(ChiniMandi) India is likely to shift to ethanol-blended aviation fuel by mid-2027, gradually ramping it up in phases, with the addition of more than two dozen distilleries supported by federal biofuel incentives, an official familiar with the details said on Sunday,
by Geoff Cooper (Renewable Fuels Association/Wall Street Journal) Derrick Morgan and Mario Loyola ask “Can Trump’s EPA Break the Ethanol Habit?” (op-ed, Dec. 5), but they misunderstand the subject. The Renewable Fuel Standard isn’t an “ethanol mandate.” Refiners can blend any renewable fuel they’d
by Asparuh Koev (Transmetrics/Biofuels Digest) The Trump administration’s plan to scale back the Biden-era fuel-efficiency standards may trim compliance costs for manufacturers and even reduce the sticker price on new vehicles. Yet for fleet owners, any upfront relief is likely to be short-lived.
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) ... After decades of laboratory work, pilot plants, and demonstrations, the sector is pivoting—decisively—from invention to execution. The chemistry has been proven. The technologies have been validated. What comes next is not about breakthroughs, but
by Vivek Waghmode (BioEnegy Times) In a major move to advance clean energy adoption and bolster the Centre’s green agenda, the Indian Army has officially incorporated biodiesel into its fuel network. The initiative was inaugurated at a ceremony in New Delhi, where
(Precedence Research/Yahoo! Finance/Globe Newswire) According to Towards Chemical and Materials Consulting ™, The global sustainable aviation fuel market was estimated to be USD 2.31 billion in 2025 and is projected to reach USD 357.41 billion by 2035, at a CAGR of
(Rolls-Royce) Rolls-Royce, easyJet, Heathrow and University College London Air Transportation Systems Lab (UCL ATSLab) published a report highlighting how hydrogen-powered aircraft could enable European and UK aviation to cut carbon emissions while supporting future growth. The study, Enabling Hydrogen in the European Aviation
(Maryland Biofuels Task Force) Report highlights lower fuel prices and immediate reductions in carbon and air-toxic emissions under a proposed Clean Fuel Standard. — The Maryland Biofuels Task Force, a diverse coalition of ~50 subject-matter experts representing 30+ agricultural, environmental, governmental,
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) The Pacific Northwest is positioning itself as a premier Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) hub, leveraging over 50 million acres of woody biomass and strong policy frameworks like Washington’s Clean Fuel Standard. This guide outlines a multi-modal
Two-part webinar How are mandates impacting the sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) market? We have gathered our global market experts to present a two-part webinar series that delivers a comprehensive market analysis and the opportunity to join live Q&A sessions. Now available on demand. Session
by Mike Soraghan (Politico Pro Energywire) The study was mostly complete, meaning taxpayers paid for safety information they'll never see, a watchdog group said. -- Federal officials have quietly canceled research into the dangers of pipelines carrying carbon dioxide and hazardous substances, according
by Jared White (Brownfield Ag News) Major changes to the 45Z tax credit are set to go into effect at the end of the month. Scott Irwin, ag economist at the University of Illinois, says the
(International Association of Classification Societies) Council of the International Association of Classification Societies reviews progress across its extensive work programme with emphasis on Decarbonisation, Digitalisation, Common Structural Rules and Quality performance. IACS Council (C92) met in London last week (week of December
(United Nations Industrial Development Organization) A shift from conventional sources of energy for cooking raises the question of what alternatives exist. Cooking is an energy-intensive process, so the transition needs to be to sources that can meet the energy demand, are
(Haffner Energy) Haffner Energy announces the signing of a major strategic partnership in Canada, just weeks after unveiling its H6 product line to the public. This agreement marks a major breakthrough for the company and reverses the trend of a difficult
by Dames Alexander Sinaga (Xinhua) Indonesia aims to halt diesel fuel imports in 2026 as the government accelerates its biodiesel program and boosts domestic refinery capacity, marking a major step toward strengthening energy security and reducing reliance on foreign fuel supplies. A
by Meghan Sapp (Biofuels Digest) In Oman, IFC – International Finance Corporation is collaborating with LanzaTech to support the development of Oman’s first Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) plant. The collaboration will aim to assess key technical and financial aspects of the groundbreaking
(Teagasc) Teagasc today, December 11th, announced the publication of a landmark research report assessing the potential for agriculture-based anaerobic digestion (AD) to support Ireland’s growing biomethane industry. The report, produced under the FLEET Project (Farm Level Economic, Environmental and Transport Modelling of
(Topsoe) • Topsoe has been chosen to deliver advanced Solid Oxide Electrolyzer Cell (SOEC) technology, consuming 120MW green power for Carbon Neutral Fuels’ e-SAF (Sustainable Aviation Fuel) project called Project Starling in Workington, UK. The plant is expected to produce 25,000 metric tons of e-SAF per
(Clean Energy Technologies) Clean Energy Technologies, Inc. (Nasdaq: CETY) (“CETY” or the “Company”), a clean energy technology company delivering scalable solutions in power generation, storage, waste-to-energy, and heat-to-power, today (December 10, 2025) announced a dedicated HTAP™ based platform designed for integration with
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) ... ANVIL Not… beer? A.D. Nope. Biogas. Renewable methane. Think of it like this: Tastes great to the markets: new contracts, new plants, new revenue — Germany building upgrading units like they’re offensive lines. Less filling for the planet: lower CI, lower methane, lower
(Nebraska Corn Board/Morning Ag Clips) The Nebraska Corn Board (NCB) is accepting applications for the Ethanol Infrastructure Grant Program, which helps Nebraska fuel retailers add or expand higher ethanol blend options such as E15, E30 and E85. The program is designed
by Alex Nieves (Politico Pro) Gov. Gavin Newsom signed a law this year with the aim of lowering gasoline prices by blending more ethanol into fuel. -- California environmental regulators on Thursday (December 11, 2025) endorsed higher ethanol content in gasoline, paving
by Marie J. French (Politico Pro) Polluters will have to report greenhouse gas emissions in the Empire State. -- Power plants, factories, large dairy farms, landfills, fuel suppliers and other polluters based in New York will have to provide emissions reports to
by Jim Giles (Trellis) The impact of the bloc’s Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism extends well beyond the hard-to-abate sectors covered by the legislation. -- Key Takeaways: Imports into the European Union from six hard-to-abate sectors will be subject to a carbon fee from
(Celignis) Celignis USA Corporation, the U.S. franchise of bioeconomy analytics and bioprocess development leader Celignis, today announced the launch of commercial operations at its 10,000 sq. ft. laboratory in Waterloo, Iowa. Celignis USA will offer the full Celignis portfolio of analytical and
(Mitsui O.S.K. Lines) Mitsubishi Shipbuilding Co., Ltd., a part of Mitsubishi Heavy Industries group, Imabari Shipbuilding Co., Ltd., "K" LINE, MOL, NYK Line, JMU and NSY have concluded a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to establish a standard design framework to efficiently
(European Biogas Association) The European Biogas Association (EBA) today (December 10, 2025) unveils the 15th edition of its Statistical Report, the landmark annual publication offering the most comprehensive assessment of biogas and biomethane markets in Europe. The 2024–2025 dataset underscores the
(Brazil Stock Guide) Fuel distributor sells its 49.99% stake to Copersucar as it reshapes ethanol sourcing strategy and tightens capital discipline. Vibra Energia (B3: VBBR3) has signed an agreement to sell its full 49.99% stake in ECE S.A., known commercially as Evolua
(BNDES News Agency (Google Translation)) With resources from BNDES Mais Inovação, FS will store underground the CO2 produced in the manufacture of corn ethanol in Lucas do Rio Verde (MT). -- The Brazilian Development Bank (BNDES) has approved R$ 384.3 million to
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) Montana Renewables is aggressively scaling, having reached a 45 million gallon per year SAF run rate in 2024, with plans to hit 150 million gallons by 2026. As a joint venture between Calumet and Warburg Pincus,
by Hendrik Waegeman (Bio Base Europe Pilot Plant/Biofuels Digest) ... I often feel like I’m somewhere between Tocqueville and Borat — impressed by American innovation, but puzzled by the anti-science politics that seem to hold it back. Europe, meanwhile, is often
by Park Seong-su (Sisa Journal (Google Translation)) Expanding application areas, from hydrogen mobility to next-generation energy sources. -- Hyundai Motor Company plans to apply hydrogen technology across industries and develop new products. Hyundai Motor Company plans to build a hydrogen mobility ecosystem by
(Caixin Global) A coalition of top Chinese state-owned enterprises and academic institutions has launched a campaign to promote dimethyl ether (DME) as a next-generation marine fuel, positioning it as a cleaner and safer alternative to more established options like methanol and
by Kapil Kajal (Interesting Engineering) The reactor design is classified as a fourth-generation nuclear system and is expected to have a 40-year operational lifespan. -- China plans to build the world’s first nuclear-powered container ship, a project that could change commercial shipping as
by Bojan Lepic (Splash247) Mitsui O.S.K. Lines (MOL), Sinopec, and Marubeni have signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) for the establishment of a long-term supply system for marine biodiesel fuel. This memorandum aims to establish a long-term and stable supply system for
(American Soybean Association/Morning Ag Clips) Researchers modeled three scenarios and found that the half-RIN approach delivers the greatest economic benefit to U.S. soybean farmers -- A new economic analysis finds that EPA’s proposal to assign 50% of the Renewable Identification Number (RIN)
(Renewable Fuels Association) The American Biofuels Maritime Initiative (ABMI), a unified group of bioenergy stakeholders co-chaired by the Renewable Fuels Association and the American Biogas Council (ABC), announced its official launch today. The new group plans to work with President Trump’s Administration and Congress to
(Biofuels Digest) As the aviation industry accelerates its push toward net-zero, the role of advanced catalysis in enabling sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) production is becoming increasingly critical. Ketjen, a global leader in refinery catalyst solutions, is committed to help its customers in
by David Priestman (Logistics Business) Grangemouth-based Scottish green chemical producer Celtic Renewables has partnered with LogChain, a digital supply chain and logistics software developer, to make international shipping more sustainable with the first digitalised shipment of green chemicals. Celtic used LogChain’s private
(Viet Stock) Experts and businesses are calling for a clear roadmap for E10 biofuel implementation to gradually replace traditional unleaded petrol to reduce emissions from vehicles. The Ministry of Industry and Trade issued Circular 50/2025/TT-BCT, setting out a national roadmap for adopting
(BBI International) Nominations are now open for the Groundbreaker of the Year Award, the Excellence in Bioenergy Award, and the newly introduced Women in Biomass Award The International Biomass Conference & Expo is currently accepting nominations for the Groundbreaker of the Year
by Danielle Pope (ABC) Innovators and farmers are calling for greater backing to help establish a domestic biofuel industry. The Clean Energy Finance Corporation estimates an Australian low-carbon fuel industry could be worth $36 billion by 2050. What's next? The federal government has established
(Grain Journal) ... Rounding out the morning, Jacqui Fatka, Lead Economist for Farm Supply and Biofuels at CoBank, provided an in-depth analysis of the evolving biofuels landscape. Her presentation covered expanding renewable diesel capacity, shifting soybean crush economics, export opportunities for
by David Carpintero (ePURE/Ethanol Producer Magazine) It’s the argument that wouldn’t die: the so-called “food vs. fuel” fallacy that has persisted in the global discourse on the role of biofuels in transport decarbonization. Fortunately, new research has finally driven a stake through
by Katie Schroeder (Ethanol Producer Magazine) ... A self-evident truth for any ethanol producer, the science of fermentation makes ethanol production possible. However, today’s advanced yeast enable production to run at a scale hard to imagine 20 years ago. Today, genetically
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) The Road to Methanol, we go inside the technical and commercial blueprint that is redefining what’s possible at scale. Beaver Lake demonstrates how proven gasification technology, robust feedstock supply, and bankable offtake converge into a replicable model — one capable
(Abundia Global Impact Group) Abundia advances its licensing agreement by delivering site notification to Alterra Energy for the deployment of its plastics liquefactions technology at Abundia's Cedar Port Renewable Energy Complex -- Abundia Global Impact Group, Inc. (NYSE American: AGIG) ("Abundia" or
(Green Plains) All Three Nebraska Facilities Now Capturing CO2; First 45Z Payment Demonstrates Early Value -- Green Plains Inc. (NASDAQ: GPRE) today announced that biogenic carbon dioxide from all three of its Nebraska facilities, Central City, Wood River, and York, is now
(Optimus Technologies/PR Newswire) Optimus Technologies, a leader in advanced biodiesel engine technology, today (December 9, 2025) announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Mitsui & Co., Ltd. ("Mitsui"), one of the world's most diversified and respected trading and
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) Addressing the “slow build” bottleneck in biomass facilities, Forest Concepts introduces modular “Plug and Play” processing systems to accelerate deployment. Their proprietary Crumbles® technology creates uniform feedstock particles that tolerate high moisture, removing the need for
by Bill Hagy (LEC Partners/Biofuels Digest) In early 2025, two federal actions signaled a notable shift in how the U.S. approaches forest management, timber production, and the utilization of restoration byproducts. While they don’t change market fundamentals overnight, they do
by Tommaso Lecca (Politico Pro Climatewire) “God only knows what the Trump administration will do” if the EU expands its aviation emissions scheme, says an EU official. -- Donald Trump blew up global efforts to cut emissions from shipping, and now the
(Ontario Farmer) Ontario government is yielding to complaints from gas and diesel fuel suppliers, allowing them more time to comply with mandated standards -- The Ontario government is yielding to complaints from gasoline and diesel fuel suppliers and will allow them more
by Clara Hudson (Wall Street Journal) Mike Wirth outlined the oil-and-gas company’s hopes for everything from carbon capture to hydrogen -- The head of one of the biggest oil companies in the world has his eye on expanding a variety of alternative
(Bell Textron) In collaboration with Safran Helicopter Engines, Bell shares long-term success with using SAF on the Bell 505 -- Bell Textron Inc., a Textron Inc. (NYSE: TXT) company, announced during European Rotors 2025 that a single, dedicated Bell 505 has surpassed 700 flight hours using
(Argent Fuel) Banks Mining, a long-established mining and quarrying company, has partnered with biodiesel supplier Argent Energy to lower carbon emissions from its mining operations. Known for surface mining, Banks operates one of the UK’s largest wholly-owned fleets of earthmoving machinery. The
(Australian Trade and Investment Commission) Expression of Interest : The Australian Trade and Investment Commission invites leading companies to participate in a business delegation to Australia between 9 and 18 March 2026. This exclusive business delegation will bring together decision-makers from the
(Tidewater Midstream and Infrastructure) Tidewater Midstream and Infrastructure Ltd. ("Tidewater" or the "Corporation") (TSX: TWM) is pleased to announce that it has entered into an initiative agreement (the "FCC Initiative Agreement") with the Government of British Columbia that will provide Tidewater with BC
by Urszula Szalkowska and Nathalie Danel (EcoEngineers) The maritime industry is at a crossroads. The International Maritime Organization (IMO) recently postponed the adoption of its Net-Zero Framework during an Extraordinary Session of the Marine Environment Protection Committee (MEPC/ES.2). While procedural, this decision has sent
(Nopetro Energy/PR Newswire) The first-of-its-kind facility on Florida's west coast will turn waste into clean fuel for local trucks and buses, create jobs, drive lasting economic and environmental benefits -- Nopetro Energy, a vertically-integrated producer, distributor and operator of natural gas solutions
(Bioenergy Insight) Gasum, in partnership with REMA Distribution, has inaugurated a new biogas filling station for liquefied biogas (LBG) at REMA Distribution’s facility in Vinterbro, south of Oslo. The new station is open to all operators with LBG-powered trucks and marks an
(HAM Group) Gas station located on AP-2, Km 86, direction Barcelona – Lleida -- HAM Group inaugurates a new EDUX service station for liquefied natural gas and compressed natural gas in the Monegros Service Area. It is located in Candasnos, Huesca, on the
by Mrinmay Dey and Kate Abnett (Reuters) EU waters down rules after industry pressure; Exempts more companies from due diligence, sustainability reporting rules; Drops climate transition plans requirement The European Union reached a deal on Tuesday (December 9, 2025) to scale back its
(U.S. Grains & BioProducts Council (USGBC)) U.S. Grains & BioProducts Council (USGBC) Regional Ethanol Manager for the European Union (EU), United Kingdom (U.K.) and Canada Stephanie Larson traveled to Belgium and Italy to advocate for higher levels of ethanol use, acceptance
(U.S. Grains & Bioproducts Council) U.S. Grains & BioProducts Council (USGBC) Director of Global Sustainability Carlos Suárez and USGBC Multilateral Policy Manager Linda Schmid recently attended the United Nations’ annual climate summit, COP30, to share the advancements in responsible farming practices
(Novonesis/Ethanol Producer Magazine) Novonesis proudly introduces its latest industrial yeast advancement to the Innova platform of biosolutions for the biofuels industry. Innova Nitro follows the recent success of Innova Eclipse and Eclipse-L launches, continuing to solidify Novonesis as the ethanol industry’s
(DNV) As the industry explores multiple decarbonization pathways, methanol is gaining attention as a practical and scalable alternative fuel for deep-sea shipping. This is supported by over 450 methanol-capable vessels in operation and on order and technical solutions now available for
(YouControl Market Blog (Google Translation)) Formation of the bioethanol market in Ukraine: potential and benefits -- The modern world is actively switching to renewable energy sources, and bioethanol is attracting special attention as an ecological alternative to gasoline. This fuel has a
by Alejandro Flores García (El Canal (Google Translation)) The newly launched Energy Transition Plan for the Catalan venue foresees a public-private investment of 1.7 billion euros until 2040 through 150 actions -- The Port of Barcelona presented its new Energy Transition
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) This guide argues that Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) is more financially viable for passengers than often perceived. Data presented by aireg shows that meeting ReFuelEU mandates—which rise to 70% by 2050—would increase ticket costs for a
(Cruise Industry News) Everllence has confirmed the running on ethanol, at all load points, of its 21/31 dual-fuel engine at test facilities in Frederikshavn, Denmark. Everllence pioneered the two-stroke methanol-burning engine platform over a decade ago, with the first commercial engine entering
by Joanna Plucinska and Olivia Le Poidevin (Reuters) SAF production not meeting expected volumes, says IATA's Willie Walsh; SAF currently 0.3% of global jet fuel usage, projected 0.7% by 2025; Airlines blame producers for high SAF prices, insufficient production The global airline industry is
(The Dong-a Ilbo) ... In the late 19th century, after gasoline-powered engines were invented, Rudolf Diesel set out to create an engine that could run not only on gasoline, which was in short supply at the time, but also on a
(The Free Press Journal) Officials reported that the action followed complaints regarding the sale of spurious biodiesel. It was discovered that the pump was sourcing fuel from unauthorised suppliers instead of the six government-authorised licensed companies. As per government guidelines, the
(Minnesota Bio-Fuels Association) Our joint sweepstakes promotion with Gopher Athletics, which offered football fans a chance to win a $888 Holiday station store giff card every time the Minnesota Golden Gophers won a game during the regular season, came to a
(Minnesota Bio-Fuels Association) The Minnesota Bio-Fuels Association (MN Bio-Fuels) released its 2025 Annual Report to its members and industry stakeholders at an event at Canterbury Park in Shakopee on Dec 3. “Our efforts on your behalf began in 2025 with advocacy in
(Fuel Cells Works) • Brussels grants PCI/PMI status to 100 hydrogen and electrolyser projects, unlocking access to multi-billion-euro funding and fast-tracked permitting. • Part of a wider push to modernise energy networks and cut dependence on fossil fuels, with hydrogen forming
by Jason Arunn Murugesu (BBC) BP has pulled out of building a hydrogen plant on Teesside following a row over whether the site would be better suited to housing a data centre instead. A government decision on whether the plant at Teesworks in
(DevvStream/Business Wire) Combination integrates carbon-credit origination expertise with U.S.-produced, lower-cost carbon-negative fuels to meet growing global demand; Southern secures a $402 million bond allocation from the Louisiana Community Development Authority in support of its flagship biomass-to-fuel facility; Southern makes initial PIPE Investment in
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) SunGas deploys the proven UGAS® S1000 biomass gasification technology to transform forest residues into low- to negative-carbon fuels. The S1000 efficiently processes biomass to high-purity syngas, achieving greater than 97% overall carbon conversion. The flagship Beaver
by Ella Nethersole (Aviation Week) Egypt has moved a step closer to establishing its first commercial-scale sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) plant after Shell signed a long-term agreement to purchase SAF from Green Sky Capital, a regional renewable-fuel development platform. The agreement is expected
by Inti Landauro and Louise Rasmussen (Reuters) Six European Union countries have on Friday (December 5, 2025) asked the European Commission to water down an effective ban on the sale of internal combustion engine cars slated for 2035 ahead of the
Prestigious "Best CO2 Utilisation" Innovation Award invites pioneering submissions by 6 February 2026 -- The innovation award “Best CO2 Utilisation” invites innovators to present cutting-edge Carbon Capture and Utilisation (CCU) and Power-to-X technologies that transform CO2 from a greenhouse gas into valuable feedstocks
(U.S. Grains & Bioproducts Council) The U.S. Grains & BioProducts Council (USGBC) recently escorted reporters from weekly Japanese business journals and other influential outlets on a tour of the U.S. biofuel value chain, with a focus on ethanol’s application as a
(Clean Fuels Alliance America) The analysis reveals CARB’s ILUC values for US soy-based biodiesel and renewable diesel lack current data overstate emissions -- A recent study commissioned by Clean Fuels Alliance America and Farmers Fueling the Future finds that California’s indirect land
(GCC Business News) MENA Biofuels has signed a strategic agreement with Saybolt International, a global leader in testing, inspection and certification, to establish the UAE’s first independent Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) testing and certification laboratory in Fujairah. The new partnership, following the
by Sue Retka Schill (BBI International) Special EPM Podcast Series hosted by Sue Retka Schill featuring the new book: Ethanol—a Hemispheric History For the Future of Biofuels. This episode dives into the similarities and differences between ethanol in Brazil and the
(SIA) The 8th edition of the European Biomethane Benchmark reveals sustained growth in the biomethane sector, in a context of expanding renewable energies and an evolving regulatory framework. The biomethane sector in Europe continues its strong growth momentum, with more than 1,500
(Roundtable for Sustainable Biomaterials) Developed in partnership with World Energy and shaped by a broad, global consultation, this new framework recognises long-term environmental attribute certificate (EAC) offtake agreements and provides a credible demand signal to support financing for SAF production Geneva, Switzerland 4December 2025 – The Roundtable
by Mark Dorenkamp (Brownfield Ag News) Some farmers are considering crop rotation changes to tap into the sustainable aviation fuel market. Minnesota Farm Bureau president Carolyn Olson says there are growers in her state looking to grow winter camelina as a SAF
(Maersk) Summary: Maersk continues to explore options to diversify its low-emission fuel portfolio by testing ethanol in a dual-fuel methanol engine. Maersk to trial 50/50 ethanol-methanol blend on the vessel Laura Mærsk Initial E10 test confirmed safe integration and strong performance Ethanol offers another scalable,
(GEODIS) GEODIS, a global leader in transport and logistics, has announced the launch of the region’s first cross-border trucking operation to be powered by Neste MY Renewable Diesel™, marking a major milestone in the decarbonization of its regional road network. The pilot
(World Kinect) World Fuel Services, a World Kinect (NYSE: WKC) company (World Fuel) announces that Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings has carried out one of the first commercial biofuel bunkerings for a cruise vessel in Greece, with Norwegian Viva receiving a waste-based marine fuel
(Darling Ingredients) Darling Ingredients Inc. (NYSE: DAR) today (December 4, 2025) announced an agreement to sell approximately $60 million of production tax credits to a corporate buyer. These credits were generated under the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) by the company’s Diamond Green
(FincoEnergies) FincoEnergies launches GoodFuels B15, a 15% FAME-based biofuel blend that helps the Dutch maritime industry reduce emissions immediately. With GoodFuels B15, FincoEnergies provides shipowners with a practical, reliable drop-in solution at a time when the need for concrete decarbonisation measures continues to
(Concawe) Report no. 10/25: Advanced biofuels are expected to play a key role in the decarbonisation of the European transport sector, particularly in hard-to-abate segments such as aviation, maritime transport, and heavy-duty road vehicles. To support the EU’s climate neutrality objectives
(The Odessa Journal) In Teofipol, Khmelnytskyi region, the first municipal miscanthus plantation in Ukraine—covering 8 hectares—has been planted with the support of a EUR 50,000 grant from Slovenia, the Khmelnytskyi Regional Development Agency reported. A plot of polluted, agriculturally unsuitable land near the
(Economic Times Auto) Petroleum Minister credited ethanol blending, which increased from 1.5 per cent to nearly 19.97 per cent in the last 11 years, for substituting about 260 lakh metric tonnes of crude oil. READ MORE
by Shri Suresh Gopi (Minister of State in the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas/Lok Sabha/The Impressive Times) The Government had notified the “Pradhan Mantri JI-VAN (Jaiv Indhan- Vatavaran Anukool fasal awashesh Nivaran) Yojana” 2019, amended in 2024, with the objectives to
(Argus Media) New transparency to help participants optimise compliance obligations -- Global energy and commodity price reporting agency Argus has launched the world's first assessed price for UK sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) certificates, expanding its coverage of the northwest European SAF market. The new
(Greenlyte Carbon Technologies) Greenlyte Carbon Technologies is inaugurating the worldwide first LiquidSolar SNG plant in Duisburg, marking a decisive step from development towards industrial production of synthetic fuels (e-fuels). This milestone positions Greenlyte as a technology leader for innovative, competitive new
by Shubhayan Bhattacharya (NDTV Profit/MSN) India will use at least 5% blended biofuel in foreign flights by 2030 to meet international carbon emissions standards, the government said on Monday (December 1, 2025). Sustainable aviation fuel or SAF has been slowly gaining prominence
(Bioenergy Insight) AXEGAZ Trading & Technologies (AXEGAZ T&T) and Cargill have successfully loaded ISCC-EU certified Bio-LNG onto an AVENIR bunkering vessel at KN Energies’ LNG Terminal in Klaipeda, Lithuania. The operation strengthens the companies’ presence in Europe’s renewable marine fuel market and
(SSE) SSE’s Tarbert Next Generation Power Station in Co. Kerry has now entered full construction, with foundations and civil works underway following completion of early enabling works at the site. This marks a major milestone in the delivery of the up
(Peruvian Association of Shipping Agents (Google translation)) A South Korean company has unveiled its newly patented design for a fuel supply vessel that can deliver multiple fuels. Sun Comprehensive Energy's bunker ship can transport LNG, methanol, ammonia, and hydrogen from a single
(Gena Solutions) Selected highlights from GENA’s Project Navigator Methanol: As of November, GENA tracks 270 plants and projects with a total capacity of 56.3 Mt by 2030: 134 e-methanol (23.3 Mt), 118 biomethanol (21.8 Mt), and 18 low-carbon methanol (11.2 Mt). Five projects were
(Gasum) Gasum has signed a pooling and bio-LNG agreement with Elenger, Tallink’s fuel provider. MyStar runs on bio-LNG to generate additional compliance surplus for Gasum’s pool. Nordic energy company Gasum and Baltic energy company Elenger have signed a FuelEU Maritime co-operation agreement.
by Krista Swanson (National Corn Growers Association) ... The ethanol industry has made significant gains in efficiency to extract more products and value out of each bushel of corn. Considering roughly one-third of U.S. corn is used for ethanol, such efficiency
by Prabhudatta Mishra (The Hindu Business Line) Auto industry, the government, and other stakeholders believe that flex fuel vehicles are the way forward: Vikram Gulati, country head and Executive Vice President (corporate affairs), Toyota Kirloskar Motor -- The automobile industry and ethanol
by Eric Schmid (St. Louis Magazine) ... Biofuels, such as those refined from the fats and oils from certain seed crops or even used cooking oil, offer a compelling alternative to traditional fuels—and electric batteries, too. ... Global demand is growing for alternative
(DNV) DNV has awarded an Approval in Principle (AiP) to the joint consortium of MSC, Zhoushan Changhong International, and CIMC ORIC for a new 21,700 TEU ammonia-dual fueled ultra-large container ship design. The AiP is another milestone in the development of
(Norsepower) Norsepower, the leading provider of mechanical sails for large vessels, and Idemitsu Tanker Co., Ltd., the shipping arm of Idemitsu Kosan, have announced their agreement to equip two Very Large Crude Carriers (VLCCs) with the Norsepower Rotor Sail™. The vessels,
by Jim Kendrick (Biofuels Digest) In China, CCTV reported Marintec China opened December 2 in Shanghai, bringing together over 2,200 exhibitors from more than 40 countries and regions. China’s first ammonia fueled medium speed engine and the world’s first marine ammonia-hydrogen engine
by May Angel (Reuters/World Energy News) Plinio Nastari of the agribusiness consultancy Datagro said that the growing demand for ethanol should be used to ensure that corn is not used as a feedstock in the production of biofuels. Since the turn
by Kellan Heavican (Brownfield Ag News) The world’s largest biofuel producer says creating more demand for ethanol could be the fastest way to improve the sluggish ag economy. Doug Berven with POET says it’s more sustainable than a financial assistance package.
(Forest Data Network) Consideration of proposed Wisconsin state legislation that would approve $210 million in financing for a sustainable aviation fuel refinery in Hayward, Wisconsin, was launched at the meeting of the Wisconsin Council on Forestry on November 18. The legislation would
(EurActiv) Europe’s energy giants are seeking to harness the potential of agricultural residues to increase the use of biofuel -- As Europe races to decarbonise transport, biofuels are taking on renewed strategic importance. The European Commission has just published a bioeconomy strategy which recommends
(Peninsula) Peninsula is pleased to announce the expansion of its strategic infrastructure at the Port of Rotterdam with the opening of a new storage and blending facility at Chane Terminal. This development marks an evolution in Peninsula’s commitment to delivering sustainable
(XCF Global/Access Newswire) Strategic partnership between XCF Global and BGN to jointly develop global distribution and logistics infrastructure for SAF and other renewable fuels; Seeks to expand XCF's international reach into key markets including Europe and the Middle East through production, offtake, and co-branded distribution agreements; Advances
(BioCycle) Biochar can do a number of things, but one we hadn’t thought of was making it an alternative to a lump of coal for holiday gift-giving gags. “The coal-for-Christmas tradition goes back generations, and there’s something charming about its simplicity,” explains
by Solomon Tekle Rikitu* (Advanced Biofuels USA) Taiwan’s 2050 net-zero target has catalyzed rapid developments in renewable fuels and carbon management technologies. This survey synthesizes the most recent landscape of renewable fuel pathways, carbon capture/storage/utilization (CCS/CCU) initiatives, life-cycle performance, markets and
(Biofuels Digest) The bioeconomy is ultimately measured in projects that reach steel, not concepts that reach slides — and few projects today better illuminate the road ahead than Beaver Lake Renewable Energy, SunGas Renewables’ flagship forestry-to-fuels venture now advancing toward FID in 2026. In
(Tsinghua University Press/EurekAlert!) Electrocatalytic CO2 reduction reaction (CO2RR) is an effective approach for converting CO2 into high-value chemicals and promoting carbon cycling. Among CO2RR products, ethylene (C2H4), as a crucial industrial feedstock, holds extensive market demand and significant economic value. Copper (Cu)-based catalysts
(Broco Energy/PR Newswire) Broco Energy, a leading New England energy provider and recognized clean-energy partner, is proud to announce that its renewable diesel pilot with the Massachusetts Port Authority (Massport) has officially progressed into a fully executed long-term contract. The contract
(TotalEnergies) TotalEnergies, TES, Osaka Gas, Toho Gas, and ITOCHU have signed a Joint Development and Operating Agreement, granting the Japanese companies a combined 33.3% stake in the Live Oak project — a large-scale facility to produce electric natural gas (e-NG) also
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) Praio is commercializing patented artificial Protocells for intensified biomanufacturing, merging the advantages of whole-cell efficiency and cell-free flexibility. This platform improves reaction rates >10x and is stable over four months. The technology has demonstrated 1L scale
by Ames Alexander (Floodlight/Wisconsin Examiner) ... The fertilizer used to grow it is warming the planet and contaminating water. Corn is essential to the rural economy and to the world’s food supply, and researchers say the problem isn’t the corn itself. It’s
by Luke Geiver (Ethanol Producer Magazine) Since 2016, momentum for flex-fuel vehicle (FFV) expansion across the U.S. has been slow, if not non-existent. Only in the last two years have new FFV models been offered in the U.S., and there haven’t
(News from the States) A district court judge on Tuesday (December 2, 2025) sided with a landowner group and found a North Dakota law related to underground storage of carbon dioxide to be unconstitutional. The ruling from Northeast Judicial District Judge Anthony Swain Benson
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) ... For more than a decade now, two far-flung friends—Denmark’s Novonesis and Australia’s MicroBioGen—have been working together like Woody and Buzz on their best day. And let me tell you: they haven’t just changed the yeast
(DNV) The report to explore how shipping companies can develop practical, cost-effective strategies for achieving net-zero emissions. -- The maritime industry is entering a decisive decade of transformation, driven by evolving regulations, commercial pressures, and a general global shift towards reduced greenhouse
by Paul Menser (Idaho National Laboratory) Turning materials like wood chips, crop residues and municipal solid waste into fuels and chemicals is important for our country’s energy independence. Over the past two decades, the U.S. Department of Energy Bioenergy Technologies Office laid
(Expander Energy) Expander Energy Inc. (“Expander”) is pleased to announce that a letter of intent has been signed with East Fraser Fiber Co. Ltd. (“East Fraser”) to secure the required biomass feedstock and land for the Mackenzie Biofuel Project, a proposed Biomass
(NEG8 Carbon) Irish Direct Air Capture (DAC) company, NEG8 Carbon, has signed a contract for Phase 1 of a major project in the UK to develop large-scale Sustainable Aviation Fuel (eSAF) production using a low-carbon energy source. This paves the way
(Verso Energy/Biobased Diesel Daily) Verso Energy announced Nov. 17 its selection of Rely to deliver the front-end engineering design (FEED) for the DEZiR electro sustainable aviation fuel (eSAF) project in Petit-Couronne, Normandie, France. This step follows the memorandum of understanding signed earlier
(Be8/Biobased Diesel Daily) Brazil-based biodiesel producer Be8 announced in November that it and Mercedes-Benz do Brasil collected significant data in comparative tests evaluating 100 percent biofuel in Euro 6 engines equipped with BlueTec 6 technology. The “Rota Sustentável COP30” covered more than
(U.K. Trade Remedies Authority) The TRA has proposed a countervailing measure on USA HVO biodiesel imports and has terminated its parallel dumping investigation. -- The Trade Remedies Authority (TRA) has published its Statement of Essential Facts on imports of hydrotreated vegetable oil (HVO) biodiesel from
by Celia Brocker (Ames Tribune) Ames' bus system is using a $14.6 million federal grant to expand its facility and convert its fleet to biodiesel. CyRide, the bus system collaboration between the city of Ames, Iowa State University, and ISU's student government,
by Christophe Beaunoir (FEDIOL - The EU vegetable oil and proteinmeal industry/EurActiv) Europe faces a critical challenge: achieving ambitious climate targets while safeguarding its competitiveness and strengthening strategic autonomy in an uncertain global and geopolitical environment. First-generation biofuels are an immediate, indispensable
by P.R. Lockhart and John Moritz (CT Mirror) Inside a green metal-clad building in the Port of New Haven, a kind of modern day alchemy is at work, turning used cooking oil into fuel capable of powering trucks and heating homes. Within
by Blake Jackson (Wisconsin Ag Connection) Wisconsin soybean leaders travel to Washington to share the importance of clean fuel and the growing role of soy-based biofuels in the nation’s energy future. Their main goal is to show how renewable fuels
by Pierre Aury (Splash247.com) As the International Maritime Organization has decided to postpone by one year the approval of its proposed Net Zero Framework (NZF) we have decided to use that opportunity to try to cast some light on what renewable
(Engine Technology Forum) Experts in energy, fuels, and emissions policy believe that unleashing American energy and pursuing decarbonization are not mutually exclusive objectives. These and related topics were the subject of a recent webinar, “Seeking Solutions for Sustainable Energy and
(Auramarine) Auramarine, a leading fuel supply systems expert, has been selected to deliver advanced fuel supply systems for three new RoPax vessels ordered by Finnlines, further strengthening the companies’ commitment to cleaner shipping and innovation. Auramarine delivers methanol, biofuels and HFO
(Waga Energy) We have signed a US$180M 4-year senior debt facility1 to boost our landfill gas (LFG) to renewable natural gas (RNG) platform in the United States, with Crédit Agricole Corporate and Investment Bank (Crédit Agricole CIB) and HSBC Asset Management
(iNFRA Agency) Petrobras supplied three Transpetro ships with bunker fuel ("bunker oil") containing 24% renewable content. The operation took place between November 10th and 17th at Tebar (São Sebastião Waterway Terminal), on the north coast of São Paulo, considered the
(CD BioSustainable/Marketers Media Newsroom) CD BioSustainable helps companies speed up green material development with ecotoxicological testing and customized renewable feedstock analysis. -- CD BioSustainable, a leading global environmental technology company, today launched two new services—sustainable materials ecotoxicity testing and custom renewable feedstock analysis—to
(Hydron Energy/PR Newswire) Hydron Energy Inc. announced today (December 1, 2025) that it has received funding from NGIF Accelerator to support demonstration of its INTRUPTor™ solution for single stage low-cost landfill biogas upgrading at the Bailey Landfill in Chilliwack, B.C., Canada.
(Menzies Aviation) Menzies Aviation, the leading service partner to the world’s airports and airlines, has taken another step towards its net-zero by 2045 target, by advancing the transition from diesel to Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil (HVO) across its ground support equipment (GSE)
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