by Braden J. Limb, Jack P. Smith, Steve Simske, and Jason C. Quinn (Environmental Science & Technology) This study assesses the potential for purpose-grown bioenergy feedstocks to meet the United States Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) Grand Challenge targets. A combined life cycle assessment,
by Mark Saeys (Science Magazine) Discovered a hundred years ago, the Fischer-Tropsch synthesis (1) has recently been considered as a possible route to produce liquid fuels and chemical building blocks without the use of fossil sources. This chemical reaction converts syngas—a
(Agência FAPESP*) A study led by researchers from the Center for Innovation in New Energies (CINE) has shown that replacing water with glycerol – popularly known as glycerin – increases the efficiency of photoelectrochemical cells. These cells use sunlight as
by Todd Hubbs and Scott Irwin (Oklahoma State University and Iowa State Unversity/farmdoc daily) The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has been extraordinarily active on the Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS) front over the summer and early fall of 2025. Since June,
Jang, C., Namoi, N., Lee, J.W., Becker, T., Rooney, W., Lee, D.K. ( Center for Advanced Bioenergy and Bioproducts Innovation) Data were collected from agronomy fields in Urbana and Ewing, IL, during the 2022 and 2023 growing seasons. The dataset includes dry
(Chiba University) High costs have long held back hydrogen production from water, with electrolyzers priced at $2,000–$2,600 per kilowatt in 2024. Now, researchers from Japan have found that modifying platinum cathodes with naturally occurring purine bases can boost the hydrogen evolution
by uyen (University of British Columbia Vacouver Campus) When 115,000 tonnes of food waste hit Surrey’s processing facility each year, an invisible army goes to work—billions of microbes convert everything from banana peels to leftover pizza into renewable natural gas (RNG).
by Tyne Morgan (AgWeb) University of Minnesota soybean breeders are working to increase oil content in soybeans from around 22% to closer to 30%, a crop with higher oil that could cater to emerging demand. At the University of Minnesota, soybean breeders
by Karl Vogel (Nebraska Today) ... In 2021, the State of Nebraska rolled out a fleet of 50 vehicles — Dodge Avengers and Chargers and Ford Fusions — for a trial, swapping regular gasoline for E30, a 30% ethanol blend. The goal
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) This research uses exascale computing (PeleLMeX solver) to perform high-fidelity simulations of combustor performance using Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) blends up to 100%. A validated, reduced two-component surrogate chemical kinetic model for HEFA-SPK (74 species)
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) This project delivers a low-computational-cost 0-D/1-D reactor network tool to rapidly screen Sustainable Aviation Fuels (SAF). The tool, validated against CFM56 engine data, incorporates reduced chemical kinetic mechanisms for fuel effects on emissions (NOx, CO, PM,
by Mike Ferlazzo (Bucknell University) ... A recent study co-authored by Bucknell University Professor Jude Okolie, chemical engineering, highlights how artificial intelligence (AI) may hold the key to a more sustainable future for biodiesel production. Published last summer in the journal Green Energy and Intelligent Transportation,
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) This project develops an advanced Spark Ignition engine operating on Natural Gas (NG) and NG/Hydrogen blends, targeting 45% BTE (diesel-equivalent). Technical advances include coupled 1D/CFD simulations and a novel in-situ CO2/H2O exhaust gas sensor for fast
by Natalie Roberts* and Carmen Miskel* (American Energy Society/Advanced Biofuels USA) How do we know where the biofuels industry is going next? The American Energy Society (AES) believes that looking at data trends in energy-related startups could help paint the picture.
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) This research develops a next-generation plasma-assisted pre-chamber ignition system for highly dilute stoichiometric heavy-duty natural gas engines. Key technology includes nano-second pulsed plasma igniters and CFD modeling to optimize prechamber geometry and increase dilution tolerance. The
by Craig Eason (TradeWinds) Researchers in the UK have been given £1m ($1.24m) to investigate whether vessels can be powered with salt water. The study at Brunel University will use the first all-in one hydrogen maritime demonstrator to determine if hydrogen can
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) This project develops durable fuel injection systems (FIS) and Ducted Fuel Injection (DFI) for rDME Mixing Controlled Compression Ignition (MCCI) combustion in off-road engines. A core technology advance is utilizing dual FIS development pathways to
by Scott Weybright (Washington State University/WSU Insider) New research has found cover crops that are viable in Washington’s normal “off season” don’t hurt the soil and can be sold as a biofuel source. After harvest, farmland often sits fallow and unused until growers
(Kansas Public Radio) Clement Feyijimi, a KU graduate researcher, is studying ways to use gasification, a thermochemical process that transforms carbon-rich organic materials like crop residues into syngas and even biofuels. The materials are heated and converted without full combustion. It’s
(Loughborough University) An electrochemical process developed by scientists at a Loughborough University spin-out company enables biodiesel producers to turn waste into profit – while slashing emissions and energy use. The R3V Tech team, headed by chemistry experts Dr Adriano Randi (CEO) and Professor Benjamin Buckley (CSO), have developed
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) Focused on enhancing low-temperature SCR activity for hard-to-electrify applications, this project leverages Operando EPR and DFT calculations to study Cu-zeolite kinetics. A key finding is that strong Brönsted acid sites (BAS) enhance low-temperature activity by promoting the hydrolysis
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) This project advances SAF qualification by using unique instruments to measure fuel properties (surface tension, density, bulk modulus) at actual turbine engine temperatures and pressures. Partners include NREL, Georgia Tech/GE Aerospace, ANL, and Washington State University.
(EurekAlert) Researchers at Fuzhou University have developed a novel catalyst using ultrasmall palladium nanoparticles supported on zirconium phosphate, achieving enhanced electrochemical reduction of CO2 to ethanol. This breakthrough, published in Frontiers in Energy, highlights a significant step towards sustainable fuel production, addressing the
by Pölös Zsófia (Transport in Europe) Researchers in Germany say fuel cell HGVs could become a viable option for European hauliers, and have now put their own prototype on the road after receiving official approval. -- Hydrogen lorries can deliver ranges of up to
((Fraunhofer Institute for Interfacial Engineering and Biotechnology IGB Research News) Sewage treatment plants do more than just clean wastewater. They are also sources of raw materials. In the KoalAplan project, researchers from the Fraunhofer Institute for Interfacial Engineering and Biotechnology IGB
by Emily Caldwell (The Ohio State University) Adding an electrical jolt to fermentation of industrial food waste speeds up the process and increases the yield of platform chemicals that are valuable components in a wide range of products, new research shows. In
(Hood College/PR Newswire) Biotechnology Training Program to be held in Hood's Bioscience Research and Education Center -- Hood College has been awarded a $999,850 grant from the National Science Foundation's Experiential Learning for Emerging and Novel Technologies (ExLENT) program to launch the Innovative, Immersive Training Program in
(Seoul National University/Science X/Phys.Org/MSN) Seoul National University College of Engineering announced that a joint research team has become the first in the world to elucidate the reconstruction mechanism of copper alloy catalysts during electrochemical CO₂ conversion reactions. The research sheds light on
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) This $3.27M project, ending December 2024, aims to demonstrate a Near-Zero Emissions Concept via an integrated engine and aftertreatment simulation platform in GT-SUITE. Key achievements include calibrating an ORNL SCR model for catalyst aging (up to
by Chris Hubbuch (Great Lakes Bioenergy Research Center) MSU student project outlines plan to turn sorghum into a living chemical factory, enabling cheaper sustainable domestic energy -- ... Their idea, detailed in the journal Biotechnology Letters, uses machine learning and genetic engineering to
(Frontiers in Energy/Newswise) Scientists at Kunming University of Science and Technology collaborating with The Hong Kong Polytechnic University have discovered a promising method for removing harmful alkaline earth metal ions from biodiesel using amino polycarboxylate chelating agents. Their study, published in Frontiers in Energy,
(Friedrich-Alexander-Universität Erlangen-Nürnberg) FAU researchers develop process for sustainable on-site production -- In future, it could become easier to manufacture methanol from biomass decentrally on site. Researchers at Friedrich-Alexander-Universität Erlangen-Nürnberg (FAU) are proposing a method with which raw and waste materials from plants
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) This 60% complete project, funded at $3.125M, is developing a heavy-duty flex-fuel (E10-E98) engine with prechamber ignition to mimic diesel combustion. This approach promises ~50% reduction in lifecycle CO2 using bioethanol, maintaining snap torque and efficiency.
by Uma Gupta and Sergio Matalucci (PV Magazine) The researchers state that their carbon-negative process has the potential to reduce green hydrogen production costs to $1 per kilogram, while also generating biochar and patented biofertilizers as valuable byproducts. -- The researchers state that
( University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign/Phys.Org) Wet wastes, including food waste and biomass, are promising candidates for sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) production due to their triglyceride content, which can be converted into biocrude via hydrothermal liquefaction (HTL). ... SAF precursors must meet criteria derived
by Randhir Patil (Bio Energy Times) In a major boost for renewable energy research, the Minister for Higher Education, Research, Science and Technology, Kinoka Feo, on Monday presented a cheque of K200,000 to Pacific Adventist University (PAU) to support its biodiesel research
(Chinese Academy of Sciences/Newswise) Camelina sativa, also known as false-flax, is gaining attention as a biofuel crop due to its potential for aviation fuel production and minimal agricultural input requirements. However, the genetic foundation of this species has been underexplored. Despite
(Center for Climate Strategies at George Mason University) Secure Your Spot in a New Continuing and Professional Education Short Course Taught at George Mason University -- The Center for Climate Strategies (CCS), in collaboration with George Mason University’s Virginia Climate Center and
(European Bioeconomy University Alliance) The transition to the Bioeconomy is one of the major economic, social and environmental challenges facing the European Union in the coming years. The European Bioeconomy University, established in July 2019, will tackle this enormous challenge by educating a
Par of Science Summit New York: The transition to the Bioeconomy is one of the major economic, social and environmental challenges facing the European Union in the coming years. In this session we will explore how universities can enhance global
by Noopur Jain (AZO CleanTech) In a recent article published in Green Energy and Intelligent Transportation, researchers emphasize the integration of advanced computational techniques—specifically deep learning and artificial neural networks (ANNs)—to accelerate biodiesel research. By harnessing the predictive capabilities of deep learning, scientists
by John Drake (Forbes) In a rare display of unity, thousands of America’s most accomplished scientists have joined forces to warn Congress that proposed FY26 budget cuts would do lasting damage to the nation’s economy, health, and global standing. The open letter,
by April Wendling (Center for Advanced Bioenergy and Bioproducts Innovation (CABBI)) In collaboration with other Bioenergy Research Centers (BRCs), researchers at the Center for Advanced Bioenergy and Bioproducts Innovation (CABBI) are developing industrially feasible techniques for second-generation biofuel production from oilcane,
(University of Basel) A research team from the University of Basel has developed a new molecule modeled on plant photosynthesis: under the influence of light, it stores two positive and two negative charges at the same time. The aim is to
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) This “atoms-to-autos” project aims to reduce Platinum Group Metal (PGM) use in catalytic converters by 50%. It focuses on developing catalysts with single-atoms or small ensembles of palladium and rhodium, alongside engineered support materials for enhanced
by Cindy Zimmerman (Energy.AgWired.com) Support from the National Corn Growers Association (NCGA) and its state corn grower associations is allowing Clemson University and John Deere to move forward on Department of Energy (DOE) project that could increase the use of ethanol in agricultural
(Aston University) Aston University research has shown the way forward for making renewable hydrogen and propane fuel gases from glycerol. An organic compound, glycerol is produced mainly from fats and oils and is often used in health and beauty products. With crude glycerol
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) This project develops predictive combustion and emission models for low lifecycle carbon fuels (LLCFs) across hard-to-decarbonize sectors. Key advancements include improved kinetic models for sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) components like cyclohexane and methylcyclohexane, and a novel
(Iowa Capital Dispatch) Iowa State University is working with a U.S. Defense Department-backed organization to develop facilities that could make the university and its community a national destination for biobased product testing. BioMADE, a Manufacturing Innovation Institute focused on bioindustrial manufacturing and
by Hassan El Bari, Casimir Kalibe Fanezoune, et al (Journal of Analytic and Applied Pyrolysis) • Bio-oil has a higher energy density and easier storage and transportation. • Catalysts can allow lower activation energy and produce higher-grade fuels. • Zeolite-based catalysts deliver superior
(Industrial Crops and Products) • Development of a novel one-pot DES mediated pretreatment method that eliminates the need for a washing step. Investigation of enzyme kinetics to understand inhibition patterns at varying DES concentrations and biomass loading. Direct saccharification post-pretreatment minimizes uncompetitive inhibition,
by Casimir Kalibé Fanezouné, Asma Dhahak, Jorge Peixinho and Hassan El Bari (Bioresource Technology Reports) The Palm Empty Fruit Bunch was studied using TGA, DTG and shrinkage analysis. CR, Kissinger, KAS, and OFW models, were used to study the pyrolysis kinetic. The CR model gives Ea ranging from 60
by Khaoula Laouidi, Sanae Habchi, Casimir Kalibe Fanezoune, Brahim Sallek, Nataliia Kussul, and Hassan El Bari (Journal of Analytical and Applied Pyrolysis) • Bibliometric analysis reveals growth in ANN applications in pyrolysis processes. ANN algorithms were extensively studied for the fast pyrolysis of several biomass. ANN optimizes reactor conditions, boosting
by Sanae Habchi and Hassan El Bari (Bioresource Technology Reports) • PSHW and FW were co-digested with hydrochar added to improve methane production. The optimal YCH4 was observed for 15 g/L of hydrochar added, with 232 % improvement. C/N ratio, hydrochar added, and HRT were the modeling parameters selected. ANN
Nida Arshad, Elizabeth Jayex Panakkal, Aiya Chantarasiri, Peerapong Pornwongthong, Hassan El Bari, Widya Fatriasari, Prapakorn Tantayotai and Malinee Sriariyanun (Bioresource Technology Reports) A comprehensive overview of various DES formulations and their combinations is provided. The impact of reaction parameters on DES pretreatment efficiency is critically evaluated. The integration of intensification
(Bioengineer.org) In an era marked by increasing environmental challenges and the urgent need for sustainable energy sources, the cultivation of microalgae has emerged as a promising solution, particularly when integrated with the treatment of waste. Recent research led by a team
((Beijing Institute of Technology Press Co., Ltd/EurekAlert!) As the world grapples with climate change and dwindling fossil fuel reserves, biodiesel emerges as a promising renewable alternative to conventional diesel. However, the journey toward sustainable biodiesel production faces significant hurdles, particularly
Current university students are invited to participate in this exciting opportunity to present your research to a multidisciplinary audience of experts and decision-makers from across the hydrogen landscape. This educational, non-commercial event is focused on advancing innovation in hydrogen emissions
HEX@TEX is back — bigger and better than before! Open to all, the annual Hydrogen Emissions eXchange at the University of Texas at Austin is your front-row seat to important emissions discussions playing a pivotal role in the future of
by Kathrine Torday Gulden (NIBIO) NIBIO has contributed to developing a method for turning greenhouse gases like CO₂ or CO into biomethane – a renewable energy source. Using thin layers of microorganisms, so-called biofilms, greenhouse gases can be transformed into clean-burning fuel. Carbon-based
by Zhang Nannan (Chinese Academy of Sciences/TechXplore) A team of researchers led by Prof. Li Weiming from the Institute of Applied Ecology of the Chinese Academy of Sciences has developed a novel "coordinated engineering" approach to enhance biofuel production from brown
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) Bioenergy is crucial for GHG reduction but raises sustainability concerns, particularly with dedicated energy crops. Research identified 427 observations of synergies, trade-offs, or no effect, with context-specific factors like previous land use and feedstock influencing outcomes.
by Emiliano Bellini (PV Magazine) Brazilian scientists have investigated the potential of agrivoltaics on sugarcane fields and have found this combination may provide benefits in terms of both agricultural and electricity yield. Their results showed that under certain conditions the sugarcane yield
(Yokohama National University/Phys.Org) Centuries ago, alchemists worked furiously to convert the common metal lead to valuable gold. Today, chemists are repurposing discarded solar panels to create valuable organic compounds from carbon dioxide (CO2), a common greenhouse gas. Significantly reducing greenhouse gases in
by GiGi Wood (Business Record) What began as a way for farmers to add value to their unused crops in the 1990s is now part of a multibillion-dollar company scaling up research at Iowa State University. In 1996, farmers at the West
by Rahul Karmakar (The Hindu) A team of 10 scientists develops a catalyst from post-harvest mushroom waste for clean fuel production from a blend of oils READ MORE Related articles India: Team of researchers in Assam find fungal formula to produce clean fuel
by Eric Stann (University of Missouri) The University of Missouri-led study uncovers how a variation in a natural substance called lignin supports natural environmental adaptation and improved bioenergy production. -- A new study, led by researchers at the University of Missouri, has
The Arizona Center for Algae Technology and Innovation (AzCATI) founded in 2010 on the Arizona State University's Polytechnic campus is an internationally recognized algae research facility. AzCATI serves as a testbed for DOE funded projects, university collaborators, and industrial companies
(New Age Bangladesh) Academicians and other speakers on Tuesday at a discussion emphasised adopting Liquefied Natural Gas and biofuel to curb greenhouse gas emissions from the maritime vessels. Addressing a workshop titled ‘Reducing emissions, sailing forward: decarbonising Bangladesh’s maritime industry’, they stressed
by Kate B. (Australian Manufacturing) The NSW Government has announced a $650,000 grant to the University of Wollongong (UOW) to lead a two-year research project aimed at improving hydrogen pipeline safety, bolstering the Illawarra’s role in the nation’s emerging hydrogen industry. Minister
by Diana Yates (University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign) A team of agricultural economists, environmental scientists and policy experts envisions a path toward a carbon-neutral agricultural future by expanding the reach of policies designed to promote low-carbon biofuels for transportation and aviation. In
(LTG Group/Biobased Diesel Daily) The national state-owned railway company of Lithuania, LTG Group, recently announced that it has begun a pilot project to assess whether 100 percent renewable diesel, also referred to as hydrotreated vegetable oil (HVO100), is suitable and safe for continuous use
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) Brazil is emerging as a significant SAF producer, leveraging its abundant renewable resources through a strong government-university-industry synergy. The SENAI Innovation Institute for Renewable Energies (ISI-ER) is a key player, focusing on scaling up SAF production via Fischer-Tropsch (FT) synthesis and
(Viet Nam News) The VNĐ7 billion (US$270,000) project has seen a fruitful cooperation deal between the local university and Bình Sơn Refining and Petrochemical JSC on the development of a high-tech farming pilot project producing 2,000 kilogrammes of dried microalgae per
(Resnick Sustainability Institute) Sunlight is an inexhaustible resource. Harnessing its power could drive a circular economy to generate energy, reduce carbon emissions, reduce materials waste, and eventually to generate the negative carbon emissions needed to bring our warming planet back into balance. Through
(University of Sheffield) The University of Sheffield has been awarded UK government funding to accelerate the production of sustainable aviation fuel and bring passengers a step closer to greener flights. The University of Sheffield is to lead a new £1.5 million UK
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) This presentation positions biorefineries as crucial integrators for a circular bioeconomy, creating synergistic “systems of systems.” It defines integration as yielding more than the sum of parts, emphasizing resource exchange and enhanced resilience. An innovative “second 50% value”
(Yale Engineering) The ocean serves as Earth's largest dynamic carbon sink, absorbing 400 million tons of carbon dioxide (CO₂) annually through continuous exchange with the atmosphere. Researchers at Yale have now developed an efficient system to extract and convert dissolved CO₂
by Charles Pennefather (Top Speed) ... Only recently was the world’s first hydrogen-powered internal combustion engine in a two-wheeler demonstrated to the world. Brazil uses a blend of up to E85 in its gasoline, and the manufacturers have adapted. Bajaj has launched the Freedom 125 in India,
by Will Wetzel (Spectroscopy) A new bibliometric study published in Infrared Physics & Technology highlights the growing global impact of near-infrared (NIR) spectroscopy in biofuel research, revealing key trends, contributors, and future directions for advancing sustainable energy solutions. -- A recently published
( Chinese Academy of Sciences/Newswise) Camelina, an ancient oilseed once used across Europe and Asia, has reemerged as a sustainable crop due to its high omega-3 content, ability to grow on marginal land, and potential as a source for aviation biofuel. Unlike
by Dylan Baddour (Inside Climate News) Now it (Graphitic Energy) hopes to turn a profit selling hydrogen, a clean burning fuel, and using the carbon soot to produce graphite, a critical mineral currently sourced primarily from China. “We are able to monetize
(CirculAIRity) CirculAIRity, a synthetic Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) Developer and Cranfield University (Cranfield) and have signed a Memorandum of Understanding forming the basis for the two organisations to work together on multiple projects. Working with Cranfield’s Centre for Digital Engineering and Design,
(University of Texas at El Paso) ... Now, researchers at The University of Texas at El Paso have demonstrated how nanotechnology can significantly improve biofuel production from microalgae, offering a sustainable path forward. Researchers at The University of Texas at El Paso
(Karlsruhe Institute of Technology) The First Offshore Production Plant for Synthetic Fuels Was Opened Under the H2Mare Hydrogen Lead Project Funded by the German Federal Government -- Off-grid, modular, and seaworthy: KIT (Karlsruhe Institute of Technology) and partners intend to produce synthetic
Brianne Tremper (KBIA/KOMU) A team of University of Missouri researchers has discovered a way to genetically modify a plant’s genes to produce more oil for biofuels. Biochemistry professor Jay Thelen used arabidopsis, a type of mustard plant, to understand how modifying genetics
(BC Bioenergy Network/Canadian Biomass) Canada’s growing bioeconomy is charting a course towards a low-carbon future, but a crucial skills gap has emerged as a significant challenge. As the country’s Clean Fuel Regulations (CFR) mandate liquid fossil fuel suppliers to reduce the
(University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign/Phys.Org) Low carbon fuel policies are intended to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions from transportation. However, rigid carbon intensity (CI) accounting procedures in current policies may limit CI responsiveness across candidate sites and facilities. Work published in the journal ACS Sustainable
(BEAM Circular) BEAM Circular announced today a major milestone for California's clean technology and biomanufacturing future with $9.8 million in new funding secured for the California Bioeconomy Innovation Campus—a state-of-the-art facility designed to scale breakthrough technologies that convert agricultural byproducts, food
(U.S. Department of Energy) The U.S Department of Energy (DOE) Bioenergy Technologies Office (BETO), in partnership with the Algae Foundation and NREL, announced the grand champion and top four winning teams of the 2023 - 2025 U.S. Department of Energy AlgaePrize Competition! Launched in 2022 and in its
by Daehwan Kim, Erica Correll, Elisha Kabongo, Soyeon Jeong, Chang Geun Yoo (IMR Press) Lignocellulosic materials, such as soybean hulls, possess a complex and recalcitrant structure that requires efficient pretreatment or enzymatic processing for effective conversion into valuable products. However, pretreatment processes
by Eric Stann (Show Me Mizzou) A new study develops a roadmap for scientists showing how genetic changes can affect how much oil a plant can produce. -- Arabidopsis may seem like a simple plant, but at the University of Missouri, plant
(The Print/ANI PR/NewsVoir) Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], July 2: In a significant step towards advancing Hydrogen Research and Clean Energy Innovation, Dover India (Part of Dover Corporation), and RV College of Engineering (RVCE), Mysuru Road, Bengaluru, have announced a strategic partnership to
(AgNet West Radio Network) U.S. Ethanol Industry Sustains 90% Output, Poised for Growth -- According to the Renewable Fuels Association (RFA), U.S. ethanol production is steadily increasing, reflecting growing market demand and industry resilience. Ethanol plants have been operating at approximately 90% of their total
by Donald Heck (Biobased Diesel Daily) The Iowa Central Fuel Testing Laboratory, an independent business on the campus of Iowa Central Community College, leveraged the school’s resources to establish itself years ago and recently expand into a brand-new facility. I came to
(The Arabian Stories) The student company ‘Java Fuel’ at the University of Technology and Applied Sciences in Sohar, North Al Batinah Governorate, has successfully developed an innovative project in sustainable energy -- The student company has formulated a method to convert coffee
(Science Magazine) The Prize is awarded annually to one early-career scientist for transformational research that uses innovative methods and approaches to identify problems and develop solutions through impacts on policy and decision-making. Prize money: USD 30,000 for the grand prize winner, USD
by Churchill Edward (Borneo Post) Universiti Teknologi Mara (UiTM) Sarawak has presented its latest research and development (R&D) in microalgae cultivation and its potential as a renewable source for sustainable biofuel to the Ministry of Energy and Environmental Sustainability. The initiative supports
(University of Southern Queensland) A collaborative project led by the University of Southern Queensland (UniSQ) is aiming to accelerate Australia’s transition to net-zero by transforming dairy waste and duckweed into scalable, sustainable biofuels. Backed by nearly $200,000 through the Australian Government’s Australia’s
(Open Access Government) Researchers at Linköping University in Sweden have made significant discoveries in the quest to produce green hydrogen efficiently using sunlight. The team has developed a triple-layered material that enhances the performance of water-splitting reactions, a crucial step in the
(Nebraska Soybean Board) Ask any farm family around here what they're listening to while working the fields, and they’ll tell you, “The game’s on.” Since 2023, Husker Athletics, Arrow Stage Lines, and the Nebraska Soybean Board (NSB) have taken that pride on the road
(Bioengineer) Research led by a team at BOKU University in Austria has unveiled a breakthrough in the extraction of valuable carbohydrates from plant biomass, which has potential implications for the biofuels and bioproducts industries. With the increasing global demand for sustainable
(University of Surry) A startup from the University of Surrey is one of just ten finalists shortlisted for the Manchester Prize – a UK government-backed award that supports AI solutions for the public good. BiofuelAI now has the chance to win
by Aariz Rizvi (MotorBeam) Toyota promotes hybrids as cleaner than EVs in fossil-fuel-dependent regions -- Toyota Chairman Akio Toyoda has reignited the debate over the environmental impact of electric vehicles, arguing that hybrids may still be the more effective choice for reducing
(Technical University of Munich) Imports without guarantees are not competitive -- To meet Europe’s demand for green hydrogen, governments and the private sector have high hopes for production in Africa. A study led by the Technical University of Munich (TUM) has now
(Karlsruhe Institute of Technology(KIT)) KIT Researchers Elucidate Sugar Accumulation in Sorghum Millet on Saline Soils: SWEET13 Gene Directs Sucrose into the Grains -- Sorghum millet is seen as the crop plant of the future: It builds up a particularly high
(Frauhaufer Umsicht) The carbon cycle can be closed with the help of electrochemical CO2 reduction: Unavoidable emissions from concrete production or waste incineration become CO – and thus the starting point for chemicals or fuels. However, there is a hurdle lurking in
Delivered by NAS President Marcia McNutt: The second annual State of the Science address explored the current status of the U.S. research enterprise and strategies for navigating a rapidly changing scientific landscape. The address was followed by a panel moderated by
by Li Yali (Chinese Academy of Sciences/Phys.Org) The electrochemical CO2 reduction reaction (eCO2RR) to produce value-added multi-carbon (C2+) products, especially ethanol, represents an effective strategy for sustainable energy conversion and achieving carbon neutrality. Although copper (Cu) is the standard electrocatalyst for C2+ product
(Maryland Energy Innovation Accelerator) The Maryland Climate Tech Pre-Accelerator is a unique opportunity to test your climate-tech research, invention, and ideas to have commercial viability. The Maryland Innovation Energy Accelerator (MEIA) implements the program with the NSF Mid-Atlantic Hub I-Corps team
(São Paulo Research Foundation/SciTechDaily) The natural protein, known as CelOCE, was developed at the Brazilian Center for Research in Energy and Materials and is ready for immediate integration into industrial processes. Breaking down plant material into usable fuel has long been one
(Scripps Research) Scripps Research and Georgia Institute of Technology scientists’ discovery could help understand how life evolved on Earth and lead to better biofuel production. -- The prebiotic Earth was a harsh and unstable environment, characterized by intense heat, active volcanoes and
by Casey Crownhart (MIT Technology Review) Fuel cells powered with the metal could provide a new source of electric power that's far more energy-dense than lithium-ion batteries. -- A new type of fuel cell that runs on sodium metal could one day
(Cornell University/EurekAlert!) People have assumed climate change solutions that sequester carbon from the air into soils will also benefit crop yields. But a new study from Cornell University finds that most regenerative farming practices to build soil organic carbon – such as
(Environmental Defense Fund) A new international research initiative will measure hydrogen emissions from operating infrastructure in North America and Europe, filling a gap where little empirical data exist today. With commercial hydrogen operations poised for global expansion, the new information will
(BioSciences) Since 2011, the Advanced Biofuels and Bioproducts Process Development Unit (ABPDU) at Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory (Berkeley Lab) has helped over 90 companies scale up innovative biotechnologies, advancing them from the lab to commercial relevance. Now, the ABPDU will be enhancing its efforts
(Wrexham University) Two researchers in Hydrogen Engineering and Composite Materials have been appointed at Wrexham University, as part of the institution’s pioneering Enterprise Engineering and Optics Centre (EEOC) project. Barry Johnston has joined Wrexham University as Research Associate in Hydrogen Engineering, while Dr.
(India Today) Researchers at Nagaland University have recently developed a nature-inspired technology to turn wastewater into a source of biofuel, nutrients, and clean water. Nagaland University develops eco-friendly tech to recover resources from wastewater Nature-inspired methods turn wastewater into biofuel, nutrients, and clean
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(Agência FAPESP*) The University of São Paulo (USP) is testing the world’s first experimental station dedicated to the production of renewable hydrogen from ethanol. The project, carried out by the Research Center for Greenhouse Gas Innovation (RCGI), represents a milestone
(Fuel Cells Works) Scientists say they have developed a new technology capable of extracting clean hydrogen fuel directly from seawater. SHARJAH, EMIRATE OF SHARJAH, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES -- Researchers from the University of Sharjah claim to have developed a novel technology capable
by Kelsey Tamborrino (Politico Pro) A federal judge on Thursday blocked the Energy Department's new policy capping indirect department-funded research costs. Judge Allison Burroughs wrote in an order in the U.S. District Court for the District of Massachusetts that there is "nothing to indicate"
by Juan Pedro Tomas (Biofuels Digest) In Spain, La Vanguardia reported that the Polytechnic University of Catalonia (UPC) and Vueling are investigating the application and potential effects on current aircraft engines of new sustainable fuels, produced synthetically with slurry or other elements,
by Lisa Gibson (Ethanol Producer Magazine) The steps are simple, with low capital and strong ROI: Engage with the appropriate analytics labs to help calculate in-situ cellulosic ethanol production from corn kernel fiber; register those gallons with the appropriate markets; and
by Jules Bernstein (University of Califorina Riverside) ... A new study finds that introducing a simple, renewable chemical to the pretreatment step can finally make next-generation biofuel production both cost-effective and carbon neutral. For biofuels to compete with petroleum, biorefinery operations must
by José Tadeu Arantes (FAPESP/Phys.Org) The deconstruction of cellulose is essential for the conversion of biomass into fuels and chemicals. But cellulose, the most abundant renewable polymer on the planet, is extremely recalcitrant to biological depolymerization. Although composed entirely of glucose
(Michigan State University) CNH will provide MSU with a New Holland T6.180 Methane tractor, the world's first 100% methane-powered production tractor, for use in educational and research initiatives. -- Through a new partnership with CNH, researchers and students at the MSU College
by by Sue Retka Schill (Ethanol Producer Magazine) Special EPM Podcast Series hosted by Sue Retka Schill featuring Bill Gibbons -- During Bill Gibbon’s 37-year career at South Dakota State University he taught microbiology and researched useful microbes for producing biofuels, organic
by Seth Truscott (Washington State University) Scientists at Washington State University have found a new way to produce sugar from corn stalks and other crop waste, potentially opening a new pathway to sustainable biofuels. Newly published in Bioresource Technology, their experimental process used
by Celia Llopis-Jepsen (KCUR/NPR ) Scientists in Kansas, Missouri and other states were poised to start research to cut U.S. reliance on fertilizer imports, keep biofuel farming cost-competitive and tackle a potent greenhouse gas. The U.S. Department of Energy had a vision:
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) Discover the synergistic thermo-microbial-electrochemical (T-MEC) approach for converting food waste to jet fuel blendstocks while treating HTL wastewater. This integrated system aims to improve carbon yield and reduce waste processing costs compared to anaerobic digestion. Microbial
Join the Institute for Responsible Carbon Removal for the next event in its webinar series, “Scrubbing the Skies: The Role of Carbon Dioxide Removal in Combating Climate Change.” The series focuses on scientific, technological, legal, political, and justice-focused issues associated with carbon
by Nina Zachlod, Michael Hudecheck, Charlotta Sirén & Gerard George (Nature Communications Earth & Environment) Sustainability certifications have rapidly gained prominence and become standards across many industries, yet knowledge about the potential unintended consequences of their criteria remains limited. Here, we use European
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) Understand the potential of hydrothermal liquefaction (HTL) to produce significant volumes of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) from wet wastes. HTL offers a continuous process with high carbon yields. Research focuses on addressing key challenges like nitrogen
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) Learn about sorption-enhanced chemical looping gasification (SE-CLG) for efficient renewable natural gas production from biomass wastes. This intensified process integrates air separation, CO2 capture, and syngas conditioning in a single step. Developed phase transition sorbents (PTSs)
by Lauren Ash (The Eye) ... Recent research from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign highlights its (switchgrass's) advantages: high biomass yields, reduced nitrogen requirements and diverse ecological benefits. Grown on marginal lands, switchgrass limits nitrate leaching, prevents erosion and improves soil
(U.S. Department of Energy) Scientists engineered camelina and pennycress seeds to produce nearly pure specialized oils, paving the way for improved biofuel production. -- Plants store energy as oils in their seeds, which can be used to make biofuels. Some plants, such as
(Universität Würzburg) ... If humans could imitate photosynthesis, it would have many advantages. The free energy from the sun could be used to remove carbon dioxide from the atmosphere and use it to build carbohydrates and other useful substances. It would
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) Discover the M-BREWW project’s innovative approach to transform wastewater treatment from an energy consumer to a producer. Their system integrates a cloth filter anaerobic membrane bioreactor (CFAnMBR), ammonia ion exchange, and electrolysis to recover energy and
(Arab News) Project aims to reduce the cost of producing the element to make the process more economically viable; Uses a portable solar panel to power a process known as water splitting, which separates the hydrogen atoms from oxygen in water RIYADH: A
Matthew A. Sturchio, Adam Gallaher, and Steven M. Grodsky (Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences) Solar energy is often framed as a threat to croplands. However, vast croplands in the midwestern United States already support corn ethanol biofuel, a form
(Uppsala University/Phys.Org) High-starch algae are important in biofuel production, as a feed supplement in agriculture and as an efficient way to bind carbon dioxide. Researchers have now found a new method to control starch storage in algae—a finding with potential applications
(Minnesota Pollution Control Agency) Forever Green Initiative continuing study of camelina’s suitability to make jet fuel -- Camelina is what’s considered an ancient crop, one that Europeans cultivated thousands of years ago. It’s also considered an orphan crop, displaced by other
(Fuel Cells Works) HYDGEN, a Singapore & Indian-based leader in hydrogen electrolyzer technology, has entered into a research collaboration agreement with the University of North Bengal (NBU), a premier research and development institution in India. The partnership, set to run from March
by Maryam Hashemi, Safoora Mirmohamadsadeghi, Benyamin Khoshnevisan, Ángel Galán-Martín, Joeri F.M. Denayer and Keikhosro Karimi (Science of the Total Environment) Highlights: • Environmental impacts of two algae-biorefinery valorization systems were assessed. • Biorefinery approach outperformed only-fuel in all damage categories. • Co-production of ethanol and high-value bio-products proved highly sustainable. • Avoided
(Unicamp) Integrated into Nipe, the complex was installed in an area of 6 thousand square meters -- The Bioenergy Research Laboratory (Labioen), a research complex focused on innovation in the bioenergy and biomaterials sector, has just started operating at Unicamp. Labioen is
by Joana Colussi, Gary Schnitkey, and Nick Paulson (farmdoc daily) While much of Brazil’s growing grain production has typically been destined for exports, the trajectory is shifting for corn. The country is using more of its corn for feed and fuel, pushing
by Cindy Zimmerman (Energy.AgWired.com) The International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) evaluated the carcinogenicity of automotive gasoline and some oxygenated gasoline additives and published findings last week in The Lancet Oncology. The Working Group evaluated automotive gasoline as carcinogenic to humans (Group 1)
by Gilbert Ekugbe (Punch) Nigerian scientist and member of the American Society of Agronomy, Crop Science Society of America, and Soil Science Society of America, Dr. Joseph Iboyi, has identified the the need to utilise biomass-based sustainable aviation fuel to help
(Pusan (Google Translation)) Busan National University Hydrogen Ship Technology Center and American Register of Shipping Promote International Joint Research -- Pusan National University (President Choi Jae-won) Hydrogen Ship Technology Center announced that it signed an 'Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on Joint
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