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Enerkem is proud to announce that Repsol’s Board has officially approved the FID for the Ecoplanta project.

Technip Energies and Enerkem announce the official signing of their Collaboration Agreement

Enerkem is pleased to announce the appointment of Michel Chornet as its new Chief Executive Officer (CEO), succeeding Dominique Boies in this role.

Enerkem announced today that it will be retiring its Enerkem Alberta Biofuels (EAB) plant in Edmonton.

Enerkem and Technip Energies partner to advance biofuels & circular chemicals from non-recyclable waste.

Enerkem, pioneering bio-methanol from waste, and Dimeta, off-grid energy leaders, begin studies for waste-to-DME projects.

Enerkem CEO Dominique Boies appoints Luc J. Messier as COO, overseeing technical, engineering, projects, and supply chain operations for global deployment.

NOVA Chemicals and Enerkem advance chemical recycling tech to pilot stage in Edmonton, Alberta, with CDN$4.5 million from Alberta Innovates.

Enerkem secures $255M in financing for low-carbon biofuels and circular chemicals from waste materials.

Ecoplanta receives EU Innovation Fund grant for its non-recyclable waste project, selected from 300+ submissions for climate impact.

Enerkem is proud to announce that, it has been selected as the winner of “The Sky’s the Limit Challenge” hosted by Natural Resources Canada.

El Morell waste recovery project by Enerkem, SUEZ, and Repsol pre-selected by EU Commission for climate impact, waste reduction, and innovation.

Enerkem, biofuels leader, makes forest biomass to aviation fuel breakthrough. Commercialization follows Sky's the Limit Challenge selection.

Partners transform Rotterdam waste-to-chemicals project into waste-to-jet to meet demand for sustainable aviation fuel, with RCF support.

Enerkem's CAD$875M Varennes biofuel plant partnership with Shell, Suncor, and Proman, backed by Québec and Canadian governments.

Enerkem Inc. appoints Peter J. Nieuwenhuizen as VP for Technology Strategy & Deployment.

In memory of Enerkem's Cofounder and Executive Chairman Vincent Chornet.

Enerkem Inc., waste-to-biofuels leader, named finalist in The Sky's the Limit Challenge at CEM10 & MI-4 event in Canada.

Enerkem secures C$76.3M in financing, with contributions from existing investors and a new investor, Suncor Energy Inc.

Vincent Chornet, Co-founder and CEO of Enerkem Inc., a waste-to-biofuels leader, honored with 2018 EY Quebec Entrepreneur Of The Year Award in Cleantech.

Waste-to-biofuels firm commits to support climate action, endorses Ocean Plastics Charter at G7 Ministerial Meeting.

Enerkem, a top waste-to-biofuels producer, creates renewable bio-dimethyl ether from biomethanol, a climate-friendly diesel alternative.

Enerkem introduces high-performance biofuel at ACS meeting in New Orleans, enhancing octane and reducing carbon footprint.

Project to be first of its kind in Europe to provide a sustainable alternative solution for non-recyclable plastics and other mixed wastes.

In addition to new investors BlackRock and Sinobioway, existing investors also participated in this financing.

Enerkem secures C$125M from Sinobioway for equity, licenses, equipment, and joint venture to build 100+ facilities in China by 2035.

Enerkem's EPA-approved plant, 1st for MSW-to-cellulosic ethanol, enables entry into the largest global biofuel market.

Enerkem initiates commercial cellulosic ethanol production from non-recyclable waste, a global first at Edmonton, AB facility.

Enerkem Inc., a global leader in waste-to-biofuels and renewable chemicals, achieves the lowest carbon intensity rating for its ethanol in British Columbia.

Enerkem's Edmonton facility, a waste-to-biofuels and chemicals plant, achieved all operational milestones set by its senior lender, Integrated Asset Management (IAM).

Enerkem appoints Dominique Boies as EVP and CFO, a leading waste-to-biofuels and renewable chemicals company.

Enerkem's Edmonton facility is the first ISCC certified plant converting waste into biomethanol, a groundbreaking achievement.

Enerkem, a waste-to-biofuels and chemicals producer, chosen for Solutions COP21, an event showcasing climate change solutions.

Enerkem appoints Robert Shaw as SVP and CFO, a waste-to-biofuels and chemicals producer.

Enerkem raises C$152.6 million, starts biomethanol production from non-recyclable household waste in Edmonton, Canada.

Enerkem partners with AkzoNobel to explore waste-to-chemicals facilities in Europe, combining waste-to-biofuels expertise with specialty chemicals.

Enerkem signs an agreement with Qingdao City Construction Investment Group to jointly build a waste-to-biofuels facility in Qingdao.

Enerkem signs an agreement with Shanghai Environmental Group in the presence of the Quebec Premier during a mission to China.

Enerkem partners with Shanghai Marine Diesel Engine Research Institute (SMDERI) to develop a waste-to-biofuels facility in China.

The Global Cleantech 100 showcases the most promising private cleantech companies capable of making a major impact on the market.

Enerkem inaugurates its Edmonton municipal waste-to-biofuels and chemicals facility, with participation from CEO Vincent Chornet and local officials.

Enerkem's R&D project to convert waste CO2 and natural gas into chemicals is a finalist in CCEMC's Grand Challenge for carbon-based products.

Clean technology in Canada is progressing rapidly, aiming to become a $50 billion industry by 2022, with Enerkem's participation.

Enerkem commences commissioning at their waste-to-biofuels facility in Edmonton, CEO reveals at Canadian Renewable Fuels Summit in Montreal.

Enerkem, spécialisée dans les biocarburants et produits chimiques verts, se classe en tête pour la croissance à court terme et est nommée Global Cleantech 100 en 2013.

Minister Joe Oliver backs Enerkem-GreenField venture with SDTC funding for a cellulosic ethanol plant in Quebec, from $734,500 to potentially $39.8 million.

2013 Don Klass Award for Excellence in Thermochemical Conversion Science at the event held last night in Chicago by the Gas Technology Institute.

Enerkem Inc. secures C$50 million in financing, bringing 2013 equity investment to C$87 million with Investissement Québec and existing investors.

Enerkem invites media to unveil investments promoting a green economy in Québec.

Enerkem, a Québec-based waste-to-biofuels and renewable chemicals company, invites media to unveil investments for a green economy in Québec.

Enerkem launches a research project with the Canadian government to develop catalytic processes for converting waste into drop-in biofuels.

Enerkem welcomes the first employees to its Edmonton biofuels facility, under construction, using city waste to create jobs and renewable fuels.

Enerkem is looking to fill 30 permanent positions at its Edmonton biofuels plant, with a recruitment day on October 27.

Enerkem partners with Université de Sherbrooke to train employees and future leaders in a skills development program.

Enerkem Inc., a waste-to-biofuels and chemicals company, recognized in 2012 as a Global Cleantech 100 by Cleantech Group.

Enerkem produces cellulosic ethanol from waste at its demonstration facility in Westbury, Quebec.

Le gouvernement du Québec investit 27 millions de dollars dans une usine de bioéthanol cellulosique en partenariat avec Enerkem et GreenField Ethanol.

Enerkem Inc. plans an IPO for its common shares in the US and Canada, with Goldman Sachs, Credit Suisse, and BMO Capital Markets as joint bookrunners.

Carl Rush of Waste Management joins the Board of Directors of Enerkem, a specialist in biofuels and chemicals derived from waste.

Waste Management and EB Investments invest C$15 million in Enerkem's Alberta biofuels project, bringing total financing to C$103 million.

Enerkem Inc. rises to 7th place in Biofuels Digest's 50 Hottest Companies in Bioenergy, climbing steadily over the past three years.

Jim Conner joins Enerkem as Senior VP, Operations, bringing 25+ years of experience from Celanese Corp. in acetyl products and polymers.

Anton de Vries, a seasoned fuels and chemicals executive with over three decades of international experience, joins Enerkem Inc.'s board of directors.

Larry MacDonald joins Enerkem Inc.'s board of directors, bringing 30 years of senior executive experience at NOVA Chemicals Corporation.

Enerkem signs an offtake agreement with Methanex Corporation to sell methanol produced at its Edmonton facility, a waste-to-biofuels and chemicals plant.

Enerkem secures C$29M via equity and debt, including investors like The Westly Group, Fondaction CSN, and Quince Associates.

Enerkem Inc., a waste-to-biofuels and bio-chemicals company, congratulates CEO Vincent Chornet on being an Ernst & Young Entrepreneur Of The Year finalist.

Advanced energy research facility in Edmonton, Alberta, will lead to more sustainable products

Valero Energy Corp., Ultramar's parent company, becomes a strategic investor in Enerkem Inc.'s latest financing round, a leader in waste-to-biofuels and chemicals.

Enerkem secures C$59 million in financing with participation from Valero Energy Corp., alongside existing investors like Waste Management and Rho Ventures.

Enerkem Inc. appoints Jean-François Normand as Vice President, Project Management, enhancing its waste-to-biofuels and advanced chemicals operations.

Enerkem Inc., a top waste-to-biofuels company, recognized as one of Fast Company's World's 50 Most Innovative Companies in 2011.

Enerkem Inc.'s U.S. affiliate, Enerkem Corporation, secures a $80 million USDA loan guarantee for a waste-to-biofuels project in Mississippi.

Enerkem appoints Philippe Burton as Vice President, Human Resources, strengthening its position in waste-to-biofuels and chemicals.

Enerkem wins 16th place in the annual Top 50 Bioenergy Companies competition.

Dirk E. Andreas becomes Senior VP, Business Development, North America, and Patrice Ouimet is promoted to Senior VP and CFO.

Enerkem confirms its position as a leader in the commercialization of new biofuels

Enerkem, leader in residual biofuels, named one of the top 100 cleantech companies at the 2010 Global Cleantech Awards.

Industrial experience and excellent knowledge of the chemical market - an asset for Enerkem

World's first commercial production of transportation fuels from household waste.

Enerkem Alberta Biofuels, with the City of Edmonton and Alberta government, marks the groundbreaking for a waste-to-biofuels plant, reducing GHG emissions.

Funding for a demonstration project to improve the reduction of greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions in biofuel production.

Enerkem GreenField Alberta Biofuels (EGAB) reçoit un financement du ministère de l'Énergie de l'Alberta pour son usine de biocarburants à Edmonton.

Timothy J. Cesarek, Managing Director of Waste Management's Organic Growth Group (NYSE: WM), has joined Enerkem as a Director.

Waste Management and Enerkem, announced a strategic investment by Waste Management in Enerkem, as part of Enerkem's new financing round.

Patrice Ouimet joins Enerkem as VP and CFO, reinforcing the company's leadership in advanced biofuels and chemicals.

Enerkem, through its subsidiary, receives $50 million from the U.S. Department of Energy for its biofuels plant in Pontotoc, Mississippi.

Enerkem, leading waste-to-biofuels recycler, named one of 10 eco-tech companies for 2009 by Corporate Knights, a Toronto Stock Exchange announcement.

Vincent Chornet, speaks today at the Platts 4th Annual Cellulosic Ethanol and 2nd Generation Biofuels Conference.

Enerkem's CTO, Dr. Esteban Chornet, received a 2009 Synergy Award for Innovation in Ottawa for waste-to-biofuels technology.

Enerkem's future biofuel plant will provide green energy for Strathcona County

Enerkem launches construction of the Advanced Energy Research Centre with the City of Edmonton and the Government of Alberta.

The research center is part of a major initiative by the City of Edmonton, Enerkem and the Government of Alberta, through AERI.

The plant enables Edmonton to increase its municipal waste detour rate from 60% to 90% and produce an alternative transportation fuel.

The project will recycle and convert 60% of the Three Rivers region's waste.

The company was recognized as one of the leaders in green technology innovation for 2009.

Enerkem's management team is strengthened by the appointment of commercial lawyer Jocelyn Auger as Vice President, Legal Affairs.

Milestone bringing Enerkem closer to its goal of becoming the world's leading producer of biofuels and biochemicals.

Esteban Chornet, co-founder and Chief Technology Officer of Enerkem, receives the Green Fuels Award for his contribution to renewable fuels in Canada.

Enerkem Inc. appoints Mr. Denis Arguin VP Engineering and Ms. Marie-Hélène Labrie VP Government Affairs and Communications.