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title: New business models protecting biodiversity, geothermal energy, biomethane in Europe and an insight into the world of L’Oréal.
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This week's news, insights and inspiration for the global bioeconomy community

| View in browser This week our feature story takes a look into the building of bioeconomies in developing countries (where most global biodiversity is located) and new business models with biodiversity protection at their heart 🌴.   We delve into geothermal projects for clean energy, castor oil in Africa, #bioenergy infrastructures, how #biomethane is expanding in Europe and we bring you a fascinating insight into the role of high performing bio based cosmetic ingredients from our friends at L’Oréal.   Just 10 days remain to snap up a Delegate Pass for World Bio Markets 2024 at the crazy low price of 750 EUR... a 50% saving!   Bio for now! FEATURE STORY The rise of nature-sustaining bio-businesses in Southeast Asia and Brazil Biodiversity is the basis of all our food, water, and medical resources. The world’s ecosystems are also critical in regulating the climate - consider how around 40% of global warming, since before the industrial era, has resulted from habitat degradation rather than direct fossil emissions. It is also, of course, the non-negotiable bedrock of the entire bioeconomy.  >> Read the article Back to the Future Series 23, Episode 12 A presentation by Fabien Deswarte, Sustainable Innovation Manager, L’Oréal at World Bio Markets 2023 View slides NEWSROOM Fervo Energy starts working on world’s largest next-gen geothermal project Cape Station in Utah, USA, is a next-generation geothermal energy project set to deliver 400 MW of 24/7 carbon-free electricity. It will begin delivering around-the-clock, clean power to the grid in 2026 and reach full scale production in 2028. >> Read more NEWSROOM Teknor Apex relaunches Terraloy to offer biopolymers The portfolio will include polymers, additives and fillers covering a broad range of sustainable attributes such as recycled, bioderived, and biodegradable content. >> Read more NEWSROOM Casterra delivers first shipment of castor seeds to Africa The seeds exhibit high-level cleanliness, successfully passed phytosanitary inspection, and have a germination percentage rate of 90%, exceeding the industry acceptance criteria benchmark.  >> Read more NEWSROOM ENGIE acquires Ixora Energy and increases its biomethane presence in Europe The company's investment in biomethane complements its goal of achieving net zero carbon emissions by 2045 and meeting the decarbonization needs of its customers. >> Read more NEWSROOM JBS Australia starts building scone facility bioenergy system JBS is installing bioenergy infrastructure that will transform its current wastewater treatment process into a circular flow that captures and reuses biogas. >> Read more READS OF THE WEEK Samsung, Celltrion set record targets as S. Korea banks on Bio Economy 2.0 More companies with large water footprints are taking action; but gaps remain Scientists in Japan find plastic in clouds for the first time Get in touch with the team to explore collaborative opportunities Get in Touch Follow us on social media You are receiving this newsletter because you have subscribed, are a customer or have shown an interest in World Bio Market Insights services. World Bio Market Insights is owned by World Bio Markets Ltd. If somebody forwarded you this then please sign up here Owned and operated by World Bio Markets Ltd, 3rd Floor, Hathaway House, Popes Drive, Finchley, London N3 1QF, United Kingdom Unsubscribe Manage preferences |
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