Small rapeseed harvest coincides with strong demand for oil
Demand for biodiesel is unbroken. The main constituent in Germany is and remains rapeseed oil, but German rapeseed production does not cover demand. Read more »
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Biodiesel exports rose substantially
German biodiesel exports increased sharply in the first quarter of 2019, with exports to Great Britain seeing the biggest growth. Read more »
Solar powerfuels set to decarbonize Australia’s gas sector
Southern Green Gas and Enapter have announced a partnership to jointly drive the development of solar powerfuels in Australia, calling time on fossil fuel-based energy generation. Read more »
Large harvests and implications of US-China trade dispute force down prices
UFOP sees sustainable agriculture and climate protection as losers and calls for fast action Read more »
Surplus of soybean meal also forces down prices for protein alternatives
UFOP fears undermining of German and EU policies to promote the production of protein plants Read more »
Deep Electrification Powered by Renewables Key for a Climate-Safe Future
New report by IRENA charts pathways to further accelerate energy transformation which meets climate objectives while creating jobs and fostering economic growth Read more »
ENERCON announces 345 MW agreement for Canadian projects
First major contracts of new EP3 platform WECs in North America Read more »
Fossil fuels burden the trade balance
Imports of mineral oil, gas and coal still make up large parts of import spending in many countries. Read more »
New IRENA report details how renewables can decarbonise the energy sector and improve the lives of billions
New publication provides insights on the innovations, policy and finance driving further investment in sustainable energy systems. Read more »
Global Leaders Gather to Move Paris Agreement from Negotiation to Action
IRENA’s sixth Assembly will set global renewable energy action agenda and accelerate the energy transition Read more »
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