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Qarlbo Biodiversity signed a memorandum of understanding with Woodland Biofuels for the delivery of thinned pine wood from managed forests in the United States to supply the Canadian company’s biomass operations.
The Canadian group Thermal Energy International has secured a CAD 1.4 million contract to install a heat recovery unit at a European malted barley producer, aiming to reduce energy costs and polluting emissions.

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.
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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.
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.
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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 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.

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).
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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.

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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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.
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.

Strike at Cordemais: Unions call for EDF CEO to come to the plant

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.
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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.
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.
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.
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.

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.
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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.
Gevo, Inc. announces record renewable natural gas production in May 2024, reaching 402,000 MMBtu.

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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The French government is introducing new regulations to increase biomethane production, with clear targets for 2026-2028.
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).

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.
The 30% increase in biomethane installations in Europe is changing the biofuels landscape, with significant economic impacts.
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.

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.
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 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 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
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.
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 acquires KREL for £195.3 million

Greenvolt Group buys Kent Renewable Energy Limited, increasing its biomass production capacity in England.
Greenvolt Acquiert KREL pour 195,3 Millions de Livres.
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 is planning a new biogas plant in Hörby, with the aim of increasing renewable gas production in Sweden.