by Richard Milne (Financial Times) Chief Vincent Clerc hails importance of diversifying supplies of clean energy fuels to make green transition more attractive -- The world’s second-largest container shipping line is looking at boosting the use of ethanol as a green fuel
(California Senate Republicans) ... Transportation -- Tax Credits for Sustainable Aviation Fuel. The January budget proposes to provide tax credits against diesel tax liability to incentivize the development and production of sustainable aviation fuels. While proposal details are forthcoming, the Newsom administration provided
(Fuel Cells Works) A UK-backed consortium is moving green methanol for shipping from theory toward pilot-scale reality, using waste streams as feedstock. PuriFire Energy has joined a UK government-supported consortium to pilot green methanol production for the maritime sector, positioning the
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) Anellotech’s Plas-TCat technology converts “unrecyclable” mixed plastic waste into circular light olefins and BTX aromatics. Commercial manufacturing at the TCat-8 facility began in August 2025, targeting 4,000 L/month of high-octane aromatics while achieving a 65% greenhouse
by Alex Guillén (Politico Pro) ... As proposed in July, EPA argued that the Clean Air Act does not give it the authority to address climate change because of the global nature of greenhouse gas emissions. By revoking the 2009 endangerment finding
by Erin Krueger (Ethanol Producer Magazine) The U.S. House of Representatives on Jan. 8 voted 397 to 28 in favor of an appropriations package that includes language on biomass energy and sustainability. Reports accompanying the legislation include guidance on small refinery
(Hydrogen Central/Haffner Energy) Advanced biofuels pioneer Haffner Energy and Power-to-Energy player IGNIS P2X kicked offtheir bio/e-SAF collaborative project AeroVerde, the companies announced. Their immediate task consists in identifying the project’s first site’s precise location in Spain. Gustav Granberg, Director of P2X Business Development & Strategy, said:AeroVerde emerged from our recognition of Haffner Energy’s innovative approach to creating value from residual biomass, “At IGNIS P2X, we
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) The reason everyone gathered at Paine Field last week was clear: to launch the Cascadia Sustainable Aviation Accelerator. More than 175 people filled Boeing’s Future of Flight building in Everett—senior state and county leaders, airline and
(Cl;ean Fuels Alliance America) Today, Clean Fuels Alliance America sent a letter to EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin, asking the agency to maintain the 2025 Renewable Fuel Standard compliance deadline on March 31, 2026, to mitigate the impacts of rulemaking delays. Under
by Mike Lee (Politico Pro Climatewire) The criticism comes as the administration moves toward finalizing CAFE standards that would make vehicles less efficient in 2031 than they are today. -- Environmentalists took aim at one of the Trump administration’s central arguments for
(Global Center for Marine Decarbonisation) Study finds that GHG emissions savings potential rises substantially when logistics and operational inefficiencies in Project CAPTURED are addressed; CO2 utilisation can outperform permanent storage in GHG emissions savings when avoided emissions from displaced carbon are taken into
by Claudia Jackson (Argus Media) European farmers are expecting higher input costs for crops planted later this year as the EU's carbon border adjustment mechanism (CBAM) begins for imported fertilizers arriving from January 2026. Fertilizers could start to take a larger share
(South Dakota Governor's Office of Economic Development) The South Dakota Governor’s Office of Economic Development (GOED) has opened the application period for the E15 Fuel Tax Refund Program. Applications will be accepted Jan. 1–30, 2026. The program provides a refund of up
by Shayna Greene (Bloomberg Law) Calumet Shreveport Refining LLC dropped its lawsuit challenging the Environmental Protection Agency’s denial of its request seeking small refinery exemptions to renewable fuel standards. The Fifth Circuit on Monday granted the refiner’s request to dismiss its case
by Erin Krueger (Ethanol Producer Magazine) The USDA on Dec. 30 announced new research and development priorities for 2026. One of the five new priorities focuses on market expansion and creating new uses for U.S. agricultural products, including for use
by Marc Heller (E&E Daily) A spending deal would press the agency to make the renewable fuel standard more responsive to small refiners' production costs. -- Lawmakers are giving EPA a fresh nudge to let more small petroleum refineries sidestep biofuel blending
(Renewable Fuels Association) In a letter sent today to congressional leadership, a coalition of more than 70 biofuel and agricultural organizations called for the immediate passage of legislation to allow year-round nationwide sales of the American-made E15 fuel blend, containing 15 percent ethanol.
(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 Mikala Grubb, Sandra Winter-Madsen, Milica Folić and Sylvain Verdier (Topsoe/Biofuels Digest) The renewable fuels industry has reached a critical juncture. After years of incremental progress, false starts and regulatory uncertainty, the sector is entering a phase that experts describe with
(CDRterra) • LMU-coordinated research program CDRterra calls for swift action and clear political frameworks for removing CO₂ from the atmosphere. Various land-based CO₂ removal methods can help offset German residual emissions by 2045 – provided that legal and structural barriers are removed and emissions
by Luma Poletti (eixos) Fuel co-processed with 5% vegetable oil has been marketed by the company since November. -- The board of directors of the National Agency of Petroleum, Natural Gas and Biofuels (ANP) authorized Petrobras to sell marine diesel oil with renewable
(Petrobras (Google translation)) The contract also outlines business opportunities with low-carbon solutions. -- Petrobras and Vale have signed a contract for the supply of diesel to the mining company's operations in Minas Gerais . The agreement involves the supply of S10 diesel , produced by Petrobras, with the addition of the
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) ... Today, aviation accounts for 3% of global carbon emissions, and since hydrogen and electric aircraft remain decades from wide-scale deployment, SAF is the only drop-in solution available to decarbonize flight over the next 40 to
(Renewable Fuels Association) Ethanol accounted for 11.06 percent of the nation’s gasoline in October, marking the first time in history that the monthly ethanol “blend rate” has topped 11 percent, according to newly released data from the U.S. Energy Information Administration. The
by Dina Bacovsky, Andrea Sonnleitner, Jean Felipe Leal Silva, Glaucia Mendes Souza (SCI Journals: Biofuels, Bioproducts and Biorefining) Despite early momentum, large-scale production of cellulosic ethanol has yet to achieve its expected breakthrough. The sector has faced setbacks, including project cancellations,
(International Energy Agency) In an increasingly complex energy security context spanning a wide range of fuels and technologies, the World Energy Outlook 2025 identifies key choices, opportunities and trade-offs for governments Countries around the world are contending with pressing energy security threats
(Clean Fuels Alliance America) The clean fuels industry strengthened its foundation in 2025 behind record policy targets, new engine capabilities and proven performance, setting expectations for continued growth in 2026. “Government agencies, fleets, manufacturers and consumers in 2025 recognized that biodiesel and
by Benjamin Long (University of Wollongong) National research effort to build Australia’s sovereign clean energy future -- The University of Wollongong (UOW) will lead a new Australian Research Council (ARC) Centre of Excellence for Renewable Fuels, a landmark national collaboration that will
(The Edge Malaysia) Sabah is tapping microalgae to support the state’s green energy goals under the Sabah Energy Roadmap and Master Plan 2040, which aims to achieve over 50% renewable energy capacity by 2035 and 80% by 2050. In July, the
by Kate Helmore (Globe and Mail) The first part of Ottawa’s strategy to boost biofuels and shore up domestic demand for canola came into force on Jan 1. The $370-million Biofuel Production Incentive will be given to biofuel producers over the
by Alex Nieves (Politico Pro) The class-action lawsuit argues that five gasoline producers preemptively raised prices before changes to the low-carbon fuel standard kicked in. -- California consumer attorneys have filed a class-action lawsuit against five major oil companies, claiming that they
(RBN Energy) Now that the calendar has turned to 2026, most gas stations in Iowa are required to advertise and sell E15 gasoline. The requirement was included the state’s E15 Access Standard, which was adopted by the state legislature in 2022. Gas
by By Matthew Cope and Cole Martin (Argus Media) US renewable fuel credits have traded in a narrow range for months but are likely to break out soon, when President Donald Trump's administration provides more clarity on incentives in the new year. Under
by Joe Jobe (Sustainable Advanced Biofuel Refiners Coalition (SABR)/Biodiesel Magazine) ... SABR incorporated as a 501(c)(6) biodiesel trade association in September 2023 with about 20 organizational members, and now we have more than 70, including some of the most seasoned veterans
by Luis Hoffman (Sulzer/Biodiesel Magazine) ... First-generation biodiesel (fatty acid methyl ester or FAME) producers who have the feedstock, capability and resources to switch to SAF production may hold the fate of air travel in their hands. A Growing Market for SAF Although
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
(Goverment of Angola) The Ministry of Mineral Resources, Petroleum and Gas (MIREMPET) launched a public consultation on Monday, December 15th, on the proposed Biofuels Law, a strategic document aimed at laying the foundations for a more diversified, sustainable, and socially just
(ChiniMandi) Pakistan’s Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar on Thursday (January 1, 2026) chaired a high-level meeting to review a proposal for blending ethanol with locally produced petrol by domestic refineries. The Chairman, Oil and Gas Regulatory Authority
by Gwyn Topham (The Guardian) Provisional figures in government mandate’s first year show 20% shortfall in levels of SAF supplied for UK flights -- Production data published by the Department for Transport (DfT) covering most of 2025 shows that sustainable fuels (SAF) only accounted for
(Norwegian Maritime Authority) It has now been decided that the FuelEU Regulation will not enter into force in Norway from 1 January 2026. -- As previously communicated, efforts were made to allow for the Regulation to apply in Norway from 1 January 2026. FuelEU
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) LEC Partners in this presentation navigates the “America First” energy transition, focusing on the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) and Executive Order 14154. They specialize in de-risking investments, recently identifying $2.8M in necessary upgrades during
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) ... The gallons of green liquid? Not the star anymore. The real value lies in the attributes — the verified, tradeable, financeable proof of carbon benefit. Like: • Energy Attribute Certificates (RECs, Guarantees of Origin) • Zero-Emission Credits
by Katie Schroeder (Biodiesel Magazine) In the pursuit of supporting biofuels, both sides of the U.S.-Canada border have implemented incentive structures to encourage the production or use of renewable fuels over fossil fuels. However, the U.S. 45Z Clean Fuel Production Credit
by Igor Savenhago (Agro Estadão) ... At the State University of Campinas ( Unicamp ), the Ethanoil+ project seeks to transform the production of biodiesel and renewable diesel – known as green diesel – using compact equipment. The initiative, led by
(Egypt Independent) The Egyptian Cabinet’s Media Center has issued a formal statement to debunk widespread allegations regarding the purported “concession” of land in Sokhna to the Qatari company, Al-Mana Group, without financial or investment returns for the state. The General Authority for
by Vedaant Lakhera (The Hindu) ... For the past 15 months, residents have steadily mobilised against a proposed ethanol plant. Spanning nearly 40 acres, this facility—owned by Chandigarh-based Dune Ethanol Pvt. Ltd.—is billed as Asia’s largest ethanol plant. The residents have been protesting
David Rupiny (Uganda Investment Authority) President Yoweri Museveni has commissioned PRO Industries, reputed as the biggest ethanol plant in East Africa. The President, accompanied by the First Lady Janet Museveni, said the factory, located in Luwero District in central Uganda, would boost value
by Jim Kendrick (Biofuels Digest) What’s Hot: The Must Haves Making a Splash in 2026 LNG — The Tailored Transitional Look If marine fuels had a little black dress, LNG would be it. Globally recognizable, easy to style, and adaptable to many settings, LNG remains
by Kerry Halladay (AgWeb) Rice at $132.89 and cotton at $117.35 will receive the highest per-acre rates, but some have called payments a bandage in the midst of current farm economic crisis. -- The long-awaited Farmer Bridge Assistance rates are out! Rice
by Caitlin Scheresky (Biodiesel Magazine) In mid-October, the International Maritime Organization’s Marine Environment Protection Committee convened for its second extraordinary session to discuss the potential adoption of the IMO Net-Zero Framework. With more than 80% of global trade and 40% of U.S.
by Susanne Retka Schill (Biodiesel Magazine) The soybean supply chain looks to proposed biofuel polices for hope in the midst of what’s been described as one of the most challenging years ever. For biofuel producers, the uncertainty around final rules and
by Gautamee Hazarika (Engine) The Yokohama Port and Harbour Bureau has said it will establish a carbon-neutral port to support Japan’s goal of achieving a decarbonised society by 2050. -- From 1 January, the port of Yokohama will launch an incentive programme offering
by Robert Parsons (Free Press) In the past weeks, I was contacted by Matthew Frank, reporter with Free Press sister publication the Carillon. Frank astutely uncovered something unexpected and disturbing for Manitoba, but also with broader policy implications (U.S. ethanol imports force out
by Prakash Jha (BioEnergy Times) Brazil’s National Council for Energy Policy (CNPE) on Tuesday (December 30, 2025) published a resolution fixing annual mandatory targets to cut greenhouse gas emissions from fuel sales for the period between 2026 and 2035. The move
(Renewable Gas Forum Ireland) Ireland, represented by Renewable Gas Forum Ireland (RGFI) is one of eight European countries to be awarded the BIOMAPE project, a new European Union Horizon Programme initiative designed to support the accelerated and sustainable deployment of biomethane
(Brazil Ministry of Mines and Energy National Agency of Petroleum, Natural Gas and Biofuels (Google translation)) This measure will allow the Agency to conduct a more in-depth analysis of the effects of the ban. -- The ANP Board approved today (12/29) the extension,
(U.S. Department of Agriculture) Today, U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke L. Rollins, signed a Secretary’s Memorandum (PDF, 135 KB) that puts forth a focused effort to establish new priorities for future research and development activities funded by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA)
(Hydrocarbon Processing) Ricardo, a world-leading environmental, energy and engineering consultancy, announced that it has been appointed to conduct a green shipping corridor feasibility study between Panama and Algeciras, Spain, aiming to decarbonize maritime trade and modernize global connectivity. Funded by the European
(Inside EPA) The Treasury Department is issuing a promised “safe harbor” for companies looking to qualify for the section 45Q carbon storage tax credit after EPA proposed to scuttle its Greenhouse Gas Reporting Program (GHGRP) requirements related to the sector, though
(Ag News Wire) 2025 marked the 20th anniversary of the Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS) and showed just how far U.S. ethanol has come – and how much more it could accomplish for the world with just a little more freedom. Nationwide, year-round
(Publi News) Despite the environmental and economic benefits, the mandatory 10% ethanol blend with gasoline faces logistical and legal challenges for its final implementation in the country. -- Ethanol , a biofuel derived from sugarcane or corn, will begin to be used
by Gayatri Suroyo (Reuters/MSN) Indonesia has identified potential fines amounting to $8.5 billion that the government could collect in 2026 from palm oil companies and miners operating illegally in forest areas, the country's attorney general said on Wednesday (December 24, 2025). President
(Noticias Daily Life) Biopower, a JBS New Businesses company that produces biodiesel, has just announced an investment of R$ 140 million in modernization and technological innovation at its three plants, located in Lins (SP), Campo Verde (MT), and Mafra (SC). This
by Kendra Seymour (Stillwater Associates) On November 20, 2025, Governor Tina Kotek issued Executive Order 2529 directing state agencies to strengthen Oregon’s clean energy policies, including the Clean Fuels Program (CFP). In response, on December 17th the Oregon Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) held
(Clean Fuels Alliance America) Clean Fuels Alliance America welcomes a ruling by the California Air Resources Board (CARB) to sunset the oxides of nitrogen (NOx) mitigation requirement for biodiesel blends up to B20 (20% biodiesel) in the Alternative Diesel Fuel (ADF)
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) Daily Digest today released its annual review of biofuels mandates and targets around the world, looking at the state of biofuels mandates in 65 countries. Get the latest up to the minute new information on the
by Go Takahashi (Asahi Shimbun) In a 5,000-square-meter farmland in one corner of the town, which co-hosts the disaster-stricken Fukushima No. 1 nuclear power plant, some 30,000 sorghum plants are blowing in the wind. But the staple crop isn't being grown for food
(LatestLy) Exports are unlikely to provide a viable outlet for surplus ethanol, says CK Jain, President Grain Ethanol Manufacturers Association (GEMA). -- New Delhi [India], December 26 (ANI): Exports are unlikely to provide a solution for surplus ethanol in India, according to
by Mark Dorenkamp (Brownfield Ag News) Renewable Fuels Association president Geoff Cooper says a record amount of ethanol has been produced this year. “It has been quite a year for the ethanol industry, and I think I’d start by saying just what
by Yu-Chi Wang and Joe Janzen (farmdoc/Successful Farming) ... Soybean oil and palm oil are the two most widely available vegetable oils in the world and are substitutes in many products, including as feedstocks in the production of biofuels. For many years,
(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
by Aditya Kondalamahanty and Ck Quick (S&P Global) 2026 biodiesel quota at 15.646 million kiloliters; Non-PSO allocations raised, PSO requirement reduced -- Indonesia has set its biodiesel production quota for 2026 at 15.646 million kiloliters, Ernest Gunawan, secretary general of the Indonesian Biofuel
(Solomon Islands Government) Technical officers from the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) contracted for the Sustainable Energy from Biogas for Solomon Islands (SENBIOSIS) project are currently in the country to consult with project stakeholders. Funded by the Ministry of Environment and Energy
by Cami Koons (Iowa Capital Dispatch/Des Moines Register) The Iowa Utilities Commission will have to decide whether Summit Carbon Solutions can change the destination of its carbon sequestration pipeline before a challenge to the company’s permit to build it in the state
(DeshGujarat) Gandhinagar: The Gujarat government has rolled out its Green Hydrogen Policy, aiming to position the State as a leading hub for green hydrogen production and accelerate the transition toward clean energy-driven industrial growth. Under the policy, the State government targets investments
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) ... A new study out of the University of Sherbrooke has answered with brutal clarity: If the goal is maximum CO₂ avoided now, put the can in the truck — not the plane. Why would the
(World Biogas Association) The United Nations Environment Programme’s Global Methane Status Report 2025 provides insights into the potential to meet the Global Methane Pledge (GMP) target of a 30% reduction below 2020 levels by 2030. The World Biogas Association (WBA) was honoured to
(Growth Energy) Growth Energy, the nation’s largest biofuel trade association, expressed its support today for regulatory amendments proposed by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) and the National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) that streamline the regulatory process, addressing unnecessary barriers that have the potential
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) ICF forecasts environmental commodity pricing will likely rise, driven by domestic feedstock shortages versus aggressive Renewable Volume Obligations (RVOs). This tension is compounded by the California Low Carbon Fuel Standard (LCFS) limiting full credit for virgin
(News from the States) ... COSCO Shipping, a state-owned Chinese company, is investing at least $3.5 billion to construct 15 berths, logistics facilities, and a 1.1-mile tunnel, enabling cargo to be channelled directly from the port to nearby highways. Once fully operational,
by Greg Price (Atberta Farmer) Agricultural producers encouraged to embrace stronger government biofuel policies for for their commodities -- Canadians farmers have had a hard time embracing biofuel policy the same way that producers south of the border have, says Shaun Haney,
by Nina H. Farah (Politico Pro Energywire) Summit Carbon Solutions' interstate carbon dioxide project faces headwinds from a South Dakota law. -- An Iowa judge has ordered state regulators to take another look at the permit requirements for an interstate carbon dioxide
by Matthew Cope (Argus Media) ... SAF output rose to an all-time high of 196mn USG through November of this year compared to 39mn USG in all of 2024, according to US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) data. But growth next year
(Zoombangla) The Indian government is planning new steps to manage a looming sugar surplus. A formal policy announcement is expected in January 2025. The measures aim to prevent a domestic sugar glut. They also seek to ensure timely payments to sugarcane
(World Biogas Association) India stands at a pivotal moment in its clean energy transition. As the country races to secure energy independence, decarbonise hard-to-abate industrial sectors, and manage mounting organic waste, the biogas sector offers a rare convergence of solutions. This
by Erin Krueger (Biomass Magazine) The Canadian government on Dec. 16 released final regulations to reduce methane emissions from the country’s oil and gas sector and landfills. The government is also investing $16 million in methane measurement, reporting and mitigation research.
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) Aemetis is scaling its low-carbon fuels platform, anchored by dairy Renewable Natural Gas (RNG) targeting negative carbon intensity. The RNG project currently links 12 operating digesters via a 36-mile pipeline, aiming to expand to 75 dairies by 2029
(U.K. Department for Transport) In 2023, transport accounted for 35% of economy-wide greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions when including international aviation and maritime. The government is committed to delivering greener transport, which will support the missions to kickstart economic growth and make
by Scott Irwin (University of Illinois/farmdoc daily) The U.S. experienced a major ethanol boom between roughly 2004 and 2011, with production nearly quadrupling from 3.4 to 13.3 billion gallons. By far the most common explanation for the cause of the ethanol
by Corbin Hiar (Politico Pro Climatewire) The layoffs at Twelve follow the reelection of President Donald Trump and the rollback of incentives that were designed to spur the production of sustainable aviation fuel. -- sustainable aviation fuel startup backed by some of
by Siri Hedreen (S&P Global) PureField to bury 1.8 mil metric tons of CO2 over 12 years; Would capture CO2 from PureField's Russell biofuels plant -- The Trump administration has tentatively approved ethanol producer PureField Ingredients' plan to bury its CO2 emissions in
(DNV) The UK Emissions Trading System (ETS) will apply to shipping from 1 July 2026, introducing carbon pricing for UK domestic voyages and all in-port emissions in the UK. While similar to the EU ETS scheme, UK ETS has distinct requirements that operators must understand. In our latest Maritime
by Tom Banse (Salish Current/News from the States) ... Felleman (Fred Felleman, elected Seattle port commissioner) was dismayed earlier this fall when a United Nations-led push to decarbonize the marine shipping industry went aground under threat of punitive trade sanctions from the
by Vasil Velev (Carbon Herald) The Treasury Department and the Internal Revenue Service have released new guidance aimed at keeping the federal carbon capture tax credit functioning smoothly through a period of regulatory uncertainty, offering a temporary compliance pathway for companies
(Airspace Africa) The African Airlines Association (AFRAA) and the African Sustainable Aviation Fuels Alliance (AfriSAF) have taken a decisive step toward decarbonising African aviation with the signing of a comprehensive Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) focused on scaling up Sustainable Aviation Fuels
by Archie Brown (IBA) ... “How much capacity would each region need in place by 2030 to stay on a credible long-term decarbonisation path?” Using ICAO’s 5% decarbonisation figure as a benchmark and combining ICAO’s latest regional SAF production capacity projections with
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
by Christopher Surgenor (Green Air) ICAO has confirmed governments participating in its CORSIA scheme will shortly be informing airlines of their first-ever carbon offsetting requirements under the international agreement. The emissions data collected or estimated from 138 member states was used
(Growth Energy) Growth Energy, the nation’s largest biofuel trade association, filed briefs in the U.S. Courts of Appeals for the 10th and 11th Circuits yesterday urging the courts to reject attempts by refiners to circumvent recent U.S. Supreme Court precedent on
(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
(Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship) Projects in 46 counties receive cost-share grants through the Renewable Fuels Infrastructure Program -- Iowa Secretary of Agriculture Mike Naig announced today that the Iowa Renewable Fuels Infrastructure Program (RFIP) Board approved 108 projects during their
by Emily Boevers (Waverly Newspapers) ... Today, limited options exist to legally seize, use or redistribute property owned by another. Zoning laws are one example of limitations on property use. Voluntary easements grant another opportunity to use one’s property for limited
by Erin Krueger (Ethanol Producer Magazine) The U.S. Department of the Treasury and Internal Revenue Service on Dec. 17 delivered a proposed rule to set 45Z clean fuel production credit guidance to the White House Office of Management and Budget. OMB
(Energimyndigheten) Companies that want to contribute to negative emissions through the capture, transport and geological storage of biogenic carbon dioxide (bio-CCS) are welcome to participate in the second call through reverse auction. Last day for application2026-08-13 23:59 Funds announcedSEK 10.17 billion According to
(Odfjell) Based on certified sustainable biofuel, this initiative sets a new benchmark for deep-sea decarbonization, demonstrating that low-carbon solutions are available today (December 15, 2025). -- Our chemical tankers are now sailing the 5,000-nautical-mile route between Brazil and Europe with substantially lower
by Toby Shay (Argus Media) Ethanol prices in Europe look to be well supported in 2026, and demand for higher greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions saving product is expected to grow. This comes as the EU's updated Renewable Energy Directive (RED III) is
by Todd Neeley (DTN Progressive Farmer) From a Supreme Court ruling in favor of biofuels groups, to a new Renewable Fuel Standard volumes proposal and more debate on small-refinery exemptions, biofuels news this year was highly consequential and starts our Top
(PTI/Mint) India is positioning itself as a potential export hub for sustainable aviation fuel (SAF), leveraging surplus ethanol capacity and lower carbon intensity compared to rivals like Brazil, according to Sameer Sinha, CEO (Sugar Business) of Triveni Engineering and Industries Ltd. In
(IANS/Free Press Journal) India stands at the threshold of a transformative maritime era - one that harnesses its vast coastline, growing industrial capacity, and strategic position to cement a legacy of sustainability and resilience. The mission focuses on production, pilot projects,
by Aditya Nath Jha (Hindustan Times) Bihar's Jamui is set to host Asia's largest grain-based ethanol plant, boosting jobs, farmers' incomes, and supporting green energy initiatives. -- The region once attached with ‘migration stigma’ is heading towards acquiring a status of an
by Jeffrey Tonjes (Northwest Signal) Northwest Ohio farmers, lawmakers and industry leaders came together Monday (December8, 2025) for an in-depth forum examining the role of biofuels in agriculture, energy policy and rural economic stability. The event held at the Tinora Performing Arts
(Metro Magazine) Redding, California’s Redding Area Bus Authority (RABA) will now operate its entire 16-bus diesel fleet on a B20 biodiesel blend through its regular fueling program. -- The transition marks a significant step in RABA’s continued commitment to sustainability, cleaner air,
(European Commission) The Commission welcomes the launch of the eSAF Early Movers Coalition, bringing together Member States committed to scaling up the production and uptake of synthetic aviation fuels (eSAF). Austria, Finland, France, Germany, Luxembourg, Netherlands, Portugal and Spain announced their participation in the Coalition in the margins of the Transport Council
(Lighthouse Green Fuels) • Alfanar Group’s Lighthouse Green Fuels (LGF) Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) facility on Teesside has today progressed to the public consultation phase of the Development Consent Order (DCO) process The £2bn project is expected to be the first commercial
(BDO Zone Initiative/Canadian Biomass Magazine) Federal support can help communities strengthen their investment profile for biofuel and biomanufacturing development -- Canadian communities now have an opportunity to access federal funding to enhance their readiness for clean-energy investment. From January 5 to 30,
by Dian Rahma Fika (Tempo) Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto summoned the regents of Papua, Papuan figures, and the Executive Committee for the Acceleration of Special Autonomy Development in Papua to the Presidential Palace in Jakarta on Tuesday, December 16, 2025. During the two-hour meeting,
by Rodrigo Souza (Click Petroleo e Gas) By combining BECCS, biochar, and new carbon capture models, ethanol production in Brazil can achieve negative emissions and expand its role in the energy transition. A ethanol production in Brazil It is undergoing a decisive transformation driven by
(BioCycle Magazine) The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (NYS DEC) finalized rules in December that require large greenhouse gas (GHG) emitters that generate 10,000 or more metric tons of carbon dioxide equivalent (CO2e) annually to report their emissions each
(ePURE) If a trade deal takes 25 years to negotiate and still isn’t right, perhaps that’s a sign it should be scrapped. Even after all this time and effort to drag it across the finishing line, the EU-Mercosur agreement remains a
(Renewable Fuels Association) A thorough investigation into China’s prejudicial trade actions with American agriculture is “justified and necessary,” the Renewable Fuels Association said today at a hearing of the U.S. Trade Representative in Washington. “China’s failure to fully implement the Phase One
by Allen Schaeffer (Engine Technology Forum) Vehicle, engine, and equipment makers, and their suppliers and fuel producers, are adapting and pivoting to meet the demands of the moment. ... Reeling from the sharp fall of electric vehicles and the seismic shift in Washington,
(KLM Royal Dutch Airlines) KLM supports the call in the Wennink report "The Road to Future Prosperity" for the government to invest in a national SAF fund. This fund will allow the Netherlands to accelerate the production of alternative aviation fuels
(ResourceWise) Navigating the Evolving Carbon Markets in Biofuels and Feedstocks The biogenic CO₂ removal industry in the U.S. is making significant progress despite ongoing regulatory uncertainty at the state and federal levels. A convergence of state regulators and private businesses is driving
(U.K. Trade Remedies Authority) The TRA suggests keeping countervailing duties on Indonesian biodiesel and updating the product description to exclude sustainable aviation fuel. -- The Trade Remedies Authority (TRA) has published its Statement of Essential Facts regarding imports of biodiesel from Indonesia. This transition review was
(ChiniMandi) India is likely to shift to ethanol-blended aviation fuel by mid-2027, gradually ramping it up in phases, with the addition of more than two dozen distilleries supported by federal biofuel incentives, an official familiar with the details said on Sunday,
by Geoff Cooper (Renewable Fuels Association/Wall Street Journal) Derrick Morgan and Mario Loyola ask “Can Trump’s EPA Break the Ethanol Habit?” (op-ed, Dec. 5), but they misunderstand the subject. The Renewable Fuel Standard isn’t an “ethanol mandate.” Refiners can blend any renewable fuel they’d
by Asparuh Koev (Transmetrics/Biofuels Digest) The Trump administration’s plan to scale back the Biden-era fuel-efficiency standards may trim compliance costs for manufacturers and even reduce the sticker price on new vehicles. Yet for fleet owners, any upfront relief is likely to be short-lived.
by Jean Chemnick (E&E News Climatewire) The DOE report by climate contrarians has caused legal problems for Administrator Lee Zeldin’s attempts to roll back the scientific finding. -- Deepening legal woes surrounding a Trump administration report that casts aspersions on climate science
by Vivek Waghmode (BioEnegy Times) In a major move to advance clean energy adoption and bolster the Centre’s green agenda, the Indian Army has officially incorporated biodiesel into its fuel network. The initiative was inaugurated at a ceremony in New Delhi, where
(Precedence Research/Yahoo! Finance/Globe Newswire) According to Towards Chemical and Materials Consulting ™, The global sustainable aviation fuel market was estimated to be USD 2.31 billion in 2025 and is projected to reach USD 357.41 billion by 2035, at a CAGR of
(Rolls-Royce) Rolls-Royce, easyJet, Heathrow and University College London Air Transportation Systems Lab (UCL ATSLab) published a report highlighting how hydrogen-powered aircraft could enable European and UK aviation to cut carbon emissions while supporting future growth. The study, Enabling Hydrogen in the European Aviation
by Michael Hogan (Reuters) Germany's cabinet approved a draft biofuels law on Wednesday, which will allow continued use of food and animal feed as biofuel ingredients, the environment ministry said in a statement. Germany’s programme to cut greenhouse gases includes blending biofuels,
(Maryland Biofuels Task Force) Report highlights lower fuel prices and immediate reductions in carbon and air-toxic emissions under a proposed Clean Fuel Standard. — The Maryland Biofuels Task Force, a diverse coalition of ~50 subject-matter experts representing 30+ agricultural, environmental, governmental,
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) The Pacific Northwest is positioning itself as a premier Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) hub, leveraging over 50 million acres of woody biomass and strong policy frameworks like Washington’s Clean Fuel Standard. This guide outlines a multi-modal
Two-part webinar How are mandates impacting the sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) market? We have gathered our global market experts to present a two-part webinar series that delivers a comprehensive market analysis and the opportunity to join live Q&A sessions. Now available on demand. Session
by Mike Soraghan (Politico Pro Energywire) The study was mostly complete, meaning taxpayers paid for safety information they'll never see, a watchdog group said. -- Federal officials have quietly canceled research into the dangers of pipelines carrying carbon dioxide and hazardous substances, according
by Jared White (Brownfield Ag News) Major changes to the 45Z tax credit are set to go into effect at the end of the month. Scott Irwin, ag economist at the University of Illinois, says the
(International Association of Classification Societies) Council of the International Association of Classification Societies reviews progress across its extensive work programme with emphasis on Decarbonisation, Digitalisation, Common Structural Rules and Quality performance. IACS Council (C92) met in London last week (week of December
(United Nations Industrial Development Organization) A shift from conventional sources of energy for cooking raises the question of what alternatives exist. Cooking is an energy-intensive process, so the transition needs to be to sources that can meet the energy demand, are
(NATSO/PR Newswire) NATSO, the national association representing America's travel plazas and truck stops, SIGMA: America's Leading Fuel Marketers, the National Association of Convenience Stores (NACS), the National Energy & Fuels Institute (NEFI) and Sustainable Advanced Biofuel Refiners (SABR) today applauded Senator
by Dames Alexander Sinaga (Xinhua) Indonesia aims to halt diesel fuel imports in 2026 as the government accelerates its biodiesel program and boosts domestic refinery capacity, marking a major step toward strengthening energy security and reducing reliance on foreign fuel supplies. A
(California Air Resources Board) The California Air Resources Board approved updates to its Landfill Methane Regulation to enable quicker detection and repair of methane leaks at landfills, improved monitoring and reporting, public data transparency and stronger action for recurring issues. Advanced
(Topsoe) • Topsoe has been chosen to deliver advanced Solid Oxide Electrolyzer Cell (SOEC) technology, consuming 120MW green power for Carbon Neutral Fuels’ e-SAF (Sustainable Aviation Fuel) project called Project Starling in Workington, UK. The plant is expected to produce 25,000 metric tons of e-SAF per
by Alex Nieves (Politico Pro) Gov. Gavin Newsom signed a law this year with the aim of lowering gasoline prices by blending more ethanol into fuel. -- California environmental regulators on Thursday (December 11, 2025) endorsed higher ethanol content in gasoline, paving
by Marie J. French (Politico Pro) Polluters will have to report greenhouse gas emissions in the Empire State. -- Power plants, factories, large dairy farms, landfills, fuel suppliers and other polluters based in New York will have to provide emissions reports to
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
(European Biogas Association) The European Biogas Association (EBA) today (December 10, 2025) unveils the 15th edition of its Statistical Report, the landmark annual publication offering the most comprehensive assessment of biogas and biomethane markets in Europe. The 2024–2025 dataset underscores the
by Hendrik Waegeman (Bio Base Europe Pilot Plant/Biofuels Digest) ... I often feel like I’m somewhere between Tocqueville and Borat — impressed by American innovation, but puzzled by the anti-science politics that seem to hold it back. Europe, meanwhile, is often
(American Soybean Association/Morning Ag Clips) Researchers modeled three scenarios and found that the half-RIN approach delivers the greatest economic benefit to U.S. soybean farmers -- A new economic analysis finds that EPA’s proposal to assign 50% of the Renewable Identification Number (RIN)
(Renewable Fuels Association) The American Biofuels Maritime Initiative (ABMI), a unified group of bioenergy stakeholders co-chaired by the Renewable Fuels Association and the American Biogas Council (ABC), announced its official launch today. The new group plans to work with President Trump’s Administration and Congress to
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