(Mitsubishi Gas Chemical) Mitsubishi Gas Chemical Company, Inc. (MGC; Head Office: Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo; President: Yoshinori Isahaya) has entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Australia-based Gold Hydrogen Limited (Gold Hydrogen; Head Office: Brisbane; CEO: Neil McDonald) to jointly assess the
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) The biomanufacturing industry faces severe, unpriced risks due to single-source dependencies in the cold-chain logistics of critical biological inputs like fermentation media, enzymes, and live cultures. With four major suppliers controlling over half the market, disruptions
by Solomon Tekle Rikitu* (Advanced Biofuels USA) The aviation industry is under strong pressure to cut greenhouse gas emissions while still relying on fuels that have very high energy density and which are difficult to replace. Hence, Sustainable Aviation Fuel
(São Paulo Secretariat of Environment, Infrastructure and Logistics) An initiative announced during Environment Week brings together USP, Fapesp, Semil, and the productive sector to foster the development of research and technologies. São Paulo continues to advance in the energy transition towards
(University of Queensland) University of Queensland researchers have developed a new method to produce industrial chemicals commonly used in agriculture, textiles and pharmaceuticals with only carbon dioxide (CO₂), water and electricity. The first-of-its-kind electrochemical generator offers high‑emissions industries a safer and more environmentally friendly pathway
(ACT News) • K2 Pure Solutions and PACC Services have signed a hydrogen supply agreement with ZeroUp Energy. The agreement will support ZeroUp’s mobile hydrogen fueling programs for transit agencies in Northern and Southern California. K2’s hydrogen will come from its Pittsburg, California,
(MIT News/Carbon Capture Magazine) Researchers at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology have developed a promising new approach to carbon capture that could offer a more energy-efficient and scalable alternative to conventional methods used to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Carbon capture is widely
by Cameron Begley (Spiegare/Tech Transfer Talk) In our first joint podcast, I joined Victoria Meyer and The Chemical Show to explore technology transfer and innovation in the chemical industry. The chemical industry is where I got my start, with Dow Chemical
(Gevo/Globe Newswire) Gevo, Inc., a diversified energy company, today (June 23, 2026) announced an expanded focus on the $12 billion carbon removal market, reinforcing its position as a leader in carbon removal. The energy company recently ranked amongst the top five of
by Solomon Tekle Rikitu* (Advanced Biofuels USA) The transition to a low-carbon economy requires more than replacing fossil fuels with renewable alternatives. Many industrial sectors still operate in isolation, generating waste heat, CO₂, and by-products that are often discarded despite
(Innventure) Refinity is developing an integrated pathway to convert mixed plastic waste into circular olefins and specialty hydrocarbon products, bypassing bio-based feedstock constraints Refinity, an Innventure, Inc. (NASDAQ: INV) company focused on transforming plastic waste into valuable chemical intermediates, today (June 22,
by Cynthia Thyfault (QuantaVision) ... I’ve worked inside Section 9003 since it was written into the 2008 Farm Bill. Not adjacent to it. Inside it — application after application, year after year, alongside a small handful of people who have actually walked
(Joohnson Matthey) Phelan Green Hydrogen has announced it has licensed technologies from Johnson Matthey Catalyst Technologies (JM CT) for its planned electro‑sustainable aviation fuel (eSAF) facility in the Western Cape, South Africa. Construction of the facility in Saldanha Bay is expected to
Mathias Bøje Madsen (Topsoe/Biobased Diesel Daily) ... To date, HEFA (hydro-processed esters and fatty acids) remains the only commercialized SAF (sustainable aviation fuel) production pathway. It works by converting lipid-based feedstocks such as used cooking oil (UCO) into drop-in jet fuel,
(BioEnergy Insight) A four-year Horizon Europe research project has demonstrated a process that converts raw biogas into hydrogen and solid carbon, with results suggesting the technology could produce renewable hydrogen more efficiently than water electrolysis. The TITAN project, due to close formally
(Bioenergy Insight) With a new chief executive at the helm, one of the world’s largest on-farm biodigester operators is targeting expanded output, new revenue streams and a multi-site growth strategy. Christopher J. Pino tells Bioenergy Insight about his plans. BioTown Biogas (BTB)
(BioEnergy Insight) PyroGenesis Inc. has delivered a gasification system capable of converting contaminated biomass into synthesis gas (syngas) to Innofibre, a Quebec-based cellulosic innovation centre, as part of a collaborative project to expand the range of biomass feedstocks available for energy
by Ev Foley (PV Magazine) UNSW researchers have used 3D imaging to see how trapped bubbles affect the efficacy of electrolysers in the production of green hydrogen, smoothing the way for decarbonising hard-to-abate sectors such as steelmaking and heavy-duty transport. University of
(Washington State Department of Commerce) Washington is working to ensure hydrogen and renewable fuel development benefits communities, supports workers, and protects public health. Why environmental justice matters for hydrogen and renewable fuels Hydrogen is expected to be an important tool for cutting emissions
(European Commission) The European Commission has officially launched today the Biomethane Mechanism, a key initiative under the EU Energy and Raw Materials Platform. Designed to accelerate the growth of Europe’s biomethane market, the mechanism is a voluntary, free of charge and
by Jim Shelton (Yale University News) A research team led by Yale chemists has taken the ability of science to mimic photosynthesis to a new level, with a standalone device that produces methanol. A Yale-led research team has developed the first standalone
(Ohmium/Business Wire) Ohmium International Inc., a leading manufacturer of high-efficiency, modular Proton Exchange Membrane (PEM) electrolyzers, today announced its collaboration with RenewCO₂ to bring electrochemical CO₂ conversion technology to commercial scale. This joint development pairing RenewCO₂'s patented eCUT-FA™ catalyst technology with
(Spray Engineering Devices/PR Newswire) Government-supported project integrates global carbon recycling innovation with indigenous biomass gasification technology, advancing India's next-generation biofuel ecosystem -- In a significant milestone for India's advanced biofuel journey, Spray Engineering Devices Limited (SED) has received approval for ₹150 crore
(Hydrocarbon Processing) ACME Group has signed an investment agreement for the second and third phases of its green hydrogen project in Duqm, Oman, as part of a broader package of investment deals announced by the Special Economic Zone at Duqm. The
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) ... This week alone, growth appeared in a fermentation facility in Georgia, a waste-to-energy partnership in the Philippines, and a sustainable aviation fuel complex in Brazil. Different technologies. Different geographies. Different markets. The common thread is
(Washington State Department of Commerce) Washington is working with state and local governments, utilities, industry, tribes and communities to support cleaner fuels and energy systems. Hydrogen is expected to help reduce greenhouse gas emissions and air pollution in parts of Washington’s economy
(Be8) Be8 announced this week the creation of another group subsidiary: Be8 Milan, in Italy. The new operation is aligned with the company’s strategic planning and aims to strengthen exports of biofuels and raw materials to Europe, such as soybean oil,
by Tom Cherveny (AgWeek) The farmer-owned cooperative that owns the ethanol plant outside Benson, Minnesota, was launched 30 years ago to add value to locally produced corn. -- ... Thirty years later, Chippewa Valley Ethanol Company is ready to mark its anniversary
(LuxHyVal/enoblog) ... Luxembourg Hydrogen Valley (LuxHyVal) is a project aimed at producing renewable hydrogen in Luxembourg using renewable electricity. Following Enovos’ Final Investment Decision (FID), LuxHyVal is now moving from the planning phase into the implementation phase. Engineering and construction activities can now
by Yasuo Izumi (Chiba University) Researchers reveal how photocatalytic and photothermal processes work together to enhance CO2-to-CH4 conversion Photocatalytic conversion of carbon dioxide to methane offers a promising route for carbon recycling, but its low efficiency and unclear mechanisms limit its practical
by Moji Karimi and Marcio Silva (Cemvita/Biofuels Digest) How the waste-to-energy industry is evolving from single-molecule outputs to intelligent carbon optimization The Carbon Value Problem Nobody Talks About For more than a decade, the waste-to-energy industry has operated from a remarkably consistent playbook:
(Maryland Energy Innovation Institute) On June 8, 2026, Governor Wes Moore announced that the Maryland Department of Commerce has awarded 11 grants totaling nearly $7 million through the Build Our Future Grant Program. The recipients represent projects that will support innovation
(Queen Mary University of London) Integrated solar reactor uses sunlight, water, CO2 and engineered bacteria to grow biomass in a single beaker -- A new study led by Dr Lin Su of Queen Mary University of London, published today (May 19, 2026)
by Nigina Mirbabaeva (European Bank for Reconstruction and Development) EBRD lends €26 million to Next Biogas, a subsidiary of HoSt Group from the Netherlands; Loan to finance the acquisition of an existing biogas plant and its conversion into a biomethane production facility; Biomethane supports
by Camille von Kaenel (Politico Pro Climatewire) The California Air Resources Board is under pressure to stabilize the nascent market for carbon capture after the loss of federal grants, but critics say the proposed rules could incentivize risky projects. -- As California’s first carbon
(Global e-Fuels) Investors International Finance Corporation, Siemens Financial Services and Fullerton Carbon Action Fund have signed definitive agreements for a total amount of $105 million (€90.8 million) equity investment for Hygenco Green Energies, India’s green hydrogen solutions platform. This equity infusion will
(EDP) Consortium moves into the next phase of analysis and integration of recommendations -- The GreenH2Atlantic project for the construction of a 100 MW green hydrogen production unit planned for the site of the former Sines coal-fired power plant, to be developed
(Topsoe) • Topsoe will partner with Aarhus University and PlanEnergi to address an important scale-up bottleneck for Power-to-X projects: Replacing the need for case-by-case evaluation of power grid integration with a standardized procedure. The project, PowerFactor, will focus on developing a more
(European Energy) – The project developed in Aabenraa Municipality, Denmark, will include up to 150 MW of electrolysis capacity, targeting operations around 2030. – It is intended to support renewable hydrogen demand in Germany and connect to the future Danish-German Hydrogen Backbone. –
(Global e-Fuels) The Port of Klaipėda has opened Lithuania’s first green hydrogen and refuelling facility. The new station will supply green hydrogen for passenger vehicles, heavy-duty transport, ships and port operations. Development of the green hydrogen project started in 2023, with construction
by Andrew Joseph (Farms.com) ... Ethanol production plants are evaluating carbon-intensity reductions, feedstock strategies, and logistics changes that will influence how the ethanol fuel moves from the Midwest to coastal and export markets. Ethanol has long been one of the most rail-dependent
(Twelve/PR Newswire) Alaska Airlines and Microsoft join Twelve to mark commercial operation of AirPlant One — the first plant in the United States to produce E-Jet fuel from CO2, renewable electricity, and water at scale. Twelve, a next-gen industrial company on a
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) Every few years, a technology becomes the hottest act in town. Investors chase it. Journalists write about it. Conference organizers move it to the main stage. Consultants produce forecasts measured in trillions. For a while, it
by Clark Kauffman (Iowa Capital Dispatch) Three-day bench trial is now scheduled to begin June 15 -- ... In 2024, pipe manufacturer Welspun Tubular filed suit against Summit Carbon Solutions, claiming it had been commissioned by Summit to produce about 785 miles
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) Verification capacity is a binding deployment bottleneck for the bioeconomy. While fuel production scales exponentially, auditor accreditation and registry throughput scale linearly. Fragmented global certification regimes further strain this limited capacity by forcing duplicate audits on
(Science China Press/EurekAlert!) Ultrathin porous CdS nanosheets decorated with Ru single atoms and S vacancies enable record-high performance for ethanol photoreforming -- As the world seeks sustainable alternatives to fossil fuels, converting renewable biomass-derived ethanol into hydrogen and valuable chemicals using sunlight
(Moeve) According to Moeve’s report “Why does Europe Need Green Molecules?” in collaboration with PwC, green molecules could reduce Europe’s dependence on imported energy from 57% in 2024 to 28% in 2040 Green molecules—such as renewable hydrogen, second-generation biofuels, and biomethane—could replace
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) Graduating bioeconomy assets from grants and venture equity to senior commercial debt requires crossing the maturation threshold. This transition relies on three crucial preconditions: a repeatable Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV) template, multi-deal lender education across a
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) ... What do these successes have in common? -- That question led to The Compass. Not a report. Not a forecast. Not a collection of best practices. A field guide. Nineteen years of observation. Thousands of deployment
(Ohmium) Ohmium and InSolare Energy have announced their collaboration on a 4 MW capacity landmark green hydrogen project for NLC India Limited in Neyveli, Tamil Nadu. NLC India Limited is a pioneer in renewable energy development and continues to expand its
by Milica Folić (Topsoe/Biofuels Digest) Topsoe’s integrated hydroprocessing and hydrogen technologies HydroFlex® and H2bridge™ offer fuel producers a pathway to lower emissions, reduced costs and greater feedstock flexibility Securing bankability and strong economics in renewable fuel production projects are of primary importance.
by Joseph Morton (Mugglehead Magazine) Researchers at the University of Birmingham have developed a new hydrogen production method that could significantly reduce the cost and energy demands associated with generating the clean burning fuel. The team said on Sunday that the approach
(Repsol) • The new unit at the Puertollano Industrial Complex is Repsol’s second plant dedicated exclusively to producing 100% renewable fuels. Repsol has invested more than €130 million in this project, which is already producing renewable diesel for use in cars, trucks,
(BioEnergy Times) In a major boost to India’s clean fuel and bioenergy ambitions, JSW Steel has signed a strategic agreement with Bharatia and Carbon Iceland International to explore the development of a large-scale green methanol (eMethanol) project in India. The Memorandum of
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) Bio Base Europe Pilot Plant (BBEPP) accelerates the commercialization of industrial biotechnology by providing an open-access facility that bridges the gap between lab-scale development and commercial production. Scaling up is BBEPP’s core expertise, offering a
by Lucy Curtis (American Chemical Society) The Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) is the primary set of regulatory guidelines used by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to review chemicals intended for commercial use and determine their potential safety risks to human
(UK Environment Agency) The Environment Agency has opened a consultation into its draft decision to grant a permit variation to Drax Power Limited in Yorkshire. -- The company applied to vary its environment permit to incorporate carbon capture at its bioenergy plant
(Greenlane) Linear NRU technology, at the heart of Greenlane’s next generation Cascade LF landfill gas upgrading system, demonstrates breakthrough methane recovery performance with low-cost architecture~ Greenlane Renewables Inc. (“Greenlane” or the “Company”) (TSX: GRN / FSE: 52G) is pleased to announce that
(John Cockerill) Djewels, a new 20MW green hydrogen project in Delfzijl, is entering the construction phase with first production expected mid-2028; The project is based on innovative pressurized technology delivered by John Cockerill. Rely has been appointed as the EPC contractor and
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) ... And that is precisely why a recent consumer trial from ZymoChem may reveal something important not merely about diapers, but about the future adoption of biobased technologies more broadly. I want to talk for a few
(Global eFuels) JSW Steel, Bharatia and Carbon Iceland International have signed a strategic Memorandum of Understanding to explore the development of a 300–600 KTPA green methanol project in Maharashtra, India. Announced during INDICA 2026 at the 3rd India–Nordic Summit in Oslo, the
(Perpetual Next) EemsGas project receives commitment for €150 million operating subsidy for green gas production -- EemsGas Project – with an investment of €100 million becoming one of the largest production facilities for biomethane (green gas) in the Netherlands – has received
by Sam Rushing (Advanced Cryogenics/Biofuels Digest) When producing and using CO2 in the almost endless number of applications, we should first consider the safety requirements and hazardous effects of the product; whether this is a liquid, vapor, or ice. Liquid and
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) ... A team of researchers from Boston University and Capra Biosciences wants to throw sensors directly into the storm. It’s the movie Twister at nano-scale, except the tornado is alive. Backed by the U.S. Department of Defense
by Somruedi Banchongduang, Wichit Chantanusornsiri and Somhatai Mosika (Bangkok Post) ... The government should earmark 50 billion baht from its emergency loan package to strengthen Thailand's biofuel system, lifting clean energy usage and reducing reliance on fossil fuels, said Chaiwat Kovavisarach,
(Port of Rotterdam) The new partnership LAUNCH2 officially commenced during the World Hydrogen Summit & Exhibition 2026 in Rotterdam. The Port of Rotterdam Authority, the Municipality of Rotterdam and the Municipality of Schiedam, the Province of South Holland, InnovationQuarter, TU Delft,
(Sustainable Times) PuriFire Energy has secured backing through Innovate UK’s Investor Partnerships, Clean Energy and Climate Technologies program. This support gives the company fresh momentum to convert wastewater into green hydrogen and biomethane fuels with Severn Trent. At the heart of the
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) Anellotech is advancing a circular economy through its proprietary Bio-TCat and Plas-TCat thermal-catalytic technologies. Operating successfully at a Texas semi-works facility, these fluidized bed reactor processes convert non-food biomass and mixed waste plastics directly into valuable
by John Milko (Carbon 180) The process for formalizing the Department of Energy’s (DOE) FY2027 budget through annual appropriations has begun. ... The bill provides $700 million for the Hydrocarbons and Geothermal Office (HGEO), formerly known as the Fossil Energy and Carbon Management
(Congressional Algae Caucus) The Congressional Algae Caucus is a bipartisan forum created to help members of Congress and congressional staff better understand the potential of algae-based technologies. Since its launch in 2013, the caucus has helped elevate algae as a solution
(The Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (KAIST)/Tech Xplore) Naphtha, an essential feedstock for the petrochemical industry, has faced sharp price increases and supply instability in recent years, driving demand for sustainable alternatives. The KAIST-Hanwha Solutions Future Technology Research Institute,
(European Commission) Beyond the bottle: turning wine emissions into bio-based value -- The EU-funded REDWine project reuses CO2 and wastewater to grow microalgae, cutting carbon footprints by 30% and creating new revenue streams. The European wine industry is under pressure to cut emissions,
(Alternative Fuels and Chemicals Coalition) AFCC is seeking prospective recipient for the 2026 AFCC Global Biobased Economy Performance Award, presented to an organization or an individual in the organization in recognition for advancing our sector. Please provide nominees, who you believe
(Swiss Federal Department of Finance) Green hydrogen – produced from water using renewable energy – is an important sustainable fuel and energy storage medium. However, its industrial production is significantly more expensive than the conventional production of hydrogen from fossil sources.
by Luke Geiver (Ethanol Producer Magazine) Through its project company Sugar Valley Energy LLC, CE+P is in the midst of a multi-year effort to finance and build an ecosystem of growers, technology and fuel ethanol production all centered on a feedstock
(Global e-Fuels) Denmark’s Kassø Power-to-X facility, a joint venture between European Energy and Mitsui & co, has turned 86 tonnes of e-methanol into gasoline grades compatible with existing vehicles and fuel infrastructure. European Energy’s Executive Vice President and Head of PtX, Rene
(Biofuels Digest) The house lights dim. Conversations soften to a hum. In a ballroom a few blocks from the Capitol, the people who move the bioeconomy—scientists, financiers, policymakers, and entrepreneurs—lean forward. This is ABLC 2026, the long-anticipated turning point from
by Ilana Newman and Julia Tilton (The Daily Yonder) Following success halting multiple carbon dioxide pipeline projects, a local coalition in central Illinois wants to stop the use of eminent domain for these potentially dangerous pipelines. ... Before the project was stopped, the
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) ... This month, in a quieter but not entirely unrelated struggle, LanzaTech and Technical University of Denmark (DTU) announced plans to establish a next-generation C1 biofoundry in Europe. On May 5, DTU and LanzaTech unveiled a multi-year
(VTT Research) Reduciner’s innovative technology addresses one of the most difficult challenges in climate change mitigation: how to turn unavoidable industrial emissions into an asset. For industrial customers, it offers a cost-efficient way to profitably use captured CO₂, reduce dependence on
by Hanane Afeznaoui (Morocco World News) Morocco strengthened its clean energy research capacity with new projects aimed at advancing green hydrogen development and supporting the energy transition. -- Morocco launched on Tuesday (May 12, 2026) a Joint Center of Excellence in Clean Hydrogen
(Bnamericas) Colombia has outlined plans for a white hydrogen licensing framework as part of the government's push to accelerate investment in energy transition projects. The mines and energy ministry published draft rules on Wednesday that would allow companies to compete for exploration
by Lauren Dalban (Inside Climate News) Environmentalists and some state lawmakers say the process does more harm than good. Plastics producers are pushing back. -- Legislation that would reduce plastic waste in New York is advancing in the state Legislature amid a
(PEAK Sustainability Ventures/WABAG) VA Tech Wabag Limited ("WABAG"), and PEAK Sustainability Ventures ("PEAK") are pleased to announce the development of their first Bio-CNG plant in Ghaziabad, Uttar Pradesh. This Project marks the first milestone under their waste-to-energy initiative announced on January
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) Rise Reforming tackles fossil-dependent chemical production and undervalued biogas by deploying modular, on-site chemical plants at farms and wastewater facilities. Instead of burning biogas for low-margin power, Rise converts it into high-margin, low-carbon chemicals like Dimethyl
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) ... “Elegant systems. Extraordinary diagrams. Vast public subsidies. Then five years later the pilot plant is mothballed, the tax credits vanish, and everyone quietly discovers a new transition.” ... Fuel cells had long occupied a curious position within
(Pertamina) Pertamina and LanzaTech signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to develop technology-based low-carbon energy solutions during the Offshore Technology Conference (OTC) in Houston. The signing was carried out by Pertamina's Deputy President Director, Oki Muraza, and LanzaTech's Chief Executive Officer, Jennifer
by Carlos Anchando (Politico Pro Energywire) Assistant Secretary Kyle Haustveit says the department is focused on carbon utilization and applauded carbon capture incentives. -- The Trump administration is focused on how to use carbon capture technology for manufacturing and oil production rather
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) Ecolomondo uses advanced thermal processing and pyrolysis technology to transform end-of-life scrap tires into valuable industrial resources, addressing the global challenge of over one billion discarded tires annually. Their proprietary process yields recovered carbon black, pyrolysis
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) ... Technologies appearing under different names. Companies reorganizing, resurfacing, disappearing, returning. Strange capabilities emerging before the market fully understands what they are for. Fermentation seeking chemistry. Agricultural residues seeking infrastructure. Molecules searching for systems large enough
(U.S. Grains and BioProducts Council) Last week, U.S. Grains & BioProducts Council (USGBC) staff from its office in Beijing, China attended events during Shanghai Climate Week to explore collaborative opportunities between U.S. ethanol exporters and Chinese end-users and consumers. Last week,
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) Visolis is pioneering the decentralized production of chemicals and fuels using its proprietary mevalonolactone (MEV) platform, which upgrades biomass into high-value products. In a highly newsworthy development for national security, Visolis recently secured $2.86 million from
(Syntholene/Newsfile Corp) Fuel Expert Robert Rapier Validates Syntholene's Unique Pathway to Low-Cost Hydrogen and Synthetic Aviation Fuel -- Syntholene Energy Corp. (TSXV: ESAF) (FSE: 3DD0) (OTCQB: SYNTF) ("Syntholene" or the "Company") has published an independent technical and economic report (the "Report") that
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) BioMADE is tackling the critical shortage of U.S. pilot-scale biomanufacturing infrastructure to prevent domestic innovators from moving scale-up operations overseas. Supported by $208 million across 92 projects, the Department of Defense-backed institute is launching Phase I
by Lisa Gibson (Ethanol Producer Magazine) Carbon is top of mind for ethanol producers, in light of moving markets and lucrative incentives to lower CI scores. While some producers have engaged in reuse contracts for decades, others are just starting their
(Adelaide University) Scientists are advancing a promising solution to two of the world’s biggest challenges – plastic pollution and clean energy – by transforming waste plastics into valuable fuels using sunlight. A new paper led by Adelaide University PhD candidate Xiao Lu
by Leon Stille (OilPrice.com) Updated mass balance rules from International Sustainability and Carbon Certification are tightening how biomethane is traded; Biomethane is becoming central to Europe’s renewable fuels system; The impact is financial as much as regulatory—projects and trading structures must be robust and
(Ameresco/Business Wire) Ameresco, Inc. (NYSE: AMRC), a leading energy infrastructure solutions provider, and HA Sustainable Infrastructure Capital, Inc. (NYSE: HASI), a leading investor in sustainable infrastructure assets, today (May 4, 2026) announced their agreement to spin off Ameresco’s biofuels business into
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) Molecule Group is rallying support for the COP31 “Belém 4X” pledge to quadruple sustainable fuel use by 2035. A major newsworthy hurdle is the lack of endorsement from key economies, notably the U.S. and China.
(University of Cambridge) Researchers have developed a solar-powered reactor to break down hard-to-recycle forms of plastic waste – such as drinks bottles, nylon textiles and polyurethane foams – using acid recovered from old car batteries, and converting it into clean hydrogen
by Nibal Zgheib (European Bank for Reconstruction and Development) EBRD signs framework with Jordanian ministries and NEPCO to support renewables, battery storage and grid modernisation; Framework will strengthen the energy sector through reforms to improve NEPCO’s resilience and financial sustainability; Agreement will advance
(BBI International/Biomass Magazine) Ethanol Producer Magazine announced this week the six companies selected to pitch to a panel of angel investors and venture capital firms at the International Fuel Ethanol Workshop & Expo, taking place June 2-4 in St. Louis, Missouri. “Pitch
(Shenyang Agricultural University/EurekAlert!) Use of defatted cottonseed-derived biochar for biodiesel production: a closed-loop approach -- A study reveals how cottonseed waste can be transformed into clean energy, offering a promising path toward a self-sustaining and fossil fuel-free cotton industry. Researchers have developed an
by Sam A. Rushing (Advanced Cryogenics Ltd./Biofuels Digest) Despite recent announcements whereby the EPA will no longer consider CO2 a hazardous gas; the end result from this is devastating to the environment, our economy, and our lives. On the other hand,
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) ... Because today’s “Davids”—the innovators behind new chemistries—are not competing on a level field. They are being asked to fight Goliath on Goliath’s terms: • inside mature, optimized supply chains • against decades of capital investment and policy
(ResourceWise) In the race toward renewables, new innovations continue to move the dial forward toward achieving our energy goals while decreasing carbon output. One of the most exciting developments in this space is from a substance known as biochar. What is Biochar? In
(Shenyang Agricultural University/EurekAlert!) A new study reveals how a simple, low-cost material could significantly boost the production of clean hydrogen fuel from waste. Researchers have demonstrated that biochar, a carbon-rich material made from biomass, can overcome one of the biggest challenges
(Manufacturing Today) GPS Renewables has begun construction of India’s first Ethanol-to-Jet Sustainable Aviation Fuel plant at NTPC’s Green Hydrogen Hub in Andhra Pradesh. The project aims to turn ethanol into clean jet fuel, marking a major step towards low-carbon aviation and
by Kellan Heavican (Brownfield Ag News) ... John Bode, president and CEO of the Corn Refiners Associations, says farmers and the ethanol industry will play in the sector. “Just about anything that can be done with petrochemicals or plastics, can be
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) BTG Bioliquids presented its mature, commercial-ready fast pyrolysis technology, which converts non-food biomass residues into second-generation (2G) advanced biofuels. The most newsworthy aspect is their highly standardized, modular plant design that practically eliminates scale-up risks. Following
(National Research Council of Science and Technology/Phys.Org) ... A research team has developed a high-efficiency electrochemical system that simultaneously produces hydrogen and value-added chemicals using glycerol, a low-cost, abundant byproduct of biodiesel production. The findings are published in Joule. ... The study is significant in
(Sasol) Sasol has reached a major milestone in South Africa’s energy and industrial transition, with Natref becoming the first refinery in Africa to achieve product sustainability certification for key fuels production pathways, alongside certified sustainable chemicals production at Secunda Operations. The
(Fibenol) Two innovative Estonian technology companies, Fibenol and UP Catalyst, are expanding their collaboration to develop lignin-derived hard carbon and high-surface-area activated carbon for energy storage applications, including sodium-ion batteries and supercapacitors. Building on joint research that began in 2022, the two
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) ... For years, the global answer has been to climb the carbon ladder—to build back up toward familiarity. Renewable diesel. Sustainable aviation fuel. Drop-in molecules designed to preserve the structure of the system even as they
by Tina Hilding (Washington State University) A pilot study of a new method for treating sewage sludge from a wastewater treatment plant efficiently created renewable natural gas while reducing the cost of the treatment. The work, reported in the Chemical Engineering Journal, could help
(Topsoe) o Energy solutions company Abundia Global Impact Group has selected Topsoe’s HydroFlex® technology for the production of renewable fuels based on plastic waste at their three planned North American facilities. o The first of the three facilities will be located
by Connor Jack (Gasworld) Linde subsidiary White Martins has brought a 5MW green hydrogen plant online, adjacent to an industrial gas facility in Brazil. The pressurised alkaline electrolyser facility in Jacareí, São Paulo, will supply green hydrogen for a local glass manufacturer
(Fuel Cells Works) Hydrogen Utopia International PLC (LSE: HUI), a pioneering company transforming non-recyclable waste plastic into hydrogen, clean fuels and advanced materials, and which holds exclusive rights to the InEnTec PEM melter system in the MENA region, is pleased to
by James Bruggers (Inside Climate News) Freepoint Eco-Systems seeks to become a major player in so-called “chemical recycling.” Some residents and environmental advocates are fighting back. -- The Freepoint Eco-Systems plant near Hebron, Ohio, fired up its processing kilns for the first
by Enna Bartlett (Manchester) ... As global biodiesel production rises, so does the supply of low‑value glycerol by‑product, creating an opportunity for cleaner, renewable chemical manufacturing. In the new study, Manchester engineers, including Dr Carmine D'Agostino, compared a conventional packed‑bed reactor with an
by Megan Sapp (Biofuels Digest) In China, SeeTaoE reports China’s first 500,000-ton wind-solar-hydrogen-biomass green alcohol oil demonstration project began construction in Kangping County, Shenyang. It couples wind and solar electrolysis with biomass gasification, using intelligent millisecond-level scheduling to stabilize intermittent renewables into
(TECNALIA (Google Translation)) • The multichannel reactor has already been successfully tested in a pilot plant using real biogas from a wastewater treatment plant, demonstrating that the technology works under near-industrial conditions. This technology, adaptable to any industrial installation, positions TECNALIA as one
(U.S. Department of Energy) The U.S. Department of Energy’s Alternative Fuels and Feedstocks Office (AFFO), formerly known as the Bioenergy Technologies Office, and the National Laboratory of the Rockies (NLR) are launching the 2026 Waste to Energy and Materials Technical Assistance
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) ... This week, the U.S. Department of Energy opened a frontier of its own. The newly renamed Alternative Fuels and Feedstocks Office—formerly the Bioenergy Technologies Office—has launched the 2026 Waste-to-Energy and Materials Technical Assistance Program, with
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) Aemetis provided an update on its rapidly expanding dairy Renewable Natural Gas (RNG) operations. The most newsworthy milestone is the completion of 12 digesters across 15 dairies, connected by 36 miles of pipeline, with a total
by Erin Krueger (Ethanol Producer Magazine) A 2025 annual report published by Egypt-based petrochemicals company Echem details progress on the development of a $570 million sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) facility and $193 million ethanol plant. Both projects are listed as under
by Erin Krueger (Ethanol Producer Magazine) The House Committee on Rules on April 16 announced lawmakers could submit amendments that will be considered for the 2026 Farm Bill through noon on April 22. Amendments focused on year-round E15 and the Renewable
(Praj Industries/Financial Express) Praj Industries launches advanced precision fermentation lab in Pune to drive AI-led biomanufacturing, low-carbon solutions and biotech innovation in India. Praj Industries sets up AI-enabled fermentation lab in Pune to accelerate biomanufacturing, support biotech innovation and advance low-carbon industrial
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) Rob Leachman from UC Berkeley and R2DIO presented a novel approach to optimizing synthetic biology. Drawing on a comprehensive 12-year benchmarking study of semiconductor manufacturing, the most newsworthy takeaway is the application of semiconductor best practices
(Boeing) Exploring how e-SAF can strengthen Europe’s energy resilience -- Boeing and Norsk e-Fuel are expanding their strategic collaboration to accelerate the production of synthetic aviation fuel, or e-SAF, and strengthen Europe's energy resilience. The joint industrial initiative will explore how synthetic
(Verso Energy) ReSTart, an industrial project for the production of sustainable synthetic aviation fuels (e-SAF) developed by VERSO ENERGY and carried out in consortium with RAYONIER A.M. (RYAM) under the Innovation Fund, is one of the three e-SAF projects selected under
(Haffner Energy) Haffner Energy welcomes the signing of a landmark Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on 16 April 2026 between the Government of Maharashtra, India, JW Global Group, and The Seed Consortium Partners. This MoU represents approximately €15 billion (Rs 1,65,000 crore) in
(Kent) Kent, a leading global engineering and project delivery company at the forefront of the energy transition, has been awarded a contract by MorGen Energy to deliver Engineering, Procurement and Construction Management (EPCm) services for their West Wales 20MW green hydrogen
(Xinhua) A group of Chinese scientists have innovatively proposed a systematic assessment framework for the large-scale industrial application of direct seawater electrolysis for hydrogen production, providing theoretical support for the development of the marine green hydrogen industry. According to a recent research
(U.K. Department for Energy Security and Net Zero, The Rt Hon Rachel Reeves MP and The Rt Hon Ed Miliband MP) Major hydrogen project to create over 400 new jobs in technology that uses electricity to split water into hydrogen and
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) Verbio is pioneering “green solutions” by converting rapeseed methyl ester into high-value renewable molecules via ethenolysis. Their new plant in Bitterfeld, Germany, is slated for 2026 production, targeting an annual output of 17,000 tonnes of 1-Decene
by Ari Natter (Bloomberg/MSN) The Trump administration plans to preserve billions of dollars in funding for hydrogen ventures and other projects previously earmarked for termination. An Energy Department list that includes proposals backed by oil companies, utilities and others was provided to
(Gevo) Renewable Fuels Leader Continues to Advance Toward Year-End Financing Timeline -- Gevo, Inc. (NASDAQ: GEVO), a leader in renewable fuels, chemicals and carbon management, today (April 15, 2026) announced the company’s withdrawal of its loan guarantee financing application with the U.S.
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) Spero Renewables, led by a team with deep-tech scale-up expertise, introduced its proprietary SPERLU™ technology. The most newsworthy aspect of their presentation is their strategy for breaking the industry’s “Lignin Ceiling”. Traditionally, during cellulosic biomass pretreatment
by John May (Ethanol Producer Magazine) Executive Summary: The global maritime industry stands at an inflection point. Responsible for approximately 3% of global greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions — equivalent to the total annual output of Japan — international shipping faces unprecedented regulatory,
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) SunGas Renewables detailed the massive scale of their Beaver Lake Biofuels project, which utilizes the replicable SunGas S1000 system to convert green wood into Renewable Natural Gas (RNG). The most newsworthy aspect is the project’s unmatched
(PureField Ingredients/PR Newswire) Integrated platform expected to produce one of the lowest carbon intensity fuels in the world. -- PureField Ingredients announced today (April 10, 2026) that the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has approved the company's request to begin permanent geologic
(U.S. Environmental Protection Agency) Today, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) issued a permit for Marquis Carbon Injection LLC to inject and store carbon dioxide underground at its proposed injection well in Putnam County, Illinois. “Following a thorough, science-based technical review and extensive public
by Sylvain Riba and James Cron (Geostock Sandia/Carbon Capture Magazine) As momentum accelerates across the U.S. for large-scale carbon capture and sequestration (CCS), Class VI wells have emerged as the regulatory backbone enabling long-term, verifiable storage of CO2 in deep saline
by Tom Bryan (Carbon Capture Magazine) The latest edition of Ethanol Producer Magazine’s U.S. & Canada Fuel Ethanol Plant Map includes comprehensive data on carbon capture, utilization and sequestration (CCUS)—an umbrella term that encompasses all types of biogenic CO2 capture from
(University of Sharjah/EurekAlert!) Researchers have developed a method to extract bio-oil from the surface fiber waste of date palm trees, an abundant, low-cost, and sustainable biomass resource generated by an estimated 150 million date palm trees worldwide. The findings are presented in
(SUBLIME Energie/Canadian Biomass Magazine) SUBLIME Energie has inaugurated in Plélo (Côtes-d’Armor, Brittany, France) its demonstrator “Charlie,” the world’s first system capable of liquefying biogas directly on the farm. For the first time, on-farm anaerobic digestion can produce a renewable fuel without
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) Jaffe Policy Consulting presented strategies to support the conversion of agricultural feedstocks into successful biobased products, aiming to enhance U.S. agricultural sustainability. The most newsworthy updates revolve around regulatory advancements, specifically changes to the USDA 9003
(Bracewell) The Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) proposed rollback of the Greenhouse Gas Reporting Program (GHGRP) including 40 CFR part 98 subpart RR (Subpart RR) created uncertainty with respect to the requirements to qualify for Internal Revenue Code section 45Q (Section 45Q)
(Bioenergy International) In Finland, the forest industry major Metsä Group has announced that it has started a pre-engineering project for the first commercial biogenic carbon dioxide capture plant. As part of the plant’s financing plan, the company has submitted an application
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