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Sweden Breaks Ground on Port Biogas Facility for Ships
Planet WinsMay 29

Sweden Breaks Ground on Port Biogas Facility for Ships

A new liquefied biogas facility at Sweden's Port of Gothenburg will help ships and heavy transport switch to renewable fuel by early 2027. The plant will make Swedish biogas accessible to industries far beyond the existing gas grid.

Google News - Sweden Renewable2 min read
Viking Line Cuts 50,000 Tonnes of Emissions with Biogas
SolutionsFeb 4

Viking Line Cuts 50,000 Tonnes of Emissions with Biogas

A major ferry company just proved fossil-free shipping isn't a distant dream. Viking Line slashed nearly 50,000 tonnes of greenhouse gases in 2025 by switching to biogas, and they're doubling down through 2026.

Google News - Emissions Reduction2 min read
Sweden Adds 27 Biogas Buses in Green Transport Push
Planet WinsJun 23

Sweden Adds 27 Biogas Buses in Green Transport Push

Sweden is rolling out 27 new buses powered by locally produced biogas, turning waste into fuel while making regional travel quieter and cleaner. The coaches feature premium amenities for longer routes between major cities.

Google News - Sweden Renewable2 min read
2,000 Biogas Experts Gather to Turn Waste Into Clean Energy
Planet WinsMay 27

2,000 Biogas Experts Gather to Turn Waste Into Clean Energy

Detroit just hosted the largest biogas conference in history, bringing together innovators who are transforming millions of tons of organic waste into renewable energy and fertilizer. The record-breaking turnout shows an industry hitting its stride at exactly the right time.

Google: renewable energy record2 min read
Cow Manure Biogas Wins Top Clean Energy Tax Credit
Planet WinsApr 8

Cow Manure Biogas Wins Top Clean Energy Tax Credit

America's newest clean energy winner comes from an unexpected place: dairy farms. A federal tax credit now recognizes biogas from cow manure as the only fuel with negative carbon emissions, meaning it actually removes carbon from the atmosphere.

Google News - Clean Energy2 min read
Gujarat Woman Brings Biogas to 368 Families, Ends Smoky Kitchens
VideosAug 8

Gujarat Woman Brings Biogas to 368 Families, Ends Smoky Kitchens

A village where women cooked in smoke-filled kitchens now runs entirely on biogas, thanks to one neighbor's simple idea. What started as cattle waste is now powering stoves, improving health, and earning families up to Rs 5,000 monthly.

The Better India2 min read
Norway Opens 13th Biogas Station as Green Trucks Boom
Planet WinsSep 11

Norway Opens 13th Biogas Station as Green Trucks Boom

Nordic energy company Gasum just opened its 13th biogas fueling station in Norway, a sign that heavy trucks are rapidly switching to renewable fuel. The expansion in Trondheim's port area marks a critical milestone as the country races toward its 2030 climate goals.

Google News - Norway Green Energy3 min read
New Biogas Giant Aims to Lead Global Green Energy Shift
Planet WinsMay 8

New Biogas Giant Aims to Lead Global Green Energy Shift

A newly formed renewable energy company just completed a major acquisition across four countries, positioning itself to become a global leader in converting waste into clean fuel. Mobius Renewables now operates sites turning landfill gas and farm waste into energy that can power homes and businesses.

Google News - Sweden Renewable3 min read
New Biogas Giant Mobius Renewables Launches Across 4 Nations
Planet WinsMay 7

New Biogas Giant Mobius Renewables Launches Across 4 Nations

A new clean energy company just became a global force in renewable natural gas, uniting operations across the US and Europe to fight climate change. Mobius Renewables now produces enough clean fuel annually to power hundreds of thousands of homes.

Google News - Sweden Renewable2 min read
WSU Scientists Triple Biogas from Sewage Sludge
InnovationMay 9

WSU Scientists Triple Biogas from Sewage Sludge

Scientists at Washington State University developed a breakthrough process that converts 83% of sewage sludge into renewable natural gas while cutting disposal costs in half. The innovation could save billions annually while dramatically reducing greenhouse gas emissions from wastewater treatment.

New Atlas3 min read
IIT Grad Hasn't Bought Cooking Gas in 7 Years with Biogas
VideosMar 17

IIT Grad Hasn't Bought Cooking Gas in 7 Years with Biogas

An IIT graduate built a home biodigester that turns kitchen waste into cooking fuel, eliminating his need to buy LPG cylinders for seven years. His simple solution saves money while solving two problems at once.

The Better India2 min read
South African School Cooks with Cow Dung, Saves Forest
SolutionsAug 14

South African School Cooks with Cow Dung, Saves Forest

More than 1,000 students at a South African school now eat meals cooked with biogas made from cattle manure instead of firewood. This community-led project is protecting local forests while turning waste into clean energy.

Mongabay2 min read
Norway Stores CO₂ Under Seabed in World-First Project
Planet WinsApr 3

Norway Stores CO₂ Under Seabed in World-First Project

Norway just became the first country to capture carbon dioxide from wastewater biogas and store it permanently beneath the ocean floor. The breakthrough shows carbon removal technology can work at scale.

Google News - Norway Green Energy2 min read
India Plant Breaks Asia CBG Record at 120% Capacity
InnovationJun 24

India Plant Breaks Asia CBG Record at 120% Capacity

A renewable energy facility in India just shattered Asia's compressed biogas production record while running at 120% of its design capacity. The breakthrough shows how agricultural waste can power a cleaner future.

Google: renewable energy record2 min read
India's Clean Energy Startups See 100% Demand Surge
SolutionsMar 19

India's Clean Energy Startups See 100% Demand Surge

After years of patient work, India's solar and biogas innovators are finally seeing mainstream demand for their sustainable cooking solutions. The shift is opening doors for conversations about energy independence that were once impossible to start.

Indian Express3 min read
Nigerian State Breaks Free from National Grid Blackouts
SolutionsJan 30

Nigerian State Breaks Free from National Grid Blackouts

While Nigeria's power grid collapsed twice in four days, Abia State kept the lights on. Governor Alex Otti is building energy independence through biogas plants and taking full control of the state's electricity system.

Punch Nigeria3 min read
Zambian Village Turns Cow Dung Into Clean Energy for 100 Homes
SolutionsApr 29

Zambian Village Turns Cow Dung Into Clean Energy for 100 Homes

A farming community in Zambia is transforming cattle waste into cooking gas and electricity, freeing families from hours of firewood gathering and smoky kitchens. The biogas system now serves 100 households and plans to expand to 600.

Mongabay2 min read
Japan and India Build 1,000 Cow Dung Plants for Clean Cars
SolutionsJun 27

Japan and India Build 1,000 Cow Dung Plants for Clean Cars

Japan and India are joining forces to turn cow manure into fuel for cars, aiming to build 1,000 biogas plants across India. The partnership transforms agricultural waste into clean energy while cutting India's reliance on imported oil.

Japan Times2 min read
Woman Turns Kitchen Scraps Into Free Cooking Gas at Home
VideosApr 10

Woman Turns Kitchen Scraps Into Free Cooking Gas at Home

An Indian innovator has designed a compact biogas plant that transforms daily kitchen waste into clean cooking fuel. The system works without electricity or smoke, offering homes a sustainable alternative to traditional LPG.

The Better India2 min read
Village Powers 80% of Homes With Cow Dung for 30 Years
VideosApr 1

Village Powers 80% of Homes With Cow Dung for 30 Years

A Karnataka village ditched LPG cylinders three decades ago and now runs most kitchens on biogas made from cow manure. Over 1,200 people enjoy clean fuel, stable costs, and total energy independence.

The Better India2 min read

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