Regulation
Mexico advances biofuel regulations and permits
The Mexican Ministry of Energy (Sener) is actively advancing its strategy to regulate and promote biofuel production nationwide. This aligns with President Claudia Sheinbaum’s vision for a sustainable energy future and a cleaner, more diversified energy mix. Between October 2024…
New LCA studies highlight sustainability of Braskem’s I’m green™ bio-polymers
Braskem, a global leader and pioneer in bio-polymer production, announced the release of updated Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) studies for its I’m green™ product line. The studies cover HDPE, EVA, and PE WAX, reaffirming Braskem’s dedication to transparency and environmental…
Calgon Carbon publishes peer-reviewed study on PFAS destruction
Calgon Carbon Corporation, a subsidiary of Kuraray Co., Ltd., announced the publication of its second peer-reviewed white paper on PFAS-laden spent carbon reactivation. The study is titled "Destruction of PFAS During Thermal Reactivation of Granular Activated Carbon Used in Potable…
Surviving the Valley of Death: a guide for bio-startups
The early years are the most dangerous for a startup. Known colloquially as the ‘Valley of Death’, this is when great ideas can falter on regulatory issues, lack of funding, or a lack of expertise.
Agreena’s Verified Carbon Credits enable immediate climate impact at scale
Agreena, a leader in regenerative agriculture, has achieved verification of its AgreenaCarbon Project under Verra’s Verified Carbon Standard (VCS) Program. This milestone makes it the first large-scale arable land project to do so. The project is now issuing 2.3 million…
EPA to let Wyoming manage coal ash disposal
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) approved Wyoming’s coal combustion residuals (CCR) program application. This lets Wyoming manage coal residuals disposal in surface impoundments and landfills instead of the federal government. “Today's approval of Wyoming's CCR program is a win…