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
(John A. Dutton Institute for Teaching and Learning Excellence/Pennsylvania State University) Course Overview: This course will examine the chemistry of technologies of bio-based sources for power generation and transportation fuels. When you successfully complete this course, you will be prepared to: describe various biomasses
(Neutrons for Society) A recent study uses high resolution neutron imaging at the ILL to examine water dynamics in a carbon dioxide electrolysis cells. Recently published in the journal ACS Energy Letters, the study has now been selected as research highlight in Nature
(University of Cambridge) Researchers have developed a reactor that pulls carbon dioxide directly from the air and converts it into sustainable fuel, using sunlight as the power source. -- The researchers, from the University of Cambridge, say their solar-powered reactor could be
(Simtronics) Innovative software for the process industries and the educational institutions which support them – from a world leader in OTS. Simtronics combines experience and the latest technology to deliver a proven, progressive, and exciting simulator system. Your choice of Windows or
Michigan State University, through Bruno Basso’s work, promotes a circular bioeconomy in grain production systems to lower the carbon intensity score. This approach unites circularity, emphasizing resource efficiency and waste minimization, with the bioeconomy, which displaces fossil fuels with bio-based
by Anne Wilson (MIT News) A new international collaboration unites MIT and maritime industry leaders to develop nuclear propulsion technologies, alternative fuels, data-powered strategies for operation, and more. ... A new consortium, formalized in a signing ceremony at MIT last week, aims
by Diana Yates (Univeristy of Illinois Urbana-Champaign News Bureau) Scientists have spent decades genetically modifying the bacterium Escherichia coli and other microbes to convert carbon dioxide into useful biological products. Most methods require additional carbon sources, however, adding to the cost. A new
by Shojobi Abisola (Daily Independent) Nigerian scientist, Yusuf Owolabi, has advanced research on turning agricultural wastes into biofuel, as alternative solutions to fossil fuels. There exists a consensus by nations of the world to accelerate emission reductions towards net zero by 2050, with
(Simon Fraser University) Two powerhouses in Simon Fraser University’s drive toward a greener future are combining research excellence with innovation to provide even cleaner heat to the community. -- SFU’s School of Sustainable Energy Engineering (SEE) program and Corix – the company that designed, built,
(Terragia/Business Wire) The startup expanded its leadership team with climate tech veteran Kristin Brief joining as CEO, Lee Lynd transitions to CTO. -- Terragia Biofuel, a technology startup aiming to drive the next generation of biofuels, today (March 28, 2025) announced
(Rutgers University/Science Daily) In a groundbreaking study on the synthesis of cellulose -- a major constituent of all plant cell walls -- a team has captured images of the microscopic process of cell-wall building continuously over 24 hours with living plant
(Universal Fuel Technologies/Business Wire) o During a five-month pilot, the company demonstrated that its Flexiforming technology can produce high-quality 100% synthetic SAF from multiple renewable feedstocks. o Tested pathways to SAF include methanol-to-jet, ethanol-to-jet (ETJ), and renewable HEFA naphtha-with-ethanol-to-jet (NETJ). o In
(Florida Trend) Researchers with the University of Florida Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences are studying ways to scale up production of a crop that can be used for things such as renewable jet fuel. Carinata is an oilseed crop that
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) In this presentation, researchers chart the progress of a project focused on developing a technology for converting carbohydrates in paper sludge into hydrocarbon biofuel economically and sustainably. The project includes sludge selection, ash removal, enzymatic hydrolysis, dehydration, aldol
(Kaist Research News) Hydrogen production using renewable energy is a key technology for eco-friendly energy and chemical production . However, hydrogen produced in this way is difficult to store and transport , so research is being conducted worldwide to store hydrogen in the form
(Binghamton University State University of New York) $1.6 million project partially supported through BioMADE, a federally sponsored Manufacturing Innovation Institute -- Binghamton University has received funding to create a biomanufacturing project management training program to foster leadership skills in students, veterans, entry-level workers and
(Oregon State University) ... Zhenxing Feng and Alvin Chang of the OSU College of Engineering helped characterize a novel electrocatalyst developed by collaborators at Yale University and helped explain the improved efficiency for deriving methanol from carbon dioxide, a greenhouse gas
by Leah Douglas (Reuters) A U.S. Department of Agriculture investigation into the agency's funding for the University of Maine could compromise research on biofuels, vegetables, and "forever chemicals" that have been polluting the state, said an advocate and a state lawmaker. USDA
(University of British Columbia Okanagan Campus) H2LAB is built to advance hydrogen energy research by developing practical low-carbon solutions -- With its doors now officially open, UBC Okanagan’s new hydrogen research laboratory (H2LAB) is set to become a key hub for clean
(Tokyo University of Science) Scientists develop a low-cost palladium-based nanosheet catalyst that matches platinum's performance in hydrogen production -- Hydrogen energy is emerging as a key driver of a clean, sustainable future, offering a zero-emission alternative to fossil fuels. Although it is
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) This presentation by Lance Schideman from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, focuses on a cloth filter anaerobic membrane bioreactor (CFAnMBR) for municipal wastewater treatment. The CFAnMBR technology achieves high flux with low cleaning energy, resolving
by Michael Miller (University of Cincinnati/Phys.Org) One limitation of producing biofuel is that the alcohol created by fermentation is toxic to the microbes that produce it. Now scientists are closer to overcoming this obstacle. Researchers from the University of Cincinnati and the
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) This presentation by Shulin Chen of Washington State University aims to reduce the production cost of pure biomethane derived from waste through an intensified anaerobic digestion (AD) system. The IVAD system integrates a hydrothermal reactor, a
By Yuvraj Akula (Telangana Today) Developed by Prof P Sankar Ganesh and his team, iSTAR, a single-stage advanced anaerobic digestion process is designed to treat organic waste, converting to methane-rich biogas -- Hyderabad: In a smart solution for landfilling leachate, domestic septage management,
(Xinhua News Agency/CGTN) A team of Chinese researchers has achieved a record solar hydrogen production efficiency of 10.36 percent, sustained for over a month, paving the way for large-scale green hydrogen production, Science and Technology Daily reported on Saturday. According to a
(WSU Insider) Washington State University’s sustainable aviation fuels research is getting noticed. A recent study published in the journal Heliyon found that WSU is globally the top contributing organization to scientific literature on the field of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF), based on an analysis
by William A. Scott (Energy Policy) Ethanol has maintained a high learning rate of 21.8%; Biodiesel and renewable diesel demonstrate lower learning rates of 3.23% and 1.33%; Carbon intensity innovation primarily results from feedstock choice; Policy support exceeds social benefit of biofuels from emission
(Nagoya University/Phys.org) A research team led by Assistant Professor Shogo Mori and Professor Susumu Saito at Nagoya University has developed a method of artificial photosynthesis that uses sunlight and water to produce energy and valuable organic compounds, including pharmaceutical materials, from
(University of Illinois Center for Advanced Bioenergy and Bioproducts Innovation (CABBI)) Researchers at the Center for Advanced Bioenergy and Bioproducts Innovation (CABBI) have developed a sustainable process that has redefined and expanded oilcane’s product portfolio, adding value to this feedstock. In a
(CNPEM) Unprecedented enzyme class prospected in Brazilian soil can increase biorefinery efficiency and accelerate the sustainable production of energy and chemicals -- A new enzyme class discovered in Brazilian soil represents one of the main advances in recent decades in the field
(Stanford Report) Current methods to assess the carbon storage potential of biochar may significantly undervalue environmental benefits, Stanford researchers say. -- Biochar, a charcoal-like material derived from plant biomass, has long been hailed as a promising tool for carbon dioxide removal. However,
by Neil Shaw (Coventry Live) After a new study showing the impact on lung health, one expert said 'the zero-emission label is clearly not accurate.' -- Pollution from electric cars could be as bad or worse than that from petrol and diesel
(University of Nebraska Lincoln/Science Daily) A research team has shown that methanogens, micro-organisms ubiquitous in low-oxygen environments like aquifers, soil and even permafrost, can propel their growth by dissolving calcium carbonate, one of the Earth's most abundant minerals. The discovery paints
by Abbie Black (Rocket City Now) University of San Diego researchers are turning craft beer and cider waste into biofuel by partnering with local breweries and using a mix of seaweed and fish waste. -- Inside a University of San Diego engineering lab, undergraduate
by Seth Truscott (Washington State University) An international team of scientists has discovered a way to store and release volatile hydrogen using lignin-based jet fuel that could open new pathways for sustainable energy production. In a new study in the International Journal of
by Pat Powers (KQWC/Radio Iowa) A new fuel testing laboratory will be dedicated this afternoon (February 7, 2025) near the Fort Dodge campus of Iowa Central Community College. Iowa Central President Jesse Ulrich says the work started there 20 years ago when
(Coventry University) Coventry University hopes to develop the hydrogen technology experts of the future here in the UK and Egypt. -- A new project to boost greener energy use will see the university work with industry professionals, students and academics to establish
(Tokyo University of Science) Researchers make use of small-angle X-ray scattering to reveal potential-dependent structural changes in redox enzymes used in bioelectrochemical devices -- Redox enzymes are proteins that catalyze oxidation-reduction reactions, which involve the transfer of electrons between molecules. Redox enzymes
by Emma Lande (Nevada Today) The new sorghum varieties provide a climate-smart alternative grain for food science, breweries and dairy farmers -- Researchers at the University of Nevada, Reno have unveiled 200 sorghum varieties that could be a game-changer in the food, brewery, dairy
(University of Wisconsin-Madison/CALS News) A multi-institution research team led by the University of Wisconsin–Madison received $5.5 million from the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Advanced Research Projects Agency-Energy (ARPA-E) to develop a novel approach to cut synthetic nitrogen fertilizer use in
by Kelsey Walling (Big Island Now) The by-products and waste from papayas, pineapples, coconuts, ʻulu, macadamia nuts and Albezia trees may one day be converted to fuel and energy to help lower greenhouse gas emissions. The University of Hawaiʻi at Hilo is collaborating with
by Leah Shaffer (Washington University) People interact with dimethyl ether (DME) in some form every day, most commonly through its function as a refrigerant. DME is one of those intermediary gases that can turn chemicals into different useful chemicals and turn
(AK&M Information Agency) Scientists of St. Petersburg‑St. Petersburg University has developed a method for purifying biodiesel from glycerol using deep eutectic solvents based on choline chloride and urea. Experiments have shown that the created method is more effective than the currently
(Ginkgo Bioworks/PR Newswire) Customizable, anaerobic-enabled system aims to accelerate discovery and development of sustainable biofuels at the University of Wisconsin–Madison's GLBRC -- Ginkgo Bioworks (NYSE: DNA), which is building the leading platform for cell programming and biosecurity, today announced that Ginkgo Automation will
by Martha Blum (AgriNews) Adding sustainable aviation fuel to the list of products made from corn and soybeans may help increase profits for U.S. farmers. “Sustainable aviation fuel is produced from renewable feedstocks like corn and soybeans,” said Noelle Neef, assistant director
by April Wendling (University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign/Phys.Org) Researchers at the Center for Advanced Bioenergy and Bioproducts Innovation (CABBI) have developed a new sorghum variant that can outperform soybeans in oil production, with great potential as a clean source of renewable
(Oman Observer) NIZWA: Raqaa Student Company, a team from the University of Technology and Applied Sciences, (UTAS), Nizwa, has achieved a breakthrough in sustainability by converting paper waste into biofuel. This innovative project aims to address environmental challenges associated with
by Lee Jong-hyun (Chosun Biz) Breakthrough in efficient carbon conversion opens doors to renewable energy solutions -- ... A research team led by Professor Jang In-seop from the Department of Environmental and Energy Engineering at the Gwangju Institute of Science and Technology (GIST)
Experience the 2024 Digester Day workshop, an engaging opportunity to explore the latest advancements in farm digesters and anaerobic digestion. Designed for farmers, farm professionals, and biogas specialists, this event offers an ideal platform to discuss emerging technologies, exchange practical
by Jesper Bruun Petersen (Aarhus University) New research from Aarhus University has revealed how we can make it much cheaper to capture and convert CO2 from industry for usable products. The research has just been published in Nature Communications. -- Researchers from Aarhus
by Kimbra Cutlip (Maryland Today) UMD Researcher Leads Development of Advanced Fuel Cells Powered by Marine Microbes -- A University of Maryland researcher has received a $7.8 million award from the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) to develop and test a biologically
by Maria Gerveni, Scott Irwin, Todd Hubbs and Steven Ramsey (farmdoc daily) ... However, there is only one feasible pathway at the present time for ramping up SAF production quickly. This is through the conversion of part, or all, of the production
( g1 Campinas and Region and EPTV (Google Translation)) Researchers from the National Biorenewables Laboratory (LNBR) of the National Center for Research in Energy and Materials (CNPEM), in Campinas (SP) , discovered that sustainable fuel made from microbial oil derived from sugarcane has the
(eChemicles Zrt/EIN News Wires) eChemicles, pioneering in CO2 electrolysis, announces strategic partnership with Bosch Thin Metal Technologies to scale its novel CO2 utilization technology. eChemicles, pioneering in CO2 electrolysis, is pleased to announce its strategic partnership with Bosch Thin Metal Technologies to
(OXCCU) OXCCU, a leader in carbon-to-value innovation, has unveiled new techno-economic analysis detailing the transformative potential of its CO₂ Fischer-Tropsch (CO₂ F-T) technology for producing Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF). The report outlines how OXCCU’s innovative catalyst and process reduces costs,
(Novo Nordisk Foundation) A new comprehensive initiative at the Technical University of Denmark aims to accelerate the development of biosolutions and strengthen the bio-based economy. The Novo Nordisk Foundation is supporting the initiative with up to DKK 1.05 billion (€134.1 million). Our
(Autonomous University of Sinaloa (google translation)) A group of researchers from the Faculty of Biology of the Autonomous University of Sinaloa, the National Polytechnic Institute, the Interdisciplinary Center for Research for Regional Integral Development, of Durango and from Universities for Well-being
By Gavriel Fiske (Times of Israel) The Israeli Sustainable Aviation Fuel Knowledge Center (iSAF) has been inaugurated at the Technion, the university says in a press release, “a significant step towards producing sustainable fuels for the aviation sector” that will
(Canterbury Christ Church University) Researchers have found a more sustainable way to produce energy using plants that can survive in dry conditions such as deserts. These drought-tolerant plants, also known as arid plants, could help create cleaner and more efficient biofuels on
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) This presentation deck outlines a revolutionary approach to biomanufacturing using artificial protocells, presented by Advait Holkar and Samanvaya Srivastava. The presentation deck highlights the limitations of traditional whole-cell and cell-free manufacturing methods, emphasizing their inefficiency, complexity,
(Iowa State University) New research at Iowa State University shows that using advanced planting techniques can triple the amount of biomass produced by the perennial, bioenergy crop miscanthus in its establishment year. This would significantly increase the plant’s potential to store
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) ... National Science Foundation has funded the Carbon Utilization Redesign for Biomanufacturing Decarbonization, or CURB, Engineering Research Center, or ERC, a multi-institutional engineering research center that aims to develop transformative technologies that reduce greenhouse gas emissions
by Shelby Bradford (The Scientist) ... In a study published in Nature Communications, a team of microbiologists demonstrated that while some bacterial species reduced bioethanol conversion, others improved its production.1 “That gives us more notes to play in terms of optimizing the process, because
(AZO Cleantech) In a recent study in Green Chemistry, scientists from the King's College London and Brazilian Biorenewables National Laboratory used enzymes to convert fatty acids in cooking oils into alkenes, which are essential building blocks for fuels like gasoline and diesel. The researchers
(University of Southern Denmark/Science X/Phys.Org) rillions of bacteria work in the chemical and pharmaceutical industries, helping produce everything from beer and facial creams to biodiesel and fertilizer. The pharmaceutical industry, in particular, relies heavily on bacteria for producing substances like insulin
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
(U.S. Department of Agriculture/Oak Ridge National Laboratory/EurekAlert!) A team of scientists with two Department of Energy Bioenergy Research Centers — the Center for Bioenergy Innovation, or CBI, at Oak Ridge National Laboratory and the Center for Advanced Bioenergy and Bioproducts Innovation,
(Hindustan Times/MSN) Researchers from the Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati (IIT Guwahati) developed an advanced biological method to convert methane and carbon dioxide into cleaner biofuels using methanotrophic bacteria. The research, co-authored by Prof Debasish Das and Dr Krishna Kalyani Sahoo,
(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
(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
(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
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