China set to triple its ethanol production capacity
China is set to more than triple its ethanol production capacity by 2020, a government researcher said, with demand for the commodity expected to surge as the country shifts toward cleaner fuels.
EIB invests EUR 40 million for EV charging
The European Investment Bank has agreed to provide EUR 40 million as quasi equity in growth financing to Allego Holding, a Dutch operator of charging stations for electric vehicles.
Neste invest in renewable products in Singapore
Neste Corporation has made the final investment decision on additional renewable products production capacity in Singapore.
Changes in marine fuel sulfur limits will affect global oil markets
International regulations limiting sulfur in fuels for ocean-going vessels, set to take effect in January 2020, have implications for vessel operators, refiners, and markets.
Ultra-Schnellladetechnologie für die Elektrofahrzeuge der Zukunft
Im bayerischen Jettingen-Scheppach wurde der Prototyp einer Ladestation mit einer Leistung von bis zu 450 kW eingeweiht.
A Report on the State of the Low Carbon Bioeconomy
A landmark new multi-country report states that the world’s greenhouse gas reduction goals cannot be met without greater use of biofuels.
klimaaktiv Biogaskongress 2018
Der Kompost und Biogas Verband Österreich veranstaltete am 11. und 12. Dezember 2018 den bereits 14. österreichischen Biogaskongress im WIFI Linz. Mit der Unterstützung durch klimaaktiv und der Klimaschutzinitiative des BMNT.
European auto industry reacts to CO2 targets
The European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association (ACEA) takes note of the final deal on the CO2 regulation for cars and vans, setting targets for the years 2025 and 2030, which was struck by the EU member states and the European Parliament today.
EEA: More ambition to reach renewable energy goals needed
The share of renewable energy sources in the European Union’s (EU) energy use has doubled since 2005 but this growth has been slowing down in recent years, especially due to increasing energy consumption and lack of progress in the transport sector.
IEA AMF Newsletter 3-2018 released
The latest IEA AMF Newsletter 3-2018 is online.
Feldfruchternte 2018 aufgrund von Trockenheit, Hitze und Schädlingen unterdurchschnittlich
Die heurige Getreideernte (inkl. Körnermais) belief sich laut Statistik Austria auf 4,80 Mio. Tonnen (t). Damit wurde ähnlich wenig wie im Vorjahr produziert (-1%) und erneut ein deutlich unterdurchschnittliches Ergebnis erzielt (-8% zum Zehnjahresdurchschnitt).
Newsletter IEA Bioenergy Task 37: 12/2018
The latest IEA Bioenergy Task 37 Newsletter has been released.
Mitteilungsblatt "Biobased Future" - Nr. 10 November 2018
Die aktuelle Ausgabe der Biobased Future ist erschienen und online zum Download verfügbar.
Aus dem ipg-journal: Verkohlt - Deutschlands Start in die Klimakonferenz
In Kattowitz wird entschieden, ob wir das Rennen der Menschheit zur Erhaltung unseres Planeten gewinnen. Zum Programm gehört die Verabschiedung eines Regelwerks, das sich u.a. zur Transparenzregeln und der Berichterstattung äußert.
Biomass Production in Sustainably Managed Landscapes
Free IEA Bioenergy Webinar, 13th Dec
IEA Bioenergy invites to participate in an international webinar entitled, “Biomass Production in Sustainably Managed Landscapes†presented by Oskar Englund and Uffe Jørgensen.
EU Commission begins anti-subsidy process against Indonesia
UFOP demands the expedited introduction of preliminary counter measures – customs duties on biodiesel imports should not be circumvented via palm oil imports.
Pkw-Neuzulassungen im Zeitraum Jänner bis November leicht unter Vorjahresniveau
Von Jänner bis November 2018 wurden laut Statistik Austria 321.875 Personenkraftwagen (Pkw) neu zum Verkehr zugelassen, um 1,8% weniger als von Jänner bis November 2017.
California Had the Most Plug-in Vehicle Registrations per 1,000 People in 2017
California had 8.64 plug-in vehicle (PEV) registrations per 1,000 people in 2017, followed by Hawaii with 5.12, and Washington state with 4.06.
How Poverty Is Causing Deforestation Across Africa
Deforestation is directly being caused by activities such as illegal logging, agricultural development, mining and infrastructure projects – but Poverty is one of the most significant indirect reasons causing deforestation across Africa – and it is increasing.
Algae Testbed Experiment Yields Data Useful for Future Projects
A unique experiment that explored how well algae grows in specific regions of the United States yielded data that could prove useful as the industry moves forward, according to research from the U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE’s) National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) and Arizona State University (ASU).
