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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.
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.
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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.
Singapore sets SAF aviation levy until 2028 despite fuel price volatility
Singapore announces fixed airline ticket levy dedicated to Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) procurement, maintaining unchanged amounts from 2026 to 2028, regardless of significant fluctuations in global fuel prices.

Curve Energy Corp. signs strategic agreement with Saudi Aramco Technologies

Curve Energy Corp. has formalized a non-disclosure agreement with Saudi Aramco Technologies, allowing confidential exchanges of information as part of potential technological collaborations in the global market for low-sulfur marine fuels.
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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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France signs strategic contract to produce sustainable aviation fuels
The French government formalizes its industrial strategy to develop a competitive national sector for sustainable aviation fuels, aiming to meet domestic demand and strengthen France's export position by 2030.
France accelerates industrial strategy in sustainable aviation fuels
Three French ministers and major industrial groups sign an agreement to accelerate national production of sustainable aviation fuels, aiming to position France as a European leader in this emerging sector.

The maritime industry faces a critical biofuel shortage by 2028

Global biodiesel and bio-LNG supply struggles to keep pace with rising maritime demand, posing an immediate risk to the sector’s emissions reduction targets.
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SAFc Connect aims to boost SAF market as EU regulation hinders short-term growth
While corporate demand for sustainable aviation fuel increases, European regulatory rigidity limits short-term investment prospects. SAFc Connect seeks to streamline transactions.
Verso Energy receives support for its sustainable aviation fuel project in Normandy
Verso Energy has secured funding under the France 2030 programme for its "DEZiR" project, aimed at producing sustainable aviation fuel from biogenic CO₂, with an annual production capacity of 81,000 tonnes.

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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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.
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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Naturgas and France gaz sign a protocol to promote renewable gases and liquefied natural gas, with the aim of decarbonizing the gas sector.
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KKR in negotiations to acquire a stake in Enilive, a subsidiary of Eni
KKR is negotiating the purchase of 20-25% of Enilive, Eni's biofuels unit, valued at between 11.5 and 12.5 billion euros.
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Cowboy Clean Fuels raises USD 13 million for its renewable gas

Cowboy Clean Fuels announces the closing of a $13 million Series B financing to commercialize its renewable natural gas production and carbon dioxide sequestration technology.
Illustration of CO2 sequestration equipment
EU to impose tariffs on Chinese biodiesel under anti-dumping rules
The European Union plans to impose provisional duties on Chinese biodiesel, sold at prices deemed unfair. An investigation could lead to definitive duties for five years by February.
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Banle Energy inaugurates B24 biofuel bunkering facility in Port Klang
Banle Energy, in partnership with Green Marine Supply and Armada Meridian, has successfully completed the first bunkering of B24 biofuel in Port Klang for Yang Ming Marine Transport Corporation. This development is part of a global initiative to reduce greenhouse gas emissions in the maritime sector.
Bunkering biofuel Banle Energy

SUEZ acquires 51% of ARA Cursus to strengthen its biogas offering in Poland

SUEZ takes a majority stake in ARA Cursus to develop methanization projects in Poland, supported by EIFFEL Investment Group and BOURGOGNE.
SUEZ acquisition méthanisation Pologne
China: Massive investment in biogas revolutionizes the market
China's commitment to biogas is driving significant growth in the energy market. This development is marked by strategic investments in industrial and domestic projects.
Biogaz Chine investissements croissance durable
Gevo achieves record production of renewable natural gas
Gevo, Inc. announces record renewable natural gas production in May 2024, reaching 402,000 MMBtu.
Record de production RNG

China: Tests of Biomass, Ammonia and CCS in coal-fired power plants

China plans to integrate decarbonization technologies into its coal-fired power plants, including co-firing with biomass and ammonia, as well as carbon capture and storage, to reduce the carbon intensity of its facilities by 2027.
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New Certificates to Boost Biomethane Production in France
The French government is introducing new regulations to increase biomethane production, with clear targets for 2026-2028.
Certificats biométhane France 2026
BP invests USD 48.54 million in biofuel in China
BP is to acquire 15% of Lianyungang Jiaao New Energy for $48.54 million, in anticipation of future Chinese regulations on sustainable aviation fuels (SAF).
BP investit 48,54 millions de dollars dans un producteur chinois de biocarburants.

Cortus and Nordbex sign contract for 60 MW biomass power plant

SEK 400 million contract between Cortus and Nordbex for delivery of a 60 MW WoodRoll® biomass power plant in Scandinavia, with options for four other plants.
Cortus et Nordbex signent un contrat pour une centrale biomasse de 60 MW.
Expansion of the biomethane market in Europe: Analysis and outlook
The 30% increase in biomethane installations in Europe is changing the biofuels landscape, with significant economic impacts.
Expansion du marché du biométhane en Europe : Analyse et Perspectives.
BASF and ENGIE sign 7-year biomethane contract for Europe
BASF and ENGIE sign a 7-year contract to supply 2.7 to 3 terawatt-hours of biomethane to BASF's production sites in Ludwigshafen and Antwerp.
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Shell suspends construction of its Rotterdam biofuels site

Shell halts construction of its Rotterdam biofuels site to optimize costs and ensure future competitiveness.
Shell suspend temporairement la construction de son site de biocarburants à Rotterdam.
The Guadeloupe Power Plant Converted to Biomass: A Major Step Forward
Albioma announces the conversion of the Le Moule coal-fired power plant in Guadeloupe to biomass by 2025, significantly reducing greenhouse gas emissions.
Conversion centrale biomasse Guadeloupe
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.
Bio-LNG transition énergétique européenne

Cepsa and PreZero sign partnership for biomethane production

Cepsa and PreZero Spain are working together to develop biomethane plants, targeting an annual production capacity of 100GWh.
Partenariat biométhane décarbonisation Espagne
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.
'usine de biocarburants en construction à Palos de la Frontera.
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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