Regulation
Biogas And Biomethane Supply Chains Can Leak Twice As Much Methane
Many countries are replacing heavily carbon-emitting sources of energy, like natural gas, coal and oil, with biomethane and biogas, which are produced from the breakdown of organic matter and release less of both CO2 and methane, making them greener energy…
FDA Reconsiders BPA
The FDA has reportedly agreed to reconsider the safety of bisphenol A (BPA) in polycarbonate, metal can coatings, and other food-contacting materials. This is a response to a petition filed by a coalition of healthcare professionals, scientists, and public health…
EU To Place Restrictions On Thousands Of Toxic Chemicals
The food packaging, cosmetics, toys and construction industries are still using thousands of potentially harmful chemicals. Now, according to a new action plan revealed by the European Commission on Monday 25 April, these could face restrictions soon.
Why Europe also needs to count on sustainable bioenergy: IEA Bioenergy
Paul Bennett, chair of the executive committee of IEA Bioenergy talks about the advantages of contributing to bioenergy.
Netherlands ends subsidies for woody bio-based raw materials
The Dutch Government has made the decision to stop new subsidies for woody bio-based raw materials for low-grade heat, effective immediately.
Microplastics Found in Human Tissues
In 2017, the world produced over 300 million tons of plastic. The material only breaks down into microplastics, pieces so small—less than 5 millimeters in size—that they can be transported by air, present in the ocean floor, or end up…