Japan's Eneos and Toppan aim to turn waste paper into eco-friendly fuel

Field test to take place in 2027 with goal to commercialize tech in fiscal 2030

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Waste paper is seen as a viable alternative biofuel source that will not compete with foodstuffs. © Reuters

MAO KAWANO

TOKYO -- Energy company Eneos will soon launch a pilot initiative with printing group Toppan Holdings to recycle discarded paper into bioethanol, part of an effort to find a stable supply of the decarbonized fuel.

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