Making biofuels from seawater rather than crude oil

Researchers from The University of Manchester are using synthetic biology to explore a more efficient way to produce the next generation of bio-based jet fuels – partly made from seawater

Anaerobic digestion trade group labels Environment Agency charges hike ‘unjustified’

Consultation proposes large charge increases in England with short implementation period

Bexley council launches app-based anti-food-waste campaign

Household food waste project will see Council partnering with two food waste apps – OLIO & Kitche The Bexley Household Food Waste Project launched on...

UK startup creates ‘smart’ plastic that self-destructs in the sea

University of Edinburgh start-up firm EVA Biosystems has developed a plastic that is described as being able to sense when it's in the ocean...

Report aims to encourage food waste recycling in London

A report and campaign, launched on 7 July, aim to put pressure on London councils to improve recycling rates and food waste separation in...

Bore Hill Farm becomes first English AD plant certified under new performance scheme

Bore Hill Farm Biodigester has become the first English anaerobic digestion (AD) plant to be certified under a new certification scheme that recognises good...

£16 million funding for biotech firm offering sustainable omega-3

Biotechnology firm MiAlgae has secured £14 million in funding to advance its operations and scale production. The company says it has successfully reached commercial-scale...

UK firms supply parts and expertise for lauded Richgro AD plant in Western Australia

Pumps and mixers manufacturer Landia offers a rundown of the details of its involvement with Richgro's widely acclaimed AD plant in Jandakot, Western Australia,...
A sample of Lactobacillus, lactic acid bacteria which are part of the normal flora of the human intestine and are also used in AD plants.

Keeping the bugs on side

At July's AD & Biogas show, a panel of experts shared opinions about getting the most from a plant, and making the best choices when setting it up or attempting to nudge its operation in the right direction.