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Senator Jerry Gotora criticizes the Zimbabwe Energy Regulatory Authority for recent fuel price hikes, questioning their justification given the country's ability to store fuel for extended periods.

Fuel prices in Minas Gerais, Brazil, have risen for the third consecutive week due to geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, particularly the conflict involving the US, Israel, and Iran.

Senator Jerry Gotora of Zimbabwe questions the high fuel prices in his country, suggesting that local production, particularly through ethanol blending, should help lower costs.

Zimbabwe Senator Jerry Gotora argues that local fuel production and infrastructure should lower fuel prices in the country.

The Brazilian government is considering increasing the ethanol mix in gasoline and offering tax exemptions for biodiesel to mitigate the impact of rising oil prices due to geopolitical tensions.

A new corn and sorghum ethanol plant in Uruçuí, Brazil, is set to enhance the biofuel supply in Piauí with significant investments and production capabilities.

A Special Investigation Team (SIT) has been formed to investigate the murders of two senior officials at an HPCL ethanol plant in Badaun, India, following orders from Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath.

Harshit Mishra's mother, Rani Devi, expressed her anguish and anger over her son's murder, questioning the indifference of local officials despite previous warnings about threats to his life.

A former employee shot and killed the general manager and injured the assistant general manager at the HPCL ethanol plant in Badaun, India, reportedly due to a grudge over his dismissal.

A shooting incident at HPCL's ethanol plant has resulted in the deaths of two individuals.

A shocking incident occurred at the Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited ethanol plant in Badaun, Uttar Pradesh, where General Manager Sudhir Kumar Gupta and Assistant General Manager Harshit Mishra were shot dead.

Raízen has filed for extrajudicial recovery to restructure its R$ 65 billion debt, largely due to investments in second-generation ethanol and new technologies.

The upcoming sugarcane harvest in central-southern Brazil is projected to increase by 4%, alongside a record amount of ethanol produced, despite ongoing geopolitical uncertainties.

The blockade of the Hormuz Strait amid the Israel-Iran conflict has led to significant price increases in essential commodities such as aluminum and helium.

Journalist María Julia Oliván shared photos of her scars on social media, nearly nine months after a severe accident caused by ethanol that burned 25% of her body.

Tamara Aparecida da Silva Sabino Cestaro, who suffered severe burns trying to ignite a pot with ethanol, has died in a Bauru hospital.

Australia's sugar industry advocates for a national ethanol mandate to mitigate fuel price surges due to the ongoing conflict in Iran.

A woman suffered severe burns covering 60% of her body after an explosion while attempting to light a fire using ethanol at the Jurumirim Reservoir in Piraju, Brazil.

Negotiations for the capitalization of Raízen, a major sugar and ethanol producer, failed as co-owners Cosan and Shell could not come to an agreement on the financial contributions needed.

Shell Brazil has committed R$ 3.5 billion to capitalizing Raízen, contingent on a proportional investment from its partner Cosan.

John Deere unveiled a high-power tractor prototype that runs on E98 ethanol at the Commodity Classic in San Antonio, Texas, emphasizing the potential for field-generated fuel.

Experts suggest that increasing ethanol content in gasoline could lead to lower prices, enhanced supply security, and reduced emissions in Mexico.

The US ethanol industry has offered technical and regulatory support to Mexico to integrate ethanol into its gasoline and improve air quality amid restrictions and regulatory uncertainty.

The Indian government has mandated the sale of E20 ethanol-blended petrol across all states and union territories from April 1, 2026.

The European Chemicals Agency has approved the use of ethanol in hand sanitizers and other disinfectants, but left unanswered the question regarding its potential cancer risk and impact on fertility.

Starting April 1, petrol pumps across India will be mandated to sell petrol blended with 20% ethanol as per the government directive.

The US ethanol industry has offered technical and regulatory assistance to Mexico to help incorporate more ethanol into gasoline to improve air quality amidst national energy policy restrictions.

Cosan and Shell are in advanced talks to inject new capital into their Brazilian sugar and ethanol joint venture, Raízen, with a significant investment coming from BTG Pactual.

A tank truck tipped over in Sacomã, São Paulo, crushing a car; thankfully, no injuries were reported despite a significant fuel leak.

John Deere is set to unveil a nearly pure ethanol tractor at the Commodity Classic in Texas, marking a significant shift in agricultural energy policies.

Sorghum cultivation is rapidly increasing in Brazil, with production expected to exceed 219% compared to five years ago, leading to broader applications in human and pet diets.

Sugarcane mills in Catanduva, Brazil, are actively maintaining their equipment during the off-season to ensure readiness for the upcoming harvest.

The article discusses the role of alcohol in cocktails, emphasizing that ethanol should enhance flavor rather than simply induce intoxication.

Raízen is set to receive a capital injection from its controlling shareholders Cosan and Shell following a significant financial loss in the last quarter of the previous year.

Brazilian sugar and ethanol producer Raízen reported a sixfold increase in its net loss for Q4, reaching approximately R$ 15.65 billion amid a challenging macroeconomic environment.

New de-alcoholization technologies enable renowned brands, like Spain's Freixenet, to preserve sensory properties of grapes without ethanol, catering to consumers from pregnant women to athletes.

A survey by the municipal Procon revealed that fuel prices in Taubaté can vary by up to 27%, with the largest difference seen in S10 diesel prices.