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Stay up to date with the latest stories, insights, and announcements.PGN Set to Supply Biomethane for Singapore Data Centres
Indonesian natural gas transportation and distribution company PT Pertamina Gas Negara (PGN) is gearing up to supply biomethane to power data centres planned by NeutraDC Singapore, the Singapore unit of PT Telkom Data Ecosystem.
Lativa Gets First Publicly Available Biomethane Entry Point
In Latvia, Latvia Public Media reports the first publicly available biomethane entry point in Latvia is opened in Džūkste. The Association of Biogas Producers estimates that “green gas” in Latvia is currently produced by eight companies, which mostly have their own gas input points, but the industry is developing and public infrastructure will be relevant in the long term. The operator of the natural gas transmission and storage system “Conexus” points out that the project will promote the integration of green energy into the overall gas system and in the coming years it is planned to create such points elsewhere in Latvia.
EPA's SRE Decision: Bullish for RINs, Limited Returns
US biofuel and feedstock markets were volatile ahead of the Trump administration’s decision on small refinery exemptions (SREs), which allow refiners processing under 75,000 b/d to avoid tens of millions in compliance costs by demonstrating economic hardship related to compliance with the US Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS). Earlier this week, the US EPA announced it has developed a new approach for reviewing small refinery exemptions (SREs) under the RFS. The announcement, filed 19 August. with the US Court of Appeals for the Tenth Circuit, came as part of a lawsuit over EPA’s past denial of Sinclair Wyoming Refining’s request for a 2018 exemption.
Sao Paulo Extends Deadline for Public Consultation on Biomethane Certification
A biomethane certification has been gaining more and more attention in Brazil; therefore, São Paulo seeks to consolidate public policies aimed at energy transition and sustainability.
New York to Grant $7.8Mn for Low-Carbon Fuels
The New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) plans to award up to $7.8mn in grants to speed the deployment of innovative low-carbon fuels in the state.
The funds — which come from New York's quarterly sales of power plant carbon market allowances — are meant to cover some of the cost of one or two pilot projects that aim to turn in-state waste feedstocks into climate-friendly fuels. The goal is to "de-risk scale up" of innovative fuel pathways, NYSERDA said.
RNG Coalition Applauds EPA’s Efforts to Enforce RFS Volume Requirements
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has issued a decision on 175 petitions from 38 refineries seeking small refinery exemptions (SREs) from the Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS) programme’s volume requirements for compliance years 2016–2024.
In its ruling, EPA granted 63 full exemptions, 77 partial exemptions, denied 28 petitions, and deemed seven ineligible.
Hexagon Agility To Supply CNG Fuel Systems for 100 Trucks in Major Mexico Rollout
Hexagon Agility has received an order to deliver compressed natural gas (CNG) fuel systems for 100 heavy-duty trucks to be operated by Trayecto, the largest trucking company in Mexico.
“This is a watershed moment for clean trucking in this region of the world, where fleets have long-awaited access to a viable alternative to diesel for heavy-duty, long-haul applications,” said Eric Bippus, CCO, Hexagon. “We are grateful that our proven fuel systems can be part of a winning combination to bring more affordable and cleaner commercial transportation to Trayecto and many other companies.”
Technology Could Cut Us Landfill Emissions in Half for $1.3B: Energy Vision
Operators of MSW landfills can cut the facilities’ total U.S. methane emissions by nearly half versus a 2023 baseline for $1.3 billion, a report from nonprofit Energy Vision found. The group estimates that the revenue generated from the gas could near $1.9 billion annually, ensuring a return on investment.
40+ California Business Entities Call for Strengthening Cap-and-Trade Program
A diverse group of over 40 business entities — including IKEA U.S, Sierra Nevada Brewing Company, and REI Co-op — as well as several business associations and nonprofit organizations collectively representing nearly 1,000 companies — including Advanced Energy United, CALSTART, Ceres, IETA, and the RNG Coalition — is urging the California legislature to strengthen the state’s Cap-and-Trade Program by extending the program through 2045 by the end of the legislative session on September 12.
Unilever Targets Biomethane to Cut Emissions in Indonesia
Unilever is using biomethane made from palm oil waste to help lower emissions at its facility in Indonesia, becoming the first company to buy the gas for industrial use in the Asian country.
The multinational group has partnered with KIS Group, a leading biogas provider in Asia, to secure biomethane supplies.
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