by Sean Pratt (Western Producer) The document reaffirms an earlier target of 10 per cent SAF use by 2030, which could create a massive new market for canola -- It’s estimated that if canola-based sustainable aviation fuel rceived a 50 per cent
(Biofuels International) In the United States (US), Inventure Renewables, a developer of proprietary process technologies for the oleochemical and biofuel industries, and which has deployed over US$250 million in first-of-kind processing capacity across North America and Asia, and CPM|Crown have announced
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) Bioprocess data is strategic infrastructure, but raw data without context is expensive noise. While most operators collect basic historian and LIMS signals, they suffer from delayed, manual data reconstruction. True competitive advantage requires building a “contextualized
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) ... Having the universe’s most powerful device is entirely useless if you lack a trained Corps capable of wielding it under real-world pressure. Industrial biotechnology already knows how brutal technology transfer can be. Moving a process from
(Nordic Investment Bank) • NIB has signed a 13-year DKK 182 million (approximately EUR 24 million) loan with Sindal Biogas A/S. The investment will co-finance the expansion of the Sindal Biogas plant in Sindal in northern Denmark, doubling biomethane output from 22
(American Airlines) American Airlines and Infinium today (August 6, 2026) announced its first delivery of electro sustainable aviation fuel (eSAF) to a commercial airport for use in a commercial passenger flight, marking a major milestone in the decarbonization of aviation. The
by Joanne Ivancic* (Advanced Biofuels USA) In his 2006 State of the Union address, President George W. Bush suggested that converting switchgrass and other non-corn feedstock into fuel ethanol could help us end our “addiction to oil” and “make our
by Basile Marin, Leo Marin, Retd. Lt-Colonel Anjan Mukhoadhyay, Retd. Wing-Commander Ramesh Bhoominathan (Diplomatist) The closure of the Strait of Hormuz in 2026 underscored a reality that had long been apparent: energy security is no longer simply about oil and gas. As Europe
(Daily Sabah) Backed by Emirati Mubadala Capital, a Brazil-based venture is working on what could be one of the new and rare examples of fruits providing power for commercial aircraft. In Brazil’s Minas Gerais state north of Sao Paulo, more than 200
by Camila Souza Ramos (Globo Rural — São Paulo/Valor International) Prices have fallen below production costs at plants that process the grain -- The steep drop in ethanol prices this year has provided relief for drivers but become a source of concern for
by Adedolapo Akinde (Canadian Biomass) Research from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte highlights the potential of agricultural residues, particularly wheat and canola straw, in Canada's Prairie provinces for biomass energy production. The study introduces a cost-productivity suitability index that could
(Envision Energy/PR Newswire) Envision Energy, a global leader in green technology, today announced a collaboration with Sasol, a global energy and chemicals company, to advance the design study of a potential green hydrogen system at Sasol's Sasolburg operations in South Africa.
(ORLEN) ORLEN has opened a Marine Transshipment Terminal at its Gdańsk refinery, marking the completion of one of the Group’s key logistics projects. The facility enables refinery products and feedstocks to be transferred directly between the refinery and tankers, eliminating the
(University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign/Phys.Org) Nearly two centuries of maize-based agriculture in the U.S. Midwest has halved soil organic carbon (SOC) stocks compared with tallgrass prairies native to the region. Replacing annual maize/soy cropping with perennial bioenergy grasses may partially reverse
by John Duff (Farm Progress Kansas Farmer) Sorghum Focus: Conservation production practices could finally pay off with 45Z opportunities. But proceed with caution. -- At first glance, the Section 45Z Clean Fuel Production Credit should reward the production practices many sorghum farmers
(Licella) Licella is pleased to announce an amendment to the Joint Development Agreement (“JDA”) with Quadrise Plc (AIM:QED), further advancing the companies’ collaboration through an updated schedule for joint fuel testing. Licella will provide expertise in scalable HTL bio-oil production, while
(Biofuel Development Opportunity Zone Initiative) ‘A’ Rating Signals Low-Risk Woody Biomass Supply for Biobased Developers – Preston County Economic Development Authority, Ecostrat and the BDO Zone Initiative are pleased to announce the issue of a BDO Zone ‘A’ Rating for Preston County,
(Vietnam Plus/VNA) Under the plan, the government will set reference prices for key bioethanol feedstocks – corn, cassava, and sugarcane – to help ensure stable returns for local farmers. -- Indonesia’s Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources (ESDM) is preparing a dedicated
by Erin Ailworth (Farm Progress/Bloomberg) Crop trader's Q2 earnings beat expectations as company expands oilseed capacity. China soybean purchases and ethanol exports remain robust drivers. -- Archer-Daniels-Midland Co. raised its 2026 profit outlook for a second time, as the crop trader increasingly looks
(Catalyxx) The project represents a major milestone in the industrial deployment of Catalyxx’s technology and has been recognized as a Project of National Interest (PIN) by the Portuguese Government. Catalyxx today (July 22, 2026) announced that Sines, Portugal, has been selected
(University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign/Tech Xplore) Lignocellulolytic enzymes are a primary cost constraint in second-generation ethanol biorefineries, accounting for up to 30% of operating expenses. Because it requires limited inputs and can achieve industrially viable ethanol titers and yields with an
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) By integrating on-site CCS, climate-smart agriculture, and renewable power, ethanol producers can engineer deep-negative carbon intensities (CI) of -20 to -50. However, the federal 45Z credit floors crop-based feedstocks at zero, meaning this deep-negative achievement earns
by Lisa Gibson (Ethanol Producer Magazine) At 42 years old, Chief Ethanol in Hastings, Nebraska, is the oldest dry-mill ethanol plant in the state and one of the longest-running plants in the entire U.S. With that kind of longevity, the facility
(Heriot-Watt University) A company that helped design how astronauts grow and recycle food in space is working with Heriot-Watt University to tackle the problem of dairy waste here on Earth. Take Root Bio worked with the International Centre for Brewing and Distilling
by D Figg (SlashGear) The answer to pollution from vehicles then, at least in the short term, seems to lie with biofuels. Unlike fossil fuels (which, as the name suggests, come from fossils), biofuels are made with things that were, until
(The Hindu Business Line) Every winter, the skies over North India turn grey, and every winter the same debate resurfaces: what should be done with the millions of tonnes of crop residue that farmers burn each year. For too long, this
by Sarah Morland (Reuters) Hundreds of Mexican hotel workers, tractor operators and specialized Navy personnel are heading out to the beach each day at dawn to clean record masses of rotting sargassum seaweed off pristine Caribbean coastlines around popular tourist resorts. The seasonal
(Trade Arabia News Service) Nama Water Services has launched a pilot project to cultivate Camelina, a sustainable crop widely used in biofuel production, in partnership with Hema Energy. The initiative supports the company’s environmental sustainability strategy and Oman’s green economy objectives. The project
Krishnakumar Kaimal (Organizer) ... Viral videos circulating across social media claim to expose a “scam” by pouring water into E20 petrol, shaking the bottle and then triumphantly displaying two distinct layers. The accompanying claim is dramatic: “Look! Ethanol has separated from
(Noticias Ambientales) The Recycle Your Oil campaign, driven by the Santa Fe company DH-SH, is expanding in the province with green points for residents and collection systems aimed at gastronomic businesses. The proposal seeks to convert a highly polluting waste into
Akanksha Mishra (The Print) The US, Brazil, Thailand, Canada, and France rolled out ethanol blending policies and timelines, driven by objectives such as cleaner air and support for agriculture. Ethanol’s history as a fuel is almost as old as the automobile itself—from
(European Commission) The European Commission has approved, under EU State aid rules, two Dutch schemes with a combined budget of €290 million to support sustainable aviation fuels ('SAF'). The schemes will contribute to the objectives of the Clean Industrial Deal to
by Jared Pike (Purdue University) Most agricultural tractors use petroleum-based diesel fuel — even though a significant amount of the corn they are harvesting goes toward making ethanol. Could tractors start using ethanol as fuel? That’s the project being tackled by
by Maddie Weber (KBEAR Rural Radio) Nebraska Project Aims to Turn Corn Ethanol Into Sustainable Plastic -- A proposed manufacturing facility in southeast Nebraska aims to create a new market for corn by transforming ethanol into one of the world’s most widely
Zhangliang Chen, Kaiyu Guan and Jonathan Coppess (University of Illinois/farmdoc daily) Continuing the review of the Clean Fuel Production Tax Credit, this article explores the potential economic benefit that could be created for Midwest corn and soybean producers implementing approved practices. Previously,
(Doktar/Ag Funder News) True measurement infrastructure connects corporate objectives with field-level evidence to move beyond simply reporting. -- Corporate commitments to regenerative agriculture are becoming more common, but evidence of measurable outcomes is not keeping pace. As a 2026 FAIRR assessment of
by Stephanie Larson (U.S. Grains & BioProducts Council/Ethanol Producer Magazine) Recently, the International Civil Aviation Organization—a specialized United Nations agency and key global entity within the aviation space—celebrated ICAO Aviation Climate Week in Montreal, Canada. The event featured international aviation policymakers,
(Economic Times) A novel system in Chinese school canteens processes leftover food into valuable resources. Students deposit food scraps into specialized machines after finishing their meals. The system extracts oil for biodiesel production and converts organic waste into compost. This innovative
(Cleanaway) Viva Energy and Cleanaway have welcomed the Australian Government’s latest reform to the National Greenhouse and Energy Reporting scheme (NGERs) which will recognise low carbon liquid fuels, including renewable diesel, LPG and kerosene made via co-processing at local refineries. Under the
by Emilie Lorditch (Michigan State University Today) • Researchers have developed a low-energy way to distribute sunlight more evenly throughout algae cultivation systems. The technology increased algae biomass productivity by as much as six times in outdoor testing. Unlike energy-intensive LED systems, the technology
by Meghan Sapp (Biofuels Digest) In Massachusetts, Lydian announced the close of a $43 million Series A financing led by Breakthrough Energy Ventures with participation from AP Ventures, Builders Vision, and continued support from existing investors including Congruent Ventures, Galvanize, Grok
(IANS/Hans India) In a written reply to a question in the Lok Sabha, Minister of State for Food Nimuben Jayantibhai Bambhaniya said that after maintaining buffer stocks and providing for requirements under the NFSA, the government sells only excess rice from
(Biofuel Development Opportunity Zone Initiative) South Dakota’s First ‘A’ Rating Signals Deep Corn Stover Supply for Biobased Investment in the Sioux Metro region -- Sioux Metro Growth Alliance, Ecostrat and the BDO Zone Initiative are pleased to announce the issue of a
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) Fermentation off-gas from existing ethanol plants offers the cheapest, highest-purity biogenic CO2 for e-SAF production, yet it is widely treated as waste. Securing this vital feedstock requires resolving carbon title and strictly assigning each ton to
by Jeff Mulhollem (Pennsylvania State University) Scientists in the College of Agricultural Sciences collaborating with Woodland Biomass Innovations to be sure the startup company is embarking on an ecologically sustainable operation Researchers in the Penn State College of Agricultural Sciences are
(Brookhaven National Laboratory) Brookhaven researchers and their U.S. and international collaborators crafted a novel, three-metal catalysis approach to convert ethanol to a critical chemical feedstock -- Ethanol is an alcohol used in a huge number of industrial and household applications. When dehydrogenated
(BioCycle Magazine) A new Energy Vision report finds that Washington dairy farmers want to build anaerobic digesters, developers want to finance them, and a decade of policy instability has stopped nearly all of it from happening. Washington State is a top ten
(Velocys/Biodiesel Magazine) Velocys, a leading Fischer-Tropsch technology provider for sustainable fuels, on July 14 announced the first stage of a product roadmap designed to extend superior microchannel reactor performance to larger, more cost-competitive sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) projects. The first step
by William Strauss and Laurenz Schmidt (FutureMetrics/Canadian Biomass) For companies developing gasification plus Fischer-Tropsch systems using torrefied pellets, the long-term outlook is favourable FutureMetrics has released a white paper discussing the growing demand for sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) and introducing a new
(Rieckermann/Biobased Diesel Daily) As demand for renewable diesel and sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) continues to grow, the ability to process complex waste-based feedstocks into consistent, refinery-ready inputs is becoming a decisive factor in scaling sustainable fuel production. At North Sea Port in Ghent, Belgium,
by Evelyn Olson (OPIS Insight) The Trump Administration’s Unified Agenda, released on July 3, conspicuously omits the 2028 Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS) volume requirements (Set 3) from the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) 2026 rulemaking agenda. The Unified Agenda is the government’s
(Muser Press) Turning urban waste into high-value bio-based materials through an industrial-scale biorefinery Summary: Urban biowaste and post-consumer absorbent hygiene products will provide the raw materials for SOWISE+, a five-year European project that will demonstrate a first-of-its-kind multipurpose biorefinery at Technology Readiness Level
(Muser Press) PACE will retrofit part of a Dutch processing facility to demonstrate industrial production from an underused side-stream -- Potato juice from the potato processing industry will serve as feedstock for chemical production through the Potato Juice to Fatty Acids for
(Puro.earth/NASDAQ) World's first validated and verified CORCs from biogas-based BECCS, delivered by Inherit, HoopCO2 and Northern Lights JV from the VEAS wastewater treatment plant in Norway; More than 700 CORCs issued for the project's first four months of operation; Marks Puro.earth's first certification
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) Alcohol-to-Jet (ATJ) sustainable aviation fuel can achieve cost parity with HEFA, but only through a specific stacking architecture, not as a general pathway property. To cross the cost threshold, developers must rigorously stack certified low-carbon intensity
(Lallemand/Buisness Wire) Lallemand Biofuels & Distilled Spirits' innovative yeast with Braskem's bolt-on separation technology and market development enable the production of a renewable, high-value coproduct that has consistent market demand. Lallemand Biofuels & Distilled Spirits (LBDS), a global leader in yeast, enzymes,
by Kim Chipman (Agri-Pulse) Biogas is having a moment, with potentially hundreds of millions of dollars set to be unleashed with finalization of 45Z. An even bigger opportunity though is marine fuel, Roeslein Renewables says. READ MORE Related articles Biogas Market to Reach
by Tyne Morgan (AgWeb) Data shows soybean crush and renewable diesel output are hitting all-time highs, driven by strong domestic biofuel policy, while new U.S. tariffs on Brazilian tallow add fresh demand in the biofuel feedstock market. ... According to Susan Stroud, founder
(Delta Air Lines) Delta joined Minnesota leaders to celebrate a new SAF blending facility that will help expand access to sustainable aviation fuel at MSP, Delta's second-largest hub. -- Delta Air Lines joined Minnesota SAF Hub partners, along with federal and state
by Ron Kotrba (Biobased Diesel Daily) Chevron received its facility-specific pathway approval for CoverCress oil in mid-July from the U.S. EPA under the federal Renewable Fuel Standard program. CoverCress, a modified version of field pennycress, is a rotational cash crop that combines
(Fuel Cells Works) -- Advait Greenergy and Jiangsu Guofu Hydrogen Energy Equipment have completed a live factory acceptance test of a pressurised alkaline electrolyser rated at 1,000Nm³ of hydrogen per hour, equivalent to approximately 5MW. -- The demonstration verified operating functions
(TXF News) BNDES approved BRL150 million ($29 million) in credit operations for Grupo Cerradinho to fund innovation and biofuels expansion. The financing will support technological innovation, industrial modernisation and expanded biofuels production at the group's units in Chapadao do Ceu, southwest... Related
(Inventiva) India's ethanol blending programme has been hailed as one of the country's biggest energy success stories. It helped cut crude oil imports, boosted farmer incomes and transformed India's fuel economy. But the race to E20 has also exposed deeper questions
by Raymond Gregory Tribdino (Manila Times) CLARK FREEPORT — While Iñigo Inton and Red Mendoza were dominating almost all classes and other drivers were battling for podium finishes at the 2026 Toyota Gazoo Racing Philippine Cup, engineers were focused on a
by Charlie Curie (Gasworld) The French government has selected three electrolytic hydrogen projects for €778m ($887m) in subsidies. Selected after a call for tenders in December 2025, the winners will receive per kilogramme subsides over 15 years, as part of the government’s
(Adelaide University/NewsWise) An Adelaide University-led study has mapped out a route to advance the commercial aviation industry towards a net-zero emissions future, powered by green hydrogen. Aviation is one of the fastest growing producers of greenhouse gas emissions, generating around 14% of
(ResourceWise) At first glance, crude tall oil (CTO) and used cooking oil (UCO) have very little in common. One is generated during the kraft pulping process as a byproduct of processing pine trees. The other comes from restaurants, food processors, and commercial
(Flogas) • 26 GWh biomethane deal part of Flogas’ GPA strategy to scale indigenous renewable gas across island of Ireland The collaboration is expected to deliver annual carbon savings of approximately 6,637 tonnes of CO₂, supporting decarbonisation of the transport sector College Group’s Co.
(ChiniMandi) The U.S. Grains & BioProducts Council (USGBC) has stepped up efforts to position U.S. corn ethanol as a key feedstock for sustainable aviation fuel (SAF), leading a delegation of government officials from Indonesia and Vietnam to the MyAERO Sustainable Aviation
(National Corn Growers Association) Maritime fuel could increase corn demand by 3 billion bushels A record corn crop like 2025’s 17 billion bushels – valued at $70.1 billion – is something to be proud of. But it also raises an important question:
by Konica Bhatt (Engine) Several shipping companies reported using biofuels across their fleets in 2025, with B100 emerging as the most commonly disclosed grade alongside blends such as B6, B24 and B30. Bermuda-based tanker owner Teekay Tankers used biofuels on selected voyages
(Office of Congressman Cliff Bentz (R-OR 2nd)) Congressman Cliff Bentz (R-OR) and Congressman Bennie Thompson (D-MS) joined Senators Merkley (D-OR), and Hyde-Smith (R-MS) in introducing the “Wildfire Reduction Market Expansion Act of 2026”. This bipartisan legislation intends to expand the definition
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) A renewable natural gas project’s carbon credit value heavily depends on credible methane measurement, reporting, and verification (MRV). The financial viability of deeply negative carbon intensity scores hinges on contested avoided-methane baselines and the complex reconciliation
by Kriti Barua (Jagran Josh) The United States and Brazil dominate the global ethanol market, controlling 80% of production. While India faces domestic feedstock and pricing challenges due to this monopoly, it aims to break the monopoly by investing in advanced, non-food
by Lisa Rausch, Tiago N. P. Reis, Cristiane Mazzetti, Marcos Barrozo, Marin Skidmore, and Holly K. Gibbs (Science) The Amazon Soy Moratorium (ASM) is a voluntary multisectoral zero-deforestation pact, in which soy traders agreed to not source or finance soy on Amazon
(UABIO) On June 19, at the “Parkovy” Exhibition and Convention Center, as part of the major international agricultural event Agro Ukraine Week, speakers from UABIO also participated in the specialized “Bioenergy Conference” event held as part of Agro Energy Day. This separate
by Lourianne Graham and Hiltonia Mariate (Barbados Today) The government is working with international development partners to help finance private sector initiatives that convert sargassum into commercially viable products, while examining how its fleet could use the biofuel, Minister of Finance
(Chemical Industry Digest) India’s rapid progress in ethanol blending is emerging as a global benchmark for countries seeking to enhance energy security through renewable fuels. According to the Grain Ethanol Manufacturers Association (GEMA), India’s policy-driven approach to ethanol production and blending
by Jeff Bonar* (CapCO₂ Solutions for Advanced Biofuels USA) The Midwest has a unique opportunity for methanol made from corn to be powering tomorrow’s races from sprint tracks to drag strips. Methanol is already fueling racecars, why not produce it
by Luke Geiver (Ethanol Producer Magazine) Valerie García-Negrón, a research chemical engineer with the Sustainable Biofuels and Coproducts Research Unit run by the USDA’s Agricultural Research Service, has a key message for dry-grind ethanol producers. “Although the dry-grind process is mature,
by Rachel Schilke, Elizabeth Elkin and Rachel Umansky-Castro (Bloomberg Government) A bill to expand sales of higher ethanol-blended gasoline got a legislative boost this spring, but disagreements between the House and Senate, as well as a crowded calendar, may slow its progress. Allowing year-round sales
(INERATEC) INERATEC and Zeopore announce a successful technology collaboration driving a more efficient and economically competitive production of CO₂-neutral e-Fuels and e-Chemicals. At the center of the collaboration is INERATEC’s newly developed hydrocracking process, designed to upgrade Fischer-Tropsch waxes from Power-to-Liquid production
(Southwest Research Institute/The Gist/Phys.Org) A Southwest Research Institute and University of Texas at San Antonio experiment has passed a critical NASA review, designating it ready for parabolic flight testing. The two institutions will evaluate the performance of a patent-pending electrolyzer, the
(Biofuel Development Opportunity Zone Initiative) A’ Rating Opens Door for New Biomass Markets and Forest Restoration Investment -- Plumas Corp, Plumas County Fire Safe Council, Ecostrat and the BDO Zone Initiative are pleased to announce the issue of a BDO Zone ‘A’
by Kato Neil (NHK World) India is home to many millions of cows. And Japanese automaker Suzuki Motor is harnessing their manure to make biofuel. In the western state of Gujarat, Suzuki Motor has been operating a biogas plant in earnest since
(International ESG Association/Carbon Capture Magazine) The International ESG Association (IESGA) and POSCO International have launched a joint research initiative to study the use of biochar and soil carbon management in Indonesian palm plantations as part of efforts to reduce greenhouse gas
(Biofuels International) The global shipping industry is entering a decisive phase in its shift toward low‑carbon fuels, with biofuels emerging as one of the most practical and immediately deployable solutions. At the Biofuels in Shipping seminar in Istanbul, Arkas Bunker and DB
(Energy Innovation) This report, co-authored with India Energy & Climate Center at UC Berkeley's Goldman School of Public Policy, examines how India can turn agricultural waste and low-cost green hydrogen into sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) through a power-and-biomass-to-liquids (PBtL) industry. India faces
(CME Group) CME Group, the world's leading derivatives marketplace, today announced plans to launch Sorghum basis futures. Trading is expected to start on August 24, 2026, pending regulatory review. Sorghum is a versatile commodity uniquely positioned to meet global demand from the
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) Section 45Z allows producers to claim site-specific, actual carbon intensity (CI) values for higher credits, but this demands extensive data collection and verification. These substantiation costs create a fixed overhead that disproportionately burdens smaller projects, often
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) How the next generation of climate technology is discovering another passage through physics -- ... Water is heavy, pumps consume electricity, and physics still sends the invoice. Because of this, the likely winners won’t be companies building
(Delta Air Lines) Delta plans to scale its use of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) across multiple U.S. hubs and priority cities with a five-year agreement with Shell Aviation set through 2030. The collaboration goes beyond conventional jet fuel supply and helps
by Erin Krueger (Ethanol Producer Magazine) The USDA’s National Institute of Food and Agriculture on June 23 announced it has awarded $5.6 million to support 11 projects that focus on converting, treating, processing, refining or manufacturing products to utilize plant, animal
(Hy2gen) H4 Marseille Fos, a joint-venture between Hy2gen, a global leader in renewable hydrogen and its derivates, and French developer H2V, and EDF today signed a strategic partnership agreement that secures the vast majority of the power supply for the first
by Erin Krueger (Ethanol Producer Magazine) The California Air Resources Board on July 14 provided additional clarity on its 2025 Low Carbon Fuel Standard amendments with the release of a new 13-page frequently asked questions (FAQ) document. The agency said the
(ABC Business/MSN) A north Queensland cattle farming family is taking part in a trial growing oil-producing trees alongside livestock. The Lawrie family, from Powlathanga station near Charters Towers in north Queensland, has been running a cattle breeding operation since 2004. But now the
(BNDES News Agency) Resources enable the construction of silos in Campo Mourão and São João do Ivaí, adding 52,700 tons of capacity. -- The Brazilian National Bank for Economic and Social Development (BNDES) has approved R$ 60.5 million in financing for the
(Argus Media) New prices help aviation sector market participants to meet e-SAF decarbonisation goals -- Global energy and commodity price reporting agency Argus has recently launched the first methanol-to-jet cost indexes for nine major production locations around the world. The publication of new
(ET Fuels) Project Kings Road Humber brings advanced manufacturing, innovation and high-skilled jobs to Greater Lincolnshire, helping establish the Humber as the UK's leading hub for advanced fuel production First-of-a-kind: ETFuels has selected Immingham as the site for Project Kings Road Humber,
(Office of Representative Kevin Kiley (R-CA 3rd) Rep. Kevin Kiley (I-CA) introduced H.R. 9746, the Biomass Facility Construction Act. This legislation would create a tax credit totaling 30% of the cost of construction for biomass facilities and allow them to concurrently
by Nikhil Sharma (Argus Media) Indian ethanol producers are targeting alternative markets including domestic and African industrial buyers to draw down surplus stock after national oil companies bought less than expected for gasoline blending. India's ethanol surplus has worsened because private distillers increased
(Antara) The Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources is opening opportunities for private companies interested in building ethanol plants following the mandatory target of blending 20 percent bioethanol into gasoline (E20) by 2028. "So, private companies are allowed, and we strongly encourage
by Meera (LatestLY) The Centre is preparing a policy framework to introduce ethanol as a cooking fuel alongside LPG. The proposal aims to utilise India's growing ethanol surplus and reduce LPG import dependence. Ethanol would require specially designed stoves and is
(Bangchak Corporation Public Company Ltd./Biobased Diesel Daily) Bangchak Group announced July 16 that it and Thai Airways have marked a significant milestone for Thailand’s aviation and energy industries with the first supply by Bangchak Group of Thailand-produced sustainable aviation fuel (SAF)
(Avantium) Avantium N.V., a pioneer in renewable and circular polymer materials, today announces the spin‑out of its electrochemical platform, previously known as Volta Technology, into a new, independent company named Carbeau, with retrospective effect from 1 April 2026. Carbeau is backed
(Axens) The industrial mid-sized company is reinforcing its position as a leading player in Sustainable Aviation Fuels (SAF) and entering a new phase aimed at supporting France’s energy sovereignty and reindustrialization. Axens announces the launch of the ERA project (Ethanol to Refuel
by Martina Markosyan (Renewables Now) Japanese engineering firm Kanadevia Corp (TYO:7004) has signed a partnership agreement with Oman's Bahwan Engineering Company (BEC) LLC to jointly pursue green hydrogen and other low-carbon fuel initiatives in Oman. The agreement sets a framework for
by JaeWon Go (DongA Science) South Korea and Australia have agreed to pursue research cooperation on hydrogen and rare earth elements. They will conduct joint research on hydrogen fueling stations that separate and store hydrogen from natural gas, and on the
by Samyak Pandey (S&P Global) Taiwan, South Korea push alcohol-to-jet SAF tech; Taiwan's SAF demand to reach 182,000 mt by 2030; Asia-Pacific ATJ capacity to hit 4 mil mt by 2030 Alcohol-to-jet technology is gaining commercial traction in Taiwan and South
by Nidhi Verma (Reuters) India has no plans to raise the ethanol content in gasoline beyond the current 20%, junior oil minister Suresh Gopi said on Monday, amid fears of further increases and criticism that the blend reduces efficiency and
(Red River Farm Network) North Dakota’s canola industry continues to expand, with USDA estimating farmers planted a record 2.35 million acres this year. “We’re really seeing a geographic expansion of canola in the state,” said Barry Coleman, executive director, Northern Canola
(Hydrogenera) Hydrogenera and Stargate Hydrogen have signed a framework cooperation agreement to advance future collaboration in industrial hydrogen projects across Europe. The agreement brings together two European hydrogen technology companies with complementary strengths. Hydrogenera contributes its expertise in alkaline electrolysis, electrolyser
(Uniper) Uniper provides an initial delivery of bio-LNG to Q1 Energie AG; The cooperation increases the availability of more climate-friendly fuels; Sustainably produced biomethane is liquefied into bio-LNG at the Gate terminal in Rotterdam and then delivered via the existing LNG infrastructure Uniper and
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) Fragmented global certification regimes demand multiple redundant audits for a single feedstock, multiplying administrative burdens without delivering incremental environmental benefits. Because verification costs are fixed per audit rather than volume-based, this fragmentation disproportionately burdens small and
(Ag-Grid Energy) Operational enhancements will improve efficiency, reliability and long-term sustainability of biogas-to-RNG facility in Wisconsin -- Ag-Grid Energy LLC announced July 1 that it has acquired the Waunakee, WI anaerobic digester facility, a pioneering renewable energy and nutrient management project developed
by Jonathan Milne (Newsroom) Seadra Energy senior vice president Noor Begum says electric vehicles will carry most of the burden, but challenging transport modes will need drop-in biofuels for decades But the leader of a project at the decommissioned Marsden Point oil
(Lighthouse Green Fuels) Lighthouse Green Fuels (LGF) has successfully completed Front-End Engineering Design (FEED) for its Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) facility in Teesside, delivered in partnership with engineering contractor Worley. For any major infrastructure project, FEED is one of the most significant
(Bangchak Corporation Public Company/Biobased Diesel Daily) Thailand’s minister of public health, Pattana Promphat, presided over the opening of the “Healthcare Leadership toward Net Zero MOPH” seminar July 6 and witnessed the signing of memoranda of understanding between the Ministry of Public Health
(Ecostrat) Strategic alliance brings feedstock supply insurance to syngas project developers -- Ecostrat Inc., New Energy Risk (NER), Torrgas, and Torrgreen have formed a strategic alliance to offer Feedstock Supply Insurance (FSI) to project developers licensing Torrgreen’s torrefaction technology and Torrgas’s syngas
(FUELGAE) FUELGAE is a pioneering EU-funded project that unites leading research organisations, industry partners, and innovation experts from across Europe to convert CO₂ emissions into sustainable advanced biofuels. By integrating innovative microalgae technologies with digital modelling and industrial processes, the consortium
(European Biodiesel Board) The European Biodiesel Board (EBB), representing European biodiesel (FAME & HVO) and bioSAF (HEFA) producers, welcomes the European Commission’s publication of the "Action Plan for Resilience, Strategic Autonomy, and Sustainability of the EU Protein System" (the Protein Action
(Next Phase Capital) Growth investment firm Next Phase Capital, established by BrightStar Care Founder Shelly Sun Berkowitz, today (July 7, 2026) announced an investment in Forge Industries, an emerging climate-tech company transforming hard-to-recycle waste into high-performing engineered fuels. Next Phase Capital
(Greening Group) • TWiNE is Greening’s dedicated platform for the integrated development of biomethane projects in Spain. The new company already manages a portfolio of projects at an advanced stage of development. Its integrated model covers every stage of project development, from feedstock
(ANI/ChiniMandi) Brazil has completed its first bioethanol bunkering operation for a container ship, marking a major milestone in the use of renewable fuels for maritime transport and strengthening the country’s position in the global low-carbon shipping transition. According to a statement by
by Erin Krueger (Ethanol Producer Magazine) CoBank’s Knowledge Exchange on July 8 released a new quarterly report that discusses the current status of E15 legislation. The report also highlights the ethanol industry’s increased use of grain sorghum feedstock. ... While Midwest lawmakers continue
by Maria Lígia Barros and Denise Cathey (Argus Media) A lowering of Brazilian tariffs against ethanol is off the table in current US-Brazil trade negotiations, Brazil trade minister Marcio Elias Rosa said ahead of a 15 July deadline for a new
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) E9 Hydrogen solves the dual challenges of renewable energy curtailment and expensive green hydrogen production. Utilizing proprietary Co-Axial Membraneless technology, E9’s system is purpose-built for intermittent, behind-the-meter operation. By prioritizing robust durability for frequent start-stop cycles
by Robert Arnason (Sask Today) The importance of biofuel to canola, and what that means for the crop, is pulling companies into the public policy arena. ... In Canada, there’s a lesser known but similar fact in the canola business — more than
by Tim Sandle (Digital Journal) As governments and industries search for alternatives to fossil fuels, biofuels remain one of the most promising routes toward decarbonising transportation, aviation and industrial processes. Yet traditional biofuels, produced from crops such as corn, wheat and sugarcane,
by Stephanie Buis (Low Carbon Fuels Coalition) ... One of the first things that surprised me was the connection between agriculture and transportation fuels. Before joining LCFC, I never would have associated cornfields, soybeans, or agricultural byproducts with efforts to reduce
(American Biogas Council/Biomass Magazine) Landfills are the largest source of captured biogas in the U.S., driving record investment in renewable natural gas (RNG) production, according to new data released today (July 7, 2026) by the American Biogas Council. The nation’s 598
by Ashley Braun (bioGraphic/Smithsonian Magazine) Engineers in Singapore have developed a new, multistep chemical process that transforms organic waste into useful, sustainable products In low-lying Singapore, electrochemical engineer Li Hong has found a creative way to displace some of the city-state’s dependence
(ResourceWise) Marine biofuels are often discussed at the fuel level with options including B24, B30, B100, UCOME, FAME, HVO, Bio-LNG, and Bio-methanol. But as the marine fuels market matures, a more important question may increasingly sit one step upstream: What feedstock is
by Steven Rodas (Inside Climate News) The battle in the Central Valley is just one of many happening against dairy farms and new manure digester projects in the state. Farmers say they are trying to be better neighbors. ... One is Hillcrest Dairy,
(Indonesia Office of Assistant to Deputy Cabinet Secretary for State Documents & Translation) President Prabowo Subianto Thursday (07/09) officially launched B50 Biodiesel at the event adopting theme “Concrete Steps Toward National Energy Self-Reliance and Resilience,” at the KM 57 Rest Area in
by Arvin Donley (World Grain) When the United States ramped up corn-based ethanol production in the early part of this century, a food vs. fuel debate ensued with many proclaiming that increased grain-based biofuels output would threaten global food security. It
(VAROPreem/CISION) VAROPreem today announces that it has completed the acquisition of a 100% interest in Sunpine, the world's largest Raw Tall Oil bio-refinery, producing a high-quality renewable feedstock used to manufacture advanced biofuels including Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil (HVO) and Sustainable Aviation
(Queensland Deputy Premier, Minister for State Development, Infrastructure and Planning and Minister for Industrial Relations The Honourable Jarrod Bleijie) • $18.56 million awarded to Wildfire Energy through the landmark $180.6 million Sovereign Industry Development Fund (SIDF) to support new biofuels project in Brisbane. Investment
by I Jalaludin S, DWN (Kompas.com) PT Pertamina (Persero) and Boeing [NYSE: BA] signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to explore the development of a sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) ecosystem in Indonesia. The MoU is part of efforts to support the
by Jefferson dos Santos Estevo* (Advanced Biofuels USA) South America is gradually emerging as one of the world's most promising regions for sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) development. Abundant biomass resources, expanding renewable electricity generation, and the growing engagement of national oil
(Antara) Indonesia plans to convert a projected domestic diesel surplus into aviation turbine fuel (avtur) as part of a broader strategy to completely eliminate jet fuel imports by the end of 2026. Energy and Mineral Resources Minister Bahlil Lahadalia announced the initiative
(Antara) Energy and Mineral Resources (ESDM) Minister Bahlil Lahadalia announced that the government will build a methanol industry in East Java and East Kalimantan to meet the demand for B50 biodiesel. "The need for methanol for B50 is around 2.5 million tons
(New Energy Risk/Business Wire) New Energy Risk (“NER”), a leading provider of customized insurance solutions for innovative energy technologies, today (July 7, 2026) announced the expansion of its existing partnership with Yilkins, a leading developer and producer of proprietary modular equipment
(Vema Hydrogen) • Deal represents the first commercial integrated model to pair Engineered Mineral Hydrogen (EMH) with SAF, aiming to increase SAF supply and reduce barriers that limit adoption Partnership will advance Quebec’s first integrated EMH‑to‑SAF ecosystem as global aviation decarbonization mandates
(Taaleri) Taaleri and HitecVision accelerate Fintoil’s growth to capture surging demand for advanced biofuels -- Fintoil is launching its next phase of growth, with the ambition to develop into a leading European biorefinery company. To support the strategy implementation, Norwegian energy-focused private
(FGV Holdings) FGV to trial its palm oil-based B100 biodiesel in field operations, generating operational insights to support future industry adoption. FGV Holdings Berhad (FGV) today (July 7, 2026) launched the next phase of its B100 Biodiesel (B100) pilot programme, expanding the
(Aemetis) Aemetis, Inc. (NASDAQ: AMTX), a diversified renewable natural gas and biofuels company, today announced that its ethanol and renewable natural gas subsidiaries have received funds from the sales of $18 million of Section 45Z Clean Fuel Production Tax Credits. The sales
by Becky Schultz (Power Progress) Ethanol has long been a staple in the automotive industry, used primarily in a low percentage blend with gasoline as an octane enhancer for spark-ignited engines. Over 16 billion gallons of ethanol are produced annually in
(Roquette) VIVESCIA (a leading French grain cooperative group), Roquette (a global leader in plant-based ingredients and pharmaceutical excipients serving the food, nutrition, pharmaceutical and bio-industry markets) and Siplec E.Leclerc (the cooperative of the E.Leclerc Movement responsible for energy products and services)
by Erin Krueger (Biomass Magazine) The European Parliament on July 8 voted to reject a proposed European Union regulation that would have phased out the use of soybean oil as a biofuel feedstock in the EU by 2030. Representatives of the
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