Tag: Philippines

Philippines introduces increasing biodiesel blend up to 5% by October 2026

Philippines introduces increasing biodiesel blend up to 5% by October 2026

May 20, 2024 |

In the Philippines, following the recommendations by the National Biofuels Board (NBB), the Department of Energy has released guidelines for adopting a higher biofuels blend. This move aims to decrease dependence on imported fuels, reduce greenhouse gas emissions, and bolster the local biodiesel and bioethanol sectors. Under the new guidelines outlined in Department Circular No. […]

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Report shows benefits of Philippines pushing to E20 mandate

Report shows benefits of Philippines pushing to E20 mandate

May 16, 2024 |

In the Philippines, PhilStar Global newspaper reports the country could save $ million annually by increasing its ethanol blend to 20% from the current 10%, data from an USDA Foreign Agricultural Service report shows. The higher blend could also lower fuel prices by 4%. Even increasing the blend to just 15% could see a 2% […]

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Philippine Government in talks with Airbus for carbon removal initiative

Philippine Government in talks with Airbus for carbon removal initiative

March 17, 2024 |

In the Philippines, Philippine News Agency reported that negotiations between the Department of Transportation (DOTr) and Airbus are underway for a potential collaboration on carbon removal initiative. “President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has obtained a commitment from giant aerospace company Airbus to work with the Department of Transportation on the use of modern technologies for biofuels […]

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