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Apr 4, 2023
SAS has launched two ticket types that include biofuel and will be available on all domestic, Scandinavian and European flights. SAS aims to use fossil-free aviation fuel equivalent of all domestic flights by 2030 and is making it easier for travellers to be part of the journey by launching tickets that include the maximum allowed amount of biofuel. Travelers buying Go Smart or Plus Pro…
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Mar 28, 2023
Gevo has entered into a joint development agreement with Southwest Iowa Renewable Energy (SIRE) to measure, report and verify carbon intensity (CI) through the entire value chain. This is inclusive of climate-smart agriculture practices to lower the carbon footprint of SIRE’s product portfolio. Utilising the Verity Tracking platform under Gevo's newly created Verity Carbon Solutions business,…
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Mar 21, 2023
LanzaTech Global that transforms waste carbon into materials such as sustainable fuels has achieved RSB certification. The company successfully completed the rigorous requirements to demonstrate its compliance with the requirements of the RSB Global Standard earlier this year. By achieving this certification, LanzaTech builds upon its commitment to delivering high quality products, while…
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Mar 15, 2023
BioFlux® process technology for renewable fuel production, developed by Duke Technologies and licensed by Sulzer Chemtech, has been recognised for its leading cost-effectiveness and competitiveness by NexantECA’s latest report. The acknowledgment attests to Sulzer Chemtech’s prominent role and commitment in driving the industry-wide adoption of greener practices and renewable…
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Mar 8, 2023
The annual Biofuels International Conference and Expo is just over two months away with the industry taking centre stage in Brussels. Decarbonisation, net-zero and energy security will be some of the hotly debated topics on the agenda at the Plaza Hotel on May 16-17. Some of the speakers include Andrew Murfin, GM new fuels at Shell, Carlos Gaya, from Clariant, Praveen Bains, from the IEA, and…
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Mar 7, 2023
Edible oils are an essential source of nutrition for people around the world. According to the International Food Policy Research Institute, vegetable oil accounts for approximately 10% of the global average caloric food supply. This means that it is second only to cereals in importance. Unfortunately, like other manufacturing sectors, the edible oil sector faces several challenges. Rising…
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Feb 22, 2023
Emerson has launched its new ASCOTM Series 262 and 263 Biodiesel Valves, the first combustion valves certified for use with biodiesel blended fuel in industrial and commercial boilers in the Americas and Asia. These biodiesel valves make it possible for district heating and commercial boiler burner applications to transition to a more sustainable energy source, simplifying compliance with…
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Feb 21, 2023
The annual Biofuels International Conference and Expo is just over two months away with the industry taking centre stage in Brussels. Decarbonisation, net-zero and energy security will be some of the hotly debated topics on the agenda at the Plaza Hotel on May 16-17. Following on from the European Parliament’s recent target of 45% renewable energy consumption by 2030 and the European…
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Feb 20, 2023
Sustainable aviation experts are set to descend on Amsterdam later in the summer to discuss how the sector can further embrace sustainability and move closer to their net-zero goals. The Sustainable Aviation Futures Congress event will take place at Hotel Okura in the heart of the Dutch capital on June 7-9. Delegates and guests will be able to listen to speakers highlight the latest…
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Feb 15, 2023
Six international businesses have launched a new consortium to bring zero-emission aviation to life in New Zealand. The Hydrogen Consortium’s vision is to support the country to pioneer the commercial deployment of green hydrogen-powered aircraft. The partners are international aerospace leader Airbus, global green energy company Fortescue Future Industries (FFI), leading world airline Air…
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Feb 7, 2023
UPM has appointed Christian Librera as senior vice president biofuels to lead the company’s biofuels business platform. “While electric vehicles take an increasing share of passenger transport, advanced biofuels will continue to play a key role in reducing transport emissions in modes such as trucking, large scale passenger transport, maritime and notably aviation. They will be a relevant…
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Feb 6, 2023
Argent Energy, a leading European manufacturer of biofuels in the UK and the Netherlands, has commenced groundworks for construction of a glycerine refinery in the Port of Amsterdam. The facility is expected produce 50,000 tons of refined glycerine per year. With this construction, the company is expanding its portfolio of sustainable products and will be entering the chemical market for the…
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Jan 19, 2023
LanzaTech has announced that AMCI Acquisition Corp has scheduled a special meeting of its stockholders to approve a proposed business combination. The closing of the business combination is subject to approval by AMCI’s and LanzaTech’s stockholders and the satisfaction of other customary closing conditions and is expected to close as soon as practicable. Jennifer Holmgren, CEO of LanzaTech,…
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Jan 12, 2023
Tributes have been paid to Dr Douglas John Ward, the former chairman of Celtic Renewables, who has died, aged 82. The Scotland-based company, in a statement, said it was deeply saddened following the passing of its ex-chairman who died peacefully in his home following a long and courageous battle with cancer. Ward was involved with the original R&D, which underpinned Celtic Renewables…
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Jan 11, 2023
As we settle into the new year, Biofuels International has looked back on the past 12 months to see which stories helped generate the most interest. The news that Repsol and the EIB have signed a deal to finance a new biofuels plant in Spain attracted a lot of traction. The article attracted more than 9,000 page impressions when it was uploaded in December. The piece described how the plant…
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