Join New Energy Risk and Ecostrat for an informational webinar introducing Feedstock Supply Insurance (FSI) — how it can de-risk your project, unlock capital, and accelerate financing. Learn the key terms, structure, and strategies to make biomass projects bankable. Unlocking Biobased Project
(Clean Fuels Alliance America) Clean Fuels Alliance America thanked 49 Senators and Representatives who signed a letter to EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin, urging him to finalize the 2026-2027 RFS rule as quickly as possible and calling for “reallocation of 100% of
David LaGreca, Dave Lindenmuth, Lisa Hanke are back with Carbon Counts, an informational series exploring how guidance from the Greenhouse Gas Protocol, state and local jurisdictions, and evolving consumer expectations are redefining transparency in emissions accounting. Speakers (3) Dave Lindenmuth Sr. Director, Growth
(EcoEngineers) Join us for an educational webinar introducing Eco Engineers’ expertise in European carbon markets, both regulated (such as Europe’s Emissions Trading Scheme or ETS) and voluntary. The webinar will be held on Thursday, November 6, 2025, at 7 a.m. CST.
by Mark Saeys (Science Magazine) Discovered a hundred years ago, the Fischer-Tropsch synthesis (1) has recently been considered as a possible route to produce liquid fuels and chemical building blocks without the use of fossil sources. This chemical reaction converts syngas—a
by Christopher Surgenor (GreenAir) The UK government has opened another public consultation on the levy to fund the revenue certainty mechanism (RCM) it is setting up to help sustainable aviation fuel producers secure final investment decisions on their projects. The government’s preferred
(Agência FAPESP*) A study led by researchers from the Center for Innovation in New Energies (CINE) has shown that replacing water with glycerol – popularly known as glycerin – increases the efficiency of photoelectrochemical cells. These cells use sunlight as
(Argus Media) New assessments bring additional transparency to subsidised, grid-injected biomethane market in France -- Global energy and commodity price reporting agency Argus is launching the world’s first price assessments for French renewable gas guarantees of origin (RGGOs). The new prices,
(Fonds de Solidarité FTQ/CISION) A strategic partnership to advance the energy transition and the circular economy -- The Fonds de solidarité FTQ Bioénergie ("Fonds Bioénergie") announces a strategic partnership with Keridis BioEnergy, a Québec-based company specializing in the development, financing and operation
(Cultura Technologies/Globe Newswire) Cultura Technologies (“Cultura”) today (October 29, 2025) announced that its newly formed brand, CreditCrop, has joined the Clean Fuel Credit Consortium (CFCC), a multi-company collaboration with Verdova, Vericap, and JAG Group, Inc. The consortium aims to support clean-fuel credit generation and regulatory compliance across
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) The DORMA program focuses R&D on efficient utilization of renewable fuels, hydrogen, and e-fuels to achieve deep GHG emission cuts across multiple heavy-duty sectors. Technology accomplishments include demonstrating 95% ammonia substitution in marine engines, yielding an
(RCL) Regional Container Lines Public Company Limited (RCL) marked a significant milestone in its commitment to Sustainability and Alternative Fuel Solutions with the first-ever sailing using biofuel. On 19 October 2025, RCL’s vessel M.V. Piya Bhum, set sail for the first time on biofuel, B24-VLSFO (Bio
(Eni) Enilive, a company specializing in mobility products and services, announces that its marine HVO diesel biofuel, made from 100% renewable raw materials, is now available for direct delivery from the depot to ships via barge in the ports of Genoa
by Jim Kendrick (Biofuels Digest) In India, India Shipping News reports the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways launched India Maritime Week 2025 in Mumbai with new deals centered on green fuels and digital port systems. A key agreement with the
(International Chamber of Shipping) In light of recent developments, the Tripartite participating organisations reaffirmed their support to the International Maritime Organization (IMO) as the global regulator for international shipping, capable of delivering effective regulations in close collaboration with the maritime community. The
(Rolls-Royce) World first: first high-speed 100 percent methanol engine for ships successfully tested; Cooperation: Rolls-Royce, Woodward L’Orange and WTZ Roßlau are developing sustainable propulsion technology in the meOHmare research project; Green methanol: CO2-neutral, clean and safe marine fuel; Dual-fuel engines as a bridging technology
(ACT News) • NACFE’s Run on Less – Messy Middle highlights tangible progress across diesel, natural gas, electric, and hydrogen powertrains. Fleets face a growing range of clean technology choices, creating both opportunity and complexity. Renewable fuels and charging infrastructure remain critical constraints
)ACT News) • CARB filed suit against Daimler, Volvo, PACCAR, and Navistar for allegedly breaching the Clean Truck Partnership agreement. The 2023 deal required manufacturers to meet California’s zero-emission truck standards regardless of federal legal challenges. CARB seeks court enforcement of the agreement
(Energy.AgWired.com) The United States is on track to export a record amount of fuel ethanol for the second year in a row in 2025, driven by growing international demand. That demand was evident at the recent Global Ethanol Summit, hosted by the
(Texas Commission on Environmental Quality) The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) is now accepting applications under the Texas Emissions Reduction Plan’s (TERP) Alternative Fueling Facilities Program (AFFP) with $12 million in funding available to encourage the construction and reconstruction of
(Frontiers of Chemical Science and Engineering/Newswise) Researchers from Tianjin University have conducted a study entitled “Optimization design method for biofuel resilient supply chain considering node disruption impacts in a two-stage stochastic programming framework”. This study was published in Frontiers of Chemical Science & Engineering,
(OPAL Fuels) First-of-its-kind initiative to deliver RNG directly to South Jersey Gas customers -- SJI, an energy infrastructure holding company, and OPAL Fuels, a leader in the production, marketing, and distribution of renewable and compressed natural gas (RNG and CNG), celebrated the ribbon cutting of
(80 Mile PLC/PR Newswire) 80 Mile PLC ('80M' or the 'Company'), the AIM, FSE, and OTC listed exploration and development company, is proud to announce a series of major commercial developments at its Ferrandina biofuels facility in southern Italy, ("Ferrandina") underscoring the
(Honeywell) Honeywell (NASDAQ: HON) today (October 28, 2025) introduced a breakthrough technology that converts agricultural and forestry waste into ready-to-use renewable fuels for hard-to- abate sectors, such as the maritime industry. The technology produces lower-carbon marine fuel, gasoline and sustainable aviation
(PATRIZIA) PATRIZIA through its portfolio company Renergia has secured over EUR 70 million in new senior debt financing from UniCredit. Supports Italy’s energy transition through large-scale production of biomethane and bio-LNG from organic and agricultural waste Reinforces PATRIZIA’s long-term strategy to scale its
(Hydrocarbon Engineering) Chiyoda Corp. (Chiyoda) has announced that it has been awarded the Front End Engineering Design (FEED) contract for installing sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) production facilities in Taiyo Oil Co. Ltd (Taiyo Oil) Okinawa Operations, Japan. Taiyo Oil is aiming to
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) This project links the POLARIS, GTT, and TEMPO national modeling tools to assess the national impacts of community-level, convenience-focused decarbonization strategies. This strategic connection extends high-fidelity regional analysis to the nationwide county level. The resulting quantitative
by Sean Captain (Fast Company) LanzaJet aims to power planes without petroleum. Its first plant got caught up in politics—forcing a sudden retooling before it can begin producing sustainable aviation fuel. A first-of-its-kind refinery has been in the works for a decade
(Renewable Fuels Association) The Renewable Fuels Foundation is now offering scholarships for college students interested in attending the 2026 National Ethanol Conference, taking place in Orlando Feb. 24–26. Members of RFA’s Young Professionals Network are also eligible for consideration. The foundation
(AInvest) Exxon Mobil Corp. warns that all UK oil refineries may close due to increasing carbon costs, citing the nation's biggest oil-processing plant, Fawley refinery. Two UK refineries have already closed this year. Exxon Chairman Paul Greenwood urges the UK to
by Todd Hubbs and Scott Irwin (Oklahoma State University and Iowa State Unversity/farmdoc daily) The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has been extraordinarily active on the Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS) front over the summer and early fall of 2025. Since June,
“Ethanol is the pathway now toward a low carbon future and the key to energy transition. If you look at low-carbon, scalable, affordable fuels, ethanol is the only game in town.” -- Ernest Moniz, EFI Foundation and former US Secretary of Energy,
by Becky Schultz (Power Progress) Kawasaki Engines showed its Geotorq gasoline engine line publicly for the first time at Equip Expo 2025 in Louisville, Ky. A ground up design, the engine was designed and developed specifically for industrial and agricultural applications
by Jared White (Brownfield Ag News) The chairman of the U.S. Grains & Bioproducts Council says the ethanol export outlook is positive. “We see that as having the fastest, biggest potential of moving corn.” Mark Wilson, who farms in northern Illinois, says several
by Daniel Desrochers (Politico Pro E&E News) The vote comes while the president is in Asia touting his trade agenda -- The Senate once again rebuked President Donald Trump on tariffs, a vote that comes as the president is in Asia touting tariffs
by Sam A. Rushing (Advanced Cryogenics) At one time, from a few primary sources of raw by-product CO2 which are refined and liquefied for the merchant CO2 industry, the primary source of commodity chemical manufactured with a CO2 by-product was anhydrous ammonia.
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) Comedy, Chemistry, and the Art of Realism at ABLC -- “There is a beautiful valley, where companies live on hype, all you need is a dream and a Series A. This…is not that place.” ... This is the bioeconomy’s
(DNV) In a time of regulatory uncertainty and evolving fuel options, shipowners like Great Eastern Shipping are taking a pragmatic route to decarbonization by focusing on flexible fleet upgrades and operational efficiencies while supporting Indian ports and government construction of a
(Arcadia dFuels) Hitachi Energy and Arcadia eFuels have signed an agreement to provide the complete electrical infrastructure for Arcadia eFuels’ upcoming production facility in Vordingborg, Denmark. The plant, being one of the world’s first large scale eSAF facilities, will operate entirely
(BBVA) BBVA is the first financial institution to join Iberia’s Círculo SAF, a community dedicated to supporting the development of the sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) industry and promoting lower emissions into the atmosphere. -- This alliance, which also includes Telefónica, Repsol and
(ATABA Energy/Business Wire) Arcadia eFuels announces they have signed a Memorandum of Understanding with ATOBA Energy to supply neat synthetic sustainable aviation fuel commonly referred to as eSAF. The agreement outlines that ATOBA would procure up to 150,000 tonnes of eSAF
(International Bunker Industry Association) IBIA – the International Bunker Industry Association, is evolving to effectively support shipping’s energy transition. As the industry transitions to low and zero carbon fuels such as biofuels, LNG, methanol, and ammonia, IBIA is expanding its membership
(European Union Aviation Safety Agency) The European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) published the first ReFuelEU Aviation Annual Technical Report, laying out the initial picture of how Sustainable Aviation Fuels (SAF) are being supplied, purchased and used across the European Union (EU). The
(Neste) Neste and United Airlines have expanded their existing partnership to supply sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) to three new major airports in the United States. The new agreement makes United the first commercial airline to purchase SAF for use on flights
by Erin Krueger (Ethanol Producer Magazine) The National Farmer Union is urging the White House and congressional leadership to dedicate resources toward expanding use of ethanol, biodiesel and sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) as part of any effort to provide assistance to
by Erin Krueger (Ethanol Producer Magazine) Valero Energy Corp. on Oct. 23 released third quarter results, reporting a profitable three-month period for its ethanol segment on record high production. Valero’s renewable diesel segment, which also includes sustainable aviation fuel (SAF), reported
(Bioenergy International) A new IIASA-led study has for the first time mapped safe areas that can practically be used for underground carbon dioxide storage, and estimates that using them all would reduce warming by only 0.7°C. The result is almost ten
by Sune Tjalfe Thomsen (University of Copenhagen/IEA Bioenergy Task 39 Biofuel News) • Renewable energy covers nearly half of Denmark’s gross energy use, with biomass still the largest contributor. • Biogas production has tripled since 2016 and now supplies almost 50% of national
by Tomas Ekbom (SVEBIO/IEA Bioenergy Task 39 Biofuel News) Heavy-duty transportation is a hard-to-electrify sector that has not received the needed attention considering their contribution to emissions. The P3 project will further investigate the potential of HVO as an additional source of
by Nicolaus Dahmen (KIT/IEA Bioenergy Task 39 Biofuel News) During biofuel production, carbon and the utilization of fossil-based energy often limit the full potential of GHG emission reduction. By integrating renewable energy and maximizing the carbon utilization favorable advantages in terms
by Tomas Ekbom (IEA Bioenergy TCP Task 39) There has been a significant cost reduction in recent years in renewable energy, as shown in the World Energy Investment report by the IEA. With 90% of new renewable projects being more cost-effective,
(Eni) Eni and the Bioenergy Association for Sustainable Development, affiliated with the Ministry of Environment of the Arab Republic of Egypt, signed in Cairo today (October 27, 2025) a cooperation agreement to prepare a comprehensive feasibility study for establishing biogas production
A continuing legal education (CLE) webinar featuring Ellen Peter, former Chief Counsel for the California Air Resources Board (CARB), and Ann E. Carlson, UCLA Shirley Shapiro Professor of Environmental Law and Faculty Director of the Emmett Institute on Climate Change
(Insigniam) Insigniam, a global consulting firm specializing in organizational breakthrough, innovation, and transformation, and an Elixirr company, has partnered with KAAPA Ethanol, one of the United States’ leading ethanol producers, to drive its next phase of growth and build a unified culture across
by Ajsa Habibic (Offshore Energy) Maritime transportation company Brittany Ferries, in collaboration with marine fuels supplier Titan, has marked the first delivery of liquefied biomethane (LBM/bioLNG) to its electric-hybrid ship, Saint-Malo. -- The milestone operation took place during the ferry’s regular bunker call
Jang, C., Namoi, N., Lee, J.W., Becker, T., Rooney, W., Lee, D.K. ( Center for Advanced Bioenergy and Bioproducts Innovation) Data were collected from agronomy fields in Urbana and Ewing, IL, during the 2022 and 2023 growing seasons. The dataset includes dry
(Growth Energy) Growth Energy, the nation’s largest biofuel trade association, issued the following statement from CEO Emily Skor today in response to the U.S. Trade Representative’s (USTR) announcement of a Section 301 investigation into China’s implementation of its commitments under the
(ReFuels) ReFuels N.V., one of Europe’s leading suppliers of renewable biomethane (Bio-CNG) for decarbonisation of heavy goods vehicles (HGVs), announces that CNG Fuels has entered into a GBP 25 million five-year debt facility with funds managed by the Foresight Group. Together
(Calumet/PR Newswire) Montana Renewables (MRL), in collaboration with Calumet Montana Refining (CMR), has commissioned onsite blending and shipping facilities to offer a nominal 50/50 blend of renewable and fossil jet fuel certified under ASTM D7566 and ASTM D1655 specifications. This finished product
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) This project develops “Pathways to Net Zero Mobility” by creating computational models (e.g., Shared Automated Vehicle, SAV) to evaluate system-level impacts of decarbonization strategies across connectivity, electrification, and multimodal operations. Utilizing the POLARIS framework, the research
(Lloyd's Register) With momentum building behind nuclear as a zero-emission energy source, LR’s Fuel for Thought briefing during London International Shipping Week brought together key voices from across the industry to discuss how the sector can move from ambition to action. The
by Ajsa Habibic (Offshore Energy) Norwegian shipping company Aasen Shipping has taken delivery of a new hybrid methanol-ready self-discharging general cargo vessel, Aasvaer. -- Built by Royal Bodewes, the newbuild 9,400 dwat hybrid was handed over to the owner on October 17,
(HMM) HMM has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with four subsidiaries of Hanwha Group(Hanwha Power Systems, Hanwha Ocean, Hanwha Aerospace, Hanwha Systems) and Korean Register(KR) to jointly develop a next-generation zero-carbon propulsion system for ships. Under this collaboration, the partners aim
(Korea Maritime News) Construction of the world's first large ammonia-fueled bulk carrier (Newcastlemax class) is becoming visible. The vessels, ordered by Belgian shipping company CMB.TECH for its bulk carrier subsidiary Bocimar, are being built at Beihai Shipyard, a subsidiary of China
(Sohu (Google translation)) Singaporean shipowner Eastern Pacific Shipping (EPS) recently announced that it will convert 14 ammonia dual-fuel bulk carriers it ordered from Qingdao Beihai Shipyard to LNG dual-fuel power systems. According to foreign media reports, EPS confirmed that the vessels were
(China Classification Society (Google Translation)) China Classification Society (CCS) recently held a final review meeting in Wuhan for the "Research on Technical Standards for Ammonia Fueling Ships and Operations" project. The meeting reviewed the "Guidelines for Ammonia Fueling Ships" and the
(Seaspan) Ship-to-ship fueling operation in Long Beach demonstrates scalable, low-carbon marine fuel solution aligned with global climate goals -- In another landmark step toward maritime decarbonization, Anew Climate (Anew) and Seaspan Energy (Seaspan) have successfully completed their first ship-to-ship loading operation of
(Renewable Fuels Association) The Renewable Fuels Association congratulates member company Southwest Iowa Renewable Energy (SIRE), based in Council Bluffs, Iowa, on the production of its two-billionth gallon of ethanol. “Two billion gallons of ethanol production is an incredible milestone,” said RFA President and CEO
by Anastasya Lavenia Yudi (Tempo) Deputy Minister of Investment and Downstream Industry, Todotua Pasaribu, has announced that several companies are interested in building ethanol factories in Indonesia, including Japan-based auto manufacturer Toyota. This move is intended to support the use of 10 percent ethanol-blended fuels,
by Angeli Mehta ( Ethical Corporation Magazine/Reuters) Vote to delay agreed IMO climate plan means 100 ammonia and methanol projects now uncertain; Shipping GHG emissions could rise 50% by 2050 without action; IMO plan was expected to raise $11-12 billion annually for small island
by Coutney Flatt (Northwest Public Broadcasting) Washington regulators would like your thoughts on aviation fuel that could be made from things like oilseeds or greases. Sustainable aviation fuels are blended with conventional jet fuel. Right now, most of the ways to make
(Green COP) Collaboration Merges Green COP’s Waste-to-Fuel Technology With Chemtex’s Engineering Expertise, With YIT Bridging the Partnership to Advance Sustainable Fuels Worldwide -- Green COP, a Singapore-based technology enabler for sustainable fuels, has signed a collaboration agreement with Chemtex (Shanghai) Chemical Engineering,
Bio Innovations North America is THE event dedicated to driving the essential growth of industrial biomanufacturing in the Midwest and wider U.S., and securing America’s place at the forefront of global biomanufacturing. On 9-10 September 2026, over 500 industry leaders will connect in
by Tomisin Olujinmi (Hackster.io) Tagaddod collects and exports used cooking oil as biodiesel feedstock, cutting waste and emissions across Africa and the Middle East. -- ... Tagaddod is a renewable energy startup based in Egypt. Founded in 2013, it originated as a project
(Business Matters Magazine) As the UK strives to achieve net zero, the biofuel sector serves as a crucial foundation for sustainable growth. -- Fuel suppliers are required under the Renewable Transport Fuel Obligation (RTFO) to blend progressively larger amounts of low-carbon biofuels.
(Fortune (Addis)) Ethiopian Airlines is embarking on a potentially transformative shift in its fuel supply chain, targeting a five percent... READ MORE
ACI’s Future of RNG North America 2026 is an exclusive two-day conference dedicated to the economic stability and sustainable growth of the Renewable Natural Gas (RNG) industry. It will be taking place in Greater Houston, Texas on the 8th- 9th
(Biofuels International) BiofuelsPartners and EnergyPro have forged a new strategic partnership aimed at advancing the development of HVO (hydrotreated vegetable oil) and SAF (sustainable aviation fuel) trading within the EMEA market. This collaboration is an important step towards creating a more connected
by Ajsa Habibic (Offshore Energy) Norwegian energy giant Equinor and NG Nordic-owned Mana have formed an early-stage strategic partnership to explore the potential development of the Nordics’ first large-scale waste-to-methanol project at Mongstad complex, with the support of sustainable technology solutions
(Chiba University) High costs have long held back hydrogen production from water, with electrolyzers priced at $2,000–$2,600 per kilowatt in 2024. Now, researchers from Japan have found that modifying platinum cathodes with naturally occurring purine bases can boost the hydrogen evolution
(Plug Power) Plug Power Inc. (NASDAQ: PLUG), a global leader in comprehensive hydrogen solutions for the hydrogen economy, today announced a strategic partnership with Edgewood Renewables to support the development and construction of its advanced renewable fuel facility in North Las
(North American Renderers Association) The North American Renderers Association (NARA) today announced an updated estimate for the annual value of used cooking oil (UCO) theft in the United States, ranging from $300 million to $500 million. This revision is based on
by Hannah Spangler (Farm Week Now) During the spring 2023 session of the Illinois General Assembly, lawmakers introduced new legislation to establish a Clean Transportation Standard (CTS), a policy aimed at reducing the carbon intensity of transportation fuels used across
by y O. Kay Henderson (Radio Iowa) Tom Harkin — the Iowa Democrat who served in 40 years in the U.S. House and Senate — has had a change of heart about the ethanol industry. “For most of my time in the Senate,
(Lhyfe) • Green hydrogen producer and supplier Lhyfe plans to build production sites in Vaggeryd and Jordberga, supported by Sweden’s Klimatklivet fund. These 10 MW projects would become Sweden’s two largest green hydrogen production sites dedicated to the bulk* market. To complete this decisive
by Jim Giles (Trellis) Independent experts say the interest of Google and other prominent companies is well-founded, but buyers still need to watch out for low-quality projects. Annual issuances of methane credits have tripled since 2019. The credit class is attractive because many
(Acer EMEA/Ethanical Marketing News) Acer is set to achieve an ambitious goal in reducing CO₂ emissions in its supply chain, going from -274 tonnes in 2023 to a target of -2,470 tonnes by the end of 2025. This result will be achieved
by uyen (University of British Columbia Vacouver Campus) When 115,000 tonnes of food waste hit Surrey’s processing facility each year, an invisible army goes to work—billions of microbes convert everything from banana peels to leftover pizza into renewable natural gas (RNG).
(European Investment Bank) • EIB financing will help Meva Energy roll out and enhance modular, climate-neutral biogas plants across Europe. The project supports EU climate and energy security goals and advances next-generation bioeconomy technologies. Meva’s solutions provide manufacturing industries with a practical, on-site
(Australian Government Defence) Australia’s Pacific Support Vessel, ADV Reliant, has achieved a major milestone in strengthening the nations fuel resilience by refuelling with renewable diesel for the first time. While docked in Townsville, the vessel took on 130,000 litres of a 30 per
(Lantmännen Energi) Lantmännen Energi AB has entered into a preliminary agreement with ARP (Agencja Rozwoju Przemysłu) S.A. and the minority shareholders to acquire Ekobenz Sp. z o.o. (Ekobenz) in Poland. The acquisition extending and strengthening Lantmännen Energy’s position as a leader in
(Airbus) Airbus and the Cathay Group have announced a joint investment of up to US$70 million to accelerate the development of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) production in Asia and globally. -- Airbus and the Cathay Group have announced a joint investment of
(Euro Next) Charwood Energy (ISIN: FR001400AJ60, ticker: ALCWE), an innovative player in the energy transition offering energy solutions from biomass recovery, is today announcing the successful €1.5 million fundraising by its subsidiary Charwood Innovation on Lita.co, a leading sustainable investment platform. Adrien Haller,
(Umeå Energi) Umeå Energi and Liquid Wind have signed agreements that enable the construction of an electrofuel plant in Umeå. “This will be a technologically cutting-edge facility that will create benefits for the people of Umeå, but also for Sweden
by Yuthana Praiwan (Bangkok Post) Two SET-listed firms have made Thailand's first commercial sales of biofuel for ships, according to PTT Oil and Retail Business Plc (OR), the oil trade flagship of national oil and gas conglomerate, PTT Group. OR on Friday (October
by Haley Bickelhaupt (WQAD) A higher blend of biodiesel is catching the eye of a number of companies and the hopes of some farmers. Rob Shaffer grows soybeans in El Paso, Illinois. He said the biodiesel, B-99 or B-100, could boost demand
(Antara) Minister of Energy and Mineral Resources (ESDM) Bahlil Lahadalia conveyed that the renewable energy development collaboration between Indonesia and Brazil targets environmentally friendly ethanol-based biofuels. The collaboration was sealed in a Memorandum of Agreement (MoU) signing, witnessed by Indonesian President Prabowo
(XCF Global) • 15-year exclusive license to deploy XCF's modular, scalable renewable fuel platform across Australia, targeting development of three renewable fuel production facilities XCF to receive a 12.5% equity stake, licensing fees, and one board seat in New Rise Australia Formalizes the June 2025 Memorandum of Understanding
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) ... Keasling’s Mic Drop: Design for Scale, or Don’t Bother -- The crowd didn’t know who the “Secret Speaker” would be until he stepped onto the stage — but when Jay Keasling appeared, the room drew a collective
by Tyne Morgan (AgWeb) University of Minnesota soybean breeders are working to increase oil content in soybeans from around 22% to closer to 30%, a crop with higher oil that could cater to emerging demand. At the University of Minnesota, soybean breeders
by Joanne Ivancic* (Advanced Biofuels USA) Renewable fuels received increased attention in panel presentations and hallway conversations as a complement, rather than competitor, to electrification, at the Maryland Clean Energy Center’s two-day Summit last week and yesterday’s Greater Washington Region
(The AgriBiz) Together, they could lift corn ethanol output more than 50% in just two years, pushing supply from 8.2 billion liters in the 2024/25 crop year READ MORE Related articles Brazil’s corn ethanol boom is pushing global sugar prices lower (Bloomberg) Amaggi, Inpasa partner to build new
by Peter Johnson (electrek) Ford (F) has halted production of its electric pickup truck at the Rouge EV Center in Michigan following a fire at an aluminum supplier’s factory. The F-150 Lightning will remain on pause as Ford focuses on more profitable gas
(Global CCS Institute) On October 9 The Institute launched the 2025 Global Status of Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS) Report. This flagship report provided a compelling snapshot of the latest developments and breakthroughs in CCS over the past year, unveiling up-to-date data on projects in
by Chris Cioffi (Bloomberg Law) The biofuel credit created in the 2022 tax-and-climate law has broad bipartisan support. -- The Treasury Department should take swift action to finalize clean fuel production rules to address unresolved pieces of July’s GOP tax law for
(Salmonexpert News) The "Building the Road" project, developed with Transportes GLA, Lipigas, and the Andrés Bello University Transportation and Logistics Center, marks a milestone in the energy transition in aquaculture. -- Starting in November, Cermaq Chile will incorporate Bio-LNG, a fuel obtained
(ResourceWise) As discussions continue about a possible delay to the European Deforestation Regulation (EUDR), many US producers may think a few extra months might sound like welcome breathing room—but the reality is more complex. While policymakers debate enforcement timing, one thing is
by Margie McCarthy (Sustainable Energy Authority of Ireland) HVO can be part of our clean energy transition, but not for heating homes. -- As we race against time in our efforts to address climate change, Margie McCarthy, Director of Research and Policy
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Diges) This project optimizes drone deployment for microfreight using an improved optimization model (OMDD) that provides near-optimal fleet solutions in seconds (e.g., 0.01 seconds), greatly enhancing practicality. The public tools, including an Energy Calculator, support industry deployment
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) Today, the Digest is announcing that after 12 months of development, DigestAI has arrived and was demonstrated live on stage at ABLC Next in San Francisco. It’s a place where a researcher or investor can start with
(Global Center for Green Fuels) The Global Centre for Green Fuels (GCGF) has officially launched the Maritime Ethanol & Methanol Alliance (MEMA), a new global platform to coordinate and accelerate the adoption of ethanol and methanol as low-carbon marine fuels. Anchored in Singapore,
by Alex Nieves (Politico Pro Greenwire) State air quality officials want to bring new regulations for a vote in 2027, a year before the next presidential election. -- California air quality regulators said Tuesday that they plan to develop new vehicle emission
by Zack Coleman (Politico Pro) Secretaries Wright, Rollins, Lutnick and others personally called nations to scrap a vote on carbon emissions from global shipping. -- Energy Secretary Chris Wright and Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins said Wednesday they personally called countries to push
by Rusty Halvorson (U.S. Grains & BioProducts Council/KFGO) Attendees of the Global Ethanol Summit (GES) 2025 settled in for the first full day of programming Monday, which featured three keynote speakers, a panel and two flash talks focused on the day’s
Brazil’s bioenergy sector is entering a new growth phase, expanding beyond traditional ethanol and biodiesel to supply advanced fuels, power, and heat for multiple industries. The country is positioning itself as a key player in biomethane, Sustainable Aviation Fuels (SAF),
Science can inform policymaking through research, data, and expert analysis that guide decisions on public issues. Federal agencies, advisory committees, and non-governmental organizations like the National Academies provide evidence and recommendations to ensure policies are grounded in the best available
(Clean Fuels Alliance America) Today, Clean Fuels Alliance America wrote U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer, asking him to close a loophole in the administration’s Reciprocal Tariff regime. Under President Trump’s Executive Order 14257 Annex II, diesel and renewable diesel are both
by Danilo Moliterno (CNN Brazil (Google translation)) ... The President of the Chamber of Deputies, Hugo Motta (Republicanos-PB), defended at an event in the city of São Paulo, this Monday (20), the increase in the ethanol mix in gasoline, to 35%. The percentage
(Buffalo Biodiesel/Open PR) Buffalo Biodiesel Inc., a leading recycler of used cooking oil (UCO) and a pioneer in renewable feedstock production, recently announced that it has successfully resolved recent permitting matters with the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC)
(Minerals Technologies/Globe Newswire) Investment solidifies MTI’s leadership in natural oil purification products for renewable fuels and edible oils -- Minerals Technologies Inc. (NYSE: MTX) (“MTI”), a leading, technology-driven specialty minerals company, today announced an investment at its plant in Uşak City, Turkey
by Brice R. Mbodiam (Business in Cameroon) The Cameroonian government plans to introduce an investment incentive scheme for the biofuel sector in 2026. By that year, customs exemptions will apply to industrial equipment used to produce biofuels such as green charcoal, pellets, and biogas.
(Erie County, NY) Renewable Diesel Significantly Reduces Greenhouse Gas Emissions; EC government uses about 360,000 gallons of diesel annually; Pilot Program will test three DPW Vehicles; if successful, potential roll out for entire fleet Erie County Executive Mark C. Poloncarz was joined today
by Allen Schaeffer (Engine Technology Forum) Yes, there are more than 190,000 miles of liquid petroleum pipelines in the U.S., but none delivering motor fuels to California. ... A bumper bean crop is being crushed by trade and wavering environmental fuels policy. It's a
(BioMADE) Today (October 20, 2025) marks five years since BioMADE was announced as the bioindustrial Manufacturing Innovation Institute by the Department of Defense in October 2020. From our inception, BioMADE has championed innovation, collaboration, and resilience, growing into a national network
(Office of South Carolina Gov. Henry McMaster/Biomass Magazine) Carolina Renewable Products, a clean energy company, on Oct. 7 announced it is establishing operations in Orangeburg County, South Carolina. The company’s $280 million investment will create 155 new jobs. CRP converts sustainable wood
by Jefferson dos Santos Estevo* (Advanced Biofuels USA) The United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP30) will be held in Belém, Pará, from November 10 to 21, 2025, under the presidency of Ambassador André Corrêa do Lago. In early March 2025, the
(Council of the European Union) Today (October 21, 2025), the Council approved the conclusions on the EU's preparations for the 30th Conference of the Parties (COP30) to the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC), set to take place from 10 to 21
by Chullawan Kerdyam (The Nation) -- Thailand will mandate the use of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF), starting at 1% in 2026 and increasing to 8% by 2036. -- The country is restructuring its road fuels to establish Gasohol E20 and Biodiesel B7
(Houston American Energy/Globe Newswire) Houston American Energy Corp. (NYSE American: HUSA) (“HUSA” or the “Company”) and its wholly owned subsidiary, Abundia Global Impact Group, LLC (“AGIG”), today (October 21, 2025) announced the execution of a binding Term Sheet with BTG Bioliquids
by Alfitria Nefi P (Tempo) The Minister of Agriculture, Amran Sulaiman, plans to cultivate cassava on one million hectares of land to support ethanol production for the 10 percent ethanol (E10) supply in fuel products. Amran stated that the cassava cultivation program will be
by Karl Vogel (Nebraska Today) ... In 2021, the State of Nebraska rolled out a fleet of 50 vehicles — Dodge Avengers and Chargers and Ford Fusions — for a trial, swapping regular gasoline for E30, a 30% ethanol blend. The goal
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) This research uses exascale computing (PeleLMeX solver) to perform high-fidelity simulations of combustor performance using Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) blends up to 100%. A validated, reduced two-component surrogate chemical kinetic model for HEFA-SPK (74 species)
(Viva Energy Australia) Viva Energy and Cleanaway (Cleanaway Waste Management Ltd) are pleased to announce they have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) in a significant step towards the manufacture of low-carbon liquid fuels and products in Australia. The MoU would see large
(Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings) This 8-year collaboration positions both companies at the forefront of the energy transition within the cruise and maritime sectors Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd. (NYSE: NCLH) and Repsol today announced a landmark 8-year agreement to supply renewable marine
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) This project delivers a low-computational-cost 0-D/1-D reactor network tool to rapidly screen Sustainable Aviation Fuels (SAF). The tool, validated against CFM56 engine data, incorporates reduced chemical kinetic mechanisms for fuel effects on emissions (NOx, CO, PM,
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) From hydro to hydrogen, the Columbia River keeps teaching America how to move. ... From the Roosevelt Vista you can see what he means. The Columbia bends broad and blue below, wind turbines pacing the brown ridges
Join us for a discussion on what characteristics are vital for a crop to be considered a marketable feedstock for sustainable aviation fuel. We’ll learn about 45z and the GREET model when calculating carbon intensity scores and why that’s vital
(Bureau Veritas) Bureau Veritas Marine & Offshore (BV), a world leader in testing, inspection, and certification, has entered into a contract with Gelibolu Shipyard and eCap Marine, for the classification of 2+2 hydrogen-powered cargo vessels to be built for Norwegian shipowner Møre Sjø AS. This
The 34th European Biomass Conference & Exhibition is now open for abstract submission. EUBCE brings together the greatest minds and latest innovations in biomass, bioenergy, and bioeconomy with the aim of advancing research and market uptake. Authors are encouraged to carefully read the topic descriptions and select the topic
The Leading Platform for Global Biomass Innovation Powerful and influential leaders, policymakers, researchers, industrialists, and organisations attending the event participated in thought-provoking sessions, met customers, and partners in the exhibition area and engaged with the entire biomass value chain. Scientific High-level Conference Industry
A webinar highlighting EcoEngineers’ expertise in European carbon markets, both regulated (such as Europe's Emissions Trading Scheme or ETS) and voluntary. Thursday, November 6 at 7:00 AM CDT The session covers: An overview of the carbon cycle and carbon removal project types, including
Registering for CFCM isn’t just about attending a summit, it’s about unlocking advanced market intelligence. Gain early access to exclusive cCarbon webinars and research before the event, and receive a complimentary Essential membership afterward to keep you informed and ahead of the curve. Enabling One Canadian
(UABIO) Starting from January 1, 2026, the European Union’s Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM)is moving from a Transitional to a Definitive period. This means that importers of certain goods will not only have to report their greenhouse gas emissions, as has been the case since
(Celtic Renewables) Celtic Renewables has teamed up with Enzyme Supplies Ltd., a leading provider of industrial enzyme solutions. The collaboration brings together Enzyme Supplies’ cutting-edge enzyme formulations with Celtic Renewables’ award-winning bio-refining process, producing bio-based chemicals from by-products and waste. At the core of
(BDI-BioEnergy International/Biofuels International) ... Traditional feedstocks, primarily refined vegetable oils, are increasingly being replaced by advanced alternatives that offer both economic and environmental advantages. The shift from first generation (Gen1) biodiesel to more advanced biofuels, including hydrotreated vegetable oil (HVO) and sustainable
(Biofuels International) Europe’s transport emissions remain stubbornly high. Efficiency gains from vehicle hybridisation help – and while fully electric vehicle sales are growing – they remain a very minor fraction of the EU’s overall passenger vehicle fleet. Every year spent waiting for
(Advanced Clean Tech (ACT) News) --TALKE will retrofit two Class 8 tractors with hydrogen-electric systems for drayage use. --The trucks are scheduled for full operation in 2026. -- TALKE sees the Houston hydrogen hub as a strategic enabler. --The initiative
by Mike Ferlazzo (Bucknell University) ... A recent study co-authored by Bucknell University Professor Jude Okolie, chemical engineering, highlights how artificial intelligence (AI) may hold the key to a more sustainable future for biodiesel production. Published last summer in the journal Green Energy and Intelligent Transportation,
(Liquid Wind) Liquid Wind receives support from Industriklivet, the Swedish Energy Agency’s program supporting Swedish industry’s green transition, amounting to €3.6 million (SEK39 million), for the pre-engineering of the company’s full-scale eMethanol plant in Örnsköldsvik, Sweden. The Swedish Energy Agency has assessed that the
(Lhyfe) • With 10 MW of installed capacity, Lhyfe Schwäbisch Gmünd is Germany's largest commercial site for bulk renewable hydrogen, as well as Lhyfe's largest such site and its first in Germany. The site was installed at the end of last year
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