Transportation & Innovation Expo, Alliant Energy Center, 1919 Alliant Energy Center Way, Madison, Wisconsin -- Register now for the Transportation & Innovation Expo April 28 in Madison! Our sustainable transportation, infrastructure, technology and fleet vehicle conference & expo is the
Following the success of the EU-India Conference on Advanced Biofuels organised by the European Commission, Directorate General for Energy, and the Indian Ministry of Petroleum and Natural gas on March 2018, 2019 and 2020, as well as the continuing success of the
(Global Hemp Association) Joanne serves as Executive Director of Advanced Biofuels USA, a nonprofit educational organization, which she co-founded in 2008, dedicated to promoting understanding, development and use of advanced biofuels as an immediate solution to reduce greenhouse gas emissions
What the White House should—and can—do now, is institute a full-spectrum energy export embargo on Russia. ... Europe will survive. ... Two months is not enough time to build new LNG terminals or full length pipelines, .... ... Biofuel infrastructure
by Suriya Jayanti (Time Magazine) ... If this is what we have to work with, let us at least make it truly hurt by including embargoes of Russian energy, too. ... Oil prices have insulated Russia from sanctions hits, at least
(Maersk/Biobased Diesel Daily) A.P. Moller-Maersk announced Feb. 23 that it will sign an agreement with Air France-KLM to purchase sustainable aviation fuel (SAF). The deal includes a first-of-its-kind contract to cover around 40,000 trips taken by Maersk’s marine and corporate
by Ron Kotrba (Biobased Diesel Digest) HollyFrontier Corp. CEO Mike Jennings said during a Feb. 23 earnings call that its renewable diesel unit (RDU) in Cheyenne, Wyoming, is “fully operational” and the company is “lining the unit out to produce on-spec
by Matthew Choi (Politico's Morning Energy) Bipartisan Sens. Dianne Feinstein (D-Calif.) and Pat Toomey (R-Pa.) pressed the leadership of the Environment and Public Works Committee on Thursday to consider legislation, S. 2385, to end the corn ethanol mandate in the
(Fusion Fuel Green/Electric Energy Online) Fusion Fuel Green plc (NASDAQ: HTOO), an emerging leader in the green hydrogen sector, announced today (Feb 22) that it has entered into an agreement with KEME Energy to install a green hydrogen production facility
by Meghan Sapp (Biofuels Digest) In Uruguay, El Observador reports that Alcoholes de Uruguay has sold 4,000 metric tons of canola-based biodiesel—10% of its annual production—for export to the European Union to Trafigura for $5 million following a bidding process and
(IBM) Worley (ASX: WOR), ABB (ABBN: SIX Swiss Ex) and IBM (NYSE: IBM) have signed a memorandum of understanding to collaborate on helping energy companies build and operate green hydrogen facilities more efficiently and at scale. The planned three-party collaboration aims to develop
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) National Renewable Energy Laboratory’sstudy looks at the impact of ethanol-blended fuel at various blending levels (10%, 15%, and 20% vol.) on “in-operation” vehicles built to differing emissions and manufacturing standards around the world – focusing
by Helena Tavares Kennedy (Biofuels Digest) This week reeks of fraternity parties with Mark Cuban and others giving a $1.7 million boost to a startup that aims to replace the iconic red Solo cup with a biobased polylactic acid version, a
by Rod Nickel, Liz Hampton and Nia Williams (Reuters) North American oil and gas pipeline companies are gearing up to compete for a budding market moving greenhouse gases to carbon capture and storage (CCS) projects - by building new pipelines to
by Larry Lee (Brownfield Ag News) Modern technology and practices are helping produce more with fewer inputs, and it’s not just in the farm field. Dave Sovereign with Golden Grain Energy in Iowa says ethanol production practices have advanced dramatically since the
by Larry Lee (Brownfield Ag News) The ethanol industry is working to expand further into the renewable jet fuel market. A panel of ethanol researchers and fuel producers told their colleagues and farmers the demand for sustainable aviation fuel or SAF is
byRon Kotrba (Biobased Diesel Daily) Dutch pension provider APG has become the latest member of SkyNRG’s Board Now program through a 10-year sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) commitment. SkyNRG’s Board Now program enables corporates to move beyond compensation and reduce their business-travel footprint
(GoodFuels/Biobased Diesel Daily) GoodFuels is expanding its activities into the Asia-Pacific region with the opening of a first office in Singapore. This new permanent presence in the region will enable GoodFuels to respond to the fast-growing global demand for its marine
(Biofuels International) Göteborg Energi and Siemens Energy have successfully run a gas turbine in the Rya CHP plant with liquid biofuel instead of natural gas using new technology. This opens up new opportunities for the conversion of Rya KVV, but
(Sigma Xi) The Student Research Showcase is an online science communication competitionin which students compete for awards and recognition of outstanding virtual research presentations. The competition is open to high school, undergraduate, and graduate students and most worldwide research disciplines are represented
(European Biogas Association/NGV Journal) Today, the natural gas price stands at €80, compared to €18 a year ago. Prices for next winter are expected to remain at a similarly high level, according to current estimations. While governments are struggling to
by Chen Ly (New Scientist) Bacteria have been modified to produce chemicals found in paint remover and hand sanitiser from carbon dioxide in the air, meaning they have negative emissions compared with traditional industrial methods -- Bacteria engineered to turn carbon dioxide
by Justine Calma (The Verge) The Biden administration says the US will ‘likely’ need controversial carbon capture tech to meet climate goals -- On Tuesday(February 15, 2022), the Biden administration issued new guidelines for federal agencies on how to assess proposals
by Ron Kotrba (Biobased Diesel Daily) Vertex Energy stated Feb. 22 that its wholly owned subsidiary Vertex Refining Alabama LLC has entered into a commitment letter with a syndicate of lenders for a $125 million loan the company expects to use
by Daniela Castim (Bio Market Insights) A significant and quick growth was seen in the use of biomethane as a transport fuel in Europe in 2020, according to a recent data report from NVGA (The Natural & Bio Gas Vehicle Association). As stated in the
by Olga Kuchment (Agri-Life Today) Texas A&M AgriLife study shows the annual crop can sequester atmospheric carbon dioxide -- The study, “Bioenergy sorghum’s deep roots: A key to sustainable biomass production on annual cropland,” was recently published in GCB Bioenergy. According to the
(Great Lakes Bioenergy Research Center) Biorefinery profitability scale with a carbon credit in cases of (A) no capture, (B) capture from fermentation, (C) capture from fermentation and biogas, and (E) full capture from fermentation and biogas, with exactly enough capture from
by Mary Riker (Great Lakes Bioenery Research Center) ... After I completed my Ph.D., I was looking for a lab where I could do further research in metabolic engineering and synthetic biology, and I found the Landick lab as a suitable
by Erin Voegele (Biomass Magazine) Velocys on Feb. 3 announced it has joined Zero Carbon Humber, a carbon capture, utilization and sequestration (CCUS) hub under development in northern England. Participation in ZCH will enable the production of carbon-negative sustainable aviation
(U.S. Department of Energy/Biomass Magazine) The U.S. Department of Energy Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy Bioenergy Technologies Office has released two new requests for information (RFIs) related to biomass conversion research and development and community organic waste programs. The
by Michael H. Levin (BioCycle Magazine) EPA’s "proposed adjudication" of 65 pending small-refiner exemption requests could deny virtually all such requests — now and in the future. -- ... In June 2021, the Supreme Court (reviewing a Tenth Circuit decision) ruled
(Lund University/Carbon Capture Magazine) A research team led by Lund University in Sweden has shown how solar power can convert carbon dioxide into fuel, by using advanced materials and ultra-fast laser spectroscopy. The breakthrough could be an important piece of the
by Erin Voegele (Biomass Magazine) CVR Energy has announced the renewable diesel conversion project at its Wynnewood, Oklahoma, refinery is nearly complete. In addition, the company’s board of directors has approved a plan to break out its renewable fuels business as
by Ron Kotrba (Biobased Diesel Daily) Platinum Crush LLC, a $350 million soybean-crush project under development in Buena Vista County, Iowa, is prepared to start moving dirt next month for its 38.5-million-bushel-per-year facility after receiving an award worth more than
by Scott Graham (A Greener Festival) ... Taking place from 20th – 26th Sept, this was the first tour to actually achieve the aspirational reductions of touring, with emissions reduced by 38% through using renewable fuel for trucks, plant-based meals, food waste reduction, energy
(Renewable Fuels Association) In his annual State of the Industry Address, Renewable Fuels Association President and CEO Geoff Cooper said that, while the U.S. ethanol industry has a long history of capitalizing on unique opportunities, the global quest to achieve net-zero carbon
by Larry Lee (Brownfield Ag News) ... And Davis (Kelly Davis with the Renewable Fuels Association) says she also looks forward to cost-effectively using more of the corn plant. “Second-generation ethanol is certainly possible. We certainly take the top half
by Larry Lee (Brownfield Ag News) ... Pablo Di Si is the Executive Chairman of Volkswagen Latin America in Brazil, and he tells Brownfield they’re trying to develop a new type of compact fuel cell. “We’re looking at R & D
(Process Worldwide) Versalis has begun the production of bioethanol at its Crescentino plant in Italy. The facility complies with the European legislation for the development of renewable energy RED II and makes use of the Proesa technology to produce sustainable
by Leslie Josephs (CNBC) Airbus will test hydrogen propulsion on an A380, its largest passenger plane. The manufacturer is working with engine maker CFM International, a joint venture of GE and France’s Safran. -- Airbus said it plans to test a
(Growth Energy) Following settlement discussions with Growth Energy, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) will file a notice in the Federal Register tomorrow seeking comment on a proposed judicial consent decree that would require EPA to finalize the 2021 and 2022 Renewable Volume
(U.S. Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition and Forestry) Today, U.S. Senators Debbie Stabenow (D-Mich.), Chairwoman of the Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition and Forestry, and Amy Klobuchar (D-Minn.) sent a letter to Secretary of Agriculture Tom Vilsack asking the administration to take a meaningful step
by Matthew Choi (Politico's Morning Energy) Geoff Cooper, head of the Renewable Fuels Association, said Tuesday that the trade group heard from EPA that it’s aiming to propose a rule for the future of the Renewable Fuel Standard by late
(Mazda) Mazda Motor Corporation will compete in the endurance race series called Super Taikyu Series 2022, with two vehicles, Mazda2 Bio concept and Mazda Roadster (Mazda MX-5). By participating in the race with a vehicle that runs on next-generation biodiesel
by Ariana Fine (North American Wind Power) Apex Clean Energy LLC; funds managed by the Infrastructure and Power strategy of Ares Management Corp.; EPIC Midstream Holdings LP; and the Port of Corpus Christi Authority (PCCA) have entered into a nonbinding memorandum of understanding (MOU) to
(ENG/Access Wire) ENG (NASDAQ:ENG), a leading provider of innovative, project delivery solutions for the energy industry, today announced it has been selected by a confidential client to provide engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) services for a renewable fuels plant designed to produce
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) Converting low-value biomass to bio-crude oil upgradable to advanced biofuels and chemicals at existing refineries via hydrofaction is hot. Find out how Steeper Energy is using hydrofaction for advanced biofuels in cost-effective ways and at
by William Echt and David Jackson (Merichem Company/Biofuels Digest) ... One of the challenges for new processing technologies is the co-production of carbon dioxide (CO2) and maintaining active catalyst in the reaction system. A small amount of sulfur, usually in the
by Julia Bayly (Bangor Daily News) ... The 2018 farm bill may have legalized hemp production, but it’s going to take language in the 2023 farm bill to remove lingering red tape regulating the crop. Those regulations stem from laws governing production of marijuana
by Alan Guebert (The Hawk Eye) ... However, in an interview for an episode of the podcast “Corn Save America,” Jeremy Martin, the director of fuels policy at UCS (Union of Concerned Scientists), suggests ethanol and other “biofuels” may claim a
by Chintu Das (Krishi Jagran) Last week, agro co-op giant NAFED inked an MoU with Indian Oil Corporation (IOC) in order to increase biofuel production in the country in order to reduce carbon emissions, among other things. The event was attended by senior officials from
(Advanced Biofuels Association/Biomass Magazine) The Advanced Biofuels Association (ABFA), the leading voice of energy innovators working to decarbonize transportation fuel, released comments calling on the U.S. EPA to restore regulatory certainty in their proposed renewable volume obligation (RVO) under the Renewable Fuel Standard. ABFA's comments
(Curaçao Chronicle) The American company Steamboat Fuels has chosen Curaçao because of the strategic location of the island and the 'availability of workers with experience in the processing industry'. The company has plans for a factory near Bullen Bay where
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) Excellent performance in a year of major scheduled maintenance shutdowns and high input costs is a good way to sum up 2021 for Neste. See how their renewable products segment did, what the feedstock market
(Renewable Fuels Association) The Renewable Fuels Association released its 2022 Ethanol Industry Outlook and Pocket Guide today during the 27th annual National Ethanol Conference in New Orleans. The annual publications and conference all share a common theme: Zeroing in on New Opportunities. “Today’s
(Renewable Fuels Association) In 2021, the U.S. ethanol industry “recovered substantially” from pandemic conditions, with ethanol and gasoline use approaching pre-COVID-19 levels in the second half of the year, according to an analysis of the industry’s contribution to the United States economy, conducted
by (Julius Schaaf) Omaha World-Herald) ... Almost every business sector has green initiatives being put forward by industry leaders to tackle the changing environment. Lowering carbon emissions is a noble cause and one that would have a tremendous impact on
by Erin Voegele (Ethanol Producer Magazine) The U.S. EPA is seeking nominations for scientific experts to serve on an external expert panel to peer review the agency’s third triennial report to congress on biofuels and the environment. The agency is required to
(Vertimass/PRNewswire) Vertimass and World Energy announced today a Memorandum of Understanding to collaborate on the development and application of Vertimass Technologies to produce renewable fuels, including sustainable aviation fuel (SAF). World Energy is exploring integrating Vertimass' proprietary alcohol to renewable fuel technologies for the
Now in its 8th year, NoCo Hemp Expo, produced by the Colorado Hemp Company, is the world’s most comprehensive hemp exposition and trade show. NoCo has been built upon the fundamental pillars of sustainability: economic, environmental and social. The platform
Global Hemp Association is proud to present the WAFBA Awards of Excellence at NoCo8. We recognize the accomplishments and hard work of so many people within the hemp industry. Those efforts have not gone unnoticed. We are asking you to participate
by Elena Schmidt and Nicola Noponen (RSB/Biofuels Digest) The urgent move away from fossil resources means that biomass use will be heavily incentivised for the use in fuel, energy and material supply chains and this presents serious sustainability risks which must
(Renewable Fuels Association) Following a pledge by members of the Renewable Fuels Association to achieve net-zero carbon emissions, on average, by 2050 or sooner, a new report released today shows that new and emerging technologies and practices could help the industry achieve this
by Maxine Joselow (Washington Post) A recent court ruling that bars the Biden administration from accounting for the real-world costs of climate change has created temporary chaos at federal agencies, upending everything from planned oil and gas lease sales to infrastructure
(National Black Farmers Association) Welcome to the Next Generation Black and Hispanic Farmers (NGBHF) Scholarship program administered by the National Black Farmers Association (NBFA). We recognize and respect your desire for privacy. This application requires the submission of personal information to the
(European Commission CORDIS) The EU-funded ITAKA project has provided a pioneering jet biofuel that will be used at Oslo’s principal international airport, a first for commercial aviation. -- The jet biofuel was launched during a public event on 22 January,
The COVID-19 pandemic upended the farm to fork supply chain in numerous, unprecedented ways; causing tremendous price volatility and disruptions in food production, processing and distribution. But throughout this economic rollercoaster, the federal government offered a lifeline: A mix of billions in federal payments, food
The 2022 Algae Biomass Summit will once again be a virtual conference, to be held October 3-28, 2022. We are continuing the virtual format to maximize global participation in this important event, and to leverage the online collaboration tools that
We look forward to bringing together a meticulously curated audience of top social impact leaders from around the world for an exciting two-days filled with top-tier programming, discussions, debates and unique VIP networking opportunities. . Social Innovation Summit (SIS) continues to plan
The 2022 Planet Forward Summit will bring together some of the most accomplished advocates, experts, students, and storytellers. They'll provide unique insight on the innovations we need and the narratives we can use to prompt action. One of our heroes, Tom Lovejoy — the
Ecostrat is hosting an educational webinar that will take a deep dive into the recent study, Recyclable Organic Feedstock Supply Assessment, commissioned by The Atmospheric Fund (TAF). To view the full report, please visit: https://taf.ca/publications/recyclable-organic-feedstock-supply-assessment/ The study will be presented by
by Helena Tavares Kennedy (Biofuels Digest) In South Dakota, the American Coalition of Ethanol said a report released recently in the Proceedings of the National Academy of the Sciences by Tyler Lark and others brought to life several misrepresentations of the environmental outcomes
by Fungmin Eric Liew, Robert Nogle, Tanus Abdalla, et al. (Nature Biotechnology) Many industrial chemicals that are produced from fossil resources could be manufactured more sustainably through fermentation. Here we describe the development of a carbon-negative fermentation route to producing
(European Biogas Association) • Rapid scale up needed to achieve a biomethane production of at least 34 bcm before 2030. Clear political support will give investors confidence to support biomethane deployment. Biomethane produced in Europe is right now 30% cheaper
by Felix Reeves (Express) Motorsport events could help biofuels and sustainable fuels evolve for further use in general settings, including all petrol cars in the UK. -- Bespoke fuels could be used as a direct replacement for unleaded petrol in almost any
(FuelCell Energy) Project awarded $6.8M to join forces with network to deliver the only technology available to decarbonize oil and gas industry operations while producing power -- FuelCell Energy, Inc. (Nasdaq: FCEL) -- a global leader in decarbonizing power and producing
The transition to a circular economy requires a host of new solutions to address gaps in the plastics value chain - from improving data and digitalization in waste management, to improving the economic viability of recycling solutions. The Alliance to End
(Renewable Energy Group) Bunker Holding Group, the world’s largest supplier and trader of marine fuels, and Renewable Energy Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: REGI) (REG), a leading global producer and supplier of renewable fuels, have entered into a strategic global collaboration agreement
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) Who’s hot, what are they building, where, how and with whom? Where’s your opportunity in the bioeconomy boom? If you missed last week’s ABLC CONNECT, check out these slides highlighting the 50 hottest projects in
by Helena Tavares Kennedy (Biofuels Digest) Just in the last few days, it’s been all about low carbon, lower carbon, net-zero carbon – and all of it from waste. Virgin Group and Agilyx’s strategic partnership to produce lower carbon fuel from
(Renewable Energy Group/Business Wire) Renewable Energy Group, Inc. (REG) (NASDAQ: REGI) will install a state-of-the-art pretreatment facility in Germany, enabling the company to refine some of the lowest carbon intensity, hardest to convert waste fats and oils for bio-based diesel production.
by Todd Neeley (DTN Progressive Farmer) Biodiesel producers using soybean oil as a feedstock had what one agriculture economist called a "devastating year" in 2021, as the unprecedented high cost of soybean oil far outweighed all-time-high biodiesel prices of $6.42 a
by Scott Richman (Renewable Fuels Association) Gasoline prices are high—up 50% in 2021 and rising further this year, with California prices reaching record levels—but what’s worse is that they might go even higher, given the distinct possibility of a Russian invasion of Ukraine and
by Matthew Choi (Politico's Morning Energy) The White House Council on Environmental Quality is unveiling its draft Justice40 screener today, outlining what communities are considered disadvantaged and eligible to be prioritized for environmental justice benefits. The screener's methodology takes into
by Matthew Choi (Politico's Morning Energy) FERC voted on party lines Thursday to include environmental considerations when approving pipeline permits, fulfilling the aspirations of Chair Rich Glick over the objections of Republican commissioners and lawmakers. The commission will now look at
(Tank Storage) Vopak and Shell have begun a long-term co-operation deal under which Vopak will store and supply feedstocks for Shell’s biorefinery in Rotterdam, the Netherlands, from its Vlaardingen terminal. Shell’s 820,000 tpa biorefinery at the Shell Energy and Chemicals Park Rotterdam will produce
(Acrofan/Business Wire/Green Fuels) The State of Louisiana continues its commitment to the world’s most deeply carbon-negative renewable diesel fuel project -- Strategic Biofuels, the leader in developing negative carbon footprint renewable fuels plants, announced today that Louisiana Governor John Bel Edwards
(Safe Bulkers) Safe Bulkers Inc. (the “Company”) (NYSE: SB), an international provider of marine dry-bulk transportation services announced that in the framework of several environmental initiatives targeting to reduce its carbon footprint, it is assessing the use of biofuels as
(Morning Star/Access Wire) Vertex Energy, Inc. (NASDAQ:VTNR) ("Vertex Energy", "Vertex" or the "Company"), a leading specialty refiner and marketer of high-quality refined products, today announced that it has entered into a 5-year product supply agreement with Idemitsu Apollo Renewable Corporation ("Idemitsu"), a
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) ... Big players with access to affordable capital, too — making the limiting barriers more about affordable feedstock and a drive to squeeze every point out of the Carbon Intensity by strategic siting of projects. Netse and
(Center for Seafood Solutions at Bigelow Laboratory) Discuss topics relating to seagrass and seaweed research in your region. About this event Facilitated by USDA’s Agricultural Research Service and the Center for Seafood Solutions at Bigelow Laboratory for Ocean Sciences, this working group
(Aqualia/FCC Medioambiente/NGV Journal) The ECLOSION project will develop new materials, technologies and processes for the generation, storage, transport and use in different applications, including vehicle fuel, of renewable hydrogen and biomethane, obtained from bio-waste (urban, agri-food, wastewater and sewage sludge). The consortium,
(Shell Netherlands/NGV Journal) Shell bio-LNG is available as a road transport fuel in the Netherlands from February 15, as a blend with regular LNG. Hereby Shell becomes the first in the country to offer bio-LNG to all of its customers. After
(Shell) Shell announced today that it has become the first supplier of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) to customers in Singapore. -- Shell has also completed the upgrading of its facility in Singapore which will enable blending of SAF in Singapore. SAF
(Virgin Atlantic) Virgin Atlantic Limited and Neste Oyi are pleased to announce the UK supply of 2.5 million litres/2,000 metric tonnes of neat Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF), which will be delivered in the first half of 2022 to London Heathrow. The
by Alyssa Sporrer (Freight Waves) DHL Global Forwarding, an air and ocean freight division of Deutsche Post DHL Group, on Tuesday signed a three-year agreement with Air France KLM Martinair Cargo (AFKLMP) for the purchase of 33 million liters of sustainable
(U.S. Department of Energy) Supported by the U.S. Department of Energy Bioenergy Technologies Office, the National Renewable Energy Laboratory is striving to bring more low- and zero-net-carbon sustainable aviation fuel to the market. The equivalent of 30,000 Olympic-sized swimming pools—that’s how
by Erin Blakemore (Washington Post) ... In new experiments with carbon mineralization — the process of removing carbon dioxide from the air and storing it in rocks — researchers at Columbia University are learning more about the technique’s viability. And
(University of Maryland Eastern Shore) AgDiscovery is a unique opportunity for students to explore agricultural sciences and gain knowledge about careers in animal and plant disciplines, wildlife management, veterinary medicine, biotechnology, entomology, food safety, food production, agribusiness, forestry, and much
Perhaps you - or someone you know - might wish to volunteer at ABLC 2022, March 16-18 at the Mayflower Hotel, Washington, DC. Typically, volunteers are students, post-docs, job-seekers, people with emerging companies or non-profit sector supporters. All our volunteers receive a
(Renewables Now) Gas distribution utility Southern California Gas Co (SoCalGas) plans to build for the Los Angeles region what it says would be the nation’s largest green hydrogen energy infrastructure system. The project named Angeles Link is currently in its initial stage
(Enerkem/Le Lezard) Funding of +CDN$ 5.5M awarded to the team to bring to market its solution to produce low-carbon fuel for the heavy transportation sector -- Enerkem, a world leader in the production of biofuels from waste materials, is proud
(Neste) Neste and ITOCHU Corporation have expanded their partnership to grow the availability of sustainable aviation fuel (‘SAF’) in Japan. In the expanded partnership, ITOCHU acts as the branded distributor of Neste MY Sustainable Aviation Fuel™ in Japan making Neste MY Sustainable Aviation
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) Stora Enso’s Annual Report 2021 runs at 198 pages full of financials, reflections on 2021, their business strategy, 5 key innovations they developed in 2021, and more. But don’t worry. READ MORE
by Rhiannon Branch (Brownfield Ag News) ... Mark Wilson, Chairman of the Illinois Corn Marketing Board, tells Brownfield their prime target is our neighbor to the north. “Look at Canada, right next door to us. They are trying to get up to
by Helena Tavares Kennedy (Biofuels Digest) It was a big week for biobased fashion news with mushroom yoga bags made from Bolt Threads for high-end athleisure brand Lululemon, Hugo Boss investing in cellulosic fiber technology, and the creation of a new
(Norwegian) Norwegian has entered into a collaboration agreement with Neste, the world’s leading producer of sustainable aviation fuels (SAF). Norwegian’s corporate customers can now reduce their CO2 emissions from business travel by up to 80 per cent through sustainable aviation
(Diamondo Earthrounding) The Diamondo Earthrounding Flight Crew were able to both visit (on the ground) and overfly - on their way to Muscat (OOMS) - the 2nd sustainable initiative on the #flydiamondo route around the world: the Mohammed bin Rashid
(AgLaunch) The AgLaunch Summer Internship Program is a 4-week immersive program in Memphis, Tenn. that includes a stipend and free housing, and encourages exploration and early exposure to AgTech career paths and entrepreneurship opportunities. Memphis-based non-profit AgLaunch has opened the application
Greater Washington Region Clean Cities Coalition Renewable Natural Gas Virtual Workshop includes and overview and updates. Panelists Jeffrey Clarke, NGVAmerica Marianne Mintz, Argonne National Laboratory Robert Taylor, WSSC Antoine M. Thompson, Moderator, GWRCCC READ MORE
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) Here’s a look at how Renewable Energy Group’s biobased diesel compares to petroleum-diesel, their work with GoodFuels in marine shipping and Ruan in trucking, their planned expansions and additional capacity for renewable diesel, where they
bby Andrew Laidley (Jamaica Observer) As gas prices soar to record highs, discussions around the possibility of domestic sugar cane ethanol production is being revived. Sugar cane ethanol is an alcohol-based fuel produced by the fermentation of sugar cane juice and
(Aemetis) India biodiesel plant adds pre-treatment facility to convert crude tallow into refined tallow for biodiesel production and export of feedstock to California -- Aemetis, Inc. (NASDAQ: AMTX), a renewable fuels company focused on negative carbon intensity products, announced today that the
by Matthew Choi (Politico's Morning Energy) The fallout has started arriving following last week's court order blocking the Biden administration from using its social cost of carbon metric in rulemakings. The conservative Competitive Enterprise Institute on Tuesday sent a letter asking EPA
by Arianna Skibell (E&E News) The Biden administration is preparing to reinstate California’s authority to set auto emissions rules that are more stringent than federal standards, taking a major step toward cutting transportation-related climate pollution and continuing to chip away at
by Chris Clayton (DTN Progressive Farmer) ... An Iowa state senator's bill would take away the companies' ability to use eminent domain. The bill introduced by state Sen. Jeff Taylor, a Republican from northwest Iowa, would limit the use of eminent
(Renewable Fuels Association) Enacted in 2005 and expanded in 2007, the Renewable Fuels Standard has been a “resounding success” by any measure, the Renewable Fuels Association told the Senate Committee on Environment and Public Works in testimony submitted today ahead of a hearing
(Cummins/Business Wire) Global power leader Cummins Inc. (NYSE: CMI) announced today that it is expanding its industry-leading powertrain platforms, leveraging a range of lower carbon fuel types. As the industry’s first unified, fuel-agnostic engines, these platforms will use engine blocks
(Bioenergy Insightl) Finnish sugar company Sucros Oy will switch from using heavy fuel oil and coal to LNG and liquefied biogas (LBG) at its sugar beet factory in Säkylä. Supplied by Gasum, the fuel will help Sucros, part of Nordzucker,
(Biofuels International) Brazilian biogas firm Geo Biogás & Tech and sugar and ethanol company UISA will build a biogas plant in the state of Mato Grosso. The project - in its initial phase - will generate electricity, biomethane and biofertiliser
by Jorja Siemons (Medill News Service/Planet Forward) Clean hydrogen fuel’s versatility and flexibility makes it foundational to a clean energy transition, experts told lawmakers, including clean hydrogen enthusiast Joe Manchin, at a Senate Committee on Energy & Natural Resources hearing
On February 17, 2022 at 3 p.m. ET an informational webinar will be held in which participants can hear about the objectives and requirements of the funding announcement opportunity (FOA), "Carbon Utilization Technology: Improving Efficient Systems for Algae." U.S. Department
(US. Gain/NGV Journal) U.S. Gain® announced its renewable natural gas supply will be used as a feedstock into hydrogen production, enabling a greener fueling solution for the California transportation market. Hydrogen producers are quickly learning the importance of feedstock selection in
(Green Energy Biofuel/EIN Presswire) With Green Energy Biofuel, food companies that pay to landfill waste can turn cost centers into revenue streams and satisfy investors by going—and making—green. -- Despite ESG goals and investor pressure to go green, some of the
by Stephanie Kelly and Jarrett Renshaw (Reuters) Biofuel producers will urge U.S. Congressional leaders on Tuesday to change the methodology used in the Build Back Better Act to account for life-cycle emissions in the production of lower-carbon aviation fuel. Makers of sustainable
by Enrique González (European Waste-based and Advanced Biofuels Association) The year 2022 has started with a situation of uncertainty and difficulty that can cause great damage to the biodiesel industry in Spain. There are a series of threats that will drastically reduce production
(U.S. Department of Agriculture Agricultural Research Service) Sweet sorghum is best known for the amber-colored syrup that's made from its juices. Now, this hardy member of the grass family could also be tapped as a "home-grown" resource for making a renewable
(BOE Report/PR Newswire) Clean fuels, such as advanced biofuels and hydrogen, play an essential role in contributing to Canada’s plan to reach net zero by 2050. Recognizing the unique opportunities that clean fuels present for Indigenous businesses and communities, the Government
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) In part 2 of the Great Plains Institute’s just published Atlas of Carbon and Hydrogen Hubs, we look at where these 14 key carbon and hydrogen hubs are in the U.S., how can they offer
by Rebecca White, Lieve Laurens, Nate Kommers (Algae Biomass Organization/Biofuels Diges) Among the dozens of policy innovations that Congress must consider in climate change legislation is a tool that could help trigger the next stage in decarbonizing one of the most
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) A Digest editorial “U.S. exports limit price increases and help check disruptive behavior by the likes of Russia and Iran,” says the headline in the Wall Street Journal this evening, from a new column by Dan Yergin. “The shock absorber
(Bank of America/Biobased Diesel Daily) Bank of America announced Feb. 11 that it will support the production and use of 1 billion gallons of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) by 2030. The company will support these efforts through financing, investment, capital markets
by Ron Kotrba (Biobased Diesel Daily) The Advanced Biofuels Association (ABFA) released comments it submitted to U.S. EPA on the proposed Renewable Fuel Standard rule. The comments support a higher standard for the advanced biofuel (D5) pool, referencing data on available
by Ron Kotrba (Biobased Diesel Daily) Mitsui O.S.K. Lines Ltd. announced Feb. 9 that the bunkering vessel Techno Star, owned and operated by its group company MOL Techno-Trade Ltd., has been successfully operated using biodiesel fuel supplied by Aburatou Shoji K.K. The
(Biobased Diesel Daily) South Dakota Soybean Processors LLC announced plans Feb. 9 to construct a multi-seed processing plant near Mitchell, South Dakota. The plant will have the capacity to process 35 million bushels of soybeans annually, or the equivalent 1 million
(Renewable Energy Group) Increased lubricity. Higher Cetane. Fewer diesel particulate filter problems. These are some of the performance advantages biodiesel can give fleets over ULSD. Take a look inside a diesel engine to see for yourself how biodiesel helps reduce
(Aero News Network) Carbon Neutrality Available for FBOs, Operators, as Credits for Purchase -- Taking a page from competitor Shell Aviation, Phillips 66 has unveiled its own carbon offset program for FBOs and flight operators. A partnership with 4Air has opened up
The Youth Climate Justice Summit is a day of youth action, learning, and a chance to directly participate in government. Join workshops led by youth and partners in the movement for climate justice. Meet with legislators to talk with them about
by Maia Schifman (The Blake School/Climate Generation) .. Climate change is like that essay you’ve been procrastinating. It was assigned weeks before it was due, but you had other homework due sooner, so you put it off. You put it
(U.S. Grains Council) U.S. Grains Council (USGC) Director of Global Ethanol Market Development Brian Healy and Juan Sebastian Diaz, Latin America regional ethanol consultant, visited Colombia this past week to discuss the current state of the Colombian ethanol market with government
by Matthew Choi (Politico's Morning Energy) The Climate Leadership Council, a GOP-backed group supporting a carbon tax, is launching a new research center to explore how the U.S. could impose a border carbon adjustment or other policy to punish imports
(USA BioEnergy) USA BioEnergy receives over $150M in State and Local incentives to develop an advanced biorefinery in Newton County, Texas -- USA BioEnergy through its subsidiary, Texas Renewable Fuels (TRF), is pleased to announce the development of an advanced biorefinery
by Geoff Cooper (Renewable Fuels Association) A new report published today (February 14, 2022) in the Proceedings of the National Academy of the Sciences, funded in part by the National Wildlife Federation, purports to examine the “environmental outcomes” of the Renewable
(Singapore Airlines) The Civil Aviation Authority of Singapore (CAAS), Singapore Airlines (SIA), and Singapore-headquartered global investment company Temasek have selected ExxonMobil as the vendor to supply and deliver sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) as part of a pilot on the use
(Government of Castilla-La Mancha/NGV Journal) The Minister of Sustainable Development José Luis Escudero visited, together with the president of the Toledo Provincial Council Álvaro Gutierrez, the construction works of the composting plant for bio-waste treatment of the Ecopark of the Environmental
Please join the Environmental Policy & Culture Program at Northwestern University and the Institute for Carbon Removal Law and Policy for this webinar on direct air capture facility development in the United States. As the United States explores the potential for
by Jeff Overton (Environmental and Energy Study Institute) During transportation day at COPO26, the focus for the aviation sector was setting targets and commitments for aviation emissions reduction, as well as the announcement of plans and strategies for lowering aviation’s climate impact.
by Jeff Overton (Environmental and Energy Study Institute) ... Demand for SAF exceeds supply so the major U.S. carriers are reaching offtake agreements, or contracts, with suppliers to secure varying amounts of SAF throughout this decade. This third article in the
by Jeff Overton (Environmental and Energy Study Institute) ... The Biden-Harris Administration and Congress are focusing on expanding the use of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) through multi-agency coordination to reduce climate emissions from aviation.... ... On September 9, 2021, the Biden-Harris Administration
by Jeff Overton (Environmental and Energy Study Institute) ... Aviation is a difficult sector to decarbonize. The enormous energy required to fly a heavy aircraft long distances takes an energy dense power source that liquid hydrocarbon fuel provides. Battery technology for
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