(Bioenergy Insight) Bioenergy Insight caught up with Giulia Cancian, secretary general of the European Biogas Association (EBA) at this year’s European Biogas Conference. “This year, we’re talking about the transition towards net-zero, but we are putting a big focus on resilience,” said Cancian,
The Potential of Renewable Diesel
by Carrie Song (Neste/NGT News) ... There have been arguments suggesting that renewable liquid fuels are just the bridging solutions before all the vehicles and equipment transition to electric or hydrogen. However, recently a number of car giants have made changes to their all electric fleets plan – this shows that there’s no silver bullet to tackle the GHG emissions issue. A solution that works perfectly for one industry may not work for another. To make a meaningful climate impact, it’s important to adopt the best available technologies and act immediately.
According to a recent research from the Energy Technology Forum, for the largest commercial vehicles, the internal combustion engine (ICE) is predicted to be the power source for 75% of the new vehicles. The staying power of advanced ICE is even more pronounced in heavy-duty off-road applications in agriculture, construction, marine, rail and power generation.
At the moment, no batteries or hydrogen fueled vehicles can deliver the same endurance and strong performance that ICE engines are currently capable of. Renewable diesel is a perfect solution for these heavy-duty applications to immediately reduce their GHG emissions.
Renewable diesel’s boom
Our company began producing renewable diesel in the early 2000s and has observed how this solution has matured and is now endorsed by the heavy-duty sectors. Today, the majority of renewable diesel in the U.S. is consumed on the West Coast, where producers can take advantage of RIN credits from the Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS) program and the Blender Tax Credit, along with state-level LCFS-style programs in California, Oregon and Washington.
Over time, continued technology development and increased supply will continue to accelerate renewable fuel adoption. However, for producers, long-term, stable incentive programs are key to maintain renewable fuels’ momentum and phase out the use of fossil fuels.
In addition to government support, the private sector can do its part to create synergies that foster renewable fuel procurement and generate more public awareness of the benefits related to renewable diesel, so more businesses can get to know, adopt and endorse this lower-emission solution.
Meeting future demand
There are several different technology pathways to produce renewable diesel. Currently, hydrotreating is the most common pathway used by commercial fuel producers, with animal fats, used cooking oil, and greases being the most common raw materials.
Research from World Economic Forum and McKinsey suggests that up to 40 million tons of waste and residue materials annually can be available for renewable fuel production by 2030. However, this is not sufficient to meet long-term forecasted demand.
As a result, producers are continuing to work toward increasing the availability of these renewable raw materials while also developing technologies to diversify supply with new scalable materials, such as algae and novel vegetable oils produced by regenerative farming practices. These raw materials can play a crucial role in meeting the growing global demand for renewable products.
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Our company has been exploring different regenerative agricultural concepts for several years and is currently conducting over 60 field trials in several regions with a variety of crops to identify most promising concepts for scale-up. Each project is carefully assessed in terms of its impact on soil health, carbon sequestration potential and GHG emissions savings, biodiversity promotion, and economic viability.
We have set a target to increase the availability of novel vegetable oils to reach 20% of our raw material pool by 2035. We are also looking at ways to reuse waste plastics and power to X and hope to commercialize some of these solutions in the 2030s.
The development of these raw materials require partners and larger ecosystems for innovation, development and commercialization.
Continue to grow the momentum
Beyond the U.S. West Coast, it has been interesting to watch other states begin to contemplate LCFS-style programs throughout the country. New Mexico just passed its clean fuel standard this year, and we have seen more than a dozen states file similar legislation, from New Jersey and Massachusetts to Michigan and Minnesota, and Hawaii to round out the West Coast corridor.
Collaboration through the entire value chain is also crucial to keep the momentum growing – from producers to end users, each party in the energy ecosystem has a role to play, from researching and piloting novel raw materials to investing in these technologies, and to endorsing and adopting lower-emission solutions like renewable diesel. READ MORE
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QUOTE OF THE WEEK --- Todd Brix
If you capture one ton of CO2 from the air or a flue gas stack and bury it, you’ve removed one ton of CO2 from the atmosphere. If, however, you convert that one ton of captured CO2 to make one ton of product that is otherwise made from fossil fuels, which emits seven tons of CO2, you’ve avoided seven tons of CO2 emissions, not just one ton. -- Todd Brix, OCOchem's CEO READ MORE
California Governor Puts E15 in the Fast Lane
by Cindy Zimmerman (Energy.AgWired.com) California Governor Gavin Newsom on Friday gave a surprise boost to the ethanol industry by issuing a directive to the California Air Resources Board (CARB) to accelerate studying how California could increase ethanol blending in gasoline to allow the sales of E15.
“There’s massive potential for this to be a win-win for Californians: lowering gas prices by up to twenty cents per gallon while keeping our air clean. It builds on our efforts to keep gas prices low by holding Big Oil accountable and helping prevent price spikes at the pump,” said Newsom.
The Renewable Fuels Association immediately praised Gov. Newsom for taking this action since California is the only state in the country that bans the sale of lower-cost, lower-carbon E15. “Not only does E15 reduce greenhouse gas emissions and harmful tailpipe pollution, but it also delivers significant savings at the pump,” said RFA President and CEO Geoff Cooper. “Allowing the sale of E15 would provide economic relief to California families, while at the same time providing important environmental benefits.”
Gov. Newson cited a recent study conducted by the University of California, Berkeley and the United States Naval Academy, showing that just allowing the sale of E15 could lower gas prices in California by up to $0.20 per gallon and save Californians as much as $2.7 billion annually. That study was sponsored by the Renewable Fuel Association. “Consumers would save about $200 per household there,” said RFA Chief Economist Scott Richman who contributed to the study. “And it would be low income households that would benefit the most from this.”
Listen to an interview with Richman about the study: RFA Chief Economist Scott Richman 6:38 READ MORE; includes AUDIO
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- Renewable Fuels Association applauds California for directing expedited approval of E15 (Brownfield Ag News; includes AUDIO)
- Governor directs state agency to offer cheaper, cleaner fuel -- Gov. Gavin Newsom asks California Air Resources Board to approve fuel containing a higher percentage of ethanol, meaning it costs less to make and emits less carbon (MidValley Times)
Excerpt from Renewable Fuels Association: The Renewable Fuels Association today applauded California Gov. Gavin Newsom for directing the state’s Air Resources Board (CARB) to expedite the approval of E15, gasoline containing 15 percent ethanol. California is the only state in the country that doesn’t currently allow the sale of lower-cost, lower-carbon E15.
In a letter to CARB Chair Liane Randolph today, Gov. Newsom wrote, “Given the potential for allowing E15 gasoline to increase fuel supply and reduce gasoline prices, with little to no environmental harm, it is prudent for CARB to prioritize resources that would allow for the expeditious completion of this process. Therefore, I am directing CARB to accelerate its action on this critical issue.”
In a related news release, Newsom stated, “There’s massive potential for this to be a win-win for Californians: lowering gas prices by up to twenty cents per gallon while keeping our air clean. It builds on our efforts to keep gas prices low by holding Big Oil accountable and helping prevent price spikes at the pump.”
Gov. Newsom’s letter cited a recent study by economists at the University of California, Berkeley and United States Naval Academy that showed E15 could result in a $0.20 per gallon price decrease for the state’s drivers, saving California families up to $2.7 billion per year.
“We sincerely appreciate Gov. Newsom’s efforts to accelerate the approval of the cleaner, greener E15 fuel blend in California,” said RFA President and CEO Geoff Cooper. “Not only does E15 reduce greenhouse gas emissions and harmful tailpipe pollution, but it also delivers significant savings at the pump. Allowing the sale of E15 would provide economic relief to California families, while at the same time providing important environmental benefits.”
Newsom’s news release also highlights recent vehicle testing from the University of California, Riverside showing that “blending in gasoline would not affect NOx emissions and would reduce particulate emissions.” READ MORE
Excerpt from Office of Governor Gavin Newsom: Governor Newsom urged CARB to more quickly study the implementation of increased ethanol blending in gasoline, which could help to lower prices by up to $0.20 per gallon and save Californians as much as $2.7 billion every year — with little to no impact on the environment.
SACRAMENTO – Governor Gavin Newsom today issued a directive to the California Air Resources Board (CARB) to expedite measures that could lead to lower gas prices without compromising environmental protections.
Building on legislation passed in 2023 and 2024 to prevent price spikes and increase transparency in the oil industry, the Governor’s order directs CARB to accelerate studying how California could increase ethanol blending in gasoline (E15), which studies have shown could reduce prices while maintaining environmental protections.
“There’s massive potential for this to be a win-win for Californians: lowering gas prices by up to twenty cents per gallon while keeping our air clean. It builds on our efforts to keep gas prices low by holding Big Oil accountable and helping prevent price spikes at the pump.” -- Governor Gavin Newsom
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According to a study conducted by the University of California, Berkeley and the United States Naval Academy, this could lower gas prices by up to $0.20 per gallon and save Californians as much as $2.7 billion annually, but also would require strategic considerations regarding market structure and infrastructure modifications.
E15 fuel, which contains 15% ethanol, has been widely adopted in other states and could significantly reduce prices without adding environmental harm. As of 2023, E15 was sold at more than 3,000 stations in 31 states.
Another study from the University of California, Riverside found that increasing ethanol blending in gasoline would not affect NOx emissions and would reduce particulate emissions.
Keeping gas prices low & holding Big Oil accountable
Last week, Governor Newsom signed legislation that allows the state to require oil refiners to maintain a minimum inventory of fuel to avoid supply shortages that create higher gasoline prices for consumers and higher profits for the industry. It also authorizes the California Energy Commission to require refiners to plan for resupply during refiner maintenance outages. It will help prevent price spikes that cost Californians upwards of $2 billion last year.
Following gasoline price spikes in 2022, Governor Newsom called for a special session and worked in partnership with the Legislature to sign into law a package of reforms holding Big Oil accountable.
California’s new watchdog found that higher gasoline prices were caused by a suspicious market transaction, refinery maintenance without properly preparing for it, and more.
In January of this year, the watchdog sent Governor Newsom and the legislature a letter outlining specific proposals to reform California’s gasoline spot market, which included a minimum inventory requirement to prevent price spikes due to lack of stable supply.
The state’s gasoline price watchdog also found that, in 2023, gasoline prices spiked largely due to refineries going offline without adequately planning to backfill supplies, which caused refining margins to spike as spot and retail prices jumped — indicating that refinery margins made up the largest proportion of the price spikes between July and September 2023. READ MORE
Excerpt from MidValley Times: Consumer Reports writes that “the EPA says E15 can be used in flexible-fuel vehicles, as well as 2001 and newer cars, light-duty trucks and medium-duty SUVs. Don’t use E15 in motorcycles or other small engines, heavy-duty trucks, or nonroad vehicles such as boats and snowmobiles.”
Oil analyst Tom Kloza has written that it “looks like CA governor Newsom will look to accelerate car approval of E15 gasoline blends. OPIS (Oil Price Information Service) data shows ethanol to be about $.40 per gallon beneath CARBOB (California Reformulated Gasoline Blendstock for Oxygenate Blending) so the move makes economic sense.” CARBOB gas from the refineries for use in California is mixed with ethanol at the terminal racks before the finished blend shows up at your local station. READ MORE
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Carbon Markets in Practice: Biogas & RNG Essentials --- November 13, 20 and 27, 2024 --- ONLINE
The Canadian Biogas Association presents Carbon Markets Essentials: Biogas & RNG Essentials - a webinar series centered around the existing opportunities for biogas & RNG to participate in carbon markets. The three-part series provides practical information about carbon markets and existing programs,
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Neste Reports Sluggish Voluntary SAF Demand
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PBF Energy Expects Renewable Diesel Production, Economics to Improve in Q4
by Erin Voegele (Biomass Magazine) PBF Energy Inc. on Oct. 31 announced that its St. Bernard Renewables facility produced 13,000 barrels per day of renewable diesel during the third quarter. Production is expected to increase during the fourth quarter. The company previously
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Argus Biofuels & Feedstocks Asia Conference --- April 22-24, 2025 --- Singapore
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Brazil Promotes a Freer Global Biofuels Market
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Sarawak Poised to Meet Rising Global Demands for Biofuels, Activated Carbon, Says STIDC GM
by Yunus Yussop (Borneo Post) The global demand for solid biofuels and activated carbon, particularly from Asia-Pacific countries, is on the rise, according to Sarawak Timber Industry Development Corporation (STIDC) general manager Zainal Abidin Abdullah. He highlighted that using biomass as fuel
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GoodFuels Exits Singapore Biofuel Delivery Market
by Ariane Morrissey (Bunkerspot) Biofuel supplier GoodFuels has ended all biofuel deliveries in Singapore with immediate effect, nearly three years after launching its office in the world’s largest bunkering hub. In a written statement sent to Bunkerspot today (6 November), the company has confirmed
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Circularity: Accelerating the Circular Economy --- April 29-May 1, 2025 --- Denver, CO
Circularity is the premier gathering of professionals advancing solutions for the circular economy. Focused on accelerating systems change, Circularity empowers attendees to rethink how we make, sell, and circulate products in order to build a just, resilient, and regenerative economy. Join
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GreenBiz 25 --- February 10-12, 2025 --- Phoenix, AZ
You’re leading change in an unpredictable political, social and economic environment. At GreenBiz 25, you’ll connect with peers and trailblazers and master the skills essential to face your company’s unique challenges. Join your community, including the most influential voices in sustainability,
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Fueling the Future: SAF Pricing Market Insights, and Outlook --- November 20, 2024 --- ONLINE
In this webinar we will cover: Current state of the sustainable aviation fuel market; Current supply and demand with outlook, and what do future trade flows look like?; Trends and drivers behind SAF pricing, plus a look at risk management; Upcoming government mandates and
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HYCO1 Announces the First Commercial Operation of its Breakthrough CO2 Conversion Technology, Achieving TRL-9 Status
(HYCO1/PR Newswire) HYCO1, Inc. announces it has achieved a key milestone in commercializing its breakthrough CO2 conversion technology, already surpassing 1,500 hours of continuous steady-state operation in its first commercial CUBE™ Syngas system (CUBE™ stands for Carbon Utilization. Best Efficiency). The revolutionary HYCO1
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The Digest’s 2024 Multi-Slide Guide to GreenStar BCS
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) This presentation delivered at the ABLC Conference in 2024 highlights Green Star BCS’s expertise in the sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) sector. The company, with a global team of “Molecule Managers,” provides consulting services focused on techno-economic
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ICAO Promotes Sustainable Aviation Fuel Investment Platform with Development Banks
(International Civil Aviation Organization) The International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) Secretary General Juan Carlos Salazar met with senior representatives from Multilateral Development Banks and other high-level officials in Washington D.C. on 24-25 October 2024. The discussions, held alongside the World Bank
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Deutsche Aircraft and RTX’s Pratt & Whitney Canada Collaborate to Ensure 100% SAF Readiness for the D328eco™, Building on 40-Year Relationship and Recent D328® Uplift Test Flights with Synthetic Fuel
(Deutsche Aircraft) Deutsche Aircraft, and Pratt & Whitney Canada, announce the conclusion of a series of five emission and contrail measurement flights on a D328® UpLift research aircraft using a fully synthetic Fischer-Tropsch fuel, preparing for the use of future sustainable
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Americans View Carbon Capture Favorably — Study
by Mika Travis (Politico Pro Energywire) A survey found many see carbon capture and utilization as economically beneficial, but they are less supportive of projects in their communities. -- Americans have "moderately positive" views about capturing carbon dioxide and using it to
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AFPM Requests Partial Waiver of Cellulosic Biofuel RVO for 2024
by Erin Voegele (Ethanol Producer Magazine) The American Fuel & Petrochemicals Manufacturers on Nov. 1 petitioned the U.S. EPA to waive a portion of the compliance year 2024 Renewable Fuel Standard renewable volume obligation (RVO) for cellulosic biofuel. In its petition, AFPM
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EasyJet and Airbus Launch Alternative Fuel Partnership
by Rob Gill (Business Travel News Europe) Budget airline easyJet and aircraft manufacturer Airbus are to trial a new corporate partnership which aims to “stimulate” the production of alternative aviation fuels. The two companies said the initiative would examine how airlines
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RFA Congratulates Donald Trump on Election Victory
(Renewable Fuels Association) The Renewable Fuels Association today congratulated Donald Trump on his victory in yesterday’s 2024 presidential election. The following is a statement from RFA President and CEO Geoff Cooper: “On behalf of our nation’s ethanol industry, we congratulate Donald Trump
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Choose a Sustainability-Aligned Way to Skip Those Year-end Mileage Runs: Alaska Airlines Once Again Enables Guests to Support Sustainable Aviation Fuel while eEarning Elite-Qualifying Miles
(Alaska Airlines) After a successful test year in 2023, we're bringing back the opportunity for loyal guests to earn elite status by supporting sustainable aviation fuels. The program provides guests with the ability to take action on their travel-related carbon emissions
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CAAFI General Meeting --- June 3-5, 2025 --- Cambridge, MA
SAVE THE DATE:We are pleased to notify you that CAAFI will be hosting a dedicated CAAFI General Meeting for members and invited stakeholders for June 3-5, 2025 at the U.S. Department of Transportation’s Volpe National Transportation Systems Center in Cambridge,
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Avon Fire & Rescue Service in UK Trials Renewable Diesel to Cut Emissions
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J-Oil Mills Demonstrates Crushing, Hydrotreating Calophyllum Hawthorn Seeds
(J-Oil Mills/Biobased Diesel Daily) J-Oil Mills Inc. announced in October that, as part of its demonstration research to build and expand a supply-chain model for sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) using vegetable oils that do not compete with food, the company has
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Maersk and Danone Partner to Reduce the Greenhouse Gas Emissions of Seaborne Logistics with ECO Delivery Ocean
(Maersk) Maersk is partnering with Danone, one of the world's leading food and beverages companies, to reduce its logistics greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by using Maersk ECO Delivery Ocean, a product based on reduced GHG emission fuels like bio-diesel or bio-methanol which
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Cepsa Changes Name, Rebrands as ‘Moeve’
by Ron Kotrba (Biobased Diesel Daily) Cepsa announced Oct. 30 its name change to Moeve, marking what the company called a historic milestone in its transformation. This change, according to the company, positions Moeve as a leader in the European energy transition
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Iowa Renewable Fuels Summit --- February 4, 2025 --- Altoona, IA
The Iowa Renewable Fuels Summit is the Midwest’s largest biofuels policy conference! Drawing from over a dozen states, attendees represent every sector of the biofuels industry and beyond – including biofuels producers and supporters, policy experts, elected officials, and media. Register
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Epiroc Underground Drill Rigs, Mine Trucks and Loaders Compatible with HVO100
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Attorney General Hilgers Files Brief to Stop Biden-Harris Administration’s Electric-Truck Mandate
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Finnair Bets on Sustainable Fuel Progress but Pushes Back Carbon-Neutrality Target Date
by David Kaminski-Morrow (Flight Global) Finnair has pushed back its long-term target for achieving carbon neutrality, fixing the timeline at 2050 rather than its previous ambition of 2045. The carrier disclosed the shift as it revealed that short-term plans to decarbonise its
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RMI and World Energy Partner to Lower the Carbon Footprint of Business Travel
(RMI) As climate leaders prepare to fly to San Jose for the VERGE Conference, sustainable aviation fuel certificates offer a solution to air transport emissions. -- Five-year contract will deliver 954 metric tons of carbon reduction; Equivalent of flying more than 1500 economy passengers round
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Chandra Asri Group Invests in Biofront’s Indonesian UCO-Collection Unit
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Brazilian Producer Be8 Set to Begin Manufacturing Newly Branded, Double-Distilled Biodiesel for Use as B100
by Ron Kotrba (Biobased Diesel Daily) The Brazilian biodiesel producer Be8, formerly known as BSBios, is planning to begin production of a newly branded biodiesel product in November called “BeVant.” BeVant is an advanced biodiesel with a high degree of purity that can
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US Petroleum Refiners Discuss Biofuel Projects, Markets in Q3 Financials
by Ron Kotrba (Biobased Diesel Daily) Amid significant drops or losses in income for the third quarter of 2024, three U.S. petroleum refiners who also manufacture renewable diesel provided newsworthy updates on their biofuel operations and market outlooks in recent quarterly
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The Potential of Renewable Diesel
by Carrie Song (Neste/NGT News) ... There have been arguments suggesting that renewable liquid fuels are just the bridging solutions before all the vehicles and equipment transition to electric or hydrogen. However, recently a number of car giants have made changes
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Hyundai Introduces INITIUM Concept for Hydrogen Fuel Cell EVs
by Erin O'Connor (NGT News) Hyundai Motor Company has unveiled its INITIUM hydrogen fuel cell electric vehicle (FCEV) concept during its “Clearly Committed” event held at Hyundai Motorstudio Goyang in Seoul, South Korea. A Latin word meaning “beginning” or “first,” INITIUM provides a
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Fourth Annual Carbon Dioxide Removal Law & Policy Conference --- November 18, 2024 --- ONLINE
Co-hosted by the Institute for Responsible Carbon Removal at American University and the Environmental Policy & Culture Program at Northwestern University Conference Theme: The Emerging Regulatory Terrain for CDR -- We are excited to announce our keynote speaker, Erin Burns, will be delivering the
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Mercantile & Maritime Group to Launch $600m Biofuels Plant
(Trade Arabia News Service) Mercantile & Maritime Group, a global provider of energy and logistics, specialising in the physical trading of oil and gas, as well as a proven advisory service provider, has announced the expansion of its fully owned and
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How a More Pragmatic Approach to Biofuels Would Boost EU Competitiveness
by David Carpintero (ePURE/EurActiv) The latest EU policy mantra is ‘competitiveness’ – a word that was recently brought to new prominence thanks to a long-awaited report from Mario Draghi and one that will continue to be chanted by incoming European Commissioners and
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Veterans for Renewable Fuels Offers Holiday Fuel Discount in Olathe, Kansas
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Ethanol Plant CEO Expects SAF to Experience Growing Pains
by Mark Dorenkamp (Brownfield Ag News) The CEO of an ethanol plant in southern Minnesota expects the sustainable aviation fuel industry to experience growing pains. Brian Kletscher with Highwater Ethanol near Lamberton says the technology needs to be right for ethanol facilities
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Cobalt-Copper Tandem System Offers Sustainable Approach for Converting Carbon Dioxide to Ethanol
(Universitaet Mainz/Phys.Org) The continuing release of carbon dioxide into the atmosphere is a major driver of global warming and climate change with increased extreme weather events. Researchers at Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz (JGU) have now presented a method for effectively converting
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LanzaTech and Eramet Announce Plans for First-of-a-Kind Integrated Carbon Capture, Utilization and Storage (CCUS) Project in Norway
(LanzaTech) LanzaTech Global, Inc. (NASDAQ: LNZA) (“LanzaTech”), the carbon recycling company transforming above-ground carbon into sustainable fuels, chemicals, materials, and proteins, today announced plans to develop a commercial-scale Carbon Capture and Utilization (“CCU”) facility (the “facility”, “plant”, or “project”) at Herøya
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Announcement of New Minnesota SAF Plant Advances Strategy to Lead the World in Decarbonizing Air Travel
(Greater MSP/Globe Newswire) DG Fuels announced the selection of a site for a roughly $5 billion manufacturing facility and hundreds of good jobs in Moorhead, Minnesota, that will produce 193 million gallons per year of low-carbon aviation fuel (SAF) using agricultural
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The Digest’s 2024 Multi-Slide Guide to MicroBio Engineering
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) This presentation deck reports on the use of algae in wastewater treatment and the production of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) by MicroBio Engineering Inc., a company based in California and British Columbia. The report highlights the
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Barracuda Technologies Launches Its Maiden Modular Bio-Refinery Project in India
(Barracuda Technologies/Business Wire) Barracuda Technologies Pvt. Ltd., an indirect subsidiary of San Francisco (USA) based Startup Barracuda Technologies Inc., has just completed its first modular Bio-Refinery project in India, marking a significant milestone in sustainable and circular materials manufacturing. This semi-commercial
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MN Bio-Fuels Moderates Panel at SAF Conference
(Minnesota Bio-Fuels Association) Minnesota Bio-Fuels Association (MN Bio-Fuels) executive director, Brian Werner, was a moderator on a panel at the recent Sustainable Aviation Futures conference in Houston on Oct 3.Titled, “Carbon Accounting, Lifecycle Analysis and Favored Feedstocks,” the panel featured Shawn
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Wabasso High School Students Visit Highwater Ethanol
(Minnesota Bio-Fuels Association) Thirteen students from Wabasso High School toured Highwater Ethanol to learn more about the ethanol production process. During the tour, the students learned about the various stages of ethanol production including incoming grain grading, grain handling, fermentation, grain storage,
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MN Bio-Fuels & KS95 Promote Unleaded 88 In Richfield
(Minnesota Bio-Fuels Association) The Minnesota Bio-Fuels Association (MN Bio-Fuels) & KS95 FM teamed up for an hour-long Unleaded 88 promotion at a Minnoco station in Richfield yesterday. Both MN Bio-Fuels and KS95 educated drivers on the various benefits of fueling up with
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Triton High School Students Tour Al-Corn Clean Fuel
(Minnesota Bio-Fuels Association) Fifteen students from Triton High School’s agriculture economics class toured Al-Corn Clean Fuel today (October 29, 2024). During the tour, the students learned how ethanol and its co-products are produced as well as a briefing on Minnesota’s ethanol industry. “The
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Minnesota State Mankato Agroecology Students Tour Guardian Energy
(Minnesota Bio-Fuels Association) For the second time in two months, Guardian Energy provided a group of students from Minnesota State University, Mankato a closer look at how renewable fuel is produced. Yesterday, Guardian Energy welcomed seven students from Minnesota State Mankato’s
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Vadnais Heights Drivers Choose Unleaded 88
(Minnesota Bio-Fuels Association) The Minnesota Bio-Fuels Association (MN Bio-Fuels) held an Unleaded 88 promotion at a Holiday station in Vadnais Heights today (October 16, 2024). During the promotion, which ran from 12 pm to 1 pm, drivers who chose Unleaded 88 were
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CVEC Hosts Belgrade-Brooten-Elrosa High School
(Minnesota Bio-Fuels Association) Chippewa Valley Ethanol Company (CVEC) hosted 11 students from Belgrade-Brooten-Elrosa High School today for a brief tour of the plant’s operations. During their visit, the students toured various stages of the ethanol production process such as incoming grain grading,
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Marshall High School Students Tour ADM
(Minnesota Bio-Fuels Association) Twenty-three students from Marshall High School toured the Archer Daniels Midland (ADM) carbohydrate plant here yesterday. The students that participated in the tour were 11th and 12th graders from the school’s automotive class. “It's always a pleasure to welcome students
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Let’s Not Overlook Fuel Affordability in Convenience Store Choice
by Brian Werner (Minnesota Bio-Fuels Association) I read with interest a recent article in the Minnesota Star Tribune examining the increasing popularity of Kwik Trip gas stations throughout the upper Midwest (“How Kwik Trip created a cult-like following in the Midwest”,
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Can India Overcome the Economic Challenges of Higher Generation Ethanol?
by Shahkar Abidi (AutoCar Professional) As India also gears up for the potential introduction of 3G ethanol derived from algae, the economic challenges are likely to intensify. -- ... The 2G ethanol production programme, once touted as a game-changer, is now facing significant
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Spotlight: Getting Started on Your CCUS Project
by Jeff Simmons & Ardian Nurfalaq (Toshiba/Carbon Capture Magazine) Embarking on a Carbon Capture, Utilization, and Storage (CCUS) project is a significant step towards environmental stewardship and regulatory compliance. The journey begins with an understanding of the various aspects of carbon management,
November 04, 2024 Read Full Article
USGC Shares Ethanol Benefits In Brazil
by Cindy Zimmerman (Energy.AgWired.com) U.S. Grains Council staff members traveled to São Paulo, Brazil last month for the BBEST–IEA Bioenergy 2024 Conference, with the goal of collaborating to find best solutions and techniques for responsible land use, biofuel uses in the transportation sector,
November 04, 2024 Read Full Article
Minister Reveals Plan to Develop Seaweed-Based Biofuel for Jets
(Antara) Investment and Downstreaming Minister Rosan Roeslani revealed that the government plans to bolster seaweed downstreaming by developing the commodity into biofuel for aeroplanes. "We are coordinating with the marine and fisheries minister (Sakti Wahyu Trenggono) for the process. We have the
November 04, 2024 Read Full Article
Indonesia Plans Gradual Shift to B100 Biodiesel for Energy Security
(Antara) The government is developing a concept design to produce biodiesel up to B100 as part of its efforts to achieve energy self-sufficiency. This was announced by Minister of Energy and Mineral Resources Bahlil Lahadalia during a press conference in Jakarta on
November 04, 2024 Read Full Article
Asia Feeling the Heat of Climate Change
(Biofuels International) The potential for biofuels to play a leading role in Asia’s under-pressure energy mix appears to be on the rise. Nailing down that potential will take time, effort and investment, but opportunities for sector growth are being strengthened by policy
November 04, 2024 Read Full Article
RNLI Lifeboat Embarks on HVO Voyage
(Biofuels International) A Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI) lifeboat has saved six tonnes of carbon emissions on its first voyage using Scania-endorsed hydrotreated vegetable oil (HVO). The lifeboat embarked on a 200 nautical mile journey from Fleetwood, Lancashire, to Salford Quays using
November 04, 2024 Read Full Article
Gulfstream Completes Emissions Testing of Sustainable Aviation Fuel with Zero Sulfur
(Aviation Pros) Gulfstream Aerospace Corp. announced its successful completion of ground emissions testing of 100% neat sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) containing zero sulfur on the all-new Gulfstream G700. Powered by Rolls-Royce Pearl 700 engines, the G700 ground emissions test was conducted
November 04, 2024 Read Full Article
Record-Breaking Edition of the European Biomethane Week Highlights Role of Biogases in Boosting EU’s Competitiveness and Leadership on Clean Tech
(European Biogas Association) Whilst the EU competitiveness is at stake, the transition towards sustainable energy and the defossilisation of the EU economy remain of utmost importance. The biogases sector can provide already a competitive and sustainable alternative, but the many benefits of biogases need to be acknowledged
November 04, 2024 Read Full Article
Report Confirms Solid Tracking Systems for RNG Certificate Trading Working on Both Sides of the Atlantic
(Bioenergy International) The use of certificates will be critical to meet the increasing sustainable biomethane aka renewable natural gas (RNG) demand from the private sector, support the economics of new production capacities, and ultimately contribute to climate change mitigation efforts. A
November 04, 2024 Read Full Article
MO AG Asks CARB to Reconsider Low Carbon Fuel Standard Updates
by Carah Hart (Brownfield Ag News) Missouri’s Attorney General says proposed modifications to California’s Low Carbon Fuel Standard present serious risks to Missouri farmers and biofuel producers. Andrew Bailey sent a letter to the California Air Resources Board this week asking them to rescind
November 04, 2024 Read Full Article
US Elections: Oil, Biofuel Industries Weigh Uncertain Impact of Trump Tariffs
by Eamonn Brennan (S&P Global) Trump proposing at least a 20% tariff on all imports; Oil industry views Trump positively, but unsure of trade impact; Biofuel producers hope for targeted approach -- The US oil industry could be negatively affected by Donald Trump's proposed
November 04, 2024 Read Full Article
New $5 Million DoE Award Supports KU Startup’s Green Hydrogen Energy Research
(University of Kansas) With $5 million in support from the U.S. Department of Energy, the University of Kansas and Avium — a startup firm founded by researchers from KU’s School of Engineering — aim to make clean hydrogen more affordable. According to
November 04, 2024 Read Full Article
Governor Newsom Announces First-of-Its-Kind Partnership with Airlines on Sustainable Aviation Fuel
(Office of California Governor Gavin Newsom) The nation’s leading passenger and cargo airlines agreed to accelerate the use of sustainable aviation fuels and cut pollution – a goal of 200 million gallons by 2035, which would meet about 40% of California
November 04, 2024 Read Full Article
The Digest’s 2024 Multi-Slide Guide to LanzaJet SAF
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) This presentation by LanzaJet, a company specializing in sustainable aviation fuel (SAF), highlights the company’s Alcohol-to-Jet (ATJ) technology as a key driver for the next generation of SAF. They advocate for the use of ethanol as
November 04, 2024 Read Full Article
Avantium, Carbios, Cellana: Three Underdogs Take Great Leaps Forward
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) Some say that companies like Avantium, Cellana and Carbios can be safely ignored, the hill is too tough to climb, the technology too ambitious, the markets served too uncaring, the development and deployment costs too high, the returns too minuscule to
November 04, 2024 Read Full Article
Aviation Energy Forum (AEF) --- November 12-14, 2024 --- Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
The IATA Aviation Energy Forum (AEF) is a merger of the Fuel Forum and the Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) Symposium. AEF is the premier industry meeting for the world's aviation fuel community, and a unique platform allowing airline representatives, fuel and
November 04, 2024 Read Full Article
Tackling the Hidden Emissions of Waste Oil Feedstocks
(SkyNRG) SkyNRG’s approach to displacement greenhouse gas effects. -- Policy is increasingly considering the indirect land use change (ILUC) effects associated with food and feed commodities. However, indirect emissions related to the displacement of feedstock are assessed to a much lesser extent.
November 04, 2024 Read Full Article
Ethanol Report on Supply and Demand
(Renewable Fuels Association/Energy.AgWired.com) Despite California’s best efforts to work against low carbon ethanol by not allowing sales of E15 and proposing unworkable new sustainability requirements for the future, supply and demand for U.S. ethanol continues strong. READ MORE
November 03, 2024 Read Full Article
DOE Job Opening for Bioenergy Technology Manager DEADLINE November 22, 2024
(U.S. Department of Energy) The Bioenergy Technologies Office Renewable Carbon Resources Team is Hiring -- The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Bioenergy Technologies Office (BETO) is seeking a dynamic and experienced individual to join our Renewable Carbon Resources (RCR) subprogram as a
November 03, 2024 Read Full Article
QUOTE OF THE WEEK --- Todd Brix
If you capture one ton of CO2 from the air or a flue gas stack and bury it, you’ve removed one ton of CO2 from the atmosphere. If, however, you convert that one ton of captured CO2 to make one
November 02, 2024 Read Full Article
From Photosynthesis to CO2 Electrolysis: How Carbon Regeneration Can Make a Brighter Future
bty Todd Brix (OCOchem/Carbon Capture Magazine) ... CO2 isn’t just a molecule, a by-product, or a greenhouse gas; it’s the essential molecule vehicle for moving carbon around in its depleted state. It’s part of a regenerative cycle, a fundamental aspect
November 02, 2024 Read Full Article
Connecting the Dots
by Marcos Miranda (Carbon Capture Magazine) ... Other industries, like the ethanol industry, have lower capture costs and relatively pure streams of CO2 that could encourage them to join CO2 Capture and Storage (CCS) projects early on. Carbon Solutions explored how
November 01, 2024 Read Full Article
Broad & Bipartisan Backing: Carbon Management Technologies Enjoy Broad Support
by Leo Duke and Diana Leane (Carbon Capture Magazine) ... (P)olitical, business, economic, and environmental leaders agree on the need for these technologies as part of the overall mix of technologies to address climate change. ... 45Q Sets the Foundation for Commercial Deployment
November 01, 2024 Read Full Article
Accelerated Industrial Decarbonization Projects Utilizing CBA Environmental Technology
by Bruce L. Bruso (Carbon Capture Magazine) CBA Environmental Services has focused on providing low-carbon solutions to power generation, mining, and industrial manufacturing operations for the past 29 years. ... Historically, contaminates associated with wood-preserving process chemicals like creosote and pentachlorophenol have
November 01, 2024 Read Full Article
Mobilize Frederick Climate Summit --- February 28- March 2, 2025 --- Frederick, MD
This year’s theme, “It’s All Connected! How Climate Solutions Work Together for a Better Future” underscores the potential of collective action in addressing the climate crisis. The Exhibitor Hall will be in Whitaker Campus Center at Hood College in Frederick, MD.
November 01, 2024 Read Full Article
SUM 2025 - 8th Multidisciplinary Symposium on Circular Economy and Urban Mining --- May 21-23, 2025 --- Procida (Naples), Italy
Considering the intense and rapid development of topics and issues related to Circular Economy, observing the growing need for a multidisciplinary approach and ascertaining that the voice of the scientific community should influence more heavily the political decisions regarding Circular
November 01, 2024 Read Full Article
CCS and Partners to Conduct Singapore’s First Long-Term B100 Biofuel Trial
by Ajsa Habibic (Offshore Energy) China Classification Society (CCS), Weichai Singapore, Marine Energy and Sustainability Research Department of Nanyang Technological University (MESD), and Pinnacle Marine have signed a research cooperation agreement to test B100 biofuel for 1,000 hours in Singaporean waters. The four-party agreement for this
November 01, 2024 Read Full Article
Lootah Biofuels Explores Collaboration with Vietnam's Savico
(Trade Arabia) Lootah Biofuels, a pioneer in the circular economy producing biofuels from used cooking oils, has discussed potential collaboration with Savico Group, one of Vietnam’s largest companies in the circular economy and green tech sectors. The discussions took place during Lootah
November 01, 2024 Read Full Article
Michigan Firm Expands Biodiesel, Ethanol in Three Counties with $4M in Federal Cash
(M Live) A Michigan company received a nearly $4.2 million federal grant to expand the sale and use of biodiesel and ethanol in three counties. The U.S. Department of Agriculture and Rural Development this week announced $239 million in funding nationwide to
November 01, 2024 Read Full Article
UK Poised to Award First Green Hydrogen Subsidies following Labour Budget
by James Burgess (S&P Global) Green hydrogen projects awarded GBP2.3 billion; 11 projects totaling 125 MW get 15-year revenue support; Will provide hydrogen to 35 offtakers, displacing fossil fuels -- The UK is preparing to award GBP2.3 billion ($3 billion) in revenue support
November 01, 2024 Read Full Article
Chesapeake Utilities Corporation Completes Commissioning of Full Circle Dairy Renewable Natural Gas Facility in Florida
(Chesapeake Utilities Corporation) The innovative RNG production facility showcases Chesapeake Utilities’ strategic execution across the entire energy delivery value chain -- Chesapeake Utilities Corporation (NYSE: CPK) held a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Monday, Oct. 28, (2024) to mark the official completion of its
November 01, 2024 Read Full Article
Vision RNG, Waste Connections, and Delta Gas Launch Landmark Renewable Natural Gas Facility in Kentucky
(Vision RNG/Business Wire) Laurel Ridge Landfill in Lily, Kentucky with Vision RNG facility. The innovative new plant converts landfill gas into RNG, which is then injected into Delta Gas's pipeline network, offering a sustainable alternative to fossil-derived natural gas. -- Vision RNG,
November 01, 2024 Read Full Article
SAF Production, Availability and Use Continue to Rise
(National Business Aviation Association) Experts who follow the emerging sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) industry say production of the environmentally friendly alternative to Jet A has grown exponentially in just a few years, and its availability is about to skyrocket. SAF, which is
November 01, 2024 Read Full Article
Repsol Launches Nexa, the Commercial Brand of Its 100% Renewable Premium Diesel in Service Stations
(Repsol) • The multi-energy company continues its strong commitment to renewable fuels and establishes a brand name for its top-of-the-line diesel in the Spanish market. Nexa 100% Renewable Diesel has a unique formulation that optimizes performance and extends the engine life of diesel vehicles. It is produced from organic
November 01, 2024 Read Full Article
The Digest’s 2024 Multi-Slide Guide to Boundless Impact Lifecycle Assessment
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) This presentation by Michele Demers of Boundless Impact outlines the company’s approach to using Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) and Techno-Economic Analysis (TEA) to evaluate clean technologies for investors. Boundless offers “Baseline LCAs” and “Full LCAs” that
November 01, 2024 Read Full Article
RWE’s Green Hydrogen Ambitions for Eemshaven Region Strengthened by Plans for 100MW Electrolyser
(RWE) 100MW electrolyser development project secured environmental and building permits; RWE's hydrogen ambition supports Eemshaven region as sustainable energy hub; Electrolyser is part of the OranjeWind system integration solutions RWE has taken an important step in developing 100MW of green hydrogen production at Eemshaven,
November 01, 2024 Read Full Article
Rely Awarded a Contract by AM Green to Engineer and Deliver India’s Largest* Green Ammonia Complex in Kakinada, India
(Rely) Rely has been awarded an EPsCm contract by AM Green India Pvt Ltd. for its 2 x 1500 tons per day (TPD) Green Ammonia Complex at Kakinada, Andhra Pradesh, India. The project, which reached FID in August 2024, includes 2
November 01, 2024 Read Full Article
Official Release of the Indo-German Green Hydrogen Roadmap
(Indo-German Energy Forum) On behalf of the Governments of Germany and India, the Hon’ble Vice Chancellor and Minister for Economic Affairs and Climate Action (BMWK), Dr. Robert Habeck and Hon’ble Minister of Commerce and Industry, Shri Piyush Goyal, officially agreed and
November 01, 2024 Read Full Article
US Court Set to Weigh Biofuel Blend Mandates
by Cole Martin and Matthew Cope (Argus Media) A US court on Friday (November 1, 2024) will weigh some novel issues that could affect enforcement of the Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS), the federal program that sets minimum biofuel blending levels for
November 01, 2024 Read Full Article
European Energy’s First Green Hydrogen Plant Is Up and Running
by Ajsa Habibic (Offshore Energy) Danish renewables developer European Energy has officially opened its first green hydrogen facility in Måde, near Esbjerg, marking its first venture into large-scale hydrogen production using renewable energy. -- Following the completion of the construction in
November 01, 2024 Read Full Article
Go Energy Group Plans to Install 170 MW of Green Hydrogen and Ammonia in Spain
by Pilar Sánchez Molina (PV Magazine) The company said in a statement that it was “firm in its commitment to the Andalusian Green Hydrogen Valley and will continue to invest to create value and employment in the municipalities of San Juan del Puerto
November 01, 2024 Read Full Article
Air New Zealand and LanzaJet Unveil Study on Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) from Woody Waste, Aiming to Boost Fuel Security and Economic Growth
(Travel and Tour World) Air New Zealand, in collaboration with LanzaJet, has announced promising initial findings from a joint feasibility study investigating the use of woody waste and low-value wood products to produce sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) in New Zealand. Unveiled with
November 01, 2024 Read Full Article
OCP Group and ENGIE Sign a Partnership to Accelerate the Energy Transition of OCP Group’s Ecosystem
(ENGIE) OCP Group and ENGIE have signed a strategic partnership aimed at accelerating OCP Group's energy transition and contributing actively to Morocco's energy transformation. This Joint Development Agreement (“JDA”) is a major step torwards launching several ambitious projects in renewable energy,
November 01, 2024 Read Full Article
China Classification Society (CCS) Signed A Research Cooperation Agreement with Weichai Singapore Pte. Ltd., Nanyang Technological University and Pinnacle Marine
(China Classification Society) On October 10, 2024, China Classification Society (CCS) Singapore Branch signed a four-party research cooperation agreement with Weichai Singapore Pte. Ltd. (referred to as “Weichai Singapore”), Marine Energy and Sustainability Research Department of Nanyang Technological University (referred to as “MESD”), and Pinnacle Marine (referred
November 01, 2024 Read Full Article
Successful Operation at Rated Output in the Trial of a Hydrogen 4-Stroke High-Speed Engine for Coastal Vessels
(Yanmar) Yanmar Power Technology Co., Ltd., (Yanmar Power Technology), a group company of Yanmar Holdings Co., Ltd., has successfully completed a land-based demonstration test of a pilot-ignition hydrogen 4-stroke high-speed engine for power generation in coastal vessels, achieving operation at a
November 01, 2024 Read Full Article
Maersk Signs Long-Term Methanol Sourcing Deal
(Maersk) The major deal with LONGi further confirms the ability of bio-methanol to achieve significant greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions reductions in this decade. The first volumes are expected in 2026. -- A.P. Moller - Maersk (Maersk) has entered into a long-term bio-methanol offtake
November 01, 2024 Read Full Article
The Digest’s 2024 Multi-Slide Guide to Bioeconomy Development Opportunity Zones
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) The presentation describes a program called BDO Zone Ratings, which is a standardized assessment for evaluating regions’ readiness for bio-based manufacturing. These ratings help attract investment in bio-based projects by highlighting areas with the best potential
October 31, 2024 Read Full Article
Which Shipowners Are Choosing Ammonia?
(Marine Link) The shipping industry is looking into ammonia as an alternative fuel for powering ships, amid other ongoing plans to cut carbon emissions and achieve net-zero by 2050. Here is a list of companies with ammonia-fuelled ship projects: NIPPON YUSEN KAISHA (NYK) ... MITSUI
October 31, 2024 Read Full Article
Singapore Offers Big Incentives for Cleaner Ships
by Jim Kendrick (Biofuels Digest) In Singapore, the Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore is updating its Green Ship Program, offering incentives for Singapore-registered vessels using low- and zero-emission fuel technologies, starting January 1, 2025. Ships that adopt zero-emission engines, like
October 31, 2024 Read Full Article
CCS Greenlights New Ammonia and Methanol-Fueled Ships
by Jim Kendrick (Biofuels Digest) In China, China Classification Society awarded Approval in Principle certificates for two innovative dual-fuel vessels—the Honghu ammonia-fueled container ship and the Haijing methanol-fueled bulk carrier—developed by CSSC Huangpu Wenchong Shipbuilding Company in Shanghai. These ship types
October 31, 2024 Read Full Article
Uncertainty Looms for Climate-Smart Agriculture
by Mark Heller (E&E News Greenwire) ... The future of that initiative — a climate-smart incentive that’s now part of the Conservation Reserve Program — is one of many climate-focused programs around agriculture that face an uncertain future if Donald Trump
October 31, 2024 Read Full Article
California, Major Airlines to Work to Boost Sustainable Aviation Fuel Use
by David Shephardson (Reuters) California looks to boost incentives, speed permitting for aviation fuels; Airlines, state will work together to boost availability; US targets 3 billion gallons of SAF use a year by 2030, up from 24.5 million in 2023 -- The state of
October 31, 2024 Read Full Article
Big Oil Sees Brazil Becoming Major Global Hub for Clean Jet Fuel
by Dayanne Sousa and Clarice Couto (BNN Bloomberg) A global push to decarbonize air travel has groups from Big Oil to sovereign wealth funds betting on Brazil to become a top global center for green jet fuel. Brazil is becoming a magnet
October 31, 2024 Read Full Article
EU Approves Swedish Tax Exemption Schemes for Non-Food Biogas and Bio-Propane
(Bioenergy Insight) The European Commission has concluded that two Swedish tax exemption schemes for non-food-based biogas and bio-propane used for heating or as motor fuel are in line with EU State aid rules. In June 2020, the Commission had approved the schemes
October 31, 2024 Read Full Article
Montana Renewables Receives $1.44 Billion Conditional Commitment from DOE for Renewable Fuels and Biomass Energy Facility
(Montana Renewables/ PR Newswire) Montana Renewables to expand Sustainable Aviation Fuel capacity by 300 million gallons per year -- Calumet, Inc. (NASDAQ: CLMT) ("Calumet," "we," "our" or "us") announced today that the U.S. Department of Energy ("DOE") Loan Programs Office ("LPO") has awarded
October 30, 2024 Read Full Article
Reflections on Elections, Internal Combustion Engines, and Electric Vehicles
by Allen Schaeffer (Engine Technology Forum) ... (T)his year vehicle and fuels policy - mostly aimed at electric vehicles (EVs), but also some proposed bans on internal combustion engines (ICEs) - has been a campaign-year issue at the national and
October 30, 2024 Read Full Article
Biofuels: Long-term Solution to Decarbonization? --- October 31, 2024 --- ONLINE
Join S&P Global Commodity Insights and ION Commodities as we explore the critical role of biofuels in the global push toward decarbonization. This webinar will examine whether biofuels are merely a transitional solution, or a viable long-term strategy to achieve
October 30, 2024 Read Full Article
Decoding the Voluntary Carbon Market: 2024 Trends and Future Outlook -- November 7, 2024 --- ONLINE
As the urgency to combat climate change intensifies, understanding the dynamics of the Voluntary Carbon Market (VCM) is increasingly important. This webinar will explore 2024 trends and developments shaping the VCM, with a particular emphasis on carbon dioxide removal (CDR)
October 30, 2024 Read Full Article
In Step toward Solar Fuels, Durable Artificial Photosynthesis Setup Chains Two Carbons Together
(University of Michigan) The system produces ethylene, an important ingredient of many plastics, with much higher efficiency, yield and longevity than competing systems -- A key step toward reusing CO2 to make sustainable fuels is chaining carbon atoms together, and an artificial
October 30, 2024 Read Full Article
Vast and GGS Energy Partner to Bring CSP-Powered Green Methanol and SAF to the U.S.
(Vast/Globe Newswire) Vast Renewables Limited (“Vast”) (Nasdaq: VSTE), a renewable energy company specialising in concentrated solar thermal power (CSP) systems that generate zero-carbon, utility-scale electricity and industrial process heat, today announced it has signed a development services agreement with GGS Energy
October 30, 2024 Read Full Article
Casterra Announces a Key Milestone in its Operational Expansion Plan in Africa, with Completion of First Shipment of Castor Seeds Grown and Processed in Kenya
(Casterra Ag) The shipment, comprising over 100 tons, was delivered to company's customer in Africa -- Casterra Ag Ltd. ("Casterra"), an integrated castor cultivation solution company for oil production for bio-based products and biofuel, and a subsidiary of Evogene Ltd. ("Evogene") (Nasdaq: EVGN) (TASE:
October 30, 2024 Read Full Article
The Digest’s 2024 Multi-Slide Guide to Topsoe SAF technology
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) This is a presentation given by Milica Folić of Topsoe at the ABLC Next conference in 2024, focusing on the company’s perspective on the development of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) by 2025. The presentation highlights Topsoe’s
October 30, 2024 Read Full Article
Virgin Australia and Qatar Airways Sustainability Focus under New MOU
(Vigrin Australia) Virgin Australia and Qatar Airways intend to expand their strategic partnership, signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to collaborate on a range of sustainability initiatives. Areas of focus under the MoU will include aiming to advance the use of Sustainable
October 30, 2024 Read Full Article
DHL and IAG Cargo Solidify Partnership to Drive Sustainable Air Freight
(DHL Group) The new contract covers 2024 and 2025 emissions and will result in a reduction of greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 165,000 metric tons of CO2e. DHL and IAG Cargo renew Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) agreement; IAG Cargo to use an
October 30, 2024 Read Full Article
Delta’s Industry Leading Full-Court Press on Sustainable Aviation Fuel Continues at Midwest Hubs
(Delta Airlines) For the first time in both Minnesota’s and Michigan's aviation history, sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) has arrived via pipeline to two Delta hub airports, Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) and Detroit Metropolitan Airport (DTW). The two 7,000+-gallon shipments of SAF were made from
October 30, 2024 Read Full Article
EVA Air and Airbus Establish Sustainability Cooperation
(EVA Air) EVA Air and Airbus have embarked on a collaborative effort aimed at increasing SAF development and adoption in the airline's operations. The announcement was made during a ceremony in Taipei to celebrate EVA Air's order of 18 long-range A350-1000
October 30, 2024 Read Full Article
Thailand’s PTT GC, Bangchak Set to Launch SAF Next Year
(Reccessary) Thailand's national oil company, PTT, through its subsidiary Global Chemical (GC), is focusing on the development of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) and plans to launch biofuels for aircraft use next year. Another industry giant, Bangchak, is also investing to build
October 30, 2024 Read Full Article
States That Adopted California Truck Emissions Rules Seek Leeway
by Drew Hutchinson (Bloomberg Law) States plan agency, legislative moves to delay emissions rules; Two California regulations clash with each other, group says -- Some states are second-guessing when and how to enforce the zero-emission truck quotas and tailpipe emissions standards they adopted
October 30, 2024 Read Full Article
Groundbreaking Whitefox ICE® XL Solution Achieves 50% Steam Savings for Western Plains Energy
(Whitefox Technologies/PR Newswire) Western Plains Energy has upgraded their Bioethanol Production Facility with a fully integrated Whitefox® membrane solution in a quest to become a net-zero emissions producer -- Whitefox Technologies is pleased to announce the successful installation of the Whitefox ICE® XL membrane dehydration
October 30, 2024 Read Full Article
Biden-Harris Administration Announces $239 Million to Increase Access to Clean, Affordable Domestic Biofuels as Part of Investing in America Agenda
(U.S. Department of Agriculture) Funding from President Biden’s Inflation Reduction Act Will Continue to Provide More Cost-Effective Options for American Consumers -- U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Deputy Secretary Xochitl Torres Small today announced that USDA is awarding $39 million in grants to U.S.
October 30, 2024 Read Full Article
CTE Global Adds New Advanced Performing Yeast to Its Product Offerings
(CTE Global/Ethanol Producer Magazine) CTE Global, a provider of effective yeast and enzymatic strategies for the production of biofuels introduces Innova Eclipse yeast to its portfolio. Innova Eclipse uses the most advanced technologies to push past fermentation limits, significantly reducing glycerol
October 29, 2024 Read Full Article
Canada's Renewable Diesel Projects Hit by US Import Surge
by Shariq Khan and Nia Williams (Reuters) US exports 530 mln litres of renewable diesel to Canada in H1; Falling credit market values will hit cash flow for new projects; British Columbia government not planning changes to LCFS program -- Canadian renewable fuel producers
October 29, 2024 Read Full Article
How Project 2025 Would further Politicize EPA’s Air Program
by Sean Reilly (Politico Pro Greenwire) Bill Wehrum hadn’t long been head of EPA’s air branch when he found himself back in familiar surroundings — the Washington, D.C., offices of his former law firm, speaking to an audience that included a one-time
October 29, 2024 Read Full Article
BioVeritas Launches into Sustainable Aviation Fuel, Soaring Past the Constraints Facing the Industry Today (October 25, 2024)
(Biofuels Central) BioVeritas, LLC, a leading sustainable fuels and biochemicals company redefining the future of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF), today (October 25, 2024) announced that it is launching The BioVeritas Process™ for SAF. This breakthrough technology converts biomass via fermentation into volatile fatty acids (VFAs),
October 29, 2024 Read Full Article
Collaboration Begins to Increase Distribution of 40% Renewable Diesel Blends in Japan
by Ron Kotrba (Biobased Diesel Daily) Inpex Japan Ltd., a subsidiary of Inpex Corp., Inpex Logistics Co. Ltd., Itochu Corp. and Itochu Enex Co. Ltd. began the commercial supply of 40 percent renewable diesel blends (RD40) in late September. The four companies
October 29, 2024 Read Full Article
What Are Biofuels? Webinar --- October 29, 2024 --- ONLINE
A free Virtual Webinar on Biofuels presented by experts in their relative fields. There will be a brief overview as to the types of biofuels available, why they are a cleaner alternative to standard petrol, how to transition, what the
October 29, 2024 Read Full Article
Neste's Singapore Diesel Line Shuts over Equipment Failure, Raising Global Supply Disruption Concerns
by Samyak Pandey and Kelly Norways (S&P Global) Neste's renewable diesel line in Singapore offline due to technical issues; US deliveries may be affected during final blender tax credit quarter; Renewables company addressing issue amid declining sales forecasts -- A production line
October 28, 2024 Read Full Article
European Energy Receives EU Innovation Fund Grant for Green Methanol Facility in Denmark
(European Energy) European Energy has been awarded a grant by the EU Commission under the EU Innovation Fund for an upcoming green methanol facility in Denmark. The grant, which exceeds EUR 50 million, will help finance the construction of the project. The
October 28, 2024 Read Full Article
Hamburg and Shanghai Ports to Create Green Shipping Corridor
by Naida Hakirevic Prevljak (Offshore Energy) Hamburg Port Authority (HPA) and the Port of Shanghai have signed at a forum in Shanghai a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to establish a green shipping corridor. As informed, the MOU, inked on October 22, aims
October 28, 2024 Read Full Article
The Digest’s 2024 Multi-Slide Guide to Maximizing the Value of Cover Crops in the Pacific Northwest
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) Cover crops have multiple benefits—soil health is the most important benefit. Can Cover crops be a material feedstock supply center for biofuels? Primary challenges to adoption are uncertainties in use of cover crops across states and
October 28, 2024 Read Full Article
WinGD Introduces LPG ‘Pre-Fit’ Option for Operators Aiming for Ammonia Trade
(WinGD) Swiss marine power company WinGD has introduced an option for its X-DF-A ammonia-fuelled engines to be delivered capable of running on liquified petroleum gas (LPG). The ‘pre-fit’ solution will be of particular interest to vessels under construction for the anticipated
October 28, 2024 Read Full Article
Renewable Fuels Foundation Seeking Applicants for National Ethanol Conference Scholarships -- DEADLINE January 9, 2025
(Renewable Fuels Association) The Renewable Fuels Foundation is now offering scholarships for college students interested in attending the annual National Ethanol Conference, taking place Feb. 17-19 in Nashville, Tenn. Members of RFA’s Young Professionals Network are also eligible for consideration. The foundation was
October 28, 2024 Read Full Article
Porsche Ready to Develop Gas Versions of EVs
by Roger Biermann (Car Buzz) Porsche has taken a bold decision that may see its electrification strategy regress in light of poor demand for EVs. While it won't see plans for electric models shelved, it could see models slated to go all-electric
October 28, 2024 Read Full Article
California Governor Puts E15 in the Fast Lane
by Cindy Zimmerman (Energy.AgWired.com) California Governor Gavin Newsom on Friday gave a surprise boost to the ethanol industry by issuing a directive to the California Air Resources Board (CARB) to accelerate studying how California could increase ethanol blending in gasoline to allow the sales
October 28, 2024 Read Full Article
European Green Ammonia Summit 2025 --- March 5-6, 2025 --- Dusseldorf, Germany
The 2nd European Green Ammonia Summit is returning on March 5th & 6th 2025 in Dusseldorf, Germany to continue driving the transition to a sustainable future. Following the success of the first edition of the event which brought together industry
October 27, 2024 Read Full Article
Indian Oil Advocates Integrating Biodiesel Processing within Existing Refineries to Meet 5% Biodiesel Blending Target
by Shahkar Abidi (Autocar Professional) Indian Oil, India’s largest state-owned oil and gas corporation, is urging the government to allow biodiesel to be processed alongside traditional crude oil at its refineries, a shift it argues could facilitate the country’s ambitions
October 27, 2024 Read Full Article
Canadian Ethanol Deserves Fair Share of Government Funding, Says Industry Lobby
by Bernard Tobin (Real Agriculture) Renewable Industries Canada is asking the Canadian government to give ethanol a fair shake after a “retooled” Clean Fuels Fund (CFF) made ethanol and e-methanol producers ineligible for funding. In the September budget, the Liberals committed
October 27, 2024 Read Full Article
Interview: Ethanol Earmarked for European Road-Use Could Go to Other Transport Ends: Raizen
by Thomas Washington, Harry Clyne, and Daniel Workman (S&P Global) Second-generation ethanol from waste has potential in aviation and shipping; Building 270 million liters nameplate capacity by 2025, mostly sold to Europe; Exploring new pathways like converting lignin residue into advanced biofuels Brazilian energy
October 27, 2024 Read Full Article
Convertus Breaks Ground on East Gwillimbury Biofuel Plant
(Canadian Biomass) Convertus, an organic waste processor based in London, Ont., will build the province’s first large-scale biofuel facility with liquid carbon capture technology. The East Gwillimbury project, set to open in 2027, will process organic waste via anaerobic digestion into biogas,
October 27, 2024 Read Full Article
U.S. Farm Bill, Biofuels and vCOOL among American Trends Worth Watching Farm Credit Canada Says
by Jeff Melchior (Manitoba Co-operator) Voluntary country of origin labelling for beef and pork, biofuel tax credit changes, and an impending U.S. farm bill are three U.S. agriculture trends worth watching according to recent analysis from Farm Credit Canada—particularly as a
October 27, 2024 Read Full Article
Pacific and Caribbean Island Nations Call for the First Universal Carbon Levy on International Shipping Emissions
by Teresa Tomassoni (Inside Climate News) The International Maritime Organization has been asked to enact a carbon levy of $150 per ton of emissions from large freight and passenger ships. The IMO’s 175 member nations have until next year to vote.
October 26, 2024 Read Full Article
Govt Preparing Incentives for Biodiesel Commercialization
(Antara) The government and relevant parties are currently developing financial and incentive policies to support the commercialization of biodiesel, particularly through partnerships between smallholder farmers, independent farmers, and biodiesel producers. Director of bioenergy at the Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources,
October 26, 2024 Read Full Article
The Week in Bunkers: Singapore Replaces Rotterdam as Top Biodiesel Hub
by Enes Tunagur (Lloyd's List) Competitive prices and regulatory certainty in Singapore helped it dethrone Rotterdam as the top biofuel bunkering hub -- Singapore replaced Rotterdam as top biodiesel bunker hub despite Dutch subsidies, as regulatory certainty and falling prices boosted demand in
October 25, 2024 Read Full Article
Conservative Climate Caucus Chair in Danger of Losing Race
by Timothy Cama (E&E News Greenwire) ... During her time in the House, Iowa Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks has backed wind power and biofuels. This year she became chair of the Conservative Climate Caucus, which accepts humans’ role in climate change while
October 25, 2024 Read Full Article
European Biodiesel Board Achieves Major Success in Fight against Unfair Indonesian Biodiesel Imports after Years of Litigation before the European Courts
(European Biodiesel Board) The European Biodiesel Board (EBB), which represents the interests of European biodiesel producers, obtained today a favourable judgement from the Court of Justice (case C-112/23 P), which rejected the appeal formed by Indonesian exporters PT Pelita Agung Agrindustri
October 25, 2024 Read Full Article
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