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IMO Climate Talks Stay Alive as Carbon Plan Survives U.S. Pushback at MEPC 84
by Mike Schuler (gCaptain) The International Maritime Organization has kept its landmark shipping climate framework alive following a week of high-stakes negotiations in London, setting up a decisive endgame later this year after deep divisions again blocked a final deal.
The outcome from MEPC 84 broadly matched expectations heading into the meeting, with the IMO Net-Zero Framework (NZF) ultimately emerging intact as the sole agreed basis for continued negotiations despite a coordinated push to weaken or reopen the proposal.
Closing the session, Secretary-General Arsenio Dominguez said talks were “back on track,” while cautioning that rebuilding trust among member states remains essential to securing agreement.
MEPC 84 was widely seen as a key political checkpoint after last year’s dramatic delay of the framework, when a razor-thin vote exposed deep geopolitical divides—tensions that resurfaced again this week.
The United States, building on comments from Federal Maritime Commission Chairman Laura DiBella, pressed countries to reconsider the framework, arguing it risks imposing broad costs across global supply chains and disproportionately impacting consumers.
But the collapse of the framework never came. Instead, a broad coalition of countries held the line to preserve the framework’s core structure, including its controversial carbon pricing mechanism, which is widely seen as the defining feature of the proposal.
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The United States Department of State said its coalition helped force the IMO to expand negotiations to include alternative proposals that could remove the carbon pricing element altogether.
In a statement, spokesperson Thomas “Tommy” Pigott said U.S. diplomats “successfully delivered” a path forward that protects American economic interests, arguing the NZF would act as a global carbon tax on shipping and consumers. The U.S. said partners including Saudi Arabia, Liberia, Panama, and Argentina backed efforts to examine competing proposals, some representing a significant share of global tonnage.
The State Department also pointed to the decision to continue negotiations across multiple proposals as evidence that support for the original framework is eroding—though that interpretation contrasts with other delegations that maintained the NZF as the central negotiating text.
Faced with the broader impasse, delegates chose to move forward rather than force a vote, keeping the NZF as the central negotiating text while allowing alternative proposals to remain under consideration.
The next phase will now unfold through a series of intersessional talks in September and November, with a potential decision window in December.
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The Middle East conflict has already driven sharp volatility in bunker fuel prices, reinforcing arguments from framework supporters that a global system could provide long-term cost stability and accelerate the shift to alternative fuels.
Critics continue to argue the opposite—that carbon pricing risks raising costs and distorting trade flows.
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The IMO approved a new Emission Control Area in the Northeast Atlantic, tightening limits on sulphur oxides, nitrogen oxides, and particulate matter across a wide swath of European waters beginning in 2028.
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Despite mounting political pressure and competing proposals, the IMO’s Net-Zero Framework remains alive, with carbon pricing still firmly at the center of the debate. READ MORE
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- IMO Net Zero Framework survives assault but adoption remains uncertain (Datamar News)
- US Push Against IMO Shipping Carbon Levy Keeps Net-Zero Framework in Uncertain Waters (Net Zero Compare)
Excerpt from Datamar News: MEPC 84, which concluded on May 1 after five days at IMO headquarters, saw nearly 100 delegations take the floor on the framework’s future. When the dust settled, 55 countries had spoken in support of the Net Zero Framework and its critical carbon pricing mechanism, while 51 favoured proposals to substantially reopen or weaken it – including removing the carbon price entirely. The committee agreed to convene two intersessional working group meetings, in September and November, ahead of MEPC85 at the end of November, with a resumed extraordinary session pencilled in for December 4.
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Analysis from the UCL Shipping and Oceans Research Group, which tracked the meeting closely, found that the pendulum had swung meaningfully back toward the framework. Five countries that had supported adjournment at last October’s extraordinary session flipped back to supporting the NZF, while 10 countries that had abstained or not taken a position now clearly supported it. Only two countries moved in the opposite direction.
Alternative proposals tabled by Japan and Argentina fared poorly. Japan’s proposal to strip out the carbon pricing element attracted support from just seven member states, while the Argentina-led proposal – which would remove both the carbon price and the fund – drew 24. Neither, individually or combined, could form a simple majority.
Professor Tristan Smith of UCL said the failure of NZF opponents to capitalise on the moment was significant. “For the opponents of meaningful and effective IMO GHG regulation, this was an opportunity for them to finish what they started at MEPC.ES2. Their failure to do so is critical for shipping and trade’s future success, as well as multilateralism’s future and for the chances of an equitable energy transition.”
Dr Pinar Langer, also of UCL, said the meeting had clarified the path forward. “MEPC84 suggests there is limited appetite for starting again or shifting to a much weaker alternative. The more credible path now appears to be targeted refinements to the agreed Net Zero Framework, while preserving the elements that make it meaningful and effective.”
Thomas Kazakos, secretary-general of the International Chamber of Shipping, welcomed the tone of the week while acknowledging that significant hurdles remain. “The constructive dialogue that has taken place this week is hugely welcome, although it is clear that many Member States are still unable to adopt a global regulatory framework unless further adjustments are made,” he said, adding that ICS intends to contribute ideas ahead of September’s intersessional meeting on how to achieve the necessary broader support. READ MORE
Excerpt from Net Zero Compare: The IMO Net-Zero Framework has two main parts.
The first is a global fuel standard. This would require ships to reduce the greenhouse gas intensity of the fuels and energy they use over time. In practical terms, vessels using high-emission fuels would face increasing pressure to improve efficiency, switch to lower-carbon fuels, or buy compliance units.
The second is a pricing mechanism. Ships that exceed agreed emissions limits would need to pay into an IMO Net-Zero Fund or use surplus units generated by better-performing vessels. The fund is intended to support the deployment of low-emission ships, clean fuel infrastructure, research, training, technology transfer, and transition support for developing countries.
The rules would apply to large oceangoing ships above 5,000 gross tonnage. These vessels account for most international shipping emissions and are already covered by IMO fuel data collection requirements.
If adopted, the framework would be added to MARPOL Annex VI, the global treaty covering air pollution from ships. That would make the rules part of the core international regulatory system for maritime emissions.
Why is Shipping Difficult to Decarbonize?
International shipping is one of the hardest sectors to bring in line with net-zero goals. It carries much of the world’s trade, operates across jurisdictions, and depends heavily on fossil-based marine fuels.
Large vessels can operate for 20 to 30 years, meaning decisions made today on ship design, engines, and fuel systems can lock in emissions for decades. At the same time, alternatives such as green methanol, ammonia, hydrogen-based fuels, and sustainable biofuels are still limited in availability and often more expensive than conventional fuels.
Ports also need new infrastructure before cleaner fuels can be supplied at scale. This includes storage, bunkering equipment, safety systems, and certification processes. For some fuels, such as ammonia and hydrogen, safety and handling requirements remain major operational considerations.
These challenges are why many governments and industry groups argue that global rules are needed. Without a common framework, shipping companies could face a fragmented system of regional carbon prices, fuel standards, and reporting rules.
What is at Stake for Shipowners?
For shipowners and operators, the final shape of the IMO framework will influence fleet planning, fuel procurement, and long-term investment.
A clear carbon price would make high-emission fuels more expensive over time. That could improve the business case for energy efficiency upgrades, wind-assist technologies, route optimization, dual-fuel engines, and alternative fuel vessels.
It would also affect chartering contracts. Cargo owners and ship operators would need to decide how compliance costs are shared, particularly in contracts where one party controls the vessel and another controls fuel decisions.
For companies ordering new ships, the uncertainty is significant. A vessel built today may still be operating in the 2040s or 2050s.
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Fuel Suppliers and Ports Face Investment Decisions
The debate is also important for fuel suppliers, ports, and infrastructure investors.
A global fuel standard would create demand for lower-carbon marine fuels. That could support investment in green methanol, ammonia, synthetic fuels, advanced biofuels, and renewable hydrogen supply chains. However, these markets need long-term demand signals before large projects can reach final investment decisions.
Ports would also need to decide which fuels to support. Not every port can build infrastructure for every possible fuel pathway. A stronger IMO framework could help narrow the investment case by giving clearer guidance on which fuels are likely to gain market share.
At the same time, developing countries and smaller ports may need financial and technical support to avoid being left behind. This is one reason the proposed IMO Net-Zero Fund has become central to the talks. Supporters argue that revenue from a levy could help finance a fairer transition, particularly for countries that rely heavily on maritime trade but lack capital for new infrastructure.
Cost Concerns Remain Central to the Dispute
Opponents of a shipping carbon levy argue that it could increase freight costs and place pressure on consumers, exporters, and import-dependent countries.
Shipping costs are only one part of the final price of most goods, but even modest increases can matter for low-margin commodities, food imports, energy products, and long-distance trade routes. Small island states and remote economies are particularly exposed because they depend heavily on maritime transport.
The IMO has recognised that any emissions pricing system must consider impacts on food security, trade costs, and vulnerable economies. The challenge is designing a mechanism that reduces emissions while avoiding unfair burdens on countries with fewer alternatives or higher transport dependency.
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Regional Rules are Already Moving Ahead
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Implications for Cargo Owners and Investors
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Renewable Fuels Month Showcases Nebraska’s Leadership in Clean, Homegrown Energy
(Nebraska Corn Board/Morning Ag Clips) As the summer driving season begins, Nebraskans are encouraged to take advantage of affordable, renewable fuel options at the pump during Renewable Fuels Month in May. Renewable Fuels Month is recognized in Nebraska by the Nebraska Corn
May 05, 2026 Read Full Article
Fight over Turning Wood to Biofuel Looms for Farm Bill
by Marc Heller (Politico Pro Greenwire) A proposal to boost low-value woody material as a biofuel feedstock failed in the House last week — but it's likely to reemerge in the Senate. -- A long-brewing battle over converting wood to energy is
May 05, 2026 Read Full Article
The Sustainable Chemistry Catalyst: When Going up against the Majors, Change the Field, Not Just the Tech
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) ... Because today’s “Davids”—the innovators behind new chemistries—are not competing on a level field. They are being asked to fight Goliath on Goliath’s terms: • inside mature, optimized supply chains • against decades of capital investment and policy
May 05, 2026 Read Full Article
Biochar: Huge Potential in Biofuels and Renewable Energy (Updated)
(ResourceWise) In the race toward renewables, new innovations continue to move the dial forward toward achieving our energy goals while decreasing carbon output. One of the most exciting developments in this space is from a substance known as biochar. What is Biochar? In
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Global Fuel Crunch Raises the Stakes for US Renewable Diesel Exports
(ResourceWise) Surging feedstock prices have pulled US renewable diesel producer margins down from recent highs. Even so, plants remain far more profitable than they were before March. According to a Prima CarbonZero analyst report, Gulf Coast producers utilizing domestic used cooking oil
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Ethanol Conversion Kits: What Drivers in France Need to Know
(The Connexion) Conversion kits are available at a leading supermarket from €690 -- An offer by supermarket giant E.Leclerc to install ethanol conversion kits from €690 -around €100 cheaper than most competitors - is likely to attract renewed interest as petrol prices
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Asean’s Biodiesel Push Fuels Palm Oil Rally, but Will SGX-Listed Players Gain?
by Benicia Tan (Business Times) ... A crude oil supply shortfall from the prolonged closure of the Strait of Hormuz has accelerated biodiesel mandates in South-east Asia, driving up crude palm oil (CPO) prices and lifting Singapore Exchange-listed plantation stocks. ... Following the
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First RSPO China Members’ Day Strengthening Momentum for Sustainable Palm Oil
(Roundtable on Sustainable Palm Oil) The first China Members’ Day of the Roundtable on Sustainable Palm Oil (RSPO) was successfully held in Shanghai. The event was jointly hosted by China Quality Certification Centre (CQC) and the RSPO Secretariat, bringing together
May 04, 2026 Read Full Article
Nominations Open: Rising Star Awards 2026 DEADLINE July 22, 2026
(Tech Briefs) Women remain underrepresented in engineering, but their impact has never been more powerful. Across industries, women engineers are breaking barriers, shaping innovation, and redefining what leadership looks like in STEM. Launched in May 2026, Rising Star Awards has entered its
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Herald Interview: ReFeed Builds Jet Fuel Supply Chain from 'Liquid Gold' Waste Oil
(Korea Herald) Biofuel firm's Vietnam foothold sets stage for sustainable aviation fuel opportunity -- The future of aviation fuel may turn less on how it is produced than on how its raw materials are collected, according to ReFeed CEO Lee Chung-ho. The company
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Zimbabwe Trials Ethanol-Diesel Blend
(Sunday Mail/Bulawayo) Zimbabwe has begun formal research and trials into blending diesel with ethanol, signalling a potential shift in the country's energy strategy as Government moves to cushion consumers from rising fuel prices and reduce reliance on imports. The trials, being conducted
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Scientists See Trump's Firing of the National Science Board as an Attack on Research
by Scott Neuman and Katia Riddle (NPR) The White House abruptly dismissed the entire board overseeing the National Science Foundation, informing each of its 22 seated members in a terse email on Friday (April 24, 2026) that they had been "terminated, effective
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U of A Chemist Turns Ocean Water into an Abundant Hydrogen Source
by Michael Brown (University of Alberta) Patented technology now licensed by a Canadian company could change how the world powers everything from heavy industry to remote communities. -- University of Alberta chemistry professor Steve Bergens looks at the saltwater and the energy
May 04, 2026 Read Full Article
USDA’s New Guidance Portal Includes Biotechnology Guidance
by Lynn L. Bergeson and Carla N. Hutton (Bergeson & Campbell) The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced on April 7, 2026, the creation of the USDA Guidance Portal, an online searchable, indexed database that contains guidance documents issued by USDA and
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Brazil Corn Ethanol Clears IMO Regulatory Step for Maritime Use
by Ana Mano (Bloomberg) Brazil said its corn ethanol passed a significant regulatory step from the International Maritime Organization, giving the country an edge against the US and other competitors in the race to provide biofuels for ocean vessel transportation.
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The Digest’s 2026 Multi-Slide Guide to Section 45Z Tax Credits
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) Graham Noyes provided a crucial regulatory and market update focusing on Section 45Z tax credits. The most newsworthy information is the publicly disclosed pricing data for 45Z Production Tax Credits (PTCs). Noyes revealed that 45Z PTCs
May 04, 2026 Read Full Article
Ethanol Blog EU Move to Phase Out Soybeans as Biofuel Feedstock by 2030 Threatens $2.2 Billion in US Exports
by Todd Neeley (DTN Progressive Farmer) A decision by the European Commission on April 10, 2026, to phase out soybeans as a feedstock for biofuels by 2030 could have broader implications for U.S. agriculture, according to a new report from USDA's
May 04, 2026 Read Full Article
Celebrate Teacher Appreciation Week!
As a nonprofit educational organization, Advanced Biofuels USA, strives to provide teachers with the tools they need to bring the world of renewable fuels into the classroom. From sharing K-12 activities to providing 'Renewable Fuels 101' instructional materials, we want
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Launch of Public Consultation on the State Aid Scheme for Biofuel Production Public comment DEADLINE approx. May 14, 2026
(Romania Ministry of Energy) The Ministry of Energy has put out for public consultation the State Aid Scheme to support investments in biofuel production, with an estimated total budget of 500 million euros, financed by the Modernization Fund, under Key Programme
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High Diesel Costs Draw Attention to Ethanol Engine Projects
by Eliane Silva (Globo Rural — Ribeirão Preto/Valor International) ... At Agrishow in Ribeirão Preto (São Paulo)—Latin America’s largest agricultural technology fair—some of the industry’s leading manufacturers presented ethanol engine projects currently under development. ... Although visitors can already see these innovations, the
May 01, 2026 Read Full Article
QUOTE OF THE WEEK -- Angie Craig
I do not believe that we will see a vote on E15 come to this House floor, that standing down on E15 was walking away from our family farmers. -- House Agriculture Committee Ranking Member Angie Craig (D-MN 2nd) READ MORE
May 01, 2026 Read Full Article
House Bill Targets Unleaded Avgas Education
by Matt Ryan (AvWeb) Proposed legislation would require FAA to provide guidance on fuel approvals, compatibility and availability. -- U.S. Reps. Don Beyer, D-Va., and Jay Obernolte, R-Calif., have introduced legislation that would direct the FAA to establish an education program on
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Biochar Unlocks Cleaner Hydrogen Production by Overcoming a Key Fermentation Barrier
(Shenyang Agricultural University/EurekAlert!) A new study reveals how a simple, low-cost material could significantly boost the production of clean hydrogen fuel from waste. Researchers have demonstrated that biochar, a carbon-rich material made from biomass, can overcome one of the biggest challenges
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Mexico Would Require 84,000 Barrels of Ethanol per Day if It Approves Its Use at 10%.
by Diana Gante (Expansión (Google Translation)) The demand for gasoline in Mexico is around 842,000 barrels per day, but if 10% ethanol is added, it would be reduced to 758,000 barrels per year. -- The debate over increasing the use of ethanol
May 01, 2026 Read Full Article
Fastmarkets Launches European Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil (HVO) FOB Amsterdam, Rotterdam, Antwerp -- Outright and Premium Prices: Pricing Notice
(Fastmarkets) Fastmarkets is expanding its renewable fuels coverage with the launch of new European HVO price assessments for four different product categories: HVO (Crop), HVO (UCO), HVO (Tallow) and HVO (POME), effective Thursday April 30, 2026. The European Union latest iteration of
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GPS Renewables Launches India’s First Ethanol-to-Jet SAF Project
(Manufacturing Today) GPS Renewables has begun construction of India’s first Ethanol-to-Jet Sustainable Aviation Fuel plant at NTPC’s Green Hydrogen Hub in Andhra Pradesh. The project aims to turn ethanol into clean jet fuel, marking a major step towards low-carbon aviation and
May 01, 2026 Read Full Article
The Digest’s 2026 Multi-Slide Guide to Castlerock Biofuels
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) Castlerock Biofuels, co-founded by Castlerock Green Energy, announced a significant strategic collaboration with Ensyn Corporation. The most newsworthy aspect of the presentation is Castlerock Biofuels securing exclusive rights to utilize Ensyn’s groundbreaking Rapid Thermal Processing (RTP®)
May 01, 2026 Read Full Article
Bioeconomy Seen as Next Major Growth Market for U.S. Ag
by Kellan Heavican (Brownfield Ag News) ... John Bode, president and CEO of the Corn Refiners Associations, says farmers and the ethanol industry will play in the sector. “Just about anything that can be done with petrochemicals or plastics, can be
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Record US Biofuel Targets to Test Biodiesel Industry after Slow Year
by Siddharth Cavale and Jarrett Renshaw (Reuters) EPA mandates require 60% biomass-based diesel production increase, risking credit market volatility if unmet; Industry leaders warn supply, feedstock, and capacity challenges may hinder meeting targets; Analysts and EIA forecast potential deficits, with actual output lagging
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Brazil to Start Tests for Diesel Blend Containing 20% Biofuel in May
by Oliver Griffin (Reuters) Brazilian researchers at the Maua Institute of Technology will begin tests to investigate the viability of raising the blend of biodiesel in diesel to 20% in May, Renato Romio, manager of the institute's vehicles division, said on
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QNB Egypt Finances SAF Facility in Push for Aviation Decarbonization
(Arab Finance/Zawya) The project is expected to produce up to 200,000 tons of biofuel yearly -- QNB Egypt has participated as a lender in financing a sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) production facility in Egypt, according to a press release. Mohamed Bedeir, CEO of
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The Digest’s 2026 Multi-Slide Guide to BTG Bioliquids
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) BTG Bioliquids presented its mature, commercial-ready fast pyrolysis technology, which converts non-food biomass residues into second-generation (2G) advanced biofuels. The most newsworthy aspect is their highly standardized, modular plant design that practically eliminates scale-up risks. Following
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Companies Sign MoU to Expand Partnership into Green Fuels
(Safety4Sea) Venture Energy Limited and Shanghai Shenji Energy & Environmental Technology Co Ltd announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), upgrading their existing spot trade relationship into a broader, full-spectrum partnership focusing on green fuels. The agreement expands cooperation beyond
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LR, Seaspan, and Technolog Develop Vessel with Multiple Fuel Alternatives
(Safety4Sea) A new 3,370 TEU feeder vessel concept developed by Seaspan Corporation, Technolog, and Lloyd’s Register is designed to operate on LNG from the outset while allowing conversion to ammonia propulsion within just four weeks in dry dock. The design has received
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China's First Hydrogen-Powered Diesel-Electric Propulsion Transport Ship Was Designed and Built in Wuhan.
(Yangtze Daily/China Government Website/Hubei Provincial Government Website) The vessel uses hydrogen as fuel, providing power comparable to traditional diesel-powered ships, but emitting only water vapor, achieving zero-carbon power. On April 24th, the 2026 Hydrogen Energy Cooperation Conference and Hydrogen Energy Exhibition
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How the Hormuz Crisis Is Driving a Biofuels Boom
(Bloomberg/The Straits Times) Demand for biofuels has been growing in many parts of the world. Governments, particularly those in countries with big farming sectors, have viewed crop-based fuels as a way to support domestic agriculture, cut transport fossil fuel emissions and
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US Mounts New Bid to Block Shipping Carbon Tax
by Sara Schonhardt, Martina Sapio, Charlie Cooper (Politico Pro Climatewire) The Trump administration has been circulating flyers at this week’s gathering of the International Maritime Organization. -- The United States is continuing its efforts to scupper a global carbon tax on shipping
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Ethanol Producers Blame California Fire Marshal for Blocking E15 Sales
(Inside EPA) Ethanol producers are asserting that the Newsom administration and California State Fire Marshal are essentially blocking the sale of 15 percent ethanol blends of gasoline (E15) -- despite last year’s law directing state officials to expedite such sales --
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Port of Houston Achieves Milestone with First STS Methanol Bunkering Op in US
(Manifold Times) “TANGIER MAERSK” was bunkered with 2,000 metric tonnes of methanol by tank barge “KIRBY 29067” at the port. -- Danish shipping giant A.P. Moller – Maersk’s (Maersk) container vessel recently completed the first ship-to-ship methanol bunkering at the Port of
April 30, 2026 Read Full Article
Argus Methanol & Ammonia Conference --- September 21-23, 2026 --- Houston, TX
Meet the biggest buyers and sellers across the methanol and ammonia markets -- Against a backdrop of geopolitical tension, energy insecurity and market volatility, the Argus Methanol & Ammonia Conference provides a trusted meeting place for the global industry ahead of
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Cargill Opens Regina Canola Facility, Expanding Market Access for Canadian Farmers
(Cargill) New facility strengthens domestic processing capacity and connects growers to global food and renewable fuel markets -- Cargill’s canola processing facility in Regina, Saskatchewan is now operational, strengthening market access for Western Canadian farmers and helping meet growing global demand for
April 30, 2026 Read Full Article
Earth Month A-Z: Today--Bonus Video
Our Concern for the Earth Doesn't End on April 22, Earth Day. Advanced Biofuels USA, a nonprofit educational organization provides daily updates to our FREE online library with information about sustainable, renewable fuels in the US and around the world. In
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Carey Introduces Bill to Reinstate Biodiesel Tax Credit through 2029
by Erin Krueger (Biomass Magazine) Rep. Mike Carey, R-Iowa, on April 27 introduced the Strengthening Economic and Energy Development Act, a bill that aims to reinstate the $1 per gallon 40A biodiesel tax credit through 2029. Taxpayers would be able to
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Royal Enfield Classic 350 Flex Fuel E85 Ethanol Blend Spied Testing
by Sagar Patel (Rush Lane) Soon after the Government of India released draft rules to introduce higher ethanol blends like E85 and E100, a new development has emerged from Chennai. A test mule of Royal Enfield Classic 350 has been spotted on
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EU to Accelerate Renewable Hydrogen Review
(Global e-Fuels) The EU Commission plans to bring forward the review of renewable hydrogen from July 2028 to the second quarter of 2026. In a 22 April plan called AccelerateEU, the Commission said that “the slower than expected ramp up of the hydrogen market”
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Empire Clean Cities 17th Annual Stakeholder Meeting --- May 21, 2026 --- New York, NY
The Empire Clean Cities 17th Annual Stakeholder Meeting brings together industry leaders for a morning of networking and discussion on the latest advances in clean transportation. Our Annual Stakeholder Meeting will feature a light breakfast networking hour, panel discussions, updates on local initiatives
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Waste Biomass Helps Unlock Hydrogen and Formate in Lower-Energy Electrolysis
(National Research Council of Science and Technology/Phys.Org) ... A research team has developed a high-efficiency electrochemical system that simultaneously produces hydrogen and value-added chemicals using glycerol, a low-cost, abundant byproduct of biodiesel production. The findings are published in Joule. ... The study is significant in
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Restaurant Technologies Recycled More than 390 million Lbs of UCO in 2025
(Restaurant Technologies) Industry leading kitchen automation company helped convert almost 400 million pounds of UCO to renewable diesel or biodiesel in 2025 Restaurant Technologies, Inc. (RTI) delivered almost 720 million pounds of fresh cooking oil and exceeded its own record by recycling
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BASF and Nutrien Collaborate on Expanding Farmer Access to Low-Carbon Biofuel Markets
(BASF) BASF and Nutrien Ltd. announced today (April 28, 2026) a strategic collaboration designed to make it easier for farmers to participate in low-carbon intensity biofuel programs, including those supported under the Clean Fuel Production Credit (Section 45Z). BASF and Nutrien Ltd.® announced
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Sasol Achieves First-in-Africa Crude-Oil Refinery Product Sustainability Certification
(Sasol) Sasol has reached a major milestone in South Africa’s energy and industrial transition, with Natref becoming the first refinery in Africa to achieve product sustainability certification for key fuels production pathways, alongside certified sustainable chemicals production at Secunda Operations. The
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Govt Draft Rules Add E85, E100 Fuels – Higher Ethanol Blends Under Consideration Public Comment DEADLINE approx May 26, 2026
by Nabanita Singha Roy (Rush Lane) Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH) has issued a draft notification proposing key amendments to the Central Motor Vehicles Rules (CMVR), 1989. The move aims to update fuel classifications and emission norms in line
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Renew Kansas Biofuels Association Applauds Governor Laura Kelly’s Signature on E15 Tax Credit
(Renew Kansas) Renew Kansas Biofuels Association applauds Kansas Governor Laura Kelly’s signature on Senate Bill 82, which among other things, creates income tax credits for the sale of higher ethanol blends of fuels. “We appreciate the bipartisan support from the legislature to advance
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US Imports More Used Cooking Oil from China for Biofuels
by Michael Hirtzer and Nathan Risser (Bloomberg/Transport Topics) Higher Renewable Volume Obligations, Increasing Energy Prices Caused by Iran War Drive Interest -- American imports of used cooking oil from China are set to accelerate as increased U.S. biofuel-blending requirements kick in and the Iran
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Iran War's Boost to Biofuels Lifts US Agriculture Giants' Earnings
by Karl Plume (Reuters) Analysts expect Bunge, ADM to raise 2026 profit guidance after EPA biofuel mandate; Firms benefiting as surge in soybean oil prices cushions blow from higher energy costs; Soy crush margins strong; further expansion limited by high costs, interest rates Soaring
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Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear Just Signed Legislation Creating a Tax Credit for #SAF Producers and Feedstock Providers.
by Corey Lavinsky (X) Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear just signed legislation creating a tax credit for #SAF producers and feedstock providers. The credit ranges from $0.50 to $2.50 per gallon and takes effect in 2029. https://apps.legislature.ky.gov/record/26rs/hb869.html READ MORE Related articles House Bill 869 (Kentucky
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House Republicans Switch Tacks on Ethanol in Farm Bill
by Marc Heller (E&E NewsPM) The Rules Committee blocked a farm bill amendment on summer sales of E15 — but moved to advance a separate bill on the issue Tuesday. -- House Republicans on Tuesday forged a new path to make E15
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From Brussels to DC: Will the Industry’s Big Asks Deliver a Sure Ride?
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) ... In project finance, we like to think in two numbers: cost of capital risk premium But there’s always a third number, rarely acknowledged: the uncertainty premium. That’s the price of the ocean—the storms you didn’t model, the timing
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Earth Month A-Z: Today--Bonus Puzzle Page and Fermentation Experiment
Take the lessons of Earth Month with you. A puzzle page for all ages: Download PDF READ MORE about the carbon cycle From Great Lakes Bioenergy Research Center: Fermentation in a Bag Elementary, Middle School, High School; Investigation; Stand-Alone Activity In this simple experiment, students investigate the process
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Conflicts Push India’s Biofuel, Low-Carbon Fertiliser Revolution
by Pallab Bhattacharyya/Aasha Khosa (AWAZ/The Voice) ... In this crucible, biofuels, renewable gases, green hydrogen, and low-carbon fertilisers have shifted from niche environmental tools to strategic imperatives for energy sovereignty and climate resilience. India, with its vast agricultural diversity, abundant solar and
April 28, 2026 Read Full Article
Hydrogen Internal Combustion Engines and the Case for Technology Neutral Transport Policy
by Allen Schaeffer (Engine Technology Forum) Why emerging hydrogen engine programs and a growing industrial ecosystem expose the risks of regulating drivetrains instead of emissions outcomes For much of the past decade, transport policy has been guided by a simplifying assumption: achieving
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Development of Clean Heat Standard for Maryland --- May 14, 2026 --- ONLINE
On May 14, 2026, from 3:00 to 4:00 pm, the Maryland Department of the Environment (MDE) will host a webinar about the development of a Clean Heat Standard (CHS) for Maryland. CHS is a program that guides heating fuel providers
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OPAL Fuels Signs $100 Million Master Agreement to Monetize Section 45Z Production Tax Credits
(OPAL Fuels) OPAL Fuels (Nasdaq: OPAL) announced that it has entered into a master agreement establishing a framework to monetize $100 million of Section 45Z Clean Fuel Production Tax Credits over the next several years. The first closing is anticipated to take place in
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From Overlooked Woody Biomass to the Heart of Next-Generation Batteries: Fibenol and UP Catalyst Expand Collaboration on Lignin-Based Carbon Materials
(Fibenol) Two innovative Estonian technology companies, Fibenol and UP Catalyst, are expanding their collaboration to develop lignin-derived hard carbon and high-surface-area activated carbon for energy storage applications, including sodium-ion batteries and supercapacitors. Building on joint research that began in 2022, the two
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Johnson Matthey Chosen by Liquid Sunshine for New Biomethanol Fuel Plant in China
(Johnson Matthey) JM’s methanol technology selected by Guangdong Liquid Sunshine in the Guangxi Province; The project is among the first wave of commercial projects in the wider industry designed to support early adopters decarbonising maritime fuel; This project represents the JM Catalyst Technologies’
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The Digest’s 2026 Multi-Slide Guide to SAF and the Raymond James Big Picture
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) Raymond James’s Pavel Molchanov offers a cautious outlook on aviation decarbonization, noting that Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) remains a “tiny” 1% of the biofuel market. Despite IATA’s goal for SAF to drive over half of 2050
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Strategic Revamps Can Offer a Cost-Efficient Fast Track to Renewable Fuel Production
by Ole Frej Alkilde and Lars Jørgensen (Topsoe/Biofuels Digest) Growth in renewable fuels is offering refineries and new entrant producers opportunities with significant potential. Incentivization, mandates and regulations, from the EU’s ReFuelEU Aviation regulations to the US Renewable Fuel Standard developments, are
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The Molecule Question: Hawaiʻi, the Luau, and the Rise of C1
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) ... For years, the global answer has been to climb the carbon ladder—to build back up toward familiarity. Renewable diesel. Sustainable aviation fuel. Drop-in molecules designed to preserve the structure of the system even as they
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BIOKET 2027 --- March 9 - 11, 2027 --- Strasbourg, France
SAVE THE DATE BIOKET continues its mission to accelerate the industrialization of bio-based innovations. We are pleased to announce that the next edition of BIOKET – The Bioeconomy Key Enabling Technologies Conference & Exhibition will take place in Strasbourg, France, from March 9 to 11,
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Global Biofuels Alliance Targets SAF Corridors, Advances Methanol for Marine Sector
by Samyak Pandey (S&P Global) GBA negotiates SAF corridors for standardization; Methanol emerges as near-term marine fuel solution; 2G ethanol shifts focus from road to SAF feedstock The Global Biofuels Alliance is in active negotiations with the governments across the world to establish a sustainable
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Earth Month A-Z: Today--Summary
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 journeyed through the world of renewable fuels with the alphabet as our
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The AGRI Biofuels Infrastructure Grant Program Is a Competitive Funding Opportunity for Minnesota Retail Service Stations Application DEADLINE June 2, 2026
(Minnesota Department of Agriculture) The Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA) is now accepting applications for the AGRI Biofuels Infrastructure Program, offering up to $4.7 million in matching funds to help Minnesota fuel retailers upgrade equipment to offer E15 (15% ethanol) and
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Crude Palm Oil Prices to Stay Elevated Amid Biodiesel Push, El Nino Risk
(Xinhua) Crude palm oil (CPO) prices are expected to remain supported at 4,500 ringgit (1,133 U.S. dollars) per ton in the near term, driven by expanding biodiesel demand, potential El Nino conditions and ongoing geopolitical risks affecting global energy markets, the
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B.C. Company Aims to Speed up Biogas Production
by Andrew Snook (Canadian Biomass) While the Province of B.C. has expressed desire to expand its renewable gas production capacity, one roadblock to its production has always been the time it takes to convert organic waste into biogas. However, Vancouver-based Vertogen
April 27, 2026 Read Full Article
Asia’s Next Harvest Is Already Being Decided
by Máximo Torero Cullen (U.N. Food and Agriculture Organization/Business Bhutan) Nine out of ten ships that once passed through the Strait of Hormuz are not going anywhere. The consequences are already shaping Asia’s next harvest and the one after that. The disruption
April 27, 2026 Read Full Article
Indonesia's Bobibos Biofuel in Timor Leste Hits 70% Readiness
by Mahfuzulloh Al Murtadho (Tempo English) Production readiness of the Bobibos biofuel in Timor Leste has reached 70 percent. Bobibos (an abbreviation for Bahan Bakar Original Buatan Indonesia, Bos! which means 'Original Indonesian Fuel, Boss!') is claimed to be an alternative fuel with a high octane value of
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USGBC Works to Grow US Ethanol Markets in Portugal, UK
by Susan Reidy (World-Grain.com) The US Grains & BioProducts Council (USGBC) leadership recently met with representatives in Portugal and the UK to improve US ethanol’s market presence. Stephanie Larson and USGBC ethanol sector members met with public and private representatives in Portugal
April 27, 2026 Read Full Article
Power Increase for Wärtsilä 25 Ammonia Engine Supports More Efficient Ammonia‑Fuelled Vessel Designs
(Wärtsilä) Technology group Wärtsilä announces that its 4‑stroke engine solution for ammonia fuel now offers a higher power rating. As part of the company’s ongoing development of ammonia‑fuelled engine solutions, the upgrade to the Wärtsilä 25 Ammonia engine raises output to
April 27, 2026 Read Full Article
Itau BBA Targets 10% Growth in Brazil's Agribusiness as Iran War Increases Costs and Biofuel Demand
(Reuters/World Energy News) Itau BBA's agribusiness manager Pedro Fernandes said that the Iran War will increase fuel and fertilizer prices, while also increasing 'biofuel demand. Fernandes stated that despite the tighter margins, which reduced grain producers' appetite for investment, the portfolio will
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LOTTE Fine Chemical Completes World’s First Green Ammonia Bunkering
(Bioenergy International) On April 23, 2026, at the Port of Ulsan, South Korea, LOTTE Fine Chemical completed the world's first commercial bunkering of green ammonia on an ammonia-powered vessel built by HD Hyundai Heavy Industries In South Korea, chemical major LOTTE Fine
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Save Your Used Cooking Oil: Cardinal Advincula Backs Biodiesel Push
(Politiko) Manila Archbishop Jose Cardinal Advincula has called on Filipinos to save used cooking oil as part of efforts to address energy supply and environmental problems Advincula explained in a circular that “this waste can be transformed into biodiesel, a renewable and
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18th Annual OPIS RFS, RINs & Biofuels Forum --- October 12-14, 2026 --- Chicago, IL
Navigating the Biofuels Carbon Intensity Era -- The biofuels market is emerging from last year’s period of unprecedented market and policy uncertainty into a high-velocity era of carbon intensity (CI) optimization. With the transition to the 45Z Clean Fuel Production Credit
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WBA Connect+ Online Round Table: Debunking Biogas Myths: Science, Society, and the Battle for Public Trust --- May 14, 2026 --- ONLINE
Across several countries, we are seeing a growing wave of anti-biogas activism. In places like Spain, Italy and beyond, ultra-environmentalist NGOs are lobbying policymakers to delay or cancel vital anaerobic digestion projects and in some cases, push for reduced research
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Researchers Develop Method to Make Renewable Natural Gas Directly from Waste
by Tina Hilding (Washington State University) A pilot study of a new method for treating sewage sludge from a wastewater treatment plant efficiently created renewable natural gas while reducing the cost of the treatment. The work, reported in the Chemical Engineering Journal, could help
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Is the Fuel Crisis a Catalyst for Europe’s SAF Supply? Airlines say 2030 e-SAF Targets Will Have to Be Pushed Back
by Helen Massy-Beresford (Aviation Week) Europe’s sustainable aviation fuel industry might be at a turning point. Key environmental legislation for aviation is in the spotlight against the backdrop of the Iran conflict and the related fuel crisis, which could be a
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Japan Eyes Airfare Surcharge to Help Fund Sustainable Jet Fuel
( The Jiji Press/The Nation) • Japan's transport ministry plans to create a system that adds a surcharge to airfares to fund the cost of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF). The surcharge is being considered because SAF is more than twice as expensive as
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Topsoe to Support Abundia Global Impact Group’s Innovative Plastic Waste to Fuel Projects
(Topsoe) o Energy solutions company Abundia Global Impact Group has selected Topsoe’s HydroFlex® technology for the production of renewable fuels based on plastic waste at their three planned North American facilities. o The first of the three facilities will be located
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Linde Subsidiary Launches 5MW Green Hydrogen Plant in Brazil
by Connor Jack (Gasworld) Linde subsidiary White Martins has brought a 5MW green hydrogen plant online, adjacent to an industrial gas facility in Brazil. The pressurised alkaline electrolyser facility in Jacareí, São Paulo, will supply green hydrogen for a local glass manufacturer
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Hydrogen Utopia Unit Partners with Recyclee to Convert Waste into Clean Energy and Low-Carbon Fuels
(Fuel Cells Works) Hydrogen Utopia International PLC (LSE: HUI), a pioneering company transforming non-recyclable waste plastic into hydrogen, clean fuels and advanced materials, and which holds exclusive rights to the InEnTec PEM melter system in the MENA region, is pleased to
April 27, 2026 Read Full Article
Cleaner Skies through American Leadership
by Kevin Welsh (Airlines for America/Washington Times) OPINION: For U.S. airlines, protecting the environment is a longstanding commitment, alongside our mission to provide safe, secure air travel for millions of Americans every day. For decades, America’s airlines have worked to reduce their environmental footprint
April 27, 2026 Read Full Article
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