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• The $9B Deal That Almost Didn't Happen

  Air Products and Yara International are finalizing a $9 billion partnership to develop the Louisiana Clean Energy Complex, one of North America’s largest blue hydrogen and low-carbon ammonia projects. The deal includes Yara taking ownership of ammonia production and shipping assets while Air Products handles hydrogen operations and carbon capture. The project will capture 5 million tonnes of CO₂ annually for underground storage and could serve as a model for future clean-energy mega-projects.

• IMO Rules Understate Benefits of Utilising Captured Carbon, Says GCMD

  The Global Centre for Maritime Decarbonisation’s pilot project on the Ever Top containership proved that onboard carbon capture can reduce maritime emissions by up to 34% when efficiently integrated with carbon utilisation pathways. However, current IMO accounting methods understate emissions savings, discouraging shipowners from investing in these technologies. Efficiency improvements like waste heat recovery and pipeline transport could further enhance carbon capture benefits.

• Corteva and bp Launch Biofuel Feedstock Joint Venture Etlas

  Corteva and bp formed a 50:50 joint venture called Etlas to produce crop-based oils from canola, mustard, and sunflower for use in sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) and renewable diesel (RD). The venture aims to deliver one million tonnes of feedstock annually by the mid-2030s using intermediate crops that improve soil health without expanding farmland. Etlas will support global demand for cleaner fuels while creating new income opportunities for farmers.

• Greentown Labs Announces Go Make 2026 With Shell and Technip Energies

  Greentown Labs launched Go Make 2026, an open-innovation program with Shell and Technip Energies to support startups developing catalytic technologies for low-carbon fuels and CO₂ removal. The initiative aims to accelerate industrial decarbonization by combining Shell’s catalyst expertise and Technip Energies’ engineering capabilities. Selected startups will gain mentorship, partnerships, and pilot opportunities to scale sustainable industrial processes.

• From Thin Air to Fighter Jets: A New American Way to Make Carbon Fiber

  Mars Materials and North Carolina State University proved that captured CO₂ can be turned into a high-quality precursor for carbon fiber, offering a cleaner alternative to oil- and coal-based production. The new process eliminates hydrogen cyanide use and supports a secure North American supply chain. This breakthrough opens the door for large-scale, carbon-negative manufacturing in aerospace and industrial applications.

• CES 2026 - Doosan Presents Comprehensive Energy Solutions for the AI Era

  Doosan Group presented its advanced energy portfolio at CES 2026, showcasing gas turbines, small modular reactors (SMRs), and hydrogen-powered fuel cells designed to meet the growing power needs of AI data centers. Doosan Enerbility is developing a 100% hydrogen-fueled turbine, while HyAxiom unveiled scalable hydrogen fuel cell systems for rapid clean energy deployment. These innovations reinforce Doosan’s role in driving the global transition toward low-carbon, hydrogen-based power.

• Ameresco, Republic Services Start Up 5.2-MWe RNG Plant in Illinois

  Ameresco and Republic Services have started operations at a new 5.2-MWe renewable natural gas (RNG) plant in Illinois that converts landfill gas into pipeline-quality RNG for fuel and energy use. The project will prevent over 27,000 metric tonnes of CO₂ emissions annually by capturing methane that would otherwise escape into the atmosphere. It marks the 16th RNG facility developed through their partnership, supporting Republic’s goal to reuse 50% more biogas by 2030.

• SAMSUNG E&A Announces Groundbreaking of Wabash Low-Carbon Ammonia Project in the US

  SAMSUNG E&A has broken ground on its Wabash Low-Carbon Ammonia Plant in Indiana, which will produce 500,000 tons of ammonia and capture 1.67 million tons of CO₂ annually. The project, supported by the U.S. Department of Energy and South Korean ministries, aims for completion in 2029. Partnering with Wabash Valley Resources and Honeywell UOP, SAMSUNG E&A continues expanding into clean energy technologies including ammonia, hydrogen, SAF, and carbon capture.

• $8B Louisiana SAF Megaproject Clears Engineering Hurdle

  DG Fuels has advanced its $8 billion Louisiana Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) project by awarding Samsung E&A a $15.7 million front-end engineering contract for hydrogen and power systems. The facility will produce 200 million gallons of SAF annually using a hybrid hydrogen approach that combines blue and green hydrogen integrated with carbon capture technology. Major airlines, including Delta and Air France-KLM, have secured all initial output, positioning Louisiana as a leading clean fuels hub.