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RYAM has begun producing bioethanol from Landes pine and plans to produce aviation fuel

RYAM, an American company specializing in wood chemistry, launched the production of second-generation cellulosic bioethanol at its Tartas site in the Landes region in April 2024.

UPM's Sustainable Vision: Leading the Charge Towards Renewable Biochemicals and Green Innovation

In the realm of sustainable solutions, UPM emerges as a frontrunner, investing strategically in the biochemical industry. This move isn't just about business; it's a testament to their commitment to a future less reliant on fossil fuels.

Now the jointly owned biorefinery for biofuel has opened

The jointly owned biorefinery, owned by SCA and St1, is now inaugurated. When fully operational in Gothenburg, the refinery will contribute an annual production of around 200,000 tons of renewable fuel.

UPM establishes sustainable wood delivery option for its Leuna biorefinery, partnering with DB Cargo

UPM Biochemicals announced another important milestone in the development of the world’s first biorefinery in Leuna, Germany.

RYAM and VERSO ENERGY Execute Memorandum of Understanding to Explore eSAF

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. & PARIS - Rayonier Advanced Materials Inc. (NYSE:RYAM) and VERSO ENERGY have entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to explore e-fuels and specifically e-SAF or Sustainable Aviation Fuel from renewable resources.

Kemijarvi Biorefinery and the Norwegian Circa to cooperate

The Norwegian Circa Group AS, Vataset Industries Ltd. and the Kemijarvi Biorefinery Ltd. have signed a memorandum of understanding for cooperation in the Kemijarvi Biopark.

UBC's Bioproducts Institute and Apple Join Forces to Shape the Future of Sustainable Materials

In a groundbreaking collaboration, the University of British Columbia's Bioproducts Institute (BPI) has partnered with tech giant Apple to produce a comprehensive white paper on the future of sustainable materials.

Suzano and Behn Meyer announce partnership for production of sustainable rubber

The two companies will exhibit together at DKT 2024 in Nürnberg from 1-4 July 2024

NeoLigno® by Stora Enso: A renewable binder for the construction industry

The construction industry is under increasing pressure to adopt sustainable practices. Stora Enso, a leading renewable materials company, is making a significant contribution with NeoLigno®, a bio-based binder for insulation materials.

Cellulose nanocrystals to restore and preserve works of art

Cellulose nanocrystals have several useful properties, including high mechanical strength and purity, high crystallinity, biodegradability, and compatibility with a wide range of materials and matrices.

Mercer Rosenthal Pioneers Lignin Valorization with Pilot Lignin Center

Mercer Rosenthal has made a significant investment in lignin technology, with the commissioning of the LignoBoost XS pilot plant in August 2023 in Rosenthal, Germany.

Suzano Ventures invests up to US$5 million into Bioform Technologies to further develop bio-based plastic alternatives

Suzano Ventures, the corporate venture capital arm of Suzano, the world’s largest market pulp producer, has made a strategic investment into the Canadian materials science startup, Bioform Technologies.

The Québec Government Invests $1.15 million to Support Projects for the Conversion of Forest Biomass into Energy

Quebec City, May 24, 2024 – The Quebec government has announced a three-year, $1.15 million grant to the Consortium de recherche et innovations en bioprocédés industriels au Québec (CRIBIQ) to promote innovation and pre-commercialization in the supply and conditioning of forest biomass for bioenergy production.

B.C. Forests Feel the Burn: Japan's Biomass Demand Raises Sustainability Concerns

British Columbia's once plentiful forests are facing a new threat: the booming biomass industry in Japan.

Origin Materials Converts Wood Residue Feedstock into Sustainable Intermediates at Commercial-Scale Plant

Feedstock milestone demonstrates versatility and scalability of biomass conversion technology

Enviva Announces Comprehensive Agreements to Delever Balance Sheet and Strengthen Financial Position

Restructuring Plan Expected to Reduce Debt by Approximately $1.0 Billion, Improve Profitability, and Better Position the Business for Long-Term Success

CHAR Tech Awarded $5 Million from Government of Canada

THOROLD, ONTARIO, March 8, 2024 - CHAR Technologies (“CHAR Tech” or the “Company”) (TSXV:YES), a leader in sustainable energy solutions, is pleased to announce a contribution of approximately $5.2 million from the Government of Canada’s Natural Resources Canada Clean Fuels Fund.

Exploring Solutions: Golden State Natural Resources' Wood Pellet Initiative in California's Forests

Golden State Natural Resources (GSNR) is embarking on a wood pellet project aimed at enhancing California's forest resilience by converting surplus biomass into pelletized fuel.

Major Players Unite to Push for Sustainable Aviation Fuels

The aviation industry is taking a big step towards a greener future with the formation of the Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) Coalition.

Södra’s liquid biofuel venture enters a new phase

In agreement with Statkraft, Södra has decided to sell its share in Silva Green Fuel. Biorefineries play a key role in Södra’s strategy and the aim is to implement a future commercialisation in Götaland.

Arctic Paper invests SEK 285 million in bioenergy in Grycksbo

Arctic Paper has decided to invest SEK 285 million in the expansion and upgrade of the biofuel installation at the mill in Grycksbo.

SunGas Renewables Chooses Rapides Parish for Proposed $1.8 Billion Clean Fuel Facility

Low-carbon methanol production project would result in nearly 500 new Central Region jobs

The forest solution for increased ambitions for fossil-free aviation fuel

Political pressure for fossil-free fuel for European aviation is intensifying. This offers a considerable opportunity to SCA’s Renewable Energy business area – and a considerable challenge.