Regulation
World Biogas Association and Global Methane Hub partner to drive biogas growth
The World Biogas Association (WBA) has announced a partnership with the Global Methane Hub (GMH) to develop two key initiatives aimed at accelerating the adoption of biogas technologies such as anaerobic digestion.
Irish Bioenergy welcomes inclusion of biochar & BECCS in climate plan
The Irish Bioenergy Association (IrBEA) has welcomed the recognition of biochar and bioenergy carbon capture and storage (BECCS) as carbon removal measures in the draft Climate Action Plan published by the Irish government. The 2024 plan aligns carbon budgets to…
IEA’s latest Renewables report includes biogas for the first time
In a first for the IEA's renewable energy market report series, a special section has been dedicated to biogas. The report, Renewables 2023: Analysis and forecasts to 2028, noted that policy support for biogas has surged strongly in the last…
EU ministers agree on packaging and packaging waste regulation
The European Union's (EU) Environment Ministers have agreed on a proposed regulation aimed at tackling the rise in packaging waste generated within the bloc. The regulation seeks to harmonize the internal market for packaging, promote a circular economy, and ensure…
GreenLight Biosciences secures EPA registration for its bioinsecticide
GreenLight Biosciences has received approval from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and several states for its bioinsecticide, Calantha, which targets the Colorado potato beetle.
Samyang Innochem secures ISCC Plus Certification for sustainable biomaterial Isosorbide
Samyang Innochem, a chemical subsidiary of Samyang Group, has acquired international eco-friendly certification for its white bio material, Isosorbide, as part of its global market expansion strategy.