Natural chemistry

Qteros claims 15-fold improvements in cellulosic ethanol yield

November 21, 2008 - Exclusive - The company formerly known as SunEthanol announces $25 million in funding and plans for commercialization in 2011. Full Story »

Bluewater, Aqualia sign 5-year wastewater deal

November 17, 2008 - News brief - Partnership plans a facility in Spain and looks at the Middle East for projects using bacteria-based system to treat water. Full Story »

Microbes drive new Amyris biodiesel plant

November 11, 2008 - Exclusive - California company's first pilot plant is expected to help secure certification as Amyris aims for $2 per gallon commercial sales by June 2010. Full Story »

Murky waters for commercial ocean fertilization projects

October 31, 2008 - Exclusive - Future of startup Climos unclear as London Convention and Protocol today prohibits all ocean fertilization activities other than 'legitimate scientific research.' Full Story »

Cobalt Biofuels gets $25M

October 20, 2008 - Exclusive - California firm seeks to commercialize biobutanol for biofuel and biochemical industries. Full Story »

Hybrid rice developed for salty land

October 15, 2008 - News brief - Research could boost crop production on 75 percent of China's arable land to help meet demand for food security. Full Story »

Waste Recycling Group acquires UK recycler

October 10, 2008 - News brief - Subsidiary of Spain's FCC expands UK presence as it develops energy-from-waste and recycling plants. Full Story »

Fungus could cheaply desulfur crude oil

October 9, 2008 - News brief - New research explores less energy intensive method of sulfur extraction so the oil industry can meet lower emissions requirements. Full Story »

California moves to curb toxic chemicals

September 30, 2008 - Exclusive - Companies that use natural chemistry and efficient processes to cut down on hazardous chemicals could benefit from new legislation. Full Story »

MIT spin-off develops fridge for rural India

September 30, 2008 - News brief - Promethean Power Systems says solar-powered cooling unit uses thermoelectric technology to reduce power consumption. Full Story »
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