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VIDEO: Advances in Biofuel Feedstock Technology
US biodiesel producer the Renewable Energy Group (REG) recently released a slew of YouTube video interviews recapping the recent National Biodiesel Board annual conference and expo. In this video, Alan Weber with MARC-IV Consulting shares insight into current research and technology working to ensure an ample supply of feedstock for the biodiesel industry. Given that … Continue reading
FOLLOW ME ON THESE SPACEMaverick Biofuels is Now Maverick Synfuels
Maverick Biofuels has changed its name to Maverick Synfuels to reflect the company’s growth strategy for producing synthetic fuels and chemicals from low-value feedstocks and waste streams. Maverick builds modular production platforms based on unique combinations of thermochemical and methanol synthesis technology. Maverick’s modular plants can be deployed in oil fields, dairy farms and landfills … Continue reading
FOLLOW ME ON THESE SPACEBorregaard gets bio-based chems R&D grant
Borregaard has received a pledge for a NOK 12.4 million ($2.04m) grant from Innovation Norway to be used over three years in the field of innovation projects based on products from biomass. The funds come from the Government’s package of measures for the forestry industry as well as the biorefinery programme financed by the Ministry … Continue reading
FOLLOW ME ON THESE SPACERSB streamlines activities
The Roundtable on Sustainable Biomaterials (RSB) has optimized its operations by integrating certification and standard development under one roof. The certification activities previously carried out under licence by RSB Services Foundation will now be carried out by the RSB in Geneva, Switzerland as of 1 February 2014. This change will improve the efficiency of communications … Continue reading
FOLLOW ME ON THESE SPACEBioAmber, Vinmar on a 100ktpa bio-BDO plant
Here’s an exciting news from bio-succinic acid producer BioAmber. The company announced yesterday afternoon that it is planning to build a 100,000 ton/year bio-BDO plant somewhere in North America to be commissioned in 2017. The company has signed a take-or-pay contract with Vinmar International to purchase 100% of the bio-BDO produced at the new plant for … Continue reading
FOLLOW ME ON THESE SPACEREG enters industrial biotech with LS9 acquisition
I just finished listening to the conference call of this unexpected news about US biodiesel company, Renewable Energy Group (REG), acquiring LS9 for a purchase price of up to $61.5 million in stock and cash. Perhaps, this news could be the signal of further consolidation within the renewable chemicals industry? REG plans to expand into … Continue reading
FOLLOW ME ON THESE SPACEStudy on compostables in recycling
For years, the waste management industry claims that bioplastics can cause a serious disturbance in the established recycling streams such as PE and PET. In the UK in particular, the British Plastics Federation’s Recycling Group (BPFRG) have been warning the government about the compromising effects of biodegradable bags on the entire waste stream in response … Continue reading
FOLLOW ME ON THESE SPACEApplications open for Industrial Biotechnology Catalyst
Applications are now open for the UK-based Industrial Biotechnology Catalyst supported by BBSRC, the Technology Strategy Board (TSB) and the Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC). The first IB Catalyst call will fund support for major integrated research and development projects involving collaborations between the academic and business communities. The IB Catalyst will allocate … Continue reading
FOLLOW ME ON THESE SPACEGlobal Bioenergies Partners with Audi
France-based Global Bioenergies has signed a collaboration deal with the German car-manufacturer Audi on the development of isobutene-derived isooctane, a high performance biofuel for gasoline engines. As a 100% drop-in fuel, the isobutene-derived isooctane can reportedly be used in any blending ratio with all standard fuels for gasoline motors. It does not present the drawbacks … Continue reading
FOLLOW ME ON THESE SPACEYulex opens guayule seed & genetics center
I’m on a tight deadline the next two weeks but will post press releases that will come my way. This one from guayule producer Yulex Corporation, which announced the opening of a Seed & Genetics Center (I’m guessing it is at its headquarters in Phoenix, Arizona) that will focused on plant breeding, molecular genetics and … Continue reading
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