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 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.

EDF may abandon plans to convert Cordemais power plant to biomass

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 buys Inbicon's biomass technology from Ørsted, strengthening its global patent portfolio and licenses.

Commissioning of Omaezakikou biomass plant postponed to March 2025

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.
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.

BPC receives two strategic orders to support biogas in the United States

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.
The market for biomass briquettes is booming, driven by growing demand for renewable energies and regulations promoting the energy transition.

TotalEnergies delivers its first 100% waste oil marine biofuel to Singapore

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.
TotalEnergies biofuel marine transport
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 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.

Drax criticized for its GHG emissions at the heart of a new controversy

Ember's analysis positions Drax as the UK's biggest CO2 emitter, raising questions about the effectiveness of public subsidies for biomass.
Infrastructure biomasse Drax
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.
Greenlane Renewables wins a €1.3 million contract to supply biogas desulfurization equipment in Europe, strengthening its position in the renewable energies market.

Gunvor and VARO invest in a sustainable biofuel plant in Rotterdam

Gunvor and VARO announce the construction of a sustainable biofuel plant in Rotterdam, aiming to meet up to 7% of the EU's needs by 2030.
RENOVA announces the resumption of operation of the Tokushima-Tsuda biomass power plant following repairs. A further shutdown is scheduled for the end of September for long-term improvements.
Euglena, Petronas and Eni have approved a $1.3 billion investment in a biorefinery in Malaysia, to be operational in 2028, to produce sustainable biofuels.
Greenvolt Group buys Kent Renewable Energy Limited, increasing its biomass production capacity in England.
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.

Gasum Expands Presence in Sweden with New Biogas Plant in Hörby

Gasum is planning a new biogas plant in Hörby, with the aim of increasing renewable gas production in Sweden.
Gasum Renforce sa Présence en Suède avec une Nouvelle Usine de Biogaz à Hörby.
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.
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.

Waga Energy and Engie sign France’s longest biomethane contract

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 Engie Contrat biométhane
Waga Energy and Engie sign a thirteen-year contract for the sale of biomethane produced at Veolia's Claye-Souilly site.
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.

Akita biomass power plant supplies the Tohoku region

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.
Centrale de Biomasse
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 harnesses biomass from the oil palm industry to develop advanced fuels, aiming for a green industrial revolution.

TotalEnergies launches biomethane joint venture with Vanguard in the USA

TotalEnergies teams up with Vanguard Renewables for a renewable biogas offering in the USA, aiming to produce 10 TWh of biomethane by 2030.
TotalEnergies Biométhane USA
In 2023, renewable gas production in France rose by 31%, according to the latest sector report.
ENGIE expands its biomethane production capacity in Europe, entering the Netherlands with two strategic units.

France: Engie boosts biogas production with start-up Wase

Engie invests in British start-up Wase to boost biogas production, promising a 30% improvement in yield.
Engie investissement Wase biogaz
The Paprec group is working on an ambitious project on Reunion Island: to build the largest waste recovery center in the French overseas territories.
Covestro is testing a major innovation at Leverkusen: the production of aniline from biomass, marking a potential turning point in industrial chemistry.

EU Investigates Chinese Biodiesel Dumping

The European Union launches an anti-dumping investigation into biodiesel imports from China, following allegations of a negative impact on domestic production.
Neste begins the transformation of its Porvoo refinery into an innovative hub for renewable and circular solutions, marking a strategic turning point in the industry.
A revolutionary Japanese space test uses biomethane, derived from cow dung, to propel a rocket.