Do you know someone who’s made a lasting impact on the ethanol industry? Now is the time to recognize their dedication, leadership, and innovation. The International Fuel Ethanol Workshop & Expo (FEW) is accepting nominations for its annual awards, honoring the
Argentina Raises Biofuel Prices for Domestic Market
by Walter Bianchi (Reuters) Argentina's government raised the price of biofuels for the domestic market, two decrees published in the official gazette showed on Thursday. The economy ministry set the minimum purchase price for biodiesel at 1,192,226 pesos ($1,111.37) per metric ton,
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E85 Fuel Explained: What to Know about Ethanol-Blended Gasoline
by David Gluckman (Car and Driver) Not all cars are compatible with this ethanol-rich fuel, and deciding whether to fill up with it requires some consideration. ... Even if your car's engine isn't compatible with E85, it's a topic of increasing relevance in
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Wisconsin Lawmakers Introduce SAF Tax Credit Legislation
by Larry Lee (Brownfield Ag News) Sustainable aviation fuel production could take off in Wisconsin if newly proposed legislation becomes law. Jason Mugnaini with Wisconsin Farm Bureau tells Brownfield the bill supported by the state’s agriculture coalition would incentivize fuel production in
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Verity Announces Agreement with Minnesota Soybean Processors to Track and Verify Sustainable Agriculture Attributes
(Gevo) Gevo subsidiary Verity and Minnesota Soybean Processors partner to pass sustainability value to final products -- Verity Holdings, LLC (“Verity”), is pleased to announce we have partnered with Minnesota Soybean Processors (“MnSP”) to implement Verity’s proprietary track and trace software. This
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Virgin Australia and Qatar Airways Expand Sustainability Commitment with Renewable Developments Australia
(Virgin Australia) Virgin Australia and Qatar Airways have agreed to work together with Renewable Developments Australia (RDA) to become key partners on a project that will set out to deliver a homegrown Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) production facility in the Charters
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Solar-Powered Device Captures Carbon Dioxide from Air to Make Sustainable Fuel
(University of Cambridge) Researchers have developed a reactor that pulls carbon dioxide directly from the air and converts it into sustainable fuel, using sunlight as the power source. -- The researchers, from the University of Cambridge, say their solar-powered reactor could be
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Grassley, Thune, Colleagues Urge Trump to Authorize Nationwide, Year-Round Sale of E15
(Office of Senator Chuck Grassley (R-IA)) Sen. Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa) joined Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-S.D.) and a bipartisan group of Senate colleagues in urging President Trump to permit the nationwide sale of E15 fuel through the 2025 summer driving
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A Sea Shift: Maritime Fuels Collaborative Launches to Accelerate Clean Energy Transition across the Pacific Northwest Maritime Industry
(American Journal of Transportation) A new initiative facilitated by Washington Maritime Blue and with leadership from Port of Seattle, Northwest Seaport Alliance, Port of Tacoma, Washington Department of Commerce and the Consortium for Hydrogen and Renewably Generated E-fuels (CHARGE)—called the Sustainable
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ZERO44 and Frontier Fuels Partner to Simplify Biofuel Planning for FuelEU Maritime Compliance
(American Journal of Transportation) ZERO44, a leading provider of emissions management software, and Frontier Fuels, a sustainable biofuel supplier, today (April 3, 2025) announced a strategic partnership aimed at assisting maritime stakeholders in decreasing their emissions and achieving compliance with the
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Neste Empowers DB Schenker to Boost Adoption of Neste MY Renewable Diesel in Singapore and Asia-Pacific
(Neste) Neste and DB Schenker, one of the world’s leading logistics service providers, have collaborated to work towards expanding DB Schenker’s adoption of Neste MY Renewable Diesel™ in Asia-Pacific. This partnership underscores the shared commitment of both companies to progress towards lower-emission logistics. Both
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BDI Sets New Standards in Biofuel Production with the Construction of a New PreTreatment Plant
(BDI) BDI has signed a contract with Ghent Renewables BV -- BDI-BioEnergy International has signed a contract with Ghent Renewables BV to begin the construction of a pioneering biofuel feedstock refinery plant. This facility will be unique in its approach, integrating advanced
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The Digest 2025 Multi-Slide Guide to Comstock Fuels and Bioleum
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) Comstock Fuels aims to establish a “New Standard in Oil” through its Bioleum technology, targeting energy security. They report record production of 21 billion gallons of renewable fuels in 2024 and rising demand, envisioning Bioleum derived
April 04, 2025 Read Full Article
What You Can Do for Earth Month and Beyond! Use ESG Standards to Measure Progress toward Sustainability Goals!
If your company has ESG (Environmental, Social, Governance) goals, think about how you can defossilize, lower your carbon footprint and your greenhouse gas emissions in the company’s transportation sector. ESG refers to a set of standards measuring a business's impact on society,
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Uttar Pradesh: Sugarcane Farmers in UP to Benefit from Chhata Mill Restart and Ethanol Distillery in Gorakhpur
(Organizer) The Yogi government’s mission-mode programme to revive the Chhata sugar mill in Mathura and establish a 120 KPLD ethanol distillery in Gorakhpur aims to boost sugarcane processing, enhance farmers' incomes, and promote biofuel production in Uttar Pradesh. READ MORE
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Renewable Energy-Rich Developing Nations Priced out of Shipping’s $1.6 Trillion Energy Transition Opportunity
(UCL Shipping and Oceans Research Group) A new study released today by UMAS and UCL Energy Institute Shipping and Oceans Research Group shows that poor access to funding and higher costs of capital in developing countries could almost double the prices
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CARB Releases Study on E15 Emissions to the Public
(Opis/Governors' Biofuels Coalition) The California Air Resources Board released a study to the public on Friday from its ongoing evaluation of E15 that found the fuel blend emits less pollutants than E10 and reduces the carbon intensity of the fuel supply. The
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Hydrogen Hopes Shudder Amid Spate of Bankruptcies
(Automotive News/Yahoo!) Hydrogen trucking startups have faltered, leaving legacy manufacturers to determine whether the energy source has a long-term future in hauling cargo. Three startups that built fuel cell systems or upfitted them into commercial vehicles — Nikola Corp., Hyzon Motors Inc.
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2035: A Good Year for Ethanol in the EU?
by Philippe Marchand (Transport Energy Strategies) In the EU mobility transition, 2035 has been circled in red on the calendar. In the original version of the Green Deal, a de facto sales ban of Internal Combustion Engines Vehicles (ICEV) in 2035 would pave the
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The Future of the IRA: Don’t Kill It. Fix It.
by Tammy Klein (Transport Energy Strategies) With a new Administration in place and a sharp turn in climate and energy policy underway, some are eager to dismantle the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA)—piece by piece, credit by credit. The arguments? The energy
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Sac County, Iowa Issued BDO Zone ‘A’ Rating for Corn Stover
(Bioeconomy Development Opportunity Zone Initiative) ‘A’ Rating to To Unlock Full Value of Underutilized Corn Stover Resources -- Sac Economic & Tourism Development Ltd. (SETD), Ecostrat and the BDO Zone Initiative are pleased to announce the issue of an investment grade BDO Zone ‘A’ Rating for
April 03, 2025 Read Full Article
World Agri-Tech Innovation Summit --- September 22-23, 2025 --- London, UK
Europe’s premier event for agri food pioneers, World Agri-Tech is a must-attend summit for those invested in advancing nature-positive, resilient agriculture and food systems. Join senior decision-makers on September 22-23, 2025 for two days of pivotal discussions and unmatched networking opportunities. How are businesses adapting
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OOMCO's Biodiesel Sales Top 2mln Litres in Oman during 2024
by Conrad Prabhu (Oman Daily Observer/Zawya) Popular biodiesel products marketed by fuel retailers in Oman are the B5 and B20 blends -- Underscoring growing, domestic customer demand for alternative fuels, leading fuel marketing company Oman Oil Marketing Company SAOG (OOMCO) has revealed that
April 03, 2025 Read Full Article
PowerUp Data Centers --- July 21-23, 2025 --- Dulles, VA
Data Center Developers, Policymakers, Utilities & Energy Suppliers Come Together to Explore How to Seize the Opportunities and Meet the Challenges of Reliably Powering Hyperscale Data Centers -- A recent report from the Department of Energy estimated that the electricity usage
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Simtronics Offers Simulated Technology Training Including Green Energy Series
(Simtronics) Innovative software for the process industries and the educational institutions which support them – from a world leader in OTS. Simtronics combines experience and the latest technology to deliver a proven, progressive, and exciting simulator system. Your choice of Windows or
April 03, 2025 Read Full Article
SPM-2920 Renewable Diesel Hydrotreater Training
(Simtronics) Process Description: Renewable Diesel Hydrotreater (RDHT) -- Simtronics’ Renewable Diesel Hydrotreater (RDHT) simulator enables detailed training of the operating principles of RDHT units becoming commonly found in the petroleum refining industry. RDHT units convert renewable (agriculturally sourced) oil feedstocks into a high
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ANP Rejects Request to Suspend the 14% Biodiesel Blend in Diesel Oil
(Agencia INFRA (Google Translation)) The board of ANP (National Agency of Petroleum, Natural Gas and Biofuels) unanimously denied, on Thursday (27), the request of Sindicom (National Union of Fuel and Lubricant Distribution Companies) for the suspension of the 14% biodiesel mixture
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ASAFA and World Bioenergy Association Forge Strategic Partnership to Advance Sustainable Aviation Fuel Adoption in Asia
(Asia Sustainable Aviation Fuel Association) Asia Sustainabliae Aviation Fuel Association (ASAFA) is pleased to announce a new strategic partnership with the World Bioenergy Association (WBA), a globally recognized authority in promoting the sustainable use of bioenergy. This collaboration marks a pivotal
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New Report Explores Hydrogen’s Role in Clean Transport
(Oil and Gas Climate Initiative (OGCI)) The Oil and Gas Climate Initiative (OGCI) today releases The Road Ahead for Hydrogen Powered Mobility, a report exploring strategies to accelerate hydrogen’s role in achieving a low-carbon transport future. With transportation a major source of global
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IAG and Microsoft Strengthen Partnership with Largest Scope 3 SAF Agreement to Date
by Theodore Koumelis (IAG/Travel Daily News) This agreement forms part of IAG’s work to invest in and accelerate SAF production, particularly in the UK and Europe, with a goal of using 10 per cent SAF by 2030. -- International Airlines Group (IAG) and Microsoft are strengthening their
April 03, 2025 Read Full Article
The Digest 2025 Multi-Slide Guide to Grain Production Systems to Lower the Carbon Intensity Score
Michigan State University, through Bruno Basso’s work, promotes a circular bioeconomy in grain production systems to lower the carbon intensity score. This approach unites circularity, emphasizing resource efficiency and waste minimization, with the bioeconomy, which displaces fossil fuels with bio-based
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Panama to Incentivize Low-Emission Shipping with New Priority Passage Program
by Sara Kosmajac (Offshore Energy) The Panama Canal Authority (ACP) has unveiled a new initiative that prioritizes vessels running on low-carbon fuels and ships fitted with energy-efficient technologies, aiming to ‘fortify’ its own as well as global shipping decarbonization goals. Dubbed the
April 03, 2025 Read Full Article
Japan Opens Second Round of Zero-Emission Shipbuilding Subsidy Program DEADLINE May 20, 2025
by Jim Kendrick (Biofuels Digest) In Japan, the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism launched the second round of applications for its Zero Emission Shipbuilding Program, offering up to ¥6.5 billion (¥500 million in the first year) to support production facilities
April 03, 2025 Read Full Article
MIT Maritime Consortium Sets Sail
by Anne Wilson (MIT News) A new international collaboration unites MIT and maritime industry leaders to develop nuclear propulsion technologies, alternative fuels, data-powered strategies for operation, and more. ... A new consortium, formalized in a signing ceremony at MIT last week, aims
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Tsuneishi Shipbuilding Launches Japan's First Hydrogen-Fueled Tugboat
(Tsuneishi Holdings Corporation/PR Times (Google Translation)) Increasing the power output of hydrogen-mixed combustion engines and making ship steel greener -- Tsuneishi Shipbuilding Co., Ltd. (Head office: Fukuyama, Hiroshima Prefecture; Representative Director and President: Yukio Okumura) launched Japan's first hydrogen-fueled tugboat at
April 03, 2025 Read Full Article
Bunker Vessel “Avenir Ascension” to Run Continuously on Bio-LNG in 2025
(Avenir LNG/Manifold Times) Vessel will run 100% on bio-LNG for the remainder of 2025 as of 1 April, reducing Avenir LNG’s CO2 emissions by more than 3,500 tonnes CO2 emissions per year. -- Avenir LNG, owner and operator of LNG and bio-LNG
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ENEOS, A.P. Moller Holding and A.P. Moller – Maersk Agree to Invest USD 100 Million in C2X to Advance Green Methanol Portfolio
(C2X Global) ENEOS, Japan’s leading energy company, has signed an investment with C2X to advance the development of the Beaver Lake Renewable Energy (“BLRE”) project in Louisiana to FID and further develop its global green methanol project portfolio. – C2X, a leading
April 03, 2025 Read Full Article
New U.S. Retaliatory Tariffs Will Impact Ag
by Carah Hart (Brownfiels Ag News) U.S. President Donald Trump says “kind, not full” retaliatory tariffs went into effect midnight for more than 50 trading partners, including China. ... The European Union has a 20 percent tariff and India has 26 percent tariff.
April 03, 2025 Read Full Article
Argus Biofuels & Feedstocks Latin America Conference --- June 24-26, 2025 --- São Paulo, Brazil
Creating a new commercial environment for biofuels growth across Latin America -- The Argus Biofuels & Feedstocks Latin America Conference returns to São Paulo, Brazil on 24-26 June 2025. This is your opportunity to dive into a new regulatory environment, understand
April 03, 2025 Read Full Article
World Biogas Expo --- July 9-10, 2025 --- Birmingham, UK
Organised by the Anaerobic Digestion and Bioresources Association (ADBA) and the World Biogas Association (WBA), the event is the only trade show solely dedicated to the global anaerobic digestion (AD) and biogas sector. The Expo is made up of conference areas and an exhibition area — all free entry. Key players
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What You Can Do for Earth Month and Beyond! Ask: Are You Flying with SAF!
The next time you check in for a flight, ask if the airline is using sustainable aviation fuel (SAF). Many airlines are using a blend of jetfuel that includes SAF. The EU, the UK and others have mandates. For more on
April 03, 2025 Read Full Article
Pushing For National Solution: Ethanol Groups Are Pushing for More States to Have Year-Round E15 Sales
(RFD TV) Although Nebraska is one of the “Elite Eight” states that are allowed to sell E15 year-round, they are still actively promoting increased ethanol usage, pushing for a “national fix”. According to Jan Tenbensel with the Nebraska Ethanol Board, “Ethanol is
April 02, 2025 Read Full Article
US Oil, Farm Groups Push EPA for Steep Biofuel Mandate
by Cole Martin (Argus Media) The American Petroleum Institute and biofuel-supporting groups told Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) officials at a meeting today (April 1, 2025) that the agency should sharply raise advanced biofuel blend mandates for 2026. The coalition told EPA that
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Global Bioenergies’ Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) Has Been Tested in Collaboration with Safran on the Injection Phase, and with ONERA on the Combustion Phase.
(Global Bioenergies) The Company supplied a batch of SAF to Safran, the world’s second-largest aircraft equipment manufacturer, to evaluate the specific properties of Global Bioenergies’ SAF, used in its neat form, during the fuel injection phase prior to combustion in the
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Gevo Provides Update on Planned SAF Projects
by Erin Voegele (Biomass Magazine) Gevo Inc. CEO Patrick Gruber discussed the company’s proposed sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) project in South Dakota during a fourth quarter earnings call, held March 27, indicating financial close could be achieved by year-end. The 60 MMgy
April 02, 2025 Read Full Article
Trump Moves Goalposts for Farmers Counting on Clean Energy Grants
by Mario Alejandro Ariza, Ames Alexander, Joe Engleman (Canary Media) The USDA is demanding grant rewrites favoring fossil fuels over renewables, leaving some rural recipients doubtful they’ll ever see the money they were promised. -- The U.S. Department of Agriculture announced on March 25 it will release previously
April 02, 2025 Read Full Article
Study: Microalgae and Bacteria Team up to Convert CO2 into Useful Products
by Diana Yates (Univeristy of Illinois Urbana-Champaign News Bureau) Scientists have spent decades genetically modifying the bacterium Escherichia coli and other microbes to convert carbon dioxide into useful biological products. Most methods require additional carbon sources, however, adding to the cost. A new
April 02, 2025 Read Full Article
Farmers, Consumers and the Environment Win as Illinois Increases Biodiesel Blend Rate
(Illinois Soybean Association) A bipartisan bill passed in 2022 to promote the use of higher biodiesel blends is making a significant impact once again in 2025. Effective today, April 1, biodiesel blend requirements will increase from B14 to B17, marking another
April 02, 2025 Read Full Article
ADM, Mitsubishi Corporation Sign Non-Binding MOU, Form Strategic Alliance
(ADM) Companies Agree to Explore Multiple Areas of Collaboration Across Agriculture Supply Chain -- ADM (NYSE: ADM) and Mitsubishi Corporation (“MC”) are pleased to announce that both companies have signed a non-binding memorandum of understanding to form a strategic alliance to explore
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Cielo Announces Relocation of First Planned Facility to British Columbia and Provides Update on Proposed Asset Acquisition and Corporate Matters
(Cielo Waste Solutions/Globe Newswire) Cielo Waste Solutions Corp. (TSXV:CMC; OTC PINK:CWSFF) (“Cielo” or the “Company”) provides an update on certain business and corporate matters. -- First Planned Waste to Fuels Facility – Scrap Railway Ties to Green Hydrogen In light of changes in market conditions, the
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Universal Fuel Technologies’ Pilot Demonstrates New Sustainable Aviation Fuel Production Pathways
(Universal Fuel Technologies/Business Wire) • During a five-month pilot, the company demonstrated that its Flexiforming technology can produce high-quality 100% synthetic SAF from multiple renewable feedstocks. Tested pathways to SAF include methanol-to-jet, ethanol-to-jet (ETJ), and renewable HEFA naphtha-with-ethanol-to-jet (NETJ). In the ETJ mode,
April 02, 2025 Read Full Article
Elkem, NCL and MPCC Inaugurate Low-Emissions Container Vessel to Strengthen Strategic European Silicon Value Chains
(Elkem) NCL (North Sea Container Line AS) together with partners Elkem ASA, and MPC Container Ships ASA (MPCC), today (April 1, 2205) initiated the operation of NCL VESTLAND in Haugesund, Norway. This marks the commencement of the vessel’s service between Western,
April 02, 2025 Read Full Article
EcoCeres Inc., Mitsui & Co. Energy Trading Singapore Pte. Ltd., KPI OceanConnect and Global Energy supplied Sustainable HVO for Marine Bunkering
(EcoCeres/Mitsui/KPI OceanConnect) EcoCeres Inc., Mitsui & Co. Energy Trading Singapore Pte. Ltd., KPI OceanConnect, and Global Energy have jointly conducted the sustainable supply of Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil (HVO) with the delivery of 400 metrics tons to a renowned cruise line in
April 02, 2025 Read Full Article
The Digest 2025 Multi-Slide Guide to Marquis
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) Marquis focuses on expanding markets, strengthening rural America, and achieving energy dominance through corn ethanol 2.0 and other green fuels including SAF. They highlight the potential of ethanol (EtOH) as a marine fuel, with testing completed
April 02, 2025 Read Full Article
In Defense of the U.S. Department of Energy’s Transformative Loan & Grant Programs Parts 1 and 2
by CJ Evans (American Diversified Enterprises/Alternative Fuels & Chemicals Coalition/Biofuels Digest) ... At whatever point on the path to commercialization that an innovation or emerging technology might be, federal assistance in the form of grants, loans, loan guarantees, and incentives are often
April 02, 2025 Read Full Article
What You Can Do for Earth Month and Beyond! Prepare for a Green Job!
Think of jobs and careers that advanced the understanding, development, deployment and use of sustainable renewable fuels, for example. From seed to wheel; from trash to the skies, people do a wide variety of jobs. Check out this presentation that
April 02, 2025 Read Full Article
Common Ground: Restoring Energy Independence & Affordability
(The Bret Baier Podcast) For years now, Americans across the country have grappled with high gas prices. As the Trump administration aims to prioritize this concern, focusing on ways to unleash American energy and lower prices at the pump, lawmakers from
April 01, 2025 Read Full Article
BASF Commissions 54-Megawatt Water Electrolyzer
(BASF) Annual capacity of up to 8,000 metric tons of hydrogen; Key step in the ramp-up of products with a reduced carbon footprint; Direct integration of the technology into a chemical production environment is a world first Germany’s largest proton exchange membrane (PEM) electrolyzer has
April 01, 2025 Read Full Article
Successful Innovations Propel NCL’s Operational Excellence
(DNV) In a new, comprehensive partnership, Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL) and DNV are jointly addressing the key challenges facing the cruise industry. From decarbonization and safety to training, data intelligence and risk management, NCL leverages DNV’s expertise to drive operational excellence
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Bio-based Green Methanol: C1 Secures Another €20 Million to Commercialize the Circular Raw Material of the Future
(Renewable Carbon News/C1 Green Chemicals) C1 will use the capital raised to build the world's first demonstration plant for homogeneously catalyzed methanol -- Berlin-based cleantech company C1 has raised €20 million in fresh capital to replacefossil resources in the shipping, aviation and
April 01, 2025 Read Full Article
Neste and European Automotive and Biofuels Industry Players Join Forces on a Tour d'Europe
(Neste) Tour d’Europe is an initiative demonstrating the availability and potential of renewable fuels to help drive decarbonization and contribute to climate neutrality today and for decades to come. The Tour d’Europe involves 20 different companies, associations and institutions from across
April 01, 2025 Read Full Article
New York City Begins Transition to Renewable Diesel in Marine Sector Using Argus Prices
(Argus Media/PR Newswire) New York's Department of Citywide Administrative Services (DCAS) has awarded its first tender for renewable diesel for use in its ferries and other vessels. -- New York's Department of Citywide Administrative Services (DCAS) has awarded its first tender to buy
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VARO Announces Transformative Acquisition of Preem AB to Create a Leading Energy Provider to Customers in the Mobility and Industrial Sectors
(VARO) • Scale and geographic reach: Preem’s leading energy business in Scandinavia complements VARO’s existing footprint and post completion the combined business will supply around 10% of Europe’s Road and marine fuel1 Second largest renewable fuel producer in Europe: adding 1.3 million tons per
April 01, 2025 Read Full Article
O’Connor, SDI Biocarbon Solutions, Win Industry Awards at International Biomass Conference
(BBI International/Biomass Magazine) Biomass industry awards were announced during the general session at the 18th Annual International Biomass Conference & Expo, produced by Biomass Magazine. These awards are designed to recognize the individuals and companies who have made significant accomplishments or meaningful contributions
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Grassley: Farmers Can Feed And Fuel The World At The Same Time. It’s Not Either/Or
by Rhonda Brooks (AgWeb) The senior senator from Iowa wants E15 approved for year-round use, fair and tariff-free trade, plus more action and a lot less talk regarding tax cuts and budget reconciliation efforts in the Senate. -- A still-agitated Sen. Chuck
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Missouri Farmer Calls Ford Out for Abandoning Ethanol Flex Fuel in New F-150 Trucks
by Matthew J. Grassi (AgWeb/Farm Journal) Ford began phasing out its flex fuel engine options starting with 2024 model year F Series trucks. Missouri farmers are asking the auto giant to reverse that decision and get back on board with ethanol.
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Farmers See Promise in SAF
by Jared White (Brownfield Ag News) A southern Illinois farmer says the sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) industry can be agriculture’s next big boon. Matt Raben, who farms in White County and serves on the Illinois Corn Marketing Board of Directors, says finding
April 01, 2025 Read Full Article
Trump Says He’ll Bring Back Less Stringent Auto Emissions Standards
by Jennifer A. Dlouhy (Bloomberg/MSN) President Donald Trump said he would look to reinstate weaker automobile emissions standards, casting the vehicle pollution curbs imposed by former President Joe Biden as too onerous for automakers. Trump said he discussed the issue with John Elkann,
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White House Weighs Helping Farmers as Trump Escalates Trade War
by Tony Romm (New York Times) The Trump administration has discussed providing financial aid for farmers who may be subject to retaliation by America’s trading partners. -- Ahead of President Trump’s plan to impose sweeping tariffs across the globe this week,
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Ethanol Blog: Biofuels to Receive $537 Million to Expand Markets for Higher Blends
by Todd Neeley (DTN Progressive Farmer) The Trump administration on Monday released $537 million for 543 biofuels blending infrastructure projects in 29 states, as part of the USDA's Higher Blends Infrastructure Incentive Program. Ahead of U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins' visit
April 01, 2025 Read Full Article
The Digest 2025 Multi-Slide Guide to KOKO Networks
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) KOKO Networks aims to achieve universal access to clean fuels by promoting bioethanol for cooking in emerging countries. Bioethanol offers lower capital expenditure and faster time to market, along with environmental, health, and gender benefits. Kenya
April 01, 2025 Read Full Article
What You Can Do for Earth Month and Beyond! Use E15!
Use 15% renewable fuel (E15, 15% renewable ethanol) at your next fill-up if your car or truck was built in 2001 or since then. Enhanced performance, lower carbon footprint and LOWER price! Sometimes marketed as Uleaded 88 to highlight that
April 01, 2025 Read Full Article
Second-Generation Biofuels Potential in Africa – Research on Non-Food and Waste-Based Biofuel Production
by David King Boison, Iddrisu Awudu Kasoa, and Sylvester Vuvor (MyJoyOnline) Africa stands at a critical crossroads of energy transformation, an era defined by both urgency and immense opportunity. Across the continent, rapid urbanization, population growth, and economic expansion have surged energy
April 01, 2025 Read Full Article
EU Scrutinizes Fraud in Certification of Biofuels
(The Maritime Executive) The scrutiny on the use of biofuels in Europe has intensified, with reports emerging last week that the EU is planning to suspend recognition of the ISCC certification of waste-based biofuels. The International Sustainability and Carbon Certification (ISCC)
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Varo Buys Swedish Befiner Preem in Bet on Biofuels
by Shadia Nasralla (Reuters) Varo Energy, backed by private equity giant Carlyle Group (CG.O) and the world's biggest trading house Vitol, said on Monday it had agreed to buy Swedish refiner Preem, betting on growing demand for biofuels. Varo already has stakes in oil
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Strengthening Ghana’s National Biofuel Policy Implementation: Tailored Policy Recommendations
by David King Boison, Awudu Iddrisu and Sylvester Vuvor (MyJoyOnline) Ghana, like many countries across sub-Saharan Africa, is at a critical crossroads in its energy transition journey. With increasing pressure to reduce fossil fuel dependence, enhance energy security, and meet international
April 01, 2025 Read Full Article
Zespri Finishes Biofuel-Powered Kiwifruit Shipment
(SunLive) Fresh Carriers Co., Ltd (FCC) and Zespri have successfully completed the first kiwifruit charter powered by low-emissions biofuel, with the vessel Kowhai docking at Nangang Port in Shanghai. The Kowhai, Zespri’s first charter shipment for the Greater China region for the
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Rajputana Biodiesel Subsidiary Nirvaanraj Energy Gets UPPCB Approval to Produce 80 KL/Day Biodiesel at Meerut Plant
by Aditya Bhagchandani (Business Upturn) Rajputana Biodiesel Limited announced that its subsidiary, Nirvaanraj Energy Private Limited, has received approval from the Uttar Pradesh Pollution Control Board (UPPCB) to enhance biodiesel production at its Meerut facility. The Consolidated Consent to Operate and Authorisation
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Vibra Becomes First Company to Offer Sustainable Aviation Fuel in Brazil
by Cristian Favaro (Valor International) SAF is a key bet for reducing CO₂ emissions in the aviation sector -- Fuel distributor Vibra announced on Tuesday (March 25, 2025) that it has begun offering sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) in Brazil. The imported biofuel
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Nigerian Scientist Yusuf Owolabi Makes Groundbreaking Advancement on Biofuel as Alternative to Fossil Fuels
by Shojobi Abisola (Daily Independent) Nigerian scientist, Yusuf Owolabi, has advanced research on turning agricultural wastes into biofuel, as alternative solutions to fossil fuels. There exists a consensus by nations of the world to accelerate emission reductions towards net zero by 2050, with
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Hy2Gen Milestone for Canadian Project: Impact Study and Timeline
(Hy2Gen) • Hy2gen submits project notice for renewable ammonia plant to receive “go ahead” by Quebec’s Minister of the Environment, Fighting Against Climate Change and Wildlife and Parks for construction. Hy2gen’s project COURANT was awarded 307 MW of electricity last year to
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PowerCell Secures 2 MW Order for M2Power 250 Systems in Maritime Sector
(PowerCell) PowerCell has received a groundbreaking first order for its M2Power 250 system from a leading European shipyard valued at SEK 150 million. This milestone marks the first commercial sale of a fully integrated methanol-to-power solution, an innovative technology launched in
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BDO Zone Initiative Gains Widespread Support as Catalyst for American Energy Dominance
(Bioeconomy Development Opportunity Zone Initiative) The Biofuel Development Opportunity (BDO) Zone Initiative is rapidly gaining momentum as a groundbreaking approach to empowering rural prosperity, enabling energy independence and unleashing America’s energy potential. In response to President Trump’s commitment to support biofuels, the BDO Zone
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H.R. 641 Coordination for Soil Carbon Research and Monitoring Act
(Carbon 180 Carbon Removal Policy Tracker) ...This bill aims to enhance and streamline research, monitoring, and data management across various agencies with the goal of better understanding and promoting practices related to storing carbon in soil through agricultural practices Cosponsors: 3 Democrat
March 31, 2025 Read Full Article
2025 Sustainable Fleet Technology Conference & Expo --- August 25-27, 2025 --- Winston Salem, NC
The Sustainable Fleet Technology Conference & Expo brings together leading fleets and technology providers to showcase the latest and greatest transportation technologies, fuels and trends. The conference includes a strong focus on data driven decisions and tools. The expo and
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U.S. Biodiesel Use Increases Outside of the Transportation Sector
by Mickey Francis (U.S. Energy Information Administration) A small but increasing amount of biodiesel in the United States is consumed in the residential, commercial, and electric power sectors, according to new estimates now published in our State Energy Data System. Previously, we
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What You Can Do for Earth Month and Beyond! E85
If you have a flex fuel vehicle (FFV) or have converted to use E85, fill up with less expensive, cleaner burning 85% renewable fuel (E85). If you are in California, you can fill up with Superethanol E85, 100% renewable fuel. It’s
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Feedstock Diversity and Flexibility Key to Sustainable Fuels
(Biofuels International) ... Many SAF projects struggle with feedstocks that are too expensive, too scarce, or both. Today SAF is overwhelmingly produced using the hydro-processed esters and fatty acids (HEFA) process, which converts waste fats, oils and greases from sources like used
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Airlines Will Fail to Meet UK SAF Target, Says Government Advisory Committee
by Ian Taylor (Travolution) But did conclude the sector can still reach Net Zero emissions by 2050 -- UK aviation will fail to meet the government’s sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) target for 2030, according to the Climate Change Committee which advises ministers. The
March 31, 2025 Read Full Article
What Is E85 Gas, And Is Fuel Economy the Only Downside?
by Jason Marker (Jalopnik) ... There are currently, as of March 2025, more than 4,200 public gas stations in 44 US states that sell E85 alongside regular old dinosaur squeezins. Most of those E85 pumps are clustered in and around the
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Al-Corn Clean Fuel Hosts Goodhue High School Students
(Minnesota Bio-Fuels Association) Twenty students from Goodhue High School toured Al-Corn Clean Fuel today learn about the ethanol production process. “We enjoyed hosting today’s group of students from Goodhue High School’s Ag Technology class. For nearly three decades, we’ve been in the
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IMO Issues Interim Guidelines for Safety of Ammonia-Fuelled Ships
(BIMCO) The IMO has issued the Interim guidelines for the safety of ships using ammonia as fuel (MSC.1/Circ.1687), marking a significant milestone in regulatory support for alternative fuels. Finalised by the CCC Sub-Committee and approved at MSC 109, the guidelines offer high-level, goal-based
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Who Can Use Unleaded 88 & It's Benefits
(Minnesota Bio-Fuels Association) Here's a short video featuring Jay Moser, owner of Duffy's Minnoco in St Paul, on who can use Unleaded 88 and some of its benefits. Transcript excerpts 0:04 [Music] 0:06 anyone with the vehicle 2001 or newer 0:08 can put unlet 88 in their vehicle
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MN Bio-Fuels Written Testimony on AGRI Program Account
(Minnesota Bio-Fuels Association) The Minnesota Bio-Fuels Association (MN Bio-Fuels) today submitted written testimony in support of Minnesota Senate File 1172, which calls for the creation of an agricultural growth, research, and innovation (AGRI) program account in the agricultural fund within the
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Minnesota State Mankato Students Tour Guardian Energy
(Minnesota Bio-Fuels Association) Eighteen students from Minnesota State University, Mankato toured Guardian Energy yesterday to learn about renewable fuel production. “We were delighted to host and share with students from Minnesota State Mankato our commitment to producing clean, renewable energy, corn oil and
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Howard Lake-Waverly-Winsted High School Students Tour Highwater Ethanol
(Minnesota Bio-Fuels Association) Twenty students from Howard Lake-Waverly-Winsted High School toured Highwater Ethanol earlier today to learn about ethanol production. “We enjoyed hosting MN Future Farmers of America students from Howard Lake-Waverly-Winsted High School. Our industry offers numerous pathways for anyone interested
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MN Bio-Fuels Testifies On Biofuels Infrastructure Grant & Bioincentive Programs to Senate Committee
(Minnesota Bio-Fuels Association) Our executive director, Brian Werner, testified in support of bills to continue the state's biofuel infrastructure program and a modification to the state's bioincentive program earlier today (March 10, 2025) to the Minnesota Senate Committee On Agriculture, Veterans,
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Owatonna High School Students Tour Al-Corn
(Minnesota Bio-Fuels Association) Twenty-five students from Owatonna High School toured Al-Corn Clean Fuel on Mar 21 to learn about renewable fuel production. During their tour of Al-Corn, the students learned about incoming grain grading and handling, fermentation, grain storage and shipment as
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MGC Commences Construction of Methanol Production Demonstration Facility Utilizing Diverse Gases including CO2, Industrial By-product Gases
(Mitsubishi Gas Chemical) Mitsubishi Gas Chemical Company, Inc. (MGC; Head Office: Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo; President: Masashi Fujii) today announced it has commenced construction of a methanol production demonstration facility (hereinafter referred to as “the Demonstration Facility”) within its Mizushima Plant. The
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Vast Secures AUD 700,000 Grant from Australia-Singapore Initiative for Decarbonising Shipping to Progress World-First South Australia Solar Fuels Project
(Vast/Globe Newswire) HyFuel Solar Refinery Pty Ltd, a subsidiary of Vast Renewables Limited (Vast) (Nasdaq: VSTE), has been awarded AUD 700,000 through the Australia-Singapore Low Emissions Technologies (ASLET) initiative for maritime and port operations. The funding will progress the development of South
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World-First Engine Test to Convert Sugarcane into Clean Power
(Wärtsilä) Technology group Wärtsilä has partnered with Brazilian energy company Energetica Suape II S.A, majority owned by Grupo Econômico 4M, to conduct a world-first clean energy trial, which will see ethanol – a biofuel mainly produced from sugarcane – used to
March 31, 2025 Read Full Article
The Digest’s 2025 Multi-Slide Guide to Oberon Fuels
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) Oberon Fuels is focused on converting waste to renewable natural gas (RNG), methanol, and dimethyl ether (DME). They aim to produce over 200 million gallons per year by 2030. Their process involves anaerobic digestion of waste
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Secretary Rollins to Visit Ethanol Plant
by Cindy Zimmerman (Energy.AgWired.com) U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins will be in Iowa Monday, March 31, with a full schedule that includes a visit to an ethanol plant. Secretary Rollins will start the day with at Elite Octane in Atlantic, Iowa,
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Industry-First Program Cuts Supply Chain Emissions for Freight Rail Customers
(Norfolk Southern/PR Newswire) Norfolk Southern Corporation (NYSE: NSC) today launched RailGreen, a first-of-its-kind solution enabling customers to reduce emissions from their freight rail shipments. RailGreen makes Norfolk Southern the only freight railroad in the world to offer verified certificates for supply chain
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Chevron Exec Says Company ‘More Wait-and-See’ on IRA-Related Investments
by Geert De Lombaerde (Oil & Gas Journal) Chief financial officer Eimear Bonner tells a Piper Sandler conference uncertainty around the climate for renewables means the energy giant will remain disciplined with its spending. -- The chief financial officer of Chevron Corp., Houston,
March 30, 2025 Read Full Article
SFU's School of Sustainable Energy Engineering Partners with Corix to Enhance Biomass Plant Efficiency
(Simon Fraser University) Two powerhouses in Simon Fraser University’s drive toward a greener future are combining research excellence with innovation to provide even cleaner heat to the community. -- SFU’s School of Sustainable Energy Engineering (SEE) program and Corix – the company that designed, built,
March 29, 2025 Read Full Article
SAF Registry to Be Operated by the Civil Aviation Decarbonization Organization
(International Air Transport Association) The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has established the Civil Aviation Decarbonization Organization (CADO) to manage the IATA-developed Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) Registry when it is released. “CADO will turbo-charge the imminent launch of the IATA-developed SAF Registry.
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The Rise of India’s Bioeconomy from $10bn to $165.75bn in a Decade
(India Ministry of Science & Technology) Key takeaways India's bioeconomy has grown from $10 billion in 2014 to $165.7 billion in 2024, with a target of $300 billion by 2030. The sector contributes 4.25% to GDP with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 17.9% over the past four years. The government aims to make India a global
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Atvos Obtains Installation License for Its First Biomethane Plant in Mato Grosso do Sul
(Atvos) Earthmoving work is expected to begin in April and operations are scheduled to begin at the end of 2026. -- Atvos has received the Installation License (LI) for the construction of its first biomethane plant. The new plant will be built
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Terragia Secures $6M to Develop Cost-Competitive, Low-Carbon Biofuel Technology
(Terragia/Business Wire) The startup expanded its leadership team with climate tech veteran Kristin Brief joining as CEO, Lee Lynd transitions to CTO. -- Terragia Biofuel, a technology startup aiming to drive the next generation of biofuels, today (March 28, 2025) announced
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The Digest’s 2025 Multi-Slide Guide to Nexus PMG Project Delivery Services
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) Nexus PMG offers project delivery services including engineering, commercial development, and FEED packages. They support projects like a green hydrogen facility producing 5,000 metric tons per year. Their approach includes developing FEED packages to achieve FID,
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Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners Secures Australian Hydrogen Headstart Funding, Strengthening Commitment to Green Ammonia
(Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners/Globe Newswire) Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners – a global leader in renewable energy investments – has been successful in the Australian Government’s first hydrogen funding round for its Murchison Green Hydrogen project -- Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners (CIP) through its CI Energy
March 29, 2025 Read Full Article
Cyprus Plans to Roll out Hydrogen Buses, Trucks by 2030
by Igor Todorović (Balkan Green Energy News) The Cypriot government is exploring the possibilities for hydrogen production as a complementary solution for the island state’s energy isolation. The draft strategy until 2030 envisages the first hydrogen buses and trucks. With the increase in
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Kandla Port in Gujarat to Launch India's First Green Hydrogen Plant. Key Details
(India Today) India is making a major leap towards clean energy, with Kandla Port set to become the first in the country to host a Green Hydrogen manufacturing facility. The project is expected to be operational by June 2025, marking a
March 29, 2025 Read Full Article
Green Jet Fuel Production Could Miss 2030 Targets, BCG Report Says
by Marleen Kaesebier (Reuters) The sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) industry is falling short of its 2030 targets with production not ramping up quickly enough, Boston Consulting Group (BCG) found in a report published on Thursday (March 27, 2025). European airlines are this
March 28, 2025 Read Full Article
Long-Term Trump Farm Impact Could Be Loss of Biofuel Market
by John Greig (Farmtario) U.S. analyst says the repercussions would be many, including lower prices for feed for livestock producers -- The largest threat of the Trump administration to the income of North American farmers is not tariffs but the potential loss
March 28, 2025 Read Full Article
IATA Backs Call by European Airlines to Soften Green Fuel Mandate
by Tim Hepher and Joanna Plucinska (Reuters) The head of global airlines body IATA has welcomed a call by Europe's top carriers for a delay to a 2030 target for sustainable aviation fuel use in Europe, saying Brussels policymakers need to face
March 28, 2025 Read Full Article
Trump Admin Approves Carbon Storage Exploration Project
by Heather Richards (E&E News PM) The project in southern Wyoming is the first of its kind considered by the Bureau of Land Management. The Bureau of Land Management approved Wednesday a carbon storage exploration project beneath public lands in southern Wyoming. The record
March 28, 2025 Read Full Article
Metacon Completes the 50 MW Hydrogen Project Contract with Motor Oil Hellas by Closing Agreement for Additional 20 MW Capacity
(Metacon) Metacon AB (publ) communicated 4 March 2025 that we had been appointed as supplier for an additional 20 MW hydrogen production unit for the Motor Oil (Hellas) Corinth Refineries S.A. (Motor Oil) planned 50 MW electrolysis plant in Corinth, Greece.
March 28, 2025 Read Full Article
Trump Administration Tells Oil and Biofuels Groups to Hash out New Biofuel Policy
by Jarrett Renshaw (Reuters/MSN) U.S. President Donald Trump's administration has asked oil and biofuels producers to hash out a deal on the next phase of the nation's biofuels policy to avoid the kind of political clashes that marked his first term,
March 27, 2025 Read Full Article
Maximizing the Potential of Biofuels in Shipping
(DNV) Biofuels are an increasingly attractive decarbonization option for shipowners. A new white paper from DNV analyses an evolving supply picture, while also providing technical guidance to shipowners planning to use it as a drop-in fuel. -- Growing international pressure to decarbonize
March 27, 2025 Read Full Article
CALL FOR SPEAKERS AND POSTERS 2025 North American Biochar Conference --- September 15-18, 2025 --- Minneapolis, MN DEADLINE March 31, 2025
Join us for the 2025 North American Biochar Conference (NABC25), the premier event shaping the future of biochar. Hosted by the U.S. Biochar Initiative (USBI), this conference brings together industry leaders, researchers, policymakers, and investors to accelerate market adoption, scale
March 27, 2025 Read Full Article
2025 North American Biochar Conference --- September 15-18, 2025 --- Minneapolis, MN
Join us for the 2025 North American Biochar Conference (NABC25), the premier event shaping the future of biochar. Hosted by the U.S. Biochar Initiative (USBI), this conference brings together industry leaders, researchers, policymakers, and investors to accelerate market adoption, scale
March 27, 2025 Read Full Article
Sydrogen Receives Basic Design Assessment Statement for Advanced Hydrogen Fuel Cell Solution
(Bureau Veritas Marine & Offshore) Sydrogen, a leading innovator in hydrogen fuel cell technology, has received Basic Design Assessment (BDA) Statement from Bureau Veritas Marine & Offshore (BV) for their Maritime Fuel Cell – SydroPOWER series model MZ250N – as the
March 27, 2025 Read Full Article
Inside Pan Oleo Energy's Sustainable Biofuel Drive: Empowering Communities, Driving Change
(Ahmedabad Mirror) As the world pivots towards a low-carbon future, Pan Oleo Energy stands as a key player in pioneering an ambitious and highly successful expansion of its low-carbon biofuel feedstock aggregation drive into global markets. With climate change posing an
March 26, 2025 Read Full Article
BIO Report Demonstrates Economic Power of US Bioeconomy
by Erin Voegele (Ethanol Producer Magazine) The Biotechnology Innovation Organization, in partnership with Kearney, a global management consulting firm, on March 24 released a report showing the U.S. bioeconomy currently contributes $210 billion in direct economic impact to the U.S. economy,
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Republicans Mull ‘Thoughtful’ Phaseout of Green Credits
by Andres Picon, Kelsey Brugger, Nico Portuondo (E&E News) The House Budget chair says his party may consider altering, rather than repealing, tax credits. Republicans are also not finding as much climate money to cut as they once expected. Two weeks after
March 26, 2025 Read Full Article
Commonwealth Agri-Energy: Fueling Kentucky’s Future with Ethanol
(WKDZ Radio) For National Ag Week, Alan Watts takes a trip to Commonwealth Agri-Energy, LLC, a 100% farmer-owned company committed to supporting Kentucky farmers through increased ethanol production. With a mission to boost both ethanol use and farmers’ income, Commonwealth
March 26, 2025 Read Full Article
Scientists Witness Living Plant Cells Generate Cellulose and Form Cell Walls
(Rutgers University/Science Daily) In a groundbreaking study on the synthesis of cellulose -- a major constituent of all plant cell walls -- a team has captured images of the microscopic process of cell-wall building continuously over 24 hours with living plant
March 26, 2025 Read Full Article
Renewable Fuels Groups Argue before the Supreme Court in SRE Venue Case
(Growth Energy and Renewable Fuels Association) The American renewable fuels industry presented oral arguments to the U.S. Supreme Court today in Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) v. Calumet Shreveport Refining, LLC, et al., a case that addresses where challenges to small refinery exemptions
March 26, 2025 Read Full Article
JAL, Airbus, Nippon Paper Industries, Sumitomo Corporation, GEI Sign MoU to Collaborate on Pure Japan-Domestic Wood-Based SAF
(Sumitomo Corporation) Japan Airlines (JAL), Airbus, Nippon Paper Industries, Sumitomo Corporation, and Green Earth Institute (GEI) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to collaborate on the realization of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) using bioethanol derived from domestic wood. In February 2023
March 26, 2025 Read Full Article
O-I Glass Completes Biofuels Trial at Harlow Facility
by Greg Morris (Glass International) O-I Glass has recently successfully completed a biofuel trial in its plant in Harlow, UK. The world’s largest container glass manufacturer used 100% biofuel to replace natural gas in the furnace for the glass manufacturing process. This achievement
March 26, 2025 Read Full Article
MayMaan Unveils Breakthrough Water-Ethanol Powered Engine to Transform Clean Energy Generation
(MayMaan/Business Wire) MayMaan, a trailblazer in clean energy solutions, is reestablishing a new paradigm in power generation with its groundbreaking AquaStroke® engine technology, which runs on a fuel mixture of 70% water and 30% ethanol. The company’s innovation offers a commercially viable,
March 26, 2025 Read Full Article
Inauguration of the Aveiro Terminal
(Groupo RNM (Google Translation)) On March 21, RNM and bp Portugal inaugurated a logistics terminal for state-of-the-art fuels and advanced biofuels at the Port of Aveiro. The event took place at the RNM Liquid Bulk Terminal and was attended by the Mayor of Ílhavo, João
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Ash Creek Renewables Expands Global Reach with Exclusive Camelina Seed Licenses & “Forks and Fuels” Initiative
(Tailwater Capital) Ash Creek Renewables (“Ash Creek” or the “Company”), a platform dedicated to developing renewable fuel feedstock solutions and a portfolio company of Tailwater Capital LLC (“Tailwater”), today announced it has secured exclusive licensing rights from Montana State University for
March 26, 2025 Read Full Article
HMM Takes Delivery of Its First Methanol-Powered Containership
(HMM) HMM takes delivery of ‘HMM GREEN’, a 9,000 TEU methanol-powered containership. This vessel is the first of nine sister ships ordered in February 2023 from HD Hyundai Samho Heavy Industries (seven vessels) and HJ Shipbuilding & Construction (two vessels). Starting with
March 26, 2025 Read Full Article
Universal Fuel Technologies’ Pilot Demonstrates New Sustainable Aviation Fuel Production Pathways
(Universal Fuel Technologies/Business Wire) o During a five-month pilot, the company demonstrated that its Flexiforming technology can produce high-quality 100% synthetic SAF from multiple renewable feedstocks. o Tested pathways to SAF include methanol-to-jet, ethanol-to-jet (ETJ), and renewable HEFA naphtha-with-ethanol-to-jet (NETJ). o In
March 26, 2025 Read Full Article
Best of the Bioeconomy Awards 2025
(Biofuels Digest) In Washington, the Daily Digest announced the winners of thr 2025 Best of the Bioeconomy Awards at the Advanced Bioeconomy Leadership Conference. More than 1,500 Digest subscribers participated in the voting, which recognized winners in categories such as Project
March 26, 2025 Read Full Article
MRW's National Recycling Awards --- November 25, 2025 --- London, UK Entry DEADLINE June 27, 2025
As the largest and most esteemed award ceremony in the recycling and resource management sector, MRW's National Recycling Awards is an annual celebration of the industry’s innovation and achievements. 2024 was a record year with more than 600 industry leaders
March 26, 2025 Read Full Article
2025 Congressional Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency EXPO and Policy Forum --- July 24, 2025 --- Washington, DC and ONLINE (Free)
The Environmental and Energy Study Institute (EESI) and the House and Senate Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency (REEE) Caucuses invite you to join us for the 28th Annual Congressional Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency EXPO and Policy Forum (EXPO 2025). Top-level speakers will showcase technologies and
March 26, 2025 Read Full Article
2025 International Biomass Conference & Expo Wraps Up
(Biomass Magazine) The 2025 International Biomass Conference & Expo, produced by Biomass Magazine and organized by BBI International, successfully wrapped up after three days of insightful discussions, cutting-edge technology showcases, and unparalleled networking opportunities. The event, held in Atlanta, Georgia
March 26, 2025 Read Full Article
With Integration in Mirabel, Canada, All Airbus Assembly Sites around World Now Use SAF
(Airbus) Airbus announced March 20 that the first sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) delivery recently took place at the Airbus Canada’s A220 site, enabling the Mirabel, Canada-based teams to use SAF for production, customer acceptance and test flights. This now means that all
March 25, 2025 Read Full Article
AGQM Releases Guide to Help Inland Barges Transition to B30 Biodiesel
(ACQM/Biobased Diesel Daily) The German biodiesel quality management association AGQM and its partners announced March 20 the release of a guide intended to provide insights into how inland barges can transition to fuels with a higher proportion of renewable energy—in particular,
March 25, 2025 Read Full Article
UK Launches Investigations into Imports of US Renewable Diesel
Ron Kotrba (Biobased Diesel Daily) The U.K. Trade Remedies Authority initiated an antidumping investigation and a countervailing investigation March 17 into imports of hydrotreated vegetable oil (HVO), also known as renewable diesel, from the United States. The investigations follow applications from U.K. biodiesel producers concerned that
March 25, 2025 Read Full Article
Growth Energy Urges USTR to Change Course on Proposed Shipping Rules
(Growth Energy/Ethanol Producer Magazine) Growth Energy, the nation’s largest biofuel trade association, submitted comments to the U.S. Trade Representative (USTR) today, urging the agency to change course and either revise or remove new recently-proposed rules aimed at combating China’s efforts to dominate global
March 25, 2025 Read Full Article
Pilot Becomes 1st Travel-Center Network to Offer B99 Biodiesel for Fleets
(Pilot Flying J/Biobased Diesel Daily) In recognition of National Biodiesel Day observed March 18, Pilot is celebrating the installation of the country’s first B99 biodiesel retail offering for commercial fleets at its travel center in Decatur, Illinois. This effort was made possible
March 25, 2025 Read Full Article
Applications Open for Science & SciLifeLab Prize DEADLINE July 15, 2025
Recent PhD? How about US$30,000, having your essay published in Science magazine, and being celebrated with a week of festivities in Stockholm, Sweden? A global award aimed at young researchers Each year, four winners are selected to receive up to US$30,000 in prize
March 25, 2025 Read Full Article
Beausejour-Brokenhead, Manitoba Issued BDO Zone ‘A’ Rating for Wheat Straw
(Biofuel Development Opportunity Zone Initiative) ‘A’ Rating to Enhance Sustainable Wheat Straw Utilization in Manitoba -- The Rural Municipality of Brokenhead, the Beausejour Brokenhead Development Corporation (BBDC), Ecostrat and the BDO Zone Initiative are pleased to announce the issue of an investment grade BDO Zone ‘A’ Rating
March 25, 2025 Read Full Article
Kemper County, Mississippi Issued BDO Zone ‘A’ Rating for Woody Biomass
(Biofuel Development Opportunity Zone Initiative) ‘A’ Rating Will Support Value Added Wood Industry and Job Creation -- Kemper County, Ecostrat, and the BDO Zone Initiative are pleased to announce the issue of an investment grade BDO Zone ‘A’ Rating for Kemper County, Mississippi. The BDO Zone
March 25, 2025 Read Full Article
European Methanol Online --- April 30, 2025 --- ONLINE
The Virtual European Methanol Summit is a premier event that brings together industry leaders, experts, and stakeholders from across the global methanol sector. Focused on discussing the latest trends, innovations, and challenges, the summit provides a platform for networking and
March 25, 2025 Read Full Article
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