(World Bio Market Insights) NATO invests in dual-use biotech as Europe rearms -- Biotech is now a defence priority for NATO, according to the alliance’s Secretary General, Mark Rutte. Speaking at the first ever NATO Biotechnology Conference in October 2025, Rutte urged the
(Radicle Growth VC) The Radicle Corn Challenge will invest $1.75M in startups from around the world that are developing new uses for corn and creating new, durable demand across emerging markets and value chains. We are seeking technologies that can convert corn — and
(Engine Technology Forum) ... Advanced engines and fuels help customers meet their own economic and sustainability goals more effectively than ever before. Having achieved near-zero emissions and boosted efficiency across virtually all sizes and configurations, a key strength of engine technology is
by Alexei Beltyukov (Universal Fuel Technologies/Biomass Magazine) SAF: The Drop-In Solution Sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) offers a direct path to decarbonization by working within existing systems rather than requiring wholesale transformation. Produced from renewable feedstocks—including alcohols, used cooking oil, animal fats, municipal
(Toray) Toray Industries, Inc., announced today (January 9, 2026) that it has made significant progress in a one-year trial with an all-carbon carbon dioxide (CO₂) and methane separation membrane (see note 1) to remove carbon dioxide and moisture at the biogas
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) ... The bioeconomy doesn’t struggle for lack of ideas; it struggles when its parts refuse to move together. How systems collapse when timing, interfaces, and incentives fall out of sync. ... The news, around renewable 3-hydroxypropionic acid (3-HP), makes
(Viking Line) In 2025, Viking Line had 4.6 million passengers on its five vessels and transported a record volume of goods. The company strengthened its position on the Helsinki route, increased its use of biogas tenfold and presented a concept for
(Bioenergy Insight) India's Biotechnology Industry Research Assistance Council has announced a significant funding opportunity for organisations developing green hydrogen from biomass and other alternative feedstocks. The programme, operating under the National Green Hydrogen Mission, makes available INR 100 crore (approximately £10 million)
by Roberta Souza (Click Oil and Gas) Technology developed in the country promises to reduce diesel consumption, maintain engine power, and cut emissions in trucks, buses, and agricultural machinery. Brazilians have already become accustomed to the flex-fuel engine, which allows them to
(Graz University of Technology) Residual biomass from tomato production is turned into climate-friendly aviation fuel. The aim of the EU ToFuel project is to develop a waste-free and CO₂-neutral biorefinery concept that produces sustainable and economically competitive aviation fuel. Waste from tomato
(Manifold Times) Powered by B100 biodiesel, the vessel operated by Prestige Ocean Pte Ltd, captured data on bunker fuel emissions, marine fuel behaviour, and performance in the trial which began in July 2025 -- Local boat builder Pinnacle Marine (Singapore) Pte Ltd
Licella marked 2025 with major strategic shifts, including the full acquisition of Arbios Biotech and securing funding from Mitsubishi Chemical Group’s Diamond Edge Ventures. A landmark collaboration with Shell Catalysts & Technologies aims to scale global low-carbon biomass-to-biofuel solutions, specifically
Chris Hubbuch (Wisconsin Energy Institute/Agri-View) By combining two complementary techniques, University of Wisconsin-Madison scientists recently developed a way to efficiently pinpoint genes that help microbes tolerate harsh conditions found in industrial fermentations, technology that could enable breakthroughs in biotechnology. Microbes, such
(KITV) A new University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa study highlights how tiny freshwater organisms may one day be used to create biofuels, develop medicines, and support other human needs. Researchers Dr. Ty Shitanaka and PhD student Sally Do from the Department
(Chalmers University of Technology/EurekAlert!) A research team led by Chalmers University of Technology, Sweden, have presented a new way to produce hydrogen gas without the scarce and expensive metal platinum. Using sunlight, water and tiny particles of electrically conductive plastic, the
(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 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
(LanzaTech) Collaborative pilot at Kuji facility showcases robust ethanol yields using LanzaTech’s fermentation technology Achieved ethanol yields exceeding guaranteed performance for over 14 consecutive days at steady state Successfully operated on complex syngas streams with CO + H₂ contents as low as 40% Demonstrated robust
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) The Ukrainian Regenerative Bioeconomy Ecosystem (URBE) framework addresses the $100 billion in losses and 7.5 million hectares of damaged land in Ukraine. Leveraging Ukraine’s 40% share of Europe’s fertile soils, the initiative integrates science and finance
(The Korea Institute of Materials Science (KIMS) Google translation) Overcoming the limitations of rapid corrosion and wear of metal! --Overcoming the fatal limitation of ammonia that causes rapid corrosion and wear of metals Development of next-generation, highly corrosion- and wear-resistant carbon coating
(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
(MASH Makers) MASH Makes’ Upgraded CNSL fuel has passed acritical lab engine test that confirms its readiness for marine use without the reliability issues traditionally associated with CNSL-based fuels. In recent years, CNSL, a fuel made from cashew nut shell liquid (CNSL),
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
(Safety4Sea) VINSSEN has launched HYDRO ZENITH, Korea’s first hydrogen fuel cell–powered ship developed in compliance with the Ministry of Oceans and Fisheries’ Interim Standards. -- As explained, the launch ceremony took place on 18 December at VINSSEN’s land-based test facility in
by Krishna Pathak (Regtechtimes/MSN) Gold is helping scientists turn plant-based ethanol into valuable industrial chemicals by keeping a delicate reaction under control. When ethanol reacts too strongly with oxygen, it burns into carbon dioxide and wastes energy; however, with precise control,
by John Snyder (Riviera) South Korean engine builder, HHI-EMD tests ethanol on methanol dual-fuel engine platform, offering increased fuel flexibility -- With ethanol gaining interest among shipowners as potential alternative fuel, HD Hyundai Engine & Machinery (HHI-EMD) reported it has successfully tested
(IBP University) Food security and energy transition are often seen as two major agendas that are at odds with each other. However, cross institutional collaboration shows that both can be accelerated simultaneously through integrated research, innovation, and policies. This commitment was confirmed
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
(Manifold Times) Newbuilding will be deployed for the supply and transportation of liquid marine fuels, specifically biofuels and methanol, in Portuguese waters. Spanish shipowner Mureloil on Tuesday (30 December) said the company signed a contract with Astilleros de Murueta (Murueta Shipyards) to
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) Topsoe leads the HEFA market with 22 operating licensed units and 45 more in engineering. Their collaboration with NXT Clean Fuels aims for a world-scale complex in Oregon, targeting an ultra-low CI of 10.1 g C/MJ2.
(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)
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) Hexas accelerates biomass aggregation using XanoGrass, yielding 200 tons of XanoFiber™ from just 8 acres. This land-use efficiency is vital, as 2023 median farm income was –900 while 2025 corn losses are projected at 160 per acre.
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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
by Zhang Nannan (Chinese Academy of Sciences/Phys.Org) Researchers from the Institute of Applied Ecology of the Chinese Academy of Sciences have developed a "top-down" synthetic microbiome strategy to enrich microbial consortia capable of efficient lignin degradation from straw compost and straw-returning
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) GranBio utilizes its patented AVAP™ technology to produce Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) from various biomass residues, establishing a Net-Zero solution without immediate carbon capture. GranBio targets 1 billion gallons per year (GPY) capacity by 2040 by repurposing ten shuttered
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) Mango Materials is addressing plastic pollution by producing Polyhydroxyalkanoate (PHA), a biodegradable and often carbon negative material, under the brand YOPP™. This material is produced via a microbial process utilizing methane emissions, such as biogas captured from
(Bioengineer.org) ... Microalgae hold considerable potential for wastewater treatment while simultaneously serving as a biofuel feedstock, thereby facilitating an intriguing intersection of environmental science and bioenergy research. A recent study conducted by Jalalah et al. delves into this dual-functionality of microalgae,
by Jacob Lionberger and Joe Janzen (farmdoc daily) U.S. biodiesel and renewable diesel output has increased significantly in recent years and the outlook for future policy and production is strong (Hubbs and Irwin, 2025). Growth in biomass-based diesel (BBD) fuel output
by Quanyu Yin, Quanyu Yin, Zhengkang Zhu, Zhengkang Zhu, Yujia ChenYujia Chen Mengquan Yang (Frontiers in Plant Science) Tobacco has historically served as a high-value cash crop within the cigarette industry. However, increasing public health concerns and climate change mitigation objectives are
(Uniper) Strategic partnership further expanded; License packages for up to six commercial plants with a total capacity of 7,200 mtpd of ammonia; Joint goal: Establishment of a scalable hydrogen import infrastructure -- Uniper and thyssenkrupp Uhde have signed a framework agreement that lays the
(MIT News) Chemical engineers have found a simple way to make capturing carbon emissions from industrial plants more energy-efficient. -- Capturing carbon dioxide from industrial plants is an important strategy in the efforts to reduce the impact of global climate change. It’s
(UPM) UPM, a global leader in sustainable material solutions, has achieved an important milestone in the startup of production of commercial, wood-based chemicals in its Leuna biorefinery in Germany. The refinery, which is the largest industrial-scale investment in biochemicals in Europe,
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
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
(Bioenergy International) Germany-headed global specialty chemicals major Evonik Industries AG (Evonik) has announced that it has won two legal disputes, unquestionably securing EU and US patent rights for the company’s pioneering 3-stage biogas upgrading process with its "SEPURAN" Green membranes. In two
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) Integrated Dynamics focuses on next-generation biorefineries by leveraging rugged, naturally advantaged microbes known as hyperthermophiles. These microbes grow in temperatures above 85ºC, which implicitly excludes microbial contaminants—a critical advantage, as up to 10% of ethanol ferments are compromised. Hyperthermophiles
by Ayesha Tandon (Carbon Brief) The warming impact of hydrogen has been “overlooked” in projections of climate change, according to authors of the latest “global hydrogen budget”. The study, published in Nature, is the most comprehensive analysis yet of the global hydrogen cycle,
by Tony Harrington (GreenAir) Air New Zealand has commenced testing of a battery-electric BETA Alia CX300 aircraft, ahead of commercial evaluation of cargo flights with a second aircraft in 2027. Together with a technical team from the manufacturer, US-based BETA Technologies,
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) WSU led the NARA project, which achieved the first commercial flight using jet fuel derived from wood in 2016. Utilizing forest harvest residuals, the Northwest region has a total potential SAF production of 6.5 million bone
(Bioenergy International) UK waste plastic recovery technology developer Pyroplast Energy Ltd, currently trading as Clean Planet Technologies (CPTech), part of the Clean Planet Group, has announced that its core pyrolysis-oil upgrading process has now been formally patented in both the United
(Kuehne+Nagel Air Logistics) Support the market introduction of synthetic aviation fuels produced by Synhelion; Long-term offtake agreement provides Synhelion with planning security to scale its technology Kuehne+Nagel, one of the world’s leading logistics providers, and Swiss International Air Lines (SWISS), Switzerland’s premium airline,
by Hu Haoqiong (Cailian Press (Google translation)) “After a month of trial operation, the project has reached 70% to 80% of its production capacity. Based on this capacity level, the monthly production of green methanol can reach 3,000 tons,” Wang Bihui, Deputy General
(American Bureau of Shipping) American Bureau of Shipping (“ABS”), ENEOS Corporation (“ENEOS”), Nippon Yusen Kabushiki Kaisha (“NYK Line”), and SEACOR Holdings Inc. (“SEACOR”) have begun a joint study to develop a methanol bunkering*¹ and supply chain network along the U.S. Gulf
by Chris Hubbuch (Great Lakes Bioenergy Research Center) Making fuels and other products from plants requires treating the plant fibers to break apart sugars and other parts of the plant cell wall. The leftover liquid (or liquor) from the process must be
(Lummus Technology) Next phase of partnership will accelerate the availability of cost-effective green hydrogen. -- Lummus Technology, a global provider of process technologies and value-driven energy solutions, and Advanced Ionics, a low-cost green hydrogen technology provider, broke ground recently on a pilot
(Neste) Innovation has always been the engine behind renewable fuels. Today, it is more critical than ever – not only to scale up the production of renewable diesel and sustainable aviation fuel, but also to unlock the next generation of renewable
by James Darley (Sustainability Magazine) Johnson Matthey has opened a US$3.1m hydrogen internal combustion engine facility in Gothenburg to test emission control systems for heavy-duty transport Johnson Matthey has opened its first hydrogen internal combustion engine (H₂ICE) testing facility in Gothenburg, Sweden. The
(Chung-Ang University) This study presents a breakthrough in sustainable hydrogen production from seawater using chloride-resistant Ru nanocatalysts for direct electrolysis. The crystalline/amorphous Ru heterostructure exhibits 37× higher activity than commercial Pt catalysts in alkaline water electrolysis, enabling cost-effective hydrogen generation. By
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) ... After decades of laboratory work, pilot plants, and demonstrations, the sector is pivoting—decisively—from invention to execution. The chemistry has been proven. The technologies have been validated. What comes next is not about breakthroughs, but
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
(Haffner Energy) Haffner Energy announces the signing of a major strategic partnership in Canada, just weeks after unveiling its H6 product line to the public. This agreement marks a major breakthrough for the company and reverses the trend of a difficult
(Teagasc) Teagasc today, December 11th, announced the publication of a landmark research report assessing the potential for agriculture-based anaerobic digestion (AD) to support Ireland’s growing biomethane industry. The report, produced under the FLEET Project (Farm Level Economic, Environmental and Transport Modelling of
(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 Donald Danforth Plant Science Center (Newswise) Andrea Eveland, Ph.D., Principal Investigator and member at the Donald Danforth Plant Science Center, will lead a multi-institutional project to deepen the understanding of sorghum, a versatile bioenergy crop, and its response to environmental challenges.
(Mitsui O.S.K. Lines) Mitsubishi Shipbuilding Co., Ltd., a part of Mitsubishi Heavy Industries group, Imabari Shipbuilding Co., Ltd., "K" LINE, MOL, NYK Line, JMU and NSY have concluded a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to establish a standard design framework to efficiently
(BNDES News Agency (Google Translation)) With resources from BNDES Mais Inovação, FS will store underground the CO2 produced in the manufacture of corn ethanol in Lucas do Rio Verde (MT). -- The Brazilian Development Bank (BNDES) has approved R$ 384.3 million to
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
by Park Seong-su (Sisa Journal (Google Translation)) Expanding application areas, from hydrogen mobility to next-generation energy sources. -- Hyundai Motor Company plans to apply hydrogen technology across industries and develop new products. Hyundai Motor Company plans to build a hydrogen mobility ecosystem by
by Kapil Kajal (Interesting Engineering) The reactor design is classified as a fourth-generation nuclear system and is expected to have a 40-year operational lifespan. -- China plans to build the world’s first nuclear-powered container ship, a project that could change commercial shipping as
(Bioengineer.org) In the evolving landscape of materials science, researchers have made significant strides in understanding the complexities of zirconium ferrite, particularly in its application within advanced photonic and electrochemical domains. The latest study published in Ionics explores a novel biofuel-assisted combustion
by Katie Schroeder (Ethanol Producer Magazine) ... A self-evident truth for any ethanol producer, the science of fermentation makes ethanol production possible. However, today’s advanced yeast enable production to run at a scale hard to imagine 20 years ago. Today, genetically
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) The Road to Methanol, we go inside the technical and commercial blueprint that is redefining what’s possible at scale. Beaver Lake demonstrates how proven gasification technology, robust feedstock supply, and bankable offtake converge into a replicable model — one capable
(Moeve) During an event held today (December 5, 2025) at Moeve's headquarters, the company and the Universidad Politécnica de Madrid (UPM) signed an agreement to create the first Green Molecules Innovation Chair, a pioneering collaborative space created with the aim
(Abundia Global Impact Group) Abundia advances its licensing agreement by delivering site notification to Alterra Energy for the deployment of its plastics liquefactions technology at Abundia's Cedar Port Renewable Energy Complex -- Abundia Global Impact Group, Inc. (NYSE American: AGIG) ("Abundia" or
by Charles Alcock (AIN Online) French start-up Beyond Aero has laid out plans for the factory in which it intends to manufacture its in-development hybrid-electric business jet. Yesterday, the Toulouse-based company released a feasibility study developed with architectural specialists at Porsche
(Bell Textron) In collaboration with Safran Helicopter Engines, Bell shares long-term success with using SAF on the Bell 505 -- Bell Textron Inc., a Textron Inc. (NYSE: TXT) company, announced during European Rotors 2025 that a single, dedicated Bell 505 has surpassed 700 flight hours using
(Qatar News Agency/Biobased Diesel Daily) Qatar has announced five new research projects aimed at accelerating the development of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) as the country steps up efforts to curb emissions from one of the world’s fastest-growing industries. The ministry of environment
(Novonesis/Ethanol Producer Magazine) Novonesis proudly introduces its latest industrial yeast advancement to the Innova platform of biosolutions for the biofuels industry. Innova Nitro follows the recent success of Innova Eclipse and Eclipse-L launches, continuing to solidify Novonesis as the ethanol industry’s
by Daniela Neves (Unioeste) Evandro Benincá, a doctoral student in Energy and Materials at Unioeste Toledo, is developing research that promises to innovate in the field of renewable energies. In partnership with the Federal University of Rio Grande do Sul (UFRGS) and
(Cruise Industry News) Everllence has confirmed the running on ethanol, at all load points, of its 21/31 dual-fuel engine at test facilities in Frederikshavn, Denmark. Everllence pioneered the two-stroke methanol-burning engine platform over a decade ago, with the first commercial engine entering
(Seoul National University) - Water purification and hydrogen generation achieved simultaneously via nanoelectrokinetic ion concentration polarization; - Promising for use in infrastructure-limited environments such as disaster sites, spacecraft, and military operations; - Published in Communications Materials, an international journal in materials science Seoul
by Lior Kahana (PV Magazine) Researchers in the United States found that shading from agrivoltaic systems reduces grain numbers in both sorghum and soybean, but sorghum can partially compensate by increasing grain weight while soybean cannot. The study shows that sorghum and
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) SunGas deploys the proven UGAS® S1000 biomass gasification technology to transform forest residues into low- to negative-carbon fuels. The S1000 efficiently processes biomass to high-purity syngas, achieving greater than 97% overall carbon conversion. The flagship Beaver
by Mark Dorenkamp (Brownfield Ag News) Some farmers are considering crop rotation changes to tap into the sustainable aviation fuel market. Minnesota Farm Bureau president Carolyn Olson says there are growers in her state looking to grow winter camelina as a SAF
(Maersk) Summary: Maersk continues to explore options to diversify its low-emission fuel portfolio by testing ethanol in a dual-fuel methanol engine. Maersk to trial 50/50 ethanol-methanol blend on the vessel Laura Mærsk Initial E10 test confirmed safe integration and strong performance Ethanol offers another scalable,
(GEODIS) GEODIS, a global leader in transport and logistics, has announced the launch of the region’s first cross-border trucking operation to be powered by Neste MY Renewable Diesel™, marking a major milestone in the decarbonization of its regional road network. The pilot
(Concawe) Report no. 10/25: Advanced biofuels are expected to play a key role in the decarbonisation of the European transport sector, particularly in hard-to-abate segments such as aviation, maritime transport, and heavy-duty road vehicles. To support the EU’s climate neutrality objectives
(Greenlyte Carbon Technologies) Greenlyte Carbon Technologies is inaugurating the worldwide first LiquidSolar SNG plant in Duisburg, marking a decisive step from development towards industrial production of synthetic fuels (e-fuels). This milestone positions Greenlyte as a technology leader for innovative, competitive new
(Peruvian Association of Shipping Agents (Google translation)) A South Korean company has unveiled its newly patented design for a fuel supply vessel that can deliver multiple fuels. Sun Comprehensive Energy's bunker ship can transport LNG, methanol, ammonia, and hydrogen from a single
by Eric Schmid (St. Louis Magazine) ... Biofuels, such as those refined from the fats and oils from certain seed crops or even used cooking oil, offer a compelling alternative to traditional fuels—and electric batteries, too. ... Global demand is growing for alternative
(DNV) DNV has awarded an Approval in Principle (AiP) to the joint consortium of MSC, Zhoushan Changhong International, and CIMC ORIC for a new 21,700 TEU ammonia-dual fueled ultra-large container ship design. The AiP is another milestone in the development of
(Norsepower) Norsepower, the leading provider of mechanical sails for large vessels, and Idemitsu Tanker Co., Ltd., the shipping arm of Idemitsu Kosan, have announced their agreement to equip two Very Large Crude Carriers (VLCCs) with the Norsepower Rotor Sail™. The vessels,
by Jim Kendrick (Biofuels Digest) In China, CCTV reported Marintec China opened December 2 in Shanghai, bringing together over 2,200 exhibitors from more than 40 countries and regions. China’s first ammonia fueled medium speed engine and the world’s first marine ammonia-hydrogen engine
( Biochar Editorial Office, Shenyang Agricultural University/Biomass Magazine) A new study from researchers at the University of Western Australia and Universitas Brawijaya has found that adding biochar to advanced food waste recycling systems can significantly increase the clean energy yields of hydrogen
(Tsinghua University Press/EurekAlert!) Electrocatalytic CO2 reduction reaction (CO2RR) is an effective approach for converting CO2 into high-value chemicals and promoting carbon cycling. Among CO2RR products, ethylene (C2H4), as a crucial industrial feedstock, holds extensive market demand and significant economic value. Copper (Cu)-based catalysts
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) Praio is commercializing patented artificial Protocells for intensified biomanufacturing, merging the advantages of whole-cell efficiency and cell-free flexibility. This platform improves reaction rates >10x and is stable over four months. The technology has demonstrated 1L scale
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) ... For more than a decade now, two far-flung friends—Denmark’s Novonesis and Australia’s MicroBioGen—have been working together like Woody and Buzz on their best day. And let me tell you: they haven’t just changed the yeast
by Paul Menser (Idaho National Laboratory) Turning materials like wood chips, crop residues and municipal solid waste into fuels and chemicals is important for our country’s energy independence. Over the past two decades, the U.S. Department of Energy Bioenergy Technologies Office laid
(Expander Energy) Expander Energy Inc. (“Expander”) is pleased to announce that a letter of intent has been signed with East Fraser Fiber Co. Ltd. (“East Fraser”) to secure the required biomass feedstock and land for the Mackenzie Biofuel Project, a proposed Biomass
(NEG8 Carbon) Irish Direct Air Capture (DAC) company, NEG8 Carbon, has signed a contract for Phase 1 of a major project in the UK to develop large-scale Sustainable Aviation Fuel (eSAF) production using a low-carbon energy source. This paves the way
(Verso Energy/Biobased Diesel Daily) Verso Energy announced Nov. 17 its selection of Rely to deliver the front-end engineering design (FEED) for the DEZiR electro sustainable aviation fuel (eSAF) project in Petit-Couronne, Normandie, France. This step follows the memorandum of understanding signed earlier
(Be8/Biobased Diesel Daily) Brazil-based biodiesel producer Be8 announced in November that it and Mercedes-Benz do Brasil collected significant data in comparative tests evaluating 100 percent biofuel in Euro 6 engines equipped with BlueTec 6 technology. The “Rota Sustentável COP30” covered more than
(Auramarine) Auramarine, a leading fuel supply systems expert, has been selected to deliver advanced fuel supply systems for three new RoPax vessels ordered by Finnlines, further strengthening the companies’ commitment to cleaner shipping and innovation. Auramarine delivers methanol, biofuels and HFO
(Hydron Energy/PR Newswire) Hydron Energy Inc. announced today (December 1, 2025) that it has received funding from NGIF Accelerator to support demonstration of its INTRUPTor™ solution for single stage low-cost landfill biogas upgrading at the Bailey Landfill in Chilliwack, B.C., Canada.
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) iMicrobes presents a highly compelling claim: producing net-zero, cost-advantaged acrylic acid from ethanol, overcoming historical cost barriers in biobased materials. Their novel finding is a simplified, scalable downstream processing route leading to an average gross profit margin of
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) ... Thermosets. The epoxies in your laptop. The silicones in cosmetics. The polyesters in fashion. The vulcanized rubbers in your tires. The adhesives, sealants, composites, and structural resins that bind modern life together. They are
by Kamil Kaluski (The Drive) Just like how racing is a testbed for road car performance, IMSA and Michelin think it can help make driving more sustainable without losing the fun. --- ... In the same way that racing has created real engineering
by Caitlin Clark (Texas A&M Unversity Stories) The process uses water and pressure to remove carbon dioxide from emissions at half the cost of current methods. -- A new, low-cost method for capturing carbon dioxide emissions from power plants and industrial facilities relies
(European Federation for Transport and Environment (T&E)) T&E commissioned ERM to carry out a study looking at CO2 transportation for e-fuels production in Europe T&E commissioned the consultancy ERM to look at the critical role of CO2 sourcing and transport infrastructure for e-fuels production in Europe. They
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) Vertimass’s novel CADO Technology presents a compelling biofuels breakthrough, converting alcohols to gasoline, jet fuel, and chemicals in a single step without requiring hydrogen. This drastically lowers production costs. Ambitious results include the 2024 EPA registration of VertiGas20, a
(Lloyd's Register) A new industry report reveals how nuclear propulsion creates competitive advantage for both operators and charterers through superior economics and performance. -- Nuclear-powered containerships have the potential to eliminate bunker costs, cut greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions and deliver faster transit
(International Shipping Network/EWorldShip (Google translation) On the morning of November 25th, Jiangsu Qinfeng Shipbuilding Co., Ltd. held a ceremony to mark the successful launch of the "Innovation 19," China's first 15,000-ton methanol-powered river-sea direct bulk carrier. As a significant milestone in
(Antara) East Kalimantan’s Regional Research and Innovation Agency (BRIDA) is partnering with private companies to develop sacha inchi as a nutritional tool to combat stunting and as a renewable energy source. “We are collaborating with firms like Kideco to explore local potential,
(University of Bayreuth) An international research team led by the University of Bayreuth has developed an innovative method for producing green hydrogen directly from seawater – without the use of additional reagents. The researchers report their groundbreaking findings in the prestigious
(Baleària) The eNomad system, developed by Methanol Reformer, will allow the production of renewable hydrogen from methanol to generate auxiliary electrical power. -- This is a pioneering project in Europe, which will turn the ferry that connects Ibiza and Formentera into a
by David Danelski (University of California, Riverside) The E15 blend tested by UCR will also lower gasoline prices, says Governor’s office -- California residents will soon get some price relief at the pump and reductions in harmful vehicle emissions, thanks in part to
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest/Digest Connect) From the Transcript: ... We are back for this launch episode of our seventh season. We started in the uncertain days of COVID. The wheel continues to turn for the bioeconomy 00:17 and the world, yet
(RETEMA) The team from the University of Jaén has managed to reduce up to 94% of the contaminants in olive mill water and obtain biomass rich in carbohydrates, proteins and lipids for biofuels, fertilizers and cosmetics -- A team from the Department of
by Marta Nogueira (Reuters) Mining company Vale said on Tuesday it has made progress in initiatives aimed at reducing emissions from its off-road trucks, with trials of these vehicles powered by higher blends of biodiesel in diesel, as well as other battery-powered
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) Cascadia aims to lead global aviation decarbonization by achieving an ambitious goal of 1 billion gallons of locally produced SAF by 2035. This compelling regional public-private effort targets scaling production and cost parity by transforming infrastructure, policy,
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) ... A conference room near Gate C-17, George Bush Intercontinental Airport, Houston. No corn. No tractors. But the same kind of revelation. BioMADE CEO Doug Friedman remembers it clearly—it was 2019, before BioMADE was even official,
(Minnesota Corn Growers Association) With support from Minnesota Corn, Professor Paul Dauenhauer is exploring the corn-to-methanol pathway for biofuels. -- Modern corn ethanol is a marvel of clean fuel production, harnessing the energy of the sun to make a single seed into
(BurCell Technologies/Access Newswire) Strategic Alliance Combines Innovative Material Processing with Renewable Energy Technology to Transform Municipal Solid Waste into Valuable Resources -- BurCell® Technologies, a leader in sustainable waste management and renewable energy solutions, today announced a strategic partnership with eFACTOR3, a premier
(Bio Energy Times) Emirates and ENOC Group have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to explore supplying Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) at scale to Emirates at its Dubai hub. The agreement, signed during the Dubai Airshow, brings together the UAE’s largest airline
by Morgan Ahlstrom (Nebraska TV) Three professors at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln have received a $1.6 million grant from the U.S. Department of Energy to research microexons in sorghum, the fifth most globally produced cereal grain. Professor Chi Zhang explained that
by Pearl Daniels (Rush Lane) Mahindra is the world’s largest tractor manufacturer by volume. Today (November 21, 2025), they have presented a full lineup of next-generation alternate-fuel tractors and farm technologies at Agrovision 2025 in Nagpur. ... Mahindra’s New Alternate Fuel Tractor Lineup
(Brookhaven National Laboratory/Newswise) Precursor for degradable plastics among products of poplar trees engineered to boost bioenergy and bio-manufacturing -- A team led by scientists at the U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE) Brookhaven National Laboratory has engineered poplar trees to produce valuable chemicals
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) ... In practical terms, Aspire is a mild, distillable solvent pretreatment system designed to dissolve lignin—the structural “glue” of plant biomass—without degrading the cellulose or hemicellulose. Unlike conventional pretreatment methods that rely on harsh acids, steam
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) NXTClean Fuels and the Cascadia SAF Accelerator are collaborating to lead aviation decarbonization, centered on the Columbia River Hub in Oregon. The ambitious plan calls for an Ultra-low fossil HEFA Refinery with a world-scale production capacity
(Allseas) €130 billion boost to the Dutch economy and up to 40,000 new jobs by 2050; €12 billion in savings in grid investments by reducing grid congestion; 65 megatonnes CO₂ reduction annually by 2050 – equivalent to 3.5 million
(Everllence) New B&W ME-LGIA ammonia dual-fuel engine sets new benchmark in zero-carbon propulsion and digitally-connected performance – now open for newbuilding orders -- At a two-day event in Copenhagen with over 300 attendees representing all sectors of the maritime industry, Everllence has unveiled its
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) ... Like Doc Brown feeding banana peels into a DeLorean, Raven’s tech feeds waste into a reformer and pulls hydrogen from the trash society leaves behind. And as if stolen from a climate-themed rewrite of National Treasure, the
(Coalition for Clean Air) On Wednesday, October 29, 2025, Coalition for Clean Air (CCA) joined RockeTruck and Cal State LA for the public unveiling of a game-changing innovation: a hydrogen-powered Mobile Fuel Cell Generator (MFCG) that can charge electric vehicles and deliver
(University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign/Phys.Org) While annual cropping systems such as maize/soy rotation perpetuate soil organic carbon (SOC) loss, perennial crops have been found to contribute to SOC increases. However, most perennial crop studies have been short-term, resulting in incomplete understanding
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) Terragia harnesses “better biology” to produce low-carbon ethanol from cellulosic biomass, aiming for a cost below petroleum-based fuels. Their novel finding is engineering thermophilic anaerobic bacteria which demonstrate superior fiber deconstruction capability, solubilizing 95% of corn fiber without
(Bunker Index) Facility will initially serve Windcat's Hydrocat 48 as part of EU-funded demonstration project. -- JERA Nex bp has commissioned a hydrogen bunkering facility at the Port of Ostend that will refuel vessels serving the offshore wind industry. The Ostend Hydrogen Refuelling
(Feadship) The 118.80-metre Breakthrough has been named Ship of the Year 2025 by the Royal Dutch Association of Technicians in Shipping (KNVTS) at the Maritime Awards Gala in Rotterdam. The award recognises a defining moment in yacht innovation and Dutch maritime excellence. For this
(Haffner Energy) This first US engagement marks a strategic step in Haffner Energy’s international growth and renewable fuels deployment Project developer OroCarbo has selected Haffner Energy’s SYNOCA® 20 MW module for integration into a 100 tonnes/day biomethanol project in California, using Maverick Synfuels’ syngas-to-methanol
(Biofuels International) When the aviation industry talks about cutting carbon, the conversation inevitably turns to sustainable aviation fuel (SAF). Long seen as one of the most promising routes to decarbonising flight, SAF has historically struggled with scalability, cost and complexity. However, in a
(LanzaJet) LanzaJet’s Freedom Pines Fuels achieves ASTM on-spec jet fuel production and full plant operation with breakthrough that serves as a beacon of hope for innovators, farmers, fuel producers, and aviation -- LanzaJet, Inc., a leading next-gen fuels technology company and fuels producer,
(Mercedes-Benz) • On an experimental basis, the objective is to compare the greenhouse gas emission levels of the Euro 6 engines that equip the Actros Evolution 2553 6x2 truck and the O 500 RSDD 8x2 coach, fueled by B15 commercial diesel and
(Farms.com) Minnesota Corn Funds Innovative Biofuel Efficiency Research -- A new project funded by Minnesota Corn is aiming to revolutionize the way corn is used for renewable fuel. Professor Paul Dauenhauer, a chemical engineering researcher at the University of Minnesota, is leading
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) OMC introduces a compelling, next-generation technology providing low-cost, low-carbon hydrogen and fuels designed for industrial scale. Their core innovation is a highly durable, multi-functional oxygen carrier that achieves over 90% balance of plant energy efficiency. This process
(Shanghai Metal Market) Researchers at Tsinghua University have innovatively utilized renewable soy protein to develop a high-performance solid-state electrolyte. This material forms a robust and flexible three-dimensional network structure, enabling the battery to stably cycle over 800 times at 120°C while
(Neste) The European Commission announced funding for 61 cutting-edge technology projects on 3 November, 2025. Neste's SCOOP (Sustainable Co-Processing of Challenging Raw materials) project was among the five Finnish projects selected for funding from a total of 359 applications. Neste’s SCOOP project
(HyOrc) HyOrc Corporation (OTC: HYOR), a clean-energy technology company developing multi-fuel engines and waste-to-methanol systems, today announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Zeltech (Zero Emissions Locomotive Technologies) to jointly develop and deploy HyOrc’s hydrogen-ready gas-engine locomotives in
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