by Mittravinda Ranjan (ETEnergyWorld) The company is focusing on maximising refinery efficiency, scaling biofuels including SAF and deploying digital tools, as it deepens local partnerships and takes Indian technologies global, says Ranjit Kulkarni. READ MORE
(ResourceWise) Biofuels are no longer confined to standalone conversations or introductory explanations. Instead, they are increasingly woven into broader discussions of fuel strategy, carbon-intensity management, and near-term emissions reduction. This shift points to something very important: biofuels are becoming embedded in market
(Arva) Turnkey CI scoring, verified low-carbon feedstock sourcing, and field-to-facility traceability built for 45Z compliance. -- Arva today announced the expansion of its biofuels offering to support biofuel producers as they operationalize the 45Z Clean Fuel Production Credit. As fuel value becomes
(Embrapa (Google Translation)) Articles detail the emissions accounting methodology for RenovaBio and describe the state production profiles of sugarcane, soybeans, and corn, with their respective emissions. The RenovaCalc tool supports the certification of biofuel plants and provides the basis for calculating
(ZymoChem) The biotech leader continues history of strong collaboration with the U.S. national labs -- ZymoChem, the biotechnology leader dedicated to creating alternative materials for everyday products, is proud to announce a partnership with the Agile BioFoundry (ABF), funded by the U.S.
(LanzaTech) • 24K MTA Ethanol Plant would be the first facility in India using LanzaTech’s technology for converting sugarcane bagasse to produce essential fuels and/ or chemicals. Facility will use syngas produced by oxygen-enriched air gasification of bagasse, indigenously developed by Ankur
by Prakash Jha (BioEnergy Times) Praj Industries said it has successfully demonstrated its Ethanol-to-Jet (EtJ) process utilizing Axens JetanolTM technology at its Integrated Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) demonstration plant at Praj Matrix, its research and development centre. The achievement marks a
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) ... You work long hours on things that might take years to show their full value. You make decisions with incomplete information. You stand behind technologies that are better on balance, even if not perfect in
(Haffner Energy) Haffner Energy, a leading advanced solid biomass-to-clean fuels solutions provider, LanzaTech, a carbon management company providing a differentiated syngas-to-ethanol solution, and LanzaJet, the leading ethanol-to-jet technology company and fuels producer, announce today they are working together to explore joint
by Marc Heller (Politico Pro Greenwire) The Environmental Defense Fund is pressing Congress to make innovative research in agriculture a high priority. -- An environmental group said Thursday it’s launching a $50,000 ad campaign in four farm states to nudge policymakers toward
(ITOCHU) ITOCHU Corporation and Mitsui O.S.K. Lines Execute Japan’s First Environmental Attribute Certificate Trade -- ITOCHU Corporation (headquartered in Minato-ku, Tokyo; Keita Ishii, President & COO; hereinafter “ITOCHU”) announced today (January 9, 2026) that it has signed a memorandum of strategic partnership
(Keppel) Keppel Ltd., through its Infrastructure Division (Keppel), and Aster have entered into an agreement to jointly assess the development of one of Asia’s first commercial‑scale Ethanol‑to‑Jet (EtJ) Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) facilities on Jurong Island, Singapore. The proposed plant is
(Yanmar) Yanmar Power Solutions Co., Ltd., a subsidiary of Yanmar Holdings, has become the first engine manufacturer in Japan to obtain both type approval certificate*1 and NOx certificate*2 from Nippon Kaiji Kyokai (ClassNK) for its pilot-ignition hydrogen-fueled 4-stroke high-speed engine for power generation
(Manifold Times) Company is facilitating both ends of the bunkering supply chain from Vopak Tianjin to Vopak Penjuru Terminal, in partnership with Singapore’s bunker supplier Global Energy Trading. -- Liquid and gas storage and infrastructure solutions provider Vopak on Tuesday (27 January,
by Tony Harrington (Aviation Week) As the United Arab Emirates (UAE) progresses production of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF), it is eyeing major export opportunities to other markets such as the European Union (EU), which is struggling to scale up its own
(TOTE Services) Through their strategic partnership, TOTE Services and the Galveston LNG Bunker Port (GLBP) project aim to deploy a fleet of dedicated Jones Act LNG bunker vessels for the delivery of LNG to customers from the first dedicated small-scale LNG
by Jim Kendrick (Biofuels Digest) In Brazil, Rádio Jornal reports Sindaçúcar/PE president Renato Cunha says Pernambuco’s ethanol is ready for global shipping, and Suape is where it begins. “Ethanol production here has a tradition in exports,” Cunha told Rádio Jornal, noting
(Vinssen/Donga (Google Translation)) Signing of Joint Development Plan for Marine Application of Ammonia-Based Power Generation Solutions Samsung Heavy Industries, global ammonia solutions company Amogy, and hydrogen fuel cell specialist Vinssen are joining forces to develop an "ammonia-hydrogen fuel cell-based carbon-free power system"
(Wärtsilä) Technology group Wärtsilä will provide its advanced Wärtsilä 25 Ammonia solution to power a new cargo vessel for Norway-based Skarv Shipping Solutions. This vessel, which will be built at the Huanghai shipyard in China, will be the first newbuild to benefit
(Mahoney Environmental/PR Newswire) Used cooking oil recycler becomes certified for both EU and international aviation sustainability programs, strengthening the supply chain for clean fuels. Mahoney Environmental Solutions, LLC achieved International Sustainability and Carbon Certification (ISCC) for both EU and CORSIA (Carbon Offsetting Reduction
(UMe World/Biobased Diesel Daily) UMeWorld Ltd., a company advancing enzymatic biorefining solutions for renewable fuels and functional nutrition, announced Jan. 20 key execution milestones for its Malaysia sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) feedstock facility, marking the project’s transition into industrial execution.
by Erin Krueger (Biomass Magazine) The USDA’s Rural Business Cooperative Service on Jan. 14 sent a letter to agency staff implementing a 90-day administrative pause on the acceptance, processing and awarding of loan note guarantees for biodigester projects. “This action is being
(Drax) Drax has today (January 26, 2026) launched its Biomass Tracker, a new digital tool that provides greater visibility into the journey our woody biomass takes through the company’s global supply chain. The interactive tool shows the countries and states where Drax
(DevvStream/Business Wire) XCF Global, Inc. (“XCF”) (Nasdaq: SAFX), a key player in decarbonizing the aviation industry through sustainable aviation fuel (“SAF”), and DevvStream Corp. (Nasdaq: DEVS) (“DevvStream”), a leading carbon management and environmental-asset monetization firm, today (January 26, 2026) announced that
by Erin Krueger (Biodiesel Magazine) CVR Energy Inc. on Jan. 26 confirmed the reversion of the renewable diesel unit at its refinery in Wynnewood, Oklahoma, back to hydrocarbon processing was completed in December. The reversion reduces U.S. renewable diesel production capacity
(ORLEN) ORLEN has entered into cooperation agreements with three Finnish partners for the production and supply of renewable hydrogen and its derivatives. The agreements signed with ABO Energy Suomi, Nordic Ren-Gas and VolagHy Kuopio SPV will help secure hydrogen supplies during
(Haffner Energy) Haffner Energy announced today (January 27, 2026) the launch of its new C-iC modular industrial units line[1], designed to address the financing and deployment challenges facing medium-scale, decentralized biofuel projects. By removing key economic barriers, this approach makes mid-sized
(CF Industries) CF Industries Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: CF), a leading global manufacturer of hydrogen and nitrogen products, and POET, the world’s largest producer of biofuels, have launched a pilot project with major agriculture co-operatives to jointly develop a low-carbon fertilizers supply
(Honeywell) Honeywell (NASDAQ: HON) today announced that SAF One Energy Management Limited (SAF One) will use Honeywell UOP Ecofining™ process technology to produce sustainable aviation fuel (SAF). Tata Projects Limited (TPL), the Tata Group’s engineering and construction arm, has been appointed as
(Petrobras/Biobased Diesel Daily) Petrobras announced Jan. 15 that it has signed an agreement to supply bunker fuel with 24 percent renewable content (B24) to the Norwegian company Odfjell, one of the world’s largest shipping companies in the transport of chemicals and bulk liquids. Petrobras said this strategic operation
(Molecule Group) Molecule Group's held an ILUC Reconsidered workshop on-site at the Clean Fuels Conference 2026 in Orlando on January 19th to gather feedback on the workstream’s near-term objectives. ILUC Reconsidered group leader* Tristan Brown was a panel speaker during the “ILUC
(IBP University) IPB University Agricultural Machinery Engineering Expert Prof Desrial has developed a renewable energy innovation based on local resources by utilising nyamplung oil and biogas as fuel for agricultural machinery. This innovation is considered to have great potential to support
(Renewable Carbon Initiative/Renewable Carbon News) The Renewable Carbon Initiative (RCI) published their latest report “Case Studies Based on Peer-reviewed Life Cycle Assessments – Carbon Footprints of Different Renewable Carbon-based Chemicals and Materials (Second, Extended Version)”. The report was conducted by the
(EcoNews (Google Translation)) January 26th is World Environmental Education Day , a date that invites us to reflect on the key role of education as a tool for promoting environmental protection and the responsible use of resources. Within this framework, schools are becoming increasingly important as strategic
(EcoNews (Google Translation)) Essential Energy Holding, a renewable energy company , signed an agreement with Embraer , a Brazilian aerospace firm, to evaluate aspects of biofuel production and distribution for Argentine farmers. They estimate that bioethanol-powered units for spraying in fields throughout the region and the
(Topsoe) o Topsoe has signed an agreement with Tangshan Jinlihai to deliver the technology and services that will enable production of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF). o Based in the Caofeidian Petrochemical Industry Base, it is set to break ground in
(EcoCeres) EcoCeres has officially launched its state-of-the-art renewable fuel facility in Pasir Gudang, Johor, Malaysia, marking a historic milestone as the country’s first Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) production plant. EcoCeres Inc., a leading pure-play renewable fuels producer rooted in Hong Kong and
by Sam A. Rushing (Advanced Cryogenics/Biofuels Digest) ... The Summit Energy pipeline has been slated to receive CO2 by-product from up to 57 ethanol plants in the 5-state Midwest region is one excellent solution to help tame the CO2 beast; along with
(XFuel) Low-carbon drop-in fuel supplier secures major investment from maritime leaders NYK Line and Stolt Ventures. -- XFuel, a low-carbon drop-in fuel technology company, today announced the successful completion of its Series A funding round earlier last year, raising $20 million in
(Japan Engine Corporation) Japan Engine Corporation (J-ENG) has commenced development of the methanol-fueled engine, UEC50LSJM. Following the completion of its first ammonia-fueled engine, 7UEC50LSJA, in August of this year, J-ENG is also working on the development of the hydrogen-fueled engine, 6UEC35LSGH.
by Alan Sherrard (Bioenergy International) Swedish tech company Cestore AB has announced the development of a new process for cost-effective and large-scale permanent carbon dioxide storage, where emissions are converted into stable, natural salts. Together with compatriot Nynas AB, a specialty
(Bioenergy International) The Sustainable Biomass Program (SBP) has announced the publication of its Strategy for 2026-2030, setting out a clear and ambitious roadmap for the next five years. Building on more than a decade of progress, the SBP Strategy 2026-2030 outlines how SBP will
(S&P Global) The biofuels sector is at a pivotal moment, facing shifting policies and a heightened focus on sustainability. Balancing multiple, sometimes competing, sometimes complementary priorities - from reducing carbon intensity and managing climate risks; to operating in a tough cost
(European Biodiesel Board) The European Biodiesel Board (EBB) has put in place a monitoring tool for transposition of RED III in the 27 EU Member States. In this tool, we track the key elements that are important to HVO and FAME
(News on Projects) Organic Recycling Systems Ltd. (ORSL) has secured a large-scale engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) order from BNG Power and Energy LLP for setting up a Compressed Bio-Gas (CBG) project in Jaipur, Rajasthan. The project, to be executed by ORSL’s
by Carah Hart (Brownfield Ag News) The director of market development with Missouri Soybeans says more companies are using higher blend renewable fuels in equipment. Matt Amick tells Brownfield several engine manufacturers are using up to B100. “There’s equipment called Optimus, it’s retrofit
(Iowa Corn Growers Association) Without immediate passage of nationwide, year-round E15 and access to ultra-low carbon ethanol markets, such as sustainable aviation fuel and marine fuel, Iowa’s corn and ethanol industry will continue its downward decline, according to a new study released by Iowa Corn and the Iowa Renewable Fuels Association. Iowa’s
(Gevo) The Gevo North Dakota site is believed to be the largest producer of engineered carbon removal credits and the only ethanol carbon capture and storage project issuing Puro.earth-certified certificates with thousand-year permanence Gevo, Inc. (NASDAQ: GEVO), a leader in renewable fuels
(Perpetual Next) Perpetual Next USA will develop an additional of three biomass-to-biomethanol production facilities in the Southeastern United States. Each of the facilities is designed to process approximately one million tons of sustainably sourced biomass feedstock per year. Development of the
(Engie) • ENGIE takes final investment decision on a new biomethane facility in the North of England, backed by a long-term biomethane purchasing agreement (BPA) with PepsiCo UK UK’s first food and drink industry BPA expected to help reduce PepsiCo UK’s emissions
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) Aemetis outlines a five-year plan projecting Adjusted EBITDA growth from $31.2 million in 2024 to $644.6 million in 2028. The strategy hinges on expanding dairy RNG digesters from 8 in 2023 to 75 by 2028 and
(CF Industries) CF Industries Holdings Inc. (NYSE: CF), a leading global manufacturer of hydrogen and nitrogen products, Trafigura, a market leader in the global commodities industry, and TFG Marine, a leading global marine fuel supplier, today announced the signing of a
(Lloyd's Register) The UK is taking a decisive step towards leading the global race to decarbonise shipping with the launch of the Maritime Nuclear Consortium. Convened by Lloyd’s Register (LR), the group unites leading expertise from the nuclear, maritime, insurance and regulatory
(Cargill) Brave Pioneer is the first in a new fleet of chartered vessels designed to scale Cargill’s investment to low-carbon innovation across dry-bulk shipping -- Cargill today (January 15, 2026) announced the maiden voyage of Brave Pioneer, the first of five green methanol dual-fuel dry
(People's Daily Online) The "Daqing 268" vessel completed the refueling of the international vessel "COSCO Shipping Carnation" with 200 tons of green methanol fuel. On January 21, the "Daqing 268," my country's first domestically built methanol dual-fuel (methanol and chemical) bunkering vessel,
(Petrobras/Biobased Diesel Daily) Petrobras and Shell Brasil launched in December the Carbon Countdown, the largest project ever undertaken to measure—in a standardized way and on a national scale—the carbon stocks above and below ground in all terrestrial biomes of the country. The companies’ mutual interest in the decarbonization trajectory is complemented by the
(Chevron) ... Fleet operators today face significant complexity as they balance emissions targets, operational efficiency, and cost management. Fuel diversity is increasing as fleets incorporate lower carbon intensity fuels such as compressed natural gas (CNG), renewable natural gas (RNG), biodiesel,
(TNO) The chemical industry is undergoing a major transition: moving away from fossil feedstocks towards a climate-neutral and economically resilient future. At TNO, we develop technologies that harness sunlight to convert CO₂ and green hydrogen into valuable chemicals and fuels. This
(Syzygy Plasmonics/PR Newswire) Binding six-year offtake agreement marks a significant milestone for the industry, paving the way for using abundant biogas to create cost-competitive SAF HOUSTON, Jan. 20, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Syzygy Plasmonics, a global leader in light-driven chemical reactor technology, today announced a binding
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) Bayer Crop Science projects over €32 billion in peak sales potential from its innovation pipeline, including next-generation traits like Preceon Smart Corn. In its May 2025 update, the company targeted >€25 billion in net sales and
by Jenna Rose (Iowa Biodiesel Board/Biobased Diesel Daily) State-level policy and industry collaboration position Iowa as a model for B30 adoption. As Iowa’s biodiesel producers continue to weather a difficult year marked by federal-policy uncertainty and challenges, the state of Iowa continues
Kristof Reiter (Reiter USA/Biobased Diesel Daily) Recent changes, including replacing the blenders tax credit with 45Z, removal of the indirect land-use change penalty, and potential reductions in subsidies to foreign fuel and feedstock under both 45Z and RFS programs, are fundamentally
by Karen Potratz (Michigan Advanced Biofuels Coalition/Biobased Diesel Daily) Policy changes and new demand opportunities create optimism in the Great Lakes state. -- After months of uncertainty, Michigan’s biodiesel industry is reporting a positive outlook for 2026, thanks to updated policies and new
Richard Heiden (R.W. Heiden Associates/Biobased Diesel Daily) ... Overall, however, the predictability of virgin seed-oil feedstock compositions is usually quite high, and pretreatment processes that reduce possible impurities are well defined and highly efficient. In contrast, incoming lots of feedstock oils
(AGQM/Biobased Diesel Daily) Germany’s biodiesel quality management association (AGQM) announced Jan. 15 that it is launching the 2026 no-harm testing round to test oxidation stabilizers and cold-flow improvers for biodiesel. Additive manufacturers are invited to register their products for participation by Feb.
(Business Airport International) The Business Aviation Coalition for Sustainable Aviation Fuel is urging aircraft operators traveling to the World Economic Forum Annual Meeting 2026 in Davos-Klosters to secure SAF through their fuel providers and FBOs. The Coalition highlighted that over 100 FBOs
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) ... Most discussion around sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) focuses on production volumes, mandates, and feedstocks. How much can be made, where it will come from, and who will subsidize it. Those questions are real —
(ResourceWise) We all know how quickly the global business landscape is shifting to Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) compliance. Even though it’s often folded into the ever-growing list of corporate buzzwords, it’s far more than that. ESG has become central to sustainable
This month, David LaGreca, Dave Lindenmuth, and Lisa Hanke explore the evolving landscape of carbon markets and regulatory policy, focusing on the strategic advantages and challenges faced by U.S. and international players. This session will cover the implications of U.S.
by Laith Amin (Sustainability Magazine/EcoEngineers) For years, the energy and industrial sectors have treated compliance as a necessary cost of doing business. Regulations were viewed as hurdles, tax credits as short-term windfalls and carbon accounting as a paperwork exercise. But we
by Lyndsey Nielsen (Carbon Counts/EcoEngineers) David LaGreca and Dave Lindenmuth are back with Carbon Counts, an informational series exploring how guidance from the Greenhouse Gas Protocol, state and local jurisdictions, and evolving consumer expectations are redefining transparency in emissions accounting. EcoEngineers’ Climate Risk
(Jeonbuk National University/PR Newswire) Study focuses on fluidized bed design and the structure and performance of various kinds of oxygen carriers -- Traditional techniques of converting fossil fuels for heat and power generation and chemical production increase carbon footprint, harming society and
by Sebastian Wittrock (Univeristy of Southern Denmark) In collaboration with European partners, researchers from SDU’s Department of Green Technology will develop a new type of electrolyser that can produce green hydrogen more cheaply, sustainably, more efficiently, and without the use of PFAS,
by Jim Giles (Trellis) Environmental attribute certificates aggregate demand for low-carbon products to boost the spread of emerging technologies. EACs were used in 2025 to funnel investment to low-carbon cement, iron, road transport and other sectors. The instrument works by separating the environmental
(Ecostrat/Biofuel Development Opportunity Zone Initiative) Ecostrat Inc. and the BDO Zone Initiative are proud to have supported the development of CSA Group’s newly published Technical Specification, CSA TS-005:25 Bioeconomy Development Opportunity (BDO) Zone Assessment. This landmark Technical Specification is designed to help accelerate the growth of
(Fuel Cells Works) China has completed the world’s largest hydrogen refuelling station in Xinjiang, capable of dispensing up to 10 tonnes of hydrogen per day and refuelling hundreds of fuel-cell trucks. The world’s largest hydrogen refuelling station has been completed in the
(UABIO) Biomethane is the most promising domestic fuel for production and use in the maritime sector! -- For the SAF (Sustainable Agribusiness Forum) platform, our expert Semen Drahniev prepared a review of the report by the We Build Ukraine Analytical Centre, ‘Strategic Roadmap for Green Biofuels in Ukraine:
(Notes from Poland/UABIO) Polish energy company Orlen, a member of the Bioenergy Association of Ukraine, has begun construction of the first part of a planned network of 21 stations for refuelling vehicles with liquefied biomethane (Bio-LNG). The first station is due to open in the second half
(UABIO) On 15 January, a webinar was held, organised by the German company agriportance GmbH, a member of the Association, in collaboration with UABIO. The event focused on how Ukrainian producers can position themselves meaningfully in the European biomethane market — from production
(Danish Maritime) New Danish data, collected during real-world sailing, documents significant climate benefits from biofuel for the shipping industry. The findings have been submitted to the International Maritime Organization (IMO). Soot particles – also known as Black Carbon – are among the
by Roberto Bocca (World Economic Forum) • Scaling clean fuels will be central to industry and transport in the coming decades. • Clean fuel projects are moving from pilots to industrial scale, proving that innovation and collaboration can deliver real impact, yet
(Egypt State Information Service) Prime Minister Moustafa Madbouli asserted the Egyptian government’s commitment to supporting the Green Hydrogen Production Project, which is being implemented by Norway’s Scatec in partnership with the Sovereign Fund of Egypt, Orascom Construction and Fertiglobe in the
(NewYork GreenCloud/Business Wire) NewYork GreenCloud (NYGC) announced the acquisition of the Buena Vista Biomass Power (BVBP) facility in Ione, California. The site will become NYGC’s first large-scale carbon negative AI Factory, integrating biomass-to-pyrolysis energy systems with behind-the-meter, liquid-cooled AI compute. “The
(European Commission) The European Commission has approved, under EU State aid rules, a €200 million German scheme to support the production in Canada of renewable hydrogen and its derivatives, known as renewable fuels of non-biological origin (RFNBOs). These RFNBOs will be
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) ... Later this month, New Mexico’s Environmental Improvement Board is expected to finalize the state’s Clean Transportation Fuel Program, a market-based standard designed to reduce the carbon intensity of transportation fuels over time. The debate around the
by Lisa Gibson (Ethanol Producer Magazine) Shelby Baker, sales engineer with Fluid Quip Technologies, says her favorite characteristic of mechanical vapor recompression (MVR) is its surprising versatility. “There’s a lot more potential to use MVRs than where you initially think of—at
(Outokumpu) Outokumpu initiates a collaboration with Norsk e-Fuel to convert carbon side streams into eSAF – enabling 200,000-ton direct emission reduction for Outokumpu Outokumpu, the global leader in sustainable stainless steel, and Norsk e-Fuel, a Nordic pioneer in Power-to-Liquid project development, have
(Scan Global Logistics) When Scan Global Logistics' (SGL) Ocean Freight team in Sweden announced their goal to power all first- and final-mile container deliveries with biofuel, it was a bold commitment. Two years later, that promise has been fulfilled and verified:
by Conrad Kader (CFR Engines/Biobased Diesel Daily) With IQT-FLEX, laboratories can seamlessly switch between standard compliance mode and research mode, eliminating the need to operate separate instruments for certification and scientific discovery. ... Introducing IQT-FLEX: Unlocking Research Freedom To fully support the scientific community,
(Interreg Øresund-Kattegat-Skagerrak) Project financing from Interreg Øresund-Kattegat-Skagerrak will support the establishment of a cross-border collaboration platform aimed at accelerating the use of renewable energy through CCUS (Carbon Capture, Utilization, and Storage) in the Øresund region, paving the way for the production
(Asterion) • The investment includes €800 million of equity, comprising €400 million from Asterion Industrial Infra Fund III and €400 million in co-investment commitments from existing investors. ABIO is rapidly scaling its European footprint, with six operational biomethane plants, six under construction, and
(Malaysian Review) THE Malaysian Palm Oil Board (MPOB) will introduce an official reference price for used cooking oil in the first quarter of 2026 (1Q26). Plantation and Commodities Minister Datuk Seri Dr Noraini Ahmad ... said the benchmark would provide clearer price signals, support
(Gevo/Globe Newswire) Gevo, Inc. (NASDAQ: GEVO), a leader in renewable fuels and chemicals, as well as carbon management, today announced that it has been awarded U.S. Patent No. 12,486,207 B2 from the United States Patent and Trademark Office (“USPTO”). The patent
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) Presented at ABLC Next 2025, Grey Heron provides a roadmap for securing investor-grade offtake agreements for first-of-its-kind projects. CEO Steve Weiss emphasizes moving beyond “vanilla” LOIs by capturing precise terms like volume, pricing formulas, and target
by Stephen Toon (BioVeritas/Biofuels Digest) The Feedstock Dilemma at the Heart of SAF -- After several decades working across industrial biotechnology, from greenfield plant startups to navigating more than a few cellulosic scale-up challenges, I’ve learned that the future of sustainable aviation
by Ellese Caruana (Clariant/World Economic Forum) • The IMO’s cut in carbon intensity by 40% by 2030 and net-zero emissions by 2050 can only be achieved by a transition to scalable green fuels. Promising substitutes for fossil-based maritime fuels are green methanol and
(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
by Eric Wise (Otodata/Biobased Diesel Daily) How Otodata is simplifying monitoring for used cooking oil collectors. -- Most readers of Biobased Diesel® have heard plenty about the rise of used cooking oil (UCO) as a critical feedstock for renewable diesel and biodiesel.
by Dani Charles (Veriflux/Biobased Diesel Daily) The regulatory fog has thinned enough to invest in—and reap the benefits of— systems intentionally built for adaptability and traceability. -- This is my third year contributing to the Winter Edition of Biobased Diesel®. Each year,
(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
(BC Bioenergy Network) Micro-certificate programs provide life cycle assessment and clean fuel policies training to professionals across North America. Canada’s growing bioeconomy is charting a course towards a low-carbon future, but a crucial skills gap has emerged as a significant challenge. As
by Matthew Stone (ResoureceWise/Biomass Magazine) ... Aviation and maritime mandates are accelerating at a time when biomass markets are tightening. The shift is creating a more competitive landscape for all participants, from refiners and traders to compliance teams and feedstock aggregators. The
(ESI Total Fuel Management/Globe Newswire) Leading fuel management provider delivers Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil (HVO/R99) solutions, helping clients reach net-zero 2030 goals while ensuring mission-critical reliability -- ESI Total Fuel Management (ESI), a proven industry expert in diesel generator fuel lifecycle management, announces the
( BNDES News Agency) With resources from the Climate Fund, the unit in Luís Eduardo Magalhães (BA) will process up to 1 million tons of corn and 498 million liters of ethanol per year. The Brazilian National Bank for Economic and Social Development
(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 Rick Gilmore (GIC Group/Biofuels Digest) Biofuel production, end-use in the US, and exports all have registered steady gains from 2016-2025. The track record of growth and production efficiencies has been impressive, but challenges lie ahead and verifiable carbon benefits can
by Erin Krueger (Biodiesel Magazine) The U.S. Energy Information Administration currently expects the production of renewable diesel and other biofuels, including sustainable aviation fuel (SAF), to expand in 2027, according to the agency’s latest Short-Term Energy Outlook, released Jan. 13. Biodiesel
(ASTM International/AZO Materials) ASTM International has developed a standard (E3503) that will address a specific need in the ethanol industry: measuring corn kernel fiber conversion for various applications, including regulatory pathways. The standard was developed by the biomass conversion subcommittee (E48.05), part of
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
(International Association of Classification Societies) The International Association of Classification Societies (IACS) has announced a landmark revision to its Unified Requirement UR M78, introducing comprehensive safety requirements for marine engines fuelled by ammonia. This update marks a pivotal step toward achieving the maritime
by Caitlin Scheresky (Biomass Magazine) Five years ago, OPAL Fuels stepped out of the private sector and emerged as an ambitious leader in the production and distribution of renewable natural gas. With major partners including NextEra Energy, UPS, CHS and Fiat Chrysler
(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)
(Biofuel Development Opportunity Zone Initiative) Ecostrat and the BDO Zone Initiative are pleased to announce that Ark-La-Tex Financial Consultants, L.L.C. (ALTFC) has joined the BDO Zone Investment Coalition, a select group of investors and capital market partners committed to accelerating investment in biobased manufacturing, biofuels, renewable
(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
(Uniper) ... Uniper Global Commodities SE (“Uniper”) and AM Green Ammonia India Private Limited (“AM Green Ammonia”) today (January 12, 2026) announced the signing of a long-term binding offtake agreement for renewable ammonia certified as a Renewable Fuel of Non-Biological
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
(OPIS) OPIS today (January 9, 2026) announced a significant enhancement to its long-standing Ethanol & Biodiesel Information Service (EBIS) Weekly Newsletter, which will now be published under the name OPIS Biofuels Weekly Report. The updated title and expanded coverage reflect the rapidly
by Scott Waldman (E&E News Climatewire) A small team of researchers who dispute mainstream climate science may play an outsize role in the next National Climate Assessment. -- Trump administration officials have for months considered using a small group of climate contrarians
by Chakraborty (Inventiva) The global energy landscape is undergoing a profound transformation as the world races to meet ambitious climate targets and reduce dependence on fossil fuels. In this transition, biofuels have emerged as a critical bridge technology, offering renewable alternatives
(Chemical Industry Digest) The Indian Federation of Green Energy (IFGE) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Global Ethanol Association (GEA) to promote ethanol as a sustainable green fuel, with a primary focus on the marine sector. In addition, the
(National Academies of Sciences) Our current information ecosystem makes it easier for misinformation about science to spread and harder for people to figure out what is scientifically accurate. Proactive solutions are needed to address misinformation about science, an issue of public
(Moeve) Establishes a scalable industrial platform that integrates refining, trading, chemicals and green molecules (biofuels and hydrogen) activities: serving its B2B customers with a globally competitive offering; Creates a retail platform with one of the largest service station networks in Spain and
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
(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 reason everyone gathered at Paine Field last week was clear: to launch the Cascadia Sustainable Aviation Accelerator. More than 175 people filled Boeing’s Future of Flight building in Everett—senior state and county leaders, airline and
(Chimbusco Pan Nation) The fuel oil barge "Guosi" has been technically upgraded to become Hong Kong's first Category II certified fuel oil barge specifically for providing B100 biodiesel. China Gas Holdings Limited today announced the official launch of its B100 biodiesel fuel service in
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
by Jim Kendrick (Biofuels Digest) In China, Xinde Marine News reports China’s top shipowners and policymakers gathered on January 5 to launch the New Energy and Environment Committee, a high-level alliance set to orchestrate the country’s push for low-carbon shipping. With
by Nadja Skopljak (Offshore Energy) The Beaumont New Ammonia (BNA) facility, located in southeast Texas, U.S., has produced its first ammonia following the completion of systems testing, representing the first phase of operations commissioning of the facility. Commercial production is expected to
(bp) Partnership will leverage Corteva technology and bp integrated downstream capabilities to produce and deliver biofuel feedstocks to global markets; Ignacio Conti to be CEO, Gaurav Sonar to be Chair of the Board of Directors Corteva Inc. (NYSE: CTVA) and bp (NYSE: BP,
(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),
(Topsoe) Behind every successful renewable fuel plant is an EPC company navigating complex engineering, procurement and construction challenges. Carron Marie Freeney from Topsoe joins the podcast to unpack the project lifecycle, contract strategies and why early EPC involvement is critical to
(Topsoe) SAF Special #1 of 3: SAF in 2025: Are we still sitting on the runway? Season 7 In the first of our three-part SAF Specials, The Fuel for Thought Podcast Season 7 opens with Patrick Edmond, Chief Marketing Officer at Future Energy
by Mikala Grubb, Sandra Winter-Madsen, Milica Folić and Sylvain Verdier (Topsoe/Biofuels Digest) The renewable fuels industry has reached a critical juncture. After years of incremental progress, false starts and regulatory uncertainty, the sector is entering a phase that experts describe with
(Moeve) - The companies have reached an agreement to develop between four and six biomethane plants, each with an estimated production capacity of 60 GWh per year - Andalusia is the priority region for the rollout of the projects, which will reduce
(ViGo) ... All stations in the combined network will provide bioLNG, offering ViGo customers expanded options on critical routes and supporting their decarbonisation ambitions. This acquisition significantly enhances ViGo’s downstream network of LNG stations across Germany, the UK, and Benelux. Customers
(Argus Media) Global energy and commodity price reporting agency Argus has launched a new suite of renewable fuel ticket prices for the Netherlands. The country is gearing up to implement the latest update to the EU’s Renewable Energy Directive (RED III) and
(Petrobras (Google translation)) The contract also outlines business opportunities with low-carbon solutions. -- Petrobras and Vale have signed a contract for the supply of diesel to the mining company's operations in Minas Gerais . The agreement involves the supply of S10 diesel , produced by Petrobras, with the addition of the
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) GreenBridgeLLC focuses on bridging the gap between clean-technology innovation and commercial success, specifically targeting sectors like SAF, plastic circularity, and decarbonization. President Poornima Sharma emphasizes that the “Scale-up stage” is the toughest hurdle, where the scale-up
by Dina Bacovsky, Andrea Sonnleitner, Jean Felipe Leal Silva, Glaucia Mendes Souza (SCI Journals: Biofuels, Bioproducts and Biorefining) Despite early momentum, large-scale production of cellulosic ethanol has yet to achieve its expected breakthrough. The sector has faced setbacks, including project cancellations,
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,
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