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Editorial illustration showing how EU decisions on RED IV, emissions trading (ETS) and ReFuelEU Aviation will shape demand for synthetic fuels after 2030. EU institutions, an e-fuel tanker truck, an aircraft and an e-methanol ship represent European production and transport, while pipelines lead towards Switzerland, highlighting its dependence on future e-fuel imports.

Politics & regulations, Power-to-X News

After 2030: Europe decides whether e-fuels keep a demand signal – and Switzerland will import the result

October 21, 2026 — 0 Comments

Cinematic infographic showing an Iveco truck transporting dimethyl ether (DME) through the Swiss Alps, alongside a detailed cutaway of the FPT Cursor 11 engine and the molecular structure of DME (CH₃–O–CH₃). Research by Empa and FPT Motorenforschung demonstrates that DME can achieve diesel-level efficiency with virtually zero soot emissions and only minor engine modifications. The illustration highlights renewable DME production from green hydrogen and recycled CO₂, reduced exhaust after-treatment requirements, efficient part-load operation and the potential to meet future Euro 7 emission standards.

Innovation, Power-to-X News, SPIN Members

Diesel efficiency without soot: Swiss research puts DME in an Iveco truck engine

October 20, 2026 — 0 Comments

Power-to-X News

Power-to-X week in review: €2.1 billion for eSAF, $130 billion for hydrogen, and a pipeline into BMW’s Leipzig plant

October 19, 2026 — 0 Comments

Editorial illustration showing France and Germany’s agreement on a proposed new category of zero-emission vehicles (VEEFs) powered exclusively by eligible renewable and low-carbon fuels. The Eiffel Tower and Brandenburg Gate symbolise the Franco-German initiative, while an e-fuel-powered passenger car, a truck and a renewable fuel station illustrate potential applications. An infographic highlights the proposed regulatory framework, including zero-emission status, eligible fuels, flexible implementation timing and technical safeguards. A map of Europe highlights France and Germany. The headline reads: “Paris and Berlin agree on zero-emission vehicles.”

Food for thought, Politics & regulations, Power-to-X News

Paris and Berlin put it in writing: VEEFs are to become zero-emission vehicles

October 19, 2026 — 1 Comment

Cinematic illustration of INERATEC’s ERA ONE Power-to-Liquid plant in Frankfurt-Höchst, showing how renewable hydrogen and recycled CO₂ are converted into synthetic crude through Fischer-Tropsch synthesis and subsequently upgraded into sustainable aviation fuel (e-SAF). A Lufthansa aircraft symbolises the aviation application. An inset illustrates Zeopore’s advanced zeolite catalysts, which improve hydrocracking efficiency, increase kerosene yields and reduce hydrogen consumption by double-digit percentages. The infographic highlights how on-site upgrading, improved catalysts and lower hydrogen demand can reduce the production costs of synthetic aviation fuel.

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Less hydrogen, more kerosene: how INERATEC is making e-SAF cheaper at ERA ONE

October 16, 2026 — 0 Comments

Rolls-Royce mtu emergency power generator connected to a tank of INERATEC MATERA e-Diesel outside a modern data centre, with illuminated server racks and a Swiss cityscape at dusk. An infographic highlights laboratory test results, including compliance with selected EN 15940 requirements, fuel stability, compatibility with engine specifications and a calorific value comparable to fossil diesel. The image illustrates the potential of synthetic diesel made from renewable hydrogen and recycled CO₂ to defossilise backup power systems without replacing existing generators.

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Backup power without fossil diesel: Rolls-Royce tests INERATEC’s e-Diesel for data centres

October 15, 2026 — 0 Comments

INERATEC MATERA e-Wax: synthetic Fischer-Tropsch wax made from recycled CO₂ and renewable hydrogen, delivered for food applications

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From molecules to meals: INERATEC ships its first commercial e-wax batch for food applications

October 14, 2026 — 0 Comments

Power-to-X feature image showing an e-methanol production plant, a hydrogen fuel truck, an e-SAF aircraft and an e-fuel tanker, illustrating the need for reliable demand to finance synthetic fuel production. An infographic highlights the global pipeline of around 300 e-fuel projects, with 76% still in concept or feasibility, 14% in FEED, 6% at final investment decision or construction, and less than 0.1% in operation, while road transport, aviation, shipping and chemicals represent key demand markets.

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Capacity is not the bottleneck. Bankable demand is.

October 13, 2026 — 0 Comments

Feature image illustrating the €2.1 billion eSAF funding initiative by Germany, Austria and Luxembourg, showing their financial contributions and Switzerland’s potential participation in the joint auction. A Swiss airport with aircraft, renewable hydrogen, recycled CO₂ and sustainable aviation fuel infrastructure highlights how double-sided auctions could help finance eSAF production and strengthen Switzerland’s fossil-free aviation fuel supply.

Food for thought, Politics & regulations, Power-to-X News

€2.1 billion for eSAF next door: three ways Switzerland could join the auction

October 12, 2026 — 0 Comments

Illustration of the proposed German-French compromise on EU car regulations for 2035, showing a combustion-engine car refuelling with renewable e-fuel, the Brandenburg Gate, Eiffel Tower and EU flags. An infographic highlights the proposed 80% target for zero-emission vehicles and a potential 20% share for vehicles running exclusively on renewable fuels (VEEF).

Food for thought, Politics & regulations, Power-to-X News

Berlin and Paris agree on VEEF: a way out of the 2035 combustion engine ban for climate fuel cars

October 9, 2026 — 1 Comment