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California’s Imperial Valley to host new bioenergy campus producing SAF
A new bioenergy campus in California's Imperial Valley, called Sugar Valley Energy (SVE), is set to produce up to 61 million gallons of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) annually, according to California Ethanol + Power CEO and President David Rubenstein. The…
Aston University explores novel biofuel conversion from rice straw
Aston University, England researchers are tackling the challenge of converting inedible rice straw into next-generation biofuels, potentially offering a sustainable alternative to conventional fuels.
Xampla raises $7M for its biodegradable Morro brand
UK-based biodegradable materials company Xampla has secured $7 million in funding, bringing its total investment raised so far to $17.6 million. The latest funding round saw backing from existing investors, including Amadeus Capital Partners, Horizon Ventures, Cambridge Angels, Cambridge Enterprise,…
World’s first ethanol-to-jet fuel plant takes flight in Georgia
In a groundbreaking development for the aviation industry, LanzaJet Inc. has opened the world's first plant to produce ethanol-to-jet biofuel. Located in rural Georgia, the $200 million facility received funding from the US government and has investors including Suncor Energy…
France made composting compulsory. What does it mean for the bioeconomy?
From 1 January 2024, the French government made composting mandatory for every individual, household, and business in the country. Estimates say that 82 kilos of compostable waste is thrown away per person each year and the law could significantly boost…
Elo Life Systems secures $20.5M in funding for molecular farming platform
Elo Life Systems, a company revolutionizing the future of food through molecular farming, has secured $20.5 million in a jointly led Series A2 funding round. DCVC Bio and Novo Holdings led the round, with support from Hanwha Next Generation Opportunity…