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North American biomethane capacity will increase by 70 million cubic feet per day in 2025 following a record growth of 139 mmcfd in 2024, driven notably by transportation sector demand, according to Wood Mackenzie.
The voluntary carbon market intensifies industrial interest in carbon capture within the pulp and paper and bioenergy sectors, creating an estimated $3 billion opportunity through carbon credit trading.

Germany Shakes Up Biomethane and GHG Markets with New RED III Directive

Germany’s announcement to eliminate double counting is shaking up manure-based biomethane and GHG certificate markets, prompting buyers to anticipate significant price hikes.
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Skyven Technologies introduces an industrial heat pump capable of generating steam, reducing Western New York Energy's CO2 emissions by 20,000 tons a year.
Unions at the Cordemais coal-fired power station have called a strike and are demanding that EDF CEO Luc Rémont come to the plant to explain the abandonment of the biomass conversion project.

Haffner Energy and Bambbco diversify their biomass sources with bamboo

Haffner Energy and Bambbco collaborate to integrate bamboo as a new sustainable biomass source. The partnership aims to strengthen the supply of biomass for clean energy production, by exploiting marginal lands.
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The CGT has revealed that EDF is considering halting the conversion of the Cordemais power plant to biomass, a project essential to the energy security of western France. EDF insists that the final decision has not yet been taken.
Hat: Gevo makes a strategic sale of tax credits generated by its renewable natural gas (RNG) site in Iowa, a transaction that strengthens its position in the renewable energy market.

NewEnergyBlue acquires Inbicon’s technology and expands its global licenses

NewEnergyBlue buys Inbicon's biomass technology from Ørsted, strengthening its global patent portfolio and licenses.
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The launch of the Omaezakikou biomass power plant, affiliated to RENOVA, has been pushed back to March 2025. Technical adjustments extend the timetable and affect financial forecasts.
ENGIE and INRAE extend their five-year collaboration to optimize the biomethane sector in France, focusing on research and innovation to improve methanization and the use of agricultural resources.

Mauricie: $26 million invested in a Biomethanization Center

Énercycle obtains $26 million in public funding to develop a biomethanization center in Saint-Étienne-des-Grès, aimed at reducing greenhouse gas emissions in the Mauricie region.
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BPC Instruments wins two additional orders for its analytical systems, strengthening the infrastructure of biogas projects in California.
Hexagon Agility, a subsidiary of Hexagon Composites, receives a major order for renewable natural gas systems for a waste collection fleet in North America, strengthening its position in the sector.

Biomass briquette market to reach USD 1.9 billion by 2033

The market for biomass briquettes is booming, driven by growing demand for renewable energies and regulations promoting the energy transition.
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TotalEnergies has taken a strategic step forward by supplying its first marine biofuel made from used cooking oil to Singapore, in response to growing demand for alternative fuels in the maritime sector.
The global biomethane market is poised for significant expansion, with production capacity and equipment revenues forecast to rise between now and 2033, particularly in Europe and North America.

Renewable Landfill Gas Production to Triple by 2050

Renewable natural gas (RNG) production from landfill gas could reach 2.2 billion cubic feet per day by 2050, but the success of projects depends on scale, location and technology.
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Ember's analysis positions Drax as the UK's biggest CO2 emitter, raising questions about the effectiveness of public subsidies for biomass.
The US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is conducting audits on biofuel producers to verify the authenticity of used cooking oils used in production, in response to fears of fraud and the use of less sustainable palm oils.
Bio-LNG is emerging as a key alternative for transport and marine, supporting the EU's net-zero energy goals. Production could reach 15.4 TWh/year by 2025.
Cepsa and PreZero Spain are working together to develop biomethane plants, targeting an annual production capacity of 100GWh.

Cepsa and the EIB invest €285 million in biofuels in Andalusia

The European Investment Bank (EIB) and Cepsa sign a €285 million loan to finance a biofuels plant in Andalusia. This initiative aims to produce sustainable fuels from organic waste, supporting the circular economy and the decarbonization of transport.
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Growing domestic demand for biodiesel could bring soybean oil exports from Brazil, the world's second largest exporter, to a halt within a few years.
Greenvolt Group buys Kent Renewable Energy Limited, increasing its biomass production capacity in England.

BP acquires 50% of biofuels specialist Bunge for $1.4 billion

BP is to buy Bunge's (BG.N) 50% stake in their Brazilian sugar and ethanol joint venture, BP Bunge Bioenergia, for $1.4 billion.
BP acquiert 50% de Bunge spécialiste en biocarburants pour $1,4 Milliard.
Gasum is planning a new biogas plant in Hörby, with the aim of increasing renewable gas production in Sweden.
By investing 750 million euros in a new plant at Petrobrazi, OMV Petrom, the energy leader in Southeast Europe, is positioning itself as a future major player in biofuels.

Call for Expressions of Interest in Hydrothermal Gasification

GRTgaz is launching a Call for Expressions of Interest to promote the innovative technology of Hydrothermal Gasification, aimed at producing renewable, low-carbon gas by valorizing various waste products.
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Waga Energy and Engie sign a thirteen-year contract for the sale of biomethane, setting a new standard in the French energy market.
Waga Energy and Engie sign a thirteen-year contract for the sale of biomethane produced at Veolia's Claye-Souilly site.

IFC and Italian climate fund invest in biofuels in Kenya

IFC and the Italian Climate Fund announce a $210 million investment to develop biofuels in Kenya, supporting the decarbonization of transport and the livelihoods of local farmers.
L'IFC et le Fonds Climat Italien Investissent dans les Biocarburants au Kenya pour aider l'agriculture et les transports.
The Akita biomass power plant begins supplying green electricity to the Tohoku region, marking a key step towards Japan's carbon neutrality target of 2030.
Air Liquide, in collaboration with WWF France, adopts an ambitious charter for sustainable biomethane production, marking a significant step towards a greener energy transition.

Malaysia: a new fuel for the future using biomass from the palm industry

Malaysia harnesses biomass from the oil palm industry to develop advanced fuels, aiming for a green industrial revolution.
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TotalEnergies teams up with Vanguard Renewables for a renewable biogas offering in the USA, aiming to produce 10 TWh of biomethane by 2030.
In 2023, renewable gas production in France rose by 31%, according to the latest sector report.

ENGIE accelerates biomethane development with two new acquisitions

ENGIE expands its biomethane production capacity in Europe, entering the Netherlands with two strategic units.
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Engie invests in British start-up Wase to boost biogas production, promising a 30% improvement in yield.
The Paprec group is working on an ambitious project on Reunion Island: to build the largest waste recovery center in the French overseas territories.