(Lapis Carbon Solutions) Lapis Carbon Solutions (“Lapis”), alongside its partner Big River Resources, LLC (“Big River Resources”), filed a Class VI application for a new Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS) project adjacent to Big River Resources’ Galva, Ill., ethanol facility. The project
by Aimee Nielson (Seed World) Sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) is no longer a fringe idea. Airlines want it. States are building policy around it. Researchers are racing to lower costs. The next question is what it means for seed companies, breeders and
(OVM Petrom) A ~7 MW photovoltaic park will be developed within the refinery for internal power consumption; The project will support the refinery decarbonization initiatives, including green hydrogen production for the future SAF/HVO unit; The project is co‑financed through the Modernisation
(Bioenergy Insight) A Croatian engineering firm is developing a data centre that will run on biomass energy generated from waste material produced by the country's olive oil industry. Inovapro plans to construct what it describes as a "green AI data centre" in
(Sustainability Online) Commodities giant Cargill has announce that its first green methanol dual-fuel dry bulk vessel has commenced operations, the first of a new fleet of ships chartered by the firm as it seeks to reduce maritime emissions and test alternative fuel options. The vessel, Brave
(Methanol Institute) MtJ is positioned to help scale SAF faster and at lower cost with standard approval expected by 2026–27 and nearly 2 Mt of capacity already in development. Methanol-to-Jet (MtJ) could become a major contributor to sustainable aviation fuel (SAF), according
(Heathrow) • Heathrow is increasing its Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) incentive scheme in 2026, setting a new target going 2% above the UK mandate - aiming for 5.6% SAF uplift in 2026. • Over £80 million is available to airlines to help
(Atlantic Biomass) Do you know why passenger and freight planes are not using renewable biofuel? It’s a simple reason - it costs too much. “Converting stems and leaves from sustainable biomass into high-energy liquid fuels is not easy,” says Atlantic Biomass
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) This report forecasts a critical capacity gap in the EU, where 2030 demand for advanced biofuels could reach 40 Mtoe against a committed capacity of only 27 Mtoe. While biomass potential is sufficient, lipid feedstocks face
by Sam Rushing (Advanced Cryogenics, Ltd/Biofuels Digest) ... On the other hand, the best US industry can do, is to make a truly concerted effort to reduce carbon emissions. A few ways are found in this article; or at the least
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) California Ethanol + Power’s Sugar Valley Energy project — 160 acres of integrated biorefinery ambition — wants to turn sugarcane into 73 million gallons of low-carbon ethanol, 771 million cubic feet of renewable natural gas, and
by Ellie Borst (Politico Pro Greenwire) The petrochemical giant, which opened a new advanced recycling unit, is re-upping pressure for "supportive" policies on the controversial technologies. -- Exxon Mobil is re-upping the pressure on lawmakers and EPA to adopt friendlier policies regulating
(UABIO) ... (W)e have prepared a review of a comprehensive document by the European Biogas Association, which explores the possibility of using biogenic CO2 from the biogas sector. This white paper examines the current status and future outlook of biogenic CO2 carbon
by Brandon Irvine (KTIV) Siouxland-tied company becomes official bioethanol partner -- NASCAR announced a new partnership with POET biofuels that will make the racing series the first major motorsports organization to utilize zero-carbon bioethanol. Under the agreement, POET will become the official bioethanol partner
(Chemical Industry Digest) The Pipraich Sugar Mill is preparing to diversify beyond sugar by launching ethanol production. The Uttar Pradesh government has earmarked ₹25 crore in the 2026–27 state budget to establish a new distillery at the facility. Once operational, the
(University of Sydney) Researchers have created a process using liquid metals, powered by sunlight, that can produce clean hydrogen from both freshwater and seawater. The method allows researchers to ‘harvest’ hydrogen molecules from water while also avoiding many of the limits in
by Plamena Tisheva (Renewables Now) Australian low-carbon liquid fuels (LCLF) firm HAMR Energy has closed a AUD-10-million (USD 7.1m/EUR 6m) Series A funding round, attracting backing from Airbus, Qantas and thyssenkrupp Uhde. HAMR Energy said on Wednesday the investment will help it
by Julian Isaac (Indonesia Business Post) State energy company PT Pertamina Geothermal Energy (PGE) is aiming to begin production from its small-scale green hydrogen pilot project in Ulubelu, Lampung, by the end of 2026, an initiative meant to diversify its geothermal-based products. PGE
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) The IEA’s pathway analysis reveals that sustainable fuel use could quadruple by 2035, led by aviation and shipping. High-impact news includes the report’s finding that biofuel premiums add less than 1% to food prices and only
(American Energy Society/Energy Today) Excerpted and adapted from Biofuel Basics: What You Need To Know, Thrive -- The problem with biofuels is in the processing of the raw materials to make fuel. At present, it is still relatively expensive to produce. However, there are a
(American Energy Society/Enegy Today) Excerpted and adapted from Biomass Energy, National Geographic -- The biomass conversion industry represents the biggest bioeconomy frontier. This article explores the full spectrum of conversion pathways—from direct firing and co-firing to pyrolysis, gasification, and anaerobic digestion—and examines how biomass can
(American Energy Society/Energy Today) Few industrial sectors are as ubiquitous yet as underappreciated as the bioeconomy. This article is for readers who seek a foundational understanding of the bioeconomy, and how it involves fuels, chemicals, and materials, from pharmaceuticals to food production,
by Jakob Weizman (Politico) Europe's huge chemicals sector is campaigning to weaken the European Union's most important climate policy — and Brussels is listening. At a meeting in Antwerp on Wednesday, industry chiefs will attempt to persuade European Commission President Ursula von
(ResourceWise) ... Looking more closely at how companies talk about decarbonization in practice, a clear pattern is emerging. Biofuels are no longer confined to standalone conversations or introductory explanations. Instead, they are increasingly woven into broader discussions of fuel strategy, carbon-intensity
(CF Technologies) CF Technologies, Inc. hits critical milestones en-route to delivering commercial biofuel to local communities. In October, 2024, CF Tech's research team spent the warm days and cool nights operating and overseeing the first-of-its-kind integrated pilot scale demonstration of supercritical
(WāstAway/EIN Presswire) Green Tech Firm’s Leadership Takes Center Stage at SERC, IBCE, American Biogas & SWANA RCon - WāstAway is showcasing its multi-patented technologies that transform municipal solid waste (MSW) to sustainable fuel – in 30 minutes – achieving 85% landfill diversion
(Buffalo Biodiesel/Globe Newswire) Buffalo Biodiesel Inc. (“BBD”), a leading recycler of waste vegetable used cooking oil (WVUCO) and producer of renewable feedstocks, announced that they have officially renewed a Part 364 Waste Transporter Permit from the New York State Department of
(Bahía de Bizkaia Gas (Google translation)) BBG launches bioLNG loading service after passing ISCC certification -- The Bahía de Bizkaia Gas (BBG) liquefied natural gas storage and regasification plant has obtained the necessary certification to manage bioLNG, that is, biomethane of renewable
(Meyer Turko/CruiseMapper) The Finnish shipbuilder Meyer Turku (Turku, Finland) has completed development of a net-zero cruise ship concept under its AVATAR project, achieving a lifecycle carbon footprint reduction of more than 90% relative to a baseline defined by the International Maritime
(bp) Air bp has announced the signing of a multi-year contract with Airbus covering the supply of conventional aviation fuel, sustainable aviation fuel (SAF), and other services in Spain and Germany. With this agreement, Air bp, bp's aviation division operating in
by Steven Slome (FGE NexantECA/Biofuels Digest) ... The most efficient way to reduce emissions overall is to supplement renewable power and unavoidable biofuels (SAF etc) by using the most widely available feedstock (cellulosic biomass) via the lowest cost technology (biogas to biomethane) with the widest
by Isabella Luu (Iowa Public Radio) Farmers would be strongly shielded from lawsuits over greenhouse gas emissions under a bill advanced Tuesday by an Iowa House panel. The bill (HSB 693) states that farmers would be protected from legal responsibility for the climate impact of greenhouse emissions, unless a
by Rachel Sparkhall (HutanBio) Heavy Transport Decarbonisation -- Decarbonising heavy transport (including aviation, shipping, and long-haul freight) is widely regarded as one of the most difficult challenges in the global energy transition. These sectors already account for around 10% of global greenhouse gas
(HutanBio/Biofuels International) Manshu Agarwal, CEO, HutanBio, has outlined what he sees are the critical factors that will drive growth in the biofuels sector over the coming year. My prediction for the year ahead is that it will not be a breakout year
by Fayaz Hussain (SAF Investor) The UK’s Department for Transport (DfT) announced £181,000 in funding for four UK companies including Avioxx, Clean Planet Technologies, Green Lizard Technologies and Zero Petroleum through the Clearing House. This investment is meant to accelerate testing, certification
(Edina TV) This fall, work to make the City’s fleet of heavy vehicles more environmentally friendly shifted into high gear. Large dump trucks used for everything from hauling gravel to plowing snow will be switching over to a new fuel source
by Simon Jessop and Ross Kerber (Reuters) Texas judge rules anti-ESG law unconstitutional, violating free speech; Ruling may inspire challenges to similar laws in other states; Anti-ESG laws seen as politically motivated, chilling effect on investors A Texas judge's move to strike down a
by Evelyn Loya (OPIS) Oregon House Republicans have introduced legislation that would not only cap the state’s key climate program for transportation fuels but also restrict the ability of local governments to regulate fossil fuel infrastructure. In effect, it would
(SkyNRG) Greenfield facility dedicated to the production of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF); The plant will produce 100,000 tonnes of SAF per year and 35,000 tonnes of sustainable by-products; Lifecycle GHG reduction of approximately 80% compared to fossil jet fuel1, increasing to over 90%
(Shenyang Agricultural University/EurekAlert!) Scientists have developed an improved method to convert municipal wastewater sludge into higher quality renewable fuel while significantly reducing harmful nitrogen compounds, offering a promising pathway for cleaner energy and sustainable waste management. Municipal sludge is a by-product of
(International Chamber of Commerce) ICC and Carbon Measures today (January 19, 2026) announced the first cohort of experts selected to serve on the Technical Expert Panel on Carbon Accounting, which will define the principles, scope and real-world applications of a carbon
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) IEA Bioenergy Task 39 highlights a strategic shift toward “Green Corridors” to operationalize sustainable fuel supply chains. A critical projection shows green methanol dominating the renewable marine fuel market by 2050. Key news includes the launch
(National University of Singapore) Industry–academia collaboration to be based at CDE targets decarbonisation of the global shipping industry through new ammonia-fuelled engine concept. A major new industry–academia research collaboration project to be hosted on the CDE campus aims to accelerate the decarbonisation
(Kongsberg Maritime) Kongsberg Maritime has been contracted by Consórcio Marenova to design and equip four methanol/ethanol-ready handy size product tankers. The vessels will be built at Consórcio Marenova, a partnership between Ecovix in Rio Grande and MacLaren in Niterói, Brazil. The
by Zhou Wenting (China Daily) Researchers from the Shanghai-based East China University of Science and Technology have unveiled a revolutionary technology that converts leftover food waste into green fuel for ocean-going vessels. Researchers from the Shanghai-based East China University of Science and
(China Daily) On February 6, construction officially began on two 3,000-ton methanol-electric hybrid container ships jointly invested by Zhonghe Qingneng and Xinwangda Power at Qingyuan Chenglong Shipyard. The project's classification by the China Classification Society (CCS) marks the beginning of a
by Enes Tunagur and Jeslyn Lerh (Reuters) Shipping accounts for nearly 3% of greenhouse gas emissions; IMO to consider carbon price again this year; Shipping, energy companies forge ahead with green investments; Rules may change again over ships' 30-year lifespans, Wartsila CEO says The shipping
(China MSA/Nanjing Railway Bureau (Google translation)) On February 6, 2026, the nation's first pure methanol-electric intelligent ship, "Shuntongji 601," and its sister ship, "Shuntongji 602," set sail from Xiba Port in Nanjing Jiangbei New Area for Hefei, Anhui Province, marking the
by Bill Caesar (Generate Upcycle/BioCycle) Last month, BioCycle queried leaders across the organics recycling industry about what they see unfolding in 2026. Bill Caesar, president of Generate Upcycle, was among those responding. He provided insights on valuing renewable natural gas (RNG) that we saved for
by Jeff Mulhollem (Pennsylvania State University) Implementing novel management practices in dairy farming, one of the commonwealth’s major agricultural industries, could help alleviate a large source of both nutrient pollution and greenhouse gas emissions, according to a multidisciplinary team led by
by Kris DeLair and Rocco J. Lacertosa (Empire State Energy Association, Inc./ New York State Energy Coalition, Inc./Empire Report) ... When the Arctic air settles and the snow piles up, all-renewable electrification simply isn’t well-positioned to step up to the plate.
By Hannah Kliger (CBS News) A Brooklyn public high school is making history by heating its entire campus with vegetable oil biofuel, becoming the first in New York City to fully convert to the renewable energy system. In the basement of
(Advanced Biofuels Canada/Canadian Biomass Magazine) Advanced Biofuels Canada Association (ABFC) welcomes the federal announcement of more than $97 million in investments supporting clean transportation across Canada, including new funding for education and awareness initiatives focused on clean transportation across Canada. As part of this
by Charlie Hope-D’Anieri (The New Republic) To say Chris Jones is a long-shot candidate is an understatement. But he could upend how Democrats approach agricultural policy. -- A retired water scientist named Chris Jones is running in the Democratic primary for secretary of agriculture
(C40 Cities) The City of Lagos, Nigeria, is set to host the third C40 Cities Regional Climate Finance & Leadership Masterclass on Climate Change Governance from 10 to 11 February 2026. This high-level convening marks a significant milestone as it also
(BNDES News Agency (Goggle translation)) --With resources from the Climate Fund, the unit in Toledo (PR) is expected to prevent 80,000 tons of CO2 equivalent per year from entering the atmosphere. --Produced using organic waste from the agro-industry, the renewable
(Cemex Ventures) Cemex Ventures, the corporate venture capital arm of Cemex, announced today (February 9, 2026) a new investment in Waste to Energy Advanced Solutions (WtEnergy), a leading startup specializing in the conversion of non-recyclable solid waste and biomass into clean
(Alfa Laval/PR Newswire) Alfa Laval is proud to announce the successful launch of its innovative decanter rental program, designed specifically for ethanol producers seeking to maximize oil recovery and operational flexibility. The rental program allows ethanol producers to operate the cutting-edge Prodec Oil
(Finanz Nachrichten/Globe Newswire) Exolum, Methanex Corporation (TSX: MX) (Nasdaq: MEOH) and Ørsted, today (February 10, 2026) announced the launch of the United Kingdom's (U.K.) first commercially ready biomethanol storage and supply service for shipping at the Port of Immingham. The
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) India is emerging as a leader in maritime decarbonization, targeting net-zero emissions for major ports by 2047 and the broader shipping sector by 2070. Most newsworthy is the successful completion of B20 to B50 biodiesel trials
By William Hunter (Daily Mail) EVs produce 30% MORE CO2 emissions in their first two years -- In a new study, described as a 'sanity check' for Britain's Net Zero ambitions, researchers from Queen Mary University say that the push towards EVs is fundamentally
by Rachel Cramer (Harvest Public Media/KCUR) Biofuel leaders say the shipping industry could be a golden goose for ethanol and soy-based biodiesel. One of the big barriers is the Trump administration, which torpedoed a global agreement to reduce pollution. Even though the
(Radix/Biobased Diesel Daily) Radix announced Feb. 6 that it and Cemvita are progressing in front-end engineering for a first-of-its-kind circular bio-oil project in Brazil focused on converting crude glycerin, a biodiesel byproduct, into ultra-low carbon-intensity (CI) bio-oil used as a feedstock to produce sustainable
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) The International Maritime Organization (IMO) has introduced its groundbreaking Net-Zero Framework, making shipping the first global industry with binding emissions reductions. Key news includes the 2027 enforcement of a mandatory greenhouse gas pricing mechanism and a
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) ... The release of the European Commission’s industrial mobilization study isn’t another policy paper — it’s the starter’s pistol. The 2030 targets under Fit for 55, ReFuelEU Aviation and FuelEU Maritime have moved the sector from R&D warmups
by Nadja Skopljak (Offshore Energy) Singapore-headquartered owner and operator of crude and product tankers AET is set to enrich its fleet with its first-ever hybrid-electric, ethanol-ready tanker, set to be built in China. AET placed the order for its first hybrid-electric dynamic
by Luke Geiver (Ethanol Producer Magazine) Global logistics provider Maersk wants to work with ethanol producers from around the world to create the next big wave in maritime transport. “Collaboration between shipping and fuel producers is essential to build supply chains that
(DNV) Ammonia propulsion is moving from concept to commercial reality as several engine developers bring dual‑fuel designs to market. Everllence’s new ME‑LGIA engine integrates advanced safety barriers, digital connectivity, and fuel flexibility, marking a significant step towards practical zero‑carbon deep‑sea shipping. As
by Lynn L. Bergeson and Carla N. Hutton (Bergeson & Campbell) BB-REG-NET, a United Kingdom (UK) regulatory science network for biobased and biodegradable materials, published a report on January 29, 2026, entitled “Seven steps to fairness — An LCA Framework for Impact
by Lynn L. Bergeson and Carla N. Hutton (Bergeson & Campbell) The Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) posted a working paper on January 30, 2026, entitled A comparison of the innovation and regulatory environments for biotechnology and biosolutions across the European
(Bioenergy International) In Norway, state-owned airport operator Avinor has selected energy provider Gasum Oy to supply liquefied biomethane (bioLNG) to fuel a gas turbine genset that heats and powers Longyearbyen Airport (LYR) on Svalbard. Svalbard is a Norwegian territory comprised of a
by Julia Jacobo (ABC News) ... San Francisco International Airport is also playing a role in encouraging sustainability for the Super Bowl. It was one of the first U.S. airports to offer sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) -- a jet fuel made
(Asia Today) Indonesia has formally partnered with Japan to accelerate the development of hydrogen energy as part of its broader energy transition strategy and long-term industrial competitiveness agenda. The collaboration underscores Indonesia’s ambition to move beyond decarbonization targets and position itself within
(Fuel Cells Works) Hiringa Energy, in partnership with Ballance Agri-Nutrients, Todd, Parininihi ki Waitōtara (PKW) and the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment (MBIE), is pleased to announce that the Kapuni Project has reached Financial Close. Hiringa Energy is the development
by Jim Giles (Trellis) After five years of discussion, the Greenhouse Gas Protocol has finalized its standards — with one important exception. -- Key Takeaways: The Land Sector and Removal Standard will impact food, apparel and other industries. Companies now have more flexibility in
by Bella Cariaso (The Philippine Star) As the country looks for sustainable energy sources, a team of experts from the University of the Philippines found that oleaginous yeast isolated from the Mount Makiling Forest Reserve (MMFR) can be a viable source
by Grace Edema (Punch) The Lagos State Government, through the Ministry of the Environment and Water Resources and the Lagos State Environmental Protection Agency, has unveiled household used cooking oil collection kiosks across the state as part of efforts to boost environmental
by Allan Olingo (The Associated Press/Winnepeg Free Press) It was designed to be as simple as buying airtime: a quick tap on the dispenser, a few shillings and a cooking canister refilled. Now, more than 3,000 Koko fuel supply points across
(Cathay Pacific) Commitment to SAF has more than doubled year‑on‑year, strengthened by expanding long-term partnerships -- Cathay achieved another milestone year for its Corporate Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) Programme in 2025, as more corporate and cargo customers join forces to decarbonise
by JooHyeon Heo (Ulsan National Institute of Science and Technology/Phys.Org) ... Microbial conversion offers a sustainable solution, as microbes naturally consume CO₂, producing useful compounds with minimal energy and without relying on expensive catalysts. A joint research team from UNIST and the
by Margy Eckelkamp (AgWeb) The proposed rule sets up farmers to participate in the opportunity created by these biofuel producer tax credits, but questions remain. -- On Feb. 3, the Treasury Department confirmed farmers will have a seat at the table to
National Research Council of Science & Technology/EurekAlert!) Joint research by KRICT and EN2CORE Technology validates an integrated process that produces aviation fuel from abundant landfill gas—more readily available than used cooking oil—demonstrating the feasibility of decentralized SAF production The aviation industry accounts
(Abundia/Globe Newswire) Company commences Phase 2 and drives toward a 2026 final investment decision on first commercial waste plastics-to-fuels facility -- Abundia Global Impact Group, Inc. (NYSE American: AGIG) (“Abundia” or the “Company”), a low-carbon energy solutions company focused on converting biomass
(Towngas) Hong Kong has taken a step forward in its energy transition. The Hong Kong and China Gas Company Limited (Towngas), Sinopec (Hong Kong) Limited, and Sinopec Star Company Limited (Sinopec Star) have signed a memorandum of understanding to establish a
(HAROPA Port/Manifold Times) Haropa Port, Zhejiang Provincial Seaport Group, BV, China Waterborne Transport Research Institute, MSC and TiL signed a strategic deal launching the creation of France-China first green shipping corridor. Haropa Port, Zhejiang Provincial Seaport Group, Bureau Veritas Marine & Offshore
(Maersk) ... The six vessels in this new series have a capacity of 9000 TEU each and are equipped with a dual fuel engine able to operate on methanol. On its maiden voyage, Tangier Mærsk will call Shanghai and enter deployment on
(South Korea Maritime Industry Technology Department (Google Translation)) Operation of a public-private consultative body to establish technical standards for ammonia vessels and lead international standardization. -- The Ministry of Oceans and Fisheries announced that it will hold the 2026 kickoff meeting of
(Southern Farm Network Today) There are many things the farming community can do, and is doing, to help the environment and climate. But perhaps consumers are not aware of one area when it comes to the environment that the farming sector
by Cami Koons (News from the States) A Senate subcommittee advanced a bill Wednesday (February 4, 2026) that would create a severance tax on carbon dioxide that is transported through pipelines in Iowa. Senate File 2069 would tax CO2 transported through the state
(Lloyd's Register) Fuel for Thought: Hydrogen is Lloyd’s Register’s definitive guide to the role of hydrogen in the maritime sector’s journey towards decarbonisation. As the industry faces unprecedented pressure to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, hydrogen emerges as a cornerstone of the
(LLoyd's Register) The Guidance Notes provide clear technical direction for the design, installation and integration of onboard hydrogen generators. -- Lloyd’s Register (LR) has published the maritime industry’s first dedicated Guidance Notes for onboard hydrogen generation, providing long-awaited clarity on the safe design
(VARO/CISION) VARO Energy today January 16, 2026) announces that it has completed the Preem AB acquisition, marking the successful delivery of VARO Energy’s 2022 ONE VARO Transformation strategy. Following regulatory approvals, the formation of VAROPreem creates a new leading force in energy built on scale, capability and track record. VAROPreem Key
(InfoMoney) The partnership involves 100 trucks with MWM engines starting in 2026, with BMB responsible for purchasing the vehicles and installing the fuel systems. -- Tupy ( TUPY3 ) and the Vamos group ( VAMO3 ) announced this Friday (30) a partnership for the production of trucks
(Viking Line) Viking Line is starting 2026 by renewing its offer of travel and transport powered by a high share of renewable European biogas. After multiplying the use of biofuel tenfold last year, the Åland-based shipping company has now secured another year at
(Eni) Eni and Q8 Italy announce a major strategic investment in the ongoing project for the construction of a new biorefinery in Priolo, Sicily. The transformation plan for the Versalis site in Priolo received formal approval from Eni and Kuwait Petroleum
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) Green Plains reported strong 3Q 2025 progress, highlighting the completion of its Obion, Tennessee plant sale to repay $130.7 million in debt. The company’s decarbonization strategy is advancing with carbon capture fully operational at its
by Hilton Liborio (Click Oil and Gas (Google Translation)) Toyota announces a strategic laboratory in the interior of São Paulo state to develop flex-fuel, ethanol, and biomethane technologies, expanding investments in sustainable automotive engineering and energy innovation in Brazil. Toyota has officially confirmed
by Kip Eideberg (Association of Equipment Manufacturers/The Hill) American agriculture is at a crossroads. With few new free trade agreements in place and global markets increasingly shaped by geopolitical tension, U.S. farmers face shrinking access to international buyers. At the same time,
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) ... Biomass enters as a civilian — complex, regional, idiosyncratic. It leaves in uniform. Carbon monoxide. Carbon dioxide. Methane. Methanol. Formate. This shift is mapped in a top-tier new report prepared for CSIRO by a group
(PostNord) In 2025, PostNord reached both of its climate milestones: fossil-free transport surpassed 50 percent and carbon emissions were reduced by 40 percent compared with 2020. PostNord set 2020 as the baseline and a target of 100 percent fossil-free transportation and operations
(AVEVA) • AVEVA has completed its first major purchase of sustainable aviation fuel certificates (SAFc), an important step that brings AVEVA in line with fulfilling its World Economic Forum (WEF) First Movers Coalition (FMC) commitment, five years ahead of schedule. This achievement
(FedEx) In 2025, FedEx deployed blended SAF for the first time at five major U.S. airports. -- FedEx introduced sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) at two more U.S. airports towards the end of last year: Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) and John
by Jordan Solomon and Fred Ghatala (Ecostrat/Advanced Biofuels Canada/iPolitics) ... Over the past year, trade uncertainty and U.S. tariffs have erased thousands of forestry jobs and billions of dollars in economic value. Mills have closed. Communities that depend on forestry have been
(Bioengineer) In the quest to revolutionize the biofuel industry, researchers at the University of Illinois have unveiled a groundbreaking method for enhancing the extraction of valuable components from biofuel crops. This innovative research, spearheaded by postdoctoral research associate Tirath Raj in
(Union for the Promotion of Oil and Protein Plants (UFOP)) The UFOP welcomes the measures for strengthening fraud prevention included in the draft law on the further development of the greenhouse gas reduction quota. These include, in particular, the elimination of
(Repsol) • The new plant for producing renewable hydrogen will require an investment of €292 million. The initiative has been recognised as an Important Project of Common European Interest (IPCEI) by the European Commission and will receive financial support from the Government of Spain through NextGenerationEU funds from
(International Energy Agency) New IEA report shows production of liquid and gaseous biofuels in India could double by 2030 through enhanced policy actions India’s bioenergy sector is set to play an important role underpinning the country’s rapidly growing energy markets as robust
(Civil Aviation Authority of Singapore (CAAS)) The Civil Aviation Authority of Singapore (CAAS), the Singapore Sustainable Aviation Fuel Company Ltd. (SAFCo) and nine companies have launched Singapore's first trial for central procurement of voluntary Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF). The nine companies
by Cole Martin (Argus Media) President Donald Trump's administration expects to update the rules around a low-carbon fuel tax credit to allow more types of fuel sales to qualify and to encourage farmers to grow crops more sustainably. ... The proposed regulations Tuesday
by Shristi Ohri (Autocar Professional) Government's economic assessment warns of "emerging tension" between energy self-reliance and food security; cites international evidence that biofuel mandates need "periodic recalibration" In what could signal an impending policy review, the Economic Survey 2025-26 has explicitly warned of
(GENA Solutions Oy) Selected highlights from GENA’s Project Navigator Methanol: By the end of December 2025, Project Navigator Methanol tracked 273 renewable and low-carbon methanol projects totaling 56.5 Mt by 2030, including 23.3 Mt of e-methanol, 22.1 Mt of biomethanol, and 11.2 Mt of low-carbon
(Noticias Ambientales (Google Translation)) The VII International Congress of the Dominican Society of Physics (Sodofi) focused the debate on the use of sargassum and other macroalgae as raw materials to generate biodiesel, alcohol, biogas, and derived products, while seeking to reduce its impact on fishing, tourism, and the
(SEA-LNG) Industry coalition SEA-LNG has published its annual ‘View from the Bridge’ report, highlighting 2025 as a year of strong growth in LNG, liquefied biomethane (LBM/bio-LNG) and e-methane emissions reductions, costs and availability. This year’s report “The Journey” highlights a decade
by Vivek Waghmode (BioEnergy Times) Bahia is gaining a stronger position in the biofuels sector as it continues to increase biodiesel production, expand exports to Europe, and reinforce its role in the shift toward renewable energy. This progress is being driven by
by Anurag Chaturvedi, Darshan Nakhwa, & Ketan Thakkar (Autocar Professional) India needs clean mobility that works at scale today, not just EVs, Maruti Suzuki executive says. -- Amid a strong push for electric vehicles, ethanol blending and biogas offer India the fastest and
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 Related articles Honeywell and TruAlt Bioenergy Sign Agreement to Drive
by Nicole Etter (Great Lakes Bioenergy Research Center) GLBRC co-investigator Jason Peters has patented tools for exploring the DNA of microbial workhorses -- Biofuel production has a surprising key ingredient: bacteria. These microbes devour plant material, like leaves and stems from native
(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
(ResourceWise) In the aftermath of this year's Clean Fuels Conference in Orlando, sentiment across the US biomass-based diesel industry is unmistakably bullish. But that confidence is underpinned by a mix of opportunity and uncertainty that will shape the sector through 2026 and
(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
(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
(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
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
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
(Port of Santos) ...The Port Authority of Santos (APS) took another decisive step towards the sustainability of its operations this Tuesday (January 27th), during the Green Shipping Corridors and Hubs event , held in Panama City. The meeting, promoted by the International
(U.K. Department for Transport and The Rt Hon Heidi Alexander MP) The funding will go towards UK research and development projects that help deliver net zero aviation by 2050. up to £43 million will be allocated to green aviation projects, paving the way for airport
by Leslie Bonilla Muñiz (Indiana Capital Chronicle) The EPA makes those decisions in Indiana and elsewhere, but an increasing number of states are seeking primary enforcement authority. -- Hoosier leaders plan to take over federal review of a pipeline of contentious projects to
by Maya Glicksman (Carbon 180) Our team visited Upper Midwest farmers in five states, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Michigan, and Wisconsin, who champion agroforestry on their landscapes and demonstrate the power of diversified agriculture, particularly on marginal land. Their stories illuminate unique
(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.
(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
(MOL Group/Biodiesel Magazine) Mitsui O.S.K. Lines Ltd. on Dec. 11 announced that MOL, China's largest fuel supplier SINOPEC Zhejiang Zhoushan Petroleum Co. Ltd., and Marubeni Corp., which holds the top share in the marine fuel sales market for Japanese shipowners
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
(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
(Molecule Group) On 13 January, FuelsEurope and the European Biodiesel Board organized a high-level discussion at the European Parliament regarding the role of sustainable biomass in Europe’s energy and transport transition. Expert speakers and MEPS discussed how synergies between the agricultural
(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
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