Rebecca Gendron

In Belgium, biobased surfactants producer AmphiStar was awarded €2.5 million (US$1.15 million) in funding from SPRIND, Germany’s Federal Agency for Disruptive Innovation. The funds are reward for AmphiStar advancing to Stage 3 of SPRING’s Circular Biomanufacturing challenge. AmphiStar’s biosurfactant platform combines synthetic biology and microbial fermentation to create high-performance ingredients from upcycled biobased waste and […]

SynPet Technologies launches $350M commercial recycling plant in Port of Antwerp-Bruges

October 30, 2025 | Meghan Sapp

In Belgium, Belgium-based Turkish technology company SynPet Technologies announced the construction of its first commercial recycling plant in the Port of Antwerp-Bruges. The €300 million investment follows thirteen years of research and development into a greener and more cost-efficient form of plastic recycling, capable of processing waste that cannot be recycled with current methods such […]

Funding environment forces Paleo to go bare bones

October 27, 2025 | Rebecca Gendron

In Belgium, alternative protein company Paleo has announced a “strategic refocusing” of its operations to concentrate on its core research and development. The company, which uses precision fermentation to produce animal-free heme proteins for plant-based meat and fish alternatives, will significantly reduce its Belgium-based staff located at the R&D Center in Leuven. The company flagged […]

Syensqo launches biobased additive for fabric softeners

October 20, 2025 | Rebecca Gendron

In Belgium, Syensqo has introduced a new biobased polymer technology that enables fabric softeners to deliver long-lasting fragrance and softness benefits. Dubbed Easysoft PA, the additive also enables formulators to respond to consumer demands while capturing opportunities for premiumization. According to Syensqo, fragrance is the top purchase driver in fabric care, shaping consumer loyalty and […]

ePURE calls for renewable fuels to complement electrification of road transport

October 13, 2025 | Meghan Sapp

In Belgium, ePURE has submitted its reply to the EU public consultation on the CO2 emissions standards for cars and vans regulation. The reply to the public consultation is structured around six priorities: · The CO2 for cars and vans review should respect technology neutrality and recognize all alternatives based on GHG emission reduction · […]

EnviTec Biogas signs its first biogas upgrading plant in Belgium

October 9, 2025 | Meghan Sapp

In Belgium, EnviTec Biogas, together with Byont, a leading Dutch energy provider based in Hengelo, has signed its first contract for the construction of a biogas upgrading plant with CO2 liquefaction in Belgium. “The plant will be connected to an existing biogas facility and, upon its scheduled completion in July 2026, will inject 735 Nm³/h […]

T&E report shows biofuels production emits 16% more CO2 than fossil fuels

October 9, 2025 | Meghan Sapp

In Belgium, global biofuels production emits 16% more CO2 than the fossil fuels it replaces, a new Cerulogy report on behalf of Transport & Environment shows. The same land could feed 1.3 billion people, while using just 3% of that land for solar panels would produce the same amount of energy. With demand set to […]

Renewable Carbon Institute report shows crop-based bioproducts good for food security

October 1, 2025 | Meghan Sapp

In Belgium, a new report from the Renewable Carbon Institute says using first-generation biomass for non-food applications strengthens food security by increasing overall availability of feedstock and market stability. At the same time, it also delivers valuable protein-rich by-products addressing the most critical needs for human and animal nutrition. The ability to shift crops between […]

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