In Italy, Anaergia S.r.l. has entered into a contract with Circular Renewable Evolution S.r.l. (CREvolution) to supply its proprietary anaerobic digestion technology as part of a €50 million initiative at Eni’s Gela biorefinery. The agreement includes approximately C$13 million of Anaergia equipment and systems. This initiative represents a breakthrough in the sustainable production of Hydrotreated […]
In Italy, Eni and Q8 Italy announce a major strategic investment in the ongoing project for the construction of a new biorefinery in Priolo, Sicily. The transformation plan for the Versalis site in Priolo received formal approval from Eni and Kuwait Petroleum Corporation Board of Directors, which follows the official binding offer submitted by Q8. […]
In Italy, Solvay has inaugurated a bio-circular silica facility at its Livorno, site. The new unit produces highly dispersible silica using biobased sodium silicate derived from rice husk ash, an agricultural byproduct. This process reduces CO₂ emissions by 35% per ton of silica compared to traditional methods and creates a local circular value chain. The […]
In Italy, CycleØ has acquired Corte Pila part of its €100m Italian investment plans. Operational since 2012, the plant, known as Corte Pila, has an installed electrical capacity of 1 MW and uses 47,000 tonnes per annum of agriculture feedstock (primarily slurry, manure and silage) to produce electricity. Following approval to convert in 2024, Corte […]
In Italy, Sonatrach Raffineria Italiana has reached a significant milestone with the launch of production of gasoline blended with 5% ethanol, the first tanker of which was shipped on January 14th from its Augusta terminal. The introduction of ethanol blending, produced at the IMA plant in the Trapani area, is part of the strategy to […]
In Italy, the newly completed biogas and gas upgrading plant in Soncino near Cremona, Italy, is feeding 237 Nm³/h (250 Sm³/h) of biomethane into the public gas grid as of Wednesday. Avogadri has been relying on the expertise of EnviTec Biogas Italy since the construction of its first biogas plant in 2009. The EnviTec Biogas […]
In Italy, Teleborsa reports Ludoil is currently involved, under exclusive arrangements, in a due diligence process aimed at the evaluation of a possible acquisition of the Priolo Gargallo Refinery. The possible operation “would be part of a long-term industrial strategy, oriented to the protection of the energy security of the Country System, as well as […]
In Italy, researchers in the Nutri3D project have unveiled prototypes of nutrient-rich sweet snacks made from cultured plant cells, fruit byproducts, and 3D printing. The creations include multi-layered snack bars and glossy “honey pearls,” designed to preserve flavor and nutritional value while offering a sustainable alternative to conventional treats. The process involves growing plant cells […]
In Italy, swimwear brand Arena has signed a deal to source biobased LYCRA fibers for its new Vitalife line. Dubbed EcoMade, LYCRA’s plant-based elastomer fibers are 70% plant-based with the same elasticity, strength, and ultraviolet and chlorine resistance as its 100% petroleum-derived counterparts. According to Textile Today, Sahika Ercumen, a Turkish freediver, called the line […]
In Italy, Pirelli has equipped the new McLaren W1 supercar with three bespoke tire fitments made from more than 50% bio-based and recycled materials: a figure certified by independent body Bureau Veritas. These new tires – P Zero R, P Zero Trofeo RS, and P Zero Winter 2 – have been specially developed by Pirelli […]
