Describing the European Union Commission’s recent support for technological neutrality related to carbon intensity of transportation, i.e., not only battery-powered cars can meet green targets: “It opens a window on a logic that we have always supported. Tell us where you want us to go, but don’t tell us how. ...The enemy is not a technology rather than another — the enemy is CO2.” -- Luca De Meo, Renault CEO quoted by Politico READ MORE
by Joanne Ivancic* (Advanced Biofuels USA) Just a quick review of yesterday's speech to Congress by President Donald Trump reveals a lot about his priorities in what he didn't say. Not since President George W. Bush said "switch grass" in his 2006 State of the Union address has any president truly supported understanding, development and use of liquid renewable fuels in a national speech to Congress. ("We'll also fund additional research in cutting-edge methods of producing ethanol, not just from corn, but from wood chips and stalks, or switch grass. Our goal is to make this new kind of ethanol practical and competitive within six years." -- G.W. Bush) We've been keeping track.
But this president has those who work in agriculture to thank for his election and, along with the only mention of farmers being in a section about how they will have to suffer again with tariffs, he ignores a key farming topic. Not one mention of "biofuel" or "renewable" or "fuel" or "ethanol" or anything 'bio' except for the last part of Marco Rubio's name.
He takes credit for ending the 'electric vehicle mandate', but with no acknowledgement that this is more a work in progress than an accomplished fact. And certainly he did not take the opportunity to explain to the Congress, the American public, or the world that renewable fuels could achieve his energy security, energy independence and 'Buy American' goals; not to mention the climate change mitigation aspirations of many which could bring those markets to the American Farmer.
*Joanne Ivancic serves as the executive director of Advanced Biofuels USA.
Chuck Grassley: Farmers 'do have fun' but not when Iowa corn, soybean prices are tumbling (Des Moines Register)
Refiners’ trade group: Tariffs won’t make US energy secure, lower consumer costs (The Hill)
Tariffs already impacting ethanol exports (Brownfield Ag News)
U.S. grains: Corn, wheat, soy futures slide as trade tensions flare (Reuters/Country Guide)
Iowa biodiesel producers struggle amid federal policy, market challenges (Iowa Biodiesel Board/Biobased Diesel Daily)
Trump tariffs could raise US fuel prices (The Hill; includes VIDEO)
What They Are Saying: Agricultural Stakeholders React to Trump's Tariffs (U.S. House of Representatives Committee on Agriculture Democrats)
Ag Groups React to Tariff Implementation (American Ag Network)
Trump’s Tariffs Set Off Day of Anger, Retaliation and Market Unease -- Global markets fell after steep U.S. tariffs on China, Canada and Mexico went into effect, and as the possible ramifications of a global trade war set in. (New York Times; includes VIDEO)
Trump Says Tariffs May Require Adjustment Period (AgWired.com)
Excerpt from DTN Progressive Farmer: Trump's tariffs levied against China, Mexico and Canada have taken center stage in rural America, where farmers already are looking for relief from low commodity prices and high input prices and raising questions about where new markets will emerge.
The current debate in rural America centers on whether the Trump tariffs will exacerbate problems in agriculture or level the playing field with trading partners across the world who already have in place tariffs on U.S. ag products.
Early on Tuesday, China announced retaliatory tariffs against U.S. ag products in response to a 10% tariff slapped on all Chinese imports into the U.S., https://www.dtnpf.com/….
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Trump said U.S. farmers should be ready to sell more of their products at home.
"Our farmers, starting on April 2, there may be a little bit of an adjustment period," Trump said about the date for more tariffs taking effect.
"To our farmers, have a lot of fun, I love you too."
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Although not mentioned by Trump in his speech, permanent year-round E15 sales nationally has become a rallying point for agriculture and biofuels producers alike.
Ahead of the speech, Renewable Fuels Association President and CEO Geoff Cooper said in a statement to DTN that an E15 fix is important to farmers.
"America's ethanol producers and farmers stand ready to play a major role in President Trump's agenda for American energy independence," Cooper said.
"Expanding access to E15 fuel will not only create a stronger internal market for American farmers but will also boost domestic fuel production, lower costs for consumers and reduce reliance on foreign energy sources. We look forward to working with President Trump and Congress to ensure Americans can take advantage of everything E15 and biofuels have to offer." READ MORE
Excerpt from The Hill: Trump’s new policies have also rattled China’s leaders who have promised to impose 15 percent tariffs on imports of food including chicken, wheat and corn, in addition to U.S. cotton.
The Trump administration is planning to enforce additional tariffs that will heavily impact the agricultural industry.
“To the Great Farmers of the United States: Get ready to start making a lot of agricultural product to be sold INSIDE of the United States. Tariffs will go on external product on April 2nd. Have fun!” he wrote in a Monday Truth Social post.
The stock market has suffered from Trump’s major reform. Economists are expecting prices to continue soaring as the nation’s inflation swells. READ MORE
Excerpt from Brownfield Ag News: An ag economist with the University of Missouri says tariff talk has already affected ethanol exports.
Ben Brown says Canada is the largest buyer of U.S.-produced ethanol.
“We did see this last week the ethanol stocks number in the U.S. just spiked to some of their highest levels since we stopped driving and consuming during the pandemic.” He says, “It wasn’t consumption that was the problem this time, not using product. It was Canada not buying ethanol.”
He tells Brownfield it’ll impact corn demand.
“Now we’ve got growing stocks on the ethanol side that’s going to further suppress those margins.” He says, “We’ve already seen really weak to low margins for ethanol plants. You know, my expectation is ethanol consumption, or ethanol grind, really starts to kind of taper off here for a period of time this spring.”
Brown gave his comments during Brownfield’s Weekly Commodity Market Update. READ MORE
Excerpt from Reuters/Country Guide: U.S. corn futures fell to their lowest levels of 2025 on Tuesday and soybean futures dropped below $10 a bushel on heightened concerns that President Donald Trump’s trade policies would curb demand for U.S. goods, analysts said.
Trump slapped 25 per cent tariffs on imports from Mexico and Canada and doubled duties on Chinese goods to 20 per cent. Ottawa responded with 25 per cent tariffs on some C$30 billion in U.S. imports while Beijing said it would impose additional tariffs on agricultural products starting next week. Mexico’s government is expected to respond on Sunday.
“Retaliatory steps are beginning to emerge from these trading partners, raising fears of an ever-escalating trade war that will send our economy, and the global economy, into a recession, reducing demand for commodities in the process,” StoneX chief commodities economist Arlan Suderman wrote in a client note. READ MORE
Learn the benefits and uses of a renewable, cleaner-burning alternative fuel: BIODIESEL. About this event Join us for this relevant discussion on the benefits and uses of a renewable, cleaner-burning alternative fuel: BIODIESEL. GWRCCC is partially funded by the U.S. Department of
(Biofuels International) Carl Nyberg, Senior Vice President Commercial, Renewable Products at Neste, reveals his biofuel outlook for the year ahead. Last year was a dynamic one especially for the biofuels industry with production capacity outpacing demand growth. This could be seen in the
(Toyo Engineering/Biobased Diesel Daily) Toyo Engineering & Construction Sdn. Bhd., a subsidiary of Toyo Engineering Corp., has been awarded a contract by PRPC Utilities and Facilities, a subsidiary of the Malaysian state-owned oil company Petronas. The project involves the construction of the
A discussion on the future of sustainable aviation fuels and their pivotal role in reducing the environmental impact of the aviation industry. Featuring: Valerie Sarisky-Reed Director, Bioenergy Technologies Office U.S. Department of Energy Tom Michels Director, Government Affairs United Airlines Emily Fisher Chief Strategy Officer Smart Electric Power Alliance Eric Grey Vice
(Baltic Exchange) Baltic Exchange has introduced a series of green fuel options to its FuelEU voyage and compliance cost calculator as more shipowners, traders and charterers seek to understand the commercial implications of this regulation on their voyage costs. Biodiesel, bio-LNG, bio-LPG,
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(ABB) Collaboration sets ABB as preferred supplier of modular and standard electrical substations, with future scope for automation solutions; Agreement will enable Charbone Hydrogen to progress green hydrogen production in both Canada and the United States; Supports the Québec government’s 2030 energy roadmap
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SAVE THE DATE GES seeks to elevate ethanol’s international visibility and ongoing successful initiatives as a viable decarbonization solution within the transportation and emerging new uses sectors. “Prior GES events have been great successes for the Council and the U.S. biofuels industry,
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by Mark Gongloff (Bloomberg) The agency is abandoning its mission in a misguided effort to boost an economy it will only end up hurting. -- The EPA’s announcement on Wednesday that it would find the narrowest possible definition of the word “water” for regulatory purposes
by Chris Tomlinson (Houston Chronicle) President Donald Trump’s Cabinet secretaries speaking in Houston at the world’s top energy conference made oil and gas executives look like left wing climate activists by comparison as CEOs struggled to adapt to another swing of
(Blue Economy Cooperative Research Center) Green hydrogen will be produced for the first time in Tasmania, following today’s launch of the Blue Economy CRC’s Hydrogen Production and Research Facility. The Hydrogen Production and Research Facility is Tasmania’s first green hydrogen production plant and supports
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by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) In this presentation, researchers chart the progress of a project focused on developing a technology for converting carbohydrates in paper sludge into hydrocarbon biofuel economically and sustainably. The project includes sludge selection, ash removal, enzymatic hydrolysis, dehydration, aldol
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(Korea Ocean Business Corporation (Google Translation)) Korea Ocean Business Corporation (President Byung-Gil Ahn, hereinafter referred to as ‘Korea Ocean Business Corporation’) announced on the 4th that it recently established a Sustainable Finance Framework and received official certification from DNV*, a global
The Clean Fuel Production Credit (45Z) finally arrived in January, and industry leaders are grappling with shifting regulations, evolving tax incentives, and lingering uncertainties. How can biofuel producers, investors, and stakeholders best prepare for 2025 and beyond? Join us for an
The Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) introduces two crucial tax credits—45Z and 45V—designed to accelerate the production of clean fuels and hydrogen. These credits can significantly lower producer’s costs while helping to meet sustainability goals. But to make the most of
Hosted in coordination with the House and Senate Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency Caucuses. The Environmental and Energy Study Institute (EESI) and the Business Council for Sustainable Energy (BCSE) invite you to a briefing about the 13th edition of the Sustainable Energy in America Factbook. The
(Minnesota Bio-Fuels Association) The Industry Supported Over 18,000 Jobs Across the State Last Year -- Minnesota’s ethanol industry contributed $2.1 billion to the state’s gross domestic product in 2024, according to a new study by the University of Minnesota Extension. The study said
by Scott Weiser (Denver Gazette) Civil fines could be levied under Colorado’s Consumer Protection Act -- According to a proposal by Democrats at the Colorado state Capitol, up to a $20,000 fine will hang over the heads of every retailer who sells
by David Shephardson (Reuters) The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency said on Wednesday it is starting efforts to reverse the Biden administration's vehicle emissions rules that would force automakers to build a rising number of electric vehicles. ... The EPA said it would reconsider the agency's
by Naida Hakirevic Prevljak (Offshore Energy) Brazil and Norway have decided to establish a green shipping corridor between the two countries in an effort to contribute to zero-carbon emission targets in maritime transport. -- Silvio Costa Filho, the Minister of Ports and
by John Bozzella (Fox News) New York has a 10-year plan to ban the sale of new gas-powered vehicles and require automakers to sell only electric vehicles by 2035. (It’s not even really a New York plan, but a program originally hatched in California.) The gas vehicle ban has been
(Attuale Comunicação (Google Translation)) Strategic consultant talks about the uncertainties generated by the protectionist stance of the US -- The economic policy of the United States under the administration of Donald Trump was one of the topics addressed by the strategic consultant
(Binghamton University State University of New York) $1.6 million project partially supported through BioMADE, a federally sponsored Manufacturing Innovation Institute -- Binghamton University has received funding to create a biomanufacturing project management training program to foster leadership skills in students, veterans, entry-level workers and
(Runway Girl Network) Rolls-Royce and CirculAIRity have signed a letter of intent and will be working together on their joint commitment to energy transition. The two organisations will be promoting Rolls-Royce technology, with CirculAIRity synthetic fuels, as a strategic national capability for
(FuelCell Energy) • The collaborative journey for both FuelCell Energy and MHB started with a memorandum of understanding in February 2023 on developing hydrogen production facilities across Asia, New Zealand, and Australia. The collaboration, under the Joint Development Agreement, will support a Detailed
(DB SCHENKER) The thrill of takeoff, the world shrinking beneath us, the promise of new adventures. While we appreciate the speed and global reach that air freight provides both us and our shipped goods, we must also acknowledge its environmental impact. So
With a remarkable roster of energy sector leaders to discuss the policy landscape and explore emerging opportunities on the path to achieving the state’s ambitious CES targets. New York has become one of the most dynamic energy markets in the United
(WasteFuel) WasteFuel, a U.S.-based next generation bioenergy company, and ITC, a leading Turkish integrated waste management company, announced today a partnership to commence the Front-End Engineering Design (FEED) on a green methanol biorefinery located in Ankara, Türkiye—the first green methanol facility
(HIF Global/PR Newswire) e-Fuels leader approved for Tier II design pathway under California LCFS -- HIF Global, the leader in highly innovative fuels, is proud to announce that it has been awarded the first U.S. approval for an e-Fuels pathway. The Tier
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) In this presentation, researchers chart the progress of a project focused on a sorbent-enhanced chemical looping gasification (SE-CLG) technology for renewable natural gas production from biomass wastes. The technology integrates biomass gasification, air separation, and syngas conditioning into
by Kelsey Brugger (E&E Daily) More than 20 House Republicans say renewable energy subsidies should be protected. That may not be enough to save them. -- A bloc of House Republicans is doubling down on their public support for protecting renewable energy
by Cindy Zimmerman (Energy.AgWired.com) Corn grower leaders joined Rep. Adrian Smith (R-NE), Sen. Deb Fischer (R-NE) at a press conference on Capitol Hill Tuesday to push for passage of the Nationwide Consumer and Fuel Retailer Choice Act of 2025 to allow nationwide, year-round
by Gerard J. Ostheimer and Douglas L. Faulkner (Biofuels Digest) The East African Corn Belt runs from South Africa, north and east through Zambia, Tanzania and into Kenya and Ethiopia (see map). We believe that this area is poised to become
The evolving landscape of EU regulations, market dynamics, and technological advancements presents both challenges and opportunities for stakeholders in the biofuel industry. In response to these regulatory changes, the European biodiesel market is expected to navigate increasing volatility in vegetable
by Francesca Micheletti and Aude van den Hove (Politico) State aid rules underpinning the Clean Industrial Deal aim to boost renewable power, decarbonization and clean tech. -- New European Union state aid rules would allow governments to speed up aid to renewable
Describing the European Union Commission’s recent support for technological neutrality related to carbon intensity of transportation, i.e., not only battery-powered cars can meet green targets: “It opens a window on a logic that we have always supported. Tell us where you
(Scandinavian Airlines) SAS and Alpine World Cup Åre 2025 have partnered to make travel to the event more sustainable. As part of this, SAS will provide Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) for 500 athletes and team members traveling to the event, taking
(Comstock Fuels) Comstock Inc. (NYSE: LODE) today announced a new investment and strategic collaboration with Marathon Petroleum Corporation (NYSE: MPC) to advance its lignocellulosic biomass refining solutions to commercial maturity. Comstock Fuels Corporation (“Comstock Fuels”), a subsidiary of Comstock Inc., has
(OMV Petrom) • With nearly 3.3 million passengers in 2024, Avram Iancu International Airport Cluj is the largest regional airport in Romania and the second largest in the country, when considering the number of passengers Starting January 2025, planes can refuel with
(GB Railfreight) GB Railfreight (GBRf), one of the UK’s leading transporters of goods for businesses and consumers, has signed a 12-month agreement with leading renewable energy company Drax to use Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil (HVO) for its rail freight services. Throughout 2025,
(Union for the Promotion of Oil and Protein Plants (UFOP) /Biobased Diesel Daily) Germany’s Union for the Promotion of Oil and Protein Plants (UFOP) announced March 4 that, in November, the blending of biodiesel with diesel fuel reached a historic low
(RonKo Media Productions/Biobased Diesel Daily) While the U.S. market for green, renewable energy like liquid biofuels made from recycled fats, oils and greases may be uncertain right now thanks to shifting federal tax policies and a new administration, the future of
by Ron Kotrba (Biobased Diesel Daily) Bolivia’s Ministry of Hydrocarbons and Energy announced March 5 that a state-owned and government-funded biodiesel plant in El Alto in Bolivia’s Senkata region, named “Héroes de Senkata” and simply dubbed “Biodiesel Plant 2,” is in
(Bioenergy Insight) Green Generation's descent into receivership is 'very regrettable', and highlights the need to address the fundamental issue of fraudulent activity in the non-EU bioliquid supply chain, according to the Irish Bioenergy Association (IrBEA). It added that this biofuel is severely
(Oregon State University) ... Zhenxing Feng and Alvin Chang of the OSU College of Engineering helped characterize a novel electrocatalyst developed by collaborators at Yale University and helped explain the improved efficiency for deriving methanol from carbon dioxide, a greenhouse gas
(Cummins) Cummins Inc. (NYSE: CMI) today announced DNV Approval in Principle (AIP) for its methanol-ready QSK60 IMO II and IMO III engines, available from 2000 - 2700 hp (1491 - 2013 kW). Received in June 2024, the AIP validates Cummins retrofittable
(Reuters/CNN Brasil) The amount will be used to implement four industrial effluent treatment plants with biogas production at the Piracanjuba units in Araraquara (SP), Três Rios (RJ), Carazinho (RS) and São Jorge D'Oeste (PR) -- The Piracanjuba Group received new financing from the National
The seminar will communicate the critical role of standards in advancing methanol bunkering and maritime sustainability. Through engaging presentations, participants will gain insights into the application and highlights of Technical Reference (TR 129) for methanol bunkering (4-part series), and ISO
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by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) In this presentation, researchers chart the progress of a project focused on developing a system for in situ biogas upgrading via biological conversion of CO2 to CH4. The goal is to convert CO2 in biogas to high-quality renewable
by Nate Raymond (Reuters) Five Democratic-led states seek damages from oil firms; Companies are accused of concealing climate consequences; Suits target Exxon, Chevron, ConocoPhillips, Shell, BP -- The U.S. Supreme Court rejected on Monday a bid by 19 Republican-led states led by Alabama to block five
(Clean Fuels American Alliance Foundation) The Clean Fuels Alliance Foundation has awarded Courtney Videchak the 2025 Beth Calabotta Sustainable Education Grant. A Mechanical Engineering PhD candidate at the University of Michigan with experience working on diesel engines, Videchak’s research inspired her
by Carlos Anchondo and Kelsey Brugger (Politico's E&E Daily) Tax incentives for carbon capture and storage are among the most popular and bipartisan on Capitol Hill. -- One of Congress' leading skeptics of mainstream climate change science and a critic of the fossil
by Mitchell Hora (Continuum Ag) The 45Z Clean Fuel Production Credit has the potential to drive more soil health practice adoption than even the Farm Bill—but only if implemented correctly. To ensure success, Continuum Ag recommends three key changes to the
by Hong Wai Onn (Dialogue Earth/Eco-Business) Advances in biofuels could cement Thailand’s role as a regional leader in renewable energy. -- Since the late 1970s, Thailand has recognised the need for a domestically produced transport fuel. Seeking to reduce reliance on imported fossil
This forum will break down historical racial disparities in transportation, energy, and the environment. READ MORE
by Leah Douglas (Reuters) A U.S. Department of Agriculture investigation into the agency's funding for the University of Maine could compromise research on biofuels, vegetables, and "forever chemicals" that have been polluting the state, said an advocate and a state lawmaker. USDA
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) This presentation by Kevin Harrison from the National Renewable Energy Laboratory aims to scale down a hydrogen-biomethanation system into a mobile RD&D platform to enable faster research, IP development & validation, and improved gas mass transfer
(ASAFA) The Asian Sustainable Aviation Fuel Association (ASAFA) and the Aviation Initiative for Renewable Energy in Germany (aireg) are proud to announce their strategic partnership aimed at fostering the rapid market development of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF). This collaboration reflects a shared commitment
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(Roundtable on Sustainable Biomaterials) This procedure describes the principles and rules of the RSB Book & Claim System, which consists of this RSB Book & Claim Manual (normative procedure), the RSB Registry (digital data storage system), and the RSB Procedure for
In partnership with Alaska Airlines & Boeing. Join Us to Shape the Future of Sustainable Aviation -- RSB members, mark your calendars for the RSB Innovations Meeting 2025 in partnership with Alaska Airlines & Boeing, where industry leaders, innovators, NGO thought leaders and policymakers will gather to
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(University of British Columbia Okanagan Campus) H2LAB is built to advance hydrogen energy research by developing practical low-carbon solutions -- With its doors now officially open, UBC Okanagan’s new hydrogen research laboratory (H2LAB) is set to become a key hub for clean
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(U.S. Environmental Protection Agency) On March 7, 2025, EPA announces a final rule to extend the Renewable Fuel Standard compliance reporting deadline for the 2024 compliance year. EPA is also making several minor amendments and technical corrections to other RFS provisions.
by Ryan Evans (Nebraska Today)The Nebraska ethanol and co-products industry remains a significant and stable force that contributes billions of dollars to the state’s economy, according to a new study from the University of Nebraska–Lincoln. The study analyzes the industry’s economic
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by Dan Zukowski (Smart Cities Dive) EVs’ high costs and the need for public charging make them less viable for many low-income communities, the Transportation Energy Institute says. It suggests a more inclusive approach. -- Transportation electrification may not be the best
by Tammy Klein (Transport Energy Strategies) With President Donald Trump’s return to the White House, U.S. transport and energy policy has undergone a dramatic 180 degree shift, to say the least. Executive orders (EOs) issued in the first weeks of his
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(Sustainable Energy Fund) SEF has published a request for proposal (RFP) for projects that will support the deployment of Circular Energy and Agriphotovoltaics (APV) in a manner that will improve the economic and environmental health of communities within the Pennsylvania region. Circular
(Biofuels Digest) It's exciting to announce the 2025 William C. Holmberg Award for Lifetime Achievement in the Bioeconomy will be presented to Gevo CEO Patrick R. Gruber on March 20th at ABLC. He's being recognized for his transformative leadership at Gevo,
(Office of the Minister for Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development and Local Government) The Albanese Government is delivering $250 million to accelerate the pace of Australia’s growing domestic Low Carbon Liquid Fuels (LCLF) industry. This funding is part of the $1.7 billion Future
by Cindy Zimmerman (Energy.AgWired.com) Since most car makers stopped selling flex-fuel vehicles, it’s hard to find a new car or truck these days that is made to run on up to 85% ethanol fuel. But at Commodity Classic, the Renewable Fuels Association was
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by Doug Durante and Doug Sombke (Clean Fuels Development Coalition/South Dakota Farmers Union/Biofuels Digest) As usual there is a lot of angst in middle America these days with uncertainty over RFS volumes, small refinery waivers, bird flu, budget cuts, and looming
(Brazil Ministry of Foreign Affairs) Brazil welcomed with great satisfaction the technical recommendation on sustainable aviation fuels made during the 13th triennial meeting of the Aviation Environmental Protection Committee (CAEP) of the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO). The recommendation, which will be submitted
by Adil Faouzi (Morocco World News) These projects follow two earlier agreements signed in October 2024 between Morocco and France, witnessed by King Mohammed VI and French President Emmanuel Macron. -- Morocco’s green hydrogen ambitions took an epochal step forward as Prime Minister
(Biofuels International) Some UK anti-dumping and anti-subsidy measures will expire in 2026. Affected UK producers can apply for an expiry review if they want the measures to be kept. The window for affected domestic producers to apply for an expiry review has now
(U.S. House of Representatives Committee on Agriculture Democrats) Caleb Ragland, president, American Soybean Association: “Farmers are frustrated. Tariffs are not something to take lightly and ‘have fun’ with. Not only do they hit our family businesses squarely in the wallet, but they
(Biofuels International) Biffa has partnered with Certas Energy to convert 25 transfer station plant vehicles within its industrial and commercial (I&C) division to hydrotreated vegetable oil (HVO) fuel. The switch means Biffa continues to grow its green fleet and has set a
by James McLoughlin (Logistics Manager) Global transport and logistics company GEODIS has announced the launch of a new road transport fleet comprising 11 Euro 4 and Euro 6 biofuel trucks in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). This initiative, the company hopes, will help
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Special EPM Podcast Series hosted by Sue Retka Schill featuring Shirley Ball -- Sporting a red hat, toting DDG cookies and a 5-gallon still, Shirley Ball advocated for ethanol as WIFE Energy Chair and as executive director of EPAC. LISTEN; includes
(Clean Fuels Alliance America) Today, Clean Fuels Alliance America and other groups representing agriculture and maritime fleets thanked Senate and House champions for introducing the bipartisan Renewable Fuel for Ocean-Going Vessels Act. Sens. Pete Ricketts (R-NE) and Amy Klobuchar (D-MN) sponsored the
Every step supports clean energy and sustainability. Run, walk, or cheer—be part of the movement for a greener future! Get ready to step up for the environment at the Earth Day 5K Walk and Green Expo, a celebration of sustainability, clean energy,
(Tokyo University of Science) Scientists develop a low-cost palladium-based nanosheet catalyst that matches platinum's performance in hydrogen production -- Hydrogen energy is emerging as a key driver of a clean, sustainable future, offering a zero-emission alternative to fossil fuels. Although it is
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(Gasum) Gasum also uses Fazer’s food waste to produce biogas. -- Nordic energy company Gasum and the food and confectionary group Fazer have entered into an agreement on the use of biogas in the transport of Fazer’s bakery products. The inedible food
(Hactl) Hong Kong Air Cargo Terminals Limited (Hactl) – Hong Kong’s largest independent cargo handler – is entering into a new memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Shell Hong Kong Limited (Shell), covering the supply of renewable diesel fuel for its ramp
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) This presentation by Lance Schideman from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, focuses on a cloth filter anaerobic membrane bioreactor (CFAnMBR) for municipal wastewater treatment. The CFAnMBR technology achieves high flux with low cleaning energy, resolving
(DNV) Gain valuable insights and make smart decisions about your compliance strategy. -- FuelEU Maritime is the next key EU initiative aimed at reducing greenhouse gas emissions in shipping by promoting the use of cleaner fuels. To support the industry in
(DNV) Gain insights into key solutions and strategies for maritime's decarbonization journey -- Decarbonization targets have become more ambitious, and regulations more stringent. Action needs to be taken to reduce emissions today and energy efficiency measures can deliver short-term emissions reductions, while
(Manifold Times) Manual builds upon existing gas carrier procedures for loading, discharging, and ship-to-ship transfers, adapting these established protocols to suit bunkering operations. -- Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners (CIP), through its Energy Transition Fund (ETF), recently developed an Ammonia Bunkering Operations Manual in
(Trillium/ACT News) With increasingly complex and varying regulations along with additional sustainability goals and initiatives, fleets can often face uncertainty when navigating the cleanest available heavy-duty vehicle technologies and fuels. Often clean vehicles come with a significant price tag when compared
(Mitsui O.S.K. Lines) Mitsui O.S.K. Lines, Ltd. (MOL; President & CEO: Takeshi Hashimoto) today announced that on March 1 2025, it joined the e-NG Coalition (Note 1), an international alliance that aims to accelerate the development and use of e-methane (Note
by Nicole Jao (Reuters) Tariffs on imports from Canada raise wholesale gasoline prices in US Northeast; Midwest and Gulf Coast regions to experience delayed price hikes; US imports around 4 million bpd of Canadian oil -- U.S. retail gasoline prices are set to climb
by Rachel Frazin (The Hill) President Trump’s pick to lead the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) office in charge of climate change and air pollution said Wednesday that the U.S. should “adapt to” rather than try to minimize climate change. Aaron Szabo’s comment
(Biofuel Development Opportunity Zone Initiative) Alaska’s First BDO Zone Reveals Challenges and Opportunities in the Local Bioeconomy -- The Southeast Conference, Ecostrat and the BDO Zone Initiative are pleased to announce the issue of a BDO Zone ‘BB’ Rating for Prince of Wales Island, Alaska. The BDO
by Michael Miller (University of Cincinnati/Phys.Org) One limitation of producing biofuel is that the alcohol created by fermentation is toxic to the microbes that produce it. Now scientists are closer to overcoming this obstacle. Researchers from the University of Cincinnati and the
(edie) edie has partnered with Centrica Business Solutions to publish a new, free-to-download report answering business’s frequently asked questions on generating and using biomethane. Biomethane is of interest to businesses for several reasons. As well as being less emissions-intensive then natural gases,
(Argus Media) Prices for fossil and renewable diesel supported by industry stakeholders, including Siemens -- Global energy and commodity price reporting agency Argus has launched a new online service to publish monthly average prices for German HVO – hydrotreated vegetable oil,
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) This presentation by Shulin Chen of Washington State University aims to reduce the production cost of pure biomethane derived from waste through an intensified anaerobic digestion (AD) system. The IVAD system integrates a hydrothermal reactor, a
(American Biogas Council) The American Biogas Council (ABC) announced today it has launched its Biogas Carbon Accounting Tool (Biogas CAT), a groundbreaking tool to count the full lifecycle emissions of biogas projects. This new tool was prepared for the ABC by EcoEngineers, a leading
by Tommaso Lecca (Politico) Finland’s Neste blames the airlines for not keeping their promise to guarantee voluntary demand for sustainable aviation fuel. -- The EU's effort to slash CO2 emissions from flying is running into serious trouble and Brussels needs to force
(Olleco/Biobased Diesel Daily) U.K.-based Olleco announced in late February the opening of its new used cooking oil (UCO) processing plant in Liverpool. The UCO collected by Olleco will be refined in this new facility and then sent through a pipe to its
(Red Sea Global) Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) is being made available to all airlines operating at Red Sea International Airport. The SAF used at the Red Sea International airport will reduce the produced carbon emissions resulting directly from each aircraft that uses
(S&P Global) Platts, part of S&P Global Commodity Insights, has modified the federal tax credit for its biodiesel (B100) price assessment in Houston and Chicago, effective Feb. 24, 2025. This change aligns with the transition under the Inflation Reduction Act wherein, effective
(SAF Coalition) Coalition representing nearly 60 stakeholders across SAF value chain expressed optimism about the future of SAF policy in the 119th Congress -- The Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) Coalition met with key lawmakers on Capitol Hill yesterday to discuss critical policies
by Tammy Bruce (U.S. Department of State) The United States strongly objects to a recommendation on “sustainable” aviation fuels made during the 13th triennial meeting of the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) Committee on Aviation Environmental Protection (CAEP). This recommendation to
by Joanne Ivancic* (Advanced Biofuels USA) Just a quick review of yesterday's speech to Congress by President Donald Trump reveals a lot about his priorities in what he didn't say. Not since President George W. Bush said "switch grass" in
(Brazil Ministry of Mines and Energy/Biobased Diesel Daily) Brazil’s National Energy Policy Council (CNPE) approved Feb. 18 the creation of a working group to expand the diversity of raw materials and strengthen the inclusion of family farmers and small producers in
(Kearney/PR Newswire) - Demand for sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) will reach 17 million tons per year by 2030. - The capital required could range from $19 billion to $45 billion, depending on the technology mix. -- A new study by the
(Minnesota Senate Republican Caucus) Minnesota is poised to be a global leader in sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) production, and Senator John Jasinski (Faribault) is making sure the state seizes that opportunity with a bill (SF 1312) that offers a significant expansion of tax
by Ron Kotrba (Biobased Diesel Daily) U.K.-based Northumbrian Water Group Ltd. announced Feb. 25 that a team of its research experts is developing a ground-breaking project that will transform algae grown in domestic sewage into sustainable aviation fuel (SAF). Named the “Green
(U.K. Department for Transport and Mike Kane MP) Have your say on how the sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) revenue certainty mechanism could be funded. -- air travel to become greener as government introduces industry-led price guarantee to boost sustainable aviation fuel supply while keeping
by Ron Kotrba (Biobased Diesel Daily) A sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) project proposed by Idemitsu Kosan Co. Ltd. as part of Japan’s Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry’s investment-promotion measures using GX Economic Transition Bonds was adopted Feb. 20, according to
(Economic Times Auto) In the global energy landscape, India stands strong as the third largest biofuel producer, driving the shift towards cleaner and renewable energy, Minister of Petroleum and Natural Gas, Hardeep Singh Puri, said on Monday. READ MORE Related articles India Emerges As World's
Part of our global event series, the 2025 Maritime Decarbonisation Conference will examine the most viable decarbonisation pathways for Asia’s shipping industry, bringing together the latest thinking and developments on net zero strategies, regulations, technologies, supply chain maturity and economics. Attendees
by John Snyder (Riviera) WOMAR Logistics chief operating officer Manish Jain sees biodiesel as the best alternative fuel choice for small tankers to comply with FuelEU Maritime, but has concerns about availability, storage and contamination -- When it comes to complying with
by Tom Watson (Tenneco/Engine Technology Forum) ... As we mark World Engineering Day on March 4, it prompts me to reflect on how advancements in engine technology have contributed to broader societal goals. The evolution of internal combustion engines (ICE) over the past century has
With new policy developments in biofuels arriving seemingly every day, it’s the perfect time to examine how the evolving biofuels industry impacts animal agriculture. We’re here to show that biofuels and animal feed value chains can collaborate to unlock more
(BNDES/Bnamericas) This is a machine translation of the press release originally published in Portuguese The National Bank for Economic and Social Development (BNDES) approved a credit line for financing in the amount of R$125.7 million for Ciclus Ambiental Rio SA With resources
(Baker Hughes) Frontier’s SCS Hub, spanning nearly 100,000 acres in Wyoming, will provide open-access CO₂ storage for industrial emitters and ethanol producers using its CO₂-by-rail strategy; Baker Hughes will provide key CCS and power generation technologies, including CO₂ compression, well design, and its industrial
by Cindy Zimmerman (Energy.AgWired.com) The Renewable Fuels Foundation made it possible for eight young people interested in furthering a career in the ethanol industry to attend the 2025 National Ethanol Conference in Nashville recently. Most of this year’s recipients are already working in the industry and
(ICM/Ethanol Producer Magazine) Since distillers corn oil (DCO) entered the ethanol industry as a high-value coproduct, producers and technology providers have worked long and hard to find ways to maximize the amount of DCO they could recover. Early on, DCO yields
by Brent Barnett (Brownfield Ag News) A director for the Wisconsin Corn Promotion Board says he sees a favorable outlook for U.S. ethanol exports. Shane Goplin says he expects momentum from 2024 to continue through 2025. “We have to increase our production.
by Currey McCullough (RFD TV) Renewable fuel groups are bending the ear of lawmakers, urging them to take action on IRA tax credits that expired at the end of last year. The RFA’s Geoff Cooper says it could be a while before the
by Lily Kuo, David J. Lynch and Amanda Coletta (Washington Post) China and Canada will impose their own tariffs on billions of dollars worth of U.S. goods, and Mexico plans to announce new levies soon, as Trump’s tariffs take effect. -- ... China
by Jens Flottau (Aviation Week) The airline industry will have to review its target of reaching net zero emissions by 2050, IATA Director General Willie Walsh said. “We are going to have to revisit it, we are not making as strong a progress
Continuum Ag has issued verified Carbon Intensity (CI) Certificates to farmers who completed the first-ever CI Certification audit process. These official Certificates represent low carbon footprint bushels of corn and are available for farmers to sell into participating markets. The
(Continuum Ag) Continuum Ag has issued verified Carbon Intensity (CI) Certificates to farmers who completed the first-ever CI Certification audit process. These official Certificates represent low carbon footprint bushels of corn and are available for farmers to sell into participating markets.
by Clinton Griffiths (AgWeb) Steady investment in ‘green’ biofuels has promised new market demand for farmers and ethanol producers, but will that continue in 2025? -- Optimism remains high that growth in the biofuels industry will continue under the new Trump administration.
by Jordyn Dahl (Politico) The European Commission said Monday (March 3, 2025) it will change the way it calculates emissions targets for carmakers in a bid to help the deeply troubled industry. The executive will put forward an amendment to allow the
by Samantha Paul (Grain Journal) The National Oilseed Processors Association (NOPA) called on the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) to include oilseed-derived domestic biomass-based renewable fuels such as biodiesel and renewable diesel in any definition of Sustainable Maritime Fuel. “NOPA members’ oilseed
(Ship Management) Anglo-Eastern, a global leader in innovative maritime training solutions, is proud to announce the establishment of a new LNG (Liquefied Natural Gas)/Ammonia bunkering station skid at Anglo-Eastern Maritime Academy (AEMA) located in Karjat, Mumbai which was unveiled during Anglo-Eastern’s
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