by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) ... The bossa nova — literally, “new trend.” ... I. The Rhythm of Renewal ... Every time a biorefinery turns residue into revenue or a digester converts methane into molecule value, it’s the same refrain — structure and improvisation, sense
by Ananda Teresia and Fransisca Nangoy (Reuters) Indonesia is considering setting a mandatory bioethanol content level of 10% for gasoline sold in the country to lower carbon dioxide emissions and reduce its dependence on fuel imports, state news agency Antara reported
by Philip Brasher (Agri-Pulse) Over the objections of the Trump administration, an international body that regulates ocean shipping is preparing to finalize a cap-and-trade system for reducing greenhouse gas emissions that offers a potential new market for biofuels made from agricultural feedstocks.
by Katie Schroeder (Ethanol Producer Magazine) The sustainable aviation fuel industry’s biggest players gathered in Minnesota last week (of September) to confront the sector’s steep challenges and chart its path forward. At the North American SAF Conference and Expo, held Sept. 22-24
(Ethanol Producer Magazine) This month's EPM podcast features, Kari Buttenhoff, Partner, Christianson CPAs and Consultants. Hosted by Katie Schroeder, Ethanol Producer Magazine. READ MORE/LISTEN
(OXCCU) -- Backed by global leaders in aviation, energy, and climate investing, OXCCU strengthens its position as a critical player in the global push for commercially viable sustainable aviation fuel (SAF). -- Series B investors include IAGiVentures (the dedicated corporate venturing
(American Trucking Associations) This summer marked a turning point for the trucking industry’s role in America’s environmental future. After years of battling misguided, top-down mandates from California regulators, common sense prevailed, freeing fleets, manufacturers, and drivers to pursue real, sustainable progress
(Clean Fuels Alliance America) The Clean Fuels Alliance Foundation is now accepting applications for the Beth Calabotta Sustainability Education Grant. Established in 2018, the grant aims to support student scientists dedicated to sustainable research, offering a $3,000 award to a deserving
(Technip Energies) Technip Energies (PARIS:TE) has been awarded two engineering services contracts by Repsol for the development of the Ecoplanta Molecular Recycling Solutions (Ecoplanta) project, a first-of-a-kind waste-to-methanol facility to be built in El Morell, near Tarragona, Spain -- The plant will
(AirCo/Biobased Diesel Daily) AirCo™ announced in late September the successful operation of its new integrated AirMade® Fuel plant in Brooklyn, New York. The plant, according to AirCo, represents a major technological milestone for the company and the broader effort to commercialize synthetic
(Hecksher) As part of its growing sustainability efforts, Hecksher is implementing a new way for companies to address the climate impact of air freight: Sustainable Aviation Fuel certificates (SAFc). SAFc is an established market-based mechanism decoupling the environmental attribute of Sustainable
(UFOP/Biobased Diesel Daily) ... Since February, the EU-27 has imposed duties on biodiesel imports from China, ranging from 10 percent to 35.6 percent, depending on the feedstock. Nevertheless, pressure from Chinese imports remains strong. According to Eurostat, imports of methyl-ester biodiesel made from used
(Argent Energy) Leading producer of waste-based biodiesel Argent Energy is introducing a new brand name – ‘Dieselite’ – to the company’s portfolio. Dieselite is a high-quality B+ biodiesel blend, developed to help reduce commercial vehicle fleet carbon emissions. Produced in the UK, Dieselite
By Keith T. Kerman (New York City DCAS Fleet Newsletter) ...This achievement includes a net reduction in total fuel use and the transition of 99% of all diesel fuel to biofuels, primarily renewable diesel with 5% biodiesel. The most significant
(Molgas) Molgas and Titan fully join forces; New integrated single company will form the leader in downstream LNG in Europe -- Molgas Energy Group (“Molgas”), backed by infrastructure investor InfraVia, has finalized the full acquisition of Titan Energy Holding, parent company of Titan
(Bioenergy Insight) BP has the potential to develop at least nine biomethane projects in Brazil, according to company president Andres Guevara de la Vega, reports Argus Media. Speaking at a British Chamber of Commerce event in Rio de Janeiro, de la Vega said
(Argus Media) Navigating how technology is transforming carbon markets and addressing key industry challenges -- In this episode, Felix Todd, Deputy Editor for Argus Carbon, and Harshad Kolpyakwar, Head of Product Management and Energy Solutions at FIS Global, explore how technology is
(National Business Aviation Association) In collaboration with industry partners, the National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) is making sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) available at Las Vegas-area airports in conjunction with the 2025 NBAA Business Aviation Convention & Exhibition (NBAA-BACE). The initiative underscores SAF’s
(Ocean Network Express) QTerminals Kramer Rotterdam (QTKR) and Ocean Network Express (Europe) (ONE) have reduced emissions by as much as 500 tonnes of CO₂ in just six months by implementing a biofuel scheme using HVO100, a sustainable biofuel made from renewable
(American Biogas Council) As electricity demand soars, biogas made from wastewater sludge offers an established power source -- Today (September 25, 2025), the American Biogas Council (ABC) released new data showing the extensive role municipal wastewater facilities can play to recycle organic waste into
(ReFuels) ReFuels N.V., one of Europe’s leading suppliers of renewable biomethane (Bio-CNG) for the decarbonisation of heavy goods vehicles (HGVs), has entered into a fixed price Bio-CNG agreement for one of Britain’s largest logistics operators. The agreement is a multi-year contract
(Uniper) Uniper will purchase biomethane from three major Spanish plants starting in 2027, enhancing its low-carbon energy portfolio; Five Bioenergy strengthens leadership in European biomethane with Uniper partnership The German energy company Uniper and the Spanish developer Five Bioenergy have signed a seven-year
(Aemetis/Globe Newswire) Leading Industrial Biotechnology Company Delivers Key Equipment For Aemetis Project -- Aemetis, Inc. (NASDAQ: AMTX), a renewable natural gas and biofuels company, announced today that it is advancing decarbonization at its 65 million gallon per year ethanol plant in Keyes,
by Sam A. Rushing (Advanced Cryogenics, Ltd./The Digest) Yes, carbon dioxide as a green chemical – however, what about the effects on the environment and economy? Carbon dioxide is ever – more a green – natured agent when applied in a growing
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) Gevo, Praj in focus as India tips a blending strategy to complement biodiesel, renewable diesel -- ... Ethanol, the star of India’s petrol program, couldn’t hold the mix in diesel. Too volatile, too hydrophilic, too combustible. The
(Hurtigruten) Hurtigruten, the leader in iconic Norwegian coastal voyages, is set to make industry history on 29 October 2025 by embarking on their first climate-neutral biofuel sailing. Renowned for having one of the longest coastlines in the world, this groundbreaking 4,000-kilometre
(TradeArabia News Service) The Arab Energy Fund (TAEF), a leading multilateral impact financial institution dedicated to ensuring energy security and sustainability in the MENA region, has announced that it has led Tagaddod’s $26.3 million Series A equity round. Tagaddod, a pioneering platform
(Autoini) Explore ethanol fuel blends and their effects on engines, efficiency, and global adoption. -- Ethanol mix gasoline is becoming more common worldwide as countries aim to cut emissions and reduce oil dependence. Blended fuels such as E5, E10, E20, and E85 are already widely
(Bloomberg/Financial Post) The Trump administration is planning to cancel billions of dollars earmarked for hydrogen projects in California and the Pacific Northwest as part of its first tranche of funding cuts following the government shutdown, according to an administration official. READ
(Simon Fraser University) imon Fraser University’s Clean Hydrogen Hub has signed an agreement with three other leading Canadian hydrogen hubs conducting similar research and activities in developing hydrogen energy technologies. The collaboration between SFU, Vallée de la Transition Énergétique (VTE, Québec), Newfoundland and Labrador Hydrogen
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) This project utilizes a predictive simulation framework employing LES/DNS and successfully ported models to NekRS (GPU-based) for a 10x speedup. Partners include ANL (PI), UIUC, Convergent Science Inc, and multiple National Labs. Accomplishments include validating ARC-M1
(Tallgrass) Mid America Agri Products/Wheatland (MAAPW) today announced the start of carbon dioxide capture at its Madrid, Nebraska, ethanol facility, with volumes to be transported on Tallgrass’ Trailblazer Pipeline for permanent sequestration in Wyoming. MAAPW: A Founder’s Vision Realized For MAAPW, becoming
by Olly Wroe and Suzanna Hayek (S&P Global) Tweede Kamer adopts notable amendments; 'Jan. 1 implementation probable': sources; Initial market reaction is limited -- The Dutch House of Representatives, or Tweede Kamer, voted to implement the EU's Renewable Energy Directive, or RED III,
by Corbin Hiar (E&E News Climatewire) The U.S. must implement new policies to kick-start production of bio-based jet fuel, according to a paper from the National Bureau of Economic Research. -- A new paper offers a policy road map for expanding U.S.
(DNV) Ammonia is gaining traction as a marine fuel, backed by regulatory progress, engine innovation and early fleet adoption. Due to high costs and infrastructure gaps, shipowners are advised to plan strategically when choosing the right future fuel. How far and
by Drew Lyon (Minnesota Soybean Growers Association/The Journal) Twenty years is a long time. Two decades ago, in 2005, George W. Bush was president, “The Office” and “Grey’s Anatomy” both premiered on network TV, Hurricane Katrina hit Louisiana, Zygi Wilf took
(Allied Biofuels/Globe Newswire) Allied Biofuels FE LLC Uzbekistan announced today the signing of key land and water agreements with the Khorezm Regional Government, marking a critical milestone in the implementation of its green aviation fuel project in Tuproqqala District, Khorezm. This planned
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) This project advances SAF qualification by using unique instruments to measure fuel properties (surface tension, density, bulk modulus) at actual turbine engine temperatures and pressures. Partners include NREL, Georgia Tech/GE Aerospace, ANL, and Washington State University.
by Cindy Zimmerman (Energy.AgWired.com) California Governor Gavin Newsom today (October 2, 2025) signed legislation that could help bring down the cost of gasoline in California, making way for lower cost 15 percent ethanol fuel (E15) to be made available for the first
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) ... Rotterdam’s three cancelled projects weren’t just bad luck — they were dinosaurs lumbering in a league that has gone small-ball. The Rotterdam Regulars vs the Brussels Bureaucrats has given way to a new style of
(Bioenergy International) The European Biogas Association (EBA) has launched a comprehensive paper exploring the valorisation of biogenic carbon dioxide from the biogas sector, enabling the EU’s carbon strategy to reduce emissions and support a sustainable, low-carbon economy as a scalable and
(Bioenergy Insight) A New Zealand-based company has introduced its Biomass Conversion Technology (BCT). Verdus Energy & Associates aims to help dairy and livestock farms achieve carbon-negative operations while producing a wide range of high-value green products. Using circular economy principles and energy-neutral processes,
(Bioenergy Insight) Natural State Renewables (NSR) is pioneering sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) production using surplus forest biomass, aiming to decarbonise air travel while supporting forest health and local economies. Clay Marbry, senior vice president of project development at NSR, discussed the
(Climbing. Fast.) The promise of a new era in which aircraft are powered increasingly by carbon-cutting fuels is in focus as government leaders from around the world convene this week for a preeminent global industry policy setting meeting, and business aviation
(PowerCell Group) Order to supply fuel cell systems for two hydrogen-powered bulk carriers for GMI Rederi AS highlights the strong momentum of the Marine System 225 -- PowerCell, the world’s leading supplier of fuel cells for the marine market, has secured a
(Petrobras/Bnamericas) Petrobras and Amazon Brazil have entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to explore possibilities of collaboration in advancing the development and implementation of low-carbon fuel solutions in logistics activities in Brazil. The MOU sets guidelines to identify opportunities that
(Renewable Carbon Publications) First-generation biomass in non-food applications increases food security. -- Using first-generation biomass for non-food applications strengthens food security by increasing overall availability of feedstock and market stability. At the same time, it also delivers valuable protein-rich by-products addressing the
(Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority) The MBTA today (September 29, 2025) announced that it has launched a partnership with STX Group to participate in the Federal Renewable Fuel Standard (RFSII) program, an initiative that is expected to generate $4 million of revenue
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) Technological advances include a 1500-bar High Pressure Fuel Pump (HPFP) with 50% efficiency gain and high-flow injectors reducing hydraulic delay by over 50%. Partners are WM International Engineering (PI), IIT, ANL, and Diversified CPC International. All
by Peter Johnson (Bunker One) Bunker One Sweden is strengthening its fleet with the long-term charter of Sagafjord (IMO 9310317), entering service this September. We asked Petter Jonason, COO of Bunker One Sweden, how this addition supports operations, strategy, and the
(Lloyd Register) The collaboration aims to address safety, regulatory and integration challenges to deliver safe, zero-emission nuclear power for ships -- Lloyd’s Register (LR) is working with Deployable Energy, a Houston, TX based nuclear technology company, to advance the safe use of micro-nuclear
(Group MAIRE) MAIRE (MAIRE.MI) announces that NEXTCHEM and Siemens Energy signed a Memorandum of Understanding to cooperate on the development and commercialization of a breakthrough methanol high temperature fuel cell, based on a newly designed modularized solution. NEXTCHEM will provide Fuel Cell Modules while Siemens Energy
by Mike Schuler (G Captain) September 2025 saw just 14 orders for alternative-fuelled vessels, according to data from DNV’s Alternative Fuels Insight (AFI) platform. Of these, 12 were LNG-fuelled vessels, primarily from the container segment (6), with additional orders from bulk carrier
(Nippon Yusen Kabushiki Kaisha NYK Bulk Projects Ltd) The methanol dual-fuel bulk carrier Green Future, which is time-chartered by NYK Bulk Projects Corporation, a Nippon Yusen Group company, from Kambara Kisen Co., Ltd. (Fukuyama City, Hiroshima Prefecture), refueled with low-carbon methanol
(Global e-Fuels) Smartenergy Group AG has signed a strategic partnership with Q8 Aviation, the international aviation arm of Kuwait Petroleum International, to advance the production and use of synthetic sustainable aviation fuel (e-SAF). The agreement makes Q8 Aviation a cornerstone offtake
(Bureau Veritas) COSCO Shipping Heavy Industry (Shanghai) (CHI Shanghai) has successfully completed China’s first ship-to-ship methanol bunkering operation by a shipbuilding and repair enterprise at a shipyard’s berth, marking a major milestone in the nation’s adoption of alternative marine fuels. The operation
by Samyak Pandey (S&P Global) India's ethanol surplus could support aviation decarbonization; Regulatory uncertainty around sugarcane feedstocks hinders SAF scaling; Addressing feedstock policy, certification key to unlocking AtJ potential India could leverage its abundant ethanol surplus to support international aviation decarbonization, but regulatory uncertainty
(EurekAlert) Researchers at Fuzhou University have developed a novel catalyst using ultrasmall palladium nanoparticles supported on zirconium phosphate, achieving enhanced electrochemical reduction of CO2 to ethanol. This breakthrough, published in Frontiers in Energy, highlights a significant step towards sustainable fuel production, addressing the
(Bioregions) Public procurement is one of the most powerful tools governments have to shape markets and accelerate change. By integrating bio-based thinking into existing green public procurement (GPP) frameworks, public authorities can directly support climate goals, strengthen regional economies, and cut
by Jeslyn Lerh (Reuters) Swiss manufacturer WinGD will be ready next year to offer its first ship engines powered by ethanol, it said on Tuesday, a lower-emission fuel that can be produced from biomass sources like corn and sugarcane. With the International
(PA Consulting) Two decades on from the first SAF flight, no other technology or pathway is as ready or scalable. Yet the gap between ambition and achievement is striking. While a small number of players are making substantial commitments and significant
(Chemical Industry Digest) Engineers India Limited (EIL) achieved a major milestone in biofuel innovation with the grant of a patent by the Indian Patent Office for its pioneering design titled “Distillation Column Internals Design for 2G Ethanol BioRefinery with Very Low
(DHL Group) Both companies are committed to ambitious decarbonization targets, with Hapag-Lloyd aiming to achieve net-zero fleet emissions by 2045 and DHL striving to reach net-zero GHG emissions by 2050. 3-year framework agreement signed for deploying sustainable marine fuel 25,000 tons CO2e emission
(Bulawayo) Biodiesel production in Zimbabwe is set for a major leap, with daily output expected to rise from 3 000 litres to 75 000 litres following the upgrading of Finealt Engineering's processing plant in Mutoko. Located on the north-western fringes of Mutoko
by Pölös Zsófia (Transport in Europe) Researchers in Germany say fuel cell HGVs could become a viable option for European hauliers, and have now put their own prototype on the road after receiving official approval. -- Hydrogen lorries can deliver ranges of up to
(Finnair) There is no single, fast solution to eliminating fossil fuel emissions from aviation. But we can start making progress today. The Finnair for Business SAF Service offers companies a credible and convenient way to reduce flying-related fossil emissions. We want to
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) Singapore has surpassed Rotterdam as Asia’s largest biobunkering hub since 2024, driven by tightening IMO and EU regulations. The IMO Carbon Intensity Indicator (CII) mandates 4-17% GHG reduction by 2028, and GHG pricing begins in 2028
by Fika Ramadhani (Deutsche Welle) After nearly a decade of negotiations between Jakarta and Brussels, a new free trade pact will let Indonesia sell its palm oil in the EU with zero tariffs. But other obstacles are looming. -- The European Union
(Deccan Chronicle) The Asian Palm Oil Alliance (APOA), the Council of Palm Oil Producing Countries (CPOPC), and Solidaridad Network Asia Limited (SNAL), embark on a structured programme to align national sustainability standards, improve traceability and support smallholders across the region. APOA, the
by Margus Muld (ERR.EE) Baltic Workboats' Saaremaa shipyard is building a 38-meter vessel for Estonia's state fleet that will run on biofuel and electricity, due next spring. The steel hull arrived from Poland this week. Once completed, the workboat will be used for waterway
(OneFortyOne) OneFortyOne and HAMR Energy have entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to collaborate on the supply of sustainable biomass for renewable methanol production in Australia and New Zealand. The MoU marks a significant step forward in the development of HAMR
((Fraunhofer Institute for Interfacial Engineering and Biotechnology IGB Research News) Sewage treatment plants do more than just clean wastewater. They are also sources of raw materials. In the KoalAplan project, researchers from the Fraunhofer Institute for Interfacial Engineering and Biotechnology IGB
(Gasum) During the summer, Gasum and Preem signed a strategic cooperation agreement that enables Preem's corporate customers to refuel liquid and compressed biogas at Gasum stations in Sweden. On top of the environmental benefits, all transactions will be consolidated into a
(Moeve) The company is advancing its renewable gas production through the signing of an agreement with ID Energy Group to develop up to 1 TWh of production capacity, adding to the partnerships previously made with Kira Ventures, PreZero, and InproEner; Producing up
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) ... It is about atoms — the reinvention of plastics, cement, fertilizers, magnets. Ninety-nine percent of a sustainable future, as IndieBio’s Alex Kopelyan and Berkeley Lab’s Todd Pray remind us, comes from rethinking what we already
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) Green Corridors as key demonstration platforms for maritime biofuel adoption. New MARPOL Annex VI will mandate GHG intensity reductions and economic incentives. DNV’s scenario projects bio-methanol and bio-MGO dominance. Maersk has invested $100M in a green
(EnviTec Biogas) Up to 70 GWh of Bio-LNG per Year for Greener Heavy-Duty Transport -- Lohne/Saerbeck – With the official groundbreaking ceremony, Biogas Västra Skaraborg AB (BVS) has launched the construction phase of its first combined biogas and gas upgrading plant in
by David Carpintero (ePURE/Ethanol Producer Magazine) ... While economic and political uncertainty seem to have become the new normal on the global stage, there are still some ways that ethanol producers everywhere could take advantage of opportunities created by the right
by Katie Schroeder (Ethanol Producer Magazine) Drawing from its robust suite of process-optimizing tools, technologies and talent, IFF is helping ethanol producers improve distillers corn oil (DCO) yields through customized enzyme application and the intelligent use of process information. Corn oil
by Danielle Anderson (Christianson/Ethanol Producer Magazine) Renewable fuel producers are eager to claim the 45Z Clean Fuel Production Credit, but one powerful opportunity often flies under the radar—offsetting a facility’s electricity emissions through Energy Attribute Certificates (EACs). As one of the most
by Katie Schroeder (Ethanol Producer Magazine) Ethanol producers’ data often ends up divided between departments, making it hard for production and lab teams to compare notes. Process information streaming from the plant’s distributed control system (DCS) and the intermittent test results
(Biofuels International) Pertamina, Indonesia's state-owned energy holding company, is increasing efforts to accelerate the energy transition in the transportation sector by developing biofuels, sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) and green hydrogen. The move aims to cut carbon emissions while ensuring national energy security. Pertamina
by Shahjahan Ahmed (SeaNews) Eco Marine Power’s Greg Atkinson discusses the evolution of the Aquarius MRE and EnergySail, solar trials, and partnerships driving practical, commercially viable maritime decarbonisation. -- Eco Marine Power (EMP) is a Japan-based technology company pioneering renewable energy solutions for
by Gosia Wozniacka (The Oregonian/OregonLive) Portland leaders may soon weigh whether to roll back parts of the city’s signature climate policy on replacing diesel with renewable fuels, a first-in-the-nation standard critical to reducing emissions and harmful particulate matter pollution. The policy, adopted by the City
by Yukta Sharma (Nautical Voice) Lloyd’s Register (LR) has released the latest edition of its award-winning Fuel for Thought series, highlighting the role of biofuels in the superyacht sector’s energy transition. Fuel for Thought: Biofuels for Yachts, launched during the Monaco Yacht Show, positions hydrotreated
by Kishan Karunakaran (Chemical Industry Digest) Biofuels are emerging as a key driver of India’s energy transition, supported by strong policies and industry innovation. By converting waste into clean energy, they enhance energy security, reduce emissions, boost rural incomes, and promote sustainable
by Emily Caldwell (The Ohio State University) Adding an electrical jolt to fermentation of industrial food waste speeds up the process and increases the yield of platform chemicals that are valuable components in a wide range of products, new research shows. In
(Carreras) Ambar and the logistics company Carreras launch a pioneering transport trial using renewable hydrogen that seeks to reduce CO₂ emissions by 30 tons. -- Ambar beer will travel its next few kilometers much cleaner. The Aragonese brewery and the logistics company Carreras have launched a pioneering
by Nick Blenkey (Marine Log) In another “first ever,” Everllence has confirmed the successful running on ethanol – at all load points – of a 90-centimeter bore ME-LGIM (-Liquid Gas Injection Methanol) engine in Japan. Everllence pioneered the ME-LGIM platform over a decade ago with the
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) The 2023 IMO GHG Strategy aims for net-zero emissions from international shipping by or around 2050, targeting 20% GHG reduction by 2030 (striving for 30%) and 70% by 2040 (striving for 80%). A mandatory GHG emissions
(Sperry Marine) -- Sperry Marine’s latest Integrated Bridge Systems (IBS) has been chosen for two groundbreaking container vessels ordered by Samskip Group. -- The vessels will be the first in the world to combine the potential of zero-emission hydrogen fuel
(Methanex) Methanex Corporation (TSX:MX) (Nasdaq:MEOH), the world’s largest producer and supplier of methanol, today (September 23, 2025) announced new strategic partnerships in two of the world’s key fueling hubs—the ARA (Amsterdam-Rotterdam-Antwerp) region and South Korea. These agreements further advance Methanex’s leadership
(Monaco Yacht Show) The Monaco Yacht Show announces the 5 winners of the Blue Wake™ Awards 2025, unveiled during last night’s Grand Opening Night at Le Méridien Beach Plaza in Monaco. The ceremony welcomed 400 guests, including Monaco officials, exhibitors from the Blue Wake programme,
(Headway Technology) Headway Technology Group Co., Ltd., a global leader in low-carbon solutions, proudly announces the successful installation of its groundbreaking Onboard Carbon Capture System（OCCS）aboard the 57,000 DWT bulk carrier Yue Dian 56 at Longshan Shipyard, Zhoushan, China. This milestone marks
(China Classification Society (Google Translation)) Construction recently commenced on a series of methanol-powered, dual-purpose vessels for inland waterways along the Pearl River, inspected by China Classification Society (CCS). This marks the transition of new energy vessel applications on my country's inland
(Landi) On September 23, 2025, Landi Technologies, a pioneering leader in technologies for clean transportation, announced it has received a new certification from the California Air Resources Board (CARB) certification for its Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) / Renewable Natural Gas
(Korean Air) Korean Air has expanded its use of domestically produced sustainable aviation fuel (SAF), introducing a SAF blend on flights to Kobe and Osaka. The airline first trialed locally produced SAF on its Incheon-Haneda route from August 2024 to August 2025,
by Matt Pole (Sussex Express) Reigate & Banstead Borough Council has taken its first delivery of hydrotreated vegetable oil (HVO) so it can run its fleet of 28 waste collection vehicles on biofuel instead of diesel. The switch to HVO is expected
(Eni) Eni announces that it has received approval from the Italian Ministry of the Environment and Energy Security to convert selected units at the Sannazzaro de’ Burgondi (Pavia) refinery into a biorefinery. Eni has now started the authorization process and has
by Kaushal Verma (ANI News) Flex engines are gaining a foothold in India, backed by the country's growing ethanol blending programme and other biofuel initiatives, Pramod Chaudhari, President of the Indian Federation of Green Energy, said on Wednesday. ... Flex engines, or flex-fuel engines, are
(USA BioEnergy) JM/bp’s FT CANS™ and Honeywell UOP’s FT Unicracking™ technologies will help produce SAF from abundantly available forest thinnings, addressing feedstock availability challenges; USA BioEnergy’s facility is expected to produce 65 million gallons of responsibly sourced biobased fuels per year
(IKEA/Canadian Biomass Magazine) The pilot program aims to put food scraps to good use by turning waste into renewable resources -- IKEA U.S. announced the launch of a food waste collection pilot that gives new life to food scraps and furthers the
(Sustainabile Aviation Buyers Alliance) Today (September 22, 2025), the Sustainable Aviation Buyers Alliance (SABA) announced a new initiative to enable COP30 attendees to support the clean energy transition and address emissions from their air travel to and from the UN-hosted climate
(Associated British Ports) To mark London International Shipping Week (LISW), Associated British Ports (ABP), the largest port operator in the UK, is celebrating the success of ‘TURBO-METH’, a clean technology project, which has secured funding as part of the Department for
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) India targets net-zero emissions for its shipping sector by 2070 and major ports by 2047. The 2022 marine fuel consumption was 1.24 million tonnes, projected to reach 1.43 million tonnes by 2030. Biofuel blend trials (B20-B50)
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) ... But only now, with companies like Amogy, are we cracking its hidden hydrogen to fuel ships, trucks, and maybe even data centers. Could this smelly old industrial standby be the fresh track that breaks us out
(News Arena Network India) Congress leader Nitin Gadkari has said India must now look beyond blending ethanol into petrol and prepare to export surplus ethanol, marking a new global role in biofuels. -- India’s push towards energy self-reliance is now poised for
by Samyak Pandey (S&P Global) Sustainable aviation fuel feedstocks enable net zero; Slow tech rollout, infrastructure gaps limit scaling; 500 million mt of SAF needed annually by 2050 -- Sufficient sustainable aviation fuel feedstocks exist to enable the airline industry to achieve
by Paul Hammel (Nebraska Examiner) Deal to share proceeds with local orgs seen as template for large infrastructure projects in rural and urban areas -- A Kansas pipeline company is about to activate its $1.5 billion pipeline to transport carbon dioxide from
by Alaina Mencinger (Santa Fe New Mexican) A state regulatory body kicked off a lengthy hearing Monday on a proposed clean fuel program that would create a system of credits to incentivize the development and use of less carbon-intensive fuels. The Environmental Improvement
(Frontier Infrastructure/PR Newswire) First-of-its-kind solution combines rail transportation, permanent sequestration, and digital carbon tracking to accelerate decarbonization -- Frontier Infrastructure Holdings LLC ("Frontier"), a portfolio company of Tailwater Capital and a leading developer of low-carbon infrastructure across the Mountain West and Texas, today
(Green Plains/Ethanol Producer Magazine) Green Plains Inc. on Sept. 17 announced that it has entered into an agreement with an affiliate of Freepoint Commodities LLC to sell Clean Fuel Production Credits, also known as 45Z tax credits, generated in 2025 under
(Catagen/Biobased Diesel Daily) Catagen, a Belfast-based clean-energy engineering company, announced Sept. 17 that it has officially launched ClimaHtech Green Flight at its Titanic Quarter Campus. CGF, a wholly owned subsidiary of Catagen, will use patented modular-reactor technology to produce sustainable aviation fuel
(European Commission) On 12 September 2025, the Commission adopted a Decision on the allocation of EU ETS emission allowances to airlines for the use of sustainable aviation fuels (SAF) in 2024. This follows calculations by Member States’ authorities for commercial airlines, and marks
(Reickermann) Rieckermann, in collaboration with industry partners BDI-BioEnergy International (BDI) and NEXTCHEM, successfully hosted a high-impact seminar on Biofuels Waste-to-Value Technologies. This seminar was attended by representatives from more than 40 companies across various sectors, including used cooking oil (UCO) collectors, processing companies, petrochemical
(Michigan Farm News) Farm equipment giant John Deere is paving the way for increased biodiesel usage in Michigan, a move being applauded by industry leaders and farmers. According to a statement Thursday, John Deere approved the use of B30 biodiesel blends in
(Advanced Biofuels Canada) New data shows record growth in low carbon fuel use and emission reductions, while maintaining affordability for drivers -- Advanced Biofuels Canada (ABFC) today (September 22, 2025) released the tenth annual Navius Research Biofuels in Canada report, the national report on Canada’s
(BioAccelergy Ventures/EIN Presswire) BioAccelergy and New West Genetics Team Up to Deliver High-Yield, Low-Carbon Oilseed Feedstocks for Renewable Fuels -- A Massive Market Opportunity • The global renewable fuels market is projected to exceed $225 billion by 2030, driven by aggressive government clean
by Katie Thoresen (WXPR) Wisconsin’s Forestry Industry is a $42-billion industry providing more than 126,000 jobs, many in the northern portion of state. But, as WXPR has previously reported, the industry also faces many challenges. Disease, pests, climate change, and loss of mills are a
(Neste) What began as an innovative idea in the 1990s has grown into a global success story. Lars Peter Lindfors, Senior Vice President, Technology & Innovation at Neste, revisits the key milestones of this journey, reflecting on the pioneering spirit that
(Fortescue) The Fortescue Green Pioneer has sailed into New York for Climate Week NYC, the world’s largest annual climate event. -- The 75m dual fuel ammonia-powered vessel is docked on Manhattan’s Lower East Side, marking the latest stop on its 2025 global
by Allen Schaefer (Engine Technology Forum) ... The rapid pivot of 2025 politics has brought more announcements of investments in internal combustion engines and manufacturing capability in the U.S. and calls for extensions of elimination of future bans on ICE in
(Baxter Freight/American Journal of Transportation) Carboninsets, an independent matchmaker service for verified Environmental Attribute Certificates (EACs), has today announced its partnership with Baxter Freight to supply high-quality EACs across the main transport modalities: rail, marine, road, and air, for one of
by Kate Abnett and Makini Brice (Reuters) EU delays law again, citing IT system concerns; U.S. and other major trade partners have opposed the law; Law aims to curb global deforestation linked to EU consumption; Environmental campaigners criticise delay The European Union will delay launching
(The Association of Renewable Energy Companies (APPA) (Google Translation)) APPA Biocarburantes considers that the draft Royal Decree on renewable fuels in transport presented by MITECO last July, which is currently being processed, requires substantial changes to adequately transpose the provisions on
(Seoul National University/Science X/Phys.Org/MSN) Seoul National University College of Engineering announced that a joint research team has become the first in the world to elucidate the reconstruction mechanism of copper alloy catalysts during electrochemical CO₂ conversion reactions. The research sheds light on
(KazMunayGas) A meeting was held in New York (USA) between Askhat Khassenov, Chairman of the Management Board of JSC NC “KazMunayGas” (KMG), and the leadership of U.S.-based technology company LanzaJet — CEO Jimmy Samartzis and Vice President of Commercial Operations Stefan
(Global Container Terminals/Globe Newswire/Business Insider) Global Container Terminals (GCT) is proud to announce that GCT Deltaport — Canada’s flagship container terminal—has now fully transitioned to 100% renewable fuel for diesel equipment, marking a major step forward in the company’s decarbonization journey. This achievement
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) This $3.27M project, ending December 2024, aims to demonstrate a Near-Zero Emissions Concept via an integrated engine and aftertreatment simulation platform in GT-SUITE. Key achievements include calibrating an ORNL SCR model for catalyst aging (up to
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) ... Along the fence, voices heckled. Your carbon is lousy. Your productivity is low. Your century is over. The tortoise kept moving—one more interconnect, one more offtake, one more FEED package priced off policy that finally stops wobbling. By
by Jim Giles (Trellis) The market for such credits got another boost this week with a major purchase by the government of Singapore. -- Key Takeaways: Danish startup Agreena released 2.3 million credits generated by farmers in 10 European nations. The farmers deployed regenerative
by Heather Clancy (Trellis) Key Takeaways: -ISO and GHG Protocol say their collaboration won’t apply to existing standards. -The work is expected to take at least 18 months. -One big goal: closer alignment on how to discuss progress toward net zero. The
By Rachel Gignac (CSP Daily News) ... Pilot has completed its B99 biodiesel fuel program; the truck stop and convenience-store chain has rolled out dispensers with the fuel for fleets at its Decatur, Illinois, Des Moines, Iowa, and Dallas locations since it began the
by Rebecca Moore (Riviera) P&O Ferries’ Pride of Hull, has become the first ferry on the Hull–Rotterdam route to permanently run on lower-carbon biofuel blend -- Following a successful trial, Pride of Hull is now running entirely on Biofuel B30 – a blended fuel, containingn
(CapCO2 Solutions) CapCO₂ Solutions is reimagining the role of CO₂—not as waste, but as a valuable input fueling a carbon-free future. By converting emissions into essential fuels and chemicals, we provide clean energy and bio-material solutions while opening new revenue
by Jamie Sears Rawlings (AgWeb) Sorghum advocates are using crop benefits to boost conservation, productivity and profitability for grain farmers. -- ... The organization (United Sorghum Checkoff Program) has gone so far as to officially trademark sorghum as “The Resource Conserving Crop,” highlighting
by Chris Hubbuch (Great Lakes Bioenergy Research Center) ... Most recently, GLBRC scientists worked with partners at the Center for Advanced Bioenergy and Bioproducts Innovation (CABBI) and the Joint BioEnergy Institute (JBEI) on an investigation into how different pretreatment methods affect production of fuels and
by Chris Hubbuch (Great Lakes Bioenergy Research Center) MSU student project outlines plan to turn sorghum into a living chemical factory, enabling cheaper sustainable domestic energy -- ... Their idea, detailed in the journal Biotechnology Letters, uses machine learning and genetic engineering to
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) This FY22-FY25 project, with $400k in FY24 funding, addresses toxic aldehyde emissions from low-lifecycle carbon fuels (LLCFs) in off-road engines. Alcohols like methanol and ethanol form less reactive aldehydes during oxidation. Stable formaldehyde delivery for experiments
by Tom Howarth (Trellis) The pharmaceutical and agriculture giant is bringing in fresh expertise as it races to cut emissions, transform farming and expand global health access by 2030. Bayer’s independent advisory council brings together experts in agriculture, health and sustainability to guide strategy. The
(Safety4Sea) In this week’s “Shipping Number of the Week” from BIMCO, Chief Shipping Analyst, Niels Rasmussen, looks at the number of container ships on order which will be able to use alternative fuels directly upon delivery. -- According to Niels Rasmussen,
by Joshua Haiar (South Dakota Searchlight) Supporters of South Dakota’s law barring the use of eminent domain for carbon dioxide pipelines are pushing back after North Dakota’s attorney general suggested his state might challenge the measure in court. In an interview published Thursday, Fargo
(U.S. Grains and Bioproducts Council) Shipping’s energy transition now runs on firm timelines and audited lifecycle emissions accounting. The International Maritime Organization’s (IMO) updated greenhouse-gas strategy sets a net-zero ambition “by or around 2050,” with waypoints for 2030 and 2040 and
(Sustainable Agribusiness Forum) At the end of last year, IEA Bioenergy developed a report on biogas and biomethane production, the use of biogas and other anaerobic digestion products, political and financial conditions, as well as innovative projects in the member countries of the
(UABIO) We have prepared material on one of the sections of Analytical Note No. 2: Advanced biomethane production from ligno-cellulose materials, which contains the actual experience and case studies selected by our experts for this document. These facilities demonstrate significant progress over
(UABio) We have prepared a review of the IEA Bioenergy report “Identification and assessment of sustainability effects associated with biogas solutions”, which explores the multifaceted role of biogas in promoting a circular and sustainable bioeconomy. Here are the main findings of the document. Biogas, produced
by Mike Schuler (G Captain) Leading environmental organizations have submitted a joint proposal to the International Maritime Organization (IMO) calling for measures to prevent the shipping industry’s expansion into crop-based biofuels that could threaten climate goals, natural ecosystems, and food security. Pacific
(KBS World) Starting in 2027, sustainable aviation fuel(SAF) will power all international passenger planes in South Korea as the nation seeks to lead efforts to achieve carbon neutrality in the aviation industry. A road map the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure and Transport
by Ajsa Habibic (Offshore Energy) Lambert Maru, a Capesize bulk carrier owned by Japanese shipping major Mitsui O.S.K. Lines (MOL), has set sail on a biofuel-powered voyage for Anglo American, a global mining company. The 292-meter-long bulk carrier started its voyage
by Ernie Shea (Solutions from the Land) In their released report “Precision Agriculture: A Costly Distraction from Real Climate Solutions”, the Health, Environment, Agriculture and Labor Alliance portray precision agriculture as a costly distraction from proven climate solutions that entrenches corporate
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