(RSB) .Transparency isn’t just a principle — it’s a practice -- In sustainability certification, transparency is often seen as a value to aspire to. At RSB, it’s designed into the system as a requirement, not just an aspiration. From public audit summaries
(RSB) .What does ‘assurance’ really mean — and why does it matter? Sustainability certification depends on trust. But that trust doesn’t come from labels — it comes from the rigour behind the audit. At the heart of any credible certification system is assurance: the
(RSB) Behind every credible certification system is a network of people who understand how it works. Auditors. Operators. Farmers. Technical staff. Sustainability leads. Policy professionals. These are the people who translate a standard from text to action, and whose decisions determine whether
(RSB) In an era where sustainability claims are under scrutiny, certification can either build confidence — or raise more questions. When credibility matters most, not all certification systems offer the same level of assurance, oversight, or transparency. At RSB, we believe that
(Perth and Kinross Council/LGIU (Local Government Information Unit)) Having a large vehicle fleet comes with issues around fuel spending and its impact on the environment. How can a council move forward with reducing the carbon footprint of the large, previously diesel-fuelled
(Reuters/The Business Times) The usage of palm biodiesel would reduce dependence on fossil fuels -- Malaysia is expanding its biodiesel usage to ground transport vehicles at its main international airport as part of efforts to achieve net-zero carbon emissions by 2050, the
(Moeve) -- Moeve to supply 40,000 tons of second-generation marine biofuels to Armas Trasmediterránea through the end of 2025 at the ports of Santa Cruz de Tenerife and of Las Palmas (Gran Canaria), marking the energy company’s first delivery of
(Scripps Research) Scripps Research and Georgia Institute of Technology scientists’ discovery could help understand how life evolved on Earth and lead to better biofuel production. -- The prebiotic Earth was a harsh and unstable environment, characterized by intense heat, active volcanoes and
by Ian Taylor (Bunkerspot) Eni has informed Bunkerspot that Enilive marine hydrotreated vegetable oil (HVO) will be available in the Italian ports of Ravenna and Venice during the second half (H2) of this year – and the company also plans to ramp up
(International Energy Agency (IEA)) First-of-a-kind geospatial assessment in new IEA report finds huge untapped potential for biogases, equivalent to a quarter of global natural gas demand As policy makers look for opportunities to simultaneously bolster energy security and economic competitiveness, biogases –
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) BTG Bioliquids is a technology provider specializing in fast pyrolysis for producing 2nd generation biofuel from biomass residues. Their strategy emphasizes modularization and standardization (“scaling by numbers”) to reduce risk, costs, and delivery times for
by Jeong Min-jo (Busan Economic Daily/Google Translation) Ulsan City has been finally designated as the 'Ulsan Ammonia Bunkering Regulatory Free Zone'. This designation is expected to contribute to the creation of an eco-friendly shipbuilding industry ecosystem based on ammonia based on shipbuilding
by Zhou Xialin and Shen Jialing (Baidu) Yonghe Town, located in the Yudong Plain, has prospered due to water since ancient times. The Hangzhou-Ningbo Canal passes through the town, with dense water networks and developed shipping. It was once a prosperous commercial
(Port of Rotterdam) During the World Hydrogen Summit in Rotterdam, the Port of Rotterdam Authority and EDGE Navigation signed a Letter of Intent (LoI) to cooperate on the development of a future-proof liquid hydrogen infrastructure for the maritime sector. EDGE Navigation is
(Xinde Maritime Green Shipping/Xinde Maritime News) Ningbo-Zhoushan Port and three major European hub ports signed a green shipping corridor construction agreement -- Coinciding with the 50th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between China and the EU, at the opening ceremony
(ESL Shipping) ESL Shipping has signed a EUR 70 million loan agreement with Svenska Skeppshypotek. The loan is a part of the financing of ESL Shipping’s investment in a series of four methanol-powered 17,000 dwt handysize vessels. The loan has a maturity
(Conestoga Energy/Business Wire) Major milestone advances commitment to decarbonizing U.S. ethanol production and enables enhanced oil recovery for expanded commercial value -- Conestoga Energy (“Conestoga” or the “Company”), the leading provider of low carbon intensity biofuel, today announced the successful completion of
by Jim Kendrick (Biofuels Digest) In China on May 21 in Nantong, China Merchants Energy Shipping launched the world’s first methanol dual-fuel roll-on/roll-off car carrier with a capacity of 9,300 vehicles, built by China Merchants Industry; the vessel is scheduled for
(Bureau Veritas) Bureau Veritas Marine & Offshore (BV) is reinforcing its commitment to sustainable shipping by classing a series of methanol-ready oil and chemical tankers for Union Maritime, which are currently being equipped with wind propulsion systems, including Norsepower Rotor Sails™
by Jim Giles (Trellis) Efforts to reduce methane and black carbon can deliver critical short-term benefits, according to the Global Heat Reduction Initiative. Conventional carbon accounting measures impact over 100 years, lessening the focus on short-lived drivers of global warming. The Global Heat
(Aircela) In a rooftop demonstration in Manhattan’s Garment District, New York–based fuels company Aircela unveiled the first working machine in the U.S. that produces gasoline directly from air. Compact and modular, the unit combines direct air capture and on-site fuel synthesis into a
by Kim Kisner (SBN Detroit) Co-Founder and CEO Paul Gross Talks Tech, Scale, and Strategy -- Founded in 2020 and based in Wixom, Michigan, Remora is developing a carbon capture device designed to attach directly to semi-trucks and locomotives and collect emissions. The captured
(BTX Bioenergy/PR Newswire) Rebranding reflects the Company's history and sets the tone for its future. -- Bioenergy Devco, a leader in the design, engineering, construction, financing, and operation of advanced anaerobic digester systems, has announced that the company is now known as BTS
(Dairy Cares/PR Newswire) California dairy sector is reducing 5 million metric tons of methane (CO2e) annually. -- Dairy Cares and the California dairy sector today announced a major milestone in planet-smart dairy farming. This year, the state's dairy farms will achieve an annual reduction of
by Bhok Thompson (Green Prophet) The United Kingdom has taken a significant step in advancing sustainable aviation by approving an increase in the co-processing blend limit for Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) from 5% to 30%. This decision, endorsed by the UK Ministry of
(BioSciences) Since 2011, the Advanced Biofuels and Bioproducts Process Development Unit (ABPDU) at Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory (Berkeley Lab) has helped over 90 companies scale up innovative biotechnologies, advancing them from the lab to commercial relevance. Now, the ABPDU will be enhancing its efforts
(Gevo/Globe Newswire) Gevo, Inc. (NASDAQ: GEVO) is pleased to announce that it has entered into a definitive agreement to sell Agri-Energy, LLC (“Agri”), a wholly owned subsidiary of Gevo, to A.E. Innovation, LLC (“A.E.”) for $7 million. The transaction includes Agri’s
(RIC Energy) RIC Energy and Siemens have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to jointly develop innovative projects in the fields of renewable hydrogen, green ammonia, and e-fuels in Spain. The collaboration will especially boost the sustainable aviation fuel (e-SAF) plant
(Södra/CISION (Google Translation)) The sulfate lignin can also be used as a basis for new biofuels and biostimulants. -- Wednesday, May 28, marked the start of construction for Södra's new sulphate lignin factory in Mönsterås. The facility is an important step in
(Moeve/Biobased Diesel Daily) South Europe Ground Services, the handling subsidiary of International Airlines Group operating at 38 airports in Spain, is advancing its commitment to airport decarbonization through the use of 100 percent hydrotreated vegetable oil (HVO100), also known as renewable
(Infinium) Project Roadrunner, a sustainable aviation fuel plant in West Texas, to bring skilled jobs and generate economic growth for the region -- Infinium, the world’s leading producer of commercially available eFuels, announced today that construction is underway on its second U.S.-based
(University at Albany) On Wednesday, May 28, the University at Albany will accept its first delivery of renewable diesel fuel and begin replacing petroleum diesel with the cleaner-burning, non-fossil biofuel in campus-operated vehicles and equipment. UAlbany is the first SUNY campus
by Sue Retka Schill (Ethanol Producer Magazine) Homegrown Fuels podcast features David Hallberg who began advocating for ethanol in the late 1970s as a Congressional staffer. He helped craft language for the tax credit (VEETC) that supported ethanol blending, started the
(Brenmiller Energy Ltd./Access Newswire) --bGen™ thermal energy storage system to be charged using renewable energy to store and provide 56 MWh of clean heat for green e-methanol production at SolWinHy Cadiz S.L. -- SolWinHy selected as one the European Union's top
(Port of Rotterdam) USD 1 Billion dollar trade between India and Europe -- AM Green and the Port of Rotterdam Authority signed a Memorandum of Understanding to focus on building a green energy supply chain between India and Northwestern Europe via Rotterdam,
(Virgin Australia) Virgin Australia and Boeing have today (May 27, 2025) released a report by Pollination on the challenges and opportunities of an International Book and Claim system for Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) accounting. The report, completed by independent advisory firm,
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) Castlerock Biofuels, in collaboration with Ensyn, holds exclusive US rights to RTP® fast thermal conversion technology. They plan a facility in Maine to produce 20 million gallons annually of Renewable Fuel Oil (FPBO) from woody biomass
by Moses Moseray (Kondayama Biofuels Investment Team) In collaboration with Empower Sierra Leone Foundation, We trained and distributed 50 ethanol cookstoves to women in the Allen Town Community, Freetown Sierra Leone. Moses Moseray with ethanol cook stoves and bottles of ethanol fuel
(Wallem Group) Wallem Group, a leading global maritime partner, has published a new whitepaper to ensure ships, ships systems and crews are fully prepared to load, store and use biofuels in everyday vessel operations. ‘Marine Biofuels: Adoption, use and best practice’ recognises the
(Hecla-em) --Hecla’s FuelEU Maritime Exchange (FME) has facilitated the completion of a first of its kind deal to trade a compliance balance token through a third-party platform. --Hecla’s FME makes it easy for shipping companies turn compliance surplus into a tradeable
by Jim Giles (Trellis) ... Danone is also partnering with Sistema, a company that has developed a modular biodigestor that smaller farms can use to process manure into fertilizer and biogas. READ MORE Related articles Sistema.bio Signs MoU with Danone to Deploy 6,500
(Science Based Targets Initiative (SBTi)) This blog outlines how the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) defines environmental attribute certificates (EACs), which includes carbon credits, and how the revised draft of the Corporate Net-Zero Standard proposes they are used. SBTi has released the
(Bioenergy International) In Sweden, biocarbon and pyrolysis oil producer Envigas AB, and compatriot municipal energy utility Skellefteå Kraft AB have announced plans to jointly explore the feasibility of establishing a large-scale production facility for biocarbon and pyrolysis oil in Hedensbyn, Skellefteå. According
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) This presentation summarizes the key information presented by Artur Yabe Milanez regarding the BNDES’s Public Call for investments in sustainable aviation fuels (SAF) and low-carbon shipping fuels. The initiative, launched in August 2024 with an initial
(Shell) For the third year, the NTT INDYCAR SERIES is lowering emissions by 60% as the first US-based motorsports series to power racing with Shell’s 100% renewable race fuel.* -- Back-to-Back Wins in 2024 -- It was truly a historic moment as one of
By Timothy Worledge (Fastmarkets) Fastmarkets is due to launch a new European based sustainable aviation fuel price, but what is the significance of this renewable energy? -- Sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) is a renewable fuel that can replace jet fuel – derived from
(Biofuels International) ... The increased focus on HVO and SAF has put pressure on biodiesel producers as they compete for the same feedstocks. In certain regions, however, biodiesel has maintained a stronghold. In Brazil, for example, biodiesel is a very strong market.
(HD Hyundai Mipo) Agreement to apply ammonia propulsion engine to 4 multipurpose liquefied gas carriers -- Leading the next-generation eco-friendly shipbuilding market, including the start of construction of LCO2 carriers HD Hyundai Mipo (CEO Hyung-Kwan Kim), an affiliate of HD Korea Shipbuilding &
(Manifold Times) Several key challenges including product sourcing, sustainability certification, product handling, and logistics & planning had to be addressed to execute the complex operation, notes COO of Equatorial. -- Singapore bunker supplier Equatorial Marine Fuel Management Services Pte Ltd (Equatorial) in
(Port of Amsterdam) Last week, the first ship-to-ship methanol bunkering took place in the port of Amsterdam. At the TMA Logistics terminal in the Amerikahaven, the offshore installation vessel Boreas from Van Oord was supplied with 500 tonnes of green methanol,
(Norden) Danish shipping company NORDEN is working on a pilot project with Microsoft to help reduce its maritime supply chain emissions by utilising NORDEN's biofuel voyage and Book and Claim solution, we're helping Microsoft reducing their maritime emissions. “We are pleased to
by Naida Hakirevic Prevljak (Offshore Energy) Malaysia- and Singapore-based marine fuel bunkering services provider TMD Energy Limited (TMDEL) has decided to expand strategically into oil waste collection, enhancing its environmental, social, and governance (ESG) commitments. The company, which specializes in integrated bunkering
(Argus Media/PR Newswire) Global energy and commodity price reporting agency Argus has extended its Argus Open Markets (AOM) real-time electronic price discovery platform to biodiesel in New York Harbor. A trade was initiated on the opening day of operation, 30 April, the
by Jim Kendrick (Biofuels Digest) In Japan, the metropolitan government of Tokyo began accepting applications for a subsidy program covering up to ¥80 million per project to support the commercialization of vehicles and ships using low-carbon biofuels, with a total of
(American Alliance for Biomanufacturing/CISION) New coalition aims to accelerate U.S. capabilities in scalable, secure biomanufacturing -- Today (May 21, 2025) marks the official launch of the American Alliance for Biomanufacturing (AAB), a new coalition of industry leaders committed to advancing U.S. leadership
(Unilever Allimentos adn CJ Selecta) Entitled Renova Terra and with the goal of implementing regenerative agriculture practices in 45 thousand hectares by 2030, the project seeks to transform agricultural practices in soy production in the Cerrado, strengthen sustainable chains and
by Rhys Berry (Bunkerspot) Nippon Yuka Kogyo Co. (Nippon Yuka), an NYK Goup company, is launching what it says is Japan’s first antioxidant specially developed for marine biodiesel. The new product, BoxiGuard, will be available from 10 August, NYK Group said in
(Kuehne+Nagel) Kuehne+Nagel signs individual Memoranda of Understanding with fourteen global airlines; Agreement to collaborate on sustainability initiatives, including use of sustainable aviation fuel -- To lead the way to a more sustainable future, Kuehne+Nagel announces the launch of its carrier engagement sustainability programme.
(Avfuel) Luxury North Dakota FBO, Overland Aviation (KXWA)—together with leading independent fuel supplier, Avfuel Corporation—proudly announces it accepted a delivery of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) on May 12, expanding accessibility of the fuel in a new region within the United States. The
by Yves Le Marquand (Corporate Jet Investor) Titan Aviation Fuels International is offering business aviation operators support in complying with the ReFuelEU mandate. -- The mandate, which was introduced in January 2025, requires operators that fly more than 500 flights annually to
by Hugo Joncas (La Presse) After Northvolt and Lion Electric, the Legault government will also lose the tens of millions it invested in Enerkem: the Montreal company has just filed for bankruptcy protection. It will likely end up in the hands
(Agência FAPESP*) The University of São Paulo (USP) is testing the world’s first experimental station dedicated to the production of renewable hydrogen from ethanol. The project, carried out by the Research Center for Greenhouse Gas Innovation (RCGI), represents a milestone
(U.S. Endowment for Forestry and Communities) National forests practice responsible forest management, legally source wood and show minimal risk in sustainable biomass sourcing. -- The first-ever Regional Risk Assessment (RRA) for National Forest System lands under the Sustainable Biomass Program (SBP) has been completed
by Georgios Georgiou (Riviera) The greatest potential for onboard carbon capture (OCC) lies in its integration with biofuels, according to Langh Tech, the Finnish green tech company developing its own OCC system -- Part of the Langh Group – which is also active
(Haffner Energy) The 5th World Hydrogen Awards threw Haffner Energy’s unique biomass-based solution HYNOCA® in the limelight today as one of the two hydrogen-production technologies selected for the first Renewable Energy Valley project developed under the umbrella of the Horizon Europe-funded
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) Axens provides technologies for CCUS (DMXTM), Hydrogen transport (LOHC) using MCH, and e-Fuels (Gasel® FT). E-fuels are highlighted for energy diversification and meeting EU demand for e-SAF blending by 2055. Challenges include the need for low
by Emily Skor (Growth Energy) ... Just weeks ago, Growth Energy’s Technical Director for Market Development Reid Wagner was one of the first customers to take advantage of Costco’s new Unleaded 88 (or E15) fuel offering. Located at the Costco in
(Environmental Protection Agency/Federal Register) The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) invites nominations of scientific experts from a wide range of disciplines to be considered for appointment to the EPA Science Advisory Board (SAB) described in this document. Appointments will be announced
(Research and Markets/Globe Newswire) In the United States, biodiesel is also extensively applied in transportation, agriculture, and the industrial sector. It fuels trucks, buses, and marine vessels, lowering greenhouse gas emissions as well as fossil fuel dependence. The agricultural industry is
by Aida Čučuk (Offshore Energy) Canadian certification body, the Bureau de normalisation du Québec (BNQ), and compatriot standards organization, CSA Group, have published the ‘Joint Canada-U.S. National Standard’ – a methodology for reporting the production pathway and carbon intensity of hydrogen. As disclosed,
by Naida Hakirevic Prevljak (Offshore Energy) Danish shipping company Norden has decided to expand its fleet with another two fuel-efficient, biofuel-compatible 17,500 dwt multipurpose vessels. -- On May 14, 2025, the company said it signed agreements for the two additional newbuilding leases
(Farmers Edge and National Sorghum Producers/AG Funder News) Farmers Edge and National Sorghum Producers (NSP) have joined forces to solve a major data challenge in agriculture: building a scalable, trusted system to capture sustainability data directly from growers and deliver it across the ethanol
(World Biogas Association) The WBA Connect+ is a collaborative initiative dedicated to strengthening industry connections, enhancing performance, sharing knowledge, and driving innovation in the anaerobic digestion (AD), biogas, biomethane, and biofuels sectors. Our mission is to speed up the industry’s growth by fostering
by Kelsey Tamborrino (Politico Pro) A federal judge on Thursday blocked the Energy Department's new policy capping indirect department-funded research costs. Judge Allison Burroughs wrote in an order in the U.S. District Court for the District of Massachusetts that there is "nothing to indicate"
(Argus Media) Leading commodities and energy information provider Argus has launched a new freight service which offers global pricing and market intelligence for biofuels, associated feedstocks and chemicals. The world's appetite for biofuels is growing fast as energy market participants move to
(OPAL Fuels/Business Wire) OPAL Fuels (Nasdaq: OPAL) announced today that it has entered into a joint venture with an affiliate of environmental services leader Republic Services, Inc. (NYSE: RSG) for a new biogas-to-renewable natural gas (“RNG”) facility at Republic’s Charlotte Motor Speedway
(Port of Gothenburg) For the first time, St1 and St1 Biokraft have delivered their own Swedish-produced liquefied biomethane to the maritime sector — as Terntank's vessel Tern Ocean was bunkered at the Port of Gothenburg. St1 and St1 Biokraft are now
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) Terra Mater BV presented on their technology to catalytically convert lower carbon alcohols into higher carbon alcohols for Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF). Key takeaways included the potential of their TM-ATJ-SPK fuel blend to improve properties like
by Ulrik Frøhlke (Topsoe) o Topsoe has been selected by Zhongneng Yida New Energy Co., Ltd (Zhongneng Yida) to deliver technology for production of Sustainable Aviation Fuels (SAF) at a new facility. o The facility will be located at the city of
by Jim Spaeth (Biofuels Digest) ... Call it the Bioenergy Two-Step. Step one: convert locally available biomass into a flexible intermediate—something like syngas, pyrolysis oil, or even ethanol. Step two: move that intermediate to a larger-scale facility—a dedicated biorefinery, or even a co-processing
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Diges) This week, we focused on new ways to approach commercialization — new structures for scale. Velocys has come out with a new licensing approach and we’re going to examine what that means for the world-wide
by Danielle Anderson & Kari Buttenhoff (Ethanol Producer Magazine) The 45Z Clean Fuel Production Tax Credit presents renewable fuel producers with a valuable opportunity to capitalize on their low-carbon fuel production while incentivizing further reductions in carbon intensity (CI). Recent guidance issued
by Katie Schroeder (Ethanol Producer Magazine) Seventy years after its founding by Raphael Katzen, the company that bears his name remains committed to his core tenets: integrity, objectivity and excellence. ... Katzen began his career developing processes for paper pulp production and acid
by Luke Geiver (Ethanol Producer Magazine) ... The size of the actual yeast strains used in any given plant may be micrometers small, but the amount of time and resources that go into proving out and producing strains capable of helping
E85 Vs. Premium Gasoline: eFlexFuel Equipped 2019 Dodge Challenger 6.4L -- It’s one thing to talk about performance gains but it’s another thing to perform testing and prove them. Critics say there are no gains to be had from E85 in naturally
(Carbon Assessors/Cision) Carbon Assessors, a leading provider of independent carbon market intelligence, has announced the launch of a price index for Clean Fuel Regulations (CFR) credits—adding to it's well-established Alberta TIER Index. This new index brings unprecedented transparency and reliability to
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) Sam Lehr from Molecule Group discussed connecting the Bio-based, Synthetic, and Hydrogen-based Fuels, Chemicals and Materials industries. Key takeaways include engaging in global dialogues and policy advocacy, representing industry to bodies like COP30, G7, and G20.
(INERATEC) The first module of our e-Fuel pioneer plant was picked up from the INERATEC headquarters in Karlsruhe after a successful FAT (Factory Acceptance Test). It was then transported to its destination in the Industrial Park Frankfurt Höchst, where it is
(NYK) The Transporter, a methanol-fueled crew transfer vessel (CTV) owned and operated by Northern Offshore Services (NOS), a subsidiary of Northern Offshore Group (NOG), an offshore wind power generation-related business of the NYK Group, has recently been delivered. The vessel is
(Marubeni) ExxonMobil will supply approximately 250,000 tonnes of low-carbon ammonia annually on a long-term basis to Marubeni; The deal will drive new energy supply, support jobs, and strengthen U.S. and Japanese industrial cooperation [Spring, Texas, U.S., and Tokyo, Japan] — Marubeni Corporation (Marubeni)
(Nufarm/Globe Newswire) Nufarm is excited to announce its collaboration with ChrysaLabs, a leader in soil data, insights, and carbon measurement, to support the quantification of soil carbon sequestration benefits associated with Nufarm’s expansion of its Carinata production in South America. Carinata
(Sustainable Aviation Buyers Alliance) SABA's third RFP seeks to leverage corporate demand to help move a next-generation SAF facility to final investment decision. -- Today (May 6, 2025), the Sustainable Aviation Buyers Alliance (SABA) released a request for proposal (RFP) to increase
by Juan Pedro Tomas (Biofuels Digest) In Spain, La Vanguardia reported that the Polytechnic University of Catalonia (UPC) and Vueling are investigating the application and potential effects on current aircraft engines of new sustainable fuels, produced synthetically with slurry or other elements,
by Rudy Kahsar, Annina Sartor (Rocky Mountain Institute (RMI)) Carbon dioxide removal taxonomies abound, but by mapping the journey of a carbon atom we can find hidden links and opportunities. ... Taxonomies are useful for seeing similarities and differences across approaches, but by
by Luke Geiver (Ethanol Producer Magazine) Nataqua is a startup company that aims to help ethanol producers profit from carbon dioxide emissions by producing more ethanol on site. ... The company isn’t yet ready to offer its unique carbon dioxide-to-ethanol reactor to producers,
by Lisa Gibson (Ethanol Producer Magazine) The steps are simple, with low capital and strong ROI: Engage with the appropriate analytics labs to help calculate in-situ cellulosic ethanol production from corn kernel fiber; register those gallons with the appropriate markets; and
(FincoEnergies) The pressure on the inland shipping sector is growing. With stricter regulations such as ETS2 and RED III, there's no time to lose. Together with Argent Energy and sector partners, FincoEnergies is demonstrating that sustainable shipping is possible today — not just with HVO but
(Future Energy Global) Future Energy Global (FEG) and Montana Renewables, LLC (MRL) have agreed framework terms for a multi-year offtake agreement for the environmental attributes of 15 million gallons of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF), with deliveries planned to begin later in
(International Sustainability and Carbon Certification) ... End of April, the European Commission (EC) has given a positive technical assessment for our updated ISCC EU System Documents. The revisions were made to reflect the legal requirements of Directive (EU) 2023/2413, commonly referred
(Michigan Farm News) The Michigan Advanced Biofuels Coalition (MiABC) announces Benecor has joined the coalition as a new stakeholder, supporting the organization’s mission to accelerate adoption of biofuels for cleaner air and more sustainable transportation and shipping. Based in Fenton, Michigan, Benecor is a leading supplier
(American Power Group/Access Newswire) American Power Group Corporation ("APG") (OTC Pink:APGI) the leading U.S. based dual fuel diesel engine conversion technology company today announced the company's stationary/off-road dual fuel installation base has reached an estimated 25 million cumulative run hour milestone. APG's
(Cowboy Clean Fuels/PR Newswire) Cowboy Clean Fuels (CCF), a Wyoming-based climate tech and energy transition company, today announced a groundbreaking offtake agreement with Mercuria, one of the world's leading independent energy and commodity trading groups. This partnership marks the first commercial agreement
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) Alexander A. Koukoulas, Ph.D. from AFRY emphasized key factors for a successful bioeconomy, including feedstocks, technology, market knowledge/off-takes, and policy support. Strong market knowledge and off-take agreements are crucial for project bankability. The rapid expansion of
by Alan Sherrard (Bioenergy International) Located on the seabed, at a depth of 30m, and 1.5 km off the coast of the island of Gran Canaria, the Plataforma Oceánica de Canarias (PLOCAN) houses multidisciplinary laboratories, various observation and measurement devices, a main
(Rocky Mountain Institute) The SAFc Registry launches an industry-first integration with Chooose to streamline SAF transactions, boost trust, and drive sustainable aviation fuel adoption. -- The SAFc Registry and Chooose have partnered in a first-of-its-kind software integration to streamline sustainable aviation fuel certificate (SAFc) transactions. The
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) This presentation features Tammy Klein of Transport Energy Strategies. It discusses mixed policy signals in the U.S., stressing sustainability balances environmental, economic, and social concerns. Key highlights include contrasting potential Biden and Trump administration approaches on
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) ... When June rolls around, the titans of the enzyme and yeast industries roll out their latest offerings. The strain engineers unleash their latest offerings on the runways, and we all sit back and marvel at the
by Jim Giles (Trellis) Indigo Ag, Boomitra and other project developers are planning on issuing millions of tons of credits annually. -- o After years of slow growth, issuances are on a tear. o More data and better models are helping
(Michigan State University) CNH will provide MSU with a New Holland T6.180 Methane tractor, the world's first 100% methane-powered production tractor, for use in educational and research initiatives. -- Through a new partnership with CNH, researchers and students at the MSU College
(Phillips 66) The solar facility at Rodeo Renewable Energy Complex is now commercially operating, marking a pivotal step in the collaboration between Phillips 66 and NextEra Energy Resources to reduce greenhouse gas emissions at one of the largest on-site solar facilities
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) This presentation features Dr. Jayant Khambekar from Jenike & Johanson. It highlights challenges feeding waste feedstocks into high-pressure reactors for thermochemical conversion, citing issues like arching and pressure blow-back with existing technology. The presentation introduces Jen-Zero, a
(UPM) UPM Biofuels celebrates ten years of successful operations at its Lappeenranta Biorefinery, the world’s first commercial-scale facility producing advanced biofuels from wood-based residues. Since 2015, the refinery has been at the forefront of developing renewable alternatives to fossil-based fuels and materials,
(UNIMOT) Unimot Aviation, member of the Unimot Group, has carried out Poland's first physical delivery of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) to a Polish airport. The fuel was delivered to the Katowice International Airport in Pyrzowice, which is an important step towards
(Lanza Jet) Leveraging Colombia’s Available Biomass Potential and Strategic Location, LanzaJet and BioD Are Exploring the Pioneering Production of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) in Latin America. -- LanzaJet and BioD are pleased to announce the launch of a feasibility study to develop the first
by Ulrik Frøhlke (Topsoe) • Topsoe has been selected by Zhejiang Jianglan Bio-Energy Technology Co. Ltd (Zhejiang Jianglan) to deliver technology and services for Sustainable Aviation Fuels (SAF) production. Once fully operational, the plant is set to produce 300,000 tons of SAF annually
(GRAMM Energy/OpenPR) GRAMM, a collaborative industry consortium, today (April 17, 2025) announced its application to the UK Advanced Fuels Fund, seeking vital support to accelerate its ground-breaking Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) project. The GRAMM SAF project will catalyse energy transition of
(U.S. Grains Council) ... U.S. Grains Council (USGC) Regional Director for Europe, the Middle East and Africa (EMEA) Ramy H. Taieb led a delegation to Nigeria to study the country’s potential for enhanced ethanol consumption. The team met with government officials
by by Sue Retka Schill (Ethanol Producer Magazine) Special EPM Podcast Series hosted by Sue Retka Schill featuring Bill Gibbons -- During Bill Gibbon’s 37-year career at South Dakota State University he taught microbiology and researched useful microbes for producing biofuels, organic
by Mariana Santos Moreira (OPIS) As we move towards global net zero, ammonia is gaining attention as both a major chemical industry greenhouse gas emitter and a prospective large-scale clean hydrogen carrier. Commercial ammonia production is transforming as a result: “Clean
Join us for an engaging Q&A webinar focusing on the verification services for the Section 45V Clean Hydrogen Production Tax Credit under the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022 (IRA). Our experts will provide detailed insights into the verification process, including
(EcoEngineers) Join us for an introductory webinar covering the fundamentals of renewable diesel (RD) and sustainable aviation fuel (SAF). As part of our ongoing “Back to Basics” series, this session will provide an overview of production methods, common feedstocks like used
Join us for an introductory webinar exploring the fundamentals of renewable natural gas (RNG). As part of our ongoing “Back to Basics” series, this session will provide a basic understanding of RNG’s role in the energy transition, covering key concepts
(Ecoengineers) Carbon accounting is the method and practice of tracking an organization’s greenhouse gas emissions throughout the supply chain process and life cycle of a product or service. Organizations, regulators, and governments are focused on the measurement and reduction of greenhouse
by Angela Yu (Lloyd's List) Piraeus Container Terminal will begin offering biofuel bunkering services to meet growing customer demand for emission compliance -- The move aligns with EU and new IMO emissions regulations and follows Greece’s updated biofuel standards allowing up to
by Meghan Sapp (Biofuels Digest) In Singapore, World Economic Forum in collaboration with GenZero, announced the launch of Green Fuel Forward, a new initiative designed to scale demand for Sustainable Aviation Fuels (SAF) in the Asia-Pacific (APAC) region. Announced during the GenZero Climate
(Port of Virginia) Corridor runs between Norfolk Harbor and Virginia Inland Port -- The Port of Virginia is collaborating with Norfolk Southern (NYSE: NSC) on its new RailGreen program that reduces supply chain emissions for shippers. With the first-of-its-kind emission reduction program
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) This presentation features Mike Kass from Oak Ridge National Laboratory. It addresses decarbonizing marine shipping to meet IMO GHG reduction targets. Highlights include research by a 4-lab partnership assessing bio-intermediate potential via TEA and LCA, showing
(thyssenkrupp) E-methanol produced with captured CO2; uhde® green methanol technology -- Koppö Energia Oy has chosen uhde® green methanol technology and ordered a FEED (Front End Engineering Design) from thyssenkrupp Uhde. The planned e-methanol plant is part of a power-to-x (P2X) project
(Alder Renewables) The ambitious project aims to build a first-of-its-kind pilot plant to produce SAF and unlock optionality for today’s refiners -- Alder Renewables and Bioénergie AE Côte-Nord are proud to announce Project Avance, a strategic partnership to produce Sustainable Aviation Fuel
(Volvo) Demand for Volvo’s gas-powered trucks is rising and sales increased by more than 25% in 2024. Gas-powered trucks are a growing solution for transport companies to reduce their CO2 footprint as carbon emissions can be reduced by up to 100%
by Zhou Huiying, Liu Kun, Liu Kun and Hou Liqiang (China Daily) Several major grain-producing regions have been proactively leveraging their abundant agricultural and forestry residues to aid the low-carbon transition, converting waste into renewable energy and organic fertilizers. As the country's
(DAF) Important addition for transporters committed to sustainability -- For transporters who wish to switch to B100 biodiesel, the New Generation DAF XF, XG and XG+ can now also be delivered with a specially developed PACCAR MX-13 engine. This new power source is
(Global Center for Maritime Decarbonization) Incorporating CO2 that is captured from HFO combustion onboard vessels into concrete production results in the highest GHG emissions savings of the different utilisation pathways explored, as it partially displaces the need for carbon-intensive cement ashore; Post-capture transport
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) This presentation features Lauren Junker from BASF. The presentation details BASF’s journey to net zero by 2050 and shaping a circular economy. Key highlights include the focus on biobased carbon sources like starch, sucrose, oil crops,
(U.S. Energy Information Administration) Sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) production is growing in the United States as new capacity comes online. U.S. production of Other Biofuels, the category we use to capture SAF in our Petroleum Supply Monthly, approximately doubled from December 2024 to
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) This presentation features Gregory Jaffe of Jaffe Policy Consulting. Highlights include details on the USDA Climate Smart Agriculture Interim Rule, covering biofuel feedstock crops, carbon intensity, and supply chain standards. It outlines covered crops like field
by Jordan Davis (Rail Pros/Ethanol Producer Magazine) ... Many ethanol and other hazardous material facilities have rail spurs, track systems or loadout tracks used daily by employees. Some even possess equipment to move railcars, complete with train horns for safety. Rail
by Celia Llopis-Jepsen (KCUR/NPR ) Scientists in Kansas, Missouri and other states were poised to start research to cut U.S. reliance on fertilizer imports, keep biofuel farming cost-competitive and tackle a potent greenhouse gas. The U.S. Department of Energy had a vision:
by Timothy Daniel* (Rimba, Inc., special for Advanced Biofuels USA) Under the EU Renewable Energy Directive II (RED II), Renewable Fuels of Non-Biological Origin (RFNBOs) are defined as “liquid or gaseous fuels which are used in the transport sector other than biofuels
(CRS) Fuel producers and their customers concerned with managing the greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions from using fuels are pursuing ways to replace conventional fossil fuels with biologically derived and lower-emitting alternative fuels. To help spur investment in the production of these
(Argus Media) An Argus overview on SAF regulations, market fundamentals and prices READ MORE
(Clean Fuels Alliance America) A new study commissioned by Clean Fuels Alliance America shows the U.S. biomass-based diesel industry generated $42.4 billion in economic activity in 2024, supported 107,400 jobs and paid $6 billion in annual wages. The study, “Economic Impact of Biodiesel on
by Kristian Ilasko (Hydrocarbon Engineering) As the global drive toward net-zero intensifies, industries are seeking practical, scalable solutions to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Renewable methanol is emerging as a key enabler in this transition, offering a low-carbon alternative derived from
(Viva Energy Australia) Viva Energy kicked-off an an innovative trial of marine biofuel when Royal Caribbean Group's Celebrity Edge sailed from Sydney on 5 April.The initiative marks the first commercial cruise ship in Australia to partake in this trial, serving as
(UTC Overseas) ... External conditions such as changing weather, uprisings, strikes, and delays are factored into their everyday planning. UTC’s recent Heartwell project was fraught with many of these challenges. Knowledge and experience guided UTC’s team of professionals through the risks
(Biofuel Development Opportunity Zone Initiative) Southeast Kansas Positioned to Expand into Agricultural Biomass Market -- Southeast Kansas Regional Planning Commission, Ecostrat and the BDO Zone Initiative are pleased to announce the issue of an investment grade BDO Zone ‘BBB’ Rating for Southeast Kansas. The BDO Zone
(UkAgroConsult/S&P Global) Brazil’s booming corn ethanol industry is driving a surge in dried distillers grains with solubles production, and producers — especially in Mato Grosso state — are teaming up with local authorities to open new international markets, with a major
(OMV) OMV's first-time production of green hydrogen on a commercial scale; OMV has successfully started-up its plant in Schwechat near Vienna with an annual production of up to 1,500 metric tons of green hydrogen; It contributes to the production of more sustainable fuels
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) Understand the potential of hydrothermal liquefaction (HTL) to produce significant volumes of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) from wet wastes. HTL offers a continuous process with high carbon yields. Research focuses on addressing key challenges like nitrogen
(Nebraska Ethanol Board) Renewable Fuels Month highlights the importance of renewable biofuels, such as ethanol and biodiesel. The month of May marks the beginning of the summer driving season, making it an ideal time to fuel up on clean and cost-saving biofuels.
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