Regulation
PGNiG agrees to develop Poland’s biogas sector
Polish state-controlled oil and gas company, Polskie Górnictwo Naftowe i Gazownictwo (PGNiG), signed an agreement this Tuesday (Nov 23) that will further encourage the development of the biogas and biomethane sectors in the nation. Dozens of PGNiG representatives participated in…
Australia unveils Bioenergy Roadmap
Minister for Energy and Emissions Reduction Angus Taylor unveiled Australia’s Bioenergy Roadmap. It’s the first of its kind in Australia and a record commitment from the Australian Government to bioenergy. Reference: https://www.bioenergy-news.com/news/australia-unveils-bioenergy-roadmap/
Construction of Norfolk biogas plant halted by council
The construction work of an anaerobic digester of a biogas plant in Bressingham, Norfolk, UK has been halted after the local council raised concerns and complaints doubting the legality of the development. Read the rest of the story. Reference: https://www.bioenergy-news.com/news/construction-of-norfolk-biogas-plant-halted-by-council/
Japan Sets Up Plant-Based Labelling System To Promote the Industry
Japan is establishing plant-based labelling rules in order to remove obstacles for the country’s vegan food industry. At a press conference, government minister Taro Kono described the lack of guidelines as a “shackle” for the industry’s development, and also alluded…
Commentary: Carbon Footprint Measurement and Challenges: A Case Study
Sustainable Brands published a case study on the challenges of measuring GHG emissions, with the support of Cunningham, an international design firm with years focusing on sustainable design. Reference： https://sustainablebrands.com/read/defining-the-next-economy/carbon-footprint-measurement-and-challenges-a-case-study
EU Legalises Edible Locusts
The EU commission has authorised the sale of migratory locusts (Locusta migratoria) for human consumption. Businesses in member states can now sell frozen, dried, and powder forms of the species anywhere in the European Union. The authorisation was announced on…