(Biofuture Platform) Consistency check comparing Mission Innovation’s Data Visualization Tool for Bioresources and the Clean Energy Ministerial Biofuture Initiative Global Biomass data accessible via the US Department of Energy’s Bioenergy Knowledge Discovery Framework (KDF). The Mission Innovation (MI) Carbon Dioxide Removal (CDR)
by Roxana Petrescu (Ziarul Financiar (Google translation)) ♦ OMV Petrom, the largest local company, has so far signed two supply contracts, a total of 1.45 billion euros for raw material that will be used in the sustainable aviation fuels unit it is building at
(European Federation for Transport and Environment) The EU's Sustainable Transport Investment Plan is an opportunity to unlock the full potential of e-SAF - the greenest and most scalable sustainable aviation fuel. In doing so, it could also boost the EU’s industrial
(TMD Energy/Globe Newswire) TMD Energy Limited (the “Company” or “TMDEL”) (NYSE American: TMDE), together with its subsidiaries is a Malaysia and Singapore based services provider engaged in integrated bunkering services which involves ship-to-ship transfer of marine fuels, ship management services and
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) NexantECA identifies Power-to-Liquids (PTL) and CO2 utilization as increasingly vital due to projected shortfalls in meeting 2050 emission targets with current technologies. PTL, utilizing CO2 as a feedstock, typically requires dedicated low-carbon intensity power. The presentation
(Copa-Cogeca/Biobased Diesel Daily) Contrary to its original purpose, the energy-content multiplier—or double counting—applied under the EU’s Renewable Energy Directive (RED) transportation targets is increasingly being misused, according to Copa-Cogeca, an organization representing farmers and agricultural cooperatives in Europe. As such, double counting
(Ethanol Producer Magazine) Ethanol Producer Magazine’s Fuel Ethanol Plant Map identifies conventional and cellulosic ethanol plants in the U.S. and Canada. Color coded for quick reference, the map indicates both conventional sugar/starch facilities and cellulosic ethanol facilities, showing installed capacity, plants
(Luxaviation) Luxaviation Signals Interest in Active Role in SAF-Dedicated Entity SAF Zero - SAF Zero, a Haffner Energy initiative, is gaining momentum: Luxaviation Group, a leading global operator in the business aviation sector, is exploring an active role in the new entity,
(New York City Department of Transportation) A Shipment Containing 336,000 Gallons of Hydrogenation-Derived Renewable Diesel – a Sustainable Alternative to Petroleum-Based Fuel – Has Now Arrived in Staten Island. Image of the Staten Island Ferry ‘Spirit of America’ making a trip during
(TotalEnergies/Business Wire) TotalEnergies (Paris:TTE) (LSE:TTE) (NYSE:TTE) and Quatra, the European market leader in the collection and recycling of used cooking oil, have signed a 15-year agreement beginning in 2026, for the supply of 60,000 tons a year of European used cooking
(Mitsubishi Gas Chemical) Mitsubishi Gas Chemical Company, Inc. (MGC; Head Office: Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo; President: Yoshinori Isahaya) and the Research Institute of Innovative Technology for the Earth (RITE; Headquarters: Kizugawa-Shi, Kyoto; President: Kenji Yamaji) announced today that they have signed an agreement
(Korea Herald/PR Newswire) At SNEC 2025, Sungrow Hydrogen and Wison Engineering made waves in the green energy sector by jointly launching MegaFlex "Plant-as-a-Product" – a turnkey solution that reshapes green hydrogen production. Featuring MW-to-GW scalability and fully outdoor modular design, this system overcomes traditional
by Dan Lashof and Audrey Denvir (World Resources Institute) Emissions from domestic aviation are responsible for 3 percent of annual US greenhouse gas output and are expected to increase by 2–3 percent per year through midcentury unless the course is corrected. In
(Viva Energy Australia) Viva Energy today (June 13, 2025) launched its Australia-first renewable hydrogen refuelling station at the company's Energy Hub in Geelong. The facility is the nation’s first publicly accessible commercial hydrogen refuelling station and will be the hub for
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) BioVeritas champions an “Unconstrained” approach to Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF), addressing the current limitations of HEFA feedstocks. Their novel strategy involves Directed Mixed-Culture Fermentation and Low-Energy Acid Recovery to produce Volatile Fatty Acids (VFAs), which are
(Worley Consulting/Biofuels International) ... Without urgent action to develop supplies of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF), emissions could reach 21.2 metric gigatonnes a year. However, with SAF supply still in its early stages and the window to meet these targets narrowing, there is
(Biofuels International) ... More than 60 vehicles involved in airport operations are now running on biodiesel instead of fossil-based diesel. These include airfield operations and security team vehicles, fire trucks and snow clearing vehicles. The airport has worked with biodiesel supplier
(Biofuels International) In April and May, Dr Alan Crofts and a team of four experienced British explorers carried out the Into Clean Air expedition in Chile and Bolivia. This ground breaking expedition was organised to evaluate the premise that remote expeditions over
(Renewable Fuels Association) The Renewable Fuels Association today welcomed the release of proposed renewable volume obligations (RVOs) for 2026 and 2027, calling the Environmental Protection Agency’s draft rule a “very positive signal” for America’s ethanol industry and farmers. By prioritizing domestically produced renewable fuels
(Fuel Cells Works) Suntory Global Spirits has officially abandoned its ambitious £60 million green hydrogen project at the Auchentoshan Distillery in Dalmuir, Scotland, following an unsuccessful bid for UK government funding under the Hydrogen Allocation Round 2 (HAR2) decarbonisation fund. The
(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
(International Energy Agency) Biogases play an important and growing role in energy systems. Produced locally using organic waste, biogas and biomethane can contribute to energy security, waste management, emissions reductions and agricultural development. In recent years, demand for biomethane – also known
(Biofuels Digest) 400+ never previously released recorded presentations and programs -- On demand & free! Just pick and click! Popular programs such as The Wolfpack, Digest Connect, ReEnergize, The Dish, more ALBC releases than ever, and more! The 2025 ABLC Presentations Pavel Molchanov, SVP,
(American Biogas Council) The American Biogas Council (ABC) today released new data showing, on a state-by- state basis, the energy production and waste recycling benefits that a full build-out of potential biogas systems could provide. The data — provided via an interactive map — includes
(World Biogas Association) Landmark partnership unveiled on World Environment Day will accelerate biogas development and energy transition in Brazil’s most industrialised state The World Biogas Association (WBA) has signed a historic agreement with the Brazilian State Government of São Paulo, launching a strategic partnership to
(TUKR/PR Newswire) • Pizza Hut Indonesia collaborates with TUKR as part of its commitment to proper management of food production waste for sustainability, environmental preservation, and public health. From June 2024 to May 2025, through its partnership with TUKR, more than 200
(Union for the Promotion of Oil and Protein Plants (UFOP)/Biofuels Central) Another company in the GHG quota trading sector has to file for bankruptcy -- Following the ADAC’s withdrawal from GHG quota trading at the end of the 2024 quota year, EMOVY
(Skytree) Skytree’s Direct Air Capture (DAC) technology has been selected by Germany’s Forschungszentrum Jülich for a pioneering Power-to-X research project. The goal: to create a scalable, real-world model for converting solar energy into carbon building blocks usable as eFuel or base
(Zero Petroleum/Biobased Diesel Daily) Zero Petroleum announced June 3 plans to identify locations for its first North American synthetic fuels production facility and dedicated R&D center. This initiative marks the next phase of Zero’s U.S. growth following its establishment of a Santa
(FGV Energia) Initiative transforms environmental liabilities into economic value, boosts the bioeconomy, and strengthens riverside communities in the Amazon -- An innovative project will transform fishing waste in the Amazon Legal into sources of clean energy and products that strengthen the local
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) Linde, a global gas and engineering company, presented on integrating SAF (HEFA) and hydrogen plants to reduce carbon intensity (CI) and cost. Arthur Pastore, Minish Shah, and David Maher highlighted using HEFA by-products for H2 and
(Mitsubishi Gas Chemical) TRE HOLDINGS CORPORATION (TRE; Head Office: Chiyoda-Ku, Tokyo; President and COO: Mitsuo Abe) and Mitsubishi Gas Chemical Company, Inc. (MGC; Head Office: Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo; President: Yoshinori Isahaya) announced today that they have signed a memorandum of understanding for
(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
(Times of India/MSN) LuLu Group, one of the UAE’s largest retail chains, has begun powering its delivery fleet with biodiesel made from used cooking oil collected across its stores. This move is part of the company’s broader sustainability strategy and supports
by Eric Ng (South China Morning Post) Biodiesel needs more financial incentives to compete with EVs in the city’s decarbonisation efforts, Business Environment Council says -- The European Union’s (EU) tariffs on biodiesel and renewable diesel from China present Hong Kong with
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) SynPet offers a proprietary Thermal Conversion Process (TCP) that uniquely treats complex mixed plastic waste, including PVC, without sorting or drying. This non-combustion technology avoids new CO2 emissions. Products include Circular Naphtha, Renewable Natural Gas, and
(EnviTec Biogas) EnviThan gas upgrading plant is the result of sustained service work -- The result of ongoing, neighborly service efforts speaks for itself: After 18 years in the Eastern European market, the team at the Czech Service subsidiary of EnviTec Biogas
(Honeywell) Honeywell (NASDAQ: HON), Johnson Matthey, GIDARA Energy and SAMSUNG E&A today June 5, 2025) announced the formation of a strategic technology alliance to bring a groundbreaking end-to-end global solution to market for producing sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) from biomass and
by Tina Casey (Triple Pundit) Sustainable aviation fuel accounted for less than 0.15 percent of total fuel used among 77 leading airlines last year, but new supplies could soon change that. -- ... Bio-based sustainable aviation fuel offers the potential for
by Emily Hickson (Climate Catalyst) ... When I attended the SAF Investor Conference in February 2024, I couldn’t help but notice that the incumbent fuel suppliers were missing from the room. That is strange when you consider that oil majors dominate
(Syzygy Plasmonics/PR Newswire) Syzygy's NovaSAF™ Platform Supercharges Aviation Decarbonization by combining Biogas and Renewable Power to produce SAF at Jet-A Cost Parity -- - Syzygy Plasmonics, the global leader in electrified biogas-to-SAF technology, today announced the initiation of Front-End Engineering and Design (FEED)
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) Jupeng Bio converts advantaged carbon sources into high-value products using a proprietary, environmentally friendly process. Their journey to Net Zero involves utilizing carbon sinks and reducing GHG emissions. Technologies include biomass gasification, syngas fermentation, and CO2
by Brian Allnutt (Planet Detroit) The legislation would change regulations for waste from facilities that convert manure to fuel. Critics say this would threaten drinking water wells, contribute to toxic algal blooms. -- Two Michigan House bills would regulate digestate as solid
(Waga Energy) Waga Energy announces the start-up of Renewable Natural Gas (RNG) production at the Hartland landfill site in British Columbia. The project, carried out in partnership with Capital Regional District (CRD) and FortisBC, is the first facility of its kind
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) Enerkem has it all: patented technology, public sector backing, global partners, and a flagship project in Quebec. It also has C$350 million in debt and as we reported last week, the company has filed for creditor
by Yves Helven (Global Fleet) ... A recent Nikkei Asia report reveals that Japanese automakers led by Toyota have opened a bioethanol facility in Fukushima, aiming to slash the carbon footprint of conventional engines with a new kind of “better biofuel”. The technological
(OMV) • OMV inaugurates its ReOil® and electrolyzer facilities at an event themed ‘From Innovation to Impact: Forward for Good’ These pioneering technologies in chemical recycling and green hydrogen underpin OMV’s decarbonization and circularity strategy OMV has taken the final investment decision on
by Sudheer Singh (Economic Times Energy World) Consider the fact that the average Ethanol Blending Percentage achieved by the Oil Marketing Companies (OMCs) reached 18.4 per cent at the end of March 2025, from 14.6 per cent in the previous year, inching closer
by Ian Taylor (Bunkerspot) Eni has informed Bunkerspot that Enilive marine hydrotreated vegetable oil (HVO) will be available in the Italian ports of Ravenna and Venice during the second half (H2) of this year – and the company also plans to ramp up
(International Energy Agency (IEA)) First-of-a-kind geospatial assessment in new IEA report finds huge untapped potential for biogases, equivalent to a quarter of global natural gas demand As policy makers look for opportunities to simultaneously bolster energy security and economic competitiveness, biogases –
by David J. Lynch and Cat Zakrzewski (Washington Post) Most of President Trump’s tariffs were halted late Wednesday by a US trade court in a sharp rebuke of the president’s signature trade war policy. -- A specialized federal court in New York
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
(Aircela) In a rooftop demonstration in Manhattan’s Garment District, New York–based fuels company Aircela unveiled the first working machine in the U.S. that produces gasoline directly from air. Compact and modular, the unit combines direct air capture and on-site fuel synthesis into a
(BTX Bioenergy/PR Newswire) Rebranding reflects the Company's history and sets the tone for its future. -- Bioenergy Devco, a leader in the design, engineering, construction, financing, and operation of advanced anaerobic digester systems, has announced that the company is now known as BTS
by Bhok Thompson (Green Prophet) The United Kingdom has taken a significant step in advancing sustainable aviation by approving an increase in the co-processing blend limit for Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) from 5% to 30%. This decision, endorsed by the UK Ministry of
by Erin Voegele (Ethanol Producer Magazine) Iowa state lawmakers in May approved tax legislation that, in part, aims to create a tax credit to incentivize sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) production within the state. The bill is now under consideration by Iowa
(Cargolux) Cargolux and global freight forwarding partner AIT Worldwide Logistics have signed the largest Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) deal in their history, in collaboration with Microsoft, for the transportation of their server racks (Microsoft Cloud Logistics). This groundbreaking partnership will result
(UPM) Following extended technical, commercial and strategic evaluations UPM plans to discontinue the development of its potential second biomass-to-fuels refinery at the Port of Rotterdam. As a result, UPM plans to halt all engineering work related to the CAPEX investment in
by Sue Retka Schill (Ethanol Producer Magazine) Long time ethanol manager Keith Kor recounts the early days of ethanol production, in what would now be considered primitive facilities. READ MORE/LISTEN includes transcript
(Brenmiller Energy Ltd./Access Newswire) --bGen™ thermal energy storage system to be charged using renewable energy to store and provide 56 MWh of clean heat for green e-methanol production at SolWinHy Cadiz S.L. -- SolWinHy selected as one the European Union's top
By Timothy Worledge (Fastmarkets) Fastmarkets is due to launch a new European based sustainable aviation fuel price, but what is the significance of this renewable energy? -- Sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) is a renewable fuel that can replace jet fuel – derived from
(Biofuels International) ... The increased focus on HVO and SAF has put pressure on biodiesel producers as they compete for the same feedstocks. In certain regions, however, biodiesel has maintained a stronghold. In Brazil, for example, biodiesel is a very strong market.
(Manifold Times) Several key challenges including product sourcing, sustainability certification, product handling, and logistics & planning had to be addressed to execute the complex operation, notes COO of Equatorial. -- Singapore bunker supplier Equatorial Marine Fuel Management Services Pte Ltd (Equatorial) in
by Naida Hakirevic Prevljak (Offshore Energy) Malaysia- and Singapore-based marine fuel bunkering services provider TMD Energy Limited (TMDEL) has decided to expand strategically into oil waste collection, enhancing its environmental, social, and governance (ESG) commitments. The company, which specializes in integrated bunkering
by Fayaz Hussain (SAF Investor) When the US President Donald Trump took office earlier this year, many in the renewables space (including SAF) held their breath. His early announcements about pausing the funding announced through the Inflation Reduction Act – especially
by Cameron Begley (Tech Transfer Talk) In this extended episode we had our first three-peat, with Paul Martin from Spitfire Research rejoining the podcast. When he first joined us in February and April of 2023, we had a terrific discussion on the diseconomies of scale,
(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
(Avfuel) Luxury North Dakota FBO, Overland Aviation (KXWA)—together with leading independent fuel supplier, Avfuel Corporation—proudly announces it accepted a delivery of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) on May 12, expanding accessibility of the fuel in a new region within the United States. The
by Hugo Joncas (La Presse) After Northvolt and Lion Electric, the Legault government will also lose the tens of millions it invested in Enerkem: the Montreal company has just filed for bankruptcy protection. It will likely end up in the hands
(Haffner Energy) The 5th World Hydrogen Awards threw Haffner Energy’s unique biomass-based solution HYNOCA® in the limelight today as one of the two hydrogen-production technologies selected for the first Renewable Energy Valley project developed under the umbrella of the Horizon Europe-funded
Used cooking oil (UCO) is a renewable feedstock used to produce biofuels like biodiesel, renewable diesel, and sustainable aviation fuel. Since 2021, renewable diesel capacity in the US has tripled to almost 5bn USG/yr. Additionally sustainable aviation fuel production in
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) Axens provides technologies for CCUS (DMXTM), Hydrogen transport (LOHC) using MCH, and e-Fuels (Gasel® FT). E-fuels are highlighted for energy diversification and meeting EU demand for e-SAF blending by 2055. Challenges include the need for low
(European Biodiesel Board/Politico) Amid concerns over sustainability fraud, the European biodiesel industry is pushing for regulatory reform. -- As Europe accelerates efforts to decarbonize transportation, biofuels have emerged as an important solution. These CO2-neutral fuels ― derived from sustainable feedstocks including crops and waste
(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 Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) Conor Madigan from Aether Fuels presented on enabling economical, scalable sustainable fuels. Key takeaways include their Aether AuroraTM technology for Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) and diesel, using a novel Fischer Tropsch route. This technology employs intensified
(Argus Media) Leading commodities and energy information provider Argus has launched a new freight service which offers global pricing and market intelligence for biofuels, associated feedstocks and chemicals. The world's appetite for biofuels is growing fast as energy market participants move to
(OPAL Fuels/Business Wire) OPAL Fuels (Nasdaq: OPAL) announced today that it has entered into a joint venture with an affiliate of environmental services leader Republic Services, Inc. (NYSE: RSG) for a new biogas-to-renewable natural gas (“RNG”) facility at Republic’s Charlotte Motor Speedway
by Ulrik Frøhlke (Topsoe) o Topsoe has been selected by Zhongneng Yida New Energy Co., Ltd (Zhongneng Yida) to deliver technology for production of Sustainable Aviation Fuels (SAF) at a new facility. o The facility will be located at the city of
by Harrison Minihane (Travel Radar) The World Travel and Tourism Council (WTTC) warned on May 15 that a shortage of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) could increase airfares and restrict travel options. ... China however requires airlines to be using a 15% SAF blend by
by Susanne Retka Schill (Ethanol Producer Magazine) ... (Terry) Wanzek also serves in the state legislature. So, when approached by the state’s ethanol association to sponsor legislation, he needed little convincing. “We grow a lot of corn and you can draw lines
(Manifold Times) Company successfully delivered 4,200 mt of B24 bio bunker fuel to “KIRSTEN MAERSK” at Ningbo Beilun Third Container Terminal, also marking its first biofuel refuelling operation in East China. -- China Shipping & Sinopec Suppliers Co Ltd (SinoBunker) recently said
(INERATEC) The first module of our e-Fuel pioneer plant was picked up from the INERATEC headquarters in Karlsruhe after a successful FAT (Factory Acceptance Test). It was then transported to its destination in the Industrial Park Frankfurt Höchst, where it is
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) Daniel S. LeFevers of SunGas Renewables highlighted their S1000 technology for advanced biofuels production. Key takeaways included utilizing abundant, sustainably managed forest and sawmill residues as feedstock. This approach, combined with carbon capture and storage, offers
(BMI) Mainland China’s Used Cooking Oil (UCO) exports are projected to decline by 2025 due to reduced US demand and a shift towards Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) production. Key View We anticipate that Mainland China’s exports of Used Cooking Oil (UCO) will
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) Alexander A. Koukoulas, Ph.D. from AFRY emphasized key factors for a successful bioeconomy, including feedstocks, technology, market knowledge/off-takes, and policy support. Strong market knowledge and off-take agreements are crucial for project bankability. The rapid expansion of
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) The spring conference season is starting to draw to a close, what are the takeaways from the major presentations of the season? Here are our top 10 Takeaways for renewable chemicals and biomaterials project development and product
by Sean Mowbray (Mongabay) • Renewable diesel (RD), dubbed HVO (hydrotreated vegetable oil) by producers, is hailed by its supporters as a climate-friendly alternative to carbon-intensive fossil diesel. RD is a complex biofuel often made in retooled oil refineries from feedstocks including
by Thomas Washington (S&P Global) Airlines have limited profitability, so SAF price matters; SAF industry hopes for demand rise from European mandates; eSAF even costlier than SAF due to feedstock challenges -- The premium of sustainable aviation fuel over conventional jet fuel has dwindled
(Phillips 66) The solar facility at Rodeo Renewable Energy Complex is now commercially operating, marking a pivotal step in the collaboration between Phillips 66 and NextEra Energy Resources to reduce greenhouse gas emissions at one of the largest on-site solar facilities
(bp) bp has successfully led a taskforce to achieve approval from the UK Ministry of Defence for co-processing Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) with up to 30% renewable hydroprocessed Esters and Fatty acids HEFA feedstock concentration, a significant increase from the current
by Jim Spaeth (Biofuels Digest) Renewable chemicals and biomaterials are no longer niche—they are the future of carbon. Europe stands at the threshold of massive opportunity, from decarbonized manufacturing to circular materials innovation. But crossing that threshold? That’s another story. The
(Japan Airlines) －Launch of domestic SAF supply chain towards aviation decarbonization－JGC Holdings Corporation (Representative Director, Chairman and CEO, Masayuki Sato, “JGC HD”), Japan Airlines Co., Ltd. (President & Group CEO, Mitsuko Tottori, “JAL”), and Kansai Airports (Representative Director and CEO, Yoshiyuki
(EcoEngineers) Join us for an introductory webinar covering the fundamentals of renewable diesel (RD) and sustainable aviation fuel (SAF). As part of our ongoing “Back to Basics” series, this session will provide an overview of production methods, common feedstocks like used
Join us for an introductory webinar exploring the fundamentals of renewable natural gas (RNG). As part of our ongoing “Back to Basics” series, this session will provide a basic understanding of RNG’s role in the energy transition, covering key concepts
(RealAgriculture) hanks for tuning in to this Wednesday edition of RealAg Radio brought to you by Azotic Technologies. Lyndsey Smith is joined by: Ted Seifried with Zaner Ag Hedge on the corn, soybeans and wheat markets; Devin Mogler with National Oilseed Processors Association
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) This presentation features Mike Kass from Oak Ridge National Laboratory. It addresses decarbonizing marine shipping to meet IMO GHG reduction targets. Highlights include research by a 4-lab partnership assessing bio-intermediate potential via TEA and LCA, showing
by Jim Giles (Trellis) Environmental group and aviation industry disagree on how to assess the full climate impact of fuel made from corn and soybeans. -- Key Takeaways: Scaling the use of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) made from corn and soybeans is the
(DAF) Important addition for transporters committed to sustainability -- For transporters who wish to switch to B100 biodiesel, the New Generation DAF XF, XG and XG+ can now also be delivered with a specially developed PACCAR MX-13 engine. This new power source is
(Global Center for Maritime Decarbonization) Incorporating CO2 that is captured from HFO combustion onboard vessels into concrete production results in the highest GHG emissions savings of the different utilisation pathways explored, as it partially displaces the need for carbon-intensive cement ashore; Post-capture transport
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) This presentation features Lauren Junker from BASF. The presentation details BASF’s journey to net zero by 2050 and shaping a circular economy. Key highlights include the focus on biobased carbon sources like starch, sucrose, oil crops,
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) ... At times like these, I like to highlight companies and technologies that are continuing to advance strong — because it reminds us of something more important than which innovations succeed — rather, it tells us
(Hydrocarbon Processing) China's Zhejiang Jiaao Enprotech said on Wednesday its subsidiary had obtained a state-granted export license for sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) for 2025. This is one of the first such permits Beijing has granted to the country's nascent low-carbon aviation fuel
by Michael Barnard (Clean Technica) A traveler books a long-haul flight from Frankfurt to Singapore and notices a line item labeled “Environmental Surcharge.” It’s not optional, and it’s not tiny. For most economy passengers, it adds somewhere between €6 and €20. In
by Timothy Daniel* (Rimba, Inc., special for Advanced Biofuels USA) Under the EU Renewable Energy Directive II (RED II), Renewable Fuels of Non-Biological Origin (RFNBOs) are defined as “liquid or gaseous fuels which are used in the transport sector other than biofuels
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
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) ... These are the stories that matter in the long-haul, but they don’t always come gift-wrapped with a PR Newswire bow. ... 1. Simplifyber: $12M Series A for Biomaterials in Apparel ... In Plain Language: Wearing bio-based clothing every day is
by Kristian Ilasko (Hydrocarbon Engineering) As the global drive toward net-zero intensifies, industries are seeking practical, scalable solutions to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Renewable methanol is emerging as a key enabler in this transition, offering a low-carbon alternative derived from
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
(Bioenergy Insight) Keenan Recycling said it is hitting the road with a new fleet of 100% biomethane-powered food waste collection trucks, designed to revolutionise how food waste is collected and transported in the UK. As the nation’s largest food waste collector, Keenan
(Viridi Energy/Business Wire) The landfill gas-to-RNG project marks a key milestone in Viridi’s strategy to scale US renewable energy infrastructure -- Viridi Energy (“Viridi” or “the firm”), a leading renewable natural gas (RNG) platform, today announced it has begun operations at its new
(Chalmers University of Technology) Biomass is currently the EU’s largest renewable energy source, but climate strategies often focus on other energy sources. A comprehensive analysis, led by Chalmers University of Technology in Sweden, now shows that biomass is crucial for Europe's ability
by Amaya Lanceta (Diario de Sevilla) --The company will build the treatment plant on a plot of land in the Zona Franca fiscal area. -- Cadiz advances in the Blue Economy under the Free Trade Zone's unifying strategy -- Dreexo Energy will establish a biofuel
(Climbing. Fast.) Collaboration between the aviation industry and the U.S. government in just the past few years has helped the nation achieve a commanding lead in the production of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF), while rural communities are poised to reap significant
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 Jefferson dos Santos Estevo* (Advanced Biofuels USA) The international transport sector, encompassing both aviation and maritime shipping, accounts for a significant share of global greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. The data from the International Energy Agency (IEA) suggests aviation, in 2023, was
(Preem) Road transport accounts for one-third of climate emissions in Sweden, and last year these emissions increased by 18 percent. To reverse this trend and enable an immediate reduction in fossil carbon dioxide emissions, Preem is now launching Preem Redefine HVO100,
by Chen Aizhu and Trixie Sher Li Yap (Reuters) China's used cooking oil (UCO) exports to the United States, its largest buyer, are set to plunge in coming months due to steep tariffs, forcing sellers to divert shipments to Europe and
(Utility Global) Utility Global, Inc. (“Utility”), a global leader in economic clean hydrogen production, announced that it will partner with Hanwha Corporation E&C Division (“Hanwha”) to carry out a Pre-FEED (preliminary front-end engineering and design) study for the deployment of its
(Bangchak Group) Bangchak Group has inaugurated its Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) Production Unit at the Bangchak Phra Khanong Refinery, marking Thailand’s first dedicated facility for producing 100% Neat SAF. Operated by BSGF Company Limited, a Bangchak Group affiliate, the unit complies
(Restaurant Technologies/Biobased Diesel Daily) Restaurant Technologies recycled over 363 million pounds of used cooking oil (UCO) in 2024, exceeding its own record of 314 million pounds set in 2023 by over 15 percent. Restaurant Technologies partners with renewable-energy partners such as Chevron Renewable Energy
by Ron Kotrba (Biobased Diesel Daily) Revo International Co. Ltd. announced April 22 that it held a completion ceremony April 18 at its newly constructed Aichi factory in Tahara City, Japan, to mark the completion of its manufacturing facilities for “C-Fuel,”
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
by Elaine Watson (Ag Funder News) ... In simple terms, he said, altM is applying heat and chemicals in a patented process to break ag biomass into fractions then separating and purifying them and then converting them into higher value products. “We
(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
(Cosmo) Cosmo Oil Marketing Co., Ltd. (hereafter, “Cosmo Oil Marketing”), a subsidiary of Cosmo Energy Holdings, and STARLUX Airlines Co. Ltd. (hereafter, “STARLUX Airlines”) have signed a basic agreement regarding Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) to advance sustainable air transportation. The SAF traded
by Shelley Shan (Taipei Times) Approximately 6,000 tonnes of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) would be available for domestic and international airlines to use at airports across Taiwan this year, which would help curb about 15,000 tonnes of carbon emissions, the Ministry
by Aleix Mercader (El Economista (Google Translation)) ... Between 2023 and 2024, Vueling increased its supply of SAF ( Sustainable Aviation Fuel ) tenfold . In just one year, the low-cost airline went from 1,285 to 12,766 tons of green fuel in an effort to reduce its emissions.
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) This ABLC presentation deck highlights Haffner’s Hypergas technology for clean fuels and decarbonization solutions from residual biomass, backed by 31 years of experience. Presented by Nathalie Ionesco, Haffner Energy Inc COO, the guide details their proprietary
by Ajsa Habibic (Offshore Energy) Brazilian mining company Vale and compatriot oil and gas giant Petrobras have formed a commercial partnership to test a biofuel blend with 24% second-generation biodiesel on a Vale-chartered ship. -- As part of this partnership, the
(GEOMIT) GEOMIT and CMAA Sign MOU to Develop Biogas and Biomethane Projects from Sugarcane Residues -- GEOMIT and Companhia Mineira de Açúcar e Álcool (CMAA) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to jointly develop commercial-scale biogas and biomethane projects from
(PTT Global Chemical Public Company) PTT Global Chemical Public Company Limited (GC), a global leader in chemicals for better living, is accelerating its biorefinery productions, building upon its success as Thailand’s first producer of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF). GC is now
(Škoda) › Celebrating Earth Day: Škoda Auto switches to using high-quality HVO (hydrotreated vegetable oil) fuel for the initial fill in newly manufactured diesel vehicles and for refueling its logistics fleet › HVO fuel has up to 90% lower net carbon emissions
Are you a farmer who would like to lower your carbon footprint? Here's one farmer's story: How Our Farm Will Benefit from Low-Carbon Corn And, you can join a weekly Zoom conversation with the folks from Continuum Ag about how the testing
(Travel Daily Media) Sustainability officials at aviation manufacturer Airbus pointed out that Thailand has the potential to produce up to five million tonnes of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) per annum. Company chief sustainability officer Julie Kitcher remarked on this at the Airbus
(Egypt Today) Egypt’s ministers of petroleum, environment, and civil aviation held a joint meeting at the Ministry of Petroleum’s headquarters in the New Administrative Capital to coordinate efforts on the ongoing Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) production project. The project, currently being implemented
Are you alarmed that in some parts of the world people still defecate in public and towns have no sewage systems? Learn more about a group trying to do something about that in this Nigerian community. Learn how human waste
(Syzygy Plasmonics/PR Newswire) New pathway makes maximum use of renewable methane and much higher yield for the same amount of biogas by utilizing CO2 in feedstock -- Syzygy Plasmonics has successfully completed performance testing of the world's largest all-electric GHG e-Reforming™ demonstration
by Ajsa Habibic Offshore Energy) The first offshore platform for the integrated production of green hydrogen, ammonia, and methanol has been constructed in Yantai, China, and is set to commence the trial operation, state-owned energy enterprise China Energy Investment Corporation revealed. The
(Aemetis) Aemetis, Inc. (NASDAQ: AMTX), a diversified global renewable natural gas and biofuels company, announced the Company’s subsidiary in India, Universal Biofuels, received multiple orders for an aggregate of $31 million for the delivery during May, June and July of more than
(Levidian) Manchester biogas to hydrogen pilot demonstrates potential for sewage waste to be used as a sustainable feed source for hydrogen production; Potential for UK sewage waste to produce 75,000 tonnes of hydrogen per year - enough to power over 40% of
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) This presentation deck introduces World Energy as a low-carbon solutions pioneer working with hard-to-abate sectors to meet net-zero commitments through sustainable aviation fuel, green hydrogen, and advanced biofuels. Their SAF production uses HEFA technology with a
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) At first glance, RD and SAF appear nearly inseparable—often co-produced in HEFA systems, governed by overlapping policy frameworks, and sharing many investors, incentives, and technologies. Traditional analysis sees them as market twins. Yet, in this analysis out
(European Biodiesel Board) The European Biodiesel Board (EBB), representing biodiesel (HVO & FAME) producers in the EU, welcomes the recognition of the importance of combating Annex IX biofuels fraud, and the fact that the Committee on the Sustainability of Biofuels, Bioliquids
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) This presentation from Sandia National Laboratories summarizes a workshop on biorefinery integration held in October 2024. The objectives were to develop a shared vision for the refinery of the future and identify R&D needs for
by Brad Pleima (BioCycle) The federal Renewable Fuel Standard’s Set Rule allows codigestion of feedstocks such as food waste and manure to generate both D3 and D5 RIN values. -- The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (USEPA) Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS) 2023-2025 Set
(AmSpec Group) Malaysia’s pioneer biofuel feedstock aggregator, FatHopes Energy Sdn Bhd (FHE), signed a Memorandum of Agreement (MoA) with AmSpec Group, a leading service provider in the testing, inspection, and certification (TIC) sector, to enhance the efficiency and scalability of Sustainable
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) This presentation deck from ABLC highlights Iogen's position as a pioneering technology company focused on 2nd generation biofuels from agricultural residues. They emphasize that 2G biofuels offer a practical path to net-zero in hard-to-electrify sectors like
Do you manage a grocery store or food terminal? For grocery stores and food terminals – Find an aggregator collecting food waste for anaerobic digestion. Even better, team up with dairies and add food waste to manure for high anaerobic digestion results. And
(American Power Group/Access Newswire) American Power Group Corporation (OTC Pink:APGI) the leading U.S. based dual fuel diesel engine conversion technology company is pleased to highlight that APG's vehicular dual fuel solution can generate significantly low carbon emissions when displacing diesel fuel
By Samyak Pandey (S&P Global) Surging biodiesel production in Brazil tightens global vegetable oil markets; Palm oil output projected to edge up, but export availability expected to shrink; Global oilseed market undergoing significant shifts -- Surging biodiesel production in Brazil is diverting soybean
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