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Global Bioenergies postpones asset takeover bids to 18 July
The asset takeover process of Global Bioenergies, under a pre-pack disposal procedure, has been extended until 18 July at noon, following requests from potential bidders seeking additional time to assess the French company's financial situation.
SIAAP and SUEZ inaugurate France’s largest biogas production unit at Seine Aval
SIAAP and SUEZ have inaugurated a new biogas production unit at the Seine Aval wastewater treatment plant, the largest in Europe, as part of a modernization project to strengthen the energy sovereignty of the Paris region.

Hydron Energy secures first contract for commercial biomethane plant

Canadian company Hydron Energy will supply its innovative INTRUPTor-Mid technology to produce renewable natural gas in Ontario, marking its first commercial order in the biomethane sector with a promise of significant cost reductions.
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United States: Donald Trump extends biogas tax credit until 2029
US President Donald Trump has ratified a law extending until the end of 2029 the tax credit on renewable natural gas production from biomass and animal manure, aiming to boost the rural economy.
Valmet to supply biomass boiler to Kraftringen for its plant in Sweden
Valmet secures a contract to deliver a bubbling fluidized bed biomass boiler and flue gas handling equipment to Kraftringen Energi's upcoming combined heat and power plant, aimed at strengthening energy supply in Sweden.

Elcimaï Environnement converts Laon wastewater into marketable biomethane

Elcimaï Environnement has completed a methanisation unit integrated into Laon's wastewater treatment plant, now enabling the conversion of sludge and bio-waste into biomethane injected into the local grid, meeting the annual energy needs of 1,150 households.
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Teréga and GRDF inaugurate Occitanie’s first biomethane reverse-flow station
Infrastructure manager Teréga and GRDF inaugurated in Auch, Occitanie, the region’s first biomethane reverse-flow station, designed to facilitate biomethane transfer from the distribution to the transport network, representing an investment of €3mn ($3.27mn).
Eni launches its first agri-hub for industrial-scale vegetable oil production in Congo
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.

France: Toul inaugurates 8.5 MW biomass heating plant with ENGIE Solutions

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.
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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.
Voluntary carbon market attracts $3 billion to industrial biomass sector
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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SUEZ to supply 53 GWh of low-carbon energy annually to Bouygues Telecom
SUEZ signs a 15-year renewable electricity supply agreement with Bouygues Telecom, covering 53 GWh annually from household waste energy recovery, effective from 2027.
Waga Energy deploys eLandfill to optimize biogas management in Aix-en-Provence
The Aix-Marseille-Provence metropolis entrusts Waga Energy with the digital management of biogas generated from waste at the Arbois facility using the eLandfill platform, to enhance technical efficiency and operational monitoring at the site.

Minéraux Stratégiques Abitibi opens talks for biomass project in Amos

Minéraux Stratégiques Abitibi has signed a non-disclosure agreement paving the way for talks with the Abitibiwinni First Nation and the City of Amos to develop a biomass plant on the former Résolu industrial site.
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Global Bioenergies seeks buyer after failing to secure strategic funding
Due to insufficient industrial backing, Global Bioenergies has launched a pre-pack sale process amid high bank debt and limited liquidity. Offers must be submitted by 9 July.
Waga Energy launches biomethane unit on Vancouver Island with FortisBC
Waga Energy has commissioned a biomethane facility in British Columbia, in partnership with FortisBC and Capital Regional District, marking the first unit of its kind on Vancouver Island.

Biogases could meet 25% of global natural gas demand, says IEA

A new report by the International Energy Agency identifies significant untapped potential in biogas and biomethane, hindered by regulatory and economic barriers.
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Carbonité launches Canada’s largest biochar plant with 10,000-tonne capacity
Joint venture between Airex Énergie, Groupe Rémabec and SUEZ begins industrial biochar production in Port-Cartier, targeting 30,000 tonnes annually by 2026.
TotalEnergies sells 50% of PGB to HitecVision to develop biogas in Poland
TotalEnergies sold 50% of Polska Grupa Biogazowa to HitecVision for €190mn to accelerate biogas development in Poland and reach 2 TWh of biomethane by 2030.
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Angola Opens a New Gas Chapter with the Discovery of the Gajajeira Field
Occidental Petroleum reduces production in the Gulf of Mexico in the second quarter
India Accelerates Its Bioenergy Expansion with Ambitious Goals
India is positioning itself as the fastest-growing bioenergy market in the world, with an expected 45% increase in consumption by 2030. To achieve these goals, the country will need to optimize its biomass resource utilization and structure its biogas market.
UK Cuts Drax Biomass Subsidies by Half
The UK government has reached a new agreement with Drax to cut its biomass subsidies by 50% between 2027 and 2031. The goal is to reduce financial pressure on consumers and ensure a supply that aligns with sustainability criteria.

BP Announces Closure of Its Kwinana Refinery in Australia and Shifts Focus Toward Clean Energy

BP has announced the closure of its Kwinana refinery, marking a strategic shift in its operations. This decision aims to redirect resources toward clean energy projects, aligning with its transition to a sustainable energy future.
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Ecoplanta: Repsol’s Project Reaches Key Milestone for Methanol Production from Waste
Repsol has approved the final investment decision for the Ecoplanta project in Spain. This innovative project, utilizing Enerkem's technology, aims to convert non-recyclable municipal waste into methanol, marking a step towards industrial decarbonization.
A Strategic Alliance for Sustainable Aviation Fuel: Haffner Energy, LanzaTech, and LanzaJet
Three leaders in energy innovation—Haffner Energy, LanzaTech, and LanzaJet—join forces to develop joint Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) projects, combining cutting-edge technologies and global expertise.

Enilive launches major sustainable aviation fuel production in Sicily

Enilive has started producing sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) at its biorefinery in Gela, Sicily, with an annual capacity of 400,000 tons, meeting nearly a third of Europe's projected demand for 2025.
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Conversion of the Emile-Huchet Power Plant: The Stakes of a Unique Project in Europe
The Emile-Huchet coal power plant in Saint-Avold is at the center of a biogas conversion project, a €100 million investment led by GazelEnergie. Time is running out for its 150 employees, whose contracts expire in April.
Montana Renewables secures $1.44 billion loan to accelerate sustainable fuel production
The U.S. Department of Energy finances a strategic project in Montana to develop sustainable aviation fuel (SAF), advancing energy transition and boosting the regional economy.

A waste-based sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) project launched in Indonesia

NextChem, a subsidiary of Maire, is developing a SAF plant in Sumatra using used oils and local biomass effluents, promising up to a 95% reduction in aviation emissions through innovative technologies.
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AleAnna invests $40 million in three biomethane plants in Italy
AleAnna announces a $40 million investment in three biomethane plants in Tuscany and Piedmont, supported by $11 million in public incentives.
Hydron Energy and FortisBC sign an agreement to evaluate biogas processing
Hydron Energy Inc. and FortisBC Energy Inc. collaborate to test the integration of the INTRUPTor™ technology, aiming to reduce production costs and optimize the processing of renewable natural gas in British Columbia.

Suez wins a historic waste-to-energy contract in Toulouse

The Suez Group, in partnership with Banque des Territoires, secures a €1.4 billion contract to modernize and operate Toulouse's waste-to-energy facilities over 20 years.
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European Biomethane Reaches 7% of Natural Gas Demand in 2023
Biogas and biomethane production in the EU reached 22 billion cubic meters in 2023, representing 7% of total natural gas consumption. This growth, driven by massive investments, could revolutionize Europe's energy sector.
Idex launches a strategic biomass power plant in Belgium
Idex invests €80 million to build a biomass power plant in Wallonia. Designed for the Université catholique de Louvain, the project will generate 95 GWh of green energy and strengthens the group’s international strategy.

France: restart of the Gardanne biomass power plant scheduled for early 2025

The Gardanne biomass power plant, the largest in France, will resume operations in early 2025 following an agreement between GazelEnergie and the state, providing €800 million in funding and creating hundreds of jobs.
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Singapore: Bluefield Revolutionizes Decarbonization with Biochar and Carbon Credits
Bluefield Renewable Energy leverages biochar to transform waste into carbon credits, supporting Singapore's 2050 carbon neutrality goal while bolstering the circular economy and carbon sequestration efforts.
France: A New Biomass Power Plant in Corsica
EDF launches the construction of a biomass power plant in Ajaccio. This €800 million project aims to cover 20% of Corsica’s electricity consumption while reducing CO2 emissions by 65%.

The Heat Fund Maintained: A Victory for the Ecological Transition

The budget for the Heat Fund, threatened by budget cuts, will ultimately be preserved at 800 million euros in 2025, ensuring critical support for renewable heat projects in the regions.
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Major Oil Companies Bet on Biofuels: 43 Projects Announced by 2030
Under growing pressure to decarbonize, the world’s leading oil companies are heavily investing in biofuels, with 43 projects aiming to boost sustainable fuel production by the end of the decade.
Alfa Laval accelerates the energy transition with two major bioenergy contracts
Alfa Laval has secured two contracts worth SEK 350 million to provide HVO pre-treatment units to Europe’s largest biofuel facility, boosting the production of renewable fuels for aviation and land transportation.

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