by Marc Heller (E&E News Greenwire) EPA’s climbing mandate for biomass-based diesel is robbing a key ingredient — animal fat — from pet food manufacturers, companies say. ... That is the view of the Pet Food Institute, a trade group for companies like
IRFA Advocates for Biodiesel in Clean School Bus Program
by Cindy Zimmerman (Energy.AgWired.com) The Iowa Renewable Fuels Association (IRFA) recently submitted comments in response to the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) request for information on the Clean School Bus (CSB) Program. The EPA sought feedback on a broad range of fuel options that school buses could use to reduce emissions, including biofuels, natural gas, and hydrogen, in their revamping of the program.
In its comments, IRFA strongly recommended allocating substantial resources towards biodiesel infrastructure to enable the use of B20 (20% biodiesel, 80% petroleum diesel) or higher blends, engine modification technologies for buses to use blends as high as B100, and incentivizing the purchase of biodiesel to allow school districts to try it in their fleets.
IRFA participated in a study with Humboldt Community School District in Iowa to evaluate the benefits of switching its fleet from conventional diesel to B11. The study found a 3.4% increase in fuel economy, an 11.2% decrease in fuel burned for DPF regeneration, and consistent results when more buses in the fleet were switched to biodiesel.
“IRFA recommends that EPA allocate CSB grant funds toward helping “buy down” higher biodiesel blends for participating school districts. They may be interested and willing to make the switch to blends such as B20, but making any kind of change can be a risky decision, especially for districts with limited budgets. As demonstrated by the Humboldt pilot study, school districts that are incentivized to compare biodiesel blends with conventional diesel will see benefits, making continued adoption more likely.” READ MORE
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It’s Time to Act on the European Commission’s Call for the EU to Use More Biofuels
(ePURE) As the EU scrambles to secure its energy supply, European renewable ethanol is an affordable and sustainable alternative to imported oil -- The European Commission’s new recommendation that the EU could increase its use of biofuels as a way to boost energy security and reduce dependence on fossil oil is yet another reminder of the strategic importance of renewable ethanol in an increasingly uncertain geopolitical climate.
European ethanol biorefineries producing food, feed, fuel and biogenic CO2 are domestic assets that can help the EU to realise its ambitions for climate change mitigation as well as energy independence, food security, and agricultural and industrial autonomy, all while strengthening EU farmers’ revenue.
War in the Middle East and the resulting upheaval of energy markets have forced Europe to think more about its resilience, competitiveness and independence. There has never been a more important time for the EU to adopt policies that make the best use of these renewable resources.
In a 31 March letter to EU energy ministers, Commissioner Dan Jørgensen said Europe “must be ready for a potentially prolonged disruption of international energy trade” and a statement from the Commission’s Directorate General for Energy suggested that “increasing the uptake of biofuels could help substitute for fossil petroleum products and alleviate pressure on the market.”
This is a first step in the right direction for the Commission and should be followed up with urgent additional actions to unleash the potential of the domestic renewable ethanol industry for replacing fossil fuel, giving EU citizens access to cheaper renewable energy sources, boosting food and feed production and supporting EU agriculture and industry.
The EU has numerous biorefineries capable of contributing much more to Europe’s energy sovereignty. Our plants are currently operating below capacity, a situation that could be unlocked if E20 were authorised for use in petrol cars. The EU should rapidly reopen the Fuel Quality Directive to allow the use of E20 – a move supported by several auto manufacturers.
The upcoming review of the Renewable Energy Directive for post-2030 is another perfect opportunity for policymakers to revise the crop-cap limits to ensure energy supply of domestic energy sources and strengthen EU’s energy and food security.
The current geopolitical situation is an opportunity the EU should embrace to support agriculture and our food and energy sovereignty at a time when European farmers are facing severe difficulties.
Other countries such as the US and Brazil are actively supporting their domestic ethanol industries. It’s time the EU did the same. READ MORE
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Strait to the Point: The Impact of the Strait of Hormuz Crisis on the Bio-Economy
by Oliver Booth (Biofuels Digest) ... The Strait of Hormuz crisis is actively rewriting the playbook for the global bio-economy, serving as the strongest argument for domestically produced clean fuels since the 1973 Arab oil embargo. What was previously framed largely as a climate and decarbonization initiative has overnight morphed into an urgent national security mandate. Every barrel of biofuel or renewable diesel produced from domestic feedstocks is a barrel that does not need to transit a chokepoint. In a political context where “energy dominance” is the framing of choice, clean fuels now fit the narrative perfectly.
The Erasure of the Green Premium
In the short term, the surge in crude oil prices is rapidly narrowing the traditional “green premium”—the cost gap between fossil fuels and clean alternatives.
At $90–100/bbl Brent, conventional diesel translates to roughly $3.50–4.50/gal. By comparison, renewable diesel typically costs between 4.50 and $5.00/gal to produce. When producers stack existing policy incentives—such as federal RFS D4 RINs (valued at $\sim$ $0.70/gal$), California’s Low Carbon Fuel Standard (LCFS) credits ($\sim 0.35–0.50/gal), and the forthcoming 45Z tax credit—incentive-adjusted renewable diesel can close 1.50–2.00+/gal of that gap.
At these prices, renewable diesel approaches parity in California and Brazil, where imported diesel prices have actually surpassed contracts for biodiesel. Similarly, the historically steep multiple for Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF), which typically trades at 2–3x Jet A, becomes far less extreme when jet fuel prices are themselves surging. If these levels hold for more than a few weeks, expect real capital to move into domestic projects.
The UCO Bottleneck and Europe’s Vulnerability
Despite these tailwinds, not all clean fuel pathways are insulated from the shipping crisis. Producers heavily dependent on imported Used Cooking Oil (UCO) for SAF and renewable diesel are the immediate losers of this disruption. Europe is exceptionally exposed to this vulnerability, importing more than 80% of its UCO, most of which moves by sea.
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The rerouting of vessels around the Cape of Good Hope to avoid the conflict zone adds approximately 3,500 nautical miles and 10 to 14 days to transit times, layering massive freight and insurance costs on top of a market that is already structurally tightening.
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The EU’s ReFuelEU Aviation mandate (requiring 2% SAF from 2025, rising to 6% by 2030) does not change, but compliance becomes dramatically more expensive.
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The ethanol-to-SAF, or Alcohol-to-Jet (AtJ), pathway is receiving a massive strategic tailwind as UCO-based feedstock costs spike.
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Furthermore, US gasoline at 3.58/gal improves the economics for E15 and E85 blending, with groups like the Renewable Fuels Association already calling for year-round E15 in response to the crisis.
Capital Flight and the Stalling of Gulf Megaprojects
The crisis is also redrawing the map for the future of the hydrogen and ammonia sectors. Before the closure, Saudi Arabia, the UAE, and Oman were positioning themselves as the anchor producers for the emerging green hydrogen and ammonia export economy. These Gulf-anchored projects were intended to bring large-scale capacity online to serve as future marine fuels and industrial exports.
That momentum has been instantly checked. Drone strikes have already hit Oman’s ports at Duqm and Salalah, and Sohar now falls within the expanded war-risk insurance zone.
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A Structural Shift for the Future
The maritime shipping industry—the sector most physically impacted by the Strait’s closure—is currently forced to push its decarbonization goals aside. The International Maritime Organization’s (IMO) Net-Zero Framework was already stalled before the crisis. Now, with the industry managing reroutes, absorbing insurance costs, and dealing with stranded vessels, the political appetite for a global carbon tax on shipping is near zero. In a prolonged scenario, the framework may be considered “dead this cycle”.
Yet, the crisis makes the strategic case for alternative marine fuels undeniable: ships running on fossil fuel from Gulf chokepoints are the ones most exposed to these geopolitical shocks. The 2026 Hormuz crisis is transforming clean fuels from environmental targets into critical security infrastructure. Just as the 1973 embargo birthed the IEA, strategic petroleum reserves, and fuel economy standards, this disruption could do the same for clean fuels.
The ingredients are now all in place: bipartisan support for biofuels in the US, SAF mandates in the EU, and a shipping industry that has just learned exactly what fossil-fuel chokepoint dependence costs. The global market is receiving a harsh, fact-forward lesson: in an era defined by unpredictable geopolitical chokeholds, the most valuable fuel is the one synthesized securely within your own borders
Digest note: Oliver Booth’s complete Strait to the Point update and Sightline Q1 Outlook can be accessed here and here. READ MORE
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Excerpt from E&E News Climatewire: As oil prices spike, governments are slashing fuel use and eyeing renewables — threatening to erode global demand for fossil energy.
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The crisis has the potential to boomerang on Trump, driving countries away from fossil fuels and into the arms of cleaner technologies the president scorns.
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South Korean President Lee Jae Myung called for a rapid shift to renewable energy this week, saying, “Our future will be at serious risk if we continue to rely on fossil fuels.”
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“If anything, the ongoing military operations have actually underscored the importance of domestically producing reliable, affordable, and secure energy,” (Washington spokesperson Taylor) Rogers said. “Many of our allies that have tried transitioning to intermittent and unreliable renewable energy sources have predictably failed to break their reliance on foreign oil that goes through the Strait.” READ MORE
Excerpt from Inside EPA: Responding to rising gasoline prices from the Iran war has emerged as a policy priority for the Trump administration, with EPA seeking to expand fuel supplies by increasing blending requirements under the renewable fuel standard (RFS) and allow summertime sales of E15 to benefit biofuel producers. But those moves have stoked oil refinery concerns about market distortions that would harm consumers, while ethanol producers are urging Congress to go further in approving legislation that would allow year-round sales of E15... READ MORE
Excerpt from ShawLocal: In a letter to members of the Congressional Committee on Energy and Commerce obtained by Capitol News Illinois, Pritzker argued that year-round E15 would help spur domestic energy production and stabilize fuel markets.
“I respectfully urge you to support legislation that ensures the permanent, nationwide availability of year-round E15,” Pritzker wrote, adding, “doing so would provide certainty to the market, strengthen rural economies, and reinforce America’s commitment to domestic energy production.”
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The governor also pointed to broader economic pressures on the agricultural sector, including the ongoing war in Iran, as a reason for already higher gas prices. According to AAA, gas prices eclipsed $4 per gallon across the country this week for the first time since 2022. READ MORE
Excerpt from ResourceWise: Energy Security Bringing Biofuels Back Into Focus
Beyond short-term pricing effects, the crisis may also have broader policy implications.
Countries heavily reliant on imported fossil fuels are already reconsidering their energy strategies. Brazil and Indonesia, for example, have recently doubled down on biofuel mandates to reduce dependence on volatile global fuel markets.
Similar discussions are now emerging in the United States.
The Renewable Fuels Association (RFA) has urged the Trump administration to accelerate approval of nationwide E15 gasoline, arguing it could help ease rising fuel prices.
For diesel markets, the argument may increasingly shift toward fuel security. Expanding support for biofuels, especially renewable diesel, could align with the broader US Energy Dominance strategy. Recent executive actions have already recognized the importance of green diesel in the country's energy future.
A Market Opportunity for Renewable Fuels
For now, the biofuels industry is experiencing an unexpected tailwind.
A rally in fossil fuel prices driven by geopolitical risk rather than renewable market fundamentals has quickly transformed margins for biodiesel and renewable diesel producers. Whether this boost proves temporary or marks the start of a longer-term shift will depend on how oil markets evolve in the coming months.
But one thing is clear: in times of energy disruption, biofuels are once again stepping into the conversation… not just as a climate solution, but as a strategic energy asset. READ MORE
Excerpt from Biofuels International: The escalating conflict in the Middle East has pushed crude oil prices sharply higher, with some benchmarks rising more than 25% and surpassing levels last seen in mid‑2022.
This spike in energy costs is reshaping the economics of alternative fuels. As crude becomes more expensive, biodiesel producers are turning to palm oil, which is currently trading at a significant discount to gasoil, making it a more cost‑effective feedstock.
Higher freight rates are also influencing buying patterns.
Asian importers, facing rising shipping costs, are seeking quicker shipments of vegetable oils, further supporting demand for palm oil. At the same time, Indonesia and Malaysia—responsible for the bulk of global supply — have seen production climb to record highs, leaving inventories elevated and prices under pressure.
The conflict has effectively reversed that trend, lifting palm oil prices to their highest in more than a year.
Policy shifts may add further momentum. Indonesia is considering reviving its B50 biodiesel mandate, a move that would significantly increase domestic consumption and tighten global supply. READ MORE
Excerpt from CNN Brazil (Google Translation): Increasing blends of ethanol and biodiesel reveal energy and agricultural strategies in several countries.
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In the diesel sector, the most ambitious initiative currently underway is in Indonesia. The country operates with a mandatory blend of approximately 40% biodiesel (B40) and is discussing raising this proportion to B50, in a program primarily based on the use of palm oil. The policy aims to reduce diesel imports and increase the added value of local agricultural production.
In the United States, the strategy is different. The country uses more moderate blends of biodiesel—typically between B5 and B20—but on a large scale.
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In South America, Colombia uses a blend close to B10 in its diesel fuel. Argentina, in turn, maintains a mandate of approximately B7.5, with recurring debates about the possibility of increasing the percentage in the future, in line with the weight of the soybean complex in its economy.
Thailand follows a more moderate model. The diesel sold in the country typically uses around 7% biodiesel (B7), although higher blends, such as B20, exist, mainly intended for commercial fleets. Thai energy policy seeks to balance the use of biodiesel produced from palm oil with the need to avoid excessive pressure on fuel prices.
In the case of gasoline, ethanol plays a central role in several markets. Paraguay is among the countries with the highest share of biofuel in the blend, with levels close to 30% ethanol in gasoline. In Argentina, the national mandate is around 12%.
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In Sweden and the United States, standard gasoline contains about 10% ethanol (E10), while flex-fuel vehicles can use fuels with up to 85% ethanol (E85).
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In Asia, India has been rapidly expanding its national ethanol program . The country recently reached its target of approximately 20% ethanol in gasoline, following strong growth in domestic production based on sugarcane and grains.
Brazil occupies a unique position in this scenario. The gasoline sold in the country currently contains 30% anhydrous ethanol (E30), one of the highest percentages in the world, while diesel incorporates 15% biodiesel (B15). The widespread presence of flex-fuel vehicles—capable of also operating on hydrated ethanol—further expands the share of biofuels in transportation energy consumption. Policies such as RenovaBio reinforce this role by creating market incentives for emission reduction. READ MORE
Expanding Global Markets Key as Biofuel Policy Remains Uncertain
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Placer, Nevada, and El Dorado Counties Awarded Investment-Grade BDO Zone Ratings
(Biofuel Development Opportunity Zone Initiative) Tahoe Central Sierra Biomass Pilot Project Establishes Northern California as Investment-Ready Bioeconomy Region -- Ecostrat and the BDO Zone Initiative are pleased to announce that under the Tahoe Central Sierra Biomass Aggregation Pilot Project, Placer County, Nevada County, and El Dorado County have each
April 03, 2026 Read Full Article
Illinois Reaches B20 Milestone, Strengthening Farm Economy and Expanding Biodiesel Use
(Clean Fuels Alliance America) Clean Fuels Alliance America applauds Illinois’ move to a B20 biodiesel blend requirement, a major milestone in the state’s nation-leading efforts to expand the use of cleaner, domestically produced fuels. Effective April 1, the minimum biodiesel blend required
April 03, 2026 Read Full Article
Europe’s Next Sustainable Aviation Fuel: How Sphaerica Could Reshape Global SAF Supply
by Rachel Sparkhall (Hutan Bio) A newly identified marine microalga called Sphaerica is set to bolster sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) feedstock supply, offering refiners worldwide a scalable, and independent oil stream for HEFA, SAF and renewable diesel. The Growing SAF Feedstock Challenge For much of
April 03, 2026 Read Full Article
Dual Approaches Pinpoint Genes for Better Biofuel Production
by Chris Hubbuch (Great Lakes Bioenergy Research Center) New technique can speed innovations in biomanufacturing, medicine, and agriculture -- By combining two complementary techniques, University of Wisconsin–Madison scientists have developed a way to efficiently pinpoint genes that help microbes tolerate harsh conditions
April 03, 2026 Read Full Article
Timing Is Everything: How Drought Affects Switchgrass
by Chris Hubbuch (Great Lakes Bioenergy Research Center) Drought stress during growth makes switchgrass hardier but compromises biofuel production -- ... While switchgrass can survive droughts, scientists don’t fully understand how drought affects the plant’s growth or downstream biofuel production. In this
April 03, 2026 Read Full Article
Just Add Water: Diluting Organic Solvent Can Lower Cost of Bioproducts
by Chris Hubbuch (Great Lakes Bioenergy Research Center) Study combined lab experiments and computational modeling to identify the best solvent system for a process that converts plant material into high-value chemicals -- Plant fibers are a potential renewable source of fuels and
April 03, 2026 Read Full Article
Senator Klobuchar Visits Bushmills Ethanol in Atwater
(KWLM/Learfield News) U.S. Senator Amy Klobuchar toured Bushmills Ethanol on Monday, highlighting the role of Minnesota-made biofuels in lowering gas prices and strengthening domestic energy production. Klobuchar says Bushmills officials are happy President Trump signed an executive order allowing 15% ethanol-blend gasoline
April 03, 2026 Read Full Article
Metafuels Secures Dutch Government Grant to Advance Rotterdam eSAF Project
(Metafuels/Biobased Diesel Daily) Metafuels announced April 1 that its Dutch subsidiary, Metafuels Nederland B.V., has been awarded a 1.92-million-euro (USD$2.23 million) grant. The grant comes from the Netherlands Enterprise Agency (RVO) under the TSE Industry Studies-Hydrogen & Green Chemistry program (GroenvermogenNL), supporting
April 03, 2026 Read Full Article
EPA Renewable Fuel Actions Strengthen Case for a Maryland Clean Fuel Standard, Maryland Biofuels Task Force Says
(Maryland Biofuels Task Force) New federal RFS volumes and 2026 year-round E15 relief underscore a timely opportunity for Maryland to lower fuel costs, strengthen agricultural markets, and cut emissions with E15 and B20. -- The Greater Washington Region Clean Cities Coalition
April 03, 2026 Read Full Article
Why Renewable Diesel Margins Are Getting Harder to Understand
(ResourceWise) ... Today, stakeholders are facing a different reality: margins that move unexpectedly, signals that seem to conflict, and outcomes that are harder to explain. This holds true even with more data at hand than ever before. So, the burning question is
April 03, 2026 Read Full Article
INERATEC and TERTU Establish Joint Venture T.H2 to Build a Synthetic Fuel Plant in Normandy
(INERATEC) The German cleantech company INERATEC and the French industrial group TERTU have formed the joint venture T.H2, marking a major step toward the development of a common synthetic fuel production plant to be located near Caen in Normandy. The plant will be
April 03, 2026 Read Full Article
PureCycle Signs €40 Million Innovation Fund Grant Agreement with European Climate, Infrastructure and Environment Executive Agency
(PureCycle) PureCycle announced that it has signed a €40 million grant agreement from the European Innovation Fund with CINEA to help fund the Company's future facility in Belgium. -- PureCycle Technologies, Inc. (Nasdaq: PCT), today (March 25, 2026), announced that it has signed
April 03, 2026 Read Full Article
The Digest’s 2026 Multi Slide Guide to Technology Performance Insurance
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) Ariel Green, a division of Ariel Re (Lloyd’s of London), introduced specialized insurance products designed to bridge the “First-of-a-Kind” (FOAK) gap for net-zero technology projects. The most newsworthy aspect is their deployment of Technology Performance Insurance,
April 03, 2026 Read Full Article
2026 TopSoil Summit --- June 10, 2026 --- Riverside, IA
The TopSoil Summit is where farmers, ethanol plants, and ag partners come together to prepare for what’s next. With 45Z underway and new opportunities emerging, this is your chance to get ahead. At Continuum Ag, we’ve been working for years to
April 03, 2026 Read Full Article
Gov. Whitmer Issues EO Clearing E15 Sales Following Rep. Neyer’s Letter of Support
by Dennis Rudat and Jon Adamy (Farm News Media/Michigan Farm News) E15 is approved for use in all cars, trucks and SUVs made in model year 2001 or newer — representing 96% of all vehicles on the road today. However, access
April 03, 2026 Read Full Article
Rural Voices USA: Continues Six-Figure Ad Campaign Demanding E15 as Gas Prices Hit $4 and Congress Leaves Town
(WisPolitics) Campaign focuses on gas price messaging as fuel costs spike past $4 and Congress leaves for two-week recess; New digital and billboard ads being launched this month Rural Voices USA today (April 2, 2026) announced a continuation of its six-figure “Stop the
April 03, 2026 Read Full Article
Strait to the Point: The Impact of the Strait of Hormuz Crisis on the Bio-Economy
by Oliver Booth (Biofuels Digest) ... The Strait of Hormuz crisis is actively rewriting the playbook for the global bio-economy, serving as the strongest argument for domestically produced clean fuels since the 1973 Arab oil embargo. What was previously framed largely
April 03, 2026 Read Full Article
Earth Month A-Z: Today--Words Starting with "B"
Biofuel Biorefinery Boat fuel Brewery waste Bamboo B100 Biodiesel Each day we will feature words that have special meaning for transitioning to a truly sustainable renewable future. And, we'll highlight an image that illustrates one of those words. Join us from A to Z! Check out our website
April 03, 2026 Read Full Article
Technical Seminar on Methane-Based Fuels --- May 12, 2026 --- London, UK and ONLINE
International Maritime Organization -- The Future Fuels and Technology Project is organizing a Technical seminar on methane-based fuels to enhance the understanding and share the latest developments in the production, safe use, and blending of methane-based fuels (i.e. LNG, bio-methane, and
April 03, 2026 Read Full Article
Commission Calls on EU Countries to Coordinate Measures to Ensure Oil Security of Supply Amid Middle East Energy Disruption
(European Commission) ... In a letter addressed to all EU Energy Ministers, the Commissioner urged EU countries to ensure good coordination, as well as to consider the promotion of voluntary fuel-saving measures, with particular attention to the transport sector, as advised
April 02, 2026 Read Full Article
Zemo Partnership Launches RFAS Aviation to Strengthen the Verification of Sustainable Aviation Fuel Traceability in the UK
(Zemo Partnership) Zemo Partnership today announces the launch of RFAS Aviation, a new voluntary assurance scheme designed to provide independent verification of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) across the UK supply chain. The scheme responds to a critical industry need for a harmonised
April 02, 2026 Read Full Article
Toyota Moves to Join Volvo Group, Daimler Truck in Fuel Cell Joint Venture cellcentric
(ACT News) • Toyota aims to become an equal shareholder in cellcentric alongside Volvo Group and Daimler Truck. The partnership is focused on advancing hydrogen fuel cell systems for heavy-duty commercial vehicles. The move reinforces hydrogen’s role in long-haul and high-utilization fleet applications. Increased
April 02, 2026 Read Full Article
Volvo Advances Hydrogen Strategy with Real-World Truck Testing
(ACT News) • Volvo has begun real-world testing of hydrogen combustion engine trucks, targeting a commercial launch before 2030. HPDI technology enables diesel-like performance while improving efficiency and reducing fuel consumption. Hydrogen combustion is positioned for long-haul and infrastructure-constrained operations where battery-electric may
April 02, 2026 Read Full Article
Brazil Weighs 32% Ethanol Blend in Gasoline
by Camila Souza Ramos (Globo Rural — São Paulo/Valor International) Brazil’s Ministry of Mines and Energy has indicated in recent days that it may recommend raising the share of anhydrous ethanol blended into gasoline to 32%, according to a senior source.
April 02, 2026 Read Full Article
Solar Energy Could Be Key to Making Sustainable Aviation Fuel
(University of Sheffield) A new way of making sustainable aviation fuel that could cut the reliance on used cooking oil as a feedstock, has been developed by a team of engineers led by the University of Sheffield An international team of engineers,
April 02, 2026 Read Full Article
Budzinski and Fischbach Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Bolster Biomanufacturing
(Office of Congresswoman Nikki Budzinski (D IL 13th) Today (March 31, 2026), Congresswoman Nikki Budzinski (IL-13) and Congresswoman Michelle Fischbach (R-MN-07) introduced the Biobased Materials Investment and Production Act to strengthen the domestic supply chain and create new markets for American farmers by incentivizing
April 02, 2026 Read Full Article
Fidem Energy Partners with Japanese Company, Sojitz Corporation
(FIDEM Energy) Strategic Partnership Will Boost Domestic Renewable Natural Gas Production -- FIDEM Energy LLC (“FIDEM”), a developer of biogas‑to‑energy projects, today announced a strategic partnership with Japan-based Sojitz Corporation to advance U.S. renewable natural gas (“RNG”) production. Based in East Tennessee, FIDEM
April 02, 2026 Read Full Article
NEXTCHEM Awarded a Contract for Early Engineering Works and Proprietary Equipment Supply for a SAF Plant in Indonesia, Building on the Earlier Licensing and PDP Awards and Leveraging Its Proprietary NX PTU™ and NX SAF™ BIO Technologies
(MAIRE) The plant is designed to produce 60,000 tonnes per year of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) entirely from domestic bio-feedstocks; The award supports the development of Indonesia’s SAF industry MAIRE announces that Nextchem, through its subsidiary KT Tech, has been awarded a contract for early engineering
April 02, 2026 Read Full Article
Phelan Green Selects Honeywell Process Technology for Flagship South African eSAF Facility
(Honeywell) Phelan Green, through its clean fuels subsidiary Phelan eFuels, today (April 1, 2026) announced it has selected Honeywell’s renewable fuel process technology for its planned electro‑sustainable aviation fuel (eSAF) facility in Saldanha Bay, Western Cape, South Africa. Phelan eFuels will deploy Honeywell
April 02, 2026 Read Full Article
World's First Hydrogen-Fueled Onshore Operation of a Large Merchant Ship's Hydrogen-Fueled Engine Begins
(Mitsui O.S.K. Lines (Google Translation)) Japan Engine Corporation (hereinafter "Japan Engine") and Kawasaki Heavy Industries, Ltd. (hereinafter "Kawasaki Heavy Industries") are working on the "Green Innovation Fund Project/Development of Marine Hydrogen Engines and MHFS (Note 1)" project of the New Energy
April 02, 2026 Read Full Article
Construction Has Begun on China's First 2,000-Ton Hydrogen Fuel Cell-Powered Cargo Ship, Inspected by the China Classification Society.
(China Classification Society (Google Translation)) Recently, the first domestically built 2,000-ton hydrogen fuel cell-powered distribution vessel, to be inspected by the China Classification Society (CCS), officially commenced construction at Guangdong Zhaohai Shipbuilding Co., Ltd. The vessel is a joint investment
April 02, 2026 Read Full Article
Rising Diesel Costs Reshape Fleet Economics, Could Push Operators Toward New Solutions
(ACT News) Rising diesel prices are increasing per-mile operating costs and putting immediate pressure on fleet margins; Price volatility is making it more difficult for fleets to plan, budget, and manage fuel surcharges effectively; Higher diesel costs are driving renewed interest in alternative
April 02, 2026 Read Full Article
Ship Fuel Costs up $393 Million/Day as US, Israel Strikes on Iran Spur Oil Prices Higher
by Stacy Maphula (OPIS) Shipping companies are spending an extra €340 million ($394 million)/day in additional fuel costs due to the ongoing conflict between the U.S., Israel and Iran, according to the European Federation for Transport and Environment (T&E) in a
April 02, 2026 Read Full Article
USDA Keeps Freeze on REAP Grants
by Chris Clayton (DTN Progressive Farmer) USDA Halts REAP Grant Applications as Rising Energy Costs Squeeze Farmers -- As rural energy costs continue to climb, USDA has halted grant applications for the Renewable Energy for America Program (REAP) while the department rewrites
April 02, 2026 Read Full Article
Biodiesel for Generators: Recommendations from Scott Fenwick, Technical Director for Clean Fuels Alliance America
By Joanne Ivancic* (Advanced Biofuels USA) Is your company looking to transition to renewable fuels? Perhaps for power generators? Advanced Biofuels USA recently got this email request: I am looking to convert our 5 Generac generators to run on biodiesel. I
April 02, 2026 Read Full Article
Nationwide E15 Sales Jump 23% In 2025, Setting New Record
by Scott Richman (Renewable Fuels Association) As Gasoline Prices Soar, the Need for Federal Legislation Allowing Year-Round E15 Sales Is Clearer Than Ever Before -- U.S. sales of E15, a gasoline blend containing 15 percent ethanol, hit a record 1.52 billion gallons in
April 02, 2026 Read Full Article
India’s Harit Sagar Plan Orders Electric Tugs and Backs Green Hydrogen Hubs
by Jim Kendrick (Biofuels Digest) In India, the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways said four major ports have placed work orders for electric tugs under its Green Tug Transition Program, part of a wider push under the Harit Sagar Green
April 02, 2026 Read Full Article
China Opens Comment Period on Inland Methanol Bunkering Rules Public Comment DEADLINE April 10, 2026
by Jim Kendrick (Biofuels Digest) In China, the Maritime Bureau of the Ministry of Transport on March 31 released a draft guide covering the technical and inspection rules for methanol bunkering vessels on inland waterways, with public comments due by April
April 02, 2026 Read Full Article
Aker Solutions Wins FEED Contract for CO₂ Terminal in Lithuania
(Aker Solutions) Aker Solutions has been awarded a front-end engineering and design (FEED) contract by KN Energies to support the development of the company’s CO₂ transshipment terminal infrastructure project in Klaipėda, Lithuania. The project forms part of the CCS Baltic Consortium, which
April 02, 2026 Read Full Article
Earth Month A-Z: Today--Words Starting with "A"
anaerobic digestion agricultural waste/residue aviation fuel algae Each day we will feature words that have special meaning for transitioning to a truly sustainable renewable future. And, we'll highlight an image that illustrates one of those words. Join us from A to Z! Check out our website
April 02, 2026 Read Full Article
How Real-World Expertise Enables the Next Generation of Bio Innovation from Idea to Success
(World Bio Market Insights) As successful developers of multiple novel technologies, the Fluid Quip Technologies team knows what it takes to go from brilliant ideas to full scale technical facilities. Learn how our team worked through development, risks, and scale-up of
April 02, 2026 Read Full Article
Maryland Cost of Climate Change Study
(Center for Climate Strategies) The Center for Climate Strategies is leading a landmark statewide analysis in Maryland to assess the economic and fiscal impacts of climate change. Formally titled “Climate Change Adaptation and Mitigation – Total Assessed Cost of Greenhouse Gas
April 01, 2026 Read Full Article
Standardization Critical to Unlocking Credible SAF Certificate Market, New Study Finds
(123Carbon) Inconsistent data in Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) Environmental Attribute Certificates is hindering transparency and transferability within the SAF value chain, according to a new white paper led by 123Carbon, in collaboration with Smart Freight Centre and Normec Verifavia. 123Carbon, the leading
April 01, 2026 Read Full Article
CARB Seeks Contractor to Help Identify UCO Mixed with Virgin Oils
by Erin Krueger (Biomass Magazine) The California Air Resources Board in early March issued a request for proposals (RFP) seeking a vendor that can help the agency identify used cooking oil (UCO) that has been fraudulently mixed with virgin oils, such
April 01, 2026 Read Full Article
SAF Coalition’s Second Annual DC Fly-In Brings Together 50+ Organizations to Advance American Energy Independence on Capitol Hill
(Sustainable Aviation Fuel Coalition) The Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) Coalition, a nonpartisan group of more than 50 organizations spanning the sustainable aviation fuel value chain, is convening in Washington, D.C. today (March 25, 2026) for its Second Annual DC Fly-In.
April 01, 2026 Read Full Article
Velocys and SuMo Commission Fischer–Tropsch System at Wednesbury Facility, Advancing UK Waste-to-SAF Pathway
(Velocys) Fischer–Tropsch system commissioning demonstrates integration readiness for UK waste-to-fuels deployment -- Velocys today (March 30, 2026) announced the successful commissioning of a Fischer–Tropsch (FT) system at Sustainable Molecules Ltd’s (SuMo) Sustainable Molecules Facility (SMF) in Wednesbury, England. The system is now online and operating
April 01, 2026 Read Full Article
Toro Energy Selects EarnDLT's Greentruth Marketplace to List Verified RNG Certificates from One of Its Many Sites
(Earn DLT) Partnership with RNGA Energy Group, LLC Brings Blockchain-Verified Clean Energy Certificates to Market -- EarnDLT®, a leading blockchain-enabled environmental attribute data platform, today announced that Toro Energy, a Texas-based landfill gas-to-energy company, has selected Greentruth.com as its marketplace to list verified Renewable
April 01, 2026 Read Full Article
Neste Has Published Its Green Finance Report 2025
(Neste) Neste has today published its annual Green Finance Report for 2025. The Green Finance Report, which covers green financing activities in 2025, demonstrates our commitment to producing renewable fuels and thereby mitigating climate change and accelerating a shift to a
April 01, 2026 Read Full Article
EPA Sets Cellulosic Waiver Credit Price at $1.91 for RFS Compliance Year 2025
by Erin Krueger (Biomass Magazine) The U.S. EPA on March 27 announced the Renewable Fuel Standard cellulosic waiver credit (CWC) price for 2025 has been set at $1.91, up from $1.61 for 2024. The CWCs are being made available due to
April 01, 2026 Read Full Article
Industry Leaders Recognized at the 2026 International Biomass Conference & Expo
(BBI International/Biomass Magazine) At the 2026 International Biomass Conference & Expo, BBI International and Biomass Magazine recognized outstanding contributions to the bioenergy industry by naming Alicia Gibson, Rudi Roeslein and Cold Steppe Inc. as recipients of the 2026 International Biomass Conference & Expo’s prestigious
April 01, 2026 Read Full Article
Bioenergy Atlas of the State of Bahia
(Government of Bahia (Google translation)) The Bahia Bioenergy Atlas presents the mapping and quantification of the technical potential for energy recovery from agricultural, urban, animal, and industrial waste from the sugarcane and pulp and paper sectors in the State. Based on the
April 01, 2026 Read Full Article
Improved Catalyst Enhances the Conversion of Ethanol to Hydrogen
by José Tadeu Arantes (Agência FAPESP) Amid the climate crisis and the urgent need to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, hydrogen has emerged as one of the most promising energy sources for the transition to a low-carbon economy. When produced from renewable
April 01, 2026 Read Full Article
Commission Approves €6 Billion Italian State Aid Scheme for Renewable Hydrogen
(European Commission) The European Commission has approved, under EU State aid rules, a €6 billion Italian scheme to support the production of renewable hydrogen for the transport and industrial sectors. The scheme will contribute to the development of renewable hydrogen production
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Casterra Announces Successful Commercial Field Trials in Brazil, Positioning Castor Oil as a Promising Candidate for Economically Viable Biofuel Feedstock
(Casterra Ag/PR Newswire) Today, castor oil is a premium sustainable industrial feedstock for bio-based products -- Casterra Ag Ltd. ("Casterra"), a developer of high-yield castor seed varieties and integrated castor farming solutions, and a subsidiary of Evogene Ltd. (NASDAQ: EVGN) (TASE: EVGN), today (March
April 01, 2026 Read Full Article
Meloni-Backed Biofuels Project under Scrutiny Following New Investigation
(European Federation for Transport and Environment) Investigation by SourceMaterial and Politico, supported by data from T&E, into Eni’s publicly-backed Kenyan biofuels project, shows that it is struggling to deliver on its promise to produce non-edible food crops on poor quality
April 01, 2026 Read Full Article
The Digest’s 2026 Multi Slide Guide to XCF Global
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) XCF Global, a publicly traded SAF-focused company, outlined its path to scaling sustainable aviation fuel. The most newsworthy development is their goal to reach 80 million gallons of annualized SAF production capacity, expanding from their 38
April 01, 2026 Read Full Article
The Taxi Not Taken: What the Beatles Teach Us About Collapse
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) ... Large systems can balance for a long time. They carry recognition mass—millions of participants, enormous cultural weight. That mass bends signals. It slows recognition. It makes it harder for reality to escape the pull of
April 01, 2026 Read Full Article
Iowa's Biodiesel Industry Loses $89.5M in 2025; Three Plants Close
by Donnelle Eller (Des Moines Register) Last year was tough ― by at least one estimate, the toughest ever ― for Iowa’s biodiesel industry. The industry lost an estimated $89.5 million in 2025 and closed three plants in 2025, according to a
April 01, 2026 Read Full Article
RFA: Iowa E15 Sales Up 60% in 2025, Shattering Record
(Renewable Fuels Association) E15 accounted for more than 27 percent of total gasoline sales in Iowa in 2025, according to data released today by the Iowa Department of Revenue. The data show that more than 410 million gallons of E15 were sold in
April 01, 2026 Read Full Article
Benitez to Launch Biodiesel Project in Bacolod
by Merlinda A. Pedrosa (SunStar) House Deputy Speaker and Bacolod City Lone District Representative Alfredo Abelardo Benitez will launch the Biodiesel Project at the Community Center in Dallas Street, Las Palmas Subdivision, Barangay Taculing, Bacolod City, on Monday, March 30, 2026. This initiative marks
March 31, 2026 Read Full Article
Diesel Prices Up? Time to Leverage Malaysia’s Palm Oil as Biodiesel Savings Could Hit 20 Sen per Litre, Says Former Minister
(Malay Mail) B20 biodiesel is now cheaper than pure diesel, and the government must fast-track critical depot upgrades to accelerate its rollout and ease surging fuel costs, says Seputeh MP Teresa Kok. In a press statement, the former primary industries minister said
March 31, 2026 Read Full Article
BIOKET Learning Expedition CHINA --- October 12-16, 2026 --- Shanghai & Yangtze River Delta, China
This exclusive BIOKET Learning Expedition is designed for European decision-makers who want to understand how China is scaling industrial biotechnology across multiple bioeconomy markets — and how to engage concretely. The expedition will deliver high-level insight, expert access, and immediate business relevance —
March 31, 2026 Read Full Article
Notice of Shipping Coordinating Committee Public Meeting to Prepare for International Maritime Organization MEPC 84 Session --- April 15, 2026 --- ONLINE
(U.S. State Department/Federal Register) The Department of State will conduct a public meeting at 1:00 p.m. on Wednesday, April 15, 2026, by teleconference. The primary purpose of the meeting is to prepare for the 84th session of the International Maritime Organization's
March 31, 2026 Read Full Article
CALL FOR ABSTRACTS International Conference on Bioenergy & Bioeconomy --- October 28-30, 2026 --- Seville, Spain DEADLINE June 10, 2026
Be part of the Second Edition of IBBC 2026 in Spain to engage with global experts to explore breakthroughs in bioenergy and the bioeconomy, build meaningful collaborations, and contribute to a more sustainable energy future IBBC 2026 unites global leaders from academia,
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International Conference on Bioenergy & Bioeconomy --- October 28-30, 2026 --- Seville, Spain
Be part of the Second Edition of IBBC 2026 in Spain to engage with global experts to explore breakthroughs in bioenergy and the bioeconomy, build meaningful collaborations, and contribute to a more sustainable energy future IBBC 2026 unites global leaders from academia,
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Gevo Announces it is Developing Plans for Major Ethanol Expansion at Richardton, North Dakota Facility
(Gevo) Gevo, Inc. (NASDAQ: GEVO), a leader in sustainable fuels and carbon management, today (March 30, 2026) announced that it is developing plans for a potential expansion at the site of its Gevo North Dakota facility (“GND”) in Richardton, North Dakota
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The Entire Itabus Fleet Travels with Enilive HVO Diesel Biofuel
(Eni) Enilive HVO diesel biofuel, produced from waste and residues, reduces CO2 equivalent emissions by 79.5%; In 2025, Itabus used HVO with a peak of 75%: its fleet has traveled 20 million kilometers using more than 3 million liters of Enilive HVO. Rome, 30
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FrieslandCampina Supports CO₂ Reduction on Dairy Farms with Renewable Diesel
(FrieslandCampina) FrieslandCampina is taking another step to further improve sustainability across the dairy chain. Through a collaboration with Future Fuels, member dairy farmers can now more easily switch to renewable diesel (HVO100). This fuel emits up to 90 percent less CO₂
March 31, 2026 Read Full Article
Irizar and Scania Innovate Sustainable Bus Future with Hybrid-Electric Coach
by Sean Mortell (Australian Bus and Coach) In recent years, Irizar and Scania have combined to produce a hybrid-electric coach offering that is rethinking the future of sustainable transport around Australia In music, a bridge is often considered the most important part
March 31, 2026 Read Full Article
Anew Climate and Avenir Complete First Joint Bio-LNG Bunkering in Europe
(Anew Climate/Newswire) Partnership launches certified Bio‑LNG supply routes in Europe, supporting maritime operators in meeting FuelEU Maritime, RED III, and EU ETS requirements. -- Anew Climate, a global leader in low-carbon fuel solutions, and Avenir, a leading provider of LNG and Bio-LNG
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Acelen Renewables and Finboot Sign Partnership to Expand Biofuel Traceability
(Finboot/EIN Presswire) Agreement aims to establish a digital structure to monitor the life cycle of the production of SAF and HVO made from macauba. The tool will ensure transparency throughout the value chain, from the origin of the biomass to the production
March 31, 2026 Read Full Article
BHS Partners with Napa Recycling and City of Napa for Renewable Natural Gas Facility
(Zero Waste Energy) The project includes a Zero Waste Energy dry anaerobic digestion system. -- In a unique Public-Private Partnership, BHS (Bulk Handling Systems) is partnering with Napa Recycling and Waste Services (Napa Recycling) and the City of Napa in the development
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Using Individual Atoms to Achieve Fossil-Free Chemistry: Methanol Is a Key Starting Material
by Daniel Meierhans (ETH Zurich) Methanol is a key starting material for chemical products. Researchers from ETH Zurich can now produce this precursor from CO2 and hydrogen with high efficiency by using isolated metal atoms as catalysts. Scientists are looking for ways to
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Development of Green Ports and Maritime Infrastructure
(Government of India) Major Ports have undertaken several initiatives such as implementation of the Green Tug Transition Programme (GTTP) for transition from conventional diesel-powered tugs to electric/hybrid tugs, adoption of renewable energy at ports, electrification of port equipment, vehicles and railway
March 31, 2026 Read Full Article
The Digest’s 2026 Multi Slide Guide to LanzaTech
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) LanzaTech and LanzaJet celebrated a major milestone: the LanzaJet Freedom Pines Fuels facility is now producing the world’s first jet fuel from ethanol at a commercial-scale plant. The presentation outlines a “Hub and Spoke” strategy designed
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Brazil’s Dual-Fuel Ethanol Fleet Stabilizes Gasoline Prices Despite Iran War Oil Shock
by Maurico Savarese (Associated Press) As the war in Iran rattles global oil markets, Brazil is partially shielded by a decades-old buffer against shocks that is both cheap and environmentally friendly: Tens of millions of drivers here can choose between filling their tank with
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What Henry Ford Had to Say about the Future of Biofuels
by Mychal Wilmes (AgWeek) ... Henry Ford, who invented the assembly line, dreamed that farmers’ fields would grow fuel for millions of automobiles, other vehicles, and tractors. His Model T, manufactured from 1908 until 1927, was powered by a four-cylinder 20-horsepower
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Exxon Scientists Had Doubts About Algae Biofuels. The Oil Giant Touted Them Anyway.
by Collin Eaton (Wall Street Journal) Some of the company’s scientists didn’t agree with the way the project was presented to investors -- Exxon Mobil’s XOM 1.21%increase; green up pointing triangle scientists delivered a grim message to one of the oil company’s top strategic-planning executives
March 31, 2026 Read Full Article
Advanced Biofuels USA Plans Journey through Earth Month from A to Z!
Happy Earth Month! As a nonprofit educational organization, Advanced Biofuels USA celebrates Earth Day everyday. And, we like to do something special for Earth Month. This year we will journey through the world of renewable fuels with the alphabet as
March 31, 2026 Read Full Article
Modi Wants ‘Team India’ to Be Energy Independent, but How Are the States Placed?
(The Federal) PM urges states to encourage alternative sources and schemes such as GOBARdhan but not all of them are making similar progress in Green Energy -- On Friday (March 27), Prime Minister Narendra Modi called a meeting with chief ministers of
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Thai Government Ramps Up B20 Biodiesel Supply to Tackle Rising Transport Costs
(The Nation) • The Thai government is subsidizing B20 biodiesel to make it 5 baht ($0.15) per litre cheaper than standard diesel, aiming to lower costs for the transport and industrial sectors. Major fuel retailers, including PTT, Bangchak, and Shell, are expanding
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Indonesia to Go Ahead with B50 Biodiesel Mix in 2026, Says Prabowo
by Stanley Widianto and Stefanno Sulaiman (Reuters) Indonesia's President Prabowo Subianto said on Monday during an official visit to Japan that the Southeast Asian country will go ahead this year with its B50 palm oil-based biodiesel programme. "We are going in a big
March 30, 2026 Read Full Article
Science & SciLifeLab Prize for Young Scientists Application DEADLINE July 15, 2026
(Science) Science/AAAS and SciLifeLab, a coordinated effort of four universities, have joined forces in creating the Science & SciLifeLab Prize for Young Scientists. Both Science/AAAS and SciLifeLab recognize that global economic health is dependent upon a vibrant research community, and we need to incent
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Regional Winners of Tennessee Farmer of the Year Competition Announced
(University of Tennessee) The regional winners of the 2026 Tennessee Farmer of the Year competition are Aubie Smith of Aubie Smith Farms in Ooltewah (East Tennessee); Willis Jepson of Jepson Family Farm in Orlinda (Middle Tennessee); and James Roberson representing Roberson’s
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IACS 2025 Annual Review Highlights the Role of Class in Driving Progress on Maritime Safety and Innovation
(American Journal of Transportation) IACS, the membership organisation for the world’s leading classification societies, has published its 2025 Annual Review, which showcases the central role played by IACS and its Members in supporting safety standards and driving technical innovation in the
March 30, 2026 Read Full Article
Titan Clean Fuels and TURN2X Agree e-Methane Supply Deal
(American Journal of Transportation) Titan Clean Fuels has signed an off-take agreement with green energy supplier TURN2X to deliver e-Methane to the maritime industry from 2028 onwards. Titan operates seven bunker vessels and is able to deliver in around 52 ports
March 30, 2026 Read Full Article
BMW Study Backs Renewable Fuels for EU Road Transport
(BMW Group/Automotive World) Research commissioned by BMW finds advanced biofuels from EU feedstocks could cover more than half of EU road fuel demand by 2030 -- A study commissioned by BMW has found that European domestic feedstocks could cover between 38% and
March 30, 2026 Read Full Article
Commission Launches Call for Interest in the European Bioeconomy Investment Deployment Group
(European Commission Directorate-General for Environment) The aim is to mobilise coordinated public and private investment to scale up bio-based industries and improve financing tools, such as risk-sharing and blended finance. The European Commission launched a call for interest today (10 March) to participate in the European
March 30, 2026 Read Full Article
New Study Explores Renewable Fuels’ Future Potential
(Safety4Sea) WinGD and Envision have released a new study examining the operational costs of ships powered by renewable fuels, providing a look at how green shipping economics are expected to evolve in the coming years. -- Green fuels can be competitive in
March 30, 2026 Read Full Article
Argentina Allows up to 15% Ethanol Blend into Gasoline after Oil Shock
by Lucila Sigal and Gabriel Araujo (Reuters) Argentina's government said on Friday (March 27, 2026) it will allow local firms to voluntarily blend up to 15% ethanol into gasoline, in a bid to curb the impact from higher oil prices on
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Can Ethanol-Fueled Tractors End Farmers’ Reliance on Diesel?
by Andy Castillo (Farm Equipment and Machinery,Farm Progress) Many barriers still exist before farm vehicles can be powered on pure ethanol. -- Tired of paying for diesel? John Deere’s prototype 8R tractor, fueled by E98, could help make that a reality by
March 30, 2026 Read Full Article
The Digest’s 2026 Multi Slide Guide to Sulzer Chemtech BioFlux
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) Sulzer’s BioFlux technology offers a high-efficiency platform for producing Renewable Diesel and Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF). By utilizing a unique liquid-full hydrotreating reactor, the process eliminates mass transfer limits and gas recycle, significantly reducing CAPEX and
March 30, 2026 Read Full Article
Promises in Bloom: The RVO Reset and Springtime for the Bioeconomy
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) ...(T)he final “Set 2” Renewable Fuel Standard volume requirements for 2026 and 2027. Not a tweak. A reset. After seasons of regulatory uncertainty and economic headwinds, President Donald Trump and EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin delivered what
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2026 National Ag Day
(Ag Newswire) The National Ag Day activities took place in Washington, D.C. today (March 24, 2026) with an impressive slate of speakers, starting with USDA Secretary Agriculture Brooke announcing a new “Product of USA” consumer campaign. Brooke Rollins Ag Day Remarks (19:03) Today, on National Agriculture Day, U.S.
March 27, 2026 Read Full Article
Nufarm Strengthens Strategic Collaboration to Support Long Term Growth in Biofuels Production
(Nufarm) Nufarm Limited (NUF:ASX) has expanded its strategic partnership with bp, reinforcing Nufarm’s ambition to scale sustainable biofuels and help meet growing demand for Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) and Renewable Diesel (RD). The updated agreement provides a long-term framework that
March 27, 2026 Read Full Article
Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) Levy to be Deferred
(Civil Aviation Authority of Singapore (CAAS)) The Civil Aviation Authority of Singapore (CAAS) will defer the implementation of the SAF Levy, in view of the impact of the ongoing conflict in the Middle East on airlines and passengers. The SAF Levy will
March 27, 2026 Read Full Article
Powering Global Maritime Decarbonization, Shanghai Electric Delivers First Large-Scale Biomethanol Bunkering for International Shipping
(Shanghai Electric) Biomethanol from Shanghai Electric's Taonan project has been successfully bunkered onto the container vessel CMA CGM OSMIUM at Shanghai's Yangshan Port this month. The operation marks the first large-scale adoption of Chinese biomethanol by a global shipping leader, underscoring
March 27, 2026 Read Full Article
Cutting Edge Biofuel Plantation to Transform Regional Industry
(Queensland Minister for Finance, Trade, Employment and Training and Minister for Primary Industries) • New joint venture between Nippon Steel Trading and Energreen Australia bolsters trade relationship with Japan. Initial crop of 16,000 pongamia trees set to be planted near Emerald. Project strengthens Queensland-Japan ties and positions the State as
March 27, 2026 Read Full Article
One-Pot Process to Convert Sugarcane Waste to Jet Fuel
(University of Queensland) Converting sugarcane waste to biofuel could become more environmentally friendly and cost effective, thanks to a joint project at The University of Queensland and the Indian Institute of Technology Delhi. PhD candidate Ms Neethu Joshikumar has successfully tested a process to
March 27, 2026 Read Full Article
EU-Australia Trade Deal: Another Gut-Punch to Europe’s Strategically Important Renewable Ethanol Industry
(ePURE) Significant concessions to Australia on duty-free ethanol come as the European Commission confirms provisional application of EU-Mercosur agreement -- The newly announced trade agreement between the EU and Australia is the latest blow to Europe’s renewable ethanol industry and agriculture sector
March 27, 2026 Read Full Article
Brazil Has a Secret Weapon against Oil Shocks -- Biofuels Will Help the Country Fend off the Effects of Conflict in the Middle East
(The Economist) Few countries were ready for the oil shock caused by Israel and America’s war with Iran. Brazil was. During the past half-century, the agriculture giant has built the world’s most sophisticated biofuels industry. It is the second-largest producer of
March 27, 2026 Read Full Article
Clean Fuels Applauds EPA’s Final 2026-2027 RFS Rules
(Clean Fuels Alliance America) Today, Clean Fuels Alliance America thanked the Environmental Protection Agency for finalizing robust biomass-based diesel volumes in the 2026-27 Renewable Fuel Standard rule. The RFS rule provides much-needed certainty to biodiesel and renewable diesel producers and other
March 27, 2026 Read Full Article
Ensus Plant to Reopen after £100m from UK to Protect CO2 Supplies
by Dominic Ellis (Gasworld) The UK government is to provide £100m ($133m) funding to allow Ensus UK’s Teesside biorefinery to restart operations imminently – providing a boost for pressurised CO2 supplies and in response to uncertainty from the Iran conflict. Production of the
March 27, 2026 Read Full Article
Colorado’s Rocky Mountain Metro Airport Launches Unleaded Avgas
by Matt Ryan (AvWeb) UL94 sales begin with state-backed price support and STC reimbursement. -- Colorado’s Rocky Mountain Metropolitan Airport became the latest in the state to offer unleaded aviation fuel in February through Sheltair Aviation. The airport, one of the state’s
March 27, 2026 Read Full Article
AirMiners: OSCAR - The Open Standard Carbon Removal Agreement
(AirMiners) a deep dive into OSCAR (Open Standard Carbon Removal Agreement), the open-source legal framework designed to accelerate carbon removal transactions. Contracts have been a major bottleneck in the carbon removal market — every deal requires custom negotiation, slowing adoption and
March 27, 2026 Read Full Article
The Digest’s 2026 Multi Slide Guide to OCOchem
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) OCOchem was named a global finalist for the Best CO2 Utilization Innovation Award in 2026 for its pioneering Carbon FluX Electrolyzer Pilot Plant. The newsworthy core of their presentation is the commercial realization of the “Bio
March 27, 2026 Read Full Article
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