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Three years is a significant milestone for any Fund but Osmosis IM and Clearway Capital are particularly proud to celebrate the coming of age of the Osmosis IM Resource Efficient ex-Fossil Fuels Fund.* Divestment poses a multifaceted challenge, particularly for institutional investors, who as part of their fiduciary duties are tasked with managing the active portfolio risk that divestment inevitably brings into a portfolio. One of Osmosis IM’s key objectives when they developed the strategy in 2021 was the ability to withstand short-term rising oil/fossil fuel prices as the world economy bounced back from COVID-19, and as broader geopolitical risks flared. Osmosis IM’s models indicated that targeting resource-efficient companies across the broader portfolio would help offset any asset price inflation. The strategy’s effectiveness has arguably been tested during one of the most demanding periods in recent history and Osmosis IM and Clearway Capital very pleased to see the original thesis hold true. In late 2023, Osmosis IM launched an Australian-domiciled wholesale managed investment scheme, the Osmosis Resource Efficient Developed Markets Core Equity ex-Fossil Fuels Trust.   ***A reminder that Osmosis IM is continuing to offer early investors a discounted management fee (so long as they remain invested) until 30 June 2024. The Trust will then revert to the standard management fee.*** The Osmosis Resource Efficient Developed Markets Core Equity ex-Fossil Fuels Trust is made available to Australian and New Zealand wholesale investors by enquiring at: osmosisim@clearwaycapital.com.au. #fossilfuels #fossilfree #resourceefficiency #divestment *This Fund is not available for US investors.

👌🌱With The new “Agreement on a green Denmark”, Denmark invest DKK 10 billion (more than 1.3 billion EURO) in pyrolyses technology. This makes me even more excited to co-host the Pyrolysis Investor event on August 27., arranged by EIFO, Food & Bio Cluster Denmark and Invest in Odense According to the national green agreement, the 10 billion DKK will be paid out from 2027 to secure the development and implementation of pyrolysis technology: 👍200 mill DKK in 2027 👍300 mill DKK in 2028 👍400 mill DKK in 2029 👍600 mill DKK covering activity in 2030 and the coming years At the event we will raise the question: “What are the potentials and uncertainties when investing in pyrolysis technology? – in Denmark and on the global market” Sign up – and see the preliminary program (the event is in Danish and will be held in Syddanske Forskerparker) #investinodense #carboncapture

Decarb Connect Europe has launched!  Join me and over 200+ senior leaders industrial decarbonisation in Berlin from 17-19 June to focus on the business models and first-mover projects tackling metals, cement, glass, chem, refined products. We are proud of our audience feedback year on year - here's just one quote from a delegate from CEMEX Ventures: "Decarb Connect is not only a reference point to gain insights and knowledge about the (decarb) projects and tech, but it is also one of the strongest platforms to connect with other people with similar approaches and make valuable contacts."   Download the full agenda here to take a look: https://hubs.li/Q02p4Zv10 Join us to take home invaluable insights into policy, projects, technology, and investments driving progress in Europe’s mission to be the first net-zero continent.  ***New for this year, Decarb Connect Europe Next Gen Awards*** – calling all tech-ready start-ups to demo on the main stage to a room full of industrial and investors. Find out more >> https://hubs.li/Q02p4Zpn0 Early confirmed speakers include:  Thorsten Hahn, Chief Executive Officer, Holcim Germany Frédéric Nyssen, Director Net Zero Priorities & Opportunities, BASF Adrien BERTHIER, Decarbonisation Project Manager, Aluminium Dunkerque Ivar Sund Fossum, Chief Executive Officer, Nordic Mining Julien Burdeau, Group Decarbonisation Director, Eramet Christian Hein, Head of Decarbonisation, Aurubis AG Dr. @Irina Kerner, Industry Policy Department, Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Climate Action Nicolas Girod, Managing Director, ClearBlue Markets Fredericq Peigneux, Head of Public Affairs, Heidelberg Materials Faidon Kosmas Prokopios, Group Head of New Technologies & Manufacturing Decarbonization at TITAN Cement Group and more… Hope to see you there! #DCEU24 #decarbconnecteurope #decarbconnect #decarbonisation #carbonemissions #carbon #carboncapture #alternativefuels #energyefficiency #ccus #circularity Decarb Connect

Continuing the well-established annual dialogue among the EC, JRC, HaDEA, and EU-funded projects, the 2024 Raw Materials Information System (RMIS) workshop (https://lnkd.in/esfg3c8b) took place on 9 and 10 October in Brussels. Its main objective was to discuss how outputs from EU-funded projects and other initiatives can be effectively integrated into the RMIS to support policy development and implementation. I was honored to attend this workshop and present the ReActiv Project on behalf of the consortium. This EU-funded project focuses on creating a symbiotic value chain between the alumina production and cement industries by turning bauxite residue into a supplementary cementitious material (SCM) for cement applications. ReActiv is a concrete example of how cross-sectoral collaboration can unlock innovative solutions for a more sustainable and circular future.” Congratulations to the organizers, JRC and HaDEA, for a successful event, and a special shout-out to Dimos Paraskevas for introducing ReActiv. Stay tuned for the latest advancements. Check ReActiv news here: https://lnkd.in/eBxZrqK4! #ReActiv #EuropeanAluminium #InnovationHub #sustainability #bauxiteresidue #SCM #cement

🌟 Delighted to be part of the multidisciplinary Philip Lee LLP team that assisted Heygaz Biomethane, S.L. on its agreement to acquire Ormonde Organics Ltd, a leading Irish biomethane platform. 🌾 As Ireland strives to meet its climate goals and commitments, the development of the biomethane sector is crucial and needs to happen at pace. Biomethane not only helps reduce Ireland's reliance on imported fossil fuels but also supports the circular economy by turning waste into valuable energy. It also reduces greenhouse gas emissions and mitigates methane emissions from agriculture and waste sectors and creates new revenue streams. 🔋 This transaction follows on from the recent publication of the Irish Government's National Biomethane Strategy (see our recent post on the Strategy - https://lnkd.in/dQcZDvvE). Stay tuned for more updates as we continue to work with stakeholders to develop the biomethane sector in Ireland. #Biomethane #SustainableEnergy #Ireland #ClimateAction 

Today on #Polyestertime ( https://lnkd.in/d39DZMFf  ) you can read:   -#LyondellBasell Expands Core #PP Business with 35% Stake in #NATPET -#LibertyCoca-ColaBeverages Unveils #SustainablePackagingTechnology -#AnchorPackaging Joins #CyclyxConsortium for #PlasticRecyclingInnovation -#MuraTechnology Confirms Elite for UK Advanced #RecyclingFacility -#Bio-based and #BiodegradablePlastics Industries in China Policy framework, market trends, technologies and outlook for #PLA, #PA, #PHA and #PBAT Hürth, 28 May 2024: The new report by nova-Institute presents a timely market analysis of China’s #bio-based and #biodegradableplastics industries and markets in 2024 -Spanish #PackagingScrap Stats Boosted by 'Fake Data' -#Tecnimont to build #low-carbonammonia plant in UAE

Romania’s Chimcomplex works with UK research firm to produce CO2-based polyols 23 October 2024 Chimcomplex (BVB: CRC), Romania’s largest chemical group, and Econic Technologies, a UK-based deep tech company, have signed a memorandum of understanding to explore the potential production of CO2-based polyols. This collaboration aims to enhance sustainability and improve material performance across various industries while introducing Econic’s sustainable polyol technology to the European market.

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📊 Despite turbulence in the biomethane market, planning and construction activities for waste and residue-based biomethane projects have increased. This is according to the 'Biomethane 2024 industry barometer'. An increase of around ten plants per year is expected in the coming years. Although this is less than the industry had planned before the price collapse in GHG quota trading, it is "well above the average expansion of recent years", according to the report. 🌱 In a difficult market in which two large biomethane traders, bmp greengas GmbH and Landwärme GmbH, filed for bankruptcy, entrepreneurs took advantage of their opportunities, according to the report. According to the survey of German and European companies in the biomethane sector, portfolio diversification and knowledge building are the most urgent tasks for the coming years: https://lnkd.in/eAmywhvq #biomethane #insolvency #barometer #industry #news

We were delighted to be a part of the IrBEA Bioenergy Webinar exploring industry insights and analysis of the New Biomethane Strategy. Declan Murray our CEO spoke about the concerns that the strategy does not sufficiently support the future of Biomethane in Ireland. Ireland's AD industry is the most underdeveloped in Europe, and we need to consider adopting ongoing operational supports similar to those in other European countries rather than relying solely on capital grants which will drive up development costs. There is a lack of engagement with the industry and lack of change in driving policy. For example, our current planning and licensing system is inadequate for the industry's needs. Further market certainty is needed from the Government to attract investment in a sector that has massive potential. See the full webinar https://lnkd.in/g3p9UPC9