Category Archives: Biofuels

Chromatin and Pacific Ethanol Sign Multi-Year Agreement for Locally-Grown Sorghum in Ethanol Production

by CGR Staff Writer
Posted on February 18, 2013 by CGR Staff Writer

Biofuels-Are-A-Green-Energy-SourceCHICAGO–()–Chromatin, Inc., a leading provider of innovative crop breeding technology, sorghum seed products and feedstocks, and Pacific Ethanol, Inc. (NASDAQ:PEIX) a leading producer of low-carbon renewable fuels in the Western U.S., announced today they have entered into a multi-year agreement to produce, deliver and use locally grown sorghum in the production of ethanol. The agreement covers up to 30,000 acres of Chromatin sorghum to be grown over multiple years and supplied to Pacific Ethanol.

“We are pleased to extend our collaboration with Pacific Ethanol, which previously confirmed that locally-grown sorghum is well-suited to ethanol production. We also welcome the opportunity to provide crop producers in California with a new market for their products by providing sorghum feedstocks that serve as an economical and energy efficient source of biofuel,” Chromatin Chief Executive Officer Daphne Preuss said. Continue reading →

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Black Earth Project helps Equip Farmers to Combat Climate Change

by CGR Staff Writer
Posted on February 18, 2013 by CGR Staff Writer

RWANDA–()–Radio Lifeline, a non-profit based in the US, announces the launch of the Black Earth Project, a new initiative designed to help farmers mitigate the growing effects of climate change. Radio Lifeline’s partner in this project is re:char, a leading developer of small-scale biochar technologies, based in Kenya. Major funding for the Black Earth Project is being provided by Green Mountain Coffee Roasters, Inc. (GMCR), headquartered in Waterbury, VT.

The Black Earth Project is a two-year research project designed to evaluate the effectiveness of biochar when used as a soil amendment by smallholder coffee and pyrethrum farmers in Rwanda. Biochar is produced through a process called pyrolysis, or the burning of dried biomass in a low or zero oxygen environment. The process prevents combustion and the usual release of carbon dioxide, black carbon and other greenhouse gases associated with traditional charcoal production methods. Continue reading →

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CMT’s Algae World MENA Summit brings global algae specialists and experts to Dubai

by CGR Staff Writer
Posted on January 21, 2013 by CGR Staff Writer

algaeDUBAI, United Arab Emirates–()–Mideast and North Africa are emerging as a key R&D hub for algae based products with cutting edge research and technology projects at Qatar, Abu Dhabi University, Masdar Institute and University of Mansoura Egypt, Kuwait Institute of Scientific Research. Centre for Management Technology’s Algae World MENA Summit in Dubai on February 25-27 will see the largest congregation of global algae experts to analyze and assess the future growth for an algae driven economy. Continue reading →

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Eco-Energy and Corn Plus Ethanol Announce Ethanol Marketing Agreement

by CGR Staff Writer
Posted on January 7, 2013 by CGR Staff Writer

FRANKLIN, Tenn.–()–Eco-Energy, Inc., a leading bio-fuel supply chain company, announced today the execution of a multiyear ethanol marketing agreement with Corn Plus Ethanol, a 49 million gallon plant located in Winnebago, MN. The addition of Corn Plus marks Eco-Energy’s second addition to their marketing platform in the past nine months.

“In these difficult times, it is more important than ever to have an integrated platform and partner that is focused on plant margins by offering the tools and knowledge necessary to help our partners succeed,” stated Chad Martin, CEO of Eco-Energy. “We are very excited about the partnership with Corn Plus and the opportunity to bring economies of scale and a sophisticated platform to another independent producer, which adds value to their business.” Continue reading →

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World’s Largest CFB Biomass Power Plant Now in Commercial Operation

by CGR Staff Writer
Posted on January 7, 2013 by CGR Staff Writer

ZUG, Switzerland–()–Foster Wheeler AG (Nasdaq: FWLT) announced today that the GDF Suez power plant located in Polaniec, Poland, is now in commercial operation, delivering over 200 MWe of electricity to the country’s electricity grid solely from biomass.

The plant is powered by the world’s largest and most advanced biomass CFB (circulating fluidized-bed) boiler, which was supplied by Foster Wheeler. CFB technology is capable of fully firing a wide range of biomasses and other fuels, including those derived from agricultural crops. “Agro” biomass can be produced much faster and on a larger scale than longer growth wood-based biomasses, thus improving the economics and sustainability of biomass power. Continue reading →

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DOD Spending on Renewable Energy Programs to Accelerate Rapidly during the Next Decade

by CGR Staff Writer
Posted on September 24, 2012 by CGR Staff Writer

Energy is the lifeblood of the U.S. military.  The various branches of the U.S. Department of Defense (DOD) combine to form the single largest consumer of energy in the world, surpassing the consumption totals of more than 100 nations.  Driven by a combination of legislation, national and international policy, strategic imperatives, and operational requirements, clean technologies are moving into the mainstream of DOD spending, and the DOD is now one of the most important drivers of clean energy markets in the United States.  According to a new report from Pike Research, a part of Navigant’s Energy Practice, U.S. military spending on renewable energy programs, including conservation measures, will increase steadily over the next 12 years, reaching almost $1.8 billion in 2025.

“Changes in energy policy have provided countless opportunities throughout all operations of the DOD, with examples of renewable energy projects that include targets of 1 gigawatt of renewable energy installed capacity each for the Army, Navy, and Air Force by 2025, a target of 25 percent of all energy produced or procured from renewable energy sources by 2025, and development of the Navy’s Great Green Fleet Strike Group powered by biofuel, nuclear power, synthetic fuels, and hybrid propulsion systems,” says research analyst Dexter Gauntlett.  “Most of these initiatives have gained considerable momentum and many of the targets will be achieved.” Continue reading →

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Shell Grants Codexis Rights to Commercialize Cellulase Enzymes for Biofuels

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Posted on September 4, 2012 by tgilbrea69

REDWOOD CITY, Calif.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Codexis, Inc. (NASDAQ:CDXS), a developer of cost-advantaged processes for the production of biofuels, bio-based chemicals and pharmaceuticals, today announced that the company has signed an agreement (the “New Agreement”) with Shell to expand Codexis’ ability to commercialize its CodeXymeTM cellulase enzymes.

“Codexis has developed some of the most cost effective and competitively advantaged cellulase enzymes in the world. Securing the rights to market these enzymes to advanced biofuel companies outside of Shell is a major milestone for the company”
Under the New Agreement, which is effective August 31, 2012, Shell has granted Codexis a royalty-bearing, non-exclusive license to develop, manufacture, use and sell cellulase enzymes developed under the companies’ Amended and Restated Collaborative Research Agreement, effective November 1, 2006 (the “Shell Research Agreement”). The scope of the New Agreement is worldwide, except Brazil, for enzymes used in the biofuels field. Codexis already has exclusive rights to commercialize its cellulase enzymes in other fields. Continue reading →

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Semprius to Exhibit New Solar Technology at 2012 Democratic National Convention

by CGR Staff Writer
Posted on August 30, 2012 by CGR Staff Writer

DURHAM, N.C.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Semprius, Inc., an innovator in high concentration photovoltaic (HCPV) solar modules, will display a new branding application for its world record technology at Duke Energy’s exhibit in the Legacy Village at CarolinaFest, which runs in conjunction with the 2012 Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, North Carolina.

Semprius, the world record holder for photovoltaic module conversion efficiency and the first company to covert over one-third of the sun’s energy into electricity, has developed a new solar module with unique branding potential. Semprius’ technology begins with its proprietary micro-transfer printing process, enabling the company to use the world’s smallest solar cell – approximately the size of a pencil point – to manufacture modules with unmatched performance and cost advantages. In addition to supporting large-scale power generation projects, Semprius also possesses the exclusive ability to incorporate graphics into its modules. Semprius’ new “Marquee” design will be demonstrated at the 2012 Democratic National Convention, installed by Charlotte-based Argand Energy Solutions, highlighting the ability to incorporate corporate logos into Semprius solar arrays of any size. Continue reading →

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