(Infinium/PR Newswire) Proposal submitted jointly with American Airlines, who will take delivery of and use eSAF from Project Atlas -- Infinium and the Sustainable Aviation Buyers Alliance (SABA) today (April 8, 2026) announced that Infinium's Project Atlas has been selected to supply
(Eslinger Biofuels) Institutional Partnership Establishes Long-Term Credit Monetization Platform. $48M+ Agreement • 5-Year Term - 5MM GPY - Expansion Targeted for 2028 -- California has lost more than 300,000 barrels per day of refining capacity since 2020. Into that gap steps Eslinger Biofuels.
by Tessa Schmitz (Soliton/Ethanol Producer Magazine) By contrast, hemicellulose has often been treated as a secondary component: acknowledged and estimated, but rarely measured and considered with the same rigor and consistency as cellulose. As the ethanol industry continues to push toward higher
by Susanne Retka Schill (Ethanol Producer Magazine) ... Ethanol Producer Magazine checked in for progress updates on six projects reported upon in recent months that will collectively represent capacity expansion of approximately 200 MMgy over the next couple of years. POET Bioprocessing-Shelbyville POET is
by Rafael Walendorff (Globo Rural — Brasília/Valor International) Measure could better serve farmers, mitigate diesel supply shock stemming from Middle East war, Congressman Arnaldo Jardim says -- ... Congressman Arnaldo Jardim, vice-president of the Parliamentary Agricultural Front (FPA), said Tuesday (7) that
by Daniel Lazar (Energy Industry Review) Doru Avramescu, CEO of Roserv Green Energy, talks about the Onesti Complex—how an industrial giant is being reborn and becoming an energy hub for Eastern Europe: from a strategic refinery to an integrated energy ecosystem. Doru
(EcoCeres) EcoCeres has launched a pilot with GDS Holdings Ltd to use HVO as a low carbon replacement for conventional diesel in data center backup power. EcoCeres Inc., a leading pure-play renewable fuel producer, has launched a pilot with GDS Holdings Ltd
(Pertamina) Pertamina New & Renewable Energy (Pertamina NRE) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the U.S. Grains & BioProducts Council (USGBC) on Friday (27/03/26), to strengthen collaboration in bioethanol development in Indonesia through joint studies, knowledge exchange, and capacity building
(Allied Biofuels/Globe Newswire) Allied Biofuels FE LLC and the Khorezm Region Government of the Republic of Uzbekistan have executed a binding Project Implementation Agreement (PIA), marking a historic turning point in the development of Central Asia’s most consequential clean energy undertaking.
by Marta Nogueira and Fernando Cardoso (Reuters/Kitco News) Brazilian miner Vale has signed a 25-year charter deal with China’s Shandong Shipping Corporation, which will build the world’s first two transoceanic ethanol-powered vessels under the agreement, a Vale executive told Reuters on
(Vault 44.01) Vault 44.01 Ltd. ("Vault"), a market leader in the development of carbon capture and sequestration (CCS) projects, today announced that the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Region 5 has issued a final Underground Injection Control (UIC) Class VI permit
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) ... Persistence itself. Not the assurance of survival. Not the clarity of a path. But the quiet condition that: something must continue. Perhaps that fourth presence was not mysterious at all. It was the relational field held under
(Oak Ridge National Laboratory) Gevo, an advanced biofuels company based in Colorado, has licensed two patented catalyst technologies from the U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE) Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) for use in the production of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF). “This partnership
by Alfitria Nefi Pratiwi (Tempo English) Indonesia-owned fertilizer company Pupuk Indonesia is planning to build two methanol facilities to support the government's biodiesel program, or B50, said president director Rahmad Pribadi. "We will build one in Lhokseumawe and another in Bontang," Rahmad said during a meeting
(Axens) Global technology licensor to provide complete SAF and CO₂ capture suite; collaboration supports development roadmap for Southern Energy Renewables Southern Energy Renewables Inc. ("Southern"), a U.S.-based producer of low-cost fuels made from biomass, with a flagship Louisiana project that plans to
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) GIC Group introduced “Commodity Plus Carbon” (CPC), a novel financial instrument designed to make biomass supply chains investable. The most newsworthy aspect is how CPC functions as a hybrid between a commodity futures contract and a
(Swan Defense and Heavy Industry) SDHI and Energy ONE Limited have signed a shipbuilding contract to build four (4) 92,500 DWT bulk carriers -- In a landmark development for India’s green shipbuilding ambitions, Swan Defence and Heavy Industries Limited (SDHI) has
(Guangxi Cloud - Guangxi Daily/GZW.Guilin (Google Translation)) On March 26, the Management Committee of Zixing Economic Development Zone, Hunan Province, and Dongjiang Lake Tourism Development Group, together with core enterprises in the industrial chain such as Hunan Tiancheng Hydrogen Energy,
(Jan De Nul) Jan De Nul has launched another next level high-performance vessel: the William Thomson, one of two identical subsea cable‑laying vessels currently under construction. Both vessels have a cargo capacity of 28,000 tonnes and a length of 215 metres.
(Sawgrass LNG & Power/PR Newswire) Sawgrass LNG & Power today (April 7, 2026) announced the successful completion of the first-ever shore-to-ship liquefied natural gas (LNG) bunkering operation at Port Everglades in Fort Lauderdale on March 26, 2026, fueling the Ritz-Carlton Yacht
(World Fuel Services) A first in the US for over the water methanol bunkering -- World Fuel Services, in collaboration with West Coast Clean Fuels, has established a proven methanol bunkering capability available to vessel owners and operators across U.S. ports. The
(Renewable Fuels Association) The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s data, analysis and research are the “gold standard” among international statistical agencies for agriculture, the Renewable Fuels Association said in comments submitted today in response to a USDA request for information on opportunities, challenges, and
by Alison Sider (Wall Street Journal) Airline’s 2012 acquisition of Pennsylvania refinery has been called both prescient and pointless -- Since 2012, Delta Air Lines DAL -2.06%decrease; red down pointing triangle has been the owner of a Pennsylvania refinery that processes crude into fuel. Over the years, the investment
(Optimus Technologies) Optimus Technologies, Inc. ("Optimus") and Sunoil Biodiesel B.V. ("Sunoil") have entered into a commercial partnership to accelerate adoption of 100% biodiesel (B100) across heavy-duty fleets in the Netherlands. This partnership marks Optimus' entrance into the European market and establishes
(Minnesota Bio-Fuels Association) The Minnesota Bio-Fuels Association (MN Bio-Fuels) is encouraging fuel retailers to apply for new grant funding from the Minnesota Department of Agriculture’s (MDA) Agricultural Growth, Research, and Innovation (AGRI) Bio-Fuels Infrastructure Program to expand access to E15, also known as Unleaded 88. MDA
(Carboninsets) Carboninsets, the independent matchmaker service for verified Environmental Attribute Certificates (EACs), has launched a digital marketplace to support global transactions of high-quality EACs in hard-to-abate sectors, starting with transportation. The marketplace brings together qualified demand and verified EAC supply from
(BioCycle Magazine) The U.S. Department of Agriculture has extended its pause on loan guarantees for biodigester and controlled environment agriculture (CEA) projects, signaling growing concern over project performance and lending risk within these sectors. In an April 6 Unnumbered Letter, USDA’s Rural Business
(BBI International/Biomass Magazine) At the 2026 International Biomass Conference & Expo, BBI International and Biomass Magazine recognized outstanding contributions to the bioenergy industry by naming Alicia Gibson, Rudi Roeslein and Cold Steppe Inc. as recipients of the 2026 International Biomass Conference & Expo’s prestigious
(Perpetual Next) Perpetual Next has selected Bilfinger Engineering & Consultancy as lead consultant for its Methanol Moerdijk project, a planned biomethanol facility in the Port of Moerdijk, the Netherlands. The appointment covers environmental impact assessment and permitting support for the development
by Shashank Pathak (Entrackr) ECOIL, a platform focused on collection and disposal of used cooking oil, has raised around $2.5 million in a Series A funding round led by Fundalogical Ventures. The round also saw participation from Caspian Impact Investment, Momentum Capital, and
(REN) Rede Eléctrica Nacional S.A., in its capacity as a Guarantees of Origin Issuing Entity (EEGO), carried out on March 20 the first issuance of Guarantees of Origin (GO) for biomethane produced in Portugal. This issuance marks a new milestone in
by Jefferson dos Santos Estevo* (Advanced Biofuels USA) The recent escalation of tensions involving USA, Israel and Iran, has reignited volatility in global oil markets and is already producing tangible effects on Brazil’s aviation sector. The risk to strategic routes such as
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory announced the “BioCircular Valley,” a major 5-year project funded by Schmidt Sciences and FFAR to address agricultural supply chain inefficiencies. Partnering with UC Berkeley, UC Davis, and the USDA, the initiative tackles
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) ... “Three million metric tons a year,” she says. “That’s how much petroleum-based superabsorbent polymer the world uses in hygiene products. Diapers, pads. Materials that perform for hours… and persist for centuries.” The drone hesitates—then zooms in
(American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy (ACEEE)) Building electric charging stations for heavy-duty trucks is a far more cost-effective way to decarbonize the heavy-duty freight sector than building hydrogen fueling stations, according to new research from the American Council for an Energy-Efficient
by Cindy Zimmerman (Energy.AgWired.com) The Iowa Renewable Fuels Association (IRFA) recently submitted comments in response to the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) request for information on the Clean School Bus (CSB) Program. The EPA sought feedback on a broad range of fuel options
The Environmental and Energy Study Institute (EESI) and Climate Central invite you to a briefing to discuss a key underpinning of the U.S. economy: publicly-available weather and climate data. Federal data is used as an input to weather models that are essential to public
by Aastha Singh* (Environmental and Energy Study Institute) ... • Aluminum provides a pathway to clean hydrogen production as researchers work to turn aluminum powder, pellets, or scraps into a portable, clean, and efficient hydrogen gas source—without any greenhouse gas emissions. Portable hydrogen
(Volvo) Volvo has begun on-road testing of heavy trucks powered by hydrogen combustion engines. Volvo’s hydrogen solution is industry-leading, and the commercial launch is planned before 2030. -- Volvo is taking another step towards net-zero CO2 emissions transport by starting on‑road trials
(Chevron) Dave Slade, Principal Biofuels Scientist at Chevron, recently appeared on Freightwaves’ NetZero Podcast to answer fleet operations and fuel procurement teams’ questions. In this interview Slade covers: How fuel flexibility can be a strategic advantage for fleets How to choose the right fuel
(Federal Transit Administration) The Federal Transit Administration (FTA) announces the opportunity to apply for $105 million in competitive grants for the Fiscal Year (FY) 2026 Passenger Ferry Program, $98 million in competitive grants for the Electric or Low-Emitting Ferry Pilot Program
by Rajneesh Tyagi (The Pioneer) India's ongoing Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) crisis has exposed the vulnerability of the country's cooking fuel supply chain, prompting renewed calls for diversification and a stronger push toward domestic alternatives such as ethanol. The disruption stems
(Agroicone/PR Newswire) New research shows that expanding ethanol production from Brazil's second crop corn can support the growth of sustainable aviation fuel while limiting land-use change and greenhouse gas emissions. SÃO PAULO, April 2, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The expansion of ethanol production from Brazil's
(Velocys/PR Newswire) Sustainable fuel technology provider Velocys and Varhad Capital Pvt Ltd (Varhad), an India-based Biofuel and Carbon Dioxide Removal (CDR) project development company, today announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to advance a new generation of biomass-to-Sustainable
(SCF Global) • XCF Global and Axens North America's Commercial Collaboration Agreement is intended to enable scalable deployment of renewable fuels. Each party will contract independently with project developers, with no joint venture, agency relationship, or exchange of confidential technical information between the
by Subramani Ra Mancombu (The Hindu Business Line) BiofuelCircle has created a growing network of rural enterprises linked to the biomass supply chain, says Suhas Baxi, company’s co-founder and CEO -- Pune-based BiofuelCircle, a five-year-old start-up that has launched a unique farm-to-fuel
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) Topsoe outlined its commitment to leading the transition to a net-zero future, backing this ambition by investing 8.6% of its $1 billion revenue into R&D. The most newsworthy development is Topsoe’s fast-track commercialization program for Sustainable
by Rachel Sparkhall (Hutan Bio) A newly identified marine microalga called Sphaerica is set to bolster sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) feedstock supply, offering refiners worldwide a scalable, and independent oil stream for HEFA, SAF and renewable diesel. The Growing SAF Feedstock Challenge For much of
by Chris Hubbuch (Great Lakes Bioenergy Research Center) Drought stress during growth makes switchgrass hardier but compromises biofuel production -- ... While switchgrass can survive droughts, scientists don’t fully understand how drought affects the plant’s growth or downstream biofuel production. In this
(Metafuels/Biobased Diesel Daily) Metafuels announced April 1 that its Dutch subsidiary, Metafuels Nederland B.V., has been awarded a 1.92-million-euro (USD$2.23 million) grant. The grant comes from the Netherlands Enterprise Agency (RVO) under the TSE Industry Studies-Hydrogen & Green Chemistry program (GroenvermogenNL), supporting
(ResourceWise) ... Today, stakeholders are facing a different reality: margins that move unexpectedly, signals that seem to conflict, and outcomes that are harder to explain. This holds true even with more data at hand than ever before. So, the burning question is
(INERATEC) The German cleantech company INERATEC and the French industrial group TERTU have formed the joint venture T.H2, marking a major step toward the development of a common synthetic fuel production plant to be located near Caen in Normandy. The plant will be
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) Ariel Green, a division of Ariel Re (Lloyd’s of London), introduced specialized insurance products designed to bridge the “First-of-a-Kind” (FOAK) gap for net-zero technology projects. The most newsworthy aspect is their deployment of Technology Performance Insurance,
(Zemo Partnership) Zemo Partnership today announces the launch of RFAS Aviation, a new voluntary assurance scheme designed to provide independent verification of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) across the UK supply chain. The scheme responds to a critical industry need for a harmonised
(ACT News) • Volvo has begun real-world testing of hydrogen combustion engine trucks, targeting a commercial launch before 2030. HPDI technology enables diesel-like performance while improving efficiency and reducing fuel consumption. Hydrogen combustion is positioned for long-haul and infrastructure-constrained operations where battery-electric may
(University of Sheffield) A new way of making sustainable aviation fuel that could cut the reliance on used cooking oil as a feedstock, has been developed by a team of engineers led by the University of Sheffield An international team of engineers,
(FIDEM Energy) Strategic Partnership Will Boost Domestic Renewable Natural Gas Production -- FIDEM Energy LLC (“FIDEM”), a developer of biogas‑to‑energy projects, today announced a strategic partnership with Japan-based Sojitz Corporation to advance U.S. renewable natural gas (“RNG”) production. Based in East Tennessee, FIDEM
(MAIRE) The plant is designed to produce 60,000 tonnes per year of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) entirely from domestic bio-feedstocks; The award supports the development of Indonesia’s SAF industry MAIRE announces that Nextchem, through its subsidiary KT Tech, has been awarded a contract for early engineering
(Honeywell) Phelan Green, through its clean fuels subsidiary Phelan eFuels, today (April 1, 2026) announced it has selected Honeywell’s renewable fuel process technology for its planned electro‑sustainable aviation fuel (eSAF) facility in Saldanha Bay, Western Cape, South Africa. Phelan eFuels will deploy Honeywell
(China Classification Society (Google Translation)) Recently, the first domestically built 2,000-ton hydrogen fuel cell-powered distribution vessel, to be inspected by the China Classification Society (CCS), officially commenced construction at Guangdong Zhaohai Shipbuilding Co., Ltd. The vessel is a joint investment
By Joanne Ivancic* (Advanced Biofuels USA) Is your company looking to transition to renewable fuels? Perhaps for power generators? Advanced Biofuels USA recently got this email request: I am looking to convert our 5 Generac generators to run on biodiesel. I
by Jim Kendrick (Biofuels Digest) In India, the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways said four major ports have placed work orders for electric tugs under its Green Tug Transition Program, part of a wider push under the Harit Sagar Green
(Aker Solutions) Aker Solutions has been awarded a front-end engineering and design (FEED) contract by KN Energies to support the development of the company’s CO₂ transshipment terminal infrastructure project in Klaipėda, Lithuania. The project forms part of the CCS Baltic Consortium, which
(World Bio Market Insights) As successful developers of multiple novel technologies, the Fluid Quip Technologies team knows what it takes to go from brilliant ideas to full scale technical facilities. Learn how our team worked through development, risks, and scale-up of
(Center for Climate Strategies) The Center for Climate Strategies is leading a landmark statewide analysis in Maryland to assess the economic and fiscal impacts of climate change. Formally titled “Climate Change Adaptation and Mitigation – Total Assessed Cost of Greenhouse Gas
(123Carbon) Inconsistent data in Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) Environmental Attribute Certificates is hindering transparency and transferability within the SAF value chain, according to a new white paper led by 123Carbon, in collaboration with Smart Freight Centre and Normec Verifavia. 123Carbon, the leading
by Erin Krueger (Biomass Magazine) The California Air Resources Board in early March issued a request for proposals (RFP) seeking a vendor that can help the agency identify used cooking oil (UCO) that has been fraudulently mixed with virgin oils, such
(Velocys) Fischer–Tropsch system commissioning demonstrates integration readiness for UK waste-to-fuels deployment -- Velocys today (March 30, 2026) announced the successful commissioning of a Fischer–Tropsch (FT) system at Sustainable Molecules Ltd’s (SuMo) Sustainable Molecules Facility (SMF) in Wednesbury, England. The system is now online and operating
(Earn DLT) Partnership with RNGA Energy Group, LLC Brings Blockchain-Verified Clean Energy Certificates to Market -- EarnDLT®, a leading blockchain-enabled environmental attribute data platform, today announced that Toro Energy, a Texas-based landfill gas-to-energy company, has selected Greentruth.com as its marketplace to list verified Renewable
(Neste) Neste has today published its annual Green Finance Report for 2025. The Green Finance Report, which covers green financing activities in 2025, demonstrates our commitment to producing renewable fuels and thereby mitigating climate change and accelerating a shift to a
(Government of Bahia (Google translation)) The Bahia Bioenergy Atlas presents the mapping and quantification of the technical potential for energy recovery from agricultural, urban, animal, and industrial waste from the sugarcane and pulp and paper sectors in the State. Based on the
by José Tadeu Arantes (Agência FAPESP) Amid the climate crisis and the urgent need to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, hydrogen has emerged as one of the most promising energy sources for the transition to a low-carbon economy. When produced from renewable
(Casterra Ag/PR Newswire) Today, castor oil is a premium sustainable industrial feedstock for bio-based products -- Casterra Ag Ltd. ("Casterra"), a developer of high-yield castor seed varieties and integrated castor farming solutions, and a subsidiary of Evogene Ltd. (NASDAQ: EVGN) (TASE: EVGN), today (March
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) XCF Global, a publicly traded SAF-focused company, outlined its path to scaling sustainable aviation fuel. The most newsworthy development is their goal to reach 80 million gallons of annualized SAF production capacity, expanding from their 38
(Gevo) Gevo, Inc. (NASDAQ: GEVO), a leader in sustainable fuels and carbon management, today (March 30, 2026) announced that it is developing plans for a potential expansion at the site of its Gevo North Dakota facility (“GND”) in Richardton, North Dakota
(Eni) Enilive HVO diesel biofuel, produced from waste and residues, reduces CO2 equivalent emissions by 79.5%; In 2025, Itabus used HVO with a peak of 75%: its fleet has traveled 20 million kilometers using more than 3 million liters of Enilive HVO. Rome, 30
by Sean Mortell (Australian Bus and Coach) In recent years, Irizar and Scania have combined to produce a hybrid-electric coach offering that is rethinking the future of sustainable transport around Australia In music, a bridge is often considered the most important part
(Anew Climate/Newswire) Partnership launches certified Bio‑LNG supply routes in Europe, supporting maritime operators in meeting FuelEU Maritime, RED III, and EU ETS requirements. -- Anew Climate, a global leader in low-carbon fuel solutions, and Avenir, a leading provider of LNG and Bio-LNG
(Finboot/EIN Presswire) Agreement aims to establish a digital structure to monitor the life cycle of the production of SAF and HVO made from macauba. The tool will ensure transparency throughout the value chain, from the origin of the biomass to the production
(Zero Waste Energy) The project includes a Zero Waste Energy dry anaerobic digestion system. -- In a unique Public-Private Partnership, BHS (Bulk Handling Systems) is partnering with Napa Recycling and Waste Services (Napa Recycling) and the City of Napa in the development
by Daniel Meierhans (ETH Zurich) Methanol is a key starting material for chemical products. Researchers from ETH Zurich can now produce this precursor from CO2 and hydrogen with high efficiency by using isolated metal atoms as catalysts. Scientists are looking for ways to
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) LanzaTech and LanzaJet celebrated a major milestone: the LanzaJet Freedom Pines Fuels facility is now producing the world’s first jet fuel from ethanol at a commercial-scale plant. The presentation outlines a “Hub and Spoke” strategy designed
by Collin Eaton (Wall Street Journal) Some of the company’s scientists didn’t agree with the way the project was presented to investors -- Exxon Mobil’s XOM 1.21%increase; green up pointing triangle scientists delivered a grim message to one of the oil company’s top strategic-planning executives
(American Journal of Transportation) IACS, the membership organisation for the world’s leading classification societies, has published its 2025 Annual Review, which showcases the central role played by IACS and its Members in supporting safety standards and driving technical innovation in the
(American Journal of Transportation) Titan Clean Fuels has signed an off-take agreement with green energy supplier TURN2X to deliver e-Methane to the maritime industry from 2028 onwards. Titan operates seven bunker vessels and is able to deliver in around 52 ports
(BMW Group/Automotive World) Research commissioned by BMW finds advanced biofuels from EU feedstocks could cover more than half of EU road fuel demand by 2030 -- A study commissioned by BMW has found that European domestic feedstocks could cover between 38% and
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) Sulzer’s BioFlux technology offers a high-efficiency platform for producing Renewable Diesel and Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF). By utilizing a unique liquid-full hydrotreating reactor, the process eliminates mass transfer limits and gas recycle, significantly reducing CAPEX and
(Shanghai Electric) Biomethanol from Shanghai Electric's Taonan project has been successfully bunkered onto the container vessel CMA CGM OSMIUM at Shanghai's Yangshan Port this month. The operation marks the first large-scale adoption of Chinese biomethanol by a global shipping leader, underscoring
(Queensland Minister for Finance, Trade, Employment and Training and Minister for Primary Industries) • New joint venture between Nippon Steel Trading and Energreen Australia bolsters trade relationship with Japan. Initial crop of 16,000 pongamia trees set to be planted near Emerald. Project strengthens Queensland-Japan ties and positions the State as
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) OCOchem was named a global finalist for the Best CO2 Utilization Innovation Award in 2026 for its pioneering Carbon FluX Electrolyzer Pilot Plant. The newsworthy core of their presentation is the commercial realization of the “Bio
by John Snyder (Riviera) Operators’ use of biofuel has increased twelvefold since 2021 as international and EU regulations kick in, but caution is required regarding fuel quality and origin -- Over the last five years, shipowners have increasingly adopted biofuel as a
(Lloyd's Register) The maritime industry is tackling a pivotal challenge of reducing carbon emissions from the existing shipping fleet, as we strive towards a greener and more sustainable future. One option for this is retrofitting existing ship engines for alternative lower
(AGR Biogas) AGR Biogas and TURN2X have agreed to begin a collaborative path in the development of integrated projects to generate renewable gases by leveraging the synergies of their processes, which will allow the creation of an efficient industrial symbiosis by
(HyOrc/Business Wire) HyOrc Corporation (OTCQB: HYOR), a developer of advanced waste-to-fuels and external combustion technologies, today announced that it has entered into a binding project development and technology agreement with Bulgaria-based OnEnergy Group for the development of a waste-to-methanol facility. Under the
(Inherent) Biogenic CO2 captured from wastewater biogas is now being permanently stored 2,600 metres below the seabed. A global first for bioenergy with carbon capture and storage (BECCS). Oslo, Norway — March 23, 2026 – The first tank truck loads of
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) Oberon Fuels highlights the necessity of maintaining “Molecular Flexibility” and “Market Flexibility” to build a sustainable business in the shifting renewable fuels landscape. The most newsworthy development is their launch of “AeroNu,” a renewable Dimethyl Ether
(KoreanRegister) In response to the tightening environmental regulations in the international shipping sector, various alternative fuels are being adopted both domestically and internationally. Among these, hydrogen is a carbon-free, ecofriendly fuel and a key alternative for maritime decarbonization. Furthermore, as hydrogen
(Viking Cruises) Set to Debut in Fall 2026, the Viking Libra Meets Water for the First Time -- Viking® (www.viking.com) (NYSE: VIK) today (March 19, 2026) announced that the Viking Libra®, the world’s first hydrogen-powered cruise ship capable of operating with zero emissions,
by Chi Weitao (Jiaxing Daily/Sina Finance (Google translation)) On the morning of March 17, accompanied by gentle ripples, the "Oriental Hydrogen Port," the first inland waterway container ship in China with a 64 TEU hydrogen fuel cell power, smoothly berthed at berth
(Manifold Times) “PEAK SKARV 1”, the first newbuilding contracted for Skarv Shipping at Huanghai Shipbuilding in China, includes an optimised engine ready for ammonia or methanol, batteries and a shore-power system. Skarv Shipping Solutions (Skarv) on Monday (23 March) said it has
by Yoo Seung-hoon (News1 (Google translation)) With the Gunsan Shipyard finding a new owner, expectations are growing that North Jeolla Province will leap forward as a key base for 'K-Smart Shipbuilding'. At a press conference on the 25th, Jeonbuk Governor Kim Kwan-young announced
(International Shipping Network/eworldship (Google translation)) In recent days, Beihai Shipbuilding has achieved significant results in several key areas of shipbuilding, with key milestones such as ship delivery, commencement of construction, undocking, and jacking being completed in quick succession, fully accelerating production
(China News Network Guangxi (Google translation)) On-site cooperation agreements for the construction of 19 new energy vessels were signed with three companies: Qingyuan Lihang Transportation Co., Ltd., Guangdong Yizhilian Marine Engineering Co., Ltd., and Guangxi Jinmao Shipping Transportation Co., Ltd., marking
(Hyundai) • Hyundai Motor launches South America’s first XCIENT Fuel Cell Class-8 heavy-duty truck fleet to advance low-carbon freight solutions The company joins the Kahirós Project to develop green hydrogen infrastructure and contribute to decarbonizing timber logistics in Uruguay The project is backed
(Woodland Biomass Innovations) Woodland Biomass Innovations (Woodland BIO) today announced the successful completion of Front-End Loading Phase 2 (FEL-2) validation engineering for its first commercial-scale biomass-to-gasoline facility. This milestone represents a major de-risking event for the project, providing a third-party technical and
(Sustainable Energy Authority of Ireland) The Sustainable Energy Authority of Ireland (SEAI) has announced that it awarded more than €20 million in Government funding to 34 new national energy research awards under the SEAI National Energy Funding Programme in 2025. This
(Anaergia/Business Wire) Anaergia’s Facility To Be The First Project To Supply RNG Under Senate Bill 1440 - California’s Biomethane Procurement Program -- Anaergia Inc. (“Anaergia” or the “Company”) (TSX: ANRG; OTCQX: ANRGF) reports that the California Public Utilities Commission (“CPUC”) has conditionally
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) This presentation from Poten & Partner’s Sarah Boisvert highlights Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) markets, technologies, and barriers. The most newsworthy aspect is the identification of the most significant barrier to SAF adoption: the notable imbalance between
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) ... On his chest, committees have formed: one argues about definitions; another about eligibility; a third insists the model is incomplete without a revised framework for compliance. Someone proposes a pilot. Someone else proposes a study
by Siddhesh Prabhu (CargoRex) For many shipowners, the conversation around decarbonization is no longer about long-term ambition alone. It is increasingly about what can be done now, within existing operational and commercial constraints, to improve emissions performance without waiting for new fuels,
(Stanford University/EurekAlert!) A new study finds old-growth forests in Sweden store far more carbon than the industrial tree plantations that are rapidly replacing them, with soil accounting for most of the difference. The world’s northern forests act as massive carbon vaults, locking
(Scania) MACK ATTACK Vessel Shows Outstanding Efficiency Without Compromise in Performance of Twin 1,150 HP DI16-Liter Scania V8 Engines Running RD99 Sustainable Fuel Scania, one of the world’s leading manufacturers of engines, announced today the successful demonstration of the performance and viability
(Manifold Times) Trial involved the use of a biofuel blend comprising 10% Jatropha-derived SVO mixed with conventional heavy fuel oil on a RORO vessel operating on a domestic shipping route over a seven-day period. Japan’s Nippon Biofuels recently said it has supplied
(EcoCeres) EcoCeres has launched a sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) pilot program in China, codenamed “Project Spark”, together with The Second Research Institute of Civil Aviation Administration of China (CASRI), China National Aviation Fuel Group (CNAF), China Southern Airlines, Air China Cargo,
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) SkyNRG is actively developing a diversified pipeline of commercial-scale Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) projects globally. The most newsworthy update is the progress on their scaling hubs, specifically “Project Wigeon” in Washington state, which targets a 50
by Joe Taitano (Pacific Daily News) The Guam Solid Waste Authority will soon start turning used cooking oil into biodiesel to run its garbage trucks for pennies on the dollar, with new machines to do the conversion job now on the island. ... GSWA
(HyFive/Manifold Times) For maritime and aviation players facing fast‑approaching compliance milestones, Hy5 says securing access early to robust e‑fuel supply is rapidly becoming a strategic necessity. -- Renewable hydrogen and e-methanol producers HyFive on Tuesday (17 March) announced the signing of a
(BioEnergy Times) A city in southern Brazil has stepped up the use of a new biofuel in its municipal vehicles as concerns grow over diesel supply due to tensions in the Middle East, The Times of India reported. Passo Fundo has begun
by Panthagani Anusha (Morning Voice) In a major step towards addressing the growing urban waste crisis , the Andhra Pradesh government has decided to establish Compressed Biogas (CBG) plants to convert municipal waste into valuable fuel. The government has issued orders sanctioning ₹59.85 crore for this project. Under the initiative, four
(DEKRA) Europe’s renewable hydrogen market has taken another step towards industrial scale-up. CertifHy has officially recognized DEKRA Certification as an independent Certification Body under the CertifHy EU RFNBO Voluntary Scheme, authorizing the company to carry out certification, pre-certification and re-certification audits
by Randhir Patil (BioEnergy Times) Biodiesel producers in the Philippines have said they are ready to increase the biodiesel blending level to 7 percent to help cushion the impact of rising imported fuel prices amid tensions in the Middle East, Inquirer.net reported. The
by Nadja Skopljak (Offshore Energy) Evos Rotterdam, a European provider of storage infrastructure for liquid energy and chemicals, established in 2019, has kicked off an expansion project for (low-carbon) methanol and ethanol storage at the Port of Rotterdam. The project will see the
(Donald Danforth Plant Science Center) DOE-funded project brings together plant biologists, imaging specialists, and AI experts to engineer more productive, stress-resilient bioenergy crops -- A new five-year grant from the U.S. Department of Energy's (DOE) Office of Biological and Environmental Research will
(BioEnergy Times) GAIL (India) Limited has invested Rs 13 crore in Leafiniti Bioenergy, a subsidiary of TruAlt Bioenergy, to support the development of compressed biogas (CBG) projects across multiple states. The investment has been made through an equity share subscription, under an
(Clean Air Task Force) A new study from Clean Air Task Force (CATF) shows 28% of existing biomass carbon dioxide removal (CDR) credit protocols score satisfactory, providing a strong foundation for robust standards. Durable carbon removal is critical for counterbalancing emissions
(BIOGEST) Curragh Biogas becomes its first ready-to-build project; BIOGEST brings proven PowerRing technology and expertise to the Irish market; Collaboration strengthens Ireland’s emerging biomethane sector by combining local development with global technological experience BIOGEST and Local Power announce a strategic partnership aimed at accelerating the
(OMV Petrom) OMV Petrom, the largest integrated energy producer in South-Eastern Europe, announces the delivery of the first electrolyser module for the production of green hydrogen at the Petrobrazi refinery, to be installed and connected to the power network. This is an important milestone in the construction of the new unit
(Gevo/Globe Newswire) The combined technology and expertise of Verity and CIBO are expected to connect farm-level data to fuel production, enabling auditable carbon intensity calculations and streamlined compliance with emerging clean fuel programs. Verity Holdings, LLC (“Verity”), a wholly owned subsidiary of
(Neste) As a response to recent media coverage on suspected cases of fraud related to renewable raw materials business and its alleged connections to the biofuels industry, we wish to emphasize that Neste is currently not aware of any verified cases of
(Universal Fuel Technologies/Biobased Diesel Daily) As airlines work to reduce emissions while maintaining operational efficiency with existing aircraft and infrastructure, Universal Fuel Technologies (Unifuel) announced March 17 that “a critical barrier to 100 percent sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) adoption has been
by By Shinnosuke Kurama and Yomiuri Shimbun (Japan News) Companies including Toyota Motor Corp. are advancing the development of plant-based biofuels in Okuma, Fukushima Prefecture. Okuma is host to the Fukushima No. 1 nuclear power plant owned by Tokyo Electric Power Company Holdings,
by Savannah Harriman-Pote (Hawaiʻi Public Radio) Pono Pacific Land Management and the Hawaiʻi Agriculture Research Center are continuing trials to see if camelina can be viably cultivated in Hawaiʻi as feedstock for biofuel. Camelina is an oilseed crop in the mustard family with
(Asahi Kasei) Asahi Kasei, a diversified global company, has started the installation of an Aqualyzer™-C3 containerized 1 MW-class alkaline-water electrolyzer at Finland’s first commercial hydrogen refueling station in Jyväskylä. This development marks the start of the project’s next phase and an important
(Biofuels International) Certas Energy, the UK’s leading independent distributor of fuel and lubricants, has acquired the Watling Street truck stop in St Albans, marking the first phase of a major expansion of its national truck stop network — and a significant
(U.S. Grains & BioProducts Council) The 2025 Year in Review provides comprehensive coverage of global grain markets, offering insights into production, trade and consumption trends across key commodities.. The mission of the U.S. Grains & BioProduct Council is to develop markets, enable
(U.S. Grains & Bioproducts Council) U.S. Grains & BioProducts Council (USGBC) Regional Ethanol Manager for the European Union (EU), United Kingdom (UK) and Canada Stephanie Larson recently traveled to Spain and Belgium to enhance the Council’s presence and visibility in ethanol
(Australia Post/Biobased Diesel Daily) Australia Post announced March 4 that it has launched its 2030 sustainability framework, setting new targets to reduce carbon emissions and keep resources in use across its fleet, properties and operations over the next five years. Having already
(Eco Innovation Group/Access Newswire) Eco Innovation Group, Inc. (OTCID:ECOX) ("ECOX" or the "Company") today (March 13, 2026) provided a corporate update regarding its previously announced strategic transaction with Kepler GTL Technologies Inc. ("Kepler GTL") and growing commercial engagement from the aviation
(Promotion Council for North Sea Port) North Sea Port is making full preparations to enable the refuelling of alternative shipping fuels within the port area. An independent risk analysis shows that the port meets all requirements for safely and efficiently
(Association Quality Management Biodiesel (AGQM)) Many trucks, buses, tractors, and construction vehicles are already approved for higher biodiesel blends, according to a list composed by the Association Quality Management Biodiesel (AGQM). The list was published together with several German and international
(Louisiana Economic Development/Southern Economic Development Council) Southern Energy Renewables announced it will invest $1.4 billion to develop a green methanol and sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) production facility that will convert the region’s abundant wood-waste biomass into some of the lowest lifecycle-carbon fuels
(IINO Lines) IINO Kaiun Kaisha, Ltd. (Head Office: Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo; President and Representative Director: Yusuke Otani; hereinafter "IINO Lines") and Electric Power Development Co., Ltd. (Head Office: Chuo-ku, Tokyo; Representative Director President: Hitoshi Kanno; hereinafter "J-POWER") are pleased to announce that
(CFP Energy) CFP Energy Group, the energy and environmental solutions provider, has completed a Sustainable Aviation Fuel certificate (SAFc) transaction for a global corporate seeking to address emissions from business travel and logistics. The trade demonstrates growing corporate demand for credible, scalable solutions that
(Biofuel Development Opportunity Zone Initiative) Ecostrat Inc. and the BMI Group today announced a collaboration to leverage BDO Zone Ratings to ‘ready-state’ BMI’s legacy pulp and paper assets across Canada for next-generation investment in the bioeconomy. The collaboration will use BDO Zone Ratings to advance
(Port of Rotterdam) Evos Rotterdam is expanding its terminal in Europoort (21 tanks, approx. 260,000 m³) with five storage tanks (total 67,500 m³) for (bio)methanol and (bio)ethanol. An additional inland shipping berth is required to facilitate the extra transhipment. The expansion
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) ... This week Finland’s Neste offered a powerful answer. The company commissioned what it describes as the world’s largest upgrading facility for liquefied waste plastic at its Porvoo refinery, designed to process oils derived from the hardest-to-recycle plastics
(Global e-Fuels) Advait Greenergy, has inaugurated one of India's first 30 MW Alkaline Electrolyser Assembly Facilities in Gujarat, marking a major step in strengthening the country's domestic green hydrogen manufacturing ecosystem. The facility establishes indigenous electrolyser assembly capability designed to support
(Climate Impact Partners) Future Energy Global (FEG), a pioneer in sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) market scaling, and Climate Impact Partners, a global leader in carbon market solutions, have joined forces to bring SAF Certificates (SAFc) to market – enabling companies to address Scope
by Michael Grinter (Hong Kong Maritime Hub) The Hong Kong Seaport Alliance (HKSPA) has successfully completed Hong Kong’s first simultaneous operations (SIMOPS) green methanol bunkering at the COSCO-HIT Terminals today, marking a pivotal advancement in the port’s transformation into a green
(Axens) Since early 2025, Downer Group, CEA and H2Potential have been developing a pre-FEED (Front-End Engineering Design) study for an Australian eFuels Plant under the Franco-Australian Indo-Pacific Centre for Energy Transition (FACET). This plant will produce synthetic fuels (eFuels) for the
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