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April 16, 2021

Exolum invests £4.5mn in UK’s first independent SAF blending site
Energy logistics firm Exolum launches the UK’s first independent sustainable aviation fuel blending site, supporting a nationwide network expected to supply up to 65,000 flights per year.
The biofuels sector rejects a tax increase deemed brutal
French biofuel stakeholders denounce a tax hike on B100 and E85 announced in the 2026 draft budget, which they say threatens their income and the industrial balance of local areas.

Brazil, India, Italy and Japan set regulatory target for sustainable fuels

Ahead of COP30, four major economies commit to regulating the increase in sustainable fuel production and consumption by 2035.
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French government plans to end tax benefits on B100 and E85 biofuels
The 2026 draft budget proposes eliminating tax incentives for B100 and E85 fuels, prompting opposition from agricultural unions concerned about the economic impact on the biofuel sector.
European airlines pressure Brussels over shortage of sustainable fuels
Airlines for Europe warns of insufficient sustainable fuel production in Europe and requests a delay in regulatory obligations if the European Commission does not act swiftly.

Moeve joins Shell’s Avelia platform to scale sustainable aviation fuel supply

Spanish producer Moeve becomes the first external SAF supplier to join Shell’s blockchain-based platform designed to expand low-emission jet fuel adoption.
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LIFT completes full year of environmental studies for Yellowknife lithium project
LIFT Power has completed the first phase of baseline studies for the Yellowknife lithium project, a key step toward permitting and long-term mine planning.
Used oil imports multiply twentyfold under pressure from biofuels
Global demand for biofuels is driving a sharp increase in used oil imports to Europe and the United States, straining global feedstock supply chains, according to the International Energy Agency.

Singapore distillate stocks rise above 10 million barrels

Singapore’s gasoil and kerosene inventories reached a three-month high after a sharp weekly drop in net exports, supported by a marked increase in imports from Northeast Asia.
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Alkagesta opens biofuels trading desk in Geneva to strengthen its investments
Trader Alkagesta opens a new biofuels trading desk in Geneva, targeting European market growth and consolidating its investments in alternative fuels.
Indonesia approves 10% mandatory bioethanol blend in gasoline
The Indonesian government plans to mandate a 10% bioethanol blend in gasoline to reduce fuel imports and support the local ethanol industry.

California authorises E15 fuel sales to reduce pump prices

California lifts its ban on E15 fuel, opening its vast market to the ethanol-gasoline blend in a bid to lower prices and expand consumer options.
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DRC caps cobalt exports at 96,600 tonnes until 2027
Kinshasa replaces export ban with a quota system covering just half of its output, triggering a price surge and global supply tensions.
India risks regulatory setback on ethanol as Brazil consolidates SAF lead
India holds a surplus of ethanol that could support SAF production, but unclear sugarcane feedstock rules limit commercial development.

Six oil companies fined €937mn for bioethanol price fixing in Italy

Italy’s competition authority has fined six oil companies nearly €1bn for colluding on bioethanol pricing between 2020 and 2023, including a €336mn penalty for Eni.
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LanzaJet and KMG launch engineering phase of Kazakhstan’s first SAF project
LanzaJet and state-owned KazMunayGas have reached a decisive milestone towards building Kazakhstan’s first sustainable aviation fuel plant, with the immediate start of the engineering phase.
MCatalysis secures funding to industrialise microwave catalysis technology from Oxford
Texas-based start-up MCatalysis secures seed funding from HL Energy Ventures to exploit, under exclusive licence, a microwave catalysis technology developed at the University of Oxford.

Altalto secures public funding for its UK waste-to-aviation fuel project

Altalto (Immingham) Limited receives backing from the UK government to integrate NEXTCHEM technologies into its sustainable aviation fuel project derived from municipal waste.
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RWE activates 83 megawatts of wind and solar capacity in France
German group RWE has commissioned five new power plants in France, adding 83 MW to its portfolio, following repeated successes in tenders organised by the Energy Regulatory Commission.
European Union delays climate commitments amid political tensions
The European Union postpones the launch of negotiations on its 2040 climate target amid internal deadlocks and mounting geopolitical pressure.
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Scatec signs two lease contracts for 64 MW of solar in West Africa
Trump reignites tensions over India’s imports of Russian oil
China rejects US pressure over Russian oil imports
Energiequelle replaces five outdated wind turbines with three Nordex units in Minden
Global copper demand projected to grow 24% by 2035
Fidelis New Energy builds its first large-scale facility for the management of captured CO2 in Denmark
Denmark takes a major step forward in the management of captured CO2 with the construction of its first large-scale facility in Aalborg. The Port of Aalborg and Fidelis New Energy unveil ambitious plans to process up to four million tons of CO2 per year, contributing to the country's emission reduction.
Floating offshore wind may be the solution to decarbonizing the U.S.
Floating wind resources are poised to become a crucial part of the U.S. energy transition. A look back at the industry's rapid growth prospects, the U.S. Department of Energy's ambitious goals, and development opportunities in California, Oregon and the Gulf of Maine.

France: The Senate votes one last time to revive nuclear power

The right-wing majority Senate has largely approved the nuclear revival bill to speed up the construction of new reactors, despite the opposition of the ecologist group, before the final adoption expected on May 16 in the National Assembly.
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After BP, TotalEnergies prepares for a climate confrontation at the Annual General Meeting
TotalEnergies, the French oil major, is preparing for a climate debate with some of its shareholders at its general meeting on May 26. An advisory resolution on the group's indirect CO2 emissions, proposed by the activist shareholder organization Follow This, was included in the agenda of the AGM.
EDF: strong increase in activity in Q1, despite a decline in nuclear power
In the first quarter of the year, EDF recorded a 34.6% increase in revenues compared to the same period last year, despite a drop in its nuclear production. High energy market prices and the acquisition of new residential customers in France contributed to this growth.

Spain: Agreement between Ohmium and E4Efficiency to supply green hydrogen

Ohmium International is partnering with Efficiency for LNG Applications (E4Efficiency) to supply green hydrogen to a liquefied natural gas terminal in Andalusia, replacing the methane used in the gas burner pilot flame. This innovative project is supported by the European Regional Development Fund (ERDF).
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France: Nuclear safety reform will not return in final version of acceleration law
The controversial nuclear safety reform is not expected to be included in the final discussions on the nuclear acceleration bill, sources told AFP. Members of Parliament rejected the government's amendment in March and future debates should respect their vote.
France: Engie prepares its customers for the end of the regulated gas tariff
Engie offers its regulated tariff subscribers a bridging offer called "Passerelle" indexed on a reference indicator calculated by the Commission de régulation de l'énergie, which should experience marginal increases, but which allows the user to retain absolute freedom.

Siberia Force 2023, renewal of Sino-Russian energy cooperation

Russia and China continue their energy cooperation with the Siberian Force 2 pipeline project. This ambitious initiative aims to deliver 98 billion cubic meters of gas to China by 2030, strengthening ties between the two countries.
Ecoligo to install a photovoltaic system on one of its reservoirs in Kenya
Ecoligo, a German company, is collaborating with Rift Valley Roses in Kenya to implement an innovative solar system, reducing electricity costs and CO2 emissions.
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Oil prices down despite Russian production cuts
Oil prices started the week lower, despite the announcement of Russian oil production cuts. Concerns about near-term demand have returned to the forefront as the uncertain economic outlook in many major oil-consuming economies, such as the U.S., Europe and even China, persists.

Druzhba back in service

The Druzhba pipeline is resuming pumping in the Ukrainian section after a partial suspension, according to the Russian operator Transneft.
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Boralex, Change of CEO
Boralex, a Canadian company, appoints Patrick Simon as Assistant General Manager of Boralex Development, Europe.
New Floating Solar Panel Project in Albania
Statkraft will build a 2 MW floating solar power plant at the Banja reservoir, Albania, in partnership with Ocean Sun, illustrating the global rise of floating solar technologies. Other similar projects are being developed in China, India and South Korea.
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Air Liquide announces Russian hydrogen project

Air Liquide, in partnership with Rusatom Overseas, presents its project for a hydrogen production unit on Sakhalin Island.
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Aker BP plans to increase gas exports
Norway's Aker BP wants to increase gas exports from its Skarv field to take advantage of its high price.
Kazakhstan’s Uranium Price Pressured by Crisis

Akuo commissions Bennington Wind Farm

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