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World’s first coffee biorefinery opens in Denmark
Kaffe Bueno has marked a significant milestone in sustainable innovation with the inauguration of the world’s first coffee biorefinery in Rødovre, Denmark. This pivotal moment signifies a major step in the company’s journey towards unlocking the latent potential of coffee.
Provectus Algae begins methane-reduction with biomanufacturing plant
Provectus Algae has commissioned its first 30,000 L demonstration plant to scale up Asparagopsis feed additives, marking a significant milestone for the company. Provectus Algae specializes in biomanufacturing using a carbon-capturing algae platform that can produce a variety of photosynthetic…
Braskem and Oxiteno sign a partnership to supply bio-attributed ethylene
Committed to supporting the circular economy and fighting climate change, Brazilian petrochemical companies Braskem and Indorama Ventures IOD - Oxiteno announce a partnership to supply bio-attributed ethylene from renewable sources.
Indonesian airline flies on palm oil biofuel
Indonesia completed its inaugural commercial flight using palm oil-blended jet fuel. The Garuda Indonesia Boeing 737-800NG travelled from Jakarta to Surakarta, covering a distance of roughly 550 km (342 mi).
Lummus acquires acrylic acid tech from Air Liquide
Lummus Technology, a global provider of process technologies and energy solutions, has agreed with Air Liquide Engineering & Construction to acquire licensing and marketing rights for ester grade acrylic acid technology and light and heavy acrylates process technology. This strategic…
In Italy, a bio-waste plant proves a regenerative bioeconomy is possible
Biobased goods will be an essential part of industrial decarbonisation. Yet there is growing awareness that even renewable feedstock can undermine environmental goals when sourcing is not carefully managed.