(Drax) UK-based renewable energy leader Drax Group (Drax), and Pathway Energy LLC (Pathway), a carbon negative energy company, have reached heads of terms on a multi-year deal that could see Drax supply over 1 million tonnes of sustainable biomass pellets each
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) This presentation deck outlines a strategy for accelerating the global transition to a lower-carbon economy, focusing specifically on the production and adoption of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF). The presentation deck highlights the need for systemic-level changes
by Jennifer Kaplan (LEC Partners/Biofuels Digest) Imagine a bioeconomy where sustainability is a fundamental prerequisite. While we have made much progress on bioeconomy technology, the challenges of developing verifiably “sustainable” feedstock remains a challenge. The fact remains that to achieve the promise
by Lucas Smolcic Larson (Michigan Live) ... A proposed law introduced last year by East Lansing Democratic state Sen. Sam Singh, Senate Bill 447, would subsidize in-state purchases of the fuel for flights leaving Michigan with a tax credit of between $1.50 and
by Cindy Zimmerman (Energy.AgWired.com) Summit Carbon Solutions announced permits granted in Minnesota and North Dakota on Thursday. The Minnesota Public Utilities Commission (PUC) granted a permit for the company’s 28-mile pipeline route through Otter Tail and Wilkin Counties. In North Dakota, the company received
(Biofuels International) Omnibuses from IOV Ilmenau in Germany were successfully operated and tested on pure biodiesel fatty acid methyl ester (FAME). A project initiated by AGQM Biodiesel, examined the B100 bus fleet of IOV Ilmenau with special focus on the engine oil
(Biofuels International) Biofuel producers and investors in Europe undoubtedly face a challenging future, although maybe one with a little more hope than has been true of the past decade of high promise and low achievement. For all the ambitious words and targets
(Biofuels International) British haulage business Chamberlain Transport has switched its local Palletforce collections and delivery vehicles to now be fuelled by hydrotreated vegetable oil (HVO) supplied by Certas Energy. The family-owned company is expected to reduce its annual carbon emissions by more
(Advanced Clean Tech News) Now in its fifth year, the State of Sustainable Fleets 2024 Market Brief sheds light on an industry meeting the moment of an active transition. A slew of new emissions regulations that were adopted in the past two
(Bioeconomy Development Opportunity Zone Initiative) The North Iowa Corridor Economic Development Corporation, Ecostrat and the BDO Zone Initiative are pleased to announce the issue of an investment grade BDO Zone ‘A’ Rating for Mason City, Iowa. Mason City’s BDO Zone rating for 1,400,000 bone dry tons
(CarbonQuest and Carbfix/Business Wire) CarbonQuest, a leading distributed carbon capture technology provider, and Carbfix, the world’s leading CO2 mineral storage operator, today announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to accelerate emissions reductions in North American “hard-to-abate” facilities by deploying distributed
(LanzaTech/Globe Newswire) LanzaTech Global, Inc. (NASDAQ: LNZA) (“LanzaTech”), the carbon recycling company transforming above-ground carbon into sustainable fuels, chemicals, materials, and protein, and ArcelorMittal S.A. (NYSE: MT) (“ArcelorMittal”), the world’s leading integrated steel and mining company, today announced that ethanol from
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) This presentation deck, given by Iogen CEO Brian Foody at the ABLC Next 2024 conference, focused on the future of second-generation biofuels. The presentation begins by highlighting Iogen’s pioneering role in developing and commercializing cellulosic ethanol
(PSU Connect) This partnership is a key step in India’s efforts to achieve technological self-reliance, aligning with the government’s Aatmanirbhar Bharat initiative, the National Biofuel Policy, and broader energy security goals. -- State-owned oil major HPCL and Sea6 Energy Private Limited have
by Debarati Bhattacharjee (Engine) While some ports offer biofuel blends, infrastructure remains limited compared to that of conventional fuels. Supply is confined to a few locations, and logistics often depend on trucks or third-party arrangements rather than dedicated facilities or barges.
(Air Liquide) Air Liquide has been awarded a grant of 110 million euros from the European Innovation Fund for its ENHANCE project in the port of Antwerp-Bruges, Belgium, that aims to produce and distribute low-carbon and renewable hydrogen derived from ammonia.
(Minnesota Bio-Fuels Association) Unleaded 88 Now Available To More Minnesotans -- Minnesota now has over 500 stations that offer Unleaded 88, providing consumers across the state with more options to save at the pump and reduce air emissions. On Nov 29, a
by Blake Jackson (Kentucky Ag Connection) The Kentucky Corn Promotion Council (KYCPC) has funded research to investigate the potential health benefits of using higher ethanol blends in fuels. This initiative aims to address concerns about the negative health impacts of traditional fuels
by Michael Wayland (CNBC) -- Toyota Motor said Friday (November 8, 2024) that California-led electric vehicle mandates starting next year are “impossible” to meet. -- The regulations call for 35% of 2026 model-year vehicles, which will begin to be introduced next
(Bioeconomy Development Opportunity Zone Initiative) Boosting Regional Economic Growth and Fostering Local Business Development in Indigenous Communities -- First Indigenous Energy Services Inc., Ecostrat and the BDO Zone Initiative are pleased to announce the issue of an investment grade BDO Zone ‘BBB’ Rating for the Lesser
by Sarah Zimmerman (Agriculture Dive) A federal court overturned a 2020 rule that looked to accelerate innovation by allowing manufacturers to sidestep regulatory reviews. -- A federal court last week overturned a rule exempting genetically engineered plants from pre-market review, saying the
(Engine Technology Forum Policy Insider Blog) California’s influence on environmental and climate policy is both undeniable and increasingly controversial. A 2035 ban on the sale of new internal combustion engine (gasoline) light-duty vehicles and the mandated sale of zero-emission commercial vehicles
(px Group) Following a competitive tender process, px Group, the Teesside based infrastructure solutions business, has been awarded an operations and maintenance contract by Atlantic Fuel Supply Company (AFSC) at its fuel terminal in Foynes, Ireland, due to their experience and approach
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) This one is a presentation about Topsoe’s role in the global transition to sustainable aviation fuels (SAF). The presentation highlights Topsoe’s commitment to developing and providing technologies for producing SAF, emphasizing their 80-year history of innovation
(Air Transport Action Group) Aviation: Benefits Beyond Borders provides a global view of a truly global industry. Oxford Economics analysed the economic and social benefits of aviation at a national level in 85 countries, as well as 14 major regions / groups,
(Cleantech Group) SAF use for long-haul flights can eliminate 50% of sector emissions but will not be cost-effective for medium-haul, regional, or short-haul, which will benefit from hybrid and electric models -- Widespread use of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) could eliminate nearly
(Institute for Energy Economics and Financial Analysis (IEEFA)) South Korea can lead the sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) industry with its advanced recycling system and above-average waste recycling rate -- A new report by the Institute for Energy Economics and Financial Analysis (IEEFA) highlights
(Darling Ingredients/PR Newswire) Darling Ingredients Inc. (NYSE: DAR), the world's leading company turning food waste into sustainable products and producer of renewable energy, today announced that Avfuel Corporation, the leading independent supplier of aviation fuel and services, took the first delivery of sustainable
(Glander International Bunkering) Glander International Bunkering together with SK Trading International arranged the successful supply of 250 metric tons of Biofuel B24 in Singapore. This collaboration marks another important step toward reducing carbon emissions in the maritime industry. The delivery was made
(ERR.ee) Estonian fuel retailer Olerex has been hit with a €6 million fine after once again being found to have violated Estonia's biofuel regulations, investigative weekly Eesti Ekspress wrote. The development comes just days after the Supreme Court upheld a previous penalty of
by Tom C. Doran (Agri-News) The general manager of locally-owned ethanol plant was the recipient of the Illinois Corn Growers Association’s Ethanol Award. Eric Mosbey, of LincolnLand Agri-Energy in Palestine, who recently served as Illinois Renewable Fuels Association president, received the honor
by David Carpintero (ePURE/Ethanol Producer Magazine) ... Now that this drive for strategic autonomy and economic resilience is becoming even more vital, it’s clear that the European Union will have to make better use of domestic assets such as ethanol biorefineries. These
by Ron Lamberty (American Coalition for Ethanol/Ethanol Producer Magazine) ACE’s Hybrid Electric Flex Fuel (HEFF) demonstration project began by logging 3,688 miles on regular gasoline to establish a baseline mileage number in August 2021, and then our used 2019 Ford Fusion
by Luke Geiver (Ethanol Producer Magazine) Gevo Inc. expects to close early this year on a deal to acquire the ethanol production and carbon capture and storage assets of Red Trail Energy LLC in Richardton, North Dakota, for $210 million. Gevo
by Luke Geiver (Ethanol Producer Magazine) Yeast suppliers to the ethanol sector have steadily released new and improved products to better match the needs and wants of the industry. Using third-party yeast developers capable of selecting, testing or altering strains with
by Lisa Gibson (Ethanol Producer Magazine) ... Developing a corn hybrid traditionally takes seven to 10 years, simply because of the nature of scalability generation to generation—it takes two generations to plant just one acre, Schnable says. But the enormous database
(Volvo Trucks) As VGA works toward meeting it’s 2030 emissions reductions target, the group has announced that, from December 2024, all Volvo and Mack trucks built at Volvo Group Australia’s Wacol QLD factory will be filled with Hydro Treated Vegetable Oil
(U.S. Department of Energy) The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Bioenergy Technologies Office (BETO) has announced $52 million in funding for six university and industry projects to advance the production of low carbon intensity, purpose-grown energy crops critical to accelerating a clean energy
(U.S. Department of Energy) The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) announced awards for the FY24 Phase I Release 2 of the Small Business Innovative Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) program. Across DOE, 229 projects in 39 states received $52 million to pursue clean
(EE North America/Globe Newswire) EE North America and the Office of the Secretary of Energy of Oklahoma are proud to announce the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to collaboratively develop green energy sites in Oklahoma. This partnership focuses on
(RES/Biobased Diesel Daily) RES, the world’s largest independent company in renewable energy, announced Dec. 3 that it has signed a sales agreement with the independent asset manager and financial-service provider Prime Capital AG for the Alby hydrogen plant project in Ånge,
by Ron Kotrba (Biobased Diesel Daily) Topsoe, a global leader in carbon emission reduction technologies, announced the signing of four major low-carbon energy-technology deals between late November and early December. Green ammonia On Nov. 26, Topsoe said it has signed an agreement with
(Real Carbon Tech/Adkins Energy) Adkins Energy, LLC announced today a groundbreaking partnership with a global technology developer specializing in CO2 capture and conversion systems. This collaboration positions Adkins to enhance profitability of its core ethanol products, extend the operational lifespan of
(Agri-Pulse) USDA has submitted an interim final rule relating to the type of climate-smart agriculture crops used for biofuels. The rule, entitled “Technical Guidelines for Climate-Smart Agriculture Crops Used for Biofuel Feedstocks,” was submitted Friday (December 6, 2024). No additional details
(Fastmarkets/PR Newswire) Fastmarkets and Intercontinental Exchange (ICE) are excited to announce the launch of the ICE Used Cooking Oil (UCO) Gulf (Fastmarkets) Futures contract to meet growing demand and tackle complexity in the biofuel feedstock market. Today's launch provides market participants with a new risk-management
(Kansas State University/Phys.Org) Some of the more commonly known and grown oilseed crops in the U.S. have long been canola, soybeans and sunflowers, but a breakthrough by Kansas State University biochemists could lead to the cover crops pennycress and camelina also
(IHARA (Google Translation)) With an expanding market, sorghum stands out for its versatility, providing economic benefits for both farmers and Brazilian agribusiness -- Sorghum, one of the most cultivated cereals in the world, continues to gain prominence in Brazil, with the planted
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) Arcadia eFuels, a company headquartered in Austin, Texas, is working to develop and operate large-scale facilities that produce eFuels like eSAF, eDiesel, and eNaphtha. They believe eFuels are a key solution for decarbonizing the energy sector
by Kate Abnett (Reuters) ... The EPP (European People's Party) document said the EU's 2035 ban on sales of new CO2-emitting cars "should be reversed", to ensure that sales of combustion engine cars that run on biofuels and other alternative fuels can
(Neste) Closing in on the year 2030, we are also closing in on the first major interim target when it comes to reducing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions and efforts to limit CO2 concentration in the atmosphere. Transportation must pay its share
by Fatima Bahtić (Offshore Energy) The Port of Tanjung Pelepas (PTP), a joint venture between MMC Group and APM Terminals, has completed the first methanol bunkering operation for a Maersk dual-fuel methanol container vessel. -- The container vessel, named Antonia Maersk, is
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) This presentation deck from ResourceWise, a consulting firm specializing in biofuel markets, highlights the growing global demand for Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) and bio-based diesel. The presentation deck focuses on the increasing adoption of SAF and
by Sean Pratt (Western Producer) Chris Vervaet, executive director of the Canadian Oilseed Processors Association, which represents most of the crushers operating in Canada, called the importation of used cooking oil a “very big risk” to the canola industry, undermining what
(VietnamNet Global) Biofuels are part of the country’s strategy to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. -- Vietnam has an abundance of raw materials for biofuel production which could be the key to transforming the transportation sector and moving towards sustainable growth, according to
(Fitch Solutions) • As sustainable aviation fuel becomes pivotal in the aviation industry's decarbonisation efforts, significant opportunities are emerging for key markets involved in biofuel feedstock production. Policies and legislative measures in major markets like Europe and the US underscore the urgency
by Harry Clyne, Vinicius Damazio, Suzanna Hayek, and Phillip Herring ((S&P Global) Free trade deal agreed, still to be ratified; Mid to long-term impact on European dynamics expected; Brazil to fulfil majority of duty-free ethanol quota -- The European Union and
(Minnesota Bio-Fuels Association) The Minnesota Bio-Fuels Association (MN Bio-Fuels) released its 2024 Annual Report at an event for its members and industry stakeholders in Eagan yesterday (December 5, 2024). “As we approach the end of 2024, I’m proud to report that the
by Yackjaira Van Den Bergh (Phillips 66) Phillips 66 and United Airlines have signed an agreement under which Phillips 66 will supply sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) to United Airlines at Chicago O’Hare International Airport (ORD) and Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), helping
(U.S. Department of Agriculture) New deep-dive videos about the U.S. Department of Energy Bioenergy Technologies Office's (BETO's) 2023 Billion-Ton Report (BT23) are now available to help users access and apply the report findings and associated online data resources. -- New deep-dive videos
(OPIS Talks Podcast) In this episode of OPIS Talks, you'll hear from Megan Boutwell, president of Stillwater Associates, an energy consulting firm focused on the energy transition. Boutwell shares insights into what we might expect from the biofuels and LCFS markets
(National Business Aviation Association) The pilot and director of corporate flight operations takes a proactive, holistic approach to aviation decarbonization. -- For Scott Evans, director of demonstration, airborne customer support and corporate flight operations at Gulfstream Aerospace, focusing on sustainability is nothing
(Edison Next) ... By promoting an ecological transition that favors the use of low environmental impact vehicles, we are also in line with the objectives of the 2030 Agenda for sustainable development of the EU. In this context , green mobility brings
by Poliana Dallabrida ( Repórter Brasil) Plants certified to produce jet fuel have been linked to recent cases of slave labor and deaths in sugarcane fields. The increase in reported labor abuses is partly due to the growing outsourcing of labor
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) This presentation deck is an overview of Ariel Green, a division of Ariel Re, a Lloyd’s of London syndicate focused on providing Technology Performance Insurance (TPI) for clean energy projects. Ariel Green offers investment-grade policies backed
(Bernama/The Sun) The Ministry of Science, Technology, and Innovation (MOSTI) aims to produce two million tons of hydrogen annually, scaling up to 16 million tons by 2050 in an Emission Driven Scenario (EDS) under the Economy and Technology Roadmap (HETR). Science, Technology,
by Sangita Shetty (Solar Quarter) Steel Authority of India Limited (SAIL), India’s largest public sector steel producer and a Maharatna company, has entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with John Cockerill India Limited (JCIL), the Indian arm of the global
(edie) The Scottish Government has published the nation’s first hydrogen export plan, setting out plans to develop regional hydrogen ‘hubs’ which co-locate production, storage and transportation infrastructure. Scotland will strive to be a “key producer and exporter of renewable hydrogen by 2030”,
(SGN) We have reached a key milestone on our H100 Fife project, with the completion of the construction of the world’s first domestic hydrogen gas network in Levenmouth, Fife. Green hydrogen gas, created using renewable electricity from a local 7MW offshore wind
by Lorena Ortega (Castellón Plaza) Castellón Green Hydrogen now has 1.2 million -- Bp and Iberdrola have just injected 900,000 euros into Castellón Green Hydrogen SL , the joint venture created for the development of the first green hydrogen project undertaken by both companies. Both companies signed
(U.S. Grains Council) Executive leadership from the U.S. Grains Council (USGC), Growth Energy and the Renewable Fuels Association (RFA) recently traveled to Southeast Asia (SEA) to underscore the U.S. industry’s support of the governments of Indonesia and Vietnam as they expand
by Erin Voegele (Ethanol Producer Magazine) The U.S. EPA on Dec. 5 issued a proposed rule to partially waive the compliance year 2024 renewable volume obligation (RVO) for cellulosic biofuel under the Renewable Fuel Standard. The rulemaking also proposes to extend
by Margy Eckelkamp (AgWeb) Five years after their introduction, carbon offset markets have evolved, and some have disappeared. -- Carbon offset markets caused quite the buzz in 2020 with a flurry of more than a dozen opportunities for farmers being introduced in
(Air Transport Action Group/EIN Newswires) The Aviation: Benefits Beyond Borders report provides an in-depth look at the economic and social contributions of the global aviation sector. -- This report pays tribute to the spirit of the Chicago Convention, which has enabled connectivity
(Minnesota Pollution Control Agency) Freeborn County Cooperative Oil Company failed to install and upgrade equipment compatible with the fuels it was storing at seven of its convenience stores in Freeborn and Mower counties, according to a Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA)
(easyJet/Biobased Diesel Daily) European airline easyJet announced in late November that it and Braathens Renavia, in partnership with Mana Group and World Fuel Services, have signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) for the long-term supply of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) for
(Asian Development Bank) The Asian Development Bank (ADB) and SAFCO Venture Holdings Limited (SAFCO) have signed a landmark $86.2 million financial package to finance the construction and operation of a sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) facility in Sheikhupura, Pakistan, the first private
(TotalEnergies) On the occasion of the visit of the President of the French Republic Emmanuel Macron to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, and in the presence of His Royal Highness Prince Abdulaziz bin Salman Al Saud, Saudi Minister of Energy, Aramco,
by Ulrik Frøhlke (Topsoe) • Topsoe to provide e-Methanol synthesis technology and engineering support for Forestal del Atlántico’s Triskelion project, located in Galicia, Spain. Final investment decision (FID) for the project is expected in June 2025, and first operation is planned for January
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) This presentation deck outlines the USDA Rural Development (RD) initiatives to bolster the bioeconomy. It highlights RD’s key priorities, including promoting equity, combating climate change, and expanding markets for rural communities. The presentation deck details how
(RP Global) The partnership was launched at the end of November 2024, at the Argentine-German Chamber of Industry and Commerce (AHK Argentina) headquarters in Buenos Aires. Officials from the national government and the province of Santa Cruz, representatives from both
(Sogestran Group) The ZULU 06, the first hydrogen-powered inland vessel developed by the Sogestran Group, was christened today, December 3rd, in Paris by its godmother, Valérie Bouillon-Delporte, Executive Director of the Clean Hydrogen Partnership, in the presence of François Durovray, Minister
by Ajsa Habibic (Offshore Energy) Pursuing the goal of zero direct emissions by 2040, Danish ferry operator Scandlines has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with engine manufacturer Caterpillar Motoren to investigate the use of e-methanol on MaK-powered ferries. -- Under the
(Marine Link) The Global Centre for Maritime Decarbonization (GCMD) has introduced a new technique that creates a fingerprint for Fatty Acid Methyl Esters (FAME) biofuels that can identify the origins of the fuel's feedstock. The shipping industry is increasingly using biofuels, such as FAME,
(North Sea Port) North Sea Port and Ghent-based Terra Mater BV are collaborating with the Brazilian group Petrom to produce sustainable aviation fuel and basic chemicals. Terra Mater will utilize its proprietary 2X Alcohol-to-Jet technology, developed in Ghent, for this venture. Under
(Liquid Sun) The market for sustainable aviation fuel (eSAF) is predicted to grow from €2 billion in 2030 to over €60 billion by 2050. Finnish company Liquid Sun aims to be at the forefront of this exploding market growth. Finnish technology company
(U.S. Department of Agriculture) ARS researchers are finding innovative ways to reduce food loss and waste – from farm to table. -- The Agricultural Research Service (ARS) is the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s chief scientific in-house research agency. Our job is finding
(American Energy Society) Her work offers new ways to think about resiliency and our relationship with the environment. -- 2024 was yet another year of extreme weather in the US and around the world. After making landfall on the coast of Florida
(Freeport of Riga) The first Baltic-scale production of renewable fuels - HVO (hydrotreated vegetable oil) and SAF (sustainable aviation fuel) products - will be established in the Port of Riga in cooperation with investors from Ukraine. These innovative, high value-added products
by Ajsa Habibic (Offshore Energy) Norwegian tanker operator Stolt Tankers has revealed that all ships in its inland tanker fleet will be bunkered with renewable fuel in December, delivering around an 18% reduction in carbon emissions. According to the operator, all ships
(Antara) Minister of Energy and Mineral Resources Bahlil Lahadalia announced on Monday that Indonesia is preparing to set up a methanol factory worth US$1.2 billion. The factory will be constructed in 2025 in Bojonegoro, East Java, he said during a meeting with
by Jimmy Troderman (U.S. Energy Information Administration) In 2024, the U.S. East Coast became a consistent destination for small volumes of renewable diesel as a few suppliers and local governments began offering or consuming the fuel. Because no renewable diesel is produced
by Brandon Peoples (Brownfield Ag News) The chairwoman of National Sorghum Producers says the group will continue to promote sorghum as an option to help meet biofuels production goals. Amy France says in terms of climate-friendly crops, sorghum ranks near the top. “As we look at
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) This presentation by Michele Demers of Boundless Impact outlines the company’s approach to using Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) and Techno-Economic Analysis (TEA) to evaluate clean technologies for investors. Boundless offers “Baseline LCAs” and “Full LCAs” that
by Donna Eller (Des Moines Register) Wolf Carbon Solutions is withdrawing its petition to build a 95-mile carbon capture pipeline through eastern Iowa, according to a filing Monday with the Iowa Utilities Commission. Wolf planned to capture carbon dioxide emissions at Archer Daniel
by Wes Venteicher (Politico Pro) A bipartisan group of legislators plans to re-introduce a proposal Monday aimed at reducing the cost of California gasoline by allowing more ethanol to be blended into it. The bill from the Legislative Problem Solvers Caucus, which is
by Joanna Plucinska (Reuters) Most of the world's airlines are not doing enough to switch to sustainable jet fuel, according to a study by Brussels-based advocacy group Transport and Environment, which also found too little investment by oil producers in the transition. The airline
by Scott Patterson (Wall Street Journal/MSN) Donald Trump’s campaign-trail vow to end President Biden’s signature climate law is running into a cold reality: Too many Republican lawmakers want to keep it. The Inflation Reduction Act has channeled billions of dollars to renewable-energy
(UECC and Titan) UECC vessels to sail on biomethane supplied by Titan for rest of 2024 and most of 2025, representing largest ongoing LBM commitment in shipping -- United European Car Carriers (UECC) and Titan Clean Fuels (Titan) have signed a new
(Cosmo Oil) Cosmo Oil Co., Ltd. (hereafter, "Cosmo Oil"), JGC Holdings Corporation (hereafter, "JGC"), and REVO International Inc. (hereafter, "REVO International") announced that they entered into an agreement with Sakai City on November 22, 2024. The agreement, titled Agreement on Collaboration
(Rotterdam-Singapore Green and Digital Shipping Corridor) The Rotterdam-Singapore Green and Digital Shipping Corridor (GDSC) partners have conducted a successful pilot for the bunkering of mass-balanced liquefied bio-methane (LBM) at the Port of Rotterdam (PoR) on 19 October 2024. A total
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) This presentation deck by Futuria Fuels discusses the company’s efforts to develop renewable propane, a clean alternative fuel. The presentation deck highlights the importance of biopropane as a by-product of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) production and
(Korea JoongAng Daily) Hyundai Motor, Korea's top automaker, signed an initial agreement with the southeastern city of Ulsan and the Chinese city of Guangzhou on Monday to facilitate the development of the global hydrogen ecosystem, according to its officials. Under the agreement,
(Haffner Energy) Inaugurated today (November 22, 2024), Haffner Energy’s hydrogen production, testing and training center is about to start producing renewable hydrogen using its patented biomass and organic waste thermolysis process. The project, a laureate of the France 2030 and Territoires
by Noha El Tawil (Egypt Today) Poland's Hynfra plans to establish in Egypt one of five green ammonia plants that will target Middle Eastern and European markets, and whose capacity will be 100,000 tons per annum in the first phase that will
(AGQM) Interested companies can register until 13th January 2025. Additives are used in fuels of fossil or sustainable origin to positively influence their properties. To ensure that these substances do not cause any negative interactions with the fuel, other additives or the engines,
(Business Oulu) French company Verso Energy is reserving a site for a new plant to produce hydrogen and synthetic fuels at the Port of Oulu, northern Finland. -- Verso Energy has already launched several projects in France to build hydrogen and
by Jung Suk-yee (Business Korea) Company Pioneers Circular Naphtha from Pyrolysis Oil and Bio Naphtha from Waste Cooking Oil -- In a series of groundbreaking developments, HD Hyundai Oilbank has made significant strides in the biofuel and circular economy sectors, positioning itself as a
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) This presentation deck highlights Valmet’s expertise in biomass conversion, particularly focusing on transforming green waste into valuable biofuels. Valmet, a global leader in this space, provides a range of technologies and services, including BioTrac pretreatment and
(The Maritime Executive) The well-known Danish fund manager Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners (CIP) which focuses on renewable energy investments is moving forward to develop ammonia-fueled carriers to lead in the energy transition. Its Energy Transition Fund entered into agreements with Norwegian shipping
(Qatar Energy) Under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, the Amir of the State of Qatar, His Highness Sheikh Abdullah bin Hamad Al Thani, the Deputy Amir, laid the foundation stone of the blue ammonia plant
(Growth Energy) On Wednesday, November 20th, Growth Energy, along with Clean Fuels Alliance America, filed a new opening brief with the U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit (Case No. 20-1046) challenging the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) failure to fully account
(Auramarine) Auramarine, the leading fuel supply systems pioneer for the marine, power and process industries, has announced that it will deliver two shipsets of Diesel Fuel Oil (DFO) and Liquid Biofuel (LBO) supply systems to Meriaura, a leading Finnish shipping company. The
(Invizyne Technologies) Project is part of the U.S. Department of Defense’s BioMADE initiative to support U.S. bioindustrial manufacturing innovations and workforce development -- Invizyne Technologies, Inc., (NASDAQ: IZTC) ("Invizyne"), a leading designer of cell-free, enzyme-based biomanufacturing systems to produce commercially important
(Office of Shelly Moore Capito (R-WV)) Today (November 22, 2024), U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.), Ranking Member of the Environment and Public Works (EPW) Committee, and U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (I-W.Va.), Chairman of the Senate Committee on Energy and Natural
(University of Oklahoma/PR Newswire) The $18.7M project, funded by the U.S. Department of Energy, will research potential carbon storage sites. -- A team of researchers from across the University of Oklahoma Mewbourne College of Earth and Energy, Los Alamos National Laboratory, with industry partners, have been
(CO2SMOS) The CO2SMOS Consortium Urges EU Policymakers to Address Key Gaps in Regulatory and Funding Frameworks to Enable Widespread Adoption of Sustainable CO₂-Based Chemicals As the EU advances its efforts to reduce fossil fuel dependency and foster a circular carbon economy, the
(Bio Friends) Currently Proposing a Regulatory Sandbox for 12% DME Blending of LPG Fuel -- On November 18, Gyeonggi LPG Sales Association, Korea DME Association, Dawon F&C, and Biofriends Co., Ltd. held a business agreement ceremony at Biofriends Co., Ltd. DME Plant
(Metsä Group) Metsä Group’s tissue paper business is taking an important step towards more sustainable transports of its tissue products by arranging part of its outbound transports to customers in Scandinavia with fossil-free fuels. This shift is part of the company’s
(Crown Oil) We are thrilled to have supplied 1 million litres of Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil (HVO) to fuel the world-famous RRS Sir David Attenborough, operated by the British Antarctic Survey (BAS) on its voyage from Maderia and Montevideo. Using HVO is helping BAS, and its
(Mærsk Mc-Kinney Møller Center for Zero Carbon Shipping) The Mærsk Mc-Kinney Møller Center for Zero Carbon Shipping is unveiling an updated version of its Fuel Pathway Maturity Map, providing the shipping and financial sectors with a comprehensive overview of the advancements
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) This presentation deck provides an overview of Twelve, a company that develops and produces sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) through a process called Power-to-Liquid (PtL). The presentation highlights Twelve’s innovative technology, which uses electrochemistry to convert carbon
(The Hindu Business Line) ... Praj Industries is setting its sights on opportunities across sectors like sustainable aviation fuel (SAF), biopolymers, and energy transition and climate action (ETCA), with ambitious plans to triple its revenues by 2030. At a press conference, Dr
DHL’s GoGreen Plus program is innovative in reshaping logistics to lower environmental strain. Aiming to redefine global transportation, the program integrates advanced solutions such as Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF), which uses renewable resources like plant oils to cut emissions, along with carbon-neutral strategies and emission-tracking
(Money and Banking Online) THAI joins hands with PTTGC-OR to drive the Thai aviation industry into the era of sustainable energy, moving forward with the full use of aviation fuel or SAF, reducing greenhouse gas emissions by up to 80%, the
(Solarig) • The company is intensifying its efforts in the race for decarbonization, reaffirming its Climate commitments. This initiative comes ahead of the Final Declaration of COP29 in Baku, with a portfolio of sustainable fuel production projects that will avoid the
by Mark Phelps (AvWeb) With new unleaded fuels coming to market, pilots are cautioned to avoid misfueling. -- The Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA), in association with the Eliminate Aviation Gasoline Lead Emissions (EAGLE) initiative, posted a warning today (posted below
(The Hindu Business Line) Two-wheeler makers also expected to adopt the technology, according to Gadkari -- Major automobile manufacturers, including Mahindra, Toyota, Hyundai, and Tata, will introduce 100 per cent ethanol-powered vehicles over the next five months, with two-wheeler makers also adopting
Compiled by Jerry L. Hatfield, Ying Wang, Marty D. Matlock, and Charles W. Rice (CAST-Science) In 2020, U.S. Farmers & Ranchers in Action (USFRA) established an independent scientific working group to analyze the potential for U.S. agriculture to collectively reduce greenhouse gas (GHG)
by Jay Miller (NGT News) Clean Energy Fuels Corp. has opened a newly expanded renewable natural gas (RNG) fueling station in the city of Carson, California. Designed, constructed and operated by Clean Energy, this station is owned by Los Angeles County Sanitation Districts (Districts)
(Eni) oday, Eni CEO Claudio Descalzi and MSC Group President, Diego Aponte, signed a memorandum of understanding aimed at developing joint initiatives in the field of sustainability and energy transition. Eni, an integrated energy company committed to the energy transition towards carbon
(NORDEN) Today (November 26, 2024), Danish shipping company NORDEN announced a sustainable maritime fuel agreement with Meta aimed at advancing the decarbonisation of the maritime industry. “We are proud to include Meta to our growing list of customers looking to decarbonise their maritime supply chains,” says
(Bulawayo) The Zimbabwe Energy Regulatory Authority (ZERA) has reaffirmed its directive for full compliance with Statutory Instrument 150 of 2024, which mandates the blending of anhydrous ethanol with unleaded petrol. The regulation, which took effect at the end of August 2024,
(Lyste/Globe Newswire) Lystek International (Lystek) is excited to announce the LysteMize Livestock Waste Characterization Study with support from the Department of Natural Resources Canada and Brown and Caldwell. Lystek has been awarded approximately $585,000 from the federal government’s Energy Innovation Program, as part of the Clean Fuels
(Advanced Biofuels Canada/EIN Newswire) New report shows significant ramp up in adoption of low carbon fuels and cost-effective avoided emissions -- Advanced Biofuels Canada (ABFC) announced the release of the ninth annual Navius Research Biofuels in Canada (BIC) report, the annual quantitative report
(Eco-Energy/Business Wire) Eco-Energy, a leading player in the low-carbon solutions sector, announced the expansion of its Transport Emission Reduction Certificate (TERC) program with the launch of TERC-Biodiesel and TERC-Renewable Diesel. These new TERC certificates are a revolutionary voluntary carbon program designed
(Chevron Renewable Energy Group) Completion of facility allows for renewable natural gas injection into PG&E pipeline -- Completion of the project was celebrated on November 19 with a ribbon cutting celebration at the central processing facility site. CalBioGas Hilmar LLC, a joint investment
(Infinium/PR Newswire) Purchase agreement is for commercial volumes of e-SAF over a 10-year period; IAG expects to start receiving fuel deliveries from Infinium in 2026 -- International Airlines Group (IAG) today announced a new Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) purchase agreement with e-SAF
(TotalEnergies) In line with its 2030 ambition to decarbonize the hydrogen used in its European refineries, TotalEnergies has joined forces with Air Liquide to produce renewable hydrogen at La Mède in southeast France. This new project complements the Masshylia project to produce green hydrogen by
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) This presentation, given by Jesse Colangelo of the National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL), outlines the Agile BioFoundry, a consortium of seven U.S. Department of Energy national laboratories dedicated to accelerating biomanufacturing. The Agile BioFoundry focuses on
by Gemma Handy (BBC) ... Now, a pioneering group of Caribbean scientists and environmentalists hope to turn the tide on the problem by transforming the troublesome algae into a lucrative biofuel. ... They recently launched one of the world’s first vehicles powered by
(Fuel Cells Works/Compact Syngas Solutions) • Waste-to-hydrogen producer Compact Syngas Solutions is supplying 200kg of hydrogen to power a groundbreaking zero emission 40-day sea trial in March 2025 The partnership between two British clean technology innovators will be one of the first times hydrogen
(Renewable Fuels Association) Once again, the Renewable Fuels Association has received grants to extend its award-winning ethanol safety training programs into 2025. The new round of grants brings the total funds received by RFA for safety training to more than $1
(Renewable Fuels Association) In comments submitted today (November 25, 2024) in response to a request for information from the California Air Resources Board, the Renewable Fuels Association urged the state agency to do more to ensure the integrity of imported used cooking oil
(Auramarine) Auramarine and Quadrise will develop innovative solutions to improve operational efficiencies and decarbonise energy-intensive applications in the marine sector. -- Auramarine Ltd., the leading fuel supply systems pioneer for the marine and other industries and Quadrise Plc, the supplier of innovative
by Victor Garlington (Bioeconomy Solutions) Green methanol from paulownia woody biomass is a promising sustainable alternative to fossil-fuel-derived methanol. Green methanol is produced using renewable resources and has the potential to significantly reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Here’s a breakdown of the process
(ACS Green Chemistry Institute) The annual GCCAs showcase the most innovative achievements in green chemistry. This prestigious recognition acknowledges advancements in the incorporation of green chemistry and engineering into chemical design, manufacturing, and use. The GCCAs have been a joint initiative by
by Jeff Melchior (Manitoba Co-operator) Facility to tap ag byproducts for sustainable aviation fuel in Minnesota -- A US$5-billion project close to the Canadian border will manufacture sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) using low-value ag by-products and forest waste. DG Fuels, a U.S.-owned sustainable
by Felix Safo Danquah* (3 News) ... Environmental sanitation is a topical issue in Ghana as the sanitation value chain has serious gaps which renders it ineffective and needs to be addressed. According to the World Bank as of 2021, only 25.3%
(UK Department for Transport and The Rt Hon Louise Haigh MP) The Jet Zero Taskforce will serve as the driving force to make flying a cleaner, greener experience. -- Secretary of State for Transport launches new Jet Zero Taskforce with some of the most senior
(U.S. Environmental Protection Agency) EPA’s 50th Annual Automotive Trends Report shows that all large automotive manufacturers are meeting current GHG standards -- Today, Nov. 25, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency released its 50th annual Automotive Trends Report, demonstrating that model year 2023
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