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Some interesting findings in this study here. Official development finance (ODF) in solid waste management (SWM) reveals insufficient resources for tackling plastic pollution: A global analysis of two decades of data. Despite an 8-fold increase, SWM-focused ODF is still very low, representing just 0.41 % of all ODF. Low-income countries received only 8 % of SWM ODF. I agree with all this, however, important to emphasise, is the waste management hierarchy, where the main attention and funding must go to waste prevention, reuse, repair and then recycling. And this is how ODF should be channelled. Not into large and non-flexible mixed waste treatment facilities. full paper here: https://lnkd.in/duZ7cdvM

A recent report from S&P Global indicates that Platts first assessment of liquified #biogas (LBG) prices at Rotterdam registers significant premiums for LBG with a price tag of $24/MMBtu due to feedstock constraints and growing demand. The report also suggests that there is not enough manure supply to feed LBG demand forecasts, as the use of energy crops would be delimited due to their higher carbon intensity compared to agricultural waste under the new RED III directive. These trends are expected to keep LBG premiums in Rotterdam elevated versus their fossil fuel counterpart in Northwest Europe. Full report: https://lnkd.in/dAsjSgQR

This week, we are gathered at FAO headquarters in Rome, Italy, for the 2024 Annual Meetings of the Global Bioenergy Partnership (GBEP). These technical meetings provide an opportunity to reflect on GBEP’s achievements over the past year and discuss upcoming initiatives and priorities for the future.   Yesterday, we kicked off the meetings with the 17th GBEP Working Group on Capacity Building for Sustainable Bioenergy (WGCB). Discussions covered critical topics such as bridging policy gaps, harmonizing regulatory frameworks and standards, and enhancing data and accountability measures in the bioenergy sector. Sessions also highlighted the progress of various GBEP activity groups, including youth engagement and emerging topics like clean cooking and biogenic CO2.   📷 Here are a few snapshots from the 17th GBEP WGCB meeting!

Nordic Countries at the Forefront of Energy Transition in 2024 🌍🚀 The latest rankings on energy transition by country shed light on the progress—and challenges—of our global shift towards cleaner energy sources. The World Economic Forum's Fostering Effective Energy Transition 2024 report highlights that while advancements are being made, most countries have yet to align their transition pathways with the 1.5°C climate goal. 🌱 It's inspiring to see leaders like #Sweden, #Denmark and #Finland prioritize renewables, grid modernization, and energy efficiency—proving that a balanced approach is key to sustainable energy systems. Yet, the report also emphasizes the disparities in access to #financing and #technology that are holding back many regions, especially in the developing world. As we navigate this complex landscape, collaborative efforts across public and private sectors will be crucial to address these gaps and enable a just transition. The challenge remains clear: how can we ensure that no region is left behind in the push towards a low-carbon future? #EnergyTransition #SustainableFuture #ClimateAction #WEF Image Credit: Visual Capitalist, National Public Utilities Council, Motive Power, Inc.

Today SEAI published its National Energy Projections 2024 which explores future trends for energy use in Ireland. The report finds that there are significant projected gaps to all legally binding targets including national carbon budgets and sectoral emissions ceilings, and EU obligations on renewable energy, energy efficiency, and greenhouse gas emissions.   The report identifies a severe risk of delayed achievement of Climate Action Plan targets, including for renewable electricity, biomethane, electric vehicles, district heating, heat pumps, and building energy efficiency upgrades. Click the link to read the full report: https://lnkd.in/ecTfV5BM

If you would like to recap on the presentations of the " BBEST & IEA Bioenergy 2024 Conference" in Brazil last month please take a look at the re-cordings on the website below.

October 2024 mean CO2 intensity (gCO2eq/kWh) and power consumption breakdown (%). Data via Electricity Maps, table via R {gt} package. #rstats #gt #energy #energytransition #electricity #data #datavisualisation Methodology: https://lnkd.in/gaXQmQ-P h/t Electricity Maps

Africa is extremely challenged by the social, economic and environmental impacts of the plastic pollution crisis. This factsheet by GAIA (Global Alliance for Incinerator Alternatives) highlighting key resources, statistics, and case studies to illustrate the extent of the crisis in Africa. ✍️: Merrisa Naidoo and Andrea Dixon 🔗: https://lnkd.in/deMX2aXq

Earlier this year, we announced that we were teaming up with NYK Line to launch Project LOTUS. This six-month trial aims to assess the impact of continuous use of biofuels on engine performance and onboard systems. 🔍 Specifically, we are trialling a B24 biodiesel blend with VLSFO aboard a short-sea vehicle carrier that will call at multiple ports. 🚢 𝗪𝗵𝘆 𝗮 𝘀𝗵𝗼𝗿𝘁-𝘀𝗲𝗮 𝘃𝗲𝗵𝗶𝗰𝗹𝗲 𝗰𝗮𝗿𝗿𝗶𝗲𝗿? Short-sea vehicle carriers frequently load and unload cargo, spending more time in ports, which can negatively impact their Carbon Intensity Indicator (CII) rating. The use of biodiesel as a drop-in fuel can help this vessel class maintain compliance today. For Project LOTUS, a short-sea vessel allows for regular access to onboard fuel storage tanks for sampling and testing during port calls. In the latest issue of Marine Professional, our Chief Strategy Officer, Dr Sanjay C Kuttan, delves deeper into our approach in conducting this trial. 📖 𝗧𝗼 𝗱𝗮𝘁𝗲, 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘁𝗿𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗵𝗮𝘀 𝘆𝗶𝗲𝗹𝗱𝗲𝗱 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝘀𝗲 𝗽𝗿𝗲𝗹𝗶𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗿𝘆 𝗳𝗶𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴𝘀: 📌 𝗜𝗺𝗽𝗮𝗰𝘁 𝗼𝗻 𝗳𝘂𝗲𝗹 𝗱𝗲𝗹𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘆 𝘀𝘆𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗺 Since fuel switch from VLSFO to B24 in July, there have not been any adverse effects on the fuel delivery system. Comparative analyses from storage tank to settling tank, settling tank to service tank, and service tank to engine inlet reveal no significant changes in pump pressure, filter changeover frequency, or residue accumulation levels within the filters. 📌 𝗜𝗺𝗽𝗮𝗰𝘁 𝗼𝗻 𝗳𝘂𝗲𝗹 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝘀𝘂𝗺𝗽𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 Likewise, we do not observe any significant changes in the fuel consumption pattern for the main engine or the generator engine during sea voyages, with net calorific value (NCV) of both VLSFO and the B24 blend comparable at 41.1 MJ/kg and 40.2 MJ/kg, respectively. 𝙏𝙝𝙚𝙨𝙚 𝙞𝙣𝙞𝙩𝙞𝙖𝙡 𝙛𝙞𝙣𝙙𝙞𝙣𝙜𝙨 𝙖𝙧𝙚 𝙚𝙣𝙘𝙤𝙪𝙧𝙖𝙜𝙞𝙣𝙜. Upon completion, Project LOTUS will offer quantitative insights for shipowners and operators considering biodiesel blends to meet vessel compliance with regulations, like the Carbon Intensity Indicator (CII) and the FuelEU Maritime Standards ⚓. Stay tuned for the full findings of Project LOTUS! Read the article on Project LOTUS on Marine Professional here: https://lnkd.in/gRF4zkqA Thanks Carly Fields and Institute of Marine Engineering, Science & Technology (IMarEST), for the opportunity to contribute to the latest issue of Marine Professional.

“When the final testing phase at our research and test center is completed, we will have proven that the entire process works on an industrial scale, and we can move forward with upscaling and commercialization of our solution.” – Lina Jorheden, acting CEO SaltX Technology. Listen to our CEO's interview and read the full Interim Report Q3 - 2024 here: https://lnkd.in/dK7ASRRE #electrification #decarbonization #cement #quicklime