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Stay up to date with the latest stories, insights, and announcements.Brazil Aims for Biofuel Expansion with US$21 Billion Investment by 2035
A new comprehensive analysis projects a surge in Brazilian biofuel production, estimating that approximately US$21 billion of investment will be required by 2035 to support the expansion. This is reported by the official website of Brazil's Ministry of Mines and Energy.
The report also highlights the considerable opportunity for bioelectricity generation in Brazil, leveraging its plentiful agricultural residues to produce clean power. Additionally, the analysis points to the promising potential for biomethane production, derived from agricultural and other waste streams, which could contribute to the nation’s gas supply and further reduce reliance on fossil fuels.
Landfill Methane Capture Offers Stability Amid Policy Shifts
US renewable energy is taking gigantic policy hits these days, but competitive renewables projects can still survive and even thrive in the changed policy landscape.
For example, EPA moved to suspend a Biden-era requirement for oil and gas operations to plug methane leaks, but meanwhile, nine states are working on policies to require capturing and using more methane from landfills, including a draft Colorado rule on which hearings were held in late August. Capturing more landfill methane has the potential to cut US emissions and boost renewables significantly, even as other forms of GHG reduction and clean energy get rolled back.
Generate Upcycle Outputs 490K Gigajoules of Renewable Natural Gas
Generate Upcycle this week released its 2025 Impact Report highlighting work in the communities it serves and the global impact the company is making by recycling organic waste into renewable energy and fertilizer.
UK Shifts From Fossil Gas to Green Domestic Methane – Three Maids Plant Marks New Energy Era
Acorn Bioenergy, a company of the Qualitas Energy Group, has officially commissioned its first biomethane plant in Three Maids Hill, Winchester. The facility produces over 120 GWh of biomethane annually, covering the heating needs of more than 9,000 households – providing a direct alternative to fossil natural gas.
The UK government is promoting biomethane as a replacement for fossil gas, supporting its expansion through schemes such as the Green Gas Support Scheme (GGSS) and the Renewable Gas Guarantees of Origin (RGGOs). Qualitas Energy is investing in this market and has now launched its first biomethane plant in the UK.
Clean Energy Appoints Two New Board Members From TotalEnergies
Clean Energy Fuels Corp. (NASDAQ: CLNE) today announced the appointment of Marc de Guilhem de Lataillade and Aimeric Ramadier to its Board of Directors effective immediately. Both executives represent TotalEnergies and will replace outgoing directors, Karine Boissy-Rousseau and Mathieu Soulas, who have served on Clean Energy’s board since 2021 and 2023 respectively.
Ireland’s Largest Biomethane Plant in Mayo
Construction is officially underway by Neiphin Energy of Ireland’s largest agri based biomethane plant, the first commercial scale plant of its kind in the country. The plant is located near Ballinrobe.
Hapag-Lloyd and Shell Partner for Long-Term Liquefied Biomethane Supply
Hapag-Lloyd and Shell have signed a multi-year deal to use liquefied biomethane as a fuel source for Hapag-Lloyd's vessels. The deal aims to reduce greenhouse gas emissions from shipping and promote the use of renewable energy sources. Liquefied biomethane is a sustainable alternative to traditional fossil fuels that can be produced from organic waste. The partnership is a significant step towards decarbonizing the shipping industry and aligning with global efforts to reduce emissions.
Hapag-Lloyd and Shell have signed a multi-year agreement to utilize liquefied biomethane as a fuel source for Hapag-Lloyd's vessels. This strategic partnership aims to significantly reduce greenhouse gas emissions from the shipping industry and promote the use of renewable energy sources. Liquefied biomethane, produced from organic waste, is a sustainable alternative to traditional fossil fuels.
Hexagon Agility Launches Pioneer Clean Fleet Solutions for Low-Carbon Truck Leasing
Hexagon Agility has partnered with Clean Energy Fuels Corp. and Cummins Inc. to launch Pioneer Clean Fleet Solutions, the first company dedicated to leasing low-carbon heavy-duty commercial vehicles in North America. This initiative aims to simplify the transition to natural gas by offering comprehensive leasing packages, thereby promoting the adoption of natural gas trucks as a sustainable alternative to diesel. Pioneer CFS will operate independently, leveraging Hexagon Agility’s expertise and network to provide fuel systems, mobile refueling, and aftermarket solutions, with early deployments expected soon.
UC Riverside Study Forecasts Most Heavy-Duty Nitrogen Oxides (NOx) Emissions Reductions Will Come from Improved Internal Combustion Engines, Regardless of EV Adoption
A May 2025 study published by a team of researchers from University of California, Riverside (UCR) shows outsized emissions reduction effects of replacing older heavy-duty diesel engines with new diesel or natural gas models, regardless of EV adoption. The study, “The impacts of improving heavy-duty internal combustion engine technology on reducing NOx emissions inventories going into the future,” is California-specific in terms of projected fleet composition and toxic nitrogen oxides (NOx) emissions through 2050, but the implications are valid nationwide.
BerQ RNG Divests Two Landfill-RNG Development Projects in Kentucky and New York
BerQ RNG ("BerQ"), a leading developer of renewable natural gas (RNG) projects, announced it has completed the sale of two landfill-gas-to-RNG projects. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed. The first project located at the West Daviess County Landfill in Owensboro, Kentucky is near completion and will be fully operational before the end of the year. The second project located at the Oneida-Herkimer Regional Landfill in Boonville, New York is currently in development. Together, these projects will capture and refine landfill gas into pipeline-quality RNG, significantly reducing methane emissions and contributing to decarbonization in the transportation and energy sectors.
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