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Eni has inaugurated its first vegetable oil extraction plant in Loudima, Republic of the Congo, marking the country's entry into the global biofuel supply chain for the transport industry.
The city of Toul has officially inaugurated a biomass heating plant operated by ENGIE Solutions, intended to supply heating from wood-energy to over 2,400 local homes starting from the next winter season.

North American biomethane market to reach 604 mmcfd in 2025

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.
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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’s announcement to eliminate double counting is shaking up manure-based biomethane and GHG certificate markets, prompting buyers to anticipate significant price hikes.

Industrial heat pumps make their mark to reduce CO2 emissions

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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
Shell halts construction of its Rotterdam biofuels site to optimize costs and ensure future competitiveness.
Albioma announces the conversion of the Le Moule coal-fired power plant in Guadeloupe to biomass by 2025, significantly reducing greenhouse gas emissions.

Bio-LNG: A Pillar of Europe’s Energy Transition to Net-Zero

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.
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Cepsa and PreZero Spain are working together to develop biomethane plants, targeting an annual production capacity of 100GWh.
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.

Biodiesel threatens Brazilian soybean oil exports

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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.