Regulation
TurtleTree’s precision fermentation lactoferrin becomes first to secure vegan certification
TurtleTree, a biotech pioneer in sustainable nutrition, has announced the official vegan certification of its animal-free sustainable lactoferrin, LF+, by Vegan Action. This milestone makes TurtleTree the first precision fermentation dairy company globally to obtain vegan certification and the first…
EU auditors raise concerns over future of biofuel policy
The European Court of Auditors (ECA) has highlighted critical issues with the European Union's biofuel promotion policy. The report identifies three main concerns; environmental impact, the economic viability and competition and uncertainty.
Growth Energy reveals 100 billion miles driven in the USA on affordable biofuel
Growth Energy, the largest biofuel trade association in the US, has announced that American drivers have surpassed a significant milestone of 100 billion miles driven on affordable and homegrown E15 fuel. The 15% biofuel blend is saving motorists across the…
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…
EPA classifies Micropep’s peptide-based biofungicide as ‘biochemical-like’ active ingredient
Micropep Technologies, a leader in micropeptide technology for agriculture applications has received a significant regulatory milestone from the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). The EPA has classified Micropep's peptide-based biofungicide MPD-01 as a "biochemical-like" active ingredient due to its natural…
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.