The European Commission has published the first CBAM certificate price for Q1 2026 at €75.36 per tonne of CO₂. In 2026, CBAM certificate prices are published quarterly. From 2027, they are expected to move to a weekly basis. The definitive CBAM regime started on 1 January 2026, while the actual purchase of certificates begins from…

Food Waste Oil (FWO) is increasingly recognized as a relevant and compliant feedstock for the production of sustainable biofuels in Europe and beyond. Below is a structured overview addressing the key commercial, technical, and regulatory aspects. What is Food Waste Oil (FWO)/Recovered Vegetable Oil (RVO)? Food Waste Oil refers to vegetable-based oils and fats that…

During the holiday period, we continued operations and received another barge shipment of petroleum coke — this time calcined petroleum coke (CPC) — for a customer outside Europe. Key highlights: Continuous operations during the holiday period, ensuring uninterrupted logistics. Our handling capabilities include: bulk storage in covered warehouses; repacking into big bags, enabling flexible storage…

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As this year comes to an end, we find ourselves celebrating new beginnings. Prime Elements may be young, yet fresh ideas and renewed energy can lead to meaningful results — and we are grateful to share this journey with partners like you.
Thank you sincerely for your trust, cooperation, and support throughout the…

As battery demand soars, the need for sustainable solutions across the battery value chain is becoming urgent — and that includes what happens after batteries die. Recycling is no longer optional. By 2030, over 2 million tons of end-of-life (EoL) lithium-ion batteries will require recycling annually, according to McKinsey & Company (2023 report). But what…

Behind every high-performance lithium-ion battery (LIB) is a carefully engineered anode made of carbon. But how exactly is this material produced — and what role do petroleum byproducts play in its journey from raw feedstock to finished anode?
This post takes you behind the scenes of the anode production process, spotlighting key materials like calcined…

From smartphones to electric vehicles and renewable energy storage, batteries are the silent enablers of our daily lives. Their importance will only grow: by 2030, global demand for lithium-ion batteries (LIBs) is expected to grow more than fivefold, driven primarily by EV adoption and grid-scale energy storage solutions (IEA, 2023). But what powers the battery,…

Biogas and its upgraded form, biomethane, are at the forefront of Europe’s shift toward renewable, circular, and locally produced energy. As decarbonization accelerates, these bio-based gases are becoming key enablers of energy security, agricultural valorization, and industrial transformation.
What is Biogas and Biomethane?
Biogas is produced through anaerobic digestion, a process where microorganisms break down…

First- and Second-Generation Biodiesel & Bionaphtha: Understanding the Differences and Opportunities
As the global energy and chemical sectors pivot toward decarbonization, renewable fuels such as biodiesel and bionaphtha are gaining momentum. But not all renewable fuels are created equal. Here's a breakdown of first-generation and second-generation biodiesel, as well as bionaphtha, highlighting how they are produced and where they are used.
1st Generation Biodiesel (FAME)
Process…