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Eni to Add Renewable Diesel, SAF Capacity at Sannazzaro Refinery in Italy
Eni has confirmed plans to convert portions of its Sannazzaro de’ Burgondi refinery in Pavia, Italy, to produce renewable diesel and sustainable aviation fuel (SAF). The biorefinery is expected to be operational in 2028.
Eni on Sept. 23 announced has received approval from the Italian Ministry of Environment and Energy Security to convert selected units at the Sannazzaro refinery into a biorefinery. The company said it has now started the authorization process and has filed an application for the environmental impact assessment (VIA).
Greater Peoria Sanitary District Finalizes Agreements with Burnham RNG To Produce RNG
Illinois’ Greater Peoria Sanitary District board of trustees has approved final agreements with Burnham RNG to transform methane gas generated at GPSD’s treatment facilities into renewable natural gas (RNG).
This partnership marks a significant step forward in GPSD’s commitment to sustainability and innovation. By capturing and converting methane—a natural byproduct of the wastewater treatment process—into a clean, renewable fuel source, GPSD is reducing greenhouse gas emissions while generating value for its customers and the broader community.
Verdalia Bioenergy Closes €671M Landmark Corporate Financing to Accelerate Biomethane Portfolio Across Spain and Italy
Verdalia Bioenergy today announced the closing of a landmark €671 million corporate financing, the first and largest of its kind in the European biomethane sector. The transaction will support the company’s investment plan to build and operate a portfolio of projects across Spain and Italy with an aggregate production capacity in excess of 3 TWh per year – equivalent to the annual consumption of nearly one million households. The total capital to be deployed in the portfolio will exceed €1 billion.
Mexico’s Energy Overhaul Reshapes Natural Gas Rules, Allows RNG Injection
Mexico’s government has published secondary legislation for the nation’s oil, natural gas and electricity sector that establishes new rules for governing its energy system.
Waga Energy Commissions Renewable Natural Gas Facility at Iowa Landfill
Waga Energy, a France-based environmental services company that specializes in converting landfill gas-to-renewable natural gas (RNG), commissioned a RNG production facility at the Scott Area Landfill in Davenport, Iowa.
The RNG site will use Waga’s patented Wagabox technology, which is designed to upgrade landfill gas into pipeline compliant RNG injected directly into the MidAmerican Energy pipeline.
Anaergia S.r.l. to Supply Technology Package for Upgrading Società Agricola Zilio’s Anaerobic Digestion Facility in Veneto, Italy
Anaergia Inc. (“Anaergia”, the “Company”, “us”, or “our”) (TSX:ANRG; OTCQX:ANRGF), through its subsidiary, Anaergia S.r.l has entered into a contractual agreement with Società Agricola Zilio to repower its existing anaerobic digestion facility, located in Veneto, Italy, that was built by Anaergia in 2011.
Tesco Drives Emissions Reduction as It Rolls Out 42 Low-Carbon Trucks
British grocer Tesco has announced it has added 42 new IVECO S-Way Natural Gas trucks to its fleet in Livingston, Scotland, to help it reach its goal to be carbon neutral across its own operations by 2035. The trucks will transport food and goods across Scotland, Cumbria, and Northumbria, servicing more than 250 stores. Covering more than 200,000km per year, the trucks will save up to 6,4731 tonnes of CO2e annually.
Aemetis, Inc. Announces E15 Ethanol Blend Approval in California Following Governor Newsom's Signing of Assembly Bill 30
Aemetis, Inc. announced that California Governor Gavin Newsom signed Assembly Bill 30, allowing a 15% ethanol blend (E15) in gasoline, which will expand the market for ethanol in California by 50%. A study suggests this change could save consumers approximately $2.7 billion annually, translating to a savings of about 20 cents per gallon. Aemetis CEO Eric McAfee praised the initiative for promoting lower gasoline costs and aiding environmental goals, while RFA President Geoff Cooper highlighted the benefits of E15 seen in other states, including cleaner air and enhanced engine performance. Aemetis operates a significant ethanol production facility in California and is making further investments to boost clean fuel production and reduce emissions, including a $30 million upgrade expected to significantly lower production costs.
Bioenergy Australia Welcomes Ambitious 2035 Climate Targets
The Albanese Government has announced Australia’s new 2035 climate targets and Net Zero Plan, committing to reduce emissions by 62-70% below 2005 levels. Bioenergy Australia welcomes the targets and Net Zero Plan, both of which showcase the government’s decarbonization priorities and include a focus on expanding clean fuels use - positioning renewable gas, low-carbon liquid fuels, and biomethane as key drivers in the nation’s energy transition. The target is ambitious and achievable - provided strong delivery and sector-wide action match the ambition.
BIOFerm Appoints Massimo De Vincenzi as Chief Executive Officer
BIOFerm, a leading provider of turnkey renewable energy solutions, is pleased to announce the appointment of Massimo De Vincenzi as Chief Executive Officer (CEO), effective September 22, 2025. Current CEO and President Nadeem Afghan will transition to President and Chairman of the Board, where he will oversee the company’s continued growth – including expansion of the operations and maintenance business, targeted acquisitions, and capital deployment.
Massimo brings over 20 years of leadership experience with Fortune 500 corporations in the energy and oil and gas sectors, where he has consistently driven organizational growth, operational excellence, and strategic transformation.
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