Advances in biotechnology and biomanufacturing are essential for the United States to maintain global leadership as well as for supporting economic and national security interests. Biology provides the basis for innovations from medicine, health, and agriculture, to defense, energy, and
by Natalie Roberts* (Advanced Biofuels USA) The 2025 Environmental Justice Summit was hosted by the Greater Washington Region Clean Cities Coalition (GWRCCC) at Howard University. This event had four small panels, each focusing on a different aspect or application of environmental justice.
by Nathaniel Cline (Virginia Mercury) With biofuel production rising and pressure to reduce emissions growing, state and regional leaders embrace cleaner alternatives in the skies. -- As President Donald Trump’s administration scales back national climate initiatives, local leaders in the Washington Metropolitan
The Environmental and Energy Study Institute (EESI) and the House and Senate Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency (REEE) Caucuses invite you to join us for the 28th Annual Congressional Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency EXPO and Policy Forum (EXPO 2025). Top-level speakers will showcase technologies and
Join the discussion aimed at crafting a shared vision of transitioning airlines to the use of SAF (Sustainable Aviation Fuels). Most of aviation's fuel pollutes our atmosphere while impacting the health of nearby residents. Join the leaders of the Greater
Smart Cities Connect Conference and Expo unites city leaders and solution providers to tackle urgent urban challenges—from sustainability and mobility to cybersecurity and data governance. This fall, we’re seeking forward-thinking panel submissions that offer real solutions and inspire collaboration. Taking place
The Greater Washington Region Clean Cities Coalition (GWRCCC) is now accepting award nominations for outstanding individuals, organizations, and initiatives driving progress in clean energy, transportation innovation, and environmental equity. Do you know a leader, business, or community partner making a real impact in the clean
Do the garbage trucks in your area use 100% biodiesel? Here are some that do. You might follow their examples. DC Public Works Expands Biodiesel Truck Fleet with Advanced Fuel Systems City of Ames Grows Sustainable Fleet with Partners Renewable Energy Group
The Environmental and Energy Study Institute (EESI) and the House and Senate Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency (REEE) Caucuses invite you to join us for the 28th Annual Congressional Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency EXPO and Policy Forum (EXPO 2025). Top-level speakers will showcase technologies and
SAVE THE DATE GES seeks to elevate ethanol’s international visibility and ongoing successful initiatives as a viable decarbonization solution within the transportation and emerging new uses sectors. “Prior GES events have been great successes for the Council and the U.S. biofuels industry,
Hosted in coordination with the House and Senate Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency Caucuses. The Environmental and Energy Study Institute (EESI) and the Business Council for Sustainable Energy (BCSE) invite you to a briefing about the 13th edition of the Sustainable Energy in America Factbook. The
This forum will break down historical racial disparities in transportation, energy, and the environment. READ MORE
Every step supports clean energy and sustainability. Run, walk, or cheer—be part of the movement for a greener future! Get ready to step up for the environment at the Earth Day 5K Walk and Green Expo, a celebration of sustainability, clean energy,
SAVE THE DATE Hosted by the Greater Washington Region Clean Cities Coalition, one of nearly 80 coalitions in the US that fosters economic, environmental, and energy security by working locally to advance affordable, domestic transportation fuels, energy efficient mobility systems, and other fuel-saving technologies and
The conference will focus on promoting Industrial Biotechnology throughout this multi-day conference and exhibition. To kick off the event there will be a reception on Sunday evening, November 16, 2025 from 5:00 -7:00 p.m., included in the registration ticket of the conference. The
(Greater Washington Region Clean Cities Coalition) The Greater Washington Region Clean Cities Coalition (GWRCCC) is pleased to announce that it has been awarded a National Diesel Emissions Reduction Act (DERA) grant totaling $689,772. This grant will sustain the replacement of sixteen municipal
Republicans are restarting bipartisan talks on the long stalled, $1.5 trillion farm bill in 2025. Join POLITICO on Wednesday, February 12 at 8:30 a.m. ET, as we convene key leaders on the urgent conversations around the political fight ahead, as
(Washington Post) The budget office came under immense pressure over the impacts of a sudden pause in key government spending. -- The White House budget office on Wednesday rescinded an order freezing federal grants, according to a copy of a memo obtained
This event brings together public and private sector fleet and industry leaders from across the country during the Washington, DC Auto Show. Don’t miss the premier event for fleet management professionals at the Washington Convention Center in D.C.! Gain valuable insights
We address topics close to the industry and meet our industry professionals and experts. Highlights of the program are: Policy and FID: · Biofuel market trends: speed of adoption relative to electrification and other fuel alternatives · Overview of the current state of
Ready to make a difference in climate policy? But not sure where to start? We have you covered. The Environmental and Energy Study Institute (EESI) invites you to join us for our start-of-the-new Congress briefing series, Climate Camp. We will go over
The ARPA-E Energy Innovation Summit is where energy innovators Forge the Future and outlier energy ideas are brought to life. The Summit brings together energy scientists, technologists, entrepreneurs, engineers, and industry visionaries who dare to disrupt the status quo. Register now to Discover, Connect, and
Join the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine for a large public workshop bringing together a diverse group of higher education stakeholders to explore potential mechanisms to advance the role of the higher education sector in enabling transformational climate
Environmental and Energy Study Institute's Briefing Series: Congressional Climate Camp -- Ready to make a difference in climate policy, but not sure where to start? We have you covered. The Environmental and Energy Study Institute (EESI) invites you to join us for our start-of-the-new-Congress
"United We Thrive" The commissioners, secretaries and directors of agriculture from around the nation will gather with federal agencies, congressional leaders and industry stakeholders to address pressing agricultural and food policy issues. NASDA represents the united voice of departments of agriculture
The ACE DC Fly-In & Government Affairs Summit is taking place this coming spring - March 27-28, 2025! Join us in conveying the story of ethanol beyond the corn belt. Every year, ACE brings ordinary, hard-working people from all corners of ethanol
DC Climate Week (DCCW) will establish Washington, D.C. as the epicenter of climate innovation by providing opportunities to engage with policymakers, fund climate solutions, and showcase cutting-edge technologies. Through curated workshops, panels, exhibitions, and networking events, join us in transforming our
(U.S. Grains Council) The U.S. Grains Council (USGC) welcomed reporters from Japan’s key nationwide news groups to visit with and interview ethanol stakeholders to gain perspective on the future of Japan’s ethanol market. This team arrived (in December 2024) shortly after Japan’s
(Growth Energy) On Wednesday, November 20th, Growth Energy, along with Clean Fuels Alliance America, filed a new opening brief with the U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit (Case No. 20-1046) challenging the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) failure to fully account
Deploy24 will bring together industry executives, investors, community leaders, and other public and private sector decision-makers from across the clean energy supply chain. Our focus: to accelerate the deployment of critical energy and decarbonization technologies in the United States. As Deploy24
(Greater Washington Region Clean Cities Coalition) The Greater Washington Region Clean Cities Coalition (GWRCCC) has released its 2024 Jumpstart Report, a groundbreaking initiative aimed at enhancing access to biodiesel and electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure across gas stations in the D.C.,
The Agricultural Outlook Forum (AOF) is USDA’s largest and premier annual gathering. The breadth and timeliness of the AOF programs have consistently drawn a diverse group of participants, including producers, processors, policymakers, government officials, and non-governmental organizations. It routinely attracts
(Signature Aviation/Globe Newswire) Signature also becomes the first private aviation terminal network to commit to a permanent supply of blended SAF at six of the largest private aviation markets on the U.S. East Coast and Gulf Coast. -- Signature Aviation, the world’s
A bioeconomy experience like no other: 10 Summits and Networking like crazy -- In the Sustainable Aviation Summit, ABLC will highlight success stories and emerging technologies for aviation fuels for commercial and military application, including a look at consortia aimed at
(Inside EPA) Refiners are suing EPA in district court in an effort to force the agency to cut its 2023 volume requirements for cellulosic biofuel under the renewable fuel standard (RFS), an action aimed at sidestepping potential procedural hurdles in their
The Environmental and Energy Study Institute (EESI) and the World Resources Institute (WRI) invite you to a briefing about effective policy-making for carbon dioxide removal (CDR). CDR—the practice of removing and storing carbon dioxide from the atmosphere and ocean—comes in
by Justin McPherson* (Advanced Biofuels USA) On Thursday, June 20, 2024, Greater Washington Region Clean City Coalition (GWRCCC) hosted an Environmental Justice Summit in celebration of the Juneteenth holiday on the campus of Howard University. The day’s event consisted of 5
The Monthly Clean Energy and Transportation Industry Meeting is an opportunity to hear what’s happening at GWRCCC and receive clean energy, environmental and transportation updates from local industry leaders on funding, business and job opportunities. This webinar can be viewed in
The 2025 Mirzayan Fellowship application is now open! Launched in 1997, the Christine Mirzayan Science & Technology Policy Graduate Fellowship Program is a full-time, hands-on training and educational program that provides early career individuals with the opportunity to spend 12 weeks
by Joanne Ivancic* (Advanced Biofuels USA) Did You Know? Buses can run on 100% renewable fuel. Just ask Itabus in Italy. Itabus travels with Enilive’s biofuel, 100% made from renewable raw materials They will be using 100% renewable diesel/HVO or hydrotreated
The U.S. Department of Energy Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy's Industrial Efficiency and Decarbonization Office and Change Chemistry are co-hosting a forum with public and private sector thought leaders to discuss the research, investment, and collaborations needed for
(National Academies of Science, Engineering, Medicien) Climate change will be a major consideration in a wide swath of policy making for the foreseeable future. Policy relevant to agriculture, natural resource management, transportation, infrastructure, immigration, health, national security, and more needs
The 2024 annual Center for Energy Workforce Development Workforce Development Summit will be held November 19-21, at The Hilton Washington DC National Mall The Wharf (480 L’Enfant Plaza SW, Washington, DC 20024). CEWD’s annual Workforce Development Summit brings hundreds of industry
by Alex Guillen (Politico Pro) Leading oil and biofuel groups and a litany of auto dealers have challenged the Transportation Department’s new fuel economy rule in the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 5th Circuit. That sets up a lottery to determine
(Clean Energy Fuels) Clean Energy Fuels Corp. (NASDAQ: CLNE), the largest provider of the cleanest fuel for the transportation market, announced a series of new deals with several municipalities across the country. These agreements represent a collective growing demand within city agencies
South American governments are designing ambitious strategies for the development of a new export that could speed economic development and slow climate change: green hydrogen. Over the next two decades, these and other countries in the region hope to capitalize
Come join us for an engaging discussion on environmental justice issues over a cup of coffee! We'll be meeting at a local coffee shop to talk about how we can make a difference in our community. Your voice matters- let's
Celebrate Juneteenth by working for Environmental Justice for All. Environmental Justice and Climate Protection Conference --- June 13-14, 2024 --- Savannah, GA and ONLINE Transportation, Infrastructure & Equity Summit --- June 17-18, 2024 --- Clarkston, GA Environmental, Energy & Transportation Justice Summit ---
Having established itself as the premier gathering for the global hydrogen community in the Americas region, the Hydrogen Americas 2024 Summit & Exhibition will return to Washington D.C. on 11 – 12 June 2024. Clean hydrogen has emerged as a crucially important tool
(U.S. Environmental Protection Agency) Today, May 21, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Administrator Michael S. Regan was joined by past and present Senior EPA Officials and other environmental stakeholders to officially open the National Environmental Museum and Education Center. The Center, which is located
(Renewable Fuels Association) The Renewable Fuels Association today, along with Growth Energy, filed a petition in the Supreme Court of the United States requesting review of the Fifth Circuit Court’s recent opinion that it is a proper venue to consider challenges to the
by Erin Voegele (Biomass Magazine) The U.S. Department of Commerce’s International Trade Administration has announced its Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency Advisory Committee will hold a meeting May 22 in Washington, D.C. REEEAC provides the Department of Commerce with advice from the
by Allen Schaeffer (Engine Technology Forum) Last week while working with the ETF team at our booth at the Association of Equipment Manufacturers’ Celebration of Modern Agriculture on the National Mall in Washington, D.C., a gentleman from the U.S. Department of
(U.S. Grains Council) Last week, the U.S. Grains Council (USGC) led a group of Japanese journalists interested in biofuel production on a tour of several U.S. ethanol plants and organized meetings with supply chain leaders and policymakers to help the Japanese
This forum will break down historical racial disparities in transportation, energy, and the environment. We will discuss the strategies and best practices to ensure that the transportation sector is used to benefit historically marginalized groups. The event will occur at the
by Antoine M. Thompson (Washington Informer/Greater Washington Region Clean Cities Coalition) One of the biggest challenges in communities of color are higher rates of asthma and respiratory-related illnesses. I know this firsthand from growing up in the inner city of Buffalo. My
The Environmental and Energy Study Institute (EESI) and the House and Senate Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency (REEE) Caucuses invite you to join us for the 27th Annual Congressional Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency EXPO and Policy Forum (EXPO 2024). Top-level speakers will showcase technologies and
AEM is gearing up to fill the National Mall for the third year in a row with the latest in off-road equipment. The second Celebration of Modern Ag on the National Mall will take place Monday, May 6 – Wednesday, May
(Greater Washington Region Clean Cities Coalition) The Greater Washington Region Clean Cities Coalition (GWRCCC) proudly hosted a Clean Fuel Vehicle Showcase on April 23rd, celebrating Earth Day and sustainable transportation solutions. The event, held from 4:30 to 6:45 PM on a
The Aero Club of Washington will host a panel discussion, “On a Mission to Net Zero,” featuring leaders from the business aviation industry, who will discuss the sector’s bold commitment to achieving net-zero carbon emissions by 2050, and what it
For over 20 years the TechConnect World Innovation Conference and Expo has connected top applied research and early-stage innovations from universities, labs, and startups with industry end-users and prospectors. The 2024 TechConnect World Innovation event includes the annual SBIR/STTR Innovation
(Office of Iowa Attorney General) Iowa Attorney General Brenna Bird today led a 13-state coalition in a lawsuit to pull the plug on Biden’s electric vehicle handout and defend ethanol. -- In Biden’s most recent attack in the war on gas vehicles, he
The Biotechnology Innovation Organization (BIO) is hosting the first-ever BIO Agriculture & Environment Summit on April 17-18, 2024, a chance to discuss the role of biotech in addressing climate change and sustainable farming, among other topics. The event will take place in Washington,
by Tilly Armstrong (Daily Mail) California was the first state to adopt the plan to ban sales of gas cars by 2035; Electric vehicles made up 7.6 percent of new car sales in the US last year; READ MORE: What does
by Kelsey Brugger (E&E News) The Oversight and Accountability Committee will vote this week to strike down the District’s stringent tailpipe emissions rulemaking. Rep. Anna Paulina Luna (R-Fla.) is sponsoring legislation against Washington following California's tailpipe standards, House Republicans have a new target
SOLUTIONS FOR SURVIVAL STORYTELLING AND CREATIVITY TO SAVE THE PLANET APRIL 18 & 19, 2024 THE JACK MORTON AUDITORIUM AT GEORGE WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY We cannot wait to see everyone in D.C. in April and for you to experience this one of a kind event.
Celebrate Black History Month with local leaders in the clean transportation sphere -- In honor of Black History Month, GWRCCC is bringing local Black leaders from the DMV together to discuss their experience in the clean energy and transportation sphere. Moderator:
by Tanya Snyder (Politico's Weekly Transportation) ... The American Fuel & Petrochemical Manufacturers is launching a $7 million campaign today in key battleground states bashing the Biden administration’s efforts to push electric vehicle adoption. AFPM plans to run the ads in Michigan, Wisconsin,
(George Washington University) This June, spend a week in Washington, D.C., to learn from influential and creative environmental leaders and communicators. How can you craft compelling environmental narratives that weave the urgency of the moment, breakthroughs that may be on the
The conference will focus on promoting Industrial Biotechnology throughout this multi-day conference and exhibition. To kick off the event there will be a reception on Wednesday evening, November 20, 2024 from 5:00 -7:00 p.m., included in the registration ticket of the conference. The
The Environmental and Energy Study Institute (EESI) invites you to a briefing about the Department of Energy’s Energy Earthshots, which are designed to rapidly break down market barriers and scale up innovation in eight key sectors to address the climate crisis.
Don't miss an opportunity to learn about GWRCCC's goals and strategies to promote clean energy and transportation in the DMV area. Discover GWRCCC’s vision for 2024, aimed at enhancing accessibility to clean energy in the DMV! Engage with clean energy, transportation
Please join us IN PERSON at the Westin Washington, D.C. City Center for Energy Independence Summit 2024. Our 18th annual Summit will bring together leaders of the nation’s Clean Cities Coalitions, the clean transportation industry, the Biden Administration and Congress to accelerate
We're in an urgent search for solutions. How can you break through the noise and inspire change? Join us this April at the Planet Forward Summit and see how creativity and storytelling can spark hope and action. Learn from experts, advocates, storytellers and students. Engage your imagination. Unleash your potential. This is about survival. AGENDA Thursday, April 18 9am-12pm PROGRAMMING 12pm-1:30pm
by James Osborne (Houston Chronicle) Sitting on stage at the Washington Auto Show last week surrounded by the latest electric offerings from Tesla and Rolls-Royce, Rep. Roger Williams, a North Texas Republican whose family had sold cars for three generations, shook his
(Optimus Technologies) This week, the country has seen extreme low temperatures combined with heavy snowfall and Optimus customers are on the front lines removing snow and keeping their communities safe. From temperature in the low 20’s down to -17 degrees, reliability
by Emma Frantz (ACT News) ... Originating in California from a need to curb air pollution and reduce greenhouse gas emissions, this regulatory initiative emerged as a pivotal strategy to decarbonize and reduce the environmental footprint of the trucking industry. The ACT
(Renewable Fuels Association) Vehicle has surpassed 27,000 miles, showcasing its technology platform as a viable alternative solution to reducing carbon output in passenger vehicles with tangible benefits to consumers, including lower costs and lower emissions. The Renewable Fuels Association is showcasing the
Solutions for Scaling Change: Join the community working to create a brighter, more climate resilient future. Share your climate innovations during our curated technical program featuring an opening session, platform talks, breakout sessions and an evening poster session. ICR24's mission is to bring
by Todd Neeley (DTN Progressive Farmer) RFA Petitions Appeals Court for Rehearing on RFS Exemptions Decision -- The Renewable Fuels Association on Monday asked for a rehearing on a previous court decision to overturn EPA's rejection of 100 small-refinery waiver requests to
SBIR Fast Track Innovation Pitch/Showcase -- Join the world's largest multi-sector commercialization program for emerging deep technologies. Showcase, pitch and connect your SBIR funded technologies for commercialization opportunities with leading corporate, investment and federal prospectors. Submit your SBIR technology by the deadline
Seeding America's Future Innovations: Connect directly with over $4 billion in early stage funding. Learn how to compete for funding, while networking with global industry scouts, investors, and key federal leadership representing the nation's largest seed fund. SBIR/STTR INNOVATION SUMMIT The Small Business
Join the community working to create a brighter, more climate resilient future. Share your climate innovations during our curated technical program featuring an opening session, platform talks, breakout sessions and an evening poster session. ICR24's mission is to bring together the
by Leah Douglas (Reuters) The U.S. environment regulator does not sufficiently verify that carbon capture and storage (CCS) projects keep emissions trapped underground and should boost its requirements to ensure companies receiving CCS tax credits provide an actual environmental benefit, a watchdog group
The ACE DC Fly-In & Government Affairs Summit is taking place this coming spring - March 14-15, 2024! Dates are subject to change if Congress is not in session. Join us in conveying the story of ethanol beyond the corn belt. The event
(George Washington University) The GW New Venture Competition (NVC) provides every GW student, faculty, staff, and alumni with a real-world educational experience in developing, testing, and launching their own startups, business, and social ventures. The competition is open to every GW
(Planet Forward) How can you craft compelling environmental narratives that weave the urgency of the moment, breakthroughs that may be on the horizon, and the justice and diversity to tell a compelling story? How can you use narratives to inform, have
Join the community working to create a brighter, more climate resilient future. Share your climate innovations during our curated technical program featuring an opening session, platform talks, breakout sessions and an evening poster session. ICR24's mission is to bring together the
ICR24 is your opportunity to join scientists, researchers and leaders from academia, industry and government working at the forefront of climate innovation. Whether restoring our ecosystems, enabling adaptation of our built infrastructure, or dramatically reducing the trajectory of causative factors, our efforts establish the
Join Our Energy Policy at the National Press Club for a panel discussion led by Gregory Kallenberg (Director, The Rational Middle). The panel will include Gretchen Watkins (President, Shell USA), Sangina Wright (Senior Clean Energy Innovation Advocate, Natural Resources Defense
The World Bank, in collaboration with George Washington University (GWU) and the University of Virginia (UVA), will host the 1st World Bank-GWU-UVA Conference on “The Economics of Sustainable Development”. The conference will be held at the World Bank headquarters in Washington DC on November
(Society of Environmental Journalists) David Byrne Joins the Journalists' Guide As Special Guest! -- ... The 12th annual edition of the Journalists’ Guide to Environment + Energy, where leading environmental journalists from major news outlets will predict the top stories of the year
A NETWORKING EXPERIENCE LIKE NO OTHER -- ABLC is a connected series of 7 conferences and events in total on the most important issues in the Circular Bioeconomy right now. These conferences-within-a-conference are: The Advanced Biofuels Summit, The Renewable Chemicals &
The Environmental and Energy Study Institute (EESI) invites you to a briefing about the U.S. Global Change Research Program's fifth National Climate Assessment (NCA5). NCA5 is the most comprehensive, holistic, and inclusive report to date on national climate risk and response.
The Alternative Fuels and Chemicals Coalition conference will focus on promoting Industrial Biotechnology throughout this multi-day conference and exhibition. To kick off the event there will be a reception on Wednesday evening, November 20, 2024 from 5:00 -7:00 p.m., included in the
THE 14TH ANNUAL DUPONT SUMMIT ON SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY, AND ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY HYBRID CONFERENCE -- The purpose of the Dupont Summit is to promote interdisciplinary conversation about pressing issues related to the politics and policy of science, technology and the environment. The
Join us for the 12th annual Journalists’ Guide to Environment and Energy. Hosted by Planet Forward at the George Washington University Lisner Auditorium, the event will feature leading environmental journalists from major news outlets and their predictions of the top
Solutions for Scaling Change: Join the community working to create a brighter, more climate resilient future. Share your climate innovations during our curated technical program featuring an opening session, platform talks, breakout sessions and an evening poster session. ICR24's mission is to bring
Solutions for Scaling Change: Join the community working to create a brighter, more climate resilient future. Share your climate innovations during our curated technical program featuring an opening session, platform talks, breakout sessions and an evening poster session. ICR24's mission is to bring
As the sustainability movement heats up, so have calls for a national standard for clean fuel. Join POLITICO on November 15, 2023 at 8:30 a.m. ET in Washington D.C. as we convene leading officials from the administration, key congressional committees, states,
(Planet Forward) Storyfest 2024 is now open! There is no story more gripping than that of our changing planet — and the solutions to sustain it. While problems ranging from climate justice to conservation, from rising sea levels to increasing heat waves,
Join GWRCCC on Wednesday, November 8, from 10 AM to 1 PM for an opportunity to learn about the jobs in our region. Job Seekers and Employers are welcome! READ MORE
The Environmental and Energy Study Institute (EESI) invites you to a briefing on Congress’s role in the global effort to finance climate solutions. While investments in climate action are expensive, the impacts of climate change at home and abroad are even more
For over 20 years the TechConnect World Innovation Conference and Expo has connected top applied research and early-stage innovations from universities, labs, and startups with industry end-users and prospectors. The 2024 TechConnect World Innovation event includes the annual SBIR/STTR Innovation
For over 20 years the TechConnect World Innovation Conference and Expo has connected top applied research and early-stage innovations from universities, labs, and startups with industry end-users and prospectors. The 2024 TechConnect World Innovation event includes the annual SBIR/STTR Innovation
Please join OurEnergyPolicy and bp America for lunch and an expert panel discussion on methane policy and issues, business, climate, challenges, and regulation. The luncheon will take place in the U.S. Capitol Visitor Center, South Congressional Meeting Room (217). Featured speakers: Opening
Biofuels Digest is unveiling the first in a series of ground-up, global initiatives to help spark and synchronize a faster pace of bioeconomy development. Our first initiative is a series of meet-ups to begin the task of organizing the volunteers that
Current circumstances of air transportation between Japan and the United States do not allow for discussions purely on the premise of growth, as was done in the past, but rather the greatest matter is how to realize sustainable aviation even
Join the Bipartisan Policy Center and Agri-Pulse to explore the evolving voluntary carbon market and agriculture’s role in creating a more sustainable future. The voluntary carbon market is expected to grow from $2 billion in 2021 to $10-40 billion by 2030.
(Planet Forward) Contributing to Planet Forward: Planet Forward is a storytelling collaborative dedicated to showcasing innovations in sustainability. We want to hear your stories about solutions and the leaders behind them. We want stories that inspire change, convey best practices, challenge
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) ... Starting today, the Digest is unveiling the first in a series of ground-up, global initiatives to help spark and synchronize a faster pace of bioeconomy development. Our first initiative is a series of meet-ups to begin
(Optimus Technologies) Optimus Technologies, a diesel engine decarbonization company focused on the largest and most challenging sectors of the transportation industry, announced today that DC Water (District of Columbia Water Authority) recently took delivery of their first off-the-assembly-line Optimus Technologies/B100 powered vehicle
(DC Water) DC Water has received its first of 12 B100 vehicles from the Diesel Emissions Reduction Act (DERA) program grant that will replace 13 existing diesel vehicles. The Greater Washington Region Clean Cities Coalition (GWRCCC) and DC Water secured the
by Anneliese Palmer (Planet Forward/George Washington University) Planet Forward recently concluded its first Summer Seminar held June 4 to 9, 2023, on the George Washington University campus. The seminar brought together 12 graduate and undergraduate students, and early career professionals, to
Witnesses The Honorable Steven Koonin, Ph.D. University Professor New York University Dr. Naomi Oreskes Henry Charles Lea Professor Of The History Of Science Harvard University Ms. Christine Arena Founder And Producer Generous Films Mr. Richard Painter S. Walter Richey Professor Of Corporate Law University of Minnesota Law School Dr. Roger Pielke, Jr. Professor Of
Witnesses and testimonies: Joseph Goffman, Principal Deputy Assistant Administrator, Office of Air and Radiation (OAR), Environmental Protection Agency READ MORE Fallon to Hold Hearing with EPA Official on Radical New Emissions Standards at the Expense of American Consumers and Manufacturers Subcommittee on
The International Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) says that we will need carbon dioxide removal (CDR) to meet climate goals. Bionenergy with carbon capture and storage (BECCS) is a promising form of CDR that can help us reduce emissions by
The EXPO will be in-person and free to attend. Panels will also be streamed live. When Where Schedule Exhibitors Attend the EXPO Host Honorary Co-Host For more information RSVP The Environmental and Energy Study Institute (EESI) and the Senate Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency (REEE) Caucus invite you to join us for the 26th Annual Congressional
(Agri-Pulse) This week’s Open Mic guest is Chef José Andrés. The world-renowned, chef, author and humanitarian believes the power of food can change the world. Andrés recently announced a partnership with George Washington University to build a Global Food Institute
Join GWRCCC on June 29, 2023, from 10 AM to 1 PM for an opportunity to learn about the jobs in our region. Job Seekers and Employers are welcome! READ MORE
(Wilson Center) In theory, carbon pricing promises an economically efficient means to the energy transformation. In practice, however, carbon pricing has faced multiple and significant hurdles to adoption. But momentum is building. In recent years, Europe and Canada have established
Join us and help grow and strengthen the biobased economy in the U.S. and around the world! Attendees will Experience: Networking with new peers in addition to reconnecting and rekindling with existing ones Attending our must-attend industrial biotechnology sessions and
The Environmental and Energy Study Institute (EESI) and the Environmental Defense Fund (EDF) invite you to a briefing on the science of hydrogen and its potential as a source of clean energy. Hydrogen has garnered significant attention from Congress, including funding for regional clean
by Diane Deffenbaugh (Virginia Tech) Virginia Tech is advancing the energy sector through a landmark effort to shape the emerging hydrogen economy. Through the Virginia Tech Corporate Research Center, the university has joined a coalition of more than 60 partners across Virginia,
(U.S. Department of Justice) A federal grand jury in Washington, D.C., returned an indictment yesterday charging the founder and former CEO of a sustainable fuel company with embezzling at least $5.9 million from the company. According to court documents, Bryan Sherbacow, 54,
(GW Environmental and Energy Law Program) How do we talk about sustainable fuels? The public has heard a lot about EVs and ethanol, but what else is there, today and in the future? This roundtable discussion addresses strategies to facilitate a public
This discussion will focus on analyzing the important role of active community engagement in successful infrastructure development by enabling efficient project buildout. The growth of today’s hydrogen ecosystem represents an opportunity for industry and communities to “get it right from
(Planet Forward) Planet Forward Correspondents are talented students from across the country looking to apply themselves to tell the ongoing story of climate change, with an eye toward solutions and hope. Are you interested in environmental journalism that can move the
(Greater Washington Region Clean Cities Coalition) The Greater Washington Region Clean Cities Coalition (GWRCCC) was one of 12 organizations awarded the Biodiesel Impact Award by the Clean Fuels Alliance for excellence in supporting biodiesel initiatives at the Clean Fuels Conference in
(Sierra Club) Today (March 30, 2023), Massachusetts announced its formal adoption of the Advanced Clean Cars II (ACC) rule, which requires auto manufacturers to ensure that every new light-duty car sold in the state is a zero-emission vehicle (ZEV) by
In cooperation with the White House Office of Science & Technology Policy, are very pleased to be hosting a Presidential Forum on Advancing Biotechnology and Biomanufacturing innovation, Wednesday March 22nd starting at 140pm ET. We'll commence with remarks and discussion with
(Greater Washington Region Clean Cities Coalition) The Greater Washington Region Clean Cities Coalition (GWRCCC) received the Workforce Development Leadership Award from the US Department of Clean Energy Clean Cities Program for outstanding work building a green jobs workforce in the D.C.,
How do we talk about sustainable fuels? The public has heard a lot about EVs and ethanol, but what else is there, today and in the future? This roundtable discussion will address strategies to facilitate a public discourse around sustainable fuels
This June, spend a week in Washington, D.C., to learn from influential and creative environmental leaders and communicators. How can you craft compelling environmental narratives that weave the urgency of the moment, breakthroughs that may be on the horizon, and the
Please join the Environmental and Energy Law program for a conference on the status and future of sustainable aviation fuels (SAF) for military and civilian use. This program will explore the current development status and future of sustainable aviation fuels; and
Join GWRCCC for the discussion on clean energy and transportation equity in the DMV. READ MORE
by Tommy Wilkes (Reuters) European banks risk jeopardising the path to net-zero carbon emissions and the growth of renewable energy unless they stop directly financing new oil and gas fields this year, investors managing assets worth more than $1.5 trillion said
Please join GW Law's Environmental & Energy Law Program for a roundtable discussion for a thought-provoking off-the-record discussion about the challenges facing the hydrogen industry. In 2003, President George W. Bush set forth a $1.2 billion initiative in his State of the
(U.S. Department of Energy) 17 Projects Will Boost Production of Biofuels for Consumer and Freight Transportation in America, Support President Biden’s Decarbonization and Climate Agenda -- The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) today announced $118 million in funding for 17 projects
(Clean Energy Fuels/Business Wire) Production of RNG begins at Del Rio Dairy, Clean Energy’s First Investment in the Negative Carbon Intensive Fuel -- Clean Energy Fuels Corp. (NASDAQ: CLNE), the largest provider of the cleanest fuel for the transportation market,
For over 20 years the TechConnect World Innovation Conference and Expo has connected top applied research and early-stage innovations from universities, labs, and startups with industry end-users and prospectors. The 2023 TechConnect World Innovation event includes the annual SBIR/STTR Innovation
For over 20 years the TechConnect World Innovation Conference and Expo has connected top applied research and early-stage innovations from universities, labs, and startups with industry end-users and prospectors. The 2023 TechConnect World Innovation event includes the annual SBIR/STTR Innovation
Join us in conveying the story of ethanol beyond the corn belt. The event is FREE (attendees just cover their personal travel expenses and hotel). ACE arranges all meetings on your behalf; from large group visits with members of the Administration, to
Please join us IN PERSON for Energy Independence Summit 2023 in Washington DC. Our 17th annual Summit will bring together leaders of the nation’s Clean Cities Coalitions, the clean transportation industry, the Biden Administration and Congress to accelerate strategies for advancing markets
(International Trade Administration/Federal Register) The Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency Advisory Committee (REEEAC or the Committee) will hold a hybrid meeting, accessible in-person and online, on Wednesday December 7, 2022, at the U.S. Department of Commerce in Washington, DC.
Co-Located with Nanotech 2023 and SBIR Innovation Summits. We want to share your technology with our community — Join the world’s largest multi-sector commercialization program for emerging deep technologies. Showcase, pitch and connect your innovations for licensing and investment opportunities with leading
Co-Located with Nanotech 2023 and SBIR Innovation Summits. We want to share your technology with our community -- Join the world's largest multi-sector commercialization program for emerging deep technologies. Showcase, pitch and connect your innovations for licensing and investment opportunities with leading
The Department of Transportation (DOT) is preparing to execute a new grant program specified in the Inflation Reduction Act Section 40007. This Act gives the DOT $297M for new grants to advance sustainable aviation fuels (SAF) and low emissions aviation
Join us and help grow and strengthen the biobased economy in the U.S. and around the world! Attendees will Experience: Networking with new peers in addition to reconnecting and rekindling with existing ones Attending our must-attend industrial biotechnology sessions and events for
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