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A used cooking oil methyl ester (UCOME) processing facility.

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European Waste Feedstock Markets Stabilize as Trade Woes Persist

After some recent ups and downs, waste feedstock prices in Europe have begun to stabilize. This comes on the back of a modest recovery in the UCOME (Used Cooking Oil Methyl Ester) market, which has already started to ease pressure on producer...

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An Overview of the Updated EUDR Guidance: Implications for Wood Exports

On April 14, 2025, the European Commission released updated guidance and a revised FAQ on the EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR), aiming to refine...

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What the Closure of Major Fluff Pulp Mill Tells Us About the Direction of the Market

In a move that has drawn attention across the pulp and paper industry, International Paper (IP) announced the closure of its Georgetown, South...

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Beyond Tariffs: A Nuanced Look at US-Canada Lumber Trade

The US-Canada lumber trade is a cornerstone of the North American forest products industry, frequently spotlighted for its tariff disputes and...

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An airplane being fueled with SAF juxtaposed with a computer screen displaying

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IATA Launches Global SAF Registry, But Can We Reach Its Targets?

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) just took a major step toward making sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) more transparent, traceable,...

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Private vs. Public: How US Tissue Capacity Is Shifting

For decades, the US tissue and towel industry was dominated by large, publicly traded corporations. Names like Kimberly-Clark, Procter & Gamble, and...

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caustic soda flakes

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Understanding the Caustic Soda Shortage: The Downstream Impact of Weak PVC Demand

The global caustic soda market has experienced a notable shortage in recent months, primarily driven by reduced demand for polyvinyl chloride (PVC)...

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A pulp and paper facility with a circular CO2 sign, indicating the use of CDR to reduce emissions.

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Microsoft, CO280 Sign Landmark CO2 Deal for CDR in Pulp & Paper

In a major move that underscores the growing momentum in the carbon dioxide removal (CDR) market, Microsoft has signed a landmark agreement with...

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Green Innovations in the Pulp and Paper Industry: A Monthly Recap

In recent years, the pulp and paper industry has emerged as a pivotal player in the global movement towards sustainability. As environmental concerns...

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A commercial shipping vessel loaded with cargo with the words

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Methanol’s Emerging Role in the Bunkering Market

Global efforts to decarbonize the maritime sector have increasingly focused on reducing emissions from shipping and fishing vessels. As we’ve...

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