(FlyORO) The Singapore-rooted collaboration would connect Project Beacon’s first-of-a-kind next-generation SAF pathway with modular blending technology first launched in Singapore. KEY HIGHLIGHTS Non-binding MOU to jointly explore potential SAF supply-chain, blending and related activities in support of Project Beacon and future Aether SAF
by Leon Stille (OilPrice.com) Updated mass balance rules from International Sustainability and Carbon Certification are tightening how biomethane is traded; Biomethane is becoming central to Europe’s renewable fuels system; The impact is financial as much as regulatory—projects and trading structures must be robust and
by Melanie Wedgbury (Sustainable Biomass Program) The Sustainable Biomass Program (SBP) has today published v2.1 of the SBP Standards, reinforcing sustainability safeguards, improving audit consistency, and strengthening alignment with the EU Renewable Energy Directive (REDIII), whilst maintaining the scheme’s established risk‑based
by Ana Mano (Bloomberg) Brazil said its corn ethanol passed a significant regulatory step from the International Maritime Organization, giving the country an edge against the US and other competitors in the race to provide biofuels for ocean vessel transportation.
by Naira Hofmeister, Hyury Potter, Charlotte Teunis, Gabriele Di Donfrancesco, Belle de Jong, and Lucy Jordan (Unearthed/Greenpeace) US biofuels producer supplying UK with sustainable aviation fuel has sourced beef tallow linked to illegal deforestation of a conservation area -- A major supplier
(Scan Global Logistics) FincoEnergies and Scan Global Logistics (SGL) are strengthening their collaboration by implementing Biofuel Swap, a globally applicable solution for decarbonising road transport. With Biofuel Swap, SGL offers its customers immediate emissions reductions - with no changes to vehicles,
(Infinium/PR Newswire) Proposal submitted jointly with American Airlines, who will take delivery of and use eSAF from Project Atlas -- Infinium and the Sustainable Aviation Buyers Alliance (SABA) today (April 8, 2026) announced that Infinium's Project Atlas has been selected to supply
by Susanne Retka Schill (Ethanol Producer Magazine) ... Ethanol Producer Magazine checked in for progress updates on six projects reported upon in recent months that will collectively represent capacity expansion of approximately 200 MMgy over the next couple of years. POET Bioprocessing-Shelbyville POET is
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) GIC Group introduced “Commodity Plus Carbon” (CPC), a novel financial instrument designed to make biomass supply chains investable. The most newsworthy aspect is how CPC functions as a hybrid between a commodity futures contract and a
(Carboninsets) Carboninsets, the independent matchmaker service for verified Environmental Attribute Certificates (EACs), has launched a digital marketplace to support global transactions of high-quality EACs in hard-to-abate sectors, starting with transportation. The marketplace brings together qualified demand and verified EAC supply from
(REN) Rede Eléctrica Nacional S.A., in its capacity as a Guarantees of Origin Issuing Entity (EEGO), carried out on March 20 the first issuance of Guarantees of Origin (GO) for biomethane produced in Portugal. This issuance marks a new milestone in
(Zemo Partnership) Zemo Partnership today announces the launch of RFAS Aviation, a new voluntary assurance scheme designed to provide independent verification of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) across the UK supply chain. The scheme responds to a critical industry need for a harmonised
by Jim Kendrick (Biofuels Digest) In China, the Maritime Bureau of the Ministry of Transport on March 31 released a draft guide covering the technical and inspection rules for methanol bunkering vessels on inland waterways, with public comments due by April
(123Carbon) Inconsistent data in Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) Environmental Attribute Certificates is hindering transparency and transferability within the SAF value chain, according to a new white paper led by 123Carbon, in collaboration with Smart Freight Centre and Normec Verifavia. 123Carbon, the leading
by Erin Krueger (Biomass Magazine) The California Air Resources Board in early March issued a request for proposals (RFP) seeking a vendor that can help the agency identify used cooking oil (UCO) that has been fraudulently mixed with virgin oils, such
(Finboot/EIN Presswire) Agreement aims to establish a digital structure to monitor the life cycle of the production of SAF and HVO made from macauba. The tool will ensure transparency throughout the value chain, from the origin of the biomass to the production
(American Journal of Transportation) Titan Clean Fuels has signed an off-take agreement with green energy supplier TURN2X to deliver e-Methane to the maritime industry from 2028 onwards. Titan operates seven bunker vessels and is able to deliver in around 52 ports
by John Snyder (Riviera) Operators’ use of biofuel has increased twelvefold since 2021 as international and EU regulations kick in, but caution is required regarding fuel quality and origin -- Over the last five years, shipowners have increasingly adopted biofuel as a
by Siddhesh Prabhu (CargoRex) For many shipowners, the conversation around decarbonization is no longer about long-term ambition alone. It is increasingly about what can be done now, within existing operational and commercial constraints, to improve emissions performance without waiting for new fuels,
(EcoCeres) EcoCeres has launched a sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) pilot program in China, codenamed “Project Spark”, together with The Second Research Institute of Civil Aviation Administration of China (CASRI), China National Aviation Fuel Group (CNAF), China Southern Airlines, Air China Cargo,
(DEKRA) Europe’s renewable hydrogen market has taken another step towards industrial scale-up. CertifHy has officially recognized DEKRA Certification as an independent Certification Body under the CertifHy EU RFNBO Voluntary Scheme, authorizing the company to carry out certification, pre-certification and re-certification audits
by Gianluca Lo Nostro and Kate Abnett (Reuters) The European Union's second-highest court on Wednesday (March 18, 2026) rejected an appeal seeking to force the European Commission to review its decision to label investments in bioenergy as sustainable, in a case
(Gevo/Globe Newswire) The combined technology and expertise of Verity and CIBO are expected to connect farm-level data to fuel production, enabling auditable carbon intensity calculations and streamlined compliance with emerging clean fuel programs. Verity Holdings, LLC (“Verity”), a wholly owned subsidiary of
(Neste) As a response to recent media coverage on suspected cases of fraud related to renewable raw materials business and its alleged connections to the biofuels industry, we wish to emphasize that Neste is currently not aware of any verified cases of
(CFP Energy) CFP Energy Group, the energy and environmental solutions provider, has completed a Sustainable Aviation Fuel certificate (SAFc) transaction for a global corporate seeking to address emissions from business travel and logistics. The trade demonstrates growing corporate demand for credible, scalable solutions that
(Climate Impact Partners) Future Energy Global (FEG), a pioneer in sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) market scaling, and Climate Impact Partners, a global leader in carbon market solutions, have joined forces to bring SAF Certificates (SAFc) to market – enabling companies to address Scope
by Carina Wessels, Alex Ehrenhaus, Juan Vivier (RSB - Roundtable on Systainable Biomaterials Association) This policy brief is the second in a series of three, developed for the RSB Sustainable Biomass Policy Platform (SBPP). The SBPP brings together RSB members from
by Alton Wallace (The Center Square/New Orleans City Business) KEY TAKEAWAYS: Strategic Biofuels received a draft Class VI well permit for carbon storage tied to its Louisiana Green Fuels project. The wood-fired biofuels plant in Caldwell Parish would capture and store carbon about a mile underground. The facility plans to convert 1.3 million
by Luke Geiver (Ethanol Producer Magazine) To help ethanol producers manage captured CO2, Frontier Carbon Solutions LLC is full steam ahead with a carbon-by-rail logistics operation that could serve producers from Illinois to California. Robby Rockey, CEO of Frontier Infrastructure Holdings
(International Sustainability and Carbon Certification) Scaling Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) is one of the central challenges facing the aviation sector. Meeting this challenge requires collaboration across the value chain, supported by credible frameworks that enable new ways of bringing SAF to
(WinGD) Swiss marine power company WinGD has achieved a major milestone on the path to zero-carbon shipping with the completion of both Type Approval Testing (TAT) and Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) of their ammonia-fuelled two-stroke marine engine. Both test programmes were
(123Carbon) The Civil Aviation Decarbonization Organization (CADO), 123Carbon, and Assure SAF Registry have agreed to collaborate to implement interoperability between their respective Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) registries. The focus of the collaboration is to exchange verified SAF attribute integrity information among
(Ukraine Agency for Energy Efficiency and Efficiency) Hanna Zamazeyeva: "In fact, thanks to this step, we are forming a full-fledged infrastructure of the biomethane market, without which its scaling, attracting investments and international trade were impossible. From now on, a transparent and
(Rocky Mountain Institute) Registry designed to support sustainable aviation fuel buildout celebrates milestone as emissions reductions connected to environmental attribute certificates top equivalent of 255,000 JFK-Heathrow round trips. -- The SAFc Registry, an independent, not-for-profit registry designed to bring transparency and consistency
(Trellis) An ongoing timeline of news about methodologies and frameworks from the Greenhouse Gas Protocol, the International Organization for Standardization, the Science Based Targets initiative and other key bodies. ... Developments over the past few weeks include a call for input about the next
(Bahía de Bizkaia Gas (Google translation)) BBG launches bioLNG loading service after passing ISCC certification -- The Bahía de Bizkaia Gas (BBG) liquefied natural gas storage and regasification plant has obtained the necessary certification to manage bioLNG, that is, biomethane of renewable
(International Chamber of Commerce) ICC and Carbon Measures today (January 19, 2026) announced the first cohort of experts selected to serve on the Technical Expert Panel on Carbon Accounting, which will define the principles, scope and real-world applications of a carbon
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) The International Maritime Organization (IMO) has introduced its groundbreaking Net-Zero Framework, making shipping the first global industry with binding emissions reductions. Key news includes the 2027 enforcement of a mandatory greenhouse gas pricing mechanism and a
by Margy Eckelkamp (AgWeb) The proposed rule sets up farmers to participate in the opportunity created by these biofuel producer tax credits, but questions remain. -- On Feb. 3, the Treasury Department confirmed farmers will have a seat at the table to
(Union for the Promotion of Oil and Protein Plants (UFOP)) The UFOP welcomes the measures for strengthening fraud prevention included in the draft law on the further development of the greenhouse gas reduction quota. These include, in particular, the elimination of
by Vivek Waghmode (BioEnergy Times) Bahia is gaining a stronger position in the biofuels sector as it continues to increase biodiesel production, expand exports to Europe, and reinforce its role in the shift toward renewable energy. This progress is being driven by
(Arva) Turnkey CI scoring, verified low-carbon feedstock sourcing, and field-to-facility traceability built for 45Z compliance. -- Arva today announced the expansion of its biofuels offering to support biofuel producers as they operationalize the 45Z Clean Fuel Production Credit. As fuel value becomes
(Embrapa (Google Translation)) Articles detail the emissions accounting methodology for RenovaBio and describe the state production profiles of sugarcane, soybeans, and corn, with their respective emissions. The RenovaCalc tool supports the certification of biofuel plants and provides the basis for calculating
(ITOCHU) ITOCHU Corporation and Mitsui O.S.K. Lines Execute Japan’s First Environmental Attribute Certificate Trade -- ITOCHU Corporation (headquartered in Minato-ku, Tokyo; Keita Ishii, President & COO; hereinafter “ITOCHU”) announced today (January 9, 2026) that it has signed a memorandum of strategic partnership
(Mahoney Environmental/PR Newswire) Used cooking oil recycler becomes certified for both EU and international aviation sustainability programs, strengthening the supply chain for clean fuels. Mahoney Environmental Solutions, LLC achieved International Sustainability and Carbon Certification (ISCC) for both EU and CORSIA (Carbon Offsetting Reduction
(Bioenergy International) The Sustainable Biomass Program (SBP) has announced the publication of its Strategy for 2026-2030, setting out a clear and ambitious roadmap for the next five years. Building on more than a decade of progress, the SBP Strategy 2026-2030 outlines how SBP will
(Gevo) The Gevo North Dakota site is believed to be the largest producer of engineered carbon removal credits and the only ethanol carbon capture and storage project issuing Puro.earth-certified certificates with thousand-year permanence Gevo, Inc. (NASDAQ: GEVO), a leader in renewable fuels
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) Aemetis outlines a five-year plan projecting Adjusted EBITDA growth from $31.2 million in 2024 to $644.6 million in 2028. The strategy hinges on expanding dairy RNG digesters from 8 in 2023 to 75 by 2028 and
by Jim Kendrick (Biofuels Digest) In China, the Ministry of Commerce has issued a sweeping directive to accelerate green trade, detailing a national framework to align foreign trade with China’s carbon peaking and neutrality goals. Approved by the State Council,
(Alkagesta) Alkagesta, a global commodity trading house specializing in petroleum and steel products, fertilizers and biofuels, announced in January that it has been awarded certification under the International Sustainability and Carbon Certification System GmbH’s Carbon Offsetting and Reduction Scheme for International
Richard Heiden (R.W. Heiden Associates/Biobased Diesel Daily) ... Overall, however, the predictability of virgin seed-oil feedstock compositions is usually quite high, and pretreatment processes that reduce possible impurities are well defined and highly efficient. In contrast, incoming lots of feedstock oils
(AGQM/Biobased Diesel Daily) Germany’s biodiesel quality management association (AGQM) announced Jan. 15 that it is launching the 2026 no-harm testing round to test oxidation stabilizers and cold-flow improvers for biodiesel. Additive manufacturers are invited to register their products for participation by Feb.
by Jim Giles (Trellis) Environmental attribute certificates aggregate demand for low-carbon products to boost the spread of emerging technologies. EACs were used in 2025 to funnel investment to low-carbon cement, iron, road transport and other sectors. The instrument works by separating the environmental
(Scan Global Logistics) When Scan Global Logistics' (SGL) Ocean Freight team in Sweden announced their goal to power all first- and final-mile container deliveries with biofuel, it was a bold commitment. Two years later, that promise has been fulfilled and verified:
by Dani Charles (Veriflux/Biobased Diesel Daily) The regulatory fog has thinned enough to invest in—and reap the benefits of— systems intentionally built for adaptability and traceability. -- This is my third year contributing to the Winter Edition of Biobased Diesel®. Each year,
(Bunge/Biobased Diesel Daily) Bunge Brasil announced in December that it has become the first company to certify soybeans for use in the production of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) under the international ISCC CORSIA Plus protocol, recognized by the International Civil Aviation
(BC Bioenergy Network) Micro-certificate programs provide life cycle assessment and clean fuel policies training to professionals across North America. Canada’s growing bioeconomy is charting a course towards a low-carbon future, but a crucial skills gap has emerged as a significant challenge. As
by Rick Gilmore (GIC Group/Biofuels Digest) Biofuel production, end-use in the US, and exports all have registered steady gains from 2016-2025. The track record of growth and production efficiencies has been impressive, but challenges lie ahead and verifiable carbon benefits can
(ASTM International/AZO Materials) ASTM International has developed a standard (E3503) that will address a specific need in the ethanol industry: measuring corn kernel fiber conversion for various applications, including regulatory pathways. The standard was developed by the biomass conversion subcommittee (E48.05), part of
(Topsoe) SAF Special #1 of 3: SAF in 2025: Are we still sitting on the runway? Season 7 In the first of our three-part SAF Specials, The Fuel for Thought Podcast Season 7 opens with Patrick Edmond, Chief Marketing Officer at Future Energy
BY Danielle Anderson (Christianson CPAs and Consultants /Biodiesel Magazine) As of July 2025, California’s Low Carbon Fuel Standard requires renewable fuel producers using specified source feedstocks to secure attestation letters reaching back to the point of origin. This marks a significant
(Azzera) Aviation sustainability provider Azzera Inc. announces that JETEX, a global leader in private aviation, is the latest strategic investor in the digital carbon-management platform. The new investment positions the technology platform to continue evolving functionality, grow its international footprint, and deliver
(Amber Grid) On December 19, the Association of Issuing Bodies (AIB) officially confirmed the connection of the gas transmission system operator Amber Grid to the AIB Hub, which enables the exchange of guarantees of origin for gases produced from renewable energy sources between member
(DHL Group) Building on their milestone partnership, established in 2022, this agreement introduces a clear focus on emission reduction claims, emphasizing the development of market-ready book-and-claim models to advance sustainable air freight solutions across the sector. New agreement strengthens long-term collaboration to
(Renewable Carbon News) The White Paper is based on a systematic review of 563 publications, of which 21 quantitative studies met the criteria for detailed assessment -- Sustainability requirements have become a decisive factor in shaping global trade, influencing competitiveness, transparency and
(Gevo) Gevo North Dakota Awarded “A” Rating from BeZero Carbon, Affirming its High-Quality Carbon Removal Credits -- Gevo, Inc. (NASDAQ: GEVO) is pleased to announce that BeZero Carbon Ltd., a preeminent global carbon rating agency, has upgraded its rating for the Gevo
by Tony Harrington (Green Air) A new assessment of sustainable aviation fuel across the Asia-Pacific region highlights low expectations of usage by 2030 without urgent policy support, saying multiple countries have proposed and discussed SAF targets but few have firm targets
(Greenhouse Gas Protocol) Public consultation is a critical component of GHG Protocol’s Standard Development and Revision Procedure, providing an opportunity for all stakeholders to contribute feedback on key topics related to GHG Protocol standards and guidance. Two public consultations are actively underway: One focuses
by Fan Ying, Zhang Shuo (China Energy Engineering Corporation Brand Department (Google Translation)) On December 16, the commissioning ceremony for Phase I and the launch ceremony for Phase II of the "Qingqing Hydrogen-1" Songyuan Hydrogen Energy Industrial Park (Green Hydrogen-Ammonia-Methanol Integrated
(EcoCeres) EcoCeres has attained certification under the RSB ICAO CORSIA scheme for Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF), a globally recognised standard aligned with the International Civil Aviation Organization’s Carbon Offsetting and Reduction Scheme for International Aviation (CORSIA). EcoCeres Inc., a leading pure-play renewable
by Jim Giles (Trellis) The impact of the bloc’s Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism extends well beyond the hard-to-abate sectors covered by the legislation. -- Key Takeaways: Imports into the European Union from six hard-to-abate sectors will be subject to a carbon fee from
by David Priestman (Logistics Business) Grangemouth-based Scottish green chemical producer Celtic Renewables has partnered with LogChain, a digital supply chain and logistics software developer, to make international shipping more sustainable with the first digitalised shipment of green chemicals. Celtic used LogChain’s private
(GCC Business News) MENA Biofuels has signed a strategic agreement with Saybolt International, a global leader in testing, inspection and certification, to establish the UAE’s first independent Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) testing and certification laboratory in Fujairah. The new partnership, following the
(SIA) The 8th edition of the European Biomethane Benchmark reveals sustained growth in the biomethane sector, in a context of expanding renewable energies and an evolving regulatory framework. The biomethane sector in Europe continues its strong growth momentum, with more than 1,500
(Roundtable for Sustainable Biomaterials) Developed in partnership with World Energy and shaped by a broad, global consultation, this new framework recognises long-term environmental attribute certificate (EAC) offtake agreements and provides a credible demand signal to support financing for SAF production Geneva, Switzerland 4December 2025 – The Roundtable
(Argus Media) New transparency to help participants optimise compliance obligations -- Global energy and commodity price reporting agency Argus has launched the world's first assessed price for UK sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) certificates, expanding its coverage of the northwest European SAF market. The new
(EurActiv) Europe’s energy giants are seeking to harness the potential of agricultural residues to increase the use of biofuel -- As Europe races to decarbonise transport, biofuels are taking on renewed strategic importance. The European Commission has just published a bioeconomy strategy which recommends
(DNV) The FuelEU Maritime regulation differs from the EU Emissions Trading System in terms of reporting responsibilities and financial liabilities. DNV’s Emissions Connect can function as a trusted single source of truth for all stakeholders that supports fair cost allocation. The reporting
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) Gevo’s compelling focus is on Alcohol-to-Jet (ATJ) SAF, asserting it has the most competitive cash cost of production compared to HEFA. Their ambitious claim is validated by the Gevo North Dakota site, featuring a wholly-owned, operational proprietary
(Spring GDS) Spring GDS is launching its’ Book & Claim solution to reduce emissions from air transport in November 2025. Following the success of our HVO100 biofuel initiative that reduces road transport emissions by up to 90 %, we’re expanding our sustainability focus
(123Carbon) Skymetrix, a global provider of aviation fuel and cost management software, and 123Carbon, an independent platform for carbon insetting within multi-modal transportation, have announced a partnership to simplify and enhance the management of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) for airlines. This
(DNV) Through its expanding partner ecosystem, Veracity by DNV is transforming how maritime manages and shares emissions data – turning verified information into a foundation for compliance, transparency, and commercial value . We spoke with Mikkel Skou, Executive Director of Veracity,
(Gasum) The goal is to enhance transparency in the compliance market. -- Nordic energy company Gasum, a leading FuelEU Maritime pooling service provider in Europe, starts publishing a daily price for FuelEU Maritime compliance units on its website. The quoted price is
(Hycamite) Hycamite TCD Technologies Ltd.’s (“Hycamite”) application of its technology to decarbonize the maritime industry has received an important new certification from classification society DNV. DNV awarded Hycamite an Approval in Principle (AiP) for its concept design of a pre-combustion, solid-form carbon capture system that
(Future Energy Global) Ten pioneering companies have joined forces with Future Energy Global (FEG) to launch a first-of-a-kind multi-airline pilot program to acquire 20,000 tonnes (about 7 million gallons) of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) using the Book and Claim system. The aviation
(American Biogas Council) Ahead of COP30, 30 leading industrial and utilities companies around the world have joined coordinators of the Let Green Gas Count campaign (including ADBA, the American Biogas Council, EBA, eNG Coalition, Eurogas, Molecule Group, RNG Coalition, World Biogas Association) in call to the Green House
by Sarah Dunsby (LondonLovesBusiness) As global markets shift from fossil fuels to renewables, London’s financial elite are scouting an unlikely new asset: waste. Specifically, waste-based biofeedstocks such as used cooking oil (UCO), animal fats, and organic residues are the core ingredients
(XCF Global/Access Newswire) Expands XCF's reach to the ~$17 billion U.S. private aviation market; Develops new growth channel through Impact Jets' network of ~130 operators; Accelerates adoption by bringing verifiable, traceable SAF to private jet operators and travelers XCF Global, Inc. ("XCF") (Nasdaq:SAFX), a key player in decarbonizing the aviation industry
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) ... In Alabama, HudsonAlpha Institute for Biotechnology is tuning the genetic engines of its state economy. With Governor Kay Ivey’s $2 million grant, its scientists pair growers and researchers to test innovations directly on the land, sequence
(Roundtable on Sustainable Biomaterials) The Roundtable on Sustainable Biomaterials (RSB) is pleased to announce that its RSB EU RED certification scheme has been formally recognised under the UK’s Renewable Transport Fuel Obligation (RTFO). Operators can now use their RSB EU RED certification to demonstrate compliance
(Roundtable on Sustainable Biomaterials) Thirty stakeholders position India as trusted supplier for global sustainable aviation fuel markets through a pioneering, Boeing-supported programme. As CORSIA’s mandatory compliance approaches in 2027, India’s bio-energy sector faces both enormous opportunity and pressing urgency. With vast sugarcane
(Roundtable on Sustainable Biomaterials) RSB’s Sustainability Framework Drives Measurable Impact in Landmark European Aviation Project -- ALIGHT final conference at Copenhagen Airport celebrates five years of collaboration delivering practical tools and emissions reductions On 1st October, partners and stakeholders gathered at Copenhagen Airport
(Roundtable on Sustainable Biomaterials) In a decisive step toward advancing the transition to a biobased economy, based on a more credible, interconnected, and efficient certification landscape, the Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) and The Roundtable on Sustainable Biomaterials (RSB) are joining forces in a new collaboration, supported
(HIF Global) The HIF Haru Oni e-Fuels facility in Chile is the first facility outside the EU to receive certification for Renewable Fuels of Non-Biological Origin and the first facility worldwide to achieve this certification for the production of e-Gasoline. HIF Global,
(Argus Media) New assessments bring additional transparency to subsidised, grid-injected biomethane market in France -- Global energy and commodity price reporting agency Argus is launching the world’s first price assessments for French renewable gas guarantees of origin (RGGOs). The new prices,
(Cultura Technologies/Globe Newswire) Cultura Technologies (“Cultura”) today (October 29, 2025) announced that its newly formed brand, CreditCrop, has joined the Clean Fuel Credit Consortium (CFCC), a multi-company collaboration with Verdova, Vericap, and JAG Group, Inc. The consortium aims to support clean-fuel credit generation and regulatory compliance across
(ResourceWise) As discussions continue about a possible delay to the European Deforestation Regulation (EUDR), many US producers may think a few extra months might sound like welcome breathing room—but the reality is more complex. While policymakers debate enforcement timing, one thing is
(Bioenergy International) Finland-headed energy company Gasum Oy, and shipping company Wallenius Sol have signed a co-operation agreement whereby Wallenius Sol’s dual fuel vessels join Gasum’s FuelEU Maritime pool as compliance generators. The vessels will generate a compliance surplus for the benefit
(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
(Hecksher) As part of its growing sustainability efforts, Hecksher is implementing a new way for companies to address the climate impact of air freight: Sustainable Aviation Fuel certificates (SAFc). SAFc is an established market-based mechanism decoupling the environmental attribute of Sustainable
(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
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
(Baxter Freight/American Journal of Transportation) Carboninsets, an independent matchmaker service for verified Environmental Attribute Certificates (EACs), has today announced its partnership with Baxter Freight to supply high-quality EACs across the main transport modalities: rail, marine, road, and air, for one of
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
by Jim Giles (Trellis) The market for such credits got another boost this week with a major purchase by the government of Singapore. -- Key Takeaways: Danish startup Agreena released 2.3 million credits generated by farmers in 10 European nations. The farmers deployed regenerative
by Heather Clancy (Trellis) Key Takeaways: -ISO and GHG Protocol say their collaboration won’t apply to existing standards. -The work is expected to take at least 18 months. -One big goal: closer alignment on how to discuss progress toward net zero. The
by Ajsa Habibic (Offshore Energy) Lambert Maru, a Capesize bulk carrier owned by Japanese shipping major Mitsui O.S.K. Lines (MOL), has set sail on a biofuel-powered voyage for Anglo American, a global mining company. The 292-meter-long bulk carrier started its voyage
by Jim Giles (Trellis) A new framework from the non-profit is designed to bring order to carbon market data and speed due diligence. The institute has developed a framework designed to unify data used in carbon markets The framework is based on more
by Erin Krueger (Ethanol Producer Magazine) Sen. Chuck Grassley on Sept. 10 called the U.S. Treasury Department’s planned May 2026 release of proposed 45Z clean fuel production credit regulations “unacceptable” and stressed the importance of timely 45Z guidance to two Treasury
(American Biogas Council) Recommendations call for recognizing full carbon-reduction value of biogas -- The American Biogas Council (ABC), with the Let Green Gas Count Coalition, announced today recommendations that allow corporate greenhouse gas reporting in the Greenhouse Gas Protocol (GHG-P) to recognize the full
(Roundtable on Sustainable Biomaterials) At a time when ambitious promises must be matched by credible action, the Roundtable on Sustainable Biomaterials (RSB) is proud to release its 2024 Impact Report, showcasing how we are scaling practical, credible, and collaborative solutions to accelerate
by Rahul Koul (Indian Chemical News) India’s hydrogen and biofuels sector has made promising strides with strong policy backing and early investments, but high costs, infrastructure gaps, and regulatory hurdles remain key challenges -- India’s hydrogen and biofuels sectors are rapidly emerging
(SHEIN) The MoU includes a program to scale up the use of sustainable aviation fuel on Lufthansa Cargo flights for SHEIN deliveries; The MOU calls for concrete actions to be concluded within the next six months The global online fashion and lifestyle retailer,
(Globle Centre for Maritime Decarbonization) - Three tracer technologies were deployed in six supply chain trials under real-world commercial conditions, without disrupting operational practices or compromising fuel quality. - Among the tracer candidates trialled, the organic tracer emerged as the most
(Global Maritime Forum) • New report on the status of zero-emission shipping fuels finds that methanol is now ready for low-carbon operation and ammonia is now ready for piloting. Significant progress has been made since the report’s first edition in 2020, with
(Air India) As part of its strategy to achieve the IATA Net Zero by 2050 target, Air India is actively pursuing initiatives in operational efficiency, low-carbon emissions, and now, SAF; Collaboration builds upon IndianOil’s recent milestone of becoming the first Indian company
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) The Biofuture Platform, a multi-stakeholder initiative, pioneers international coordination for a sustainable bioeconomy. Its innovative focus is evidence-based analysis, including a Global Biomass Resource Assessment and common criteria for sustainable fuels. Newsworthy outcomes include G20 consensus
(VisaVerge) Aviation fuel demand rises 6% in 2025 to 107 billion gallons as travel recovers; EU and UK mandates enforce 2% SAF blending from January 1, 2025. Global SAF output doubled in 2024 but stays limited, creating cost pressures, prompting refineries
(STX Group) STX Group, a leading environmental commodities trader and climate solutions firm, today announces the completion of the first successful delivery of Sustainable Aviation Fuel certificates (SAFc). The first delivery is part of a series of SAFc trades by the
(Pertamina/Biobased Diesel Daily) After undergoing a series of quality-standard tests at the laboratories of PT Kilang Pertamina Internasional Cilacap Unit and Lemigas in Indonesia, KPI officially carried out the first lifting/shipment of Pertamina sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) products made from a mixture
by Cindy Zimmerman (Energy.AgWired.com) The National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) recently released the Assessment of BQ-9000 Biodiesel Properties for 2024, the eighth in a series of annual reports documenting the quality of biodiesel from U.S. and Canadian producers participating in the industry’s voluntary BQ-9000®
(AgGateway/AgWired.com) This revision of the organization’s long-standing document includes consideration of emerging and evolving trends in agriculture data. -- The rapid advancement of data-driven technologies in agriculture offers immense potential to enhance productivity, sustainability, and economic resilience. However, this increasing reliance on
(International Sustainability and Carbon Certification) We have established a new technical working group called “Chemical Analytics of Feedstocks” with the goal of strengthening the integrity of certified supply chains through scientifically sound analytical tools. Objective of the Working Group The group’s main goal is to characterise high-risk feedstocks, starting with Used
(Union for the Promotion of Oil and Protein Crops e. V. (UFOP)/Biobased Diesel Daily) According to data from the EU Commission, EU-27 rapeseed imports from non-EU countries during the 2024-’25 season clearly exceeded the previous year’s volume of 5.7 million metric tons,
Join David LaGreca and Dave Lindenmuth on an informational series discussing how guidance from the Greenhouse Gas Protocol, state and local jurisdictions, and evolving consumer expectations are shaping the nature of transparency in accounting for emissions. In this episode they welcome
(EcoCeres/Biobased Diesel Daily) EcoCeres Inc., a leading pure-play renewable fuel producer, announced July 15 the release of its position paper emphasizing the need for fair, effective and fraud-resistant certification protocols for sustainable biofuels within the European Union. As Europe accelerates its transition
by Christopher Surgenor (GreenAir) The airline industry is potentially facing a carbon credit supply crunch in respect of obligations under the First Phase of ICAO’s Carbon Offsetting and Reduction Scheme for International Aviation (CORSIA) that could derail the sector’s flagship carbon
(BC Bioenergy Network/Canadian Biomass) Canada’s growing bioeconomy is charting a course towards a low-carbon future, but a crucial skills gap has emerged as a significant challenge. As the country’s Clean Fuel Regulations (CFR) mandate liquid fossil fuel suppliers to reduce the
(Gevo) High-integrity carbon removal credits will be used to support buyer’s decarbonization and to mitigate corporate travel emissions -- Gevo, Inc. (NASDAQ: GEVO) is pleased to announce that it is selling carbon abatement into the market for the first time. To
by Gursimran Kaur and Surbhi Misra (Reuters) Shell (SHEL.L) and other leading energy groups have abandoned a six-year-long attempt to define a net zero emissions strategy after being told that such a standard would require them to stop developing new oil and gas
by Jefferson dos Santos Estevo* (Advanced Biofuels USA) The growing importance of low-emission hydrogen in the global energy transition has driven a series of regulatory and diplomatic initiatives aimed at standardizing the greenhouse gas (GHG) emission criteria associated with its production. Among
by Aaron McMillan (Procurement Magazine) Thanks to a new matchmaker platform, IATA is helping to connect airlines seeking sustainable aviation fuel with SAF producers offering supply The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has established the Sustainable Aviation Fuel Matchmaker platform to help
(Roundtable on Sustainable Biomaterials) The Roundtable on Sustainable Biomaterials (RSB) is pleased to announce the launch of its newly upgraded greenhouse gas (GHG) calculation tools — the Biofuel and Biomass RSB GHG Tool and the RCF and RFNBO RSB GHG Tool— marking a major
by Margy Eckelkamp (AgWeb) The tax credit unlocks new value in your grain. But the ticket to entry is getting on-farm data ready to share -- After almost three years of talking about what could be spelled out by 45Z, Mitchell Hora
(EcoEngineers) In a recent episode of Ethanol Producer Magazine’s podcast series, McCord Pankonen. Managing Director for North America Biofuels at EcoEngineers, joined host Anna Simet at the 2025 Fuel Ethanol Workshop (FEW) in Omaha, Nebraska, to discuss the evolving landscape of carbon intensity
by Kristine Klavers (EcoEngineers/Biobased Diesel Daily) Rigorous LCA and QAP participation is crucial for ensuring SAF market access, maximizing regulatory incentives and establishing confidence in a competitive global environment. -- Sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) has emerged as the cornerstone of aviation’s decarbonization strategy.
by Urszula Szalkowska (EcoEngineers/Carbon Herald) Biogenic carbon dioxide (CO2)—the emissions released when biomass or organic waste is converted into energy—has long been overlooked as a tool in climate action. Historically deemed ‘neutral’ in carbon accounting because it originates from plant matter that
( International Sustainability & Carbon Certification/Ethanol Producer Magazine) We are thrilled to announce another significant milestone achievement for ISCC! Environment and Climate Change Canada, one of the Government of Canada’s departments responsible for coordinating environmental policies and programs, has approved ISCC as a certification scheme
(3Degrees/Business Wire) o The International Sustainability and Carbon Certification (ISCC) system is a leading certification for compliance with the European Union’s sustainability standards. o The ISCC EU certification reinforces 3Degrees’ longstanding expertise and commitment to decarbonisation and traceability in the
(PowerCell) PowerCell, the world’s leading supplier of fuel cells for the marine market, proudly announces that its Marine System 225 has received Type Approval from Lloyd’s Register. This certification marks an important milestone in the transition to clean energy at
by Rubén Esteller (El Economista) ... The utility has obtained its first certifications for renewable fuels of non-biological origin (RFNBO). According to Enagas, the first Guarantees of Origin for hydrogen in Spain have already been issued to the company. Specifically, 1,369 MWh of hydrogen
(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
by Nandika Chand (SeaNews) FincoEnergies has announced the adoption of Digital Delivery through electronic Bunker Delivery Note (eBDN) technology across its marine biofuel operations in the Amsterdam-Rotterdam-Antwerp region. This reflects its commitment to transparency, innovation, and sustainability. The strategic implementation is powered
(Lloyd's Register) The biofuel blending approval offers scalable solution for lower-carbon fuel supply. -- In what is believed to be an industry first, UK-based bunker operator John H. Whitaker (Tankers) Limited has secured chemical certification from Lloyd’s Register (LR) on behalf of the Isle
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(Clean Fuels Alliance America) Clean Fuels Alliance America is proud to announce the launch of the newly redesigned BQ-9000® website, delivering a streamlined and user-friendly experience that better showcases the value of biodiesel quality assurance and the benefits of certification through the
(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
(Praj) Partnership aims to determine carbon intensity of sugarcane-based jet fuel and develop India-specific certification aligned with ISCC and RSB CORSIA standards. India is taking decisive steps toward decarbonizing its aviation sector, with a SAF blending mandate targeting 1% by 2027 and
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) The CEM (Clean Energy Ministerial) Biofuture Council aims to leverage international dialogue (G20, G7, COP30) to strengthen sustainable fuels and chemicals in energy security and climate mitigation. Their goals include normalizing policy discussion, driving action, and
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