(F&B Bio Recyclage/EIN Presswire) Phase 1 completion establishes the technical & economic foundation for full-scale development, positioning F&B as regional leader in renewable fuel innovation. KUMASI, AH, GHANA, October 10, 2025 -- F&B Bio Recyclage Ltd, an innovative recycling Start-up producer is
by Timothy Taylor (Conversable Economist/Talk Markets) Twenty years ago, with the Energy Policy Act of 2005, the US decided to encourage “biofuels” in a big way with the Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS) program, which started with RFS1 and later was amended
By Sreeraman Thiagarajan (Economic Times) At GFF 2025, Prime Minister Modi spoke about bridging divides between urban and rural, rich, and poor, developed and developing. The same philosophy applies to India’s biofuel story. What began as a domestic policy to reduce
(The Hindu) Tiruvanaikovil-based FSSAI-licensed start-up buys used cooking oil from over 2,000 business establishments, educational institutions and hospitals in Tiruchi, Dindigul, Pudukottai, Thanjavur, Tiruvarur, Nagapattinam and Mayiladuthurai districts The Repurpose Used Cooking Oil (RUCO) initiative launched by the Food Safety and Standards
(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 Noah Fish (AgWeek) Minnesota became the first in the nation in 2005 to require a biodiesel blend in its diesel fuel. -- Twenty years ago, Minnesota farmers helped make history. In the fall of 2005, the state became the first in
(Bioenergy International) Germany-headed biogas producer and technology provider EnviTec Biogas AG has announced that it has signed its first contract for the construction of a biogas upgrading plant with carbon dioxide liquefaction in Belgium. The contract is with Byont, a leading Dutch
(Southwest Research Institute) Southwest Research Institute produced a batch of blended sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) through a refinery process that started with electrofuels or e-fuels made from carbon dioxide and green hydrogen. Using internal research funding, a multidisciplinary team produced and
by Violet George (Carbon Herald) India has achieved a significant step toward industrial decarbonization with the successful production of its first drop of methanol derived from captured carbon dioxide at NTPC’s Vindhyachal Super Thermal Power Station in Madhya Pradesh. The breakthrough
(Fuel Cells Works) -- New e-SMR process integrates renewable electricity and biogas feedstocks to produce low-cost, low-carbon green methanol. -- The technology boosts flexibility and energy independence, enabling Europe to scale affordable clean fuels for hard-to-abate sectors. European Energy has unveiled its
by Luke Geiver (Ethanol Producer Magazine) ... From plant to plant, the list of variables any leadership team may have to navigate when working to bring a CCS project to bear can seem never-ending and nuanced—even the smallest differences can create
by Donnell Eller (Des Moines Register) -- Summit Carbon Solutions is asking Iowa regulators to amend its carbon dioxide pipeline permit to explore sequestration sites in other states. -- Opponents, including landowners and environmental groups, are challenging Summit's Iowa permit in
by Geoff Cooper (Renewable Fuels Association) There’s an old saying in politics that suggests “if you’re not at the table, you’re on the menu.” Sure, the adage is overused and a bit cliché. But it aptly describes events that will be
by Anika Jane Beamer (Inside Climate News) Corn monocropping emits higher levels of nitrous oxide, a greenhouse gas which traps heat in the atmosphere more than 300 times as effectively as carbon dioxide. Simple interventions could drastically reduce emissions, experts say.
(VietStock) Deputy Director of the Cần Thơ Department of Industry and Trade LêThành Thanh welcomed the proposals, saying they fit the city’s strategy for sustainable industry. -- Two major enterprises from the Republic of Korea (RoK) – Lotte Chilsung Beverage (part of
(Whitefox) Whitefox ICE System Supports Efficiency Improvements as Lincolnway Celebrates 100 Million Gallon Annual Production Milestone -- Lincolnway Energy and Whitefox Technologies are proud to announce the successful installation and startup of its Whitefox ICE® membrane dehydration system at Lincolnway’s ethanol plant in Nevada,
(BNamericas) New prospects are opening for Mexico’s biofuels industry amid increased support from the administration of President Claudia Sheinbaum, rising concern over falling sugar prices, and growing cooperation with ethanol powerhouse Brazil. “We are gradually seeing how a framework is taking shape
(Blue Biofuels/Ethanol Producer Magazine) Blue Biofuels is pleased to announce the successful completion of its Phase 2 Small Business Innovation Research grant awarded by the U.S. Department of Energy. Over the past year, this grant has enabled Blue Biofuels to advance
by Holly Jessen (Ethanol Producer Magazine) To mark the 20-year anniversary of the RFS, Ethanol Producer Magazine spoke to several long-time members of the ethanol industry about what has been accomplished as well as what’s next on the horizon. ... When asked to
by Andres Picon (Politico Pro E&E Daily) Senators adopted amendments on minerals and nuclear energy, but a proposal to boost E15 ethanol sales fell out. -- The Senate passed its version of the annual defense policy bill Thursday night after adopting amendments
(Eni) Eni has launched the authorisation process for the Environmental Impact Assessment (VIA) to transform its industrial site in Priolo, Sicily. In recent days, the Italian Ministry of the Environment and Energy Security approved the application to proceed with the construction
by Sarah Giam (Argus Media) Biofuels and liquefied natural gas (LNG) will likely be the most economical alternative marine fuels well into the 2030s, speakers at the Marine Fuels 360 conference in Singapore on 7 October said. But they also emphasised a
by Trish Everingham (InnovationAus.com) The Western Australian government will spend $1.2 million developing an advanced biofuels strategy aimed at building a local biofuels industry and cutting emissions. The state expects the strategy to help identify its use of existing agricultural and forestry resources
by Eve Thomas (Offshore Technology) Biofuel producers must look beyond waste lipids if they want to avoid a feedstock bottleneck; land-efficient, industrial-integrable microalgae offer a solution. -- Biofuel has been touted as the cornerstone of a decarbonised future, but the complex supply chains
(Australian Sugar Manufacturers) The Australian Sugar Manufacturers (ASM) has today (October 8, 2025) submitted a bold vision to the Parliamentary Inquiry into Sugarcane Bioenergy Opportunities in Queensland, calling for a $40 million investment package to transform the sugar industry into the
(Sunfire) Sunfire awarded contract to conduct FEED study for 40 MW hydrogen project in Joensuu, Finland. Dresden / Joensuu, October 08, 2025 – At the start of the year, P2X Solutions and Sunfire marked a historic milestone with the first industrial scale green hydrogen
(Japan Airlines) Plant Construction Begins, Targeting Domestic Bioethanol Production Starting 2027 -- Japan Airlines Co., Ltd. (hereinafter "JAL") has invested in MORISORA Bio Refinery LLC (hereinafter "MORISORA Bio Refinery") to advance sustainable aviation fuel (hereinafter "SAF") produced from domestically sourced woody biomass
(Baleària) The shipping company is using this renewable fuel on all routes operated with the fast ferry 'Margarita Salas' and the ferry 'Abel Matutes', which connect Barcelona-Alcúdia-Ciutadella, as well as the ferry 'Rusadir', which connects Malaga-Melilla The use of this fuel, which
by Samyak Pandey (S&P Global) Biofuels claiming 27% of vegetable oil production by 2030; Aviation SAF competing for same waste oils as road transport; Advanced feedstocks still niche despite policy support -- EU and US waste oil imports have surged twentyfold since 2020, intensifying pressure
(World Biogas Association) Biomethane represents a practical, scalable and immediate pathway for some parts of maritime decarbonisation. As a renewable, low-carbon fuel, biomethane can leverage existing liquefied natural gas (LNG) infrastructure and vessels, enabling rapid adoption while aligning with International Maritime
(Qair) Independent renewable energy company Qair announces the successful financing of its renewable hydrogen ecosystem in Occitanie, France. This landmark €55 million financing, secured in partnership with Crédit Agricole and Bpifrance, will support the pending construction of the Hyd’Occ H2 production facility in
(Utility Global/PR Newswire) Collaboration to deliver deeply carbon-negative hydrogen using dairy biogas to fuel heavy-duty transportation across California -- Utility Global, Inc. ("Utility"), a U.S.-based leader in economical decarbonization technology, and Maas Energy Works ("MEW"), the nation's leading developer of dairy digester-to-energy
(European Energy) European Energy has entered a strategic cooperation with German company SYPOX and will use their new technology, electric steam methane reforming (e-SMR), to reduce costs and accelerate green methanol production for the shipping and chemical sectors. European Energy adds bio-methanol
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) ... The bossa nova — literally, “new trend.” ... I. The Rhythm of Renewal ... Every time a biorefinery turns residue into revenue or a digester converts methane into molecule value, it’s the same refrain — structure and improvisation, sense
by Ananda Teresia and Fransisca Nangoy (Reuters) Indonesia is considering setting a mandatory bioethanol content level of 10% for gasoline sold in the country to lower carbon dioxide emissions and reduce its dependence on fuel imports, state news agency Antara reported
by Philip Brasher (Agri-Pulse) Over the objections of the Trump administration, an international body that regulates ocean shipping is preparing to finalize a cap-and-trade system for reducing greenhouse gas emissions that offers a potential new market for biofuels made from agricultural feedstocks.
by Katie Schroeder (Ethanol Producer Magazine) The sustainable aviation fuel industry’s biggest players gathered in Minnesota last week (of September) to confront the sector’s steep challenges and chart its path forward. At the North American SAF Conference and Expo, held Sept. 22-24
(Ethanol Producer Magazine) This month's EPM podcast features, Kari Buttenhoff, Partner, Christianson CPAs and Consultants. Hosted by Katie Schroeder, Ethanol Producer Magazine. READ MORE/LISTEN
(Otodata) In a world increasingly focused on sustainability and circular economies, the used cooking oil (UCO) market is quietly transforming waste into opportunity. Once just considered a disposable byproduct of food preparation, UCO is now a valuable resource fueling innovation across
(OXCCU) -- Backed by global leaders in aviation, energy, and climate investing, OXCCU strengthens its position as a critical player in the global push for commercially viable sustainable aviation fuel (SAF). -- Series B investors include IAGiVentures (the dedicated corporate venturing
(Technip Energies) Technip Energies (PARIS:TE) has been awarded two engineering services contracts by Repsol for the development of the Ecoplanta Molecular Recycling Solutions (Ecoplanta) project, a first-of-a-kind waste-to-methanol facility to be built in El Morell, near Tarragona, Spain -- The plant will
(AirCo/Biobased Diesel Daily) AirCo™ announced in late September the successful operation of its new integrated AirMade® Fuel plant in Brooklyn, New York. The plant, according to AirCo, represents a major technological milestone for the company and the broader effort to commercialize synthetic
(UFOP/Biobased Diesel Daily) ... Since February, the EU-27 has imposed duties on biodiesel imports from China, ranging from 10 percent to 35.6 percent, depending on the feedstock. Nevertheless, pressure from Chinese imports remains strong. According to Eurostat, imports of methyl-ester biodiesel made from used
(Bioenergy Insight) BP has the potential to develop at least nine biomethane projects in Brazil, according to company president Andres Guevara de la Vega, reports Argus Media. Speaking at a British Chamber of Commerce event in Rio de Janeiro, de la Vega said
(American Biogas Council) As electricity demand soars, biogas made from wastewater sludge offers an established power source -- Today (September 25, 2025), the American Biogas Council (ABC) released new data showing the extensive role municipal wastewater facilities can play to recycle organic waste into
by Sam A. Rushing (Advanced Cryogenics, Ltd./The Digest) Yes, carbon dioxide as a green chemical – however, what about the effects on the environment and economy? Carbon dioxide is ever – more a green – natured agent when applied in a growing
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) Gevo, Praj in focus as India tips a blending strategy to complement biodiesel, renewable diesel -- ... Ethanol, the star of India’s petrol program, couldn’t hold the mix in diesel. Too volatile, too hydrophilic, too combustible. The
(TradeArabia News Service) The Arab Energy Fund (TAEF), a leading multilateral impact financial institution dedicated to ensuring energy security and sustainability in the MENA region, has announced that it has led Tagaddod’s $26.3 million Series A equity round. Tagaddod, a pioneering platform
(Autoini) Explore ethanol fuel blends and their effects on engines, efficiency, and global adoption. -- Ethanol mix gasoline is becoming more common worldwide as countries aim to cut emissions and reduce oil dependence. Blended fuels such as E5, E10, E20, and E85 are already widely
by Stephen Adeleye (KOGI Reports) The Energy Commission of Nigeria (ECN) has encouraged Nigerians to embrace the integration of Jatropha and Cassava for biogas production to strengthen energy security, create jobs, reduce waste, protect the environment, and drive rural economic growth. This
(Office of Senator Chuck Grassley (R-IA)) Floor Remarks by Senator Chuck Grassley of Iowa; Senate President Pro Tempore, “The Agricultural Economy: Year-Round, Nationwide E15” -- So again, for the third time this week, I want to talk about the agricultural situation. This week, I’ve been
by Corbin Hiar (E&E News Climatewire) The U.S. must implement new policies to kick-start production of bio-based jet fuel, according to a paper from the National Bureau of Economic Research. -- A new paper offers a policy road map for expanding U.S.
by Grace Skavdahl (Wyoming Livestock Roundup) In a Sept. 17 edition of the North American Ag Spotlight podcast, hosted by Chrissy Wozniack, CoBank Farm Supply and Biofuels Lead Economist Jacqui Fatka offers her perspective on the shifting landscape of biofuels. Titled “How Biofuels are Changing
by Drew Lyon (Minnesota Soybean Growers Association/The Journal) Twenty years is a long time. Two decades ago, in 2005, George W. Bush was president, “The Office” and “Grey’s Anatomy” both premiered on network TV, Hurricane Katrina hit Louisiana, Zygi Wilf took
(Allied Biofuels/Globe Newswire) Allied Biofuels FE LLC Uzbekistan announced today the signing of key land and water agreements with the Khorezm Regional Government, marking a critical milestone in the implementation of its green aviation fuel project in Tuproqqala District, Khorezm. This planned
(Bioenergy International) The European Biogas Association (EBA) has launched a comprehensive paper exploring the valorisation of biogenic carbon dioxide from the biogas sector, enabling the EU’s carbon strategy to reduce emissions and support a sustainable, low-carbon economy as a scalable and
(Bioenergy Insight) A New Zealand-based company has introduced its Biomass Conversion Technology (BCT). Verdus Energy & Associates aims to help dairy and livestock farms achieve carbon-negative operations while producing a wide range of high-value green products. Using circular economy principles and energy-neutral processes,
(Bioenergy Insight) Natural State Renewables (NSR) is pioneering sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) production using surplus forest biomass, aiming to decarbonise air travel while supporting forest health and local economies. Clay Marbry, senior vice president of project development at NSR, discussed the
(Renewable Carbon Publications) First-generation biomass in non-food applications increases food security. -- Using first-generation biomass for non-food applications strengthens food security by increasing overall availability of feedstock and market stability. At the same time, it also delivers valuable protein-rich by-products addressing the
(Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority) The MBTA today (September 29, 2025) announced that it has launched a partnership with STX Group to participate in the Federal Renewable Fuel Standard (RFSII) program, an initiative that is expected to generate $4 million of revenue
(Global e-Fuels) Smartenergy Group AG has signed a strategic partnership with Q8 Aviation, the international aviation arm of Kuwait Petroleum International, to advance the production and use of synthetic sustainable aviation fuel (e-SAF). The agreement makes Q8 Aviation a cornerstone offtake
by Samyak Pandey (S&P Global) India's ethanol surplus could support aviation decarbonization; Regulatory uncertainty around sugarcane feedstocks hinders SAF scaling; Addressing feedstock policy, certification key to unlocking AtJ potential India could leverage its abundant ethanol surplus to support international aviation decarbonization, but regulatory uncertainty
MCS Foundation) New report shows that although biomethane supply is expected to increase, its widescale use as a green fuel for home heating is not achievable; Even under most optimistic scenarios, biomethane could provide less than 18% of UK’s current gas demand; Priority
(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 Deni Ghifari (The Jakarta Post) he European Union plans to appeal a World Trade Organization ruling against Brussels’ import duties imposed on biodiesel from Indonesia, meaning the case is set to remain in limbo at the WTO’s paralyzed Appellate Body. READ
(Bulawayo) Biodiesel production in Zimbabwe is set for a major leap, with daily output expected to rise from 3 000 litres to 75 000 litres following the upgrading of Finealt Engineering's processing plant in Mutoko. Located on the north-western fringes of Mutoko
by Fika Ramadhani (Deutsche Welle) After nearly a decade of negotiations between Jakarta and Brussels, a new free trade pact will let Indonesia sell its palm oil in the EU with zero tariffs. But other obstacles are looming. -- The European Union
(Deccan Chronicle) The Asian Palm Oil Alliance (APOA), the Council of Palm Oil Producing Countries (CPOPC), and Solidaridad Network Asia Limited (SNAL), embark on a structured programme to align national sustainability standards, improve traceability and support smallholders across the region. APOA, the
by Margus Muld (ERR.EE) Baltic Workboats' Saaremaa shipyard is building a 38-meter vessel for Estonia's state fleet that will run on biofuel and electricity, due next spring. The steel hull arrived from Poland this week. Once completed, the workboat will be used for waterway
(OneFortyOne) OneFortyOne and HAMR Energy have entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to collaborate on the supply of sustainable biomass for renewable methanol production in Australia and New Zealand. The MoU marks a significant step forward in the development of HAMR
((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 Maudey Khalisha (The Jakarta Post) The Trade Ministry has reinstated controls on ethanol imports to stabilize molasses prices and protect sugarcane farmers, while also issuing new rules on cassava to support domestic producers. READ MORE Related articles Tapioca Import Requirements Tightened,
(Gasum) During the summer, Gasum and Preem signed a strategic cooperation agreement that enables Preem's corporate customers to refuel liquid and compressed biogas at Gasum stations in Sweden. On top of the environmental benefits, all transactions will be consolidated into a
(Moeve) The company is advancing its renewable gas production through the signing of an agreement with ID Energy Group to develop up to 1 TWh of production capacity, adding to the partnerships previously made with Kira Ventures, PreZero, and InproEner; Producing up
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) ... It is about atoms — the reinvention of plastics, cement, fertilizers, magnets. Ninety-nine percent of a sustainable future, as IndieBio’s Alex Kopelyan and Berkeley Lab’s Todd Pray remind us, comes from rethinking what we already
(EnviTec Biogas) Up to 70 GWh of Bio-LNG per Year for Greener Heavy-Duty Transport -- Lohne/Saerbeck – With the official groundbreaking ceremony, Biogas Västra Skaraborg AB (BVS) has launched the construction phase of its first combined biogas and gas upgrading plant in
by Jeff Mason, Maiya Keidan and Leah Douglas (Reuters) U.S. President Donald Trump said on Thursday (September 25, 2025) that the United States would give proceeds from tariff revenues to farmers. "We're going to take some of that tariff money and give
by David Carpintero (ePURE/Ethanol Producer Magazine) ... While economic and political uncertainty seem to have become the new normal on the global stage, there are still some ways that ethanol producers everywhere could take advantage of opportunities created by the right
by Katie Schroeder (Ethanol Producer Magazine) Drawing from its robust suite of process-optimizing tools, technologies and talent, IFF is helping ethanol producers improve distillers corn oil (DCO) yields through customized enzyme application and the intelligent use of process information. Corn oil
(Biofuels International) Pertamina, Indonesia's state-owned energy holding company, is increasing efforts to accelerate the energy transition in the transportation sector by developing biofuels, sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) and green hydrogen. The move aims to cut carbon emissions while ensuring national energy security. Pertamina
by Gosia Wozniacka (The Oregonian/OregonLive) Portland leaders may soon weigh whether to roll back parts of the city’s signature climate policy on replacing diesel with renewable fuels, a first-in-the-nation standard critical to reducing emissions and harmful particulate matter pollution. The policy, adopted by the City
by Kishan Karunakaran (Chemical Industry Digest) Biofuels are emerging as a key driver of India’s energy transition, supported by strong policies and industry innovation. By converting waste into clean energy, they enhance energy security, reduce emissions, boost rural incomes, and promote sustainable
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
(Stargate Hydrogen) Stargate Hydrogen, a European-born deep-tech and green hydrogen technologies manufacturer, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with RDI - Research, Development, and Innovation Authority of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. The signing accelerates Stargate Hydrogen’s activities in the Middle
(Korean Air) Korean Air has expanded its use of domestically produced sustainable aviation fuel (SAF), introducing a SAF blend on flights to Kobe and Osaka. The airline first trialed locally produced SAF on its Incheon-Haneda route from August 2024 to August 2025,
by Kaushal Verma (ANI News) Flex engines are gaining a foothold in India, backed by the country's growing ethanol blending programme and other biofuel initiatives, Pramod Chaudhari, President of the Indian Federation of Green Energy, said on Wednesday. ... Flex engines, or flex-fuel engines, are
(USA BioEnergy) JM/bp’s FT CANS™ and Honeywell UOP’s FT Unicracking™ technologies will help produce SAF from abundantly available forest thinnings, addressing feedstock availability challenges; USA BioEnergy’s facility is expected to produce 65 million gallons of responsibly sourced biobased fuels per year
(IKEA/Canadian Biomass Magazine) The pilot program aims to put food scraps to good use by turning waste into renewable resources -- IKEA U.S. announced the launch of a food waste collection pilot that gives new life to food scraps and furthers the
(HOPA Ports/Canadian Biomass Magazine) HOPA Ports has taken action to help ensure the preservation and continued operation of the biodiesel facility in Hamilton previously operated by Biox. Recognized for its strategic value, the Biox facility has operated on port lands for
(News Arena Network India) Congress leader Nitin Gadkari has said India must now look beyond blending ethanol into petrol and prepare to export surplus ethanol, marking a new global role in biofuels. -- India’s push towards energy self-reliance is now poised for
by Samyak Pandey (S&P Global) Sustainable aviation fuel feedstocks enable net zero; Slow tech rollout, infrastructure gaps limit scaling; 500 million mt of SAF needed annually by 2050 -- Sufficient sustainable aviation fuel feedstocks exist to enable the airline industry to achieve
(Catagen/Biobased Diesel Daily) Catagen, a Belfast-based clean-energy engineering company, announced Sept. 17 that it has officially launched ClimaHtech Green Flight at its Titanic Quarter Campus. CGF, a wholly owned subsidiary of Catagen, will use patented modular-reactor technology to produce sustainable aviation fuel
(Reickermann) Rieckermann, in collaboration with industry partners BDI-BioEnergy International (BDI) and NEXTCHEM, successfully hosted a high-impact seminar on Biofuels Waste-to-Value Technologies. This seminar was attended by representatives from more than 40 companies across various sectors, including used cooking oil (UCO) collectors, processing companies, petrochemical
(Michigan Farm News) Farm equipment giant John Deere is paving the way for increased biodiesel usage in Michigan, a move being applauded by industry leaders and farmers. According to a statement Thursday, John Deere approved the use of B30 biodiesel blends in
(BioAccelergy Ventures/EIN Presswire) BioAccelergy and New West Genetics Team Up to Deliver High-Yield, Low-Carbon Oilseed Feedstocks for Renewable Fuels -- A Massive Market Opportunity • The global renewable fuels market is projected to exceed $225 billion by 2030, driven by aggressive government clean
(Waverly Newspapers) Sen. Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa), a lifelong family farmer and member of the Senate Agriculture Committee, accepted Growth Energy’s 2025 “Fueling Growth Award” for his efforts to support biofuel production. “Homegrown biofuels are good, good, good. They’re good for lowering prices,
by Katie Thoresen (WXPR) Wisconsin’s Forestry Industry is a $42-billion industry providing more than 126,000 jobs, many in the northern portion of state. But, as WXPR has previously reported, the industry also faces many challenges. Disease, pests, climate change, and loss of mills are a
(Neste) What began as an innovative idea in the 1990s has grown into a global success story. Lars Peter Lindfors, Senior Vice President, Technology & Innovation at Neste, revisits the key milestones of this journey, reflecting on the pioneering spirit that
by Kate Abnett and Makini Brice (Reuters) EU delays law again, citing IT system concerns; U.S. and other major trade partners have opposed the law; Law aims to curb global deforestation linked to EU consumption; Environmental campaigners criticise delay The European Union will delay launching
(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
(U.S. Grains and Bioproducts Council/Ethanol Producer Magazine) U.S. Grains & BioProducts Council Senior Director of Global Strategies Kurt Shultz traveled to India to build end-user interest in purchasing U.S. distiller’s dried grains with solubles (DDGS), that so far do not have
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) ... Along the fence, voices heckled. Your carbon is lousy. Your productivity is low. Your century is over. The tortoise kept moving—one more interconnect, one more offtake, one more FEED package priced off policy that finally stops wobbling. By
(CapCO2 Solutions) CapCO₂ Solutions is reimagining the role of CO₂—not as waste, but as a valuable input fueling a carbon-free future. By converting emissions into essential fuels and chemicals, we provide clean energy and bio-material solutions while opening new revenue
by Jamie Sears Rawlings (AgWeb) Sorghum advocates are using crop benefits to boost conservation, productivity and profitability for grain farmers. -- ... The organization (United Sorghum Checkoff Program) has gone so far as to officially trademark sorghum as “The Resource Conserving Crop,” highlighting
by Chris Hubbuch (Great Lakes Bioenergy Research Center) ... Most recently, GLBRC scientists worked with partners at the Center for Advanced Bioenergy and Bioproducts Innovation (CABBI) and the Joint BioEnergy Institute (JBEI) on an investigation into how different pretreatment methods affect production of fuels and
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
(U.S. Grains and Bioproducts Council) Shipping’s energy transition now runs on firm timelines and audited lifecycle emissions accounting. The International Maritime Organization’s (IMO) updated greenhouse-gas strategy sets a net-zero ambition “by or around 2050,” with waypoints for 2030 and 2040 and
(Sustainable Agribusiness Forum) At the end of last year, IEA Bioenergy developed a report on biogas and biomethane production, the use of biogas and other anaerobic digestion products, political and financial conditions, as well as innovative projects in the member countries of the
We are pleased to invite you to join the online event aimed at presenting the team’s research — the final Analytical Note №3 “Advanced Biomethane Production from Microalgae Harvested on the Digestate of Biogas Plants in Ukraine”. During the webinar, experts
(UABIO) We have prepared material on one of the sections of Analytical Note No. 2: Advanced biomethane production from ligno-cellulose materials, which contains the actual experience and case studies selected by our experts for this document. These facilities demonstrate significant progress over
(UABio) We have prepared a review of the IEA Bioenergy report “Identification and assessment of sustainability effects associated with biogas solutions”, which explores the multifaceted role of biogas in promoting a circular and sustainable bioeconomy. Here are the main findings of the document. Biogas, produced
by Mike Schuler (G Captain) Leading environmental organizations have submitted a joint proposal to the International Maritime Organization (IMO) calling for measures to prevent the shipping industry’s expansion into crop-based biofuels that could threaten climate goals, natural ecosystems, and food security. Pacific
by Ernie Shea (Solutions from the Land) In their released report “Precision Agriculture: A Costly Distraction from Real Climate Solutions”, the Health, Environment, Agriculture and Labor Alliance portray precision agriculture as a costly distraction from proven climate solutions that entrenches corporate
(Fleet Transport) The Government public consultation on the review of exempted development has recently closed. The Irish Bioenergy Association (IrBEA) submitted proposals, on behalf of members, for both biogas/biomethane and biomass developments that should be included in the exempted development regulation
(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,
(Biofuel Development Opportunity Zone Initiative) ‘A’ Rating to Drive Sustainable Flax Straw Utilization and Biobased Economic Growth -- The Town of Esterhazy, Ecostrat and the BDO Zone Initiative are pleased to announce the issue of an investment grade BDO Zone ‘A’ Rating for Esterhazy, Saskatchewan. The BDO
(Velocys/PR Newswire) Altalto (Immingham) Limited, owned by Velocys, today (September 8, 2025) announced it has been awarded funding from the UK Department for Transport's Advanced Fuels Fund to progress the Basic Engineering Design of its flagship waste-to-SAF facility. The award enables Altalto
(EcoPHA Biotech/Medianet) Key Facts: Federal Government launches $1.1 billion ten-year Cleaner Fuels Program to boost low-carbon liquid fuel production in Australia; EcoPHA developing world's first integrated process to produce both renewable biofuels and marine-biodegradable bioplastics from Pongamia oil; Project could contribute $1 billion to
(Oils & Fats International) Argentina’s biodiesel production in 2025 is expected to be the lowest volume on record at 1.2bn litres, a drop of 7% compared to the previous year, according to a US Department of Agriculture (USDA) report. With domestic consumption
(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 Gunjan Dev Sarma (Assam Tribune) NRL explores ethanol-to-jet fuel option as biorefinery stabilises; refinery expansion nears 81% completion -- Numaligarh Refinery Limited, which launched the country’s first biorefinery to produce fuel-grade ethanol from bamboo biomass, has not ruled out the possibility
(Clean Energy Fuels) Clean Energy Fuels Corp. (NASDAQ: CLNE) has announced it has broken ground on three renewable natural gas (RNG) production facilities under its development agreement with Maas Energy Works. These projects span six dairies located in South Dakota, Georgia, Florida and
by Shalini Sharma (PSU Watch) The govt has started work on a draft SAF policy and a biomass availability study, signalling early steps to decarbonise aviation -- The government has started work on a draft sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) policy, which is currently at
(Balkan Green Energy News) Oil refiner Tüpraş is working on a technology for biofuel from algae and yeasts, using solar energy. The Sunfusion project involves processing into sustainable aviation fuel – kerosene – and green alternatives for vessels. It received EU
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) ... By 1958, when the first commercial jets touched down at Honolulu, Hawaiʻi was no longer faraway paradise but weekend escape. Tourism boomed, jobs multiplied, and with them came dependence: on imported oil, on air routes
by Peter Hobson (Reuters) The Australian government said on Wednesday (September 17, 2025) it would invest A$1.1 billion ($735 million) in the development of a low-carbon fuels industry, a move welcomed by farm groups, who hope it will boost demand for
(Renewable Fuels Association) New polling conducted by Morning Consult on behalf of the Renewable Fuels Association shows strong support for legislation allowing year-round access to E15, a lower-cost fuel blend containing 15 percent ethanol. The survey of nearly 2,000 registered voters
by Erin Krueger (Biomass Magazine) The American Biomass Energy Association and Pellet Fuels Institute are among 400-plus associations, businesses and landowners representing the forest products sector that sent a letter to President Donald Trump on Sept. 8 urging immediate action to
(Renewable Fuels Association) A new economic study released today by the National Corn Growers Association and the Renewable Fuels Association shows that expanding year-round, nationwide consumer access to fuels with a 15% ethanol blend would provide a boon to the American economy, benefiting farmers,
by Andrew Avitt (USDA Forest Service/Defense Visual Information Distribution Service) ... “There is so much opportunity to connect markets with the wood that we need to remove from our forests, to contribute to local economies while also supporting healthy ecosystems,” said
(Trade Arabia News Service/Zawya) Ensures cleaner combustion with very low sulfur and aromatic hydrocarbon content -- Lootah Biofuels, a Dubai-based leader in clean energy, today announced the launch of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) in the UAE market, making it one of the
by Thomas Funke (SA Canegrowers/Business Day) Unlocking opportunities requires targeted policy support and a regulatory environment that ensures investment certainty -- ... One of the most promising opportunities to offset these negative pressures lies in building a domestic biofuels industry using sugar
by Matthew J. Grassi (AgWeb) The Association of Equipment Manfacturers (AEM), in partnership with leading ag groups, has released an updated report detailing the significant benefits of precision agriculture across the United States. -- Smart farming technologies, like smart irrigation and targeted
by Jefferson dos Santos Estevo* (Advanced Biofuels USA) The production of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) continues to expand worldwide. Data from the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO), as of the end of August, indicate that if all 472 announced production
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
by Aida Čučuk (Offshore Energy) Polish energy company Hynfra has signed a framework agreement with the Government of Mauritania for a $1.5 billion green ammonia project in Nouakchott. -- It is understood that the investment foresees the construction of an integrated facility that
(UkrAgroConsult) Malaysia is on the right track to be classified as a low-risk country in palm oil production, particularly with its mandatory Malaysian Sustainable Palm Oil (MSPO) certification, says Plantations and Commodities Minister Datuk Seri Johari Abdul Ghani. He said the government
(Indside EPA) Producers of renewable natural gas (RNG) from landfills and animal feeding operations, along with oil refiners, are suing EPA over its partial waiver of 2024 requirements for “cellulosic” biofuel under the renewable fuel standard (RFS), with gas producers likely
(American Gas Association/Biomass Magazine) The American Gas Foundation released a comprehensive new report detailing the availability, cost and emissions reduction potential of U.S. renewable natural gas (RNG) resources on Thursday (July 10, 2025). The analysis, developed in partnership with ICF, provides
(international Air Transport Association/Biofuels International) In the UK, Jet2.com began using sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) on flights from Bristol Airport earlier this year. The airline purchased over 300 tonnes of SAF from Q8Aviation, which has been used to add a 1% SAF
(Biofuel Development Opportunity Zone Initiative) Underutilized Forest Resources Create New Economic Potential for Clearwater County -- Clearwater County, Ecostrat and the BDO Zone Initiative are pleased to announce the issue of an investment grade BDO Zone ‘A’ Rating for Clearwater County, Idaho. The BDO Zone is
(Biofuel Development Opportunity Zone Initiative) ‘BB’ Rating Establishes Foundation for Future Miscanthus-Based Biomanufacturing -- The Growth Partnership for Ashtabula County, Ecostrat and the BDO Zone Initiative are pleased to announce the issue of a BDO Zone ‘BB’ Rating for Ashtabula County, Ohio. The BDO Zone Rating
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) The National Research Council Canada innovates in clean energy, converting wet organic wastes via combined bio and thermochemical processes. A key approach integrates Hydrothermal Carbonization (HTC) with Anaerobic Digestion (AD), bypassing energy-intensive drying. Case studies show this enhances biogas
(Northwest Advanced Bio-Fuels/Biobased Diesel Daily) Northwest Advanced Bio-Fuels, developer of a U.S.-based sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) project using woody biomass as feedstock, announced in July what it is calling “a breakthrough financing structure” that removes a longstanding barrier in the
( 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 Mark Dorenkamp (Brownfield Ag News) Iowa farmers looking to add value to their soybeans could take advantage of a biofuel tax credit. Landus Director of Commercial Operations Blake Hoover says there is a tax incentive in Canada for renewable diesel. “That tax incentive
(Indian Express) The state Cabinet Thursday approved the Karnataka State Bio‑Diesel (B‑100) Blending with High Speed Diesel for Transportation Purposes (Licensing) Order, 2025, which introduced a regulatory framework for the production, sale, and blending of biodiesel in the state. Law and Parliamentary
by Soumya Chatterjee and Zia Haq (Hindustan Times) Work on to achieve a 10% biodiesel goal under fuel-blending programme, said Gadkari -- Union Road Transport and Highways Minister Nitin Gadkari on Thursday dismissed criticism over the rollout of 20% ethanol-blended petrol (E20),
by Meghan Sapp (Biofuels Digest) In Canada, Wanagekong-Biiwega’iganan Clean Energy Corporation (WBCEC) is leveraging a unique Indigenous-led and industry-supported consortium to develop cutting-edge biomass-to-renewable fuels facilities across Northern Ontario. The ten communities who jointly own 80% of WBCEC include the First Nations
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