by Andres Picon and Jennifer Yachnin (E&E Daily) The legislation includes forestry and conservation provisions but steers away from issues like pesticide labeling and biofuels policy. Senate Agriculture Chair John Boozman on Tuesday painted a grim outlook for the nation’s farmers and
(Bank Gospodarstwa Krajowego) Bank Gospodarstwa Krajowego (BGK) has invested €25 million in the SWEN Impact Fund for Transition 3 (SWIFT 3), managed by the French company SWEN Capital Partners. The money will be used to develop biogas and biomethane projects, including
by Alex Guillén (Politico Pro) The administration is hoping to kill older Golden State rules for cars and trucks, as well as electrification standards for lawn equipment. -- California on Monday (June 22, 2026) launched a legal challenge over EPA's recent move to
by Cynthia Thyfault (QuantaVision) ... I’ve worked inside Section 9003 since it was written into the 2008 Farm Bill. Not adjacent to it. Inside it — application after application, year after year, alongside a small handful of people who have actually walked
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) Marine biofuel supply is growing rapidly, but last-mile delivery infrastructure is the binding constraint. Key bottlenecks include a severe lack of segregated tankage, specialized bunker barges, and blend-testing facilities at major hubs like Singapore and Fujairah.
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) ... The fuel that contains more ethanol is often the fuel that costs less. According to today’s national AAA averages, regular gasoline sells for $3.97 per gallon. Premium sells for $4.86. E85, meanwhile, averages just $3.06. Think
by Brad Pleima and Alicia Jones (EcoEngineers/Biobased Diesel Daily) New true-up and deficit mechanisms under California’s LCFS are reshaping credit risk, rewarding conservatism and penalizing operational drift. California’s Low Carbon Fuel Standard has moved into a more disciplined phase. Following amendments adopted in
by Chris Bennett (AgWeb) ... “Go anywhere in rural Illinois and find me a single farmer that has real faith in USDA or sincere belief in their crop reports. You won’t meet even one,” says Grundy County producer Sam Halterman.
Mathias Bøje Madsen (Topsoe/Biobased Diesel Daily) ... To date, HEFA (hydro-processed esters and fatty acids) remains the only commercialized SAF (sustainable aviation fuel) production pathway. It works by converting lipid-based feedstocks such as used cooking oil (UCO) into drop-in jet fuel,
(BioEnergy Insight) A four-year Horizon Europe research project has demonstrated a process that converts raw biogas into hydrogen and solid carbon, with results suggesting the technology could produce renewable hydrogen more efficiently than water electrolysis. The TITAN project, due to close formally
(Bioenergy Insight) With a new chief executive at the helm, one of the world’s largest on-farm biodigester operators is targeting expanded output, new revenue streams and a multi-site growth strategy. Christopher J. Pino tells Bioenergy Insight about his plans. BioTown Biogas (BTB)
(BioEnergy Insight) Mumbai is to develop a major compressed biogas facility at Mankhurd that will convert segregated organic waste into renewable fuel, following the signing of a concession agreement between the city's civic administration and its urban gas distribution utility. The Mumbai
(Washington State Department of Commerce) Washington is working to ensure hydrogen and renewable fuel development benefits communities, supports workers, and protects public health. Why environmental justice matters for hydrogen and renewable fuels Hydrogen is expected to be an important tool for cutting emissions
by Randhir Patil (BioEnergy Times) India has formally approved the regulatory framework for the use of 100 per cent ethanol (E100) as a vehicle fuel, opening the path for the commercial introduction of vehicles designed to run entirely on ethanol and marking a
by Ma. Cristina Arayata (Philippine News Agency) The Civil Aviation Authority of the Philippines (CAAP) has inked a memorandum of understanding with two partners to accelerate the development of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF). SAF is made up of renewable waste and raw
by Esteban Fuentes (Clarin (Google Translation)) Daniel González, Secretary of Coordination for Energy and Mining, was present at the plenary session of the Senate's Mining, Energy and Fuels and Budget and Finance committees. The official stated that the project promoted by Senator
by Jenny Schlecht (AgWeek) ... The United Kingdom, Lindberg (Luke Lindberg, under secretary of agriculture for trade and foreign agricultural affairs in the U.S. Department of Agriculture) noted, has increased its purchase of ethanol by about 50% following a trade agreement with
(Maximize Market Research/Open PR) ... The market is gaining attention as sustainability requirements, responsible sourcing, labeling rules, import-export controls, and certified sustainable palm oil commitments reshape procurement decisions. MMR notes that consumer awareness of environmental and social issues has pushed companies
By Donnel Rehagen (Clean Fuels Alliance America) EPA’s Final Renewable Fuel Standards for 2026 and 2027 are remarkable. It’s easy to say the agency set volumes at historic levels, of course. But more than that, for the first time EPA prioritized
(Ohio Ag Net TV) The Strengthening Economic and Energy Development (SEED) Act is gaining attention in Washington and across rural America as lawmakers, fuel retailers and agriculture groups look for ways to stabilize fuel prices while strengthening demand for U.S.-grown biofuels.
by Shrey Madaan (Consumer Choice Center/The Statesman) ... The government’s interest in isobutanol reflects a practical limitation in India’s current biofuel strategy. While ethanol blending has become a central pillar of petrol policy, extending biofuels to diesel has proved far more difficult.
Naomi Taxay (Aledo Times Record/Medill Illinois News Bureau/Capital News Illinois) At Incobrasa Industries, one of four soybean processing and biodiesel manufacturing companies in Illinois, a construction project is expected to roughly double the company’s production capacity by mid-June. The expansion reflects Illinois’
(SkyNRG) As Europe pushes to make flying more climate-friendly, two major solutions are often discussed: Electro-sustainable aviation fuel (e-SAF): A clean fuel made using renewable electricity and captured carbon. Carbon removals: Technologies that pull CO₂ out of the air, like direct air capture
by Erin Krueger (Ethanol Producer Magazine) The USDA on June 15 delivered a final rule to the White House Office of Management and Budget that would, in part, “simplify and streamline requirements and processes” for the Rural Energy for America Program. REAP
(Holland & Knight) • The Office of Management and Budget (OMB) and a group of other federal agencies recently issued a proposed rule in the Federal Register that, if finalized, would make significant changes across federal agencies related to the approval
(European Commission) The European Commission has officially launched today the Biomethane Mechanism, a key initiative under the EU Energy and Raw Materials Platform. Designed to accelerate the growth of Europe’s biomethane market, the mechanism is a voluntary, free of charge and
(Spray Engineering Devices/PR Newswire) Government-supported project integrates global carbon recycling innovation with indigenous biomass gasification technology, advancing India's next-generation biofuel ecosystem -- In a significant milestone for India's advanced biofuel journey, Spray Engineering Devices Limited (SED) has received approval for ₹150 crore
(Novonesis) Global biosolutions leader Novonesis and Nhà Xanh, Viet Nam's leading biofuel producer, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to boost domestic biofuels production and strengthen Viet Nam's long-term energy security The agreement, signed at the Embassy of Denmark in Hanoi
Zhangliang Chen and Jonathan Coppess (University of Illinois/farmdoc daily) As discussed previously, the Clean Fuel Production Tax Credit, or Section 45Z, is a tax credit for biofuel producers, not a direct payment or benefit to farmers (farmdoc daily, May 27, 2026). The
(Biofuels Development Opportunity Zone Initiative) On June 18, 2026, Ecostrat Inc. and the BDO Zone Initiative, hosted the BDO ZoneCONNECT webinar, highlighting three investment-grade BDO Zone communities in California — all rated A for Woody Biomass: Placer, Nevada, and El Dorado
(VNA/Vietnam Plus) KAI Vice President for Corporate Communications Anne Purba said the transition to B50 biofuel will be carried out in phases and undergo a rigorous testing process to meet the operational requirements of the railway industry, which demands high reliability
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) The dominance of ASTM D7566 is fracturing as regional authorities like EASA, China’s CAAC, and India’s DGCA establish independent sustainable aviation fuel specifications. This regulatory divergence forces producers to endure multiple independent qualification processes, imposing an
(El Estrecho Digital) The APBA brings together maritime-port actors and institutions from both Latin American countries to align decarbonization initiatives with the enclave of the Strait -- The Port Authority of the Bay of Algeciras (APBA) has begun work to define the
(Washington State Department of Commerce) Washington is working with state and local governments, utilities, industry, tribes and communities to support cleaner fuels and energy systems. Hydrogen is expected to help reduce greenhouse gas emissions and air pollution in parts of Washington’s economy
(Open Gov Asia) The Hong Kong Special Administrative Region Government will introduce two incentive schemes aimed at accelerating the maritime sector’s transition towards lower‑carbon fuels. Announced by the Marine Department on 12 June 2026, the initiatives will provide financial incentives for
by Mukul Yudhveer Singh (Autocar Professional) AIDA Director General Bharati Balaji says India has sufficient ethanol production capacity to support future blending requirements, while also outlining the industry’s outlook on E25, E30 and flex-fuel vehicles. India is unlikely to require ethanol imports
by David Foxwell (Riviera) ... For instance, offshore vessels are not covered by the FuelEU maritime regulation, part of the European Commission’s fit for 55 legislative package, that promotes the use of renewable, low-carbon fuels and clean energy technologies for ships.
by Tom Cherveny (AgWeek) The farmer-owned cooperative that owns the ethanol plant outside Benson, Minnesota, was launched 30 years ago to add value to locally produced corn. -- ... Thirty years later, Chippewa Valley Ethanol Company is ready to mark its anniversary
by Gil Gullickson (Wallaces Farmer/Farm Progress) As Things Look to Me: Carbon intensification score helps determine eligibility for Section 45Z payments. Section 45 of the Inflation Act of 2022 could determine payments to farmers who produce low-carbon fuels. The tax credit’s worth is based
by Erin Krueger (Ethanol Producer Magazine) Sen. Chuck Grassley, R-Iowa, on June 12 pressed Hal Duncan, President Donald Trump’s nominee to serve as deputy director of the White House Office of Management and Budget, on the current status of USDA’s 45Z
(Alberta) We are gathering feedback from Renewable Fuels Standard stakeholders to ensure the standard remains effective and relevant to current technologies, markets and fuel use. Reviewing the standard could stimulate new investment and support increased uptake of low-carbon fuel feedstocks and low-carbon
(LuxHyVal/enoblog) ... Luxembourg Hydrogen Valley (LuxHyVal) is a project aimed at producing renewable hydrogen in Luxembourg using renewable electricity. Following Enovos’ Final Investment Decision (FID), LuxHyVal is now moving from the planning phase into the implementation phase. Engineering and construction activities can now
(SunGas Renewables) SunGas Renewables Inc. (“SunGas”) announces that it will cease further development of the Beaver Lake Biofuels project (“Beaver Lake”), a proposed wood fiber-to-low carbon methanol facility in Central Louisiana near Alexandria. Beaver Lake’s design contemplated the integration of three SunGas
(Braya Renewable Fuels) Braya Renewable Fuels (Braya) celebrated an exciting milestone for the Come By Chance refinery when it completed its first sale of renewable diesel for the Canadian market. The sale of 100,000 barrels of renewable diesel to a Canadian customer
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) The Department of Defense consumes 4.6 billion gallons of jet fuel annually, offering unparalleled scale and sovereign credit that could anchor first-of-a-kind (FOAK) SAF projects. However, developers face structural hurdles, including annual budget cycles, short-term contracts,
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) ... Today, the debate is ... about marine fuels, hydrogen, ammonia, methanol, biofuels, batteries, carbon intensity, supply security, infrastructure, and cost. Yet the underlying question remains remarkably unchanged. What sustains? Not merely what is sustainable in theory,
(Carbon 180) Scaling Technology-based CDR: A US Federal Policy Roadmap provides federal policymakers with a suite of policy proposals to accelerate the deployment of technological carbon removal in the near-term and enable responsible growth over the long-term. Scientists agree that we
(U.K. Department for Transport) Seeks industry views on the supply of advanced non-HEFA (including PtL) SAF and the issue of tankering. -- This call for evidence seeks views and evidence from industry on the availability of future non-HEFA SAF supply once the
(U.K. Department for Transport and Keir Mather MP) £219 million boost for sustainable aviation fuel to cut emissions and back UK innovation and jobs. £93 million available now for pioneering UK companies to develop and scale up sustainable aviation fuel production to make
(Biofuel Development Opportunity Zone Initiative) Ecostrat Inc. and the BDO Zone Initiative today welcomed the release of the Canadian Forest Sector Transformation Task Force’s Final Report, Canada’s Transformed Forest Sector: Competitive. Resilient. Relevant., which names the national scale-up of BDO Zones
(American Airlines) American Airlines and Google today (June 9, 2026) announced a record-breaking agreement for sustainable aviation fuel certificates (SAFc), representing the largest publicly announced SAFc agreement between an airline and a single corporate customer to date. The new agreement will
by Erin Krueger (Ethanol Producer Magazine) The USDA on June 10 announced it is now accepting fiscal year (FY) 2027 funding applications for five trade promotion programs, including those that support efforts to increase exports of ethanol and distillers grains. The specific
(S&P Global Energy) ... Agriculture stands at a crossroads -- Technology and innovation have enabled US farmers and ranchers to supply more food and fuel than ever before—a trend that promises to accelerate as artificial intelligence (AI) powers advances in seed technologies,
(Circularity Fuels/Business Wire) With projected commercial capital costs at roughly one-fifth of European SAF plants currently planned, Circularity offers airlines a low-cost path to mandated fuel volumes and a new revenue stream for farmers Circularity Fuels today announced it has completed the
(Clean Fuels Alliance America) Today, on the EPA-established effective date for the 2026-2027 Renewable Fuel Standard volumes, Clean Fuels Alliance America delivered a letter to President Donald Trump once again thanking the administration and EPA for the historic volumes. The letter
by Matthias Schnellmann (Metafuels/Aviation Week) Sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) is no longer the technical gamble it once was. Production doubled between 2024 and 2025, reaching 1.9 million metric tons (634 million gal.). New pathways are maturing, and regulators have made adoption a legal
by Alex Guillén (Politico Pro E&E News) Automakers would no longer face any federal or state tailpipe standards for greenhouse gases. -- EPA on Friday (June 12, 2026) submitted four more California air pollution rule waivers to Congress, where Republicans can use
by Nidhi Verma in New Delhi and Mrinmay Dey (Reuters) India, the world's third-largest oil importer and consumer, on Wednesday (June 10, 2026) abolished excise duty on petrol blended with higher levels of ethanol. Petrol containing 22% to 30% ethanol will be
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) The short duration of the 45Z clean fuel production credit, even with its extension to 2029, creates a structural mismatch with the multi-decade horizons required for sustainable aviation fuel project finance. To bridge this gap, capital
by Nigina Mirbabaeva (European Bank for Reconstruction and Development) EBRD lends €26 million to Next Biogas, a subsidiary of HoSt Group from the Netherlands; Loan to finance the acquisition of an existing biogas plant and its conversion into a biomethane production facility; Biomethane supports
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) Sustainable aviation fuel offtake agreements have transitioned from narrative-driven sustainability purchases to commodity-grade fuel contracts underwritten by corporate treasurers. These contracts now serve as critical debt collateral to enable project financing. To achieve bankability, lenders require
by Camille von Kaenel (Politico Pro Climatewire) The California Air Resources Board is under pressure to stabilize the nascent market for carbon capture after the loss of federal grants, but critics say the proposed rules could incentivize risky projects. -- As California’s first carbon
(Colorado General Assembly) Concerning modification of certain tax expenditures, and, in connection therewith, making and reducing an appropriation. Bill Summary: The act adjusts several state tax expenditures as follows: ... Repeals the sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) production facility tax credit, effective January 1, 2027; Establishes the
(Renewable Fuels Association) Earlier today (June 12, 2026), the R Street Institute—a self-described “think tank whose work is grounded in liberty and freedom”—published an opinion piece (heavy emphasis on “opinion”) on ethanol policy. It’s a real doozy, chock full of myths
(U.S. Department of Energy) DOE Office of Critical Minerals and Energy Innovation sent this bulletin at 06/12/2026 02:02 PM EDT -- 45ZCF-GREET June 2026 Update There has been a revision/update made to the 45ZCF-GREET model and user manual. Visit the 45ZCF-GREET webpage to
(EDP) Consortium moves into the next phase of analysis and integration of recommendations -- The GreenH2Atlantic project for the construction of a 100 MW green hydrogen production unit planned for the site of the former Sines coal-fired power plant, to be developed
(Global e-Fuels) KLM Cityhopper operated a flight between Amsterdam, the Netherlands, and Hamburg, Germany, using a 5% synthetic kerosene fuel blend – the first passenger flight in Germany to do so. The e-Sustainable Aviation Fuel (e-SAF) was produced by INERATEC, blended with
(Ethanol Producer Magazine) U.S. Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins reiterated support for E15 and confirmed that release of USDA feedstock guidance related to the 45Z clean fuel production credit is imminent during a June 10 hearing held by the Senate Agriculture Committee. During
(SkyNRG/ChemXplore) • The Coalition asks EU institutions, national governments and NATO partners to make eSAF a strategic priority for energy security, competitiveness and defence readiness. It sets four priorities: recognise domestic sustainable fuel production as strategic, create bankable demand signals, bridge the
(Global Maritime Forum) A new consortium facilitated by the Global Maritime Forum and RMI will work to establish a green shipping corridor between the Port of Açu in Brazil and the Port of Antwerp-Bruges in Belgium. In addition to the port teams
(Legis1) A decades-old regulatory quirk is forcing Congress and the White House into an uncomfortable alliance and a fight with the oil refining industry over whether a corn-derived fuel blend can be sold at gas stations year-round. A Congressional Research Service
by May Angel (Reuters) Bayer (BAYGn.DE), opens new tab is hoping to speed up a plan to facilitate North American production of biofuel feedstocks like camelina in the wake of the Iran war, the drug-making and crop science giant said on Wednesday
by Andrew Joseph (Farms.com) ... Ethanol production plants are evaluating carbon-intensity reductions, feedstock strategies, and logistics changes that will influence how the ethanol fuel moves from the Midwest to coastal and export markets. Ethanol has long been one of the most rail-dependent
by Todd Hubbs and Scott Irwin (Oklahoma State University/University of Illinois/farmdoc daily) The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) released the final “Set 2” rule establishing Renewable Volume Obligations (RVOs) under the Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS) for 2026 and 2027 at the end
(Twelve/PR Newswire) Alaska Airlines and Microsoft join Twelve to mark commercial operation of AirPlant One — the first plant in the United States to produce E-Jet fuel from CO2, renewable electricity, and water at scale. Twelve, a next-gen industrial company on a
(Airbus) Technip Energies, Airbus, Safran and Tereos entered into an agreement to create Rebound, a joint venture to develop a large-scale Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) production project at the Port of Dunkirk, in Northern France. The project will use the Alcohol-to-Jet (AtJ)
by Erin Krueger (Ethanol Producer Magazine) Japan’s Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (METI) on April 17 released proposed default greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions values for Brazilian corn ethanol, Thai sugarcane ethanol and Thai cassava ethanol, according to a report filed
by Cindy Zimmerman (Energy.AgWired.com) The Renewable Fuels Association took the home field advantage at the Fuel Ethanol Workshop this year which was held in their own backyard in St. Louis June 2-4. In this edition of the Ethanol Report podcast, we hear
by Nancy W. Stauffer (MIT Energy Initiative) MIT experts will examine options for climate-friendly fuels for aviation, international shipping, long-haul trucking, and freight rail. Earlier this year, the MIT Energy Initiative (MITEI) launched a major study to examine the sustainable fuel options
(International Air Transport Association) The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released estimates showing that global Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) production is expected to reach around 2.4 million tonnes in 2026, representing just 0.8% of aviation fuel use, at a cost to
by Bhagyashree Rhatwal (BioEnergy Times) Odisha has taken a major step towards developing a green hydrogen-based public transport system, with the state government reviewing plans to launch hydrogen-powered buses and establish its first green hydrogen ecosystem for urban mobility. A high-level meeting chaired
by Tiana May (Airport Industry News) The UK Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) has opened applications for a new phase of its Hydrogen Challenge programme, inviting organisations to participate in research and testing for the future use of hydrogen in aviation. The initiative
by Brent Barnett (Brownfield Ag News) Ag Secretary Brooke Rollins says the U.S. ethanol industry is heading in the right direction. “This year we’re going to have ethanol exports up 20% and corn exports up 22%,” Rollins said. “The world is opening
(VietnamNet) USA - After surpassing the once-untouchable 10% ethanol limit, the US gasoline market is witnessing a historic leap forward with the explosion of E15. The numbers speak for themselves. For many years, energy policy analysts and U.S. oil and gas officials believed
(India Ministry of Petroleum and Gas) India among countries with lowest fuel price increase despite global crisis: Shri Hardeep Singh Puri -- If 50% of all new two-wheelers and four wheelers sold in India runs on Flex-Fuel, it can generate ₹12,403 crore
(Axens) Axens announces its collaboration with Green Sky Capital for the development of a 200,000 tonnes per annum (200 KTA) sustainable aviation fuel (“SAF”) production facility in Egypt, set to become the first SAF production plant in Egypt and across Africa. The
(Moeve) According to Moeve’s report “Why does Europe Need Green Molecules?” in collaboration with PwC, green molecules could reduce Europe’s dependence on imported energy from 57% in 2024 to 28% in 2040 Green molecules—such as renewable hydrogen, second-generation biofuels, and biomethane—could replace
(American Fuel & Petrochemical Manufacturers) The American Fuel & Petrochemical Manufacturers (AFPM) filed a lawsuit Friday in the DC Circuit court challenging the 2026-2027 Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS) volumes finalized by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) in March. EPA’s “Set 2
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) Graduating bioeconomy assets from grants and venture equity to senior commercial debt requires crossing the maturation threshold. This transition relies on three crucial preconditions: a repeatable Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV) template, multi-deal lender education across a
by Lisa Gibson (Ethanol Producer Magazine) Record-high Renewable Volume Obligations in the RFS Set 2, lucrative 45Z Production Tax Credits, continuously growing export demand and surging oil and gas prices highlighting the need for E15: The ethanol industry is in the
(Morning Ag Clips) USMCA, which went into effect in July 2020, requires that the three countries meet on July 1, 2026, to review the agreement -- Nearly 160 organizations representing the American, Canadian and Mexican food and agricultural value chains sent
by Todd Neeley (DTN Progressive Farmer) The U.S. Trade Representative is set to levy a 25% tariff on Brazilian goods including ethanol, in retaliation for what the USTR has determined was an "unreasonable" burden placed on U.S. ethanol imports to Brazil. The
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) Once upon a time there was a daring and skillful hoop-jumper named Saff. No one could jump hoops like he. He could somersault through flaming hoops, sustainability hoops, carbon-intensity hoops. Children cheered him. Elders admired him.
(The Greenbriar Companies/Ethanol Producer Magazine) Ethanol has long been an anchor commodity for the U.S. freight rail network, connecting production facilities in the Midwest with fuel markets across the country. Today, new federal incentives and emerging technologies are creating additional opportunities
by Brent Barnett (Brownfield Ag News) Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds has signed a bill intended to expand the use of ag equipment fueled by higher ethanol blends. “Senate File 2493 eliminates the excise tax on fuels containing more than 85% by volume
by Rhonda Brooks (AgWeb) From canola to hemp, recent history shows new crops only stick when margin and infrastructure line up for years—not seasons. -- ... Can U.S. farmers realistically transition significant acreage out of corn and soybeans? By the end of the
by Theodora Stankova (Climate Herald) California regulators have approved a sweeping overhaul of the state’s carbon market program, advancing a plan that supporters say will help contain consumer costs but that critics argue could deliver billions of dollars in benefits to
(BioEnergy Times) India may soon allow consumers to choose from different ethanol-blended petrol variants at fuel stations, giving vehicle owners the option to select fuel based on engine compatibility, according to a report published by Mint on Thursday. The report said the
(UFOP/Biobased Diesel Daily) ... The Union zur Förderung von Oel- und Proteinpflanzen e. V. (UFOP) fears that the European Commission’s plan to classify soybeans as a high indirect land-use change (ILUC) feedstock will result in massive collateral damage to soybean
(Oklahoma Farm Report) University of Illinois Extension’s Todd Gleason spoke with Agricultural Economist Dan O’Brien from Kansas State University Extension to provide an in-depth look at the current outlook for the Kansas wheat crop and emerging trends in global agricultural energy. Kansas
by Nicholas R. Ward (ABC) Esperance is a key supplier for the European Union's biodiesel industry and is becoming a major biofuel producer. A researcher says decades of uncertainty have made it difficult to establish a domestic refinery industry, until now. What's next? Consultation
(The Nation Thailand) The Energy Ministry’s task force has impounded more than 5.2 million litres of biodiesel from Triple S Petroleum’s depot in Samut Prakan after tests found the fuel failed to meet official standards, with authorities filing a criminal complaint
by Lucy Curtis (American Chemical Society) The Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) is the primary set of regulatory guidelines used by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to review chemicals intended for commercial use and determine their potential safety risks to human
by Jean Chemnick (Politico Pro Greenwire) The Securities and Exchange Commission called the Biden-era rule “overly burdensome and costly." -- The Securities and Exchange Commission issued a proposal Friday (May 29, 2026) to undo Biden-era requirements that publicly traded companies provide a
by Laura Rance-Unger (Winnipeg Free Press) -- ... “On the one hand, the federal government, for the last 10 years anyway, has certainly seen our crops as traditional food commodities and has treated their emissions as climate threats,” Grain Growers of Canada
by Ilona Estherina (Tempo) Indonesian Minister of Finance, Purbaya Yudhi Sadewa, has issued a new regulation that changes the procedures for exempting ethanol or ethyl alcohol tax to support energy transition. Previously, PT Pertamina Patra Niaga had requested the simplification of bioethanol
by Ali Swenson (Associated Press) President Donald Trump’s administration on Friday (May 29, 2026) moved to give political appointees more power over the billions of dollars in grants awarded by federal agencies, a move scientists say puts critical research funding into
(Biofuels International) Malaysia has confirmed that its new B15 biodiesel blend — a fuel mixture containing 15 per cent palm‑based biodiesel and 85 per cent petroleum diesel — will be introduced across the entire transportation sector from 1 June. This marks a
(Biofuels International) KROHNE bridges the gap between classical oil and gas expertise and renewable feedstock production through advanced process instrumentation. Yannick Farine, Industry Manager Biofuels and Bioenergy, speaks to Biofuels International How would you describe the current situation for sustainable aviation fuel
by Tom Banse (Post Alley|Seattle) Early this month, a mobile floating gas station of sorts pulled up alongside the towering cruise ship Star Princess at Seattle’s Pier 91 terminal. For the next eight hours the refueling crew made news by pumping
(Thai Automotive Industry Association) The Thai Automotive Industry Association, in collaboration with the Department of Energy Business and oil traders, held a press conference titled "Department of Energy Business, Oil Traders, and Automotive Industry Join Forces to Guarantee B20 Fuel Standards:
by Pace Sagester (BASF) BASF and Arva today (May 26, 2026) announced a strategic collaboration to help biofuel producers and farmers capture the full value of the Clean Fuel Production Credit (Section 45Z) once the implementing regulations are finalized. Together, the companies
(All Nippon Airlines and Japan Airlines) Airlines call for a society-wide approach to aviation decarbonization -- All Nippon Airways (ANA) and Japan Airlines (JAL) today (May 27, 2026) released the second edition of their joint report, "Toward Net Zero CO2 Emissions from
(KBR) KBR (NYSE: KBR) announced today (May 28, 2026) that NorSAF, one of the leading sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) producers in the Baltics, has selected KBR’s proprietary PureSAF® technology for what is set to become the largest SAF and e-SAF production
(Zhejiang Provincial Port and Shipping Management Center (Google translation)) At 10:00 AM on May 18th, with a long, drawn-out whistle piercing the clear sky, the "Oriental Hydrogen Port," the first 64-TEU hydrogen fuel cell-powered container ship in China's inland waterways, set
by Sean Pratt (Western Producer) U.S. ethanol imports have big competitive advantage over Canadian-produced ethanol, industry leaders state -- Canada’s ethanol industry is pushing hard for changes to the Clean Fuel Regulations (CFR). Andrea Kent, vice-president of industry and government affairs with Greenfield
by Jonathan Coppess and Zhangliang Chen (University of Illinois/farmdoc daily) The Clean Fuel Production Credit, enacted in the Inflation Reduction Act and often referred to simply as “45Z” for its placement in the tax code, remains the subject of much attention (Brooks, February
by Erin Schilling (Bloomberg Tax) Biofuel and farm groups are asking the Treasury Department and IRS to update the model companies use to calculate whether they qualify for the clean fuel production tax credit. Agency lawyers are listening to proposals by more
by Evan Halper and Kevin Crowe (Washington Post) Not long after the enormous data center sprouted in Jessica Medeiros’s residential neighborhood, she began seeing black smoke. “There are times when the generators are running and … soot falls to the ground,” Medeiros
(Government of Spain) This public hearing and information process is formulated in accordance with Article 26.6 of Law 50/1997, of November 27, on the Government and Article 133 of Law 39/2015, of October 1, on the Common Administrative Procedure of Public
by Muhammad Harianto (Antara) The National Research and Innovation Agency (BRIN) together with PTPN III (Persero) Sub Holding, PTPN IV PalmCo, is developing palm oil waste-based Bio-Compressed Biomethane Gas as an alternative to LPG to strengthen energy security and the renewable energy mix. "Palm
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) With shipping accounting for three percent of global greenhouse gas emissions, momentum is accelerating for low-carbon maritime fuels. Legislative developments like the Inflation Reduction Act’s technology-neutral Section 45Z tax credit and the proposed Renewable Fuels for
(Biofuels International) Cosmo Oil has announced that its bioethanol‑derived Alcohol‑to‑Jet (ATJ) SAF project has been selected for a FY2024 subsidy by Japan’s Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (METI). The project, developed with Mitsui & Co., aims to establish a domestic
by Matt Ryan (AvWeb) Researchers say announced projects face feedstock, policy and market hurdles. -- A Washington State University-led study published in Biomass and Bioenergy estimates the U.S. could produce about 2.1 billion gallons of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) annually by 2030
(European Biodiesel Board) The European Biodiesel Board (EBB) today published its policy priorities to accelerate investments, scale up production and increase the competitiveness of bioSAF in the EU. The EBB represents European producers of Biodiesel (FAME and HVO) and bio-based aviation
by Allen Schaeffer (Engine Technology Forum) From small construction machines to locomotives and tugboats, the off-highway sector is large and diverse. When viewed through the lens of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) emissions model inputs, just how large and diverse
(German Federal Ministry of Transport) Today (May 19, 2026), the Federal Ministry of Transport launched a public market consultation on the planned support of electricity-based sustainable aviation fuel (eSAF). Its aim is to accelerate the market ramp-up of climate-friendly aviation fuels
( European Federation for Transport and Environment) 21 Spanish organisations are urging Madrid to back political commitment with an economic one ahead of the June EU Transport Council. Geopolitical oil premium costs passengers up to €88 per long-haul flight, 29 times more than
(AIRCO) The new facility will manufacture AIRCO’s MAD Fuel System™, deployed to produce fuel on demand for remote and operationally constrained environments -- AIRCO™ (formerly Air Company), an industrial technology company developing advanced technologies for energy security and global resiliency, today (May
(Illinois Soybean Association) Two Chicago suburban communities – the Village of River Forest and Village of Skokie – solidified their commitment to environmental sustainability by joining the B20 Club. As new members, River Forest and Skokie join other Illinois communities and
(UFOP/Biobased Diesel Daily) A preliminary estimate by USDA of global vegetable-oil supply and demand in 2026-’27 marketing year indicates that global production is likely to reach 244.1 million metric tons, representing an increase of approximately 6.8 million tons compared with the
by Elvis Ebikade (Bioleum/Green Air) There is a version of the SAF story that sounds like good news. SAF feedstocks – used cooking oil, tallow, animal fats – are sourced domestically, collected regionally, and priced by local supply and demand.
by Christopher Surgenor (Green Air) UK cross-aviation industry group Hydrogen in Aviation Alliance (HIA) has announced combined investments of £188 million ($250m) into innovation and R&D for hydrogen-powered aviation. The group, which includes Airbus, Bristol Airport, easyJet, GKN Aerospace and Rolls-Royce,
by Christopher Surgenor (Green Air) A report by Scandinavian airline SAS warns that Europe is heading towards a structural shortage of eSAF (synthetic, or electro, aviation fuel) just as the EU’s regulatory mandate enters into force in 2030, which could cause
(The Odessa Journal) Ukraine is preparing to introduce new requirements for the use of bioethanol in gasoline. To this end, the state is updating fuel quality standards, harmonizing technical regulations with EU requirements, and modernizing systems for fuel quality control and
(Kamei (Google Translation)) Kamei Corporation (Headquarters: Sendai City, Miyagi Prefecture; President and CEO: Akio Kamei; hereinafter referred to as "the Company") is pleased to announce that it has commenced supply of 100% HVO (Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil) (*1) of the next-generation biodiesel
(Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners/Globe Newswire) EIF backs CIP’s Advanced Bioenergy Fund II (ABF II) with EUR 200 million to scale biomethane and advanced bioenergy production in Europe; ABF II is officially launched with EIF cornerstone investment; Backed by InvestEU, financing supports Europe’s energy security
(Perpetual Next) EemsGas project receives commitment for €150 million operating subsidy for green gas production -- EemsGas Project – with an investment of €100 million becoming one of the largest production facilities for biomethane (green gas) in the Netherlands – has received
by Alejandro Lazo and Yue Stella Yu (CalMatters/LAist) In the face of the nation’s highest gas prices, California lawmakers approved a bill to ease restrictions on E85 conversion kits — devices that let conventional gasoline cars run on a cheaper, mostly ethanol
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) ... A team of researchers from Boston University and Capra Biosciences wants to throw sensors directly into the storm. It’s the movie Twister at nano-scale, except the tornado is alive. Backed by the U.S. Department of Defense
by Christopher Surgenor (Green Air) Project SkyKraft, an eSAF joint venture between Dutch SAF supplier SkyNRG and Swedish power company Skellefteå Kraft, has been awarded €21 million ($24m) from the Swedish Energy Agency’s Industriklivet initiative. The early-stage funding will go towards
by Michael Rensing (Stillwater Associates) Credit generators operating under British Columbia’s Low Carbon Fuel Standard (BC-LCFS) or Canada’s Clean Fuel Regulations (CFR) often use the California LCFS (CA-LCFS) as a benchmark. The three programs create credit markets that differ significantly in
(EIA Bioenergy) Fast Pyrolysis and Hydrothermal Liquefaction are two thermochemical conversion routes that transform biomass into liquid intermediates, which require subsequent upgrading to meet fuel specifications. In fast pyrolysis, dry lignocellulosic biomass is rapidly heated in the absence of oxygen, producing pyrolysis
(IEA Bioenergy) Regionalization and commoditization strategies for sustainable bioenergy -- The global energy transition is shifting from centralized fossil fuels to a more decentralized system, with an increasing focus on regionalized energy supply for improved supply security. Commoditization, on the other hand,
(IEA Bioenergy) The IEA Bioenergy Annual Report 2025 includes a special feature article on ‘BECCUS and Carbon Management: Status and Prospects’ prepared by Task 40 (Biobased Deployment & Carbon Management). It also features a report from the Executive Committee and a
(Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development) Synthetic biology harnesses and redesigns biological systems to drive innovation across a broad range of sectors, including health, agriculture, and production. It is increasingly integrating with artificial intelligence tools like large language models and
by Somruedi Banchongduang, Wichit Chantanusornsiri and Somhatai Mosika (Bangkok Post) ... The government should earmark 50 billion baht from its emergency loan package to strengthen Thailand's biofuel system, lifting clean energy usage and reducing reliance on fossil fuels, said Chaiwat Kovavisarach,
(IANS/Mathrubhumi) Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari has unveiled an indigenous ethanol-based cooking stove technology that he said can produce cooking flames at a lower cost than commercial LPG cylinders, while also announcing a Rs 40-crore initiative to
by mayaluana, Peter Ralph, Alexandra Thomson, Martin Lloyd (Climate Change Cluster/Univesity of Technology Sydney/The Conversation) ... As algae researchers, we believe these humble organisms are worth exploring. Making biodiesel and sustainable aviation fuel from these fast growing organisms can be done with
by Ishaan Verma (Whalesbook) Toyota Kirloskar is urging India to adopt a customer-first economic model for flex-fuel vehicles, citing Brazil's success. The automaker argues that consumer savings at the pump, not just engineering, will drive ethanol adoption amidst rising crude oil prices
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