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MAJOR STORIES


GATES TO SUCCESS: STAGE GRATE ENGINEERING FOR BIOENERGY PROJECTS

January 7, 2024 | Jim Lane

By Dean Weber, Lee Enterprise Consulting Special to The Digest The status of the
bioenergy industry can change rapidly due to numerous factors, including
technological advancements, policy changes, and market dynamics. These all
create risks for investors and stakeholders. While rapid deployment of
investments is critical to beat the competition, we still need to allocate […]

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KRAFTSTOCK, FEEDSTOCK, COMSTOCK: THE UNLEASHING OF KRAFT LIGNIN AS AN ABUNDANT,
AFFORDABLE FEEDSTOCK FOR DROP-IN RENEWABLE FUELS

January 2, 2024 | Jim Lane

Nine days ago, in the story “Molecules for Christmas,” Dr. Brian Westlake opined
that “the answers to all your questions are in the forest” and further evidence
of his prescience arrives this week from Virginia City, Nevada, where Comstock
Fuels unveiled a remarkable partnership, investment and pathway to drop-in
renewable fuels focused in this announce […]

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ELEVATING THE EU’S SUSTAINABLE ENERGY LANDSCAPE: A FOCUS ON LOW-CARBON ETHANOL
AND INNOVATIVE SOLUTIONS

January 1, 2024 | Jim Lane

By Mr. Amol Sheth, Assistant Vice President – Business Development, Advanced
Biofuels and Chemicals (Global Market), Praj Industries Special to The Digest
The European Union is leading the way in sustainable energy solutions through
structured policy initiatives to achieve its Net Zero goals by 2050 under the
ambitious European Green Deal. The Net-Zero Industry Act, […]

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THE 50 HOTTEST COMPANIES IN THE BIOECONOMY 2024, NOMINATIONS OPEN

December 29, 2023 | Jim Lane

In Florida, The Digest announced the official opening of nominations for the 50
Hottest Companies in the Bioeconomy for 2024. Nominations can be made here.
Voting Rules Voting will be open to all registered subscribers of The Digest and
invited selectors. This year, votes will be weighted as follows: 50 percent
based on votes received […]

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BOLD ACTIONS TO ACCELERATE THE BIOECONOMY – RESULTS FROM THE DELHI MEET-UP OF
THE BOLD GOALS ACTION GROUP

December 25, 2023 | Jim Lane

In India,  a coalition of the willing called the Bold Goals Action Group refined
and amended a series of 47 Bold Actions that must be taken by industry and
government in order to achieve the global timelines for Net Zero economies that
address climate change and the need for resilient national economies. The group
was […]

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8-SLIDE GUIDES


THE DIGEST’S 2024 MULTI-SLIDE GUIDE TO THE CORN CHALLENGE IV WINNERS

January 7, 2024 | Jim Lane

Founded in 1957, the National Corn Growers Association represents more than
40,000 dues-paying corn farmers nationwide and the interests of more than
300,000 growers. The goal of the NCGA’s Corn Challenge IV is to turn surplus
corn into biobased chemicals. To date $450,000 in prize money has been awarded
to 15 winners across three previous […]

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THE DIGEST’S 2023 MULTI-SLIDE GUIDE TO GREEN HYDROGEN AND H2 ENERGY GROUP

January 4, 2024 | Jim Lane

H2 Energy Group’s first major project in collaboration with Redding Rancheria is
building a Green Hydrogen Corridor along I-5, aiming for a production cost of
$1.50 using biomass as a source. H2EG CEO Jim McGinley presented these slides at
ABLC Next 2023 on the company’s progress and prospects.

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THE DIGEST’S 2023 MULTI-SLIDE GUIDE TO SAF, THE ICF PERSPECTIVE

January 3, 2024 | Jim Lane

Mike McCurdy, Managing Director of Fuels & Power at ICF presented these slides
at ABLC Next on how sustainable aviation fuels are taking off in the near term
with the latest projected figures for the 2020s, expected openings of additional
refinery capacity, how the SAF market has changed, where it’s going, and more.

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THE DIGEST’S 2024 MULTI-SLIDE GUIDE TO SIXRING

January 2, 2024 | Jim Kendrick

SixRing, a chemical technology company, uses patented modified acids to produce
high purity cellulose, biogenic acetic acid, and low viscosity biocrude from
lignocellulosic biomass at ambient pressure and temperature.  Not a typical
start-up, SixRing’s product development plan is to “shine lights down these high
value pathways so that our licensees can generate the most value […]

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THE DIGEST’S 2024 MULTI-SLIDE GUIDE TO COMSTOCK FUELS

January 2, 2024 | Jim Lane

Comstock Fuels highlights that its “ breakthrough cellulosic technology enables
fuel producers to lead in fuel production efficiency and output while
contributing to net zero mobility. Our proprietary cellulosic fuel technology
converts woody biomass into C6 sugar and Bioleum, a unique blend of
hydrocarbons.” Comstock Fuels COO Billy McCarthy presented these slides at ABLC
NEXT […]

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THE LATEST WORLD NEWS


U.S. DOE LOAN PROGRAMS OFFICE TAPS $1.63B TEXAS RENEWABLE FUELS LOAN FOR LOAN
GUARANTEE PART II APP

January 7, 2024 | Jim Lane

In Arizona, USA BioEnergy’s signature project, Texas Renewable Fuels, has been
invited by the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Loan Programs Office (LPO) to
submit a Part II application for a proposed $1.63 billion loan guarantee under
the Title XVII Innovative Clean Energy Loan Guarantee Program. The Part II
Application is part of the LPO’s […]

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ONLY 10 SITES WORLDWIDE HAVE METHANOL BUNKERING FACILITIES, RESEARCH FINDS

January 7, 2024 | Juan Pedro Tomas

In Singapore, Splash 247.com reported that a new research from Clarksons
Research shows there are only 10 sites worldwide offering methanol bunkering,
with another 11 under development.  By contrast, there are 188 sites offering
LNG as a ship fuel today with another 82 under development.  “2023 was a hugely
significant year in the shipping industries […]

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SCIENTISTS DISCOVER WAY TO TURN WASTEWATER FROM THE WHISKY INDUSTRY INTO GREEN
FUEL

January 7, 2024 | Juan Pedro Tomas

In the UK, Daily Mail reported that researchers from Heriot-Watt University have
discovered a technique to convert wastewater from distilleries into green
hydrogen. Sudhagar Pitchaimuthu, who led the study, said: “To help protect the
planet, we need to reduce our use of fresh water and other natural resources.”
“It takes nine kilograms of water to […]

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INDIA STATE FUEL RETAILERS HIKE MAIZE ETHANOL PURCHASE PRICE 

January 7, 2024 | Juan Pedro Tomas

In India, Reuters reported that Indian state fuel retailers have raised the
purchase price of ethanol made from maize $0.8635 per liter to encourage its
production for blending with gasoline. According to the report, India is
promoting the use of maize as an alternative to sugar to boost ethanol
production and ensure sufficient supply of […]

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HERAEUS PRECIOUS METALS LAUNCHES NEW BUSINESS COMMITTED TO HYDROGEN

January 7, 2024 | Juan Pedro Tomas

In the UK, H2 View reported that Heraeus Precious Metals has established a new
dedicated Business Line Hydrogen Systems, designed to support the hydrogen
economy. Effective from January 1, 2024, Hydrogen Systems will provide a
comprehensive range of precious metal-based products for electrolyzers and fuel
cells, along with “state-of-the-art” electrocatalyst solutions for next
generation applications. […]

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R&D NEWS


CHINESE SCIENTISTS DEVELOP NEW BIODIESEL FUEL PRODUCTION TECH

January 7, 2024 | Juan Pedro Tomas

In China, Macau Business reported that Chinese scientists have developed new
technology allowing the manufacture of biodiesel fuel with higher biomass
content, which could reach over 40% compared with the global average content of
less than 10% Shen Jian, a professor at Nanjing Normal University’s School of
Chemistry and Materials Science, and his team improved […]

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STUDY FINDS LOW-CARBON BIO-ALCOHOLS AND BIO-KETONES HAVE HIGH POTENTIAL FOR
VEHICULAR EMISSIONS ABATEMENT

January 4, 2024 | Juan Pedro Tomas

In the UK, Green Car Congress reported that a study by a team from the
University of Birmingham found that low-carbon bio-alcohols and bio-ketones in
advanced clean propulsion systems demonstrate a high potential for strategies
for vehicular emissions abatement, such as their utilization in hybrid vehicles.
In the short term, the researchers conclude, this will […]

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DSU RESEARCHERS GET $300,000 GRANT FOR MICROALGAE RESEARCH

January 3, 2024 | Juan Pedro Tomas

In North Dakota, Biodiesel Magazine reported that the USDA recently awarded two
Delaware State University researchers a three-year just under $300,000 grant for
a project that could leverage the properties of microalgae toward energy and
cancer treatment purposes. The research is being led by Ali Parsaeimehr,
Principal Investigator (PI) and DSU Postdoctoral Researcher, and Gulnihal […]

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NEW RESEARCH ILLUMINATES MORE EFFICIENT PHOSPHORUS-CONSUMING ALGAE FOR
WASTEWATER TREATMENT

January 2, 2024 | Juan Pedro Tomas

In North Dakota, Biomass Magazine reported that a research supported by the U.S.
Department of Energy Bioenergy Technologies Office (BETO), a team of scientists
from the National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL), Gross-Wen Technologies,
and the Metropolitan Water Reclamation District of Greater Chicago examined the
unique properties of phosphorus uptake in the algal strains living in […]

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LYONDELLBASELL, PIGEON USE BIOBASED PLASTIC FOR NURSING BOTTLES

January 1, 2024 | Juan Pedro Tomas

In the UK, Package Gateway reported that LyondellBasell and Pigeon Singapore
have partnered to advance sustainable research and development efforts in baby
nursing bottles. The report noted that the partnership aims to transition away
from using 100% virgin polypropylene resins in the production of Pigeon nursing
bottles. Pigeon is introducing a renewed series of nursing […]

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POLICY & POLICYMAKERS


IRAQ TO AWARD WASTE-TO-ENERGY PROJECTS IN Q1 2024

January 7, 2024 | Juan Pedro Tomas

In the United Arab Emirates (UAE), Zawya reported that Iraq intends to award
waste-to-energy projects in the capital Baghdad in the first quarter of 2024.
According to the report, the cabinet has approved the projects which will be
awarded to global companies with relevant experience, said Mohammed Al-Rabei, a
spokesman for Baghdad Municipality. “Serious discussions […]

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JAPAN TO GIVE UKRAINE BIOFUEL TECHNOLOGY TO SUPPORT RECONSTRUCTION

January 4, 2024 | Juan Pedro Tomas

In Japan, Kyodo News reported that Japan plans to provide Ukraine with biofuel
manufacturing technology to support reconstruction efforts. According to the
report, the Japanese government expects the biofuel technology to create a new
industry in Ukraine, an agricultural nation abundant in resources that can be
used as fuel. It is expected that Japanese firms […]

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BP GETS APPROVAL FROM EPA FOR RENEWABLE DIESEL PRODUCTION IN KWINANA

January 3, 2024 | Juan Pedro Tomas

In India, BNN Breaking reported that global oil firm BP has recently received a
favorable recommendation from the Environmental Protection Authority (EPA) for
its innovative plan to repurpose its former oil refinery in Kwinana, Australia.
The project underscores the company’s commitment to producing renewable diesel
using vegetable oils and animal fats, according to the report.

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BALOCHISTAN GOVERNMENT TO ESTABLISH SOLID WASTE ENERGY PLANT IN QUETTA

January 2, 2024 | Juan Pedro Tomas

In Pakistan, Pakistan Observer reported that the Balochistan government was
making efforts to establish a solid waste energy plant on a public-private
partnership basis in the provincial capital to generate electricity and bio-gas
from domestic waste. The Secretary of Local Government, Administrator of Quetta
Metropolitan Corporation and District administration have been working to
establish a […]

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SOUTH KOREA TO PRODUCE BIOGAS FROM ORGANIC WASTE RESOURCES

January 1, 2024 | Juan Pedro Tomas

In Korea, the Korea Herald reported that the Ministry of Environment said it
will require industries that are heavy producers of organic waste resources to
transition to the production of biogas starting December 31, 2023. According to
the Environment Ministry’s biogas law, public and private industries that
generate organic waste such as livestock manure and […]

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OTHER RECENT ARTICLES


BRAZIL REACHES 22 CEREAL ETHANOL PLANTS

January 7, 2024 | Juan Pedro Tomas

In Brazil, Globo Rural reported that Brazil has reached the mark of 22 plants
producing cereal ethanol, according to a survey by the National Corn Ethanol
Union (Unem). The number was reached this week with the start of operations at a
Neomille unit, in Maracaju, controlled by local firm Cerradinho Bioenergia.
Currently, corn and cereal […]

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METRO VANCOUVER DIESEL BUSES TRANSITIONING TO RENEWABLE DIESEL

January 7, 2024 | Juan Pedro Tomas

In the UK, Green Car Congress reported that Vancounver’s TransLink is
introducing renewable diesel into its bus fleet as a cleaner fuel option, in
order to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions.  With this change, TransLink
will be reducing total greenhouse gas emissions by 6,550 tons or 5% of
TransLink’s total emissions—the equivalent of removing 1,900 […]

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NEW RESEARCH COULD MAKE TURNING WASTE COOKING OIL INTO BIOFUEL EASIER AND
QUICKER

January 7, 2024 | Juan Pedro Tomas

In the UK, De Montfort University Leicester (DMU) reported that a group of its
researchers have pioneered a new manufacturing process which could make the
creation of biofuel from waste cooking oil faster and more efficient. Professor
Katherine Huddersman, Dr Rawaz Ahmed, Saana Rashid, and Ketan Ruperalia, all
based in a team of experts from […]

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BUNKER ONE AND COLOR LINE COLLABORATE ON FUEL SWITCH TO BIOFUEL

January 4, 2024 | Juan Pedro Tomas

In Denmark, Bunker Line reported that Color Line’s two passenger ferries
connecting Denmark and Norway have been running on B100 biofuel for one month,
with Bunker One leading supply and logistics. With this switch to biofuel, Color
Line’s two passenger ferries have reduced CO2 emissions by approximately 85% on
average on the biofuel quantities used, […]

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WASTE-TO-ENERGY PLANTS TO BE INSTALLED IN MUMBAI’S 5 CIVIC-RUN HOSPITALS TO
TREAT ORGANIC WASTE

January 4, 2024 | Juan Pedro Tomas

In India, The Indian Express reported that the Brihanmumbai Municipal
Corporation (BMC) is working towards setting up five mini waste-to-energy plants
in each of the major civic-run hospitals of Mumbai. The plants will serve as
bio-methanation plants that will segregate as well as treat and recycle close to
2,000 kilograms of wet garbage generated within […]

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IRELAND’S LAST PEAT-FUELLED POWER PLANT SWITCHES TO 100% BIOMASS

January 4, 2024 | Juan Pedro Tomas

In the UK, Bioenergy Insight reported that Bord na Móna’s Edenderry power plant
in Ireland moved from peat-fired electricity to biomass last week. According to
the report, the plant is the last of Ireland’s peat-fuelled plants to adopt an
alternative fuel source. “Five years ago, Bord na Móna set out on our ambitious
‘brown to […]

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