The Biofore Company UPM and the conservation organisation WWF Finland have agreed on versatile cooperation covering promotion of sustainable wood-based biofuels as well as sustainable forest management and sourcing of…
The advanced biofuels sector calls for a clear mandate in Europe
The Leaders of Sustainable Biofuels (LSB) is an organization aiming to promote the development of second generation advanced biofuels in Europe. The LSB group is composed by the Chief Executive…
Requirements for transportation of fast pyrolysis bio-oil
Fast pyrolysis bio-oil is a renewable liquid fuel which can replace fossil fuels in energy production. In Finland there are currently a few ongoing projects concerning the production of pyrolysis…
Biofore concept car showcases the potential of biomaterials
The Biofore Concept Car showcases the use of UPM’s innovative biomaterials in the automotive industry. The majority of parts traditionally made from plastics are replaced with high quality, safe and…
Danish waste refining technology ready for the market
The Danish REnescience waste refinery technology is now ready for the commercial market and is experiencing a growing interest from countries starting to consider waste as a resource. The large…
Highlights from the 4th Central European Biomass Conference
The 4th Central European Biomass Conference was held from 18 to 22 January in Graz, Austria, attracting 1.100 visitors from 45 countries. Besides showcasing the latest technological trends and innovations…
From meadow to methane: robots to increase biomass utilization
An innovative technology concept for harvesting grass from lowlands is underway in Denmark. Farmer John Doe sits in his Grassbots control center. A high level of comfort and autonomy enables…
Empyro BV breaks ground of its biomass to liquid pyrolysis plant
This week Empyro BV has announced that the construction of its pyrolysis oil production plant has started at the AkzoNobel site in Hengelo (The Netherlands). By the end of this…
Parliament calls for binding CO2 goals and 30% renewable energy target by 2030
In its resolution adopted yesterday by 341 votes to 263, the European Parliament calls on the Commission and EU countries, to set a 2030 EU target to reduce domestic greenhouse…
Mercedes-Benz will run fleet tests with Clariant’s Sunliquid 20 cellulosic ethanol
Muttenz, January 29, 2014 – A fuel of the future is being introduced to the streets in a fleet test launched by the joined forces of Clariant, Haltermann, and Mercedes-Benz.…