(Agência FAPESP*) The University of São Paulo (USP) is testing the world’s first experimental station dedicated to the production of renewable hydrogen from ethanol. The project, carried out by the Research Center for Greenhouse Gas Innovation (RCGI), represents a milestone
QUOTE OF THE WEEK -- Dickon Posnett
If Europe is serious about decarbonizing transport, we should be encouraging more biofuel use, not less. -- Dickon Posnett, President, European Biodiesel Board READ MORE
US EPA to Rule on Backlog of Small Refinery Biofuel Exemption Requests, Zeldin Says
by Stephanie Kelly and Jarrett Renshaw (Reuters) About 161 applications await decisions; Action will affect market for renewable fuel credits; Big Oil, Farm Belt anticipate 2026 biofuel blending requirements
The Trump administration plans to rule quickly on dozens of small U.S. refineries' pending applications for exemptions from biofuel-blending requirements, the head of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency told lawmakers on Thursday.
There are 161 applications for exemptions from the U.S. Renewable Fuel Standard pending after the Biden administration refrained from acting on them. The EPA's decision will have significant implications for the multi-billion-dollar credit market that underpins the biofuel program.
"None of these were getting approved at all in the last administration," EPA administrator Lee Zeldin said in a congressional hearing. "We want to get caught up as quickly as we can."
The Renewable Fuel Standard requires refiners to blend biofuels like corn-based ethanol into the nation's fuel supply or buy renewable fuel credits, known as RINs, from those who do. But small refiners can petition the EPA to receive an exemption if they can show financial hardship.
In the first Trump administration, the EPA significantly increased the number of exemptions approved, driving down the price of the renewable fuel credits and angering the Farm Belt, which said the exemptions hurt a program that drove investment in the Midwest.
The Biden administration was critical of the exemptions and essentially let the applications linger without any decisions, resulting in the buildup.
Zeldin's comments came as the EPA sent a proposed rule to the White House for review on the amount of biofuels oil refiners must blend into their fuel beginning in 2026.
It will be one of the first opportunities for the Republican president to show his stance on biofuels policy, which historically has pitted Big Oil and the Farm Belt against each other.
That dynamic shifted recently as a coalition of oil and biofuel groups recommended the EPA, which administers the volumes, propose federal mandates for biomass-based diesel blending for 2026 at 5.25 billion gallons, Reuters previously reported.
That would be a significant increase.
Soybean oil futures on the Chicago Board of Trade fell over 5% on Thursday on rumors the EPA's proposed rule would set biomass-based diesel blending for 2026 at 4.65 billion gallons. Reuters could not confirm that figure.
The EPA was expected to propose a biofuels rule that covers both 2026 and 2027, Reuters previously reported.
The EPA's previous rulemaking on renewable biofuels volume obligations finalized total federal volumes at 20.94 billion gallons in 2023, 21.54 billion gallons in 2024 and 22.33 billion gallons in 2025. READ MORE
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- EPA: 8 new SRE petitions filed, 169 SRE petitions now pending (Ethanol Producer Magazine)
- EPA Nears Release Of RFS Volumes Proposal, Cellulosic Target Reduction (Inside EPA)
Excerpt from Ethanol Producer Magazine: The U.S. EPA on May 15 published data that shows eight new small refinery exemption (SRE) petitions have been filed under the Renewable Fuel Standard in the past month. According to the agency, 169 SRE petitions are now pending.
The eight newly filed SRE petitions include three petitions filed by HF Sinclair Wood Cross Refining seeking waivers of the 2021, 2022 and 2023 RFS renewable volume obligations (RVOs) for its facility in Wood Cross, Utah; two petitions filed by Alon USA seeking waivers of the 2023 and 2024 RVOs for its facility in Big Spring, Texas; one SRE petition filed by Alon Refning Krotz Springs seeking a waiver of the 2024 RVOs for its facility in Krotz Springs, Louisiana; and two SRE petitions filed by Dalek Refining seeking a waiver of the 2023 and 2024 RVOs for its facility in Tyler, Texas.
The 169 currently pending SRE petitions include two for compliance year 2016; one for compliance year 2017; 38 for compliance year 2018; 27 for compliance year 2019; 28 for compliance year 2020; 18 for compliance year 2021; 14 for compliance year 2022; 16 for compliance year 2023; 19 for compliance year 2024; and six for compliance year 2025.
The EPA took no action to approve or deny any SRE petitions during the past month.
The EPA’s online SRE data dashboard also includes data on small refineries that have opted into the agency’s alternative renewable identification number (RIN) retirement schedule for the 2020 compliance year. According to the EPA’s online data dashboard, 17 small refineries are participating in the alternative RIN retirement schedule, with the total RVO those refineries at 880 million RINs. A total of 540 million RINs have been retired under the alternative retirement schedule as of May 15. The total outstanding RVO is currently at 340 million RINs, according to EPA’s data dashboard. READ MORE
Excerpt from Inside EPA: EPA is nearing release of its long-delayed proposal setting biofuel blending targets under the renewable fuel standard (RFS) for 2026 and beyond, sending its draft plan for White House review alongside a final rule to reduce the RFS requirement for cellulosic biofuel for 2024 in line with a refining sector request. The White House Office of Management and Budget (OMB) began reviewing the RFS “Set 2” proposal May 14, alongside a draft final rule to partially waive the cellulosic biofuel... READ MORE
US EPA Sends Biofuel-Blending Volume Proposal to White House for Review
by Stephanie Kelly (Reuters) The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has sent a proposed rule to the White House for review on the amount of biofuels that oil refiners must blend into their fuel beginning in 2026. Under the Renewable Fuel Standard, oil refiners must blend billions of gallons of biofuels into their fuel or buy tradable credits from those that do. READ MORE
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- Zeldin provides timeline for upcoming RFS rulemaking (Ethanol Producer Magazine)
- Clean Fuels Applauds Bipartisan Congressional Letter Supporting Robust 2026 RFS Volumes (Clean Fuels Alliance America)
- EPA Sends 2026 RVO Proposal and 2024 Cellulosic Waiver to OMB (AgWeb)
Excerpt from Ethanol Producer Magazine: U.S. EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin on May 14 confirmed the agency will “over the next few months” be completing a rulemaking process to set new Renewable Fuel Standard renewable volume obligations (RVOs).
Zeldin commented on the EPA’s RFS rulemaking plans during a hearing held by the Senate Committee on Appropriation’s Subcommittee on Interior, Environment and Related Agencies to review President Donald Trump’s fiscal year (FY) 2026 budget request for the EPA.
During the hearing, Sen. Deb Fischer, R-Neb., criticized the previous administration for missing RFS regulatory deadlines and setting RVOs for biobased-diesel too low. She asked Zeldin for an update on the EPA’s expected timeline for its next RFS RVO rulemaking.
Zeldin said the agency is “going to be going through the rulemaking process now over the next few months.” He also indicated the EPA plans to meet future statutory RFS rulemaking deadlines.
“Over the course of the next few months there is going to be an opportunity for the public to weigh in during a public comment period before a final decision is made,” he added, noting that many parties are already advocating for increased RVO levels.
Fisher also discussed the issue of E15, asking Zeldin if congressional action is the best solution to ensure the ability to sell E15 year-round. “That is the most durable and easiest solution to this issue,” Zeldin responded.
A full replay of the hearing is available on the Senate Committee on Appropriations website. READ MORE
Excerpt from Clean Fuels Alliance America: Today, Clean Fuels Alliance America thanked 28 House Members who sent a letter to President Donald Trump, encouraging the administration to adopt a timely, robust Renewable Fuel Standard rule for 2026 and beyond. The bipartisan letter was led by Reps. Ashley Hinson (R-IA) and Angie Craig (D-MN).
“A strong Set 2 will benefit our constituents by lowering prices at the pump, creating and maintaining U.S. biomanufacturing jobs, and driving economic growth,” the letter states. “A strong RVO will also support market growth for farmers at a time when global markets are experiencing uncertainty. The domestic biofuels industry stands ready to increase availability of affordable fuels options and support the administration’s goal of American energy dominance.”
The letter specifically supports a 2026 Biomass-based Diesel volume of 5.25 billion gallons and increasing volumes for future years, consistent with unified requests by Clean Fuels, other industry partners, and RFS stakeholders. It further asks the President to reject abuse of small refinery exemptions to protect demand for U.S. crops in the biofuel market, which is essential for farmers.
The letter continues, “Set the biomass-based diesel RVO at 5.25 billion gallons in 2026 and at increasing levels in future years (with an equivalent increase in total volumes), reflecting the rapid growth of renewable diesel and soybean processing capacity.”
Kurt Kovarik, Clean Fuels’ Vice President of Federal Affairs, added, “Biodiesel and renewable diesel production is an essential market for American farmers. Clean Fuels and its members thank Representatives Ashley Hinson and Angie Craig for leading this bipartisan effort. And we appreciate EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin’s commitment to getting the Renewable Fuel Standard rules back on schedule.
“RFS stakeholders are unified in asking EPA to set the 2026 RFS Biomass-based Diesel volume at 5.25 billion gallons, with appropriate growth for 2027 and beyond. That volume will support American agriculture and benefit U.S. consumers with lower fuel prices, more jobs, and increased economic growth.”
Letter on RFS Volumes to President Trump from 28 Representatives.
ABOUT CLEAN FUELS ALLIANCE AMERICA
Made from an increasingly diverse mix of resources such as recycled cooking oil, soybean oil, and animal fats, the clean fuels industry is a proven, integral part of America’s clean energy future. Clean Fuels Alliance America is the U.S. trade association representing the entire biodiesel, renewable diesel and sustainable aviation fuel supply chain, including producers, feedstock suppliers and fuel distributors. Clean Fuels receives funding from a broad mix of private companies and associations, including the United Soybean Board and state checkoff organizations. READ MORE
Excerpt from AgWeb: EPA submitted two major biofuel-related actions to the White House Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for review: its proposed rule for Renewable Volume Obligations (RVOs) for 2026 and beyond under the Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS), along with its final rule to partially waive the 2024 cellulosic biofuel mandate.
The conjecture (not confirmed by EPA or other sources) is that EPA would announce a biodiesel mandate of 4.65 billion gallons, at least 600 million gallons below recommendations from a coalition of oil and biofuels groups. The industry has previously requested a mandate between 5.25 billion and 5.75 billion gallons.
Perspective: 4.65 billion gallons would be a BIG jump from 3.35 billion gallons for 2025 and would be a floor... not a ceiling.
While the forward-looking RVOs draw long-term interest, the agency’s final decision regarding 2024 cellulosic requirements is also awaited. In a proposal issued December 2024, EPA suggested reducing the 2024 cellulosic biofuel volume requirement from 1.09 billion Renewable Identification Numbers (RINs) to 0.88 billion — a cut of 0.21 billion RINs. This partial waiver remained pending even after EPA extended the 2024 compliance reporting period earlier this year.
Meanwhile, The Trump administration plans to rule quickly on dozens of small U.S. refineries’ pending applications for exemptions from biofuel-blending requirements, EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin told lawmakers.
There are 161 applications for exemptions from the RFS pending after the Biden administration refrained from acting on them. READ MORE
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HYNOCA® recognized as EU-funded REFORMERS’ Renewable Energy Valley Project in Netherlands Awarded World Hydrogen 2025 Prize, Clean Project Category
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Webinar: Zooming into the US Feedstock Market and Futures Contracts --- May 21, 2025 --- ONLINE
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Texas Company Charged with Aiding and Abetting Fraudulent Transactions Related to False Ethanol Sales
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The Digest’s 2025 Multi-Slide Guide to Axens
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Washington Governor Signs Bill to Update the State’s Clean Fuel Standard
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How to Enter the ASU-Science Prize for Transformational Impact DEADLINE August 15, 2025
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Delta Air Lines Supports Michigan SAF Legislation
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From Carbon to Commerce: What Canada's Federal Election Means for Ethanol
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Team M3 (Maintenance Manager) Meeting --- August 5-6, 2025 --- South Sioux City, NE
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Request for Nominations of Candidates to the EPA Science Advisory Board DEADLINE June 2, 2025
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Ag Biotech Graduate Academy --- June 23-24, 2025 --- Delaware, OH
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United States Biodiesel Market Research Report 2025-2033: EPA and DOE Push Biodiesel and SAF as Key Drivers in America's Clean Energy Future
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Japan to Introduce Car Fuel with Up to 10% Biofuels from Fiscal 2028; Limited Rollout Expected at Areas with Refineries
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QUOTE OF THE WEEK -- Dickon Posnett
If Europe is serious about decarbonizing transport, we should be encouraging more biofuel use, not less. -- Dickon Posnett, President, European Biodiesel Board READ MORE
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“Stop the Sequel” to the Leaded Gasoline Health Nightmare: Virtual Symposium --- May 20, 2025 --- ONLINE
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Norden to Grow MPP Fleet with Two More Fuel-Efficient, Biofuel-Capable Ships
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The Digest’s 2025 Multi-Slide Guide to Enabling Economical and Scalable Sustainable Fuels
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It’s Badger State Ethanol Stadium at MHS
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Veterans for Renewable Fuels Spotlight: Brent Hoops, U.S. Army Veteran | Commodities Director, Chief Ethanol
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Ethanol Blog -- California Cliff: Gasoline Crunch Could Open Doors Wider to E85 as More Refineries Close
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Government Raises CPO Export Levy to Boost Downstream Industry
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Brazil Sugar Mills Are Considering Switching to Ethanol
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Uzbekistan Set to Launch Central Asia's First Waste-to-Biofuel Plant
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Judge Blocks Energy Department Limits on Universities' Indirect Costs
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OPAL Fuels Announces Joint Venture for North Carolina Renewable Natural Gas Production Facility
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Swedish-Produced Biomethane Bunkered at the Port of Gothenburg
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The Digest’s 2025 Multi-Slide Guide to Upgrading Lower Alcohols to Higher Alcohols & SAF
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) Terra Mater BV presented on their technology to catalytically convert lower carbon alcohols into higher carbon alcohols for Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF). Key takeaways included the potential of their TM-ATJ-SPK fuel blend to improve properties like
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Topsoe’s Advanced SAF Technology Chosen by Zhongneng Yida in China
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The Bioenergy Two-Step: Learning from the Petroleum Playbook
by Jim Spaeth (Biofuels Digest) ... Call it the Bioenergy Two-Step. Step one: convert locally available biomass into a flexible intermediate—something like syngas, pyrolysis oil, or even ethanol. Step two: move that intermediate to a larger-scale facility—a dedicated biorefinery, or even a co-processing
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India Examining US Request to Abolish Curbs on Ethanol Imports
by Pratik Parija, Rakesh Sharma and Shruti Srivastava (Bloomberg/Economic Times) India is reviewing a U.S. request to lift restrictions on ethanol imports as part of broader trade negotiations aimed at avoiding U.S. tariffs. Currently, India allows ethanol imports only for non-fuel use to
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Lack of Sustainable Aviation Fuel May Increase Airfares
by Harrison Minihane (Travel Radar) The World Travel and Tourism Council (WTTC) warned on May 15 that a shortage of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) could increase airfares and restrict travel options. ... China however requires airlines to be using a 15% SAF blend by
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Digest Connect: Velocys and GIC Group
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GOP Plan Would Let Oil, Carbon Pipelines Use Eminent Domain
by Mike Soraghan (Politico Pro Energywire) The proposal could help pipeline projects stalled by states but upset rural constituents who fought a major carbon dioxide project in the Midwest. -- A House Republican proposal to extend federal eminent domain power to developers of
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US EPA to Rule on Backlog of Small Refinery Biofuel Exemption Requests, Zeldin Says
by Stephanie Kelly and Jarrett Renshaw (Reuters) About 161 applications await decisions; Action will affect market for renewable fuel credits; Big Oil, Farm Belt anticipate 2026 biofuel blending requirements The Trump administration plans to rule quickly on dozens of small U.S. refineries' pending applications
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Claiming the 45Z Tax Credit
by Danielle Anderson & Kari Buttenhoff (Ethanol Producer Magazine) The 45Z Clean Fuel Production Tax Credit presents renewable fuel producers with a valuable opportunity to capitalize on their low-carbon fuel production while incentivizing further reductions in carbon intensity (CI). Recent guidance issued
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Engineering Excellence: Katzen
by Katie Schroeder (Ethanol Producer Magazine) Seventy years after its founding by Raphael Katzen, the company that bears his name remains committed to his core tenets: integrity, objectivity and excellence. ... Katzen began his career developing processes for paper pulp production and acid
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Gevo Shifts Focus for ATJ Project to North Dakota
by Erin Voegele (Ethanol Producer Magazine) Gevo Inc. CEO Patrick Gruber discussed plans for a proposed 30 MMgy alcohol-to-jet (ATJ) project in North Dakota during the company’s first quarter earnings call, held May 13. The company has not disclosed a timeline
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Fermentation Forward: To Bring Any New Commercial Yeast, Enzyme or Additive Product to the Ethanol Industry, IFF Completes Years of Research
by Luke Geiver (Ethanol Producer Magazine) ... The size of the actual yeast strains used in any given plant may be micrometers small, but the amount of time and resources that go into proving out and producing strains capable of helping
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States Support Low-Carbon Futures
by Susanne Retka Schill (Ethanol Producer Magazine) ... (Terry) Wanzek also serves in the state legislature. So, when approached by the state’s ethanol association to sponsor legislation, he needed little convincing. “We grow a lot of corn and you can draw lines
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CALL for ABSTRACTS 2025 Algae Biomass Summit --- October 19-21, 2025 --- Tempe, AZ DEADLINE May23, 2025
The Algae Biomass Organization is now accepting abstracts for speaking and poster opportunities for the 2025 Algae Biomass Summit, to be held on the Arizona State University campus in Tempe, Arizona, October 19-21st. See press release here. The priority deadline is May 23rd. Abstracts submitted
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Fuel Wars: 2019 Dodge Challenger Scat Pack 6.4L | eFlexFuel E85 vs. Gas Dynos: Which Wins?
E85 Vs. Premium Gasoline: eFlexFuel Equipped 2019 Dodge Challenger 6.4L -- It’s one thing to talk about performance gains but it’s another thing to perform testing and prove them. Critics say there are no gains to be had from E85 in naturally
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2025 ABO Webinar Series: Less Energy More Greene: Using Algae to Treat Wastewater --- June 19, 2025 --- ONLINE
Gross-Wen Technologies (GWT, algae.com) employs its patented Revolving Algal Biofilm (RAB) system to recover nitrogen and phosphorus from municipal and industrial wastewater sustainably. By cultivating algae on biofilms, the RAB system enables efficient nutrient recovery. GWT then processes the algae into
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Boost for British Green Aviation Fuel Production to Support Jobs and Lift off Emerging Industry
(U.K. Department for Transport and Mike Kane MP) New sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) measures will support aviation expansion and meet decarbonisation goals. new laws introduced today (May 14, 2025) will increase homegrown sustainable aviation fuel, positioning the UK as a world leading destination for the
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Carbon Assessors Launches Price Index for Canada's Clean Fuels Market
(Carbon Assessors/Cision) Carbon Assessors, a leading provider of independent carbon market intelligence, has announced the launch of a price index for Clean Fuel Regulations (CFR) credits—adding to it's well-established Alberta TIER Index. This new index brings unprecedented transparency and reliability to
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Australia's Largest Import of Sustainabil Aviation Fuel Lands in Sydney
(Qantas) Qantas, Sydney Airport and Ampol, supported by Qantas’ SAF Coalition partners, have today marked the largest ever commercial importation of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) into Australia, with nearly two million litres of unblended SAF arriving this week. Sustainable Aviation Fuel
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Sinobunker Sets New Record for Largest Biofuel Bunkering Operation in China
(Manifold Times) Company successfully delivered 4,200 mt of B24 bio bunker fuel to “KIRSTEN MAERSK” at Ningbo Beilun Third Container Terminal, also marking its first biofuel refuelling operation in East China. -- China Shipping & Sinopec Suppliers Co Ltd (SinoBunker) recently said
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The Digest’s 2025 Multi-Slide Guide to Connecting Industry & Building Consensus
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) Sam Lehr from Molecule Group discussed connecting the Bio-based, Synthetic, and Hydrogen-based Fuels, Chemicals and Materials industries. Key takeaways include engaging in global dialogues and policy advocacy, representing industry to bodies like COP30, G7, and G20.
May 15, 2025 Read Full Article
Completion of the First e-Fuel Plant Module!
(INERATEC) The first module of our e-Fuel pioneer plant was picked up from the INERATEC headquarters in Karlsruhe after a successful FAT (Factory Acceptance Test). It was then transported to its destination in the Industrial Park Frankfurt Höchst, where it is
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[Presidential Election D-20] Lee Jae-myung “Preempting the Future Ship Market… Establishing a Foundation for Sustainable Growth in the Shipbuilding Industry”
by Choi Ki-chang (Electronic Newspaper Internet (Google Translation)) Lee Jae-myung, the Democratic Party candidate, has defined the shipbuilding industry as a future growth engine and emphasized that he will introduce various policies to promote related industries. On the 14th, the candidate said, “As
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Maersk Struggles with Methanol Ship Engine Problems, Bunkering Non-Standardization
(Ocean Press) "Engine maintenance takes too much effort" -- Maersk is struggling with engine problems and bunkering non-standards on its methanol-powered container ships. “We are experiencing ongoing issues with our methanol dual-fuel propulsion engines on container ships, and as a result, we are
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Methanol-Fueled Offshore Wind Farm Crew Transport Vessel (CTV) Completed: The World's First Car to Use Only Bio-methanol Fuel, Contributing to Decarbonization
(NYK) The Transporter, a methanol-fueled crew transfer vessel (CTV) owned and operated by Northern Offshore Services (NOS), a subsidiary of Northern Offshore Group (NOG), an offshore wind power generation-related business of the NYK Group, has recently been delivered. The vessel is
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North Dakota Judges Decline to Dismiss Lawsuits against Summit Carbon Pipeline
by Jeff Beach (North Dakota Monitor/Des Moines Register) - Two North Dakota judges ruled against Iowa-based Summit Carbon Solutions, allowing lawsuits by landowners to proceed. - North Dakota landowners are challenging Summit's carbon capture pipeline project over safety concerns and the
May 15, 2025 Read Full Article
Advanced Clean Transportation Expo --- May 4-7, 2026 --- Las Vegas, NV
Fleet-Focused Educational Conference: Gain in-depth insight into the trends, technologies, and policies transforming commercial transportation. Fleets attend to: Hear advanced commercial vehicle case studies from early adopter fleets Learn how to take advantage of vehicle and infrastructure funding opportunities Stay ahead of the rapidly
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US EPA Sends Biofuel-Blending Volume Proposal to White House for Review
by Stephanie Kelly (Reuters) The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has sent a proposed rule to the White House for review on the amount of biofuels that oil refiners must blend into their fuel beginning in 2026. Under the Renewable Fuel Standard, oil
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Colorado Company Powers Secondhand Sales for Lululemon, The North Face and Patagonia
by Elsa Wenzel (Trellis) Tersus’s innovative liquid CO₂ cleaning technology preserves garments while minimizing waste and microfiber shedding. The process uses carbon captured at a nearby ethanol plant and shipped to the cleaning facility. READ MORE -- Tersus Solutions is positioning itself
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Ardagh Glass Packaging Successfully Trials Lower-Carbon Biofuel at UK Facility
(Ardagh Group) Ardagh Glass Packaging-Europe (AGP-Europe), an operating business of Ardagh Group, has successfully completed an industrial fuel switching trial to produce glass packaging using biofuel in the furnace at its Knottingley, UK facility. The £6 million industrial fuel switching trial, funded by
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Marubeni and ExxonMobil’s Low-Carbon Ammonia Deal Marks Major Step in Unleashing New Energy Supply
(Marubeni) ExxonMobil will supply approximately 250,000 tonnes of low-carbon ammonia annually on a long-term basis to Marubeni; The deal will drive new energy supply, support jobs, and strengthen U.S. and Japanese industrial cooperation [Spring, Texas, U.S., and Tokyo, Japan] — Marubeni Corporation (Marubeni)
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Nufarm and ChrysaLabs Partner to Address Barriers in Carbon Innovation Measurement for Sustainable Aviation Fuel Production
(Nufarm/Globe Newswire) Nufarm is excited to announce its collaboration with ChrysaLabs, a leader in soil data, insights, and carbon measurement, to support the quantification of soil carbon sequestration benefits associated with Nufarm’s expansion of its Carinata production in South America. Carinata
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The Digest’s 2025 Multi-Slide Guide to Reinvigorating Forest Economies through Biofuel Production
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) Daniel S. LeFevers of SunGas Renewables highlighted their S1000 technology for advanced biofuels production. Key takeaways included utilizing abundant, sustainably managed forest and sawmill residues as feedstock. This approach, combined with carbon capture and storage, offers
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Sustainable Aviation Buyers Alliance Launches Advanced, Next-Generation SAF Procurement DEADLINE August 29, 2025
(Sustainable Aviation Buyers Alliance) SABA's third RFP seeks to leverage corporate demand to help move a next-generation SAF facility to final investment decision. -- Today (May 6, 2025), the Sustainable Aviation Buyers Alliance (SABA) released a request for proposal (RFP) to increase
May 14, 2025 Read Full Article
UPC and Vueling Research New Sustainable Fuels for Aviation Engines
by Juan Pedro Tomas (Biofuels Digest) In Spain, La Vanguardia reported that the Polytechnic University of Catalonia (UPC) and Vueling are investigating the application and potential effects on current aircraft engines of new sustainable fuels, produced synthetically with slurry or other elements,
May 14, 2025 Read Full Article
RealAg Radio: A New Ag Minister, Biofuels, and Where Your Stuff Goes
(RealAgriculture) Thanks for tuning in to this Tuesday edition of RealAg Radio. Host Shaun Haney is joined by: Erin Gowriluk with the Canada Grains Council on a letter written to Prime Minster Carney; Derryn Shrosbree with 33seven Continuity Planning on part 4
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Airbus Sees Region as Biofuel for Aircraft Hub
(Bangkok Post) Thailand to account for 5m tonnes a year -- Airbus is banking on Southeast Asia becoming the world's top producer of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF), while the Civil Aviation Authority of Thailand (CAAT) plans to mandate 1% SAF usage for
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Mainland China’s Strategic Transition: Reducing UCO Exports and Expanding SAF in the Global Biofuel Market
(BMI) Mainland China’s Used Cooking Oil (UCO) exports are projected to decline by 2025 due to reduced US demand and a shift towards Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) production. Key View We anticipate that Mainland China’s exports of Used Cooking Oil (UCO) will
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Following the Carbon: A New Lens on the Carbon Dioxide Removal Ecosystem
by Rudy Kahsar, Annina Sartor (Rocky Mountain Institute (RMI)) Carbon dioxide removal taxonomies abound, but by mapping the journey of a carbon atom we can find hidden links and opportunities. ... Taxonomies are useful for seeing similarities and differences across approaches, but by
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From Emissions to Solutions: CO2-Based Graphite, Plastics, and Methanol Win Big at “Best CO2 Utilisation 2025” Innovation Award
(nova-Institute) UP Catalyst, Far Eastern New Century Corporation, and Oxylus Energy were recognised at the “Best CO2 Utilisation 2025” Innovation Award for transforming carbon emissions into high-performance battery materials, sustainable plastics for footwear and textiles, and methanol fuel, marking major strides toward
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Ethanol Report on Angler Education: RFA Teams Promoting Ethanol at Big Crappie Challenge
(Ethanol Report) This weekend, crappie anglers from around the country will be on the Lake of the Ozarks for a chance to win $50,000 in the Big Crappie Challenge. The Renewable Fuels Association is in on the competition with three RFA-sponsored teams making sure the
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A New Twist on Existing Tech
by Luke Geiver (Ethanol Producer Magazine) Nataqua is a startup company that aims to help ethanol producers profit from carbon dioxide emissions by producing more ethanol on site. ... The company isn’t yet ready to offer its unique carbon dioxide-to-ethanol reactor to producers,
May 14, 2025 Read Full Article
Low Carbon Fuels for Airports in the DMV (District of Columbia, Maryland and Virginia) --- June 3, 2025 --- Washington, DC
Join the discussion aimed at crafting a shared vision of transitioning airlines to the use of SAF (Sustainable Aviation Fuels). Most of aviation's fuel pollutes our atmosphere while impacting the health of nearby residents. Join the leaders of the Greater
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‘Every Molecule Matters’: Corn Kernel Fiber (CKF)
by Lisa Gibson (Ethanol Producer Magazine) The steps are simple, with low capital and strong ROI: Engage with the appropriate analytics labs to help calculate in-situ cellulosic ethanol production from corn kernel fiber; register those gallons with the appropriate markets; and
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Remembering Dave Loos, Ethanol and Right Choices
by Lindsay Croke (Farm Progress/Prairie Farmer) Commentary: Dave Loos’ longtime co-worker, Lindsay Croke, reflects on what Dave brought to farmers, the biofuels world and to every person around him. -- David E. Loos died unexpectedly on April 13. He worked at IL
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Finding a Path Forward for Sustainable Aviation Fuel
(MId-West Farm Report Madison) Geoff Cooper is the CEO of the Renewable Fuels Association. He says he wants to see support for flex-fuel vehicles and a clear path forward on tax credits for Sustainable Aviation Fuel production. He says airplanes are
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SIA Group Buys Sustainable Fuel from Neste, World Energy
(Singapore Business Review) The transactions are projected to reduce more than 9,500 tonnes of carbon emissions. -- The Singapore Airlines (SIA) Group has signed new agreements with renewable fuel producers Neste and World Energy to reduce carbon emissions through the use of
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Pilot Confirms Strength of Optimised FAME Blend
(FincoEnergies) The pressure on the inland shipping sector is growing. With stricter regulations such as ETS2 and RED III, there's no time to lose. Together with Argent Energy and sector partners, FincoEnergies is demonstrating that sustainable shipping is possible today — not just with HVO but
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Future Energy Global Signs MOU for Multi-Year SAF Scope 1 and Scope 3 Offtake Agreement
(Future Energy Global) Future Energy Global (FEG) and Montana Renewables, LLC (MRL) have agreed framework terms for a multi-year offtake agreement for the environmental attributes of 15 million gallons of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF), with deliveries planned to begin later in
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European Commission Gives Positive Technical Assessment for ISCC EU under RED III
(International Sustainability and Carbon Certification) ... End of April, the European Commission (EC) has given a positive technical assessment for our updated ISCC EU System Documents. The revisions were made to reflect the legal requirements of Directive (EU) 2023/2413, commonly referred
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Benecor Joins Michigan Advanced Biofuels Coalition to Advance Retail Biodiesel Blends
(Michigan Farm News) The Michigan Advanced Biofuels Coalition (MiABC) announces Benecor has joined the coalition as a new stakeholder, supporting the organization’s mission to accelerate adoption of biofuels for cleaner air and more sustainable transportation and shipping. Based in Fenton, Michigan, Benecor is a leading supplier
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Air to Jet Fuel: United Announces Investment in Power-to-Liquid Fuels Company Twelve
(United Airlines/PRN Newswire) Twelve's technology is an industrial alternative to photosynthesis to transform carbon and water into inputs for sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) – company recently entered into one of the largest SAF contracts with large European airline group for 260
May 14, 2025 Read Full Article
Industrial Decarbonisation: The Road to a Cleaner Future
by Andrew King (Process and Control Today) ... Green Hydrogen: The Key to Hard-to-Decarbonise Sectors But what about industries that need extreme heat for example, cement, steel, and chemicals? That’s where green hydrogen comes in. Think of it as the clean-burning fuel
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From Waste to Worksite: The Role of Advanced Biofuels in Decarbonizing Construction and Transport
by Jane Marsh (Renewable Energy Magazine) Construction and transportation pose a difficult challenge for decarbonization efforts. In addition to being responsible for a considerable portion of overall emissions, equipment in these sectors is not easy to electrify from a logistical standpoint.
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Slovak Biofuel Company Expands from Regional to Global Player
(The Slovak Spectator) Investments in India, Brazil announced. Just 18 years ago, the Slovak company Envien Group began producing bioethanol. Over the years, it expanded into Czechia, Hungary, Poland, Switzerland, and Croatia—becoming a key player in the Central European biofuel market. Now,
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Urging EPA to Lessen the Burdens Facing Biofuels
(Farm Service Radio) Michigan is home to four ethanol plants and two biodiesel facilities, which purchase and use a lot of corn and soybeans produced by Michigan’s farmers. However, you may not know that our federal government has placed a limit on
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San Juan County, Utah Issued BDO Zone ‘BB’ Rating for Woody Biomass
(Biofuel Development Opportunity Zone Initiative) ‘BB’ Rating Establishes Foundation for Future Forest Biomass Development -- San Juan County, Ecostrat and the BDO Zone Initiative are pleased to announce the issue of a BDO Zone ‘BB’ Rating for San Juan County, Utah, marking a key step toward
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CALL FOR PANELS Smart Cities Connect Fall Conference & Expo --- November 19-21, 2025 --- National Harbor, MD DEADLINE July 1, 2025
Smart Cities Connect Conference and Expo unites city leaders and solution providers to tackle urgent urban challenges—from sustainability and mobility to cybersecurity and data governance. This fall, we’re seeking forward-thinking panel submissions that offer real solutions and inspire collaboration. Taking place
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Add to Ethanol’s To Do List
by Doug Durante (Clean Fuels Development Coalition/Governors' Biofuels Coalition) For many of us, to stay on top of things we need to write them down as reminders in what I call a “To-Do” list. The ethanol industry has, or should have
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The Future of Everything --- May 28-29, 2025 --- New York, NY
The Future of Everything is The Wall Street Journal's premier live event, bringing together the biggest newsmakers across every vertical the Journal covers—from business, tech and economics to sports, streaming and style—to explore bold ideas and offer unique insights. The
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Alto Ingredients Reports Improved Q1 Financial Performance
by Erin Voegele (Ethanol Producer Magazine) Alto Ingredients Inc. released first quarter financial results on May 7, reporting improved gross margin and adjusted EBITDA on increased operational uptime, optimization initiatives and increased sales of ISCC-certified fuels. During an earnings call, Alto Ingredients
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The Andersons Reports Strong Q1 for Ethanol Operations
by Erin Voegele (Ethanol Producer Magazine) The Andersons Inc. on May 7 released first quarter financial results, reporting a strong three-month period for its renewables business segment on efficient operations, higher yields and favorable ethanol margins. The company’s renewables segment reported pretax
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ADM Reports Improved Q1 Margins for Ethanol
by Erin Voegele (Ethanol Producer Magazine) Archer Daniels Midland Co. on May 6 reported improved first quarter earnings for its ethanol segment on higher production volumes and improved margins. Margins were slightly negative but are expected to improve during the second
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Webinar: Americas Marine Fuels Market Update
(Argus Media) Join Argus editor Stefka Wechsler as she examines the latest trends in the Americas bunker market, with a focus on tariffs, sanctions and greenhouse gas regulations. Webinar highlights: Trump-era policies reshaping the US bunker market: Tariffs on Mexican oil imports Easing of sanctions
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American Power Group Reports 25 Million Cumulative Run Hour Milestone For Its Dual Fuel Stationary/Off-Road Primary Power and Critical Care Emergency Back-Up Power Applications
(American Power Group/Access Newswire) American Power Group Corporation ("APG") (OTC Pink:APGI) the leading U.S. based dual fuel diesel engine conversion technology company today announced the company's stationary/off-road dual fuel installation base has reached an estimated 25 million cumulative run hour milestone. APG's
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Cowboy Clean Fuels and Mercuria Announce Landmark Offtake Agreement for Carbon-Negative Renewable Natural Gas
(Cowboy Clean Fuels/PR Newswire) Cowboy Clean Fuels (CCF), a Wyoming-based climate tech and energy transition company, today announced a groundbreaking offtake agreement with Mercuria, one of the world's leading independent energy and commodity trading groups. This partnership marks the first commercial agreement
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MHP Exported the First Ukrainian Batch of Liquefied Biomethane Bio-LNG to the European Union
(MHP (Google translation)) MHP, an international company in the field of food and agrotechnology, launched commercial production of liquefied biomethane ( Bio -LNG) and made the first delivery of Ukrainian Bio -LNG to a partner in the European Union . MHP produces Bio-LNG entirely from poultry
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Trump Administration Accused of Declaring 'Fake' Emergency by 15 States
by Sophie Clark (Newsweek) A coalition of attorneys general across 15 states is suing the Trump administration over declaring a "national emergency" on the first day of Donald Trump's presidency. On January 20, President Trump declared a "national energy emergency" via executive order, over
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The Digest’s 2025 Multi-Slide Guide to Feedstocks and the Future of the Bioeconomy
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) Alexander A. Koukoulas, Ph.D. from AFRY emphasized key factors for a successful bioeconomy, including feedstocks, technology, market knowledge/off-takes, and policy support. Strong market knowledge and off-take agreements are crucial for project bankability. The rapid expansion of
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10 Top Takeaways for Renewable Chemicals and Biomaterials in 2025
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) The spring conference season is starting to draw to a close, what are the takeaways from the major presentations of the season? Here are our top 10 Takeaways for renewable chemicals and biomaterials project development and product
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5 questions for Joe Nation, Newest Adviser to California’s Cap-and-Trade Program
by Debra Kahn (Politico) Joe Nation is the newest adviser to California’s cap-and-trade program — but he’s in familiar territory. Nation, a public policy professor at Stanford whom Gov. Gavin Newsom named to the state’s Independent Emissions Market Advisory Committee last month, helped enact AB 32 —
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Ways and Means Releases "The One, Big, Beautiful" Tax Package
(Kutak Rock) On May 12, the House Ways and Means Committee released a complete copy of its draft tax reform legislation. You can find it here. The Ways and Means Committee will hold a “mark-up” session on May 13, at 2:30 p.m.
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Carbon Project Developers Warn of a Supply Shortage of CORSIA Eligible Credits
by Christopher Surgenor (GreenAir) The Project Developer Forum (PD Forum), a body representing developers of greenhouse gas emissions reductions and removal projects in the international markets, with members looking to sell carbon credits to airlines under ICAO’s CORSIA carbon offsetting scheme,
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RAeS Study Shows Public Concern about Aviation Emissions, but Unwillingness to Pay More for Solutions
by Tony Harrington (GreenAir) New research by the Royal Aeronautical Society (RAeS) into public attitudes on decarbonising aviation reveals that most respondents are concerned about the impacts of climate change, and 58% believe air transport causes more damaging emissions than road,
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PLOCAN Builds Spain’s First Offshore Green Hydrogen Plant
by Alan Sherrard (Bioenergy International) Located on the seabed, at a depth of 30m, and 1.5 km off the coast of the island of Gran Canaria, the Plataforma Oceánica de Canarias (PLOCAN) houses multidisciplinary laboratories, various observation and measurement devices, a main
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As Renewable Diesel Surges, Sustainability Claims Are Deeply Questioned
by Sean Mowbray (Mongabay) • Renewable diesel (RD), dubbed HVO (hydrotreated vegetable oil) by producers, is hailed by its supporters as a climate-friendly alternative to carbon-intensive fossil diesel. RD is a complex biofuel often made in retooled oil refineries from feedstocks including
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Bioeconomy: A Co-Benefit Case Study: from Inexpensive, Carbon-Neutral Biofuels Are Finally Possible
by Jules Bernstein (University of Califorina Riverside) ... A new study finds that introducing a simple, renewable chemical to the pretreatment step can finally make next-generation biofuel production both cost-effective and carbon neutral. For biofuels to compete with petroleum, biorefinery operations must
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Inspired by GLBRC Research, This Middle Schooler Made Cellulosic Biofuel in Her Kitchen
by Nalia Cherr (Great Lakes Bioenergy Research Center) Dalia Habib, a middle schooler from Salt Lake City, Utah, adapted technology developed by the Great Lakes Bioenergy Research Center to brew cellulosic biofuel in her kitchen. Her experiment was a finalist in
May 12, 2025 Read Full Article
Teach Climate Network Summer Institute --- July 14-17, 2025 --- ONLINE
The Teach Climate Network's virtual three-day climate change education conference is built in partnership with the North American Association for Environmental Education and educators and climate change professionals from across North America! Institute Themes Understanding & Observing Climate Change Dive into how people
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ABLC Next 2025 --- October 22-24, 2025 --- San Francisco, CA
A bioeconomy experience like no other -- 10 Summits and Networking like crazy -- In the Sustainable Aviation Summit, ABLC will highlight success stories and emerging technologies for aviation fuels for commercial and military application, including a look at consortia aimed
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Natural Enzyme Capable of Cleaving Cellulose Could Transform Biofuel Production
by José Tadeu Arantes (FAPESP/Phys.Org) The deconstruction of cellulose is essential for the conversion of biomass into fuels and chemicals. But cellulose, the most abundant renewable polymer on the planet, is extremely recalcitrant to biological depolymerization. Although composed entirely of glucose
May 12, 2025 Read Full Article
Montauk Renewables jump in Q1 2025 print
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) In Pennsylvania Montauk Renewables reported first quarter 2025 financial results. ... RNG production was flat at 1.4 million MMBtu. RINs sold increased by 25.3%. Profitability depends highly on environmental attribute prices like RINs. New EPA rules and
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The SAFc Registry, Chooose, and Alaska Airlines Partner to Streamline Sustainable Aviation Fuel Certificate Transactions
(Rocky Mountain Institute) The SAFc Registry launches an industry-first integration with Chooose to streamline SAF transactions, boost trust, and drive sustainable aviation fuel adoption. -- The SAFc Registry and Chooose have partnered in a first-of-its-kind software integration to streamline sustainable aviation fuel certificate (SAFc) transactions. The
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The Digest’s 2025 Multi-Slide Guide to Sustainability Still Matters
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) This presentation features Tammy Klein of Transport Energy Strategies. It discusses mixed policy signals in the U.S., stressing sustainability balances environmental, economic, and social concerns. Key highlights include contrasting potential Biden and Trump administration approaches on
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SAF Market Faces Falling Near-Term Premiums, but EU Mandates Could Create a Shortfall
by Thomas Washington (S&P Global) Airlines have limited profitability, so SAF price matters; SAF industry hopes for demand rise from European mandates; eSAF even costlier than SAF due to feedstock challenges -- The premium of sustainable aviation fuel over conventional jet fuel has dwindled
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The High Art of Performance: Taking Strain Engineering to the Next Level
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) ... When June rolls around, the titans of the enzyme and yeast industries roll out their latest offerings. The strain engineers unleash their latest offerings on the runways, and we all sit back and marvel at the
May 12, 2025 Read Full Article
BIOKET 2026 --- March 17-19, 2026 --- Fribourg, Switzerland
SAVE THE DATE Following the success of our previous edition, step into a dynamic environment where science meets industry, innovation comes to life, and networking is boosting new businesses. ???? Scientific Exploration Gain fresh insights through hands-on workshops and technical sessions led by top experts
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Synergies of Renewable Hydrogen and Biobased Value Chains Deployment: Environmental Performance and Promising Value Chains
(EIA Bioenergy)Producing biobased hydrogen could be an alternative option for renewable hydrogen provision. Moreover, there are many biobased processes either high in demand for renewable hydrogen (e.g. synthetic renewable fuels, biorefining) or that could benefit from renewable hydrogen integration. This
May 10, 2025 Read Full Article
Soil Carbon Credits Emerge from the ‘Trough of Disillusionment’
by Jim Giles (Trellis) Indigo Ag, Boomitra and other project developers are planning on issuing millions of tons of credits annually. -- o After years of slow growth, issuances are on a tear. o More data and better models are helping
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National Biotechnology Initiative Act Would Implement Recommendations from NSCEB’s Final Report
by Lynn L. Bergeson and Carla N. Hutton (Bergeson & Campbell) As reported in our April 25, 2025, blog item, the National Security Commission on Emerging Biotechnology (NSCEB) announced on April 8, 2025, the availability of its final report and action plan, “urging Congressional action to
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Syzygy Plasmonics' Unit Sets New Standard for Sustainable Aviation Fuel Production Efficiency
(Syzygy Plasmonics/PR Newswire) New pathway makes maximum use of renewable methane and much higher yield for the same amount of biogas by utilizing CO2 in feedstock -- Syzygy Plasmonics has successfully completed performance testing of the world's largest all-electric GHG e-Reforming™ demonstration
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MSU College of Agriculture and Natural Resources Announces Partnership with CNH
(Michigan State University) CNH will provide MSU with a New Holland T6.180 Methane tractor, the world's first 100% methane-powered production tractor, for use in educational and research initiatives. -- Through a new partnership with CNH, researchers and students at the MSU College
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HutanBio's Microalgal Biofuel Production Shown to be Net-Negative in an Independent Life Cycle Assessment by EcoAct
(AltEnergyMag.com) A new independent Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) by EcoAct (a wholly owned subsidiary of Schneider Electric Sustainability Business) confirms that HBx, a microalgal biofuel developed by UK-based HutanBio, achieves net-negative carbon emissions during production. HBx production removes up to 1.48
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Phillips 66 and NextEra Energy Resources Begin Commercial Operations at Rodeo Renewable Energy Complex Solar Facility
(Phillips 66) The solar facility at Rodeo Renewable Energy Complex is now commercially operating, marking a pivotal step in the collaboration between Phillips 66 and NextEra Energy Resources to reduce greenhouse gas emissions at one of the largest on-site solar facilities
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bp Leads Industry Taskforce to Achieve Update to Defence Standard for Renewable Aviation Fuel
(bp) bp has successfully led a taskforce to achieve approval from the UK Ministry of Defence for co-processing Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) with up to 30% renewable hydroprocessed Esters and Fatty acids HEFA feedstock concentration, a significant increase from the current
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Budzinski Introduces Bipartisan Bill to Expand Biofuels and Biobased Manufacturing Innovation
by Josie Lionetti (Riverbender.com) Today (May 8, 2025), Congresswoman Nikki Budzinski (IL-13) and Congressman Zach Nunn (IA-03) introduced the Agricultural Biorefinery Innovation and Opportunity Act (Ag BIO Act), a bipartisan bill to support the biofuel economy in Illinois and across the country. The legislation updates
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Norden Conducts First US Biofuel Journey in ‘Measured’ Step toward Cleaner Shipping
by Sara Kosmajac (Offshore Energy) Denmark-based maritime transportation player Norden has completed its inaugural biofuel voyage out of the United States, marking the next step in the company’s ambition of supporting a wider application of this clean energy source in
May 09, 2025 Read Full Article
Energy Projects Conference & Expo NA 2025 --- June 11-12, 2025 --- Houston, TX
The Home of Major Energy Project Development in North America -- The Energy Projects Conference & Expo (EPC Show) 2025, is the largest event globally for professionals working on major energy projects. Bringing together 5 leading conferences under 1 roof for the first
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The Digest’s 2025 Multi-Slide Guide to Feeding into High Pressure Reactors Made Easy by Jen-Zero
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) This presentation features Dr. Jayant Khambekar from Jenike & Johanson. It highlights challenges feeding waste feedstocks into high-pressure reactors for thermochemical conversion, citing issues like arching and pressure blow-back with existing technology. The presentation introduces Jen-Zero, a
May 09, 2025 Read Full Article
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