Apr 1, 2022
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Biomass News
Apr 1, 2022
Babcock & Wilcox (B&W) has partnered with Kiewit Industrial to deliver Fidelis New Energy’s planned biomass plant and carbon capture project in Louisiana, US.
The net-negative carbon impact biomass plant will be built at the Port of Greater Baton Rouge. At 200 MW, it will be the largest plant of its kind in the world. The facility will use wood chips, wood... [Read More]
Other News
Apr 1, 2022
SEA-LNG, the multi-sector industry coalition established to demonstrate the benefits of LNG (and bio-LNG) as a viable marine fuel, has welcomed the Port of Zeebrugge as a new member.
SEA-LNG said Port of Zeebrugge has ‘pioneered’ the development of LNG bunkering in Europe, with the world’s first purpose-built LNG bunkering vessel – the Engie Zeebrugge (now Green... [Read More]
Policy News
Apr 1, 2022
The UK Government “must be bold” with its Energy Security strategy and remove restrictions from the Green Gas Support Scheme, the Association for Renewable Energy and Clean Technology (REA) said.
The Association has urged the government to make the removal of policy blockages a priority in the upcoming Energy Security Strategy. It said the sector is prepared for... [Read More]
Biogas News
Mar 31, 2022
Veolia and Waga Energy have commissioned France’s largest biomethane production unit using biogas from a non-hazardous waste storage facility.
Based on Waga Energy’s WAGABOX® technology, this fully automated and remotely controlled production unit recovers and treats the biogas from landfill waste to transform it into biomethane. The green gas is then injected... [Read More]
Pellets News
Mar 31, 2022
Active Energy Group (AEG) has agreed to sell its Lumberton, North Carolina site for $4.65 million (€4.1 million).
The biomass-based renewable energy company that developed CoalSwitch clean energy pellets entered into a sale and purchase agreement with Phoenix Investors for the sale of its facility. Phoenix Investors is a US-based commercial real estate firm, the core... [Read More]
Pellets News
Mar 31, 2022
Japan Petroleum Exploration (JAPEX) is working with Maeda Corporation, Yonden Business Co, and Shinko Denso to develop a biomass power project in Japan’s Ehime Prefecture.
JAPEX specialises in hydrocarbon exploration, production, and transportation. The company produces crude oil, natural gas, and LNG reserves globally.
The biomass power plant in Ozu City will... [Read More]
Biogas News
Mar 30, 2022
A new study exploring different pathways for Southern Company Gas to achieve net-zero direct greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions has found incorporating natural gas efficiency technologies and RNG to be the most beneficial in terms of cost and sustainability.
The analysis demonstrates that Southern Company Gas expects to be able to fully support its Atlanta-based parent... [Read More]
Pellets News
Mar 30, 2022
Mitsubishi Power has presented a policy proposal to the Government of Indonesia to promote the adoption of biomass co-firing at the country’s thermal power plants.
The Indonesian Government is currently implementing an energy policy that aims to raise the proportion of renewables in the nation’s energy mix to 23% by 2025, as part of its goal to reach carbon neutrality... [Read More]
Pellets News
Mar 30, 2022
Ontario’s government has launched the province’s first Forest Biomass Action Plan to drive economic growth and ensure the strength of the sector for generations.
The five-year plan promotes economic opportunities for using forest biomass in new, diverse ways, including renewable energy.
The development of the action plan was supported by a diverse working group... [Read More]
Biogas News
Mar 29, 2022
Chesapeake Utilities Corporation has opened a high-capacity CNG truck and tube trailer fuelling station in Georgia, US.
The facility is one of the largest public access CNG stations on the East Coast and will soon offer RNG to customers.
In addition to fleet fuelling, the station will be used as a staging area for Marlin Gas Services to fill CNG transport trailers... [Read More]
Biogas News
Mar 29, 2022
The University of Wisconsin Oshkosh (UWO) will convert food waste into heating for the campus services building.
The project, which will be funded by a $339,000 (€308,000) grant from the Public Service Commission’s (PSC) Energy Innovation Program, will connect the UWO Campus Services Center – home to its document services, facilities offices, postal services,... [Read More]
Policy News
Mar 29, 2022
Sweden’s government has announced a long-term investment plan for biogas production.
The new regulation means those who produce biogas can receive a subsidy of up to 30 ore (€0.02) per kWh if the biogas is upgraded to the same quality as natural gas. Liquefied biogas can receive an additional 15 ore (€0.01) per kWh in support. In the long term, it is hoped this... [Read More]
Biogas News
Mar 29, 2022
Green Impact Partners (GIP) has signed definitive agreements for its partnership in a dairy RNG project in Iowa, US.
The Iowa RNG Project has secured long-term feedstock agreements with two dairies and is expected to generate approximately 800 MMBtu per day of RNG. The project will deliver its RNG into the California Low Carbon Fuel Standard and Renewable Identification... [Read More]
Other News
Mar 28, 2022
Plans for a district energy system in Vancouver, Canada, are gaining pace thanks to collaboration between the City of New Westminster and Metro Vancouver Regional District.
The Sapperton District Energy System will provide affordable, low-carbon energy by recovering heat from the sewer system and channelling it through a network of pipes to provide space and water heating... [Read More]
Biogas News
Mar 28, 2022
Melbourne Water will install a sludge digestion and biogas handling system at the Western Treatment Plant in Werribee, Victoria.
The company announced a major package of works to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions and ensure the continued reliability of Melbourne’s sewer network.
Four projects, known as the WTP Bundle, will improve operations at the site, including... [Read More]
Biogas News
Mar 28, 2022
Pivotal LNG recently completed the delivery of renewable LNG to Harvey Gulf International Marine’s Carbon-Neutral Platform Supply Vessel (PSV).
The tri-vessel fuel operates exclusively on LNG and battery power, with diesel fuel as a backup, making it the first carbon-neutral PSV in the world.
The renewable LNG delivered to the PSV utilises negative carbon-intensity... [Read More]
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