by Emma Lande (Nevada Today) University of Nevada, Reno researchers will lead the multistate five-year project -- As the quest to diversify and expand sustainable alternative energy products continues, the U.S. Department of Energy has awarded a $9 million grant to support
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Brazil Could Be a Leading Player in Corn Ethanol Production.
by Arthur Bambin (CNN Brazil) Increased production opens up new markets for Brazil, especially in the maritime transport sector. -- Inpasa's marketing and communications director, Renato Teixeira, highlighted the growth in corn ethanol production in Brazil and the importance of the product in
February 19, 2026 Read Full Article
Comlurb Presents a New Fleet of 100 Sustainable Vehicles Powered by Biomethane.
(Prefeitura Rio) Comlurb unveiled its first biomethane-powered fleet on Friday, January 30. The fleet consists of 100 vehicles that will provide residential and public waste collection services, as well as support for the maintenance, operation, and cleaning of recycling centers in
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Volvo Will Offer Chassis Powered by Biofuel and Will Have Lower Interest Rates on the Pro-Transport Program for Urban Buses.
(Volvo) Volvo is starting 2026 with good news for the bus market in Brazil. The brand is reinforcing its commitment to decarbonization in passenger transport, offering, still in 2026, the option of using B100 biofuel (100% Biodiesel) in its B320R urban
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The Digest’s 2026 Multi-Slide Guide to Australian LCLF Feedstocks
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) This roadmap highlights Australia’s pivotal role in the global low-carbon liquid fuel (LCLF) shift, driven by over 140 countries adopting net-zero targets. It outlines three strategic horizons for grain growers: expanding exportable oilseed production immediately, intensifying
February 19, 2026 Read Full Article
Yanmar Takes a Major Step Toward a Low-Carbon Marine Future
(Yanmar) Yanmar Power Solutions Co., Ltd., a group company of Yanmar Holdings, is advancing the development of next-generation fuel compatible engines to help realize a decarbonized society. In anticipation of increased production of marine and land-use engines in the future, the
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Genevos to Develop Solid Oxide Fuel Cells for Sustainable Shipping through EU Project HELENUS
(Genevos) Genevos has launched the development of a next-generation Solid Oxide Fuel Cell (SOFC) solution for commercial shipping and cruise sectors through its new role in the 15m€ EU-funded HELENUS (High Efficiency Low Emission Nautical Solid Oxide Fuel Cell) consortium. As a
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Wärtsilä Gas Solutions Strengthen Its Market Leadership with Latest LNG Cargo Handling and Fuel Gas Supply Systems Order
(Wärtsilä) Wärtsilä Gas Solutions, part of technology group Wärtsilä, will supply its Cargo Handling and Fuel Gas Supply systems for two new LNG bunkering vessels being built at the Zhejiang XinLe Shipbuilding yard in China. The ships, with a capacity of 20,000 m³, will be owned by a
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Jamaica Moves Forward on Alternative Marine Fuels Following National Stakeholder Workshop
(Ship Management International) The Maritime Authority of Jamaica, in collaboration with the IMO, recently held a National Stakeholder Workshop exploring Jamaica’s potential role in the supply and demand of alternative marine fuels as global shipping transitions towards low and zero carbon energy. The workshop
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Shanghai Aims to Initially Establish Itself as a Dual Center for International Shipping and Green Fuel by 2030.
(China Transportation News Network (Google translation)) Recently, reporters learned from the Ministry of Transport that the Ministry of Transport and nine other departments jointly issued the "Implementation Plan on Supporting the Construction of Shanghai International Shipping Green Fuel Bunkering Center and
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Ten Awarded Scholarships to Attend National Ethanol Conference
(Renewable Fuels Association) The Renewable Fuels Foundation announces 10 recipients of the Robert Sather Memorial Scholarship, which annually offers opportunities for college students and members of the Renewable Fuels Association’s Young Professionals Network to attend the National Ethanol Conference. The event
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Trends in the Operational Efficiency of the U.S. Ethanol Industry: 2025 Update
by Scott Irwin (farmdoc daily) The operational efficiency of any industry is key to long-term profitability, no less so for the U.S. ethanol industry. Fortunately, the USDA began publishing the Grain Crushings and Co-Products Production report in October 2014 and this important data
February 19, 2026 Read Full Article
Report: California Climate Programs Enriched Corporate Polluters by $28 Billion
by Suzanne Potter (California News Service/Kiowa County (Colorado) Press) A new report criticizes California’s signature climate programs for enriching oil companies and biofuel suppliers by almost $28 billion from 2013 to 2024. The report from The Climate Center and Community Energy ReSource finds that oil refiners and drillers
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New Bill Would Let California Drivers Modify Vehicles for Cheaper Ethanol Fuel
by Alex Nieves (Politico Pro) California is the only state that does not allow flex fuel conversion kits. -- California would become the final state to legalize conversion kits that enable cars to run on high-ethanol fuel under a new bill introduced
February 19, 2026 Read Full Article
Clean Planet Technologies to Open World-First Waste Plastics-to-SAF Pilot Facility in April 2026
(Clean Planet Group) In April 2026, Clean Planet Technologies will commission the world’s first pilot facility dedicated to converting hard-to-recycle waste plastics into Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF). The facility will demonstrate Clean Planet Technologies’ proprietary, patented Plastics-to-SAF (P2SAF) process at pilot scale. It
February 18, 2026 Read Full Article
World's First Bamboo Based Bio-ethanol Plant in Assam to Become Fully Operational in March
by Sumir Karmakar (Deccan Herald) ... In the next couple of weeks, world's first 2G bamboo-based bio-ethanol plant, set up here at Numaligarh in eastern Assam's Golaghat district, will start full commercial production of 2G ethanol, which is derived from non-food farm waste or residue. "In
February 18, 2026 Read Full Article
Anaergia, Eni and CREvolution Unveil Breakthrough Platform to Scale Demand for Biodiesel and SAF
(Anaergia/Business Wire) Anaergia, Eni and CREvolution Launch Breakthrough Circular Economy Project at Gela Biorefinery, a first-of-its-kind system positioned to meet surging global demand for cost-effective renewable fuels while establishing a replicable model for HVO industry growth -- Anaergia Inc. (“Anaergia”, the “Company”,
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Neste Extends Relationship with World Fuel Services Ensuring the Availability of Sustainable Aviation fuel (SAF) at over 100 Airports in Europe
(Neste) Neste and World Fuel Services (World Fuel) have extended their existing relationship with a five-year agreement that will expand the availability of Neste-supplied sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) at more than 100 airports across World Fuel’s UK and European network. The extended
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The Digest's 2026 Multi-Slide Guide to EU Advanced Biofuels Capacity
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) Identifying four essential industrial value chains for 2030, this guide estimates an annual public support requirement of €4.5–8.7 billion to mobilize feedstock and industrial units. It advocates for “collective financing plans” to de-risk integrated projects across
February 18, 2026 Read Full Article
SAF and the Big Lebowski Problem
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) ... The obstacle isn’t the green premium. It isn’t scale, or feedstock, or regulation. It’s allocation. It’s who pays for the rug. Conventional jet fuel hovers around $90 per barrel. SAF still carries a 2x–4x premium.
February 18, 2026 Read Full Article
Could Your Future Tractor Run on Corn? John Deere Thinks So
by Tyne Morgan (AgWeb) John Deere is testing a 350-hp E98 ethanol tractor across the Midwest. Early trials show promise, but infrastructure might decide how fast farmer-grown fuel can power the future of farm equipment. As the ag economy searches for the
February 18, 2026 Read Full Article
Metal Oxide Photocatalysts Advance Solar-Powered CO2 Conversion to Fuels
(Shanghai Jiao Tong University Journal Center/EurekAlertt!) Engineers have developed sophisticated metal oxide semiconductor photocatalysts that achieve remarkable efficiency in converting carbon dioxide (CO₂) into renewable fuels using solar energy, according to a new mini-review that maps recent advances in this critical
February 18, 2026 Read Full Article
Lapis Carbon Solutions and Big River Resources Submit Class VI Permit
(Lapis Carbon Solutions) Lapis Carbon Solutions (“Lapis”), alongside its partner Big River Resources, LLC (“Big River Resources”), filed a Class VI application for a new Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS) project adjacent to Big River Resources’ Galva, Ill., ethanol facility. The project
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EPA Expected to Send 2026 Biofuel Blending Quotas to White House This Week
By Jarrett Renshaw (Reuters) The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency is expected to submit proposed biofuel blending quotas for 2026 to the White House this week for final review, according to two sources familiar with the matter. President Donald Trump's administration is racing
February 18, 2026 Read Full Article
From Seed to Sky: The Demand for Sustainable Aviation Fuel
by Aimee Nielson (Seed World) Sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) is no longer a fringe idea. Airlines want it. States are building policy around it. Researchers are racing to lower costs. The next question is what it means for seed companies, breeders and
February 18, 2026 Read Full Article
Future of Advanced Recycling North America --- June 17-18, 2026 --- Pittsburgh, PA
From Pathways to Proof: Scaling Advanced Recycling Across the Value Chain -- Future of Advanced Recycling North America 2026 is for operators, project developers, polymer producers and converters who already understand the promise of advanced recycling and are now focused on a
February 18, 2026 Read Full Article
FUJIFILM Holdings Participates in the FRY to FLY Project
(FUJIFILM) Supplying used cooking oil collected from all employee cafeterias in Japan to support the production of Sustainable Aviation Fuel(SAF) -- FUJIFILM Holdings Corporation today announced its participation in the “FRY to FLY Project,” a collaborative initiative that aims at creating a
February 17, 2026 Read Full Article
GCMD and CIMAC form Coalition Partnership to Advance Ecosystem Readiness for Alternative Fuels
(Global Centre for Maritime Decarbonisation (GCMD)) The Global Centre for Maritime Decarbonisation (GCMD) and CIMAC have signed a two-year Coalition partnership agreement to strengthen the maritime sector’s preparedness for alternative fuel deployment. CIMAC, the leading global non-profit organisation promoting the development of
February 17, 2026 Read Full Article
OMV Petrom Starts a Photovoltaic Project at Petrobrazi Refinery
(OVM Petrom) A ~7 MW photovoltaic park will be developed within the refinery for internal power consumption; The project will support the refinery decarbonization initiatives, including green hydrogen production for the future SAF/HVO unit; The project is co‑financed through the Modernisation
February 17, 2026 Read Full Article
Croatia to Build Biomass-Powered Data Centre Using Olive Oil Waste
(Bioenergy Insight) A Croatian engineering firm is developing a data centre that will run on biomass energy generated from waste material produced by the country's olive oil industry. Inovapro plans to construct what it describes as a "green AI data centre" in
February 17, 2026 Read Full Article
2026 North American Biochar Conference --- November 16-18, 2026 --- New Orleans, LA
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February 17, 2026 Read Full Article
Cargill’s First Green Methanol Dual-Fuel Dry Bulk Vessel Sets Sail
(Sustainability Online) Commodities giant Cargill has announce that its first green methanol dual-fuel dry bulk vessel has commenced operations, the first of a new fleet of ships chartered by the firm as it seeks to reduce maritime emissions and test alternative fuel options. The vessel, Brave
February 17, 2026 Read Full Article
New Report Identifies Methanol-to-Jet as a Key Accelerator of the Next Wave of Sustainable Aviation Fuel
(Methanol Institute) MtJ is positioned to help scale SAF faster and at lower cost with standard approval expected by 2026–27 and nearly 2 Mt of capacity already in development. Methanol-to-Jet (MtJ) could become a major contributor to sustainable aviation fuel (SAF), according
February 17, 2026 Read Full Article
PPE 3: What Are the Ambitions for Biomethane?
by Michael Torregrossa (Gaz Mobilite) The government published its third Multiannual Energy Program (PPE 3) on Thursday, February 12th. This highly anticipated document covers the period from 2023 to 2035 and outlines the trajectories of various French energy sectors, including
February 17, 2026 Read Full Article
Novel Multilevel Dispersion Strategy Produces High-Efficiency Membrane for Bioethanol Recovery
(Higher Education Press/EurekAlert!) The purification of bioethanol from fermentation broths is a critical step in renewable fuel production. Pervaporation has emerged as a sustainable and highly efficient method for bioethanol extraction. In this process, mixed matrix membranes containing specialized nanofillers can selectively
February 17, 2026 Read Full Article
Gasum's Newest Filling Station for Heavy-Duty Vehicles in Ylivieska, Finland, Has Opened
(Gasum) One of the world's largest logistics companies, DSV, uses biogas-powered vehicles in Finland to reduce transport emissions. The new Ylivieska station brings a wanted addition to the refueling network. Gasum has opened a new liquefied biogas (LBG) filling station in Ylivieska,
February 17, 2026 Read Full Article
Heathrow Boosts 2026 Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) Incentive to Fly 2% above Government Mandate
(Heathrow) • Heathrow is increasing its Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) incentive scheme in 2026, setting a new target going 2% above the UK mandate - aiming for 5.6% SAF uplift in 2026. • Over £80 million is available to airlines to help
February 17, 2026 Read Full Article
Trump Scraps Climate Endangerment Finding. What's Next? --- February 19, 2026 --- ONLINE
The Trump administration has eliminated the Obama-era scientific finding that underpinned federal regulations against climate change. The action means greenhouse gases are no longer a pollutant to limited under the Clean Air Act. Democrats reacted with fury and environmental groups
February 17, 2026 Read Full Article
Atlantic Biomass Announces Duel Pathway System to Affordably Produce Sustainable Aviation Fuels (SAF) and Renewable Bioproducts: Feedstocks Are Perennial Grasses and Other Renewable Biomass Sources
(Atlantic Biomass) Do you know why passenger and freight planes are not using renewable biofuel? It’s a simple reason - it costs too much. “Converting stems and leaves from sustainable biomass into high-energy liquid fuels is not easy,” says Atlantic Biomass
February 17, 2026 Read Full Article
The Digest’s 2026 Multi-Slide Guide to EU Advanced Biofuels Capacity
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) This report forecasts a critical capacity gap in the EU, where 2030 demand for advanced biofuels could reach 40 Mtoe against a committed capacity of only 27 Mtoe. While biomass potential is sufficient, lipid feedstocks face
February 17, 2026 Read Full Article
Interesting and Developing Applications for Carbon Dioxide
by Sam Rushing (Advanced Cryogenics, Ltd/Biofuels Digest) ... On the other hand, the best US industry can do, is to make a truly concerted effort to reduce carbon emissions. A few ways are found in this article; or at the least
February 17, 2026 Read Full Article
The Sugar Valley Test: Is the 2026 Farm Bill Built for Steel — or Just Paper?
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) California Ethanol + Power’s Sugar Valley Energy project — 160 acres of integrated biorefinery ambition — wants to turn sugarcane into 73 million gallons of low-carbon ethanol, 771 million cubic feet of renewable natural gas, and
February 17, 2026 Read Full Article
Exxon Mobil Renews Calls for Plastics-to-Fuel Recycling Support
by Ellie Borst (Politico Pro Greenwire) The petrochemical giant, which opened a new advanced recycling unit, is re-upping pressure for "supportive" policies on the controversial technologies. -- Exxon Mobil is re-upping the pressure on lawmakers and EPA to adopt friendlier policies regulating
February 17, 2026 Read Full Article
Inspection Insight: D3 RINs
by Luke Geiver (Ethanol Producer Magazine) As D3 RIN generation from in situ corn kernel fiber cellulosic ethanol production continues to increase, producers need to be aware of what may follow: U.S. EPA inspections. According to Tony Miller, partner at Weaver’s
February 17, 2026 Read Full Article
Biogenic CO2 from Biomethane for the Decarbonisation of Europe
(UABIO) ... (W)e have prepared a review of a comprehensive document by the European Biogas Association, which explores the possibility of using biogenic CO2 from the biogas sector. This white paper examines the current status and future outlook of biogenic CO2 carbon
February 17, 2026 Read Full Article
U.S. Agriculture Groups Meet Key Ethanol, Corn End-Users In The European Union
(U.S. Grains & BioProducts Council/Grain Journal) Last week, U.S. Grains & BioProducts Council (USGBC) and National Corn Growers Association (NCGA) leaders traveled to the European Union (EU) to meet major end-users and handlers of U.S. ethanol and feed grains. Members of the
February 16, 2026 Read Full Article
POET Biofuels Partners with NASCAR in Historic Renewable Fuel Deal
by Brandon Irvine (KTIV) Siouxland-tied company becomes official bioethanol partner -- NASCAR announced a new partnership with POET biofuels that will make the racing series the first major motorsports organization to utilize zero-carbon bioethanol. Under the agreement, POET will become the official bioethanol partner
February 16, 2026 Read Full Article
Pipraich Sugar Mill to Commission Ethanol Facility
(Chemical Industry Digest) The Pipraich Sugar Mill is preparing to diversify beyond sugar by launching ethanol production. The Uttar Pradesh government has earmarked ₹25 crore in the 2026–27 state budget to establish a new distillery at the facility. Once operational, the
February 16, 2026 Read Full Article
Scientists Use Sunlight and Liquid Metal to Produce Clean Hydrogen from Water
(University of Sydney) Researchers have created a process using liquid metals, powered by sunlight, that can produce clean hydrogen from both freshwater and seawater. The method allows researchers to ‘harvest’ hydrogen molecules from water while also avoiding many of the limits in
February 16, 2026 Read Full Article
Kazakhstan, Germany Discuss Green Hydrogen Production and Export
by Arailym Temirgaliyeva (Kazinform International News Agency) During a visit to the Federal Republic of Germany, Minister of Foreign Affairs Yermek Kosherbayev held a meeting with Federal Minister for Economic Affairs and Energy Katherina Reiche, the press service of the Kazakh MFA reported. The
February 16, 2026 Read Full Article
Airbus, Qantas back Aussie Clean Fuel Firm HAMR Energy in USD-7m Round
by Plamena Tisheva (Renewables Now) Australian low-carbon liquid fuels (LCLF) firm HAMR Energy has closed a AUD-10-million (USD 7.1m/EUR 6m) Series A funding round, attracting backing from Airbus, Qantas and thyssenkrupp Uhde. HAMR Energy said on Wednesday the investment will help it
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Pertamina Geothermal Targets Green Hydrogen Production in Ulubelu by Late 2026
by Julian Isaac (Indonesia Business Post) State energy company PT Pertamina Geothermal Energy (PGE) is aiming to begin production from its small-scale green hydrogen pilot project in Ulubelu, Lampung, by the end of 2026, an initiative meant to diversify its geothermal-based products. PGE
February 16, 2026 Read Full Article
The Digest’s 2026 Multi-Slide Guide to Delivering Sustainable Fuels
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) The IEA’s pathway analysis reveals that sustainable fuel use could quadruple by 2035, led by aviation and shipping. High-impact news includes the report’s finding that biofuel premiums add less than 1% to food prices and only
February 16, 2026 Read Full Article
Unlocking Biofuels
(American Energy Society/Energy Today) Excerpted and adapted from Biofuel Basics: What You Need To Know, Thrive -- The problem with biofuels is in the processing of the raw materials to make fuel. At present, it is still relatively expensive to produce. However, there are a
February 16, 2026 Read Full Article
The Biggest Prize: Biomass for Energy
(American Energy Society/Enegy Today) Excerpted and adapted from Biomass Energy, National Geographic -- The biomass conversion industry represents the biggest bioeconomy frontier. This article explores the full spectrum of conversion pathways—from direct firing and co-firing to pyrolysis, gasification, and anaerobic digestion—and examines how biomass can
February 16, 2026 Read Full Article
Bioeconomy 101: A Primer
(American Energy Society/Energy Today) Few industrial sectors are as ubiquitous yet as underappreciated as the bioeconomy. This article is for readers who seek a foundational understanding of the bioeconomy, and how it involves fuels, chemicals, and materials, from pharmaceuticals to food production,
February 16, 2026 Read Full Article
13th European Carbon Dioxide Utilisation Summit --- September 23-24, 2026 --- Rotterdam, Netherlands
The European Carbon Dioxide Utilisation Summit returns with a renewed focus on accelerating the growth of the CCU industry. Bringing together industry leaders, policymakers, and innovators, the summit serves as a key platform for driving progress toward a more sustainable,
February 16, 2026 Read Full Article
European Chemical Giants Plot to Weaken EU’s Flagship Climate Policy
by Jakob Weizman (Politico) Europe's huge chemicals sector is campaigning to weaken the European Union's most important climate policy — and Brussels is listening. At a meeting in Antwerp on Wednesday, industry chiefs will attempt to persuade European Commission President Ursula von
February 14, 2026 Read Full Article
Biofuels Are No Longer the Future… They’re the Present
(ResourceWise) ... Looking more closely at how companies talk about decarbonization in practice, a clear pattern is emerging. Biofuels are no longer confined to standalone conversations or introductory explanations. Instead, they are increasingly woven into broader discussions of fuel strategy, carbon-intensity
February 13, 2026 Read Full Article
CF Tech Commissions a First of It's Kind Supercritical Fluid Brown Grease to Biodiesel System in Massachusetts
(CF Technologies) CF Technologies, Inc. hits critical milestones en-route to delivering commercial biofuel to local communities. In October, 2024, CF Tech's research team spent the warm days and cool nights operating and overseeing the first-of-its-kind integrated pilot scale demonstration of supercritical
February 13, 2026 Read Full Article
CALL FOR PROPOSALS RCon™ --- September 29 - October 2, 2026 --- St. Louis, MO DEADLINE March 11
More than an event, RCon™ is a new experience empowering waste and resource management leaders to reshape our industry’s future, turning challenges into solutions. RCon, powered by SWANA (Solid Waste Association of North America), reimagines a blended learning experience with technical training,
February 13, 2026 Read Full Article
RCon™ 2026 --- September 29 - October 2, 2026 --- St. Louis, MO
More than an event, RCon™ is a new experience empowering waste and resource management leaders to reshape our industry’s future, turning challenges into solutions. RCon, powered by SWANA (Solid Waste Association of North America), reimagines a blended learning experience with technical training,
February 13, 2026 Read Full Article
WāstAway Brings Landfill Diverting Waste-to-Fuel Tech to Top Biofuels, Waste Recycling Conferences
(WāstAway/EIN Presswire) Green Tech Firm’s Leadership Takes Center Stage at SERC, IBCE, American Biogas & SWANA RCon - WāstAway is showcasing its multi-patented technologies that transform municipal solid waste (MSW) to sustainable fuel – in 30 minutes – achieving 85% landfill diversion
February 13, 2026 Read Full Article
Biofuels Leader Highlights Growing International Demand for U.S. Ethanol
by Brent Barnett (Brownfield Ag News) A biofuels market expert says global demand is keeping U.S. ethanol exports strong. Ron Lamberty with the American Coalition for Ethanol says clean fuel regulations in Canada have helped boost consumption. “You have refiners eager to get
February 13, 2026 Read Full Article
Buffalo Biodiesel Inc. Secures Renewal of Waste Transporter Permit from New York Department of Environmental Conservation
(Buffalo Biodiesel/Globe Newswire) Buffalo Biodiesel Inc. (“BBD”), a leading recycler of waste vegetable used cooking oil (WVUCO) and producer of renewable feedstocks, announced that they have officially renewed a Part 364 Waste Transporter Permit from the New York State Department of
February 13, 2026 Read Full Article
New BioLNG Loading Service at BBG
(Bahía de Bizkaia Gas (Google translation)) BBG launches bioLNG loading service after passing ISCC certification -- The Bahía de Bizkaia Gas (BBG) liquefied natural gas storage and regasification plant has obtained the necessary certification to manage bioLNG, that is, biomethane of renewable
February 13, 2026 Read Full Article
Completion of Meyer Turku’s AVATAR Net-Zero Cruise Ship Concept
(Meyer Turko/CruiseMapper) The Finnish shipbuilder Meyer Turku (Turku, Finland) has completed development of a net-zero cruise ship concept under its AVATAR project, achieving a lifecycle carbon footprint reduction of more than 90% relative to a baseline defined by the International Maritime
February 13, 2026 Read Full Article
Air bp Signs Agreement with Airbus to Provide Aviation Services and Fuel Supply in Europe
(bp) Air bp has announced the signing of a multi-year contract with Airbus covering the supply of conventional aviation fuel, sustainable aviation fuel (SAF), and other services in Spain and Germany. With this agreement, Air bp, bp's aviation division operating in
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The Digest’s 2026 Multi-Slide Guide to Feedstock-Efficient Biomanufacturing
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) This guide presents a breakthrough in decoupling energy generation from carbon metabolism in E. coli. By engineered expression of oxygen-tolerant hydrogenase and formate dehydrogenase, researchers achieved 86% and 98% efficiency in replacing acetate oxidation with external electron
February 13, 2026 Read Full Article
Are We on the Right Road to the Energy Transition? Problems with the Current Path and a Possible Viable Roadmap to Slay the Energy Beast
by Steven Slome (FGE NexantECA/Biofuels Digest) ... The most efficient way to reduce emissions overall is to supplement renewable power and unavoidable biofuels (SAF etc) by using the most widely available feedstock (cellulosic biomass) via the lowest cost technology (biogas to biomethane) with the widest
February 13, 2026 Read Full Article
Bill Protects Farmers from Lawsuits over Greenhouse Gas Emissions
by Isabella Luu (Iowa Public Radio) Farmers would be strongly shielded from lawsuits over greenhouse gas emissions under a bill advanced Tuesday by an Iowa House panel. The bill (HSB 693) states that farmers would be protected from legal responsibility for the climate impact of greenhouse emissions, unless a
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Heavy Transport Decarbonisation: Why Low-Carbon Liquid Fuels Still Matter
by Rachel Sparkhall (HutanBio) Heavy Transport Decarbonisation -- Decarbonising heavy transport (including aviation, shipping, and long-haul freight) is widely regarded as one of the most difficult challenges in the global energy transition. These sectors already account for around 10% of global greenhouse gas
February 12, 2026 Read Full Article
A Reality Check for Feedstocks, Policy and Capital
(HutanBio/Biofuels International) Manshu Agarwal, CEO, HutanBio, has outlined what he sees are the critical factors that will drive growth in the biofuels sector over the coming year. My prediction for the year ahead is that it will not be a breakout year
February 12, 2026 Read Full Article
Four SAF Firms Bag £181,000 Funding from DfT
by Fayaz Hussain (SAF Investor) The UK’s Department for Transport (DfT) announced £181,000 in funding for four UK companies including Avioxx, Clean Planet Technologies, Green Lizard Technologies and Zero Petroleum through the Clearing House. This investment is meant to accelerate testing, certification
February 12, 2026 Read Full Article
Biogas PowerON 2026 --- September 23-24, 2026 --- Copenhagen, Denmark
Our 2026 edition focuses on excellent speakers with highly searched presentations, industry panel discussion, technical insights and many hours of networking. The global biogas market in 2025 is witnessing significant growth, driven by the increasing demand for renewable energy and government policies promoting
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Agenda: Edina - Biofuel Plow Truck Conversion - Late Nov. 2025
(Edina TV) This fall, work to make the City’s fleet of heavy vehicles more environmentally friendly shifted into high gear. Large dump trucks used for everything from hauling gravel to plowing snow will be switching over to a new fuel source
February 12, 2026 Read Full Article
Argus Clean Ammonia Europe Conference --- December 1-3, 2026 --- Rotterdam, Netherlands
Bringing together industry pioneers driving clean ammonia adoption in Europe-- As Europe's largest port and a hub for energy transition projects, Rotterdam offers unparalleled access to companies driving innovation across the clean ammonia value chain. This is your opportunity to: Connect with the
February 12, 2026 Read Full Article
Rejection of Texas Law Blacklisting 'Woke' BlackRock Could Challenge Anti-ESG Laws in Other States
by Simon Jessop and Ross Kerber (Reuters) Texas judge rules anti-ESG law unconstitutional, violating free speech; Ruling may inspire challenges to similar laws in other states; Anti-ESG laws seen as politically motivated, chilling effect on investors A Texas judge's move to strike down a
February 12, 2026 Read Full Article
Work Truck Week --- March 10-13, 2026 --- Indianapolis, IN
North America’s Largest Work Truck Event -- For more than 25 years, the people who design, build, use and maintain the commercial vehicles and equipment the world relies on have gathered to see the industry’s latest products and technology, learn from
February 12, 2026 Read Full Article
Breakfast of Champions--Speed, Strategy, and Sustainability: Fueling the Future of Indiana’s Transportation --- March 11, 2026 --- Indianapolis, IN
by Nathan Hart, Cary Welsh (ACT News) • Drive Clean Indiana will host its 2026 Breakfast of Champions on March 11 during NTEA Work Truck Week, bringing together transportation and energy stakeholders in Indianapolis. The event underscores cross-sector collaboration, with participation from
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How a Proposed Cap Threatens Oregon’s Clean Fuels Market and Climate Goals
by Evelyn Loya (OPIS) Oregon House Republicans have introduced legislation that would not only cap the state’s key climate program for transportation fuels but also restrict the ability of local governments to regulate fossil fuel infrastructure. In effect, it would
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Carbon Direct Releases 2026 State of the Voluntary Carbon Market Report
(Carbon Direct/Business Wire) Today (February 10, 2026), Carbon Direct released its 2026 flagship report analyzing the voluntary carbon market (VCM) with a focus on carbon dioxide removal (CDR). The report finds that the market stands at a critical inflection point: while the infrastructure,
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Trump Repeals Landmark Legal Policy Underpinning Key Climate Rules
by Jake Spring, Ambrosia Wojahn and Brady Dennis (Washington Post) Nearly 17 years after the Environmental Protection Agency declared that carbon dioxide and other greenhouse gases threaten the public’s health and welfare, the agency on Thursday rescinded the landmark legal opinion
February 12, 2026 Read Full Article
SkyNRG Announces Financial Close and Starts Construction on Its First Sustainable Aviation Fuel Plant DSL-01 in Delfzijl the Netherlands
(SkyNRG) Greenfield facility dedicated to the production of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF); The plant will produce 100,000 tonnes of SAF per year and 35,000 tonnes of sustainable by-products; Lifecycle GHG reduction of approximately 80% compared to fossil jet fuel1, increasing to over 90%
February 12, 2026 Read Full Article
Two-Stage Hydrothermal Process Turns Wastewater Sludge into Cleaner Biofuel
(Shenyang Agricultural University/EurekAlert!) Scientists have developed an improved method to convert municipal wastewater sludge into higher quality renewable fuel while significantly reducing harmful nitrogen compounds, offering a promising pathway for cleaner energy and sustainable waste management. Municipal sludge is a by-product of
February 12, 2026 Read Full Article
First Group of Global Experts for Carbon Accounting Panel
(International Chamber of Commerce) ICC and Carbon Measures today (January 19, 2026) announced the first cohort of experts selected to serve on the Technical Expert Panel on Carbon Accounting, which will define the principles, scope and real-world applications of a carbon
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The Digest’s 2026 Multi-Slide Guide to Lowering Barriers for Maritime Biofuels
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) IEA Bioenergy Task 39 highlights a strategic shift toward “Green Corridors” to operationalize sustainable fuel supply chains. A critical projection shows green methanol dominating the renewable marine fuel market by 2050. Key news includes the launch
February 12, 2026 Read Full Article
Michigan Maritime Strategy Charts a Course to Leadership, Innovation, Success, and Sustainability Public Comment DEADLINE February 27, 2026
(Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes and Enegy) Michigan sits at the heart of the world’s largest freshwater ecosystem and the vital Great Lakes-St. Lawrence maritime system. Now, with the release of the first-ever Michigan Maritime Strategy, state leaders and partners are
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NUS Launches Project to Advance Near-Zero Emissions Ammonia Marine Engines
(National University of Singapore) Industry–academia collaboration to be based at CDE targets decarbonisation of the global shipping industry through new ammonia-fuelled engine concept. A major new industry–academia research collaboration project to be hosted on the CDE campus aims to accelerate the decarbonisation
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Hanwha and Baker Hughes Announce Agreement for Joint Development of Ammonia Gas Turbines
(Hanwha) Hanwha is working to advance carbon-free shipping by developing ammonia-powered turbines in collaboration with Baker Hughes, driving innovation in maritime energy solutions -- Hanwha Ocean and Hanwha Power Systems have signed a Joint Development and Collaboration Agreement with Baker Hughes, a
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Design and Equipment Contract for Transpetro’s New Tanker Fleet
(Kongsberg Maritime) Kongsberg Maritime has been contracted by Consórcio Marenova to design and equip four methanol/ethanol-ready handy size product tankers. The vessels will be built at Consórcio Marenova, a partnership between Ecovix in Rio Grande and MacLaren in Niterói, Brazil. The
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Breakthrough Tech Transforms Food Waste into Green Fuel for Ships
by Zhou Wenting (China Daily) Researchers from the Shanghai-based East China University of Science and Technology have unveiled a revolutionary technology that converts leftover food waste into green fuel for ocean-going vessels. Researchers from the Shanghai-based East China University of Science and
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The First 3,000-Ton Methanol Hybrid Container Ship in the Pearl River Basin Broke Ground in Qingyuan.
(China Daily) On February 6, construction officially began on two 3,000-ton methanol-electric hybrid container ships jointly invested by Zhonghe Qingneng and Xinwangda Power at Qingyuan Chenglong Shipyard. The project's classification by the China Classification Society (CCS) marks the beginning of a
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2025 Another Record Year For Unleaded 88 In MN
(Minnesota Bio-Fuels Association) For the fifth consecutive year, annual sales of Unleaded 88 in Minnesota reached a new record. -- The Minnesota Department of Commerce last week reported monthly Unleaded 88 sales for December 2025, which finalized total sales for 2025. The report showed Unleaded 88 (also
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Global Shipping Industry Sticks with Green Investments, Despite Carbon Price Delay
by Enes Tunagur and Jeslyn Lerh (Reuters) Shipping accounts for nearly 3% of greenhouse gas emissions; IMO to consider carbon price again this year; Shipping, energy companies forge ahead with green investments; Rules may change again over ships' 30-year lifespans, Wartsila CEO says The shipping
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China's First Pure Methanol-Powered Smart Ship Embarked on Its Maiden Voyage in Nanjing.
(China MSA/Nanjing Railway Bureau (Google translation)) On February 6, 2026, the nation's first pure methanol-electric intelligent ship, "Shuntongji 601," and its sister ship, "Shuntongji 602," set sail from Xiba Port in Nanjing Jiangbei New Area for Hefei, Anhui Province, marking the
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Valuing RNG
by Bill Caesar (Generate Upcycle/BioCycle) Last month, BioCycle queried leaders across the organics recycling industry about what they see unfolding in 2026. Bill Caesar, president of Generate Upcycle, was among those responding. He provided insights on valuing renewable natural gas (RNG) that we saved for
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‘Grass2Gas’ May Be Key to Sustainable Pennsylvania Dairy Farms, Study Suggests
by Jeff Mulhollem (Pennsylvania State University) Implementing novel management practices in dairy farming, one of the commonwealth’s major agricultural industries, could help alleviate a large source of both nutrient pollution and greenhouse gas emissions, according to a multidisciplinary team led by
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Record-Smashing Cold Snap Proves Why New York Still Needs Renewable Biofuels
by Kris DeLair and Rocco J. Lacertosa (Empire State Energy Association, Inc./ New York State Energy Coalition, Inc./Empire Report) ... When the Arctic air settles and the snow piles up, all-renewable electrification simply isn’t well-positioned to step up to the plate.
February 11, 2026 Read Full Article
What Companies Should Know about California’s New Climate Disclosure Laws
by Barbara Grady (Trellis) Measuring emissions and assessing climate risk can help companies uncover cost savings and market opportunities. Enforcement of California’s climate disclosure laws begins this year, with final regulations expected in February. Emissions reports under SB 253, the Climate Corporate Data
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NOMIS & Science Young Explorer Award DEADLINE
(Science Magazine) The NOMIS & Science Young Explorer Award recognizes and rewards early-career M.D., Ph.D., or M.D./Ph.D. scientists who perform research at the intersection of the social and life sciences. Essays written by these bold researchers on their recent work
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Can Ford’s U-Turn on EVs Open the Road for Ethanol?
by Doug Durante (Clean Fuels Development Coalition/Governors' Biofuels Coalition) $19 billion down the drain. Ford finally read the writing on the wall and said they are totally reversing course when it comes to EVs. But wait, it gets worse – when
February 11, 2026 Read Full Article
Brooklyn High School Becomes First in NYC to Heat Entirely with Vegetable Oil Biofuel. Here's How It Works.
By Hannah Kliger (CBS News) A Brooklyn public high school is making history by heating its entire campus with vegetable oil biofuel, becoming the first in New York City to fully convert to the renewable energy system. In the basement of
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China Launches First Marine Biofuel Blending Pilot in Zhoushan
by Samyak Pandey and Chau kit Boey (S&P Global) Aims to reduce reliance on imported biofuel bunkers; Locally blended biofuel could cut costs by $80/mt -- China has launched its first pilot program for the blending and export of marine biofuel oil, after
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Women in Forestry Virtual Summit --- March 5, 2026 --- ONLINE
Creating a more diverse workforce is a critical challenge for forestry companies across Canada. Addressing this will require rethinking how we recruit, train, and retain employees, while fostering an industry culture that welcomes women and people of all backgrounds. This
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The 2026 Canadian Biomass Awards Are Open for Submissions! DEADLINE March 5, 2026
(Canadian Biomass Magazine) The annual award program celebrates outstanding individuals, companies and communities working passionately to advance the country’s bioeconomy. This year’s awards will be presented for the following categories: Champion of the Year: Individual award Company of the Year: Company award Thought Leader
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Advanced Biofuels Canada Announces Federal Support for Clean Fuels Awareness Campaign: $97 Million in Investments
(Advanced Biofuels Canada/Canadian Biomass Magazine) Advanced Biofuels Canada Association (ABFC) welcomes the federal announcement of more than $97 million in investments supporting clean transportation across Canada, including new funding for education and awareness initiatives focused on clean transportation across Canada. As part of this
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Meet the Candidate Challenging Iowa’s Most Sacred Cow: Ethanol
by Charlie Hope-D’Anieri (The New Republic) To say Chris Jones is a long-shot candidate is an understatement. But he could upend how Democrats approach agricultural policy. -- A retired water scientist named Chris Jones is running in the Democratic primary for secretary of agriculture
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World Agri-Tech’s South America Summit --- June 23-24, 2026 --- São Paulo (SP) Brazil
World Agri-Tech’s South America Summit spotlights the vast potential the region holds in scaling innovation and driving the global transition to sustainable and climate-smart farming practices. Ready to see the future of agriculture unfold in South America? The World Agri-Tech returns to
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C40 and Lagos Celebrate Programme Handover with Waste Management Pilot Project and Regional Masterclass on Climate Change Governance
(C40 Cities) The City of Lagos, Nigeria, is set to host the third C40 Cities Regional Climate Finance & Leadership Masterclass on Climate Change Governance from 10 to 11 February 2026. This high-level convening marks a significant milestone as it also
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With R$ 148.5 Million, BNDES Supports Bioo's Biomethane Plant in Paraná.
(BNDES News Agency (Goggle translation)) --With resources from the Climate Fund, the unit in Toledo (PR) is expected to prevent 80,000 tons of CO2 equivalent per year from entering the atmosphere. --Produced using organic waste from the agro-industry, the renewable
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Cemex Ventures Doubles Down on WtEnergy to Advance Circular Economy and Clean Energy Production
(Cemex Ventures) Cemex Ventures, the corporate venture capital arm of Cemex, announced today (February 9, 2026) a new investment in Waste to Energy Advanced Solutions (WtEnergy), a leading startup specializing in the conversion of non-recyclable solid waste and biomass into clean
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ICM and Energy Integration Announce Strategic Partnership to Commercialize MVR Technology
(ICM/Business Wire) ICM, Inc. today (February 10, 2026) announced a strategic partnership with Energy Integration Inc., LLC (EII) to commercialize mechanical vapor recompression (MVR) systems for the ethanol industry. Through this collaboration, ICM will implement EII’s patented Doublr™ mechanical vapor recompression (MVR)
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Alfa Laval Launches Flexible Decanter Rental Program to Empower Ethanol Producers
(Alfa Laval/PR Newswire) Alfa Laval is proud to announce the successful launch of its innovative decanter rental program, designed specifically for ethanol producers seeking to maximize oil recovery and operational flexibility. The rental program allows ethanol producers to operate the cutting-edge Prodec Oil
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Methanex Corporation: U.K.'s First Commercial Biomethanol Bunkering Service Launches at Port of Immingham
(Finanz Nachrichten/Globe Newswire) Exolum, Methanex Corporation (TSX: MX) (Nasdaq: MEOH) and Ørsted, today (February 10, 2026) announced the launch of the United Kingdom's (U.K.) first commercially ready biomethanol storage and supply service for shipping at the Port of Immingham. The
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The Digest’s 2026 Multi-Slide Guide to Marine Biofuels Horizons
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) India is emerging as a leader in maritime decarbonization, targeting net-zero emissions for major ports by 2047 and the broader shipping sector by 2070. Most newsworthy is the successful completion of B20 to B50 biodiesel trials
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Electric Cars Deliver 'No Proven Carbon Savings' in the UK, Scientists Warn in 'Sanity Check' Study
By William Hunter (Daily Mail) EVs produce 30% MORE CO2 emissions in their first two years -- In a new study, described as a 'sanity check' for Britain's Net Zero ambitions, researchers from Queen Mary University say that the push towards EVs is fundamentally
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Biofuel Leaders See Cargo Ships as a Big Market — if the Trump Administration Won't Get in the Way
by Rachel Cramer (Harvest Public Media/KCUR) Biofuel leaders say the shipping industry could be a golden goose for ethanol and soy-based biodiesel. One of the big barriers is the Trump administration, which torpedoed a global agreement to reduce pollution. Even though the
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Andamur adds HVO to Its Network of Service Stations in Germany, Spain and France
(Andamur) At Andamur, we continue to move forward with determination towards a more sustainable transport model. As part of our commitment to the environment and in response to the growing demand from our customers for cleaner energy solutions, from January onwards
February 10, 2026 Read Full Article
Cemvita, Radix Make Progress in Front-End Engineering for Glycerin-to-Bio-oil Project in Brazil
(Radix/Biobased Diesel Daily) Radix announced Feb. 6 that it and Cemvita are progressing in front-end engineering for a first-of-its-kind circular bio-oil project in Brazil focused on converting crude glycerin, a biodiesel byproduct, into ultra-low carbon-intensity (CI) bio-oil used as a feedstock to produce sustainable
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Indian Distillery Industry Pushes for Tax Cuts on Flex-Fuel Vehicles Amid Ethanol Surplus
(Devdiscourse News Desk | India) India's distillery industry calls for a reduction in GST on flex-fuel vehicles as the country grapples with a surplus of ethanol, having achieved its 20% blending target ahead of schedule. The All India Distillers' Association seeks
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EPA to Delay Enforcement of Life-Saving Air Pollution Rule
by Sean Reilly (Politico Pro Greenwire) The agency missed a Saturday deadline to determine which parts of the country are flunking the tightened 2024 rule for soot exposure. -- EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin could delay enforcement of an air pollution standard projected
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Australia Collaborates with China on Sustainable Aviation
(Adelaide University) Adelaide University has been awarded a $400,000 grant from the National Foundation for Australia-China Relations (NFACR), under the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade, to deliver a sustainable aviation project over the next two years. Announced this week by the
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The Digest’s 2026 Multi-Slide Guide to IMO Global Shipping Emissions Framework
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) The International Maritime Organization (IMO) has introduced its groundbreaking Net-Zero Framework, making shipping the first global industry with binding emissions reductions. Key news includes the 2027 enforcement of a mandatory greenhouse gas pricing mechanism and a
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Start of the Round Robin Tests for Biodiesel and Vegetable & Used Cooking o\Oils 2026
(Association Quality Management Biodiesel (AGQM) ) The Association Quality Management Biodiesel (AGQM) launches its round robin tests in 2026. Laboratories from around the world are invited to register by February 20, 2026, and become part of one of the world's most
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The Starting Gate: Europe’s Biofuel Sprint to 2030
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) ... The release of the European Commission’s industrial mobilization study isn’t another policy paper — it’s the starter’s pistol. The 2030 targets under Fit for 55, ReFuelEU Aviation and FuelEU Maritime have moved the sector from R&D warmups
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AET to Grow Multi-Fuel Fleet with Order for Its First Hybrid-Electric, Ethanol-Ready Tanker
by Nadja Skopljak (Offshore Energy) Singapore-headquartered owner and operator of crude and product tankers AET is set to enrich its fleet with its first-ever hybrid-electric, ethanol-ready tanker, set to be built in China. AET placed the order for its first hybrid-electric dynamic
February 10, 2026 Read Full Article
Ethanol’s Next Big Wave: Maritime Transport
by Luke Geiver (Ethanol Producer Magazine) Global logistics provider Maersk wants to work with ethanol producers from around the world to create the next big wave in maritime transport. “Collaboration between shipping and fuel producers is essential to build supply chains that
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Politico Pro Q&A: Iowa Agriculture Secretary Mike Naig
by Rachel Shin (Politico Pro) Naig discussed his efforts to lobby lawmakers and the Trump administration on ethanol and new market access for Iowa farmers. -- Iowa Ag Secretary Mike Naig is keeping the heat on Washington to greenlight year-round sales of
February 10, 2026 Read Full Article
USDA's Reputation Suffers after Massive Revisions in US Corn Acres
By Tom Polansek (Reuters) USDA launches review after unprecedented acreage estimate increases; Staffing cuts hindered data processing, former official says; Farmers' reluctance to participate in surveys complicates estimates -- The U.S. Department of Agriculture, long the world's gold standard for crop
February 10, 2026 Read Full Article
9th Annual Middletown Green Expo --- March 28, 2026 --- Middletown, MD
Join us at the Middletown Green Expo for a community-focused event celebrating sustainability, environmental innovation, and green living! The Green Expo brings together local organizations, businesses, and residents for fun, learning, and local eco-action. This year's event features interactive vendor exhibits,
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FENAGRA 2026 – Feed and Food – International Agro-industry Fair --- May 12-14, 2026 --- São Paulo (SP), Brazil
(Google translation) FENAGRA 2026 – Feed and Food – International Agro-industry Fair is the combination of 6 major events in the same location and time. It will be held at the Anhembi District (São Paulo – SP) where we will
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Ammonia Technology Moves Closer to Powering Deep-Sea Shipping
(DNV) Ammonia propulsion is moving from concept to commercial reality as several engine developers bring dual‑fuel designs to market. Everllence’s new ME‑LGIA engine integrates advanced safety barriers, digital connectivity, and fuel flexibility, marking a significant step towards practical zero‑carbon deep‑sea shipping. As
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Global Hydrogen Outlook: Insights from the IEA --- February 24, 2026 --- ONLINE
The hydrogen sector is becoming more selective about which projects move forward, where investment concentrates, and how today’s policy and infrastructure choices will shape hydrogen’s role in modern energy systems. The latest analysis from the International Energy Agency (IEA) shows
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CALL FOR SPEAKERS Algae Biomass Summit --- October 12-15, 2026 --- Tempe, AZ DEADLINE May 16, 2026; Includes Student Poster Competition/Awards
The 2026 Algae Biomass Summit, celebrating the 20th Anniversary of the world’s longest standing algae-focused conference, will bring together global leaders in research, industry, policy, and investment at Arizona State University in Tempe, Arizona, October 12-15, 2026. Hosted by the Algae Biomass Organization (ABO) and
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Algae Biomass Summit --- October 12-15, 2026 --- Tempe, AZ
The 2026 Algae Biomass Summit, celebrating the 20th Anniversary of the world’s longest standing algae-focused conference, will bring together global leaders in research, industry, policy, and investment at Arizona State University in Tempe, Arizona, October 12-15, 2026. Hosted by the Algae Biomass Organization (ABO) and
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Senators Coons, Ricketts Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Boost Bio-manufacturing and Expand Markets for Renewable Chemicals
(Office of Senator Chris Coons (D-DE)) U.S. Senators Chris Coons (D-Del.) and Pete Ricketts (R-Neb.) introduced the Renewable Chemicals Act. The bipartisan legislation would provide a targeted, short-term tax credit for qualifying renewable chemicals or an investment tax credit for renewable chemical production facilities. Renewable chemicals are produced from biomass
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BB-REG-Net Suggests Additional Lifecycle Assessment Categories for Biobased and Biodegradable Materials
by Lynn L. Bergeson and Carla N. Hutton (Bergeson & Campbell) BB-REG-NET, a United Kingdom (UK) regulatory science network for biobased and biodegradable materials, published a report on January 29, 2026, entitled “Seven steps to fairness — An LCA Framework for Impact
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OECD Paper Compares Regulatory Environments for Biotechnology and Biosolutions between the EU and United States
by Lynn L. Bergeson and Carla N. Hutton (Bergeson & Campbell) The Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) posted a working paper on January 30, 2026, entitled A comparison of the innovation and regulatory environments for biotechnology and biosolutions across the European
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NSCEB Fact Sheet Offers Biotechnology Solutions for Critical Minerals
by Lynn L. Bergeson and Carla N. Hutton (Bergeson & Campbell) On February 4, 2026, the National Security Commission on Emerging Biotechnology (NSCEB) announced the release of a fact sheet on biotechnology solutions for critical minerals. NSCEB notes that the United States is overly reliant on
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Agile BioFoundry 2026 Industry Day --- February 17, 2026 --- Emeryville, CA and ONLINE
Join us and discover partnering opportunities and provide your perspective on how U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) National Labs can best support the biomanufacturing industry. Funded by the DOE Bioenergy Technologies Office (BETO), ABF develops biomanufacturing tools, processes and partnerships that
February 09, 2026 Read Full Article
CALL FOR SPEAKERS Mid-Atlantic Advanced Transportation Summit & Expo 2026 --- July 21-23, 2026 --- Harrisonburg, VA DEADLINE unclear
Join industry leaders, innovators, and policymakers for three days of cutting-edge insights, networking, and technology showcases in the heart of Virginia -- Join us in the heart of Virginia for three dynamic days of innovation, collaboration, and insight into the future
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Mid-Atlantic Advanced Transportation Summit & Expo 2026 --- July 21-23, 2026 --- Harrisonburg, VA
Join industry leaders, innovators, and policymakers for three days of cutting-edge insights, networking, and technology showcases in the heart of Virginia -- Join us in the heart of Virginia for three dynamic days of innovation, collaboration, and insight into the future
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Environmental Auditing 101: How Environmental Compliance Audits Work and Why They Matter --- February 10, 2026 --- ONLINE
This event will operate under the Chatham House Rule to encourage open discussion. The event is not open to members of the media. Attendees agree to not publish any information, video or photographs from the event. Speakers Timothy A. Wilkins, Managing Partner –
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New Study Exposes Europe’s Hidden Methane Impact from Landfills
(Bioenergy International) A new study by Prognos Consulting and the ifeu Institute GmbH shows that methane from landfilled municipal waste in Europe is a major, long-term climate risk that is systematically underestimated in policy debates. Methane (CH4) is one of the most
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Gasum Delivers BioLNG to Power Longyearbyen Airport
(Bioenergy International) In Norway, state-owned airport operator Avinor has selected energy provider Gasum Oy to supply liquefied biomethane (bioLNG) to fuel a gas turbine genset that heats and powers Longyearbyen Airport (LYR) on Svalbard. Svalbard is a Norwegian territory comprised of a
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Using ASTM D6866 to Verify Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) --- February 25, 2026 --- ONLINE
Join us for a complimentary webinar exploring how Carbon-14 testing supports accurate verification of the biogenic carbon content of Sustainable Aviation Fuels (SAF) across production, blending, and supply chains. This session will provide an overview of the regulatory, and sustainability landscape
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Sustainable Initiatives Play Crucial Role in Super Bowl LX
by Julia Jacobo (ABC News) ... San Francisco International Airport is also playing a role in encouraging sustainability for the Super Bowl. It was one of the first U.S. airports to offer sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) -- a jet fuel made
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New Partnership with Druck Set for Major Breakthrough in Developing Hydrogen Powered Aircraft
(University of Bath) University of Bath and Druck have been awarded a Knowledge Transfer Partnership (KTP) to develop cryogenic hydrogen sensors for net-zero aviation. -- The University of Bath has entered a Knowledge Transfer Partnership (KTP) with Druck, a Crane Company business,
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Indonesia Partners with Japan to Develop Hydrogen Energy
(Asia Today) Indonesia has formally partnered with Japan to accelerate the development of hydrogen energy as part of its broader energy transition strategy and long-term industrial competitiveness agenda. The collaboration underscores Indonesia’s ambition to move beyond decarbonization targets and position itself within
February 09, 2026 Read Full Article
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