by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) The National Research Council Canada innovates in clean energy, converting wet organic wastes via combined bio and thermochemical processes. A key approach integrates Hydrothermal Carbonization (HTC) with Anaerobic Digestion (AD), bypassing energy-intensive drying. Case studies show this enhances biogas
by Sam A. Rushing (Advanced Cryogenics/Biofuels Digest) ... The CO2 industry expands organically, say 3% annually in some markets. The best way to grow more rapidly in the industry, is via the development and implementation of new and unique applications in
by Mary Rossiter (Flogas) Flogas, a DCC plc business and Nephin sign landmark offtake deal – the first of its kind and largest to date in Ireland; Nephin is developing three state-of-the-art anaerobic digestion (AD) plants, the initial projects in their development pipeline
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) ... It’s pyrolysis: Ecolomondo’s Thermal Decomposition Process, a precise sequence of heat, pressure, and rotation that breaks down a tire into its elemental valuables — recovered carbon black, oil, steel, and syngas. ... Pyrolysis is often described as
by Michael McCoy (Chemical & Engineering News) Does a new butanediol plant that runs on corn represent a shift in how chemicals are made? Cargill and Helm have opened a multimillion-dollar biobased chemical plant in Iowa. The facility is the biggest in many
by Fernando C. Hernandez (Journal of Petroleum Technology) With Brazil enacting South America’s first carbon capture and storage (CCS) law, this article examines the technical and regulatory architecture required to scale CCS deployment and provides exclusive insight into Brazil’s accelerating CCS landscape. The
(IEA Bioenergy Task 40) The focus of Task 40 in this triennium has been on the development and design of efficient, economically viable, and low-risk (bankable) value chains to support a larger deployment of sustainable biomass for energy, for biobased chemicals
by Andrew Snook (Canadian Biomass) Metsä Group, a leading Finnish forest industry group whose operations span pulp, paperboard, tissue, and wood products, has started operating a carbon capture pilot plant at its Rauma mill, in cooperation with technology company Andritz, which
(Evonik) New world-scale alkoxides plant inaugurated on Jurong Island, Singapore; Annual production capacity of 100,000 metric tons; Enhances regional supply security and responsiveness to growing customer demand across Asia -- Evonik has inaugurated its new world-scale alkoxides production facility on Jurong Island, Singapore—marking a
(Greenlyte) Greenlyte Carbon Technologies GmbH and MB Energy Holding GmbH & Co. KG have signed a strategic landmark agreement covering the offtake of e-methanol from Greenlyte’s LiquidSolar™ facility in Marl as well as advanced offtake intentions for future projects. Just days after officially
(Clean Planet Group) Dr Andrew Odjo, CEO of Clean Planet Technologies (CPTech), and CTO of Clean Planet Energy, part of the Clean Planet Group, today unveiled the UK’s first Plastics-to-Sustainable Aviation Fuel (P2SAF) technology during a keynote speech at the prestigious
(Port of Alicante) The Port of Alicante has taken a key step in its sustainability strategy with the launch of a Preliminary Market Consultation (PMC) to prepare for the future concession of a green hydrogen production plant. The initiative, dubbed PORTALI-H2,
by Brianne Pfannenstiel (Des Moines Register) It was the first question posed to Republican candidates for governor at the first forum of the election cycle. A week later, it was the topic that drew the largest crowd yet to MAGA Nation, a gathering of conservative Republicans
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) ... That’s where Utility Global appears out of the fog, built like a runner for the long race. The company’s edge begins with technology — its eXERO™ platform, a way to produce hydrogen from off-gases and water without
(Everfuel) Everfuel is pleased to announce that we have achieved RFNBO certification officially recognising that our hydrogen production facility, HySynergy, produces green hydrogen under the EU’s Renewable Fuels of Non-Biological Origin (RFNBO) framework. Everfuel is now a Certified RFNBO Producer, setting a new
by Rahul Koul (Indian Chemical News) India’s hydrogen and biofuels sector has made promising strides with strong policy backing and early investments, but high costs, infrastructure gaps, and regulatory hurdles remain key challenges -- India’s hydrogen and biofuels sectors are rapidly emerging
by Ignacio Costa (Topsoe/SAF Magazine) ... Coprocessing refers to the simultaneous processing of renewable and fossil feedstocks within existing refinery units, such as hydrotreaters or hydrocrackers. In this approach, renewable materials including vegetable oils, animal fats or used cooking oils are blended
by Alexei Beltyukov and Stephen Sims (Universal Fuel Technologies/SAF Magazine) ... FT processes remain more expensive than HEFA, primarily due to higher capital costs per unit of production capacity and more complex production processes. ... FT plants making SAF will produce up to 20%
(PORR) PORR has developed a CO2-storing cycle path in Burgenland. Optimized mixing processes are a key component of PORR's new ESG strategy. They contribute to CO2 reduction in construction projects by using recycled materials and lowering production temperatures. It recently caused
(Emvolon/Business Wire) Emvolon, Inc. (Emvolon), a Massachusetts-based innovator in renewable fuel and chemical production technology, and Freepoint Commodities LLC (Freepoint), a leading global commodities merchant, today announced their intention to enter into a long-term strategic collaboration to accelerate the production
by Alisha Patil (Kings Research/Biofuels Digest) Biomethanol is quietly emerging as one of the most compelling levers in the decarbonization of both renewable chemicals and marine propulsion—a bit like cryogenic CO₂ in food processing: pragmatic, powerful, and often underappreciated. Drawing on
(First Post) India is set to launch 16 biomanufacturing hubs under its BioE3 policy to reduce import dependence and boost domestic production of key medicines, biofuels, and biofertilizers. ... From critical drug ingredients to enzymes for biofuels and reagents for biofertilizers, the government
(Aston University) Aston University research has shown the way forward for making renewable hydrogen and propane fuel gases from glycerol. An organic compound, glycerol is produced mainly from fats and oils and is often used in health and beauty products. With crude glycerol
(Söderenergi) Söderenergi is now taking a historic step in climate work and reserving the very first negative emissions from its planned bio-CCS plant for AstraZeneca. -- Starting in 2030, Söderenergi will have the capacity to capture and permanently store up to 500,000
(Iowa Capital Dispatch) Iowa State University is working with a U.S. Defense Department-backed organization to develop facilities that could make the university and its community a national destination for biobased product testing. BioMADE, a Manufacturing Innovation Institute focused on bioindustrial manufacturing and
by Hassan El Bari, Casimir Kalibe Fanezoune, et al (Journal of Analytic and Applied Pyrolysis) • Bio-oil has a higher energy density and easier storage and transportation. • Catalysts can allow lower activation energy and produce higher-grade fuels. • Zeolite-based catalysts deliver superior
(Fuels Cells Works) South Korea’s Jeonnam Province (South Jeolla) has formally applied to the national government for KRW 2.7 trillion ($1.9 billion) in state subsidies to build what it says would be the largest clean hydrogen production complex in the country,
(Fuel Cells Works) The company also has solar projects in the pipeline for around 90 megabytes of installed capacity -- Viridi RE continues with the development and construction of strategic projects in 2025 and aims at the implementation of infrastructure that allows the
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) Biogas systems are proven, customizable net-zero technologies, feeding biomethane into existing gas infrastructure and treating diverse wet organic wastes. They offer high operational flexibility, integrating electrical and natural gas grids, and are generally cheaper than
by Erin Krueger (Biodiesel Magazine) Tidewater Renewables on Aug. 14 announced its renewable diesel and renewable hydrogen (HDRD) complex in British Columbia operated at 72% of design capacity during the second quarter. The company continues to advance plans to add sustainable
(Chinimandi) Japan will fund up to 60 billion yen (about $408 million) in public and private funding for a biofuel project in India that will convert bamboo biomass into automobile fuel, according to the Nikkei Asia. The move marks Japan’s largest
(Bio Friends) On August 22nd, Biofriends Inc. (CEO WonJun Cho), a clean fuel and renewable energy production company, and Cheongmyeong Co., Ltd. (CEO MinSu Na), a leading K-biogas company, signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to build Korea's first commercial-scale biogas-based
(Yara International ASA) BASF and Yara International ASA have jointly decided to discontinue their project to develop a low-carbon ammonia production facility with carbon capture and storage in the U.S. Gulf Coast region. This decision reflects the companies’ commitment to focus
(OCOchem/Business Wire) OCOchem, a rapidly scaling pioneer of CO2 electrolysis and conversion technologies, today (August 18, 2025) announced production partnership agreement with ADM (NYSE: ADM), a global leader in innovative solutions from nature, to build a groundbreaking field demonstration plant using
by Chuck Hayes (Swagelok/Advanced Clean Tech News) The hydrogen economy is at a crucial juncture. Greater scalability for hydrogen infrastructure is needed for this promising clean energy fuel to meet its full potential, and professionals in the space are working diligently
by Sam A. Rushing (Advanced Cryogenics/Biofuels Digest) The science of life at low temperatures, literally referring to cryobiology, has a number of applicable areas when considering carbon dioxide as a merchant gas. Often, this product would be sought as a USP
(Telangana Today) India and Japan on Monday (August25, 2025) agreed to deepen cooperation in the energy sector, focusing on carbon capture, biofuels, green chemicals, and advanced technologies. At the ministerial-level Energy Dialogue, both sides reaffirmed their commitment to energy security,
by Arunangshu Das (Indian Express) ... Although biofuel has emerged as a promising alternative to fossil fuels in transition to renewable energy, discussions are also going on about the alternatives to ethanol, such as Butanol and acetone-butanol-ethanol (ABE) mixtures, which are considered superior
by Kavitha (Solar Quarter) Malaysia has marked a significant milestone in its energy transition with the launch of the Hybrid Hydro Floating Solar (HHFS) project and the Green Hydrogen Hub in Terengganu. The dual initiatives are designed to support the National
(Finnair) The pilot aims to establish a functioning ecosystem and value chain for synthetic fuel production in Finland. The EU’s sustainable aviation fuel (eSAF) blending mandate creates an opportunity for Finland to become a significant producer of synthetic fuels in the
(Yokohama National University/Phys.Org) Centuries ago, alchemists worked furiously to convert the common metal lead to valuable gold. Today, chemists are repurposing discarded solar panels to create valuable organic compounds from carbon dioxide (CO2), a common greenhouse gas. Significantly reducing greenhouse gases in
(LG Chem) A joint venture of LG Chem and Enilive to process approximately 400,000 tons of renewable bio-feedstocks by 2027 at Korea’s first HVO/SAF facility -- LG Chem and Enilive have taken a major step toward biofuels growth by breaking ground on
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) Biofuel production faces hurdles from slow technology and supply chain uncertainties. This study uses an innovative Agent-Based Modeling (ABM) approach to simulate farmer behavior and land allocation for biomass. ABMs show producer adoption impacts biorefinery supply
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) ... “Holmes,” I began, rustling a dispatch from Humble, Texas, “it appears the professionals are of two minds. Some declare hydrogen should be burned or blended directly in boilers, furnaces and stacks. Others swear we ought
(CapCo2) With nearly 100 people in attendance, CapCO2 Solutions, AgriEnergy Innovations, and Methylennium Energy hosted an open house and project launch in Luverne, Minnesota on August 20th. The facility will be using the ethanol “waste” CO2 on-site to produce green methanol
by GiGi Wood (Business Record) What began as a way for farmers to add value to their unused crops in the 1990s is now part of a multibillion-dollar company scaling up research at Iowa State University. In 1996, farmers at the West
by Cami Koons (Iowa Capital Dispatch) ... While the majority of public comment focused on the Summit Carbon Solutions pipeline, for which the IUC granted a conditional permit in 2024, the pipeline was only on the agenda for an update
by James Davey (Reuters) UK-US trade deal removed UK tariffs on US ethanol; UK government says aid would not provide value for taxpayer; AB Foods confirms closure of Vivergo plant; AB Foods says UK government decision 'deeply regrettable'; Ensus talking to government to secure ongoing
by Eric Stann (University of Missouri) The University of Missouri-led study uncovers how a variation in a natural substance called lignin supports natural environmental adaptation and improved bioenergy production. -- A new study, led by researchers at the University of Missouri, has
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) ... The assumption here is that formate is the right form for carbon’s next act. OCOchem’s Carbon FluX Electrolyzer promises to take ADM’s biogenic CO₂ in Decatur and, with nothing fancier than water and electrons, transform it into formate
by Erin Krueger (Ethanol Producer Magazine) Gevo Inc. on Aug. 11 released second quarter results, reporting positive net income and positive adjusted EBTIDA for the period. The company also confirmed it is prioritizing development of a 30 MMgy ethanol-to-jet project in
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) SixRing unveils a patented, ambient pressure/temperature technology for biomass deconstruction, a newsworthy departure from energy-intensive methods. This innovative approach enables economic operation without subsidies, offers high yields, and reduces carbon intensity. A key advantage is flexible
by Sam A. Rushing (Advanced Cryogenics/Biofuels Digest) CO2 lasers were one of the earliest gas lasers to be developed. The development occurred in 1964 by Bell Labs, and remains one of today’s most useful lasers; which some claim to be one
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) ... Bill Bivins’ new book, NetZero City: Act Locally for Global Impact. ... Bivins has been working in renewable energy for nearly twenty years. He’s a Navy-trained engineer turned clean-energy entrepreneur who built waste-to-energy systems, partnered with NASA,
(PV Magazine) India’s Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) is seeking proposals from government organizations to create and upgrade testing infrastructure for various components, technologies, and processes used across the green hydrogen value chain. The selected projects will be funded
by Kate B. (Australian Manufacturing) The NSW Government has announced a $650,000 grant to the University of Wollongong (UOW) to lead a two-year research project aimed at improving hydrogen pipeline safety, bolstering the Illawarra’s role in the nation’s emerging hydrogen industry. Minister
by Dan Swanson (1011 NOW/KOLN/KGIN) Conference introduces what could be the next great market for Nebraska’s grain producers -- Nebraska is poised to become a national leader in aviation fuels made from renewable energy sources like corn and soybeans, but Congressman Mike
by Gerson Freitas Jr. (Bloomberg News/Financial Post) Troubled biofuels maker Green Plains Inc. has pledged the bulk of its ethanol plants as collateral to funds managed by BlackRock Inc. in exchange for more time to repay nearly $128 million in debt.
by Chongyang Zhang (Hydrogen Insight) First phase to produce 270,000 tonnes — 150,000 from biomass and 120,000 from electrolytic H2 -- A total of 20 Chinese and foreign partners have agreed to jointly build a green hydrogen-based methanol project in Jilin province, northeastern China,
(Inspenet) The companies agree that access to renewable fuels is essential to ensure energy security and industrial competitiveness. -- Greenlyte Carbon Technologies and MB Energy have entered into a strategic partnership that guarantees the supply of e-methanol produced at the LiquidSolar plant in Marl. This agreement includes
(Emvolon/Business Wire) Following the successful completion of a field demonstration, the new joint venture seeks to develop projects to generate up to 50K metric tons of green methanol annually by 2030 -- -Emvolon, an MIT spin-off that converts greenhouse gas emissions into
(AgVault/Ethanol Producer Magazine) With little to no efficiency gains remaining in the ethanol production process, AgVault has developed a next generation fermentation technology solution designed to significantly improve the profitability of existing ethanol production facilities. Using low-cost carbohydrate production from existing
(Chemical Industry News) Toyo Engineering India successfully commissioned a green methanol plant with a daily production capacity of ten tons at NTPC’s Vindhyachal Super Thermal Power Station in Madhya Pradesh. The facility marks a major step forward in India’s green energy
by Leigh Collins (Hydrogen Insight) Shetland Hydrogen Project 2 will use excess wind power to produce renewable H2 -- Europe’s largest renewable energy producer Statkraft has agreed to build a green hydrogen and ammonia project of up to 400MW on land next
by Mohan Gupta (Solar Quarter) The Indian Government has introduced a new initiative through the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy to support special pilot projects for green hydrogen. This step is part of the broader National Green Hydrogen Mission, which
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) The IEA Bioenergy Task on Sustainable Biomass Supply advances sustainable, low-carbon bioenergy systems by focusing on techno-economic strategies within existing supply chains. Key innovations include developing techno-economic models for “bio-hubs” to mitigate site volume variability and
(CzechMinistry of the Environment (Goodle Translation)) The Ministry of the Environment, together with the Ministry of Industry and Trade and the Ministry of Agriculture, presented the Action Plan for the Development of Biomethane in the Czech Republic until 2030. The document
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) Digestate processing aims to reduce quantity or purify biogas byproducts, driven by high transport costs and legal restrictions. The key innovation is producing high-value bio-fertilizer products like struvite, dried pellets, or ammonium sulphate solution. While direct land
(Office of Senator Amy Klobuchar (D-MN)) U.S. Senators Amy Klobuchar (D-MN) and Jerry Moran (R-KS) introduced bipartisan legislation to enhance the ability of the Biorefinery, Renewable Chemical, and Biobased Products Assistance program to support the development of advanced biofuels, renewable chemicals,
by Aida Čučuk (Offshore Energy) India has commissioned a 1 MW green hydrogen power plant at Kandla Port, marking a step forward in the country’s push toward cleaner maritime infrastructure. -- The facility, developed by the Deendayal Port Authority (DPA), was inaugurated
(Clariant) Shanghai Electric’s biomass-to-green methanol plant in China, started up successfully using Clariant´s MegaMax™ methanol synthesis catalysts; The project’s success has now evolved into a strategic cooperation agreement between Clariant and Shanghai Electric to foster China´s energy transition; Goal of the partnership is
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) The Mission Innovation Integrated Biorefineries Mission unites 23 governments to catalyze clean energy innovation, focusing on enhancing commercialization and reducing costs of biorefineries for sustainable fuels and chemicals. Its roadmap includes joint R&D (e.g., biopolymers, efficiency)
by Zinovia Skoufa (Johnson Matthey/Biomass Magazine) ... Methanol, a clean-burning fuel with wide-ranging applications in shipping, power generation and sustainable chemicals, offers an alternative to traditional fuels. But biomethanol, technically mature and increasingly scalable, is building its case as a critical
(The Yomiuri Shimbun/Japan News) The Economy, Trade and Industry Ministry and other entities plans to establish a “sustainable fuel ministerial meeting” to discuss the expansion of the use of fuels such as hydrogen with other countries, and to hold its first
(Provectus Biofuels/NewsFile) Provectus Biofuels Inc. (the "Company" or "Provectus") today announced the Company has signed a Letter of Intent with the Town of Vegreville to develop a biofuel facility that will convert the abundant wheat straw feedstock available in the area into
(GranBio/CISION) GranBio LLC, a pioneer in biochemicals and biofuels, announced today (July 31, 2025) the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Rayonier Advanced Materials Inc, the global leader in cellulose specialty products, to jointly explore the development of a
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) This project analyzes innovative policies’ impact on biorefinery strategies in Canada for radical GHG reductions. Using a case-study methodology with “Attractiveness Grids,” it quantifies the effect of monetized fiscal, land use, carbon, and targeted policies on biorefinery value chains. Results
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) ... But step inside the real hydrogen economy, and it looks nothing like that. It’s jagged. It’s fractal. It’s a collection of breakthroughs, retreats, and strange alliances—exactly what you’d expect from an emerging system battling entropy, improvising
(TAPPI) Presented by ForestBioFacts and Finnish Forest Products Engineers’ Association, in collaboration with TAPPI. This 90-minute webinar brings together a diverse group of industry experts who are leading lignin innovation from research to commercialization. Viewers will gain insights into the latest technologies,
by David Carroll (PV Magazine) Global oil giant BP has quit the proposed Australian Renewable Energy Hub that would include the installation of up to 26 GW of solar and wind generation, much of which would have been used to produce
(Yale Engineering) The ocean serves as Earth's largest dynamic carbon sink, absorbing 400 million tons of carbon dioxide (CO₂) annually through continuous exchange with the atmosphere. Researchers at Yale have now developed an efficient system to extract and convert dissolved CO₂
by Meghan Sapp (Biofuels Digest) In Japan, ENEOS Corporation and TOPPAN Holdings Co., Ltd. have decided to begin construction of a pilot plant within the Fuji Mill of Nippon Paper Industries Co., Ltd as part of a wastepaper bioethanol demonstration project being
by Vivek Patel (Chemical and Industry Digest) As the global chemical industry pivots toward renewable and bio-based feedstocks, ethanol is emerging as a key enabler for sustainable and versatile chemical production. Particularly in the Asia-Pacific (APAC) region, ethanol’s potential as a platform
(Envision Energy/PR Newswire) Envision Energy, a global leader in green technology, is proud to announce that green ammonia fuel produced from its world's largest green hydrogen and ammonia plant in Chifeng has successfully powered the world's first green marine ammonia bunkering
(HOYER Group) Efficient, reliable supply to hydrogen refueling stations by HOYER in the Rhein-Neckar region -- The HOYER Group has concluded a contract with H2 MOBILITY, the largest operator of hydrogen refueling stations in Germany. Initially, as a partner, the international logistics
by Dylan Baddour (Inside Climate News) Now it (Graphitic Energy) hopes to turn a profit selling hydrogen, a clean burning fuel, and using the carbon soot to produce graphite, a critical mineral currently sourced primarily from China. “We are able to monetize
(EcoCeres/Biobased Diesel Daily) EcoCeres Inc., a leading pure-play renewable fuel producer, announced July 15 the release of its position paper emphasizing the need for fair, effective and fraud-resistant certification protocols for sustainable biofuels within the European Union. As Europe accelerates its transition
(Karlsruhe Institute of Technology) The First Offshore Production Plant for Synthetic Fuels Was Opened Under the H2Mare Hydrogen Lead Project Funded by the German Federal Government -- Off-grid, modular, and seaworthy: KIT (Karlsruhe Institute of Technology) and partners intend to produce synthetic
(Eni) This will be Eni's third biorefinery in Italy, after those in Venice and Gela; Among the distinctive features of the project, in addition to the use of advanced technologies, there is the possibility of adapting the plant to also produce SAF
(Anellotech) In a major advancement for chemical recycling and circular economy solutions, R Plus Japan (RPJ) and Anellotech, Inc. (Anellotech) announced that Plas-TCat, an innovative catalytic cracking technology that transforms mixed plastic waste directly into the base chemicals used to produce new
(Galveston LNG Bunker Port) Loa Carbon, a leader in the production of e-methane, and Galveston LNG Bunker Port will provide e-LNG fuel to the maritime bunker market in the US Gulf Coast -- Texas-based Galveston LNG Bunker Port, LLC (GLBP) and
(NorthX Climate Tech/Canadian Biomass) It’s no secret that B.C. has a slash pile problem. Each year, millions of tonnes of low-quality forest residues are burned, releasing carbon and creating risks. But what if these and other residuals could unlock climate solutions
(Netherlands Enterprise Agency) 11 new projects with large electrolysers are being launched by companies in the Netherlands, which will produce sustainable hydrogen with the help of subsidies. Together, these electrolysers have a capacity of approximately 602 megawatts (MW). Refineries, the chemical
((Par Pacific/Globe Newswire) Par Pacific Holdings, Inc. (including its subsidiaries and affiliates, “Par Pacific”), Mitsubishi Corporation (“Mitsubishi”), and ENEOS Corporation ("ENEOS”) today announced the signing of definitive agreements to establish Hawaii Renewables, LLC (“Hawaii Renewables”), a joint venture to produce renewable
(LanzaTech) Funding from Department for Transport to advance two commercial-scale plants in the UK -- LanzaTech Global, Inc. (NASDAQ: LNZA) (“LanzaTech” or the “Company”) a leader in carbon management solutions, announced it has received a grant of £6.4 million from the UK
(Gevo) High-integrity carbon removal credits will be used to support buyer’s decarbonization and to mitigate corporate travel emissions -- Gevo, Inc. (NASDAQ: GEVO) is pleased to announce that it is selling carbon abatement into the market for the first time. To
(irliepaja.lv (Google translation)) The world's largest full-service aircraft leasing provider, Avia Solutions Group, together with its Latvian partners in the joint venture NorSAF, have launched an ambitious project - the largest sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) plant in Northern Europe will be
by Jefferson dos Santos Estevo* (Advanced Biofuels USA) The growing importance of low-emission hydrogen in the global energy transition has driven a series of regulatory and diplomatic initiatives aimed at standardizing the greenhouse gas (GHG) emission criteria associated with its production. Among
by Will Sommer, Jeff Bennett, Kendyl Partridge, and Anna Cororaton (Today in Energy/U.S. Energy Information Administration) In our recently published Annual Energy Outlook 2025 (AEO2025), we introduce our new Carbon Capture, Allocation, Transportation, and Sequestration module (CCATS), which allows us to model carbon
(DNV) DNV is advancing Skylark, a joint industry project to enhance our understanding of carbon dioxide (CO₂) pipeline operations ensuring regulators and operators globally have access to the highest quality of information to make their decisions. Developed in collaboration with the UK
by Jeff Beach (North Dakota Monitor/Des Moines Register) - Two North Dakota lawsuits against Summit Carbon Solutions and the North Dakota Public Service Commission have been merged. - The lawsuits challenge the PSC's permitting process, citing concerns about local zoning authority
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) Demand for Sustainable, Affordable, Reliable, Available (SARA) feedstock is sky-high, especially for SAF, but it’s tough to find. Competition and pushback exist for conventional crops, necessitating more residues, like forest waste. Positively, new technologies for waste-to-fuels
(Fuel Cells Works) -Shanghai Electric has reportedly produced its first batch of green hydrogen-based methanol at the 680MW Taonan plant in Jilin, marking a major milestone in China’s renewable fuel sector. -The demonstration phase integrates wind power and biomass gasification,
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) Green hydrogen stands at a crossroads—hailed as a linchpin of the low-carbon future, yet caught in a double bind between stunning technical progress and the stubborn realities of implementation. Shanghai Electric just delivered its first barrels
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) Consumer demand for biobased materials is strong, and innovation is rampant with first commercial products becoming more common. Chemicals and materials offer higher margins suitable for early-stage companies. However, the sector faces significant headwinds, including a
(Seabound/PR Newswire) Captured carbon on cement-carrying ship to serve as limestone input at Heidelberg Materials pioneering cement plant in Brevik, Norway -- Seabound, a UK-based leader in marine carbon capture, has launched a first-of-its-kind onboard carbon capture project in partnership with Hartmann
(Carbon Clean) Carbon Clean, a global leader in revolutionising carbon capture solutions, today announced the official opening of its new Global Innovation Centre (GIC) in Navi Mumbai, India. The GIC will be one of the world’s largest dedicated carbon capture research facilities, spanning
by Corbin Hair (Politico Pro Climatewire) The group identified about 30 climate policies. Some of them might even find bipartisan support. -- Veterans of the Biden-era Department of Energy have developed a list of policies for advancing technologies to capture carbon dioxide
(XCF Global) XCF's New Rise Reno facility has produced SAF, renewable diesel, and renewable naphtha since February 2025 when the facility was commissioned; Deliveries of renewable fuels started in March 2025; Ramp-up process progressing during early months of commercial operation XCF Global, Inc. ("XCF")
(Hynamics) MoU covers development and funding of Fawley Green Hydrogen Project with the ambition to codevelop additional UK projects On the eve of the UK-France Summit 2025, Hynamics UK, a 100% subsidiary of EDF Group specialising in low-carbon and renewable hydrogen production,
by Qi Chen, Pete Rocha (LEC Partners/Biofuels Digest) From aviation to cement, industries reliant on fossil based-carbon need a sustainable substitute—not just to meet climate targets but to remain competitive. In these industries, decarbonization should not be the goal, but recarbonization with a
(Solvay) Partnering to enable safe hydrogen storage in salt caverns in Cantabria -- Solvay and Enagás have signed an agreement to develop a hydrogen storage hub in Polanco, Cantabria. The project will leverage Solvay's proven expertise in developing salt caverns infrastructure - originally created
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) LanzaTech’s 3Q 2024 saw revenue of $9.9 million and a gross margin of 18%, with an Adjusted EBITDA Loss of $(27.1) million. Newsworthy strategic actions include launching Project Drake, a 30M gallon/year SAF facility, and a
by Kevin Rouwenhorst (Ammonia Energy Association) CEEC (China Energy Engineering Group Co., Ltd.), also known as Energy China, is a state-owned energy conglomerate with a background in infrastructure projects. CEEC is globally active, and has delivered numerous renewable projects. Through its
(HyOrc) HyOrc Corporation (OTC: ASPZ), a developer of patented hydrogen combustion and waste-to-fuel technologies, today announced it has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Start Lda, a Portugal-based liquid and gaseous fuels trading company, to develop a 25,000 ton per
by Aida Čučuk (Offshore Energy) The European Commission has adopted a greenhouse gas (GHG) emission methodology for low-carbon hydrogen and fuels, as set out in the Hydrogen and Gas Market Directive, completing the European Union’s (EU’s) regulatory framework for hydrogen. It is understood
by Rachel Parkes (Hydrogen Insight) Company reportedly still committed to using renewable H2 to decarbonise Puertollano refinery -- Spanish oil company Repsol has reportedly scrapped plans to build an up-to-200MW green hydrogen project in the city of Puertollano, Spain, after feasibility studies
by Urszula Szalkowska (EcoEngineers) In a landmark move for climate policy and international carbon markets, the European Union (EU) and the United Kingdom (UK) recently announced their commitment to Emissions Trading Systems (ETS). The decision, announced at the EU-UK Summit in May, marks a
by Urszula Szalkowska (EcoEngineers/Carbon Herald) Biogenic carbon dioxide (CO2)—the emissions released when biomass or organic waste is converted into energy—has long been overlooked as a tool in climate action. Historically deemed ‘neutral’ in carbon accounting because it originates from plant matter that
(The Print/ANI PR/NewsVoir) Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], July 2: In a significant step towards advancing Hydrogen Research and Clean Energy Innovation, Dover India (Part of Dover Corporation), and RV College of Engineering (RVCE), Mysuru Road, Bengaluru, have announced a strategic partnership to
by Scott Hennen (InForum) ... But something’s happening in the ethanol industry that even this skeptic finds hard to ignore: a real, market-driven opportunity to meet the world’s growing demand for low-carbon fuels — and prosper because of it. ... Recently, I had
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) Chemical Evolution, following a $100M+ exit, is focused on SixRing, a patented breakthrough in sustainable fuels. SixRing’s novel ambient temperature/pressure process delicately separates non-food biomass, leading to higher yields and better economics. With TRL 8 validation
(European Commission) In a strategic move to strengthen the competitiveness of Europe’s industry and leverage the Union market towards more security of supply, diversification and decarbonisation, the Commission today launched the Hydrogen Mechanism under the EU Energy and Raw Materials Platform. The online platform
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) Europe’s dual playbook—scaling the proven while seeding the radical—offers a lesson for everyone who cares about defossilization: sometimes the future arrives without trumpets. It slides under doors. It settles in the corners. It smells faintly of
(Alternative Fuels and Chemicals Coalition) This award is given to an organization or an individual in the organization in recognition for advancing our sector, achievements in advancing science, assisting, and taking appropriate measures for initiating the production, manufacture, and commercialization of
(KOSTER (Google translation)) At the inauguration of the biomethane plant in San Nazzaro Sesia, KOSTER took a decisive step towards a completely sustainable energy supply chain. During the event, six new methane-powered vehicles were presented – four LNG and two CNG
(North Africa Post) Morocco’s Investment Ministry conducted the sixth monitoring committee meeting for the Chbika green hydrogen project, marking significant progress in securing land rights for the ambitious renewable energy initiative with international partners TotalEnergies, Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners, and A.P. Moller
(S&P Global) Platts, part of S&P Global Commodity Insights, proposes to launch daily price assessments for certified UK subsidized waste feedstock biomethane guarantees of origin on Sept. 1, 2025. This proposal reflects the growing trade and increased fungibility of UK waste Renewable
(Cold Jet/Globe Newswire) Cold Jet, the global leader in dry ice production systems, announced a groundbreaking initiative designed to transform renewable natural gas (RNG) biomethane sites worldwide into dual-purpose revenue generators. By integrating carbon capture and liquefaction technology with its highly efficient dry
(Axens) In a groundbreaking development, Axens, in collaboration with IFP Energies nouvelles (IFPEN) and SMS group, has successfully homologated the Carboverseo™ technology. This innovative reverse water-gas shift process, which converts CO2 into CO, is now live and ready to revolutionize the
(Mitsui O.S.K. Lines) Mitsui O.S.K. Lines, Ltd. (MOL; President & CEO: Takeshi Hashimoto, Headquarters: Minato-ku, Tokyo) and Mitsubishi Shipbuilding Co., Ltd. (President & CEO: Shin Ueda; Headquarters: Minato-ku, Tokyo) a part of Mitsubishi Heavy Industries (MHI) Group, have acquired Approval in
(Southeast Iowa Today With John Bain) On this episode of Southeast Iowa Today John Bain has a discussion with CEO of CapCO2 Solutions Inc Dr. Jeff Bonar and Director of Outreach and Community Sally Hart. Discussion includes the innovative approach that
By Misha Simonovska (Fastmarkets) The assessments will reflect the cost of production of a tonne of sustainable aviation fuel in the Netherlands, utilizing hydrotreated esters and fatty acids (HEFA) technology with used cooking oil as its feedstock. SAF price inputs include Fastmarkets’ AG-UCO-0011 Used cooking
(Open Access Government) Researchers at Linköping University in Sweden have made significant discoveries in the quest to produce green hydrogen efficiently using sunlight. The team has developed a triple-layered material that enhances the performance of water-splitting reactions, a crucial step in the
(Fact.MR) The global bio-feedstock market is expected to reach USD 224.9 billion by 2035, up from USD 115.0 billion in 2024. During the forecast period from 2025 to 2035, the industry is projected to expand at a CAGR of 6.3%, as the market emerges to meet the growing demand for
by Elaine Watson (Ag Funder News) While significant progress has been made in recent years to optimize microbial strains and drive efficiency in biomanufacturing, a disconnect between upstream and downstream work continues to hold back progress, claims Boston Bioprocess cofounder Dr. Michael Tai. Founded
(FutureFuel) FutureFuel Corp. (NYSE: FF) (“FutureFuel” or the “Company”), a manufacturer of custom and performance chemicals and biofuels, today announced its decision to temporarily idle biodiesel production upon completion of its remaining contractual obligations, anticipated to occur by the end of
(Philippine Coconut Authority) Japanese conglomerate Swung Inc. held a follow-up meeting with the Philippine Coconut Authority (PCA), pushing forward discussions on their patented organic fertilizer technology and potential ventures into Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) production from coconut-derived products. The high-level meeting,
(3Degrees/Business Wire) o The International Sustainability and Carbon Certification (ISCC) system is a leading certification for compliance with the European Union’s sustainability standards. o The ISCC EU certification reinforces 3Degrees’ longstanding expertise and commitment to decarbonisation and traceability in the
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) Carbon Recycling International (CRI) offers Emissions-to-Liquids (ETL) technology that converts CO2 and H2 into practical, low-carbon fuels like methanol. Methanol demand is projected to grow from 97MT (2020) to over 500MT by 2050, driven by shipping
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) Anellotech presents Plas-TCat, a novel fluid bed catalytic cracking technology that performs a single-step conversion of mixed plastic waste into high-value chemicals like benzene, toluene, xylene, ethylene, and propylene. A key innovation is its feedstock flexibility,
by Rubén Esteller (El Economista) ... The utility has obtained its first certifications for renewable fuels of non-biological origin (RFNBO). According to Enagas, the first Guarantees of Origin for hydrogen in Spain have already been issued to the company. Specifically, 1,369 MWh of hydrogen
by Roxana Petrescu (Ziarul Financiar (Google translation)) ♦ OMV Petrom, the largest local company, has so far signed two supply contracts, a total of 1.45 billion euros for raw material that will be used in the sustainable aviation fuels unit it is building at
(European Federation for Transport and Environment) The EU's Sustainable Transport Investment Plan is an opportunity to unlock the full potential of e-SAF - the greenest and most scalable sustainable aviation fuel. In doing so, it could also boost the EU’s industrial
by Erin Voegele (Biomass Magazine) Sens. Sheldon Whitehouse, D-R.I., and Adam Schiff, D-Calif., on May 21 introduced legislation to create a tax credit incentivizing biomass carbon removal and storage (BiCRS) technologies, including biochar production. The bill, S. 1842, known as the Wildfire
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) NexantECA identifies Power-to-Liquids (PTL) and CO2 utilization as increasingly vital due to projected shortfalls in meeting 2050 emission targets with current technologies. PTL, utilizing CO2 as a feedstock, typically requires dedicated low-carbon intensity power. The presentation
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) ... Black liquor, they called her. Thick, volatile, carbon-rich. The kind you burn without thinking, just to feel the heat. Most mills did. Most couldn’t help themselves. But Mercer… Mercer looked closer. They saw through the smoke.
by Valerie Volcovici (Reuters) A U.S. Senate panel proposed making the tax credit for capturing carbon emissions for recovering oil equal to the $85/metric ton tax credit for permanently burying those emissions underground, a boon for oil and gas producers. The finance
(Mitsubishi Gas Chemical) Mitsubishi Gas Chemical Company, Inc. (MGC; Head Office: Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo; President: Yoshinori Isahaya) and the Research Institute of Innovative Technology for the Earth (RITE; Headquarters: Kizugawa-Shi, Kyoto; President: Kenji Yamaji) announced today that they have signed an agreement
by Aida Čučuk (Offshore Energy) The Canadian Hydrogen Association (CHA) and the Vietnam ASEAN Hydrogen Club (VAHC) have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to collaborate on the development and deployment of zero-emission hydrogen solutions. As disclosed, the partnership will include the sharing
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