by Rachel Ragoni | Nov 16, 2025
The UNFCCC Climate Conference (COP30) is being held in Belém from November 10 to 21. Throughout the first week, alongside the official negotiations, several important forums and debates on energy transition took place, with Brazil’s bioenergy sector participating...
by Rachel Ragoni | Nov 15, 2025
At COP30 Brazil’s biofuels sector took a landmark step in reinforcing the global role of sustainable fuels in meeting climate commitments. The sector position on Belém Accord, signed by the Brazilian Sugarcane and Bioenergy Industry Association (UNICA), the Brazilian...
by Rachel Ragoni | Nov 4, 2025
On October 13 and 14, Brasília, the capital of Brazil — the country set to host the UNFCCC COP 30 this month — welcomed global representatives for the Pre-COP 30 event. Although not part of the official UNFCCC calendar, the gathering was convened by the COP Presidency...
by Rachel Ragoni | Oct 28, 2025
Efficient global transportation is a cornerstone of our interconnected, globalized world. International trade is more prominent than ever, with approximately 80% of global goods transported by the shipping industry. However, this vital sector comes with a significant...
by Rachel Ragoni | Oct 13, 2025
One of the key opportunities for the future of low-carbon transportation lies in aviation—a sector often described as hard to decarbonize. Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) presents an immediately available solution with the potential to make a significant impact. In...
by Raquel Lages | Sep 26, 2025
Check out our latest blog post by Raquel Lages on how the European Union’s approach to decarbonization risks becoming more difficult by sidelining one of the most scalable, science-backed solutions: crop-based ethanol. Click here to read more: Let’s Make...
by Rachel Ragoni | Sep 4, 2025
One of the most prestigious global forums for discussing the clean energy transition and the pressing challenges in the energy sector, the Clean Energy Ministerial 16 and Mission Innovation 10, was held in Busan, Republic of Korea, from August 25 to 27. Alongside...
by Rachel Ragoni | Jul 24, 2025
The aviation sector stands out as one of the most challenging industries to decarbonize. Despite these challenges, aviation plays a critical role in the global fight against climate change, currently accounting for 3% of total greenhouse gas emissions. This impact is...
by Rachel Ragoni | Jul 9, 2025
Starting August 1, Brazil will implement a major shift in its fuel policy with the nationwide adoption of a 30% anhydrous ethanol blend in gasoline, replacing the current 27% blend (E27). This move is a historic milestone and marks a bold step forward in the country’s...
by Yoshihiko Omori | Jul 1, 2025
We are pleased to announce a new blog post on our website ” Towards Decarbonization of Liquid Fuel in Japan”, authored by Mr. Yoshiko Omori, Director in charge of the Clean Energy Unit at the Institute of Energy Economics, Japan (IEEJ). In this latest...
by Rachel Ragoni | Jun 27, 2025
Climate change stands as one of the most pressing global challenges of our time. Its causes and impacts cross borders—demanding collective, coordinated efforts from all nations. The transport sector, responsible for nearly a quarter of global CO₂ emissions, must be a...
by Rachel Ragoni | Jun 20, 2025
This year marks the 10th anniversary of the Paris Agreement, signed by 195 countries during UNFCC COP 21 in Paris. As part of their commitment to implementing the Agreement’s goals, each country submitted a Nationally Determined Contribution (NDC), outlining specific...
by Rachel Ragoni | Jun 12, 2025
In 2015, the world witnessed a landmark moment in international climate cooperation. In Paris, during the 21st UNFCCC Conference of the Parties (COP21), 195 countries adopted the historic Paris Agreement. This legally binding international treaty aims to limit global...
by Rachel Ragoni | Jun 11, 2025
As COP30 approaches, global attention is turning to key discussions on transport decarbonization, renewable energy, and investment in clean technologies. Over the past week, European audiences took part in a series of events exploring how strengthened cooperation...
by Rachel Ragoni | Jun 2, 2025
Check out the latest blog post by Austin Heyworth, “Keep the Door Open to Cleaner Fuels: Why U.S. Policy Should Strengthen, Not Undermine, the Role of Brazilian Ethanol”. In this timely piece, Austin explores how Brazilian ethanol can play a key role in...
