(EcoCeres/Biobased Diesel Daily) EcoCeres Inc., a leading pure-play renewable fuel producer, announced July 15 the release of its position paper emphasizing the need for fair, effective and fraud-resistant certification protocols for sustainable biofuels within the European Union. As Europe accelerates its transition
Embracing the Rainbow: Exploring Hydrogen’s Role in Decarbonising Aviation at Regional Airports
by Paul E Eden (Regional Gateway/CirculAIRity) With hydrogen considered to be a key element in decarbonising aviation, regional airports are likely to provide proving grounds for critical related technologies. However, hydrogen is not a straightforward solution and the challenges are great, as
July 25, 2025 Read Full Article
Cranfield University Signs Memorandum of Understanding with SAF Developer, CirculAIRity
(CirculAIRity) CirculAIRity, a synthetic Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) Developer and Cranfield University (Cranfield) and have signed a Memorandum of Understanding forming the basis for the two organisations to work together on multiple projects. Working with Cranfield’s Centre for Digital Engineering and Design,
July 25, 2025 Read Full Article
Commentary: US and International Pressure Got Aviation a 13-Year Pass on Climate – Now the EU Must End It
by Aoife O'Leary & Bastien Bonnet-Cantalloube (SASHA Coalition/Carbon Market Watch/GreenAir) The European Union has led the world in regulation to tackle climate change since the 1990s. The EU Emissions Trading System (ETS), which requires polluters to pay for their emissions, was
July 25, 2025 Read Full Article
Carbon Credit Supply Crunch Puts CORSIA Compliance by Airlines at Risk, Warns Report
by Christopher Surgenor (GreenAir) The airline industry is potentially facing a carbon credit supply crunch in respect of obligations under the First Phase of ICAO’s Carbon Offsetting and Reduction Scheme for International Aviation (CORSIA) that could derail the sector’s flagship carbon
July 25, 2025 Read Full Article
Air France-KLM Becomes the First Airline Group to Join the New EU Flight Emissions Labelling Scheme
by Christopher Surgenor (GreenAir) Air France-KLM has signed a cooperation agreement with the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) to partner on the implementation process of the new EU Flight Emissions Label (FEL), which aims to provide passengers with information on
July 25, 2025 Read Full Article
Neste: Renewable Fuel Sales Volumes Set Record in Q2
by Erin Krueger (Biodiesel Magazine) Neste Corp. on July 24 released second quarter results, reporting record quarterly renewable product sales volumes despite weaker margins. Sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) sales were up nearly 80% when compared to the first quarter of 2025. Comparable
July 25, 2025 Read Full Article
UTEP Researchers Boost Microalgae Biofuel Yields with Nanotechnology
(University of Texas at El Paso) ... Now, researchers at The University of Texas at El Paso have demonstrated how nanotechnology can significantly improve biofuel production from microalgae, offering a sustainable path forward. Researchers at The University of Texas at El Paso
July 25, 2025 Read Full Article
Synthetic Fuels from Offshore Wind Park
(Karlsruhe Institute of Technology) The First Offshore Production Plant for Synthetic Fuels Was Opened Under the H2Mare Hydrogen Lead Project Funded by the German Federal Government -- Off-grid, modular, and seaworthy: KIT (Karlsruhe Institute of Technology) and partners intend to produce synthetic
July 25, 2025 Read Full Article
EIB and Eni Sign €500 Million Finance Agreement to Convert Livorno Refinery into a Biorefinery
(Eni) This will be Eni's third biorefinery in Italy, after those in Venice and Gela; Among the distinctive features of the project, in addition to the use of advanced technologies, there is the possibility of adapting the plant to also produce SAF
July 25, 2025 Read Full Article
The Digest’s 2025 Multi-Slide Guide to Alcohol Combustion in CI Engines
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) This presentation highlights ethanol/methanol for off-road decarbonization, despite their low ignitability for compression ignition. Pilot injections are key, creating a flame kernel to ignite main sprays. Ethers improve ignitability but reduce efficiency in single-fuel blends, lowering
July 25, 2025 Read Full Article
Let’s Rethink the Renewable Fuel Standard
by Kristen Walker (American Consumer Institute/Real Clear Energy) ... Small independent refineries are also paying a heavy price. Lacking the capacity to blend fuels, they are required to purchase the compliance credits known as Renewable Identification Numbers (RIN). As RIN prices
July 25, 2025 Read Full Article
Darling Slumps Even as Trump's Biofuel Policy Seen Aiding Profit
by Gerson Freitas Jr. (Bloomberg News/Financial Post) Darling Ingredients Inc. said US renewable fuel policies are shaping up to boost profits, yet investors focused on lingering uncertainties sent the company’s shares down the most since 2022. A push by President Donald Trump’s administration to
July 25, 2025 Read Full Article
Drawn Like Moths to a Podiatrist
by Ron Lamberty (American Coalition for Ethanol/Ethanol Producer Magazine) ... I’ve been critical of some ethanol advertising efforts—and most ethanol advertising expenditures, often pointing out that our competitor/partners in the oil industry hardly advertise at all while racking up half a
July 24, 2025 Read Full Article
MU Researchers Developing Biofuels from Common Roadside Plants
Brianne Tremper (KBIA/KOMU) A team of University of Missouri researchers has discovered a way to genetically modify a plant’s genes to produce more oil for biofuels. Biochemistry professor Jay Thelen used arabidopsis, a type of mustard plant, to understand how modifying genetics
July 24, 2025 Read Full Article
MoRTH May Bat for Biofuel Vehicles in CAFE 3 Norms Input to BEE
by Subhash Narayan,Manas Pimpalkhare (Mint/MSN) Amid an ongoing tussle over emission norms in the world’s third-largest auto sector, the ministry of road transport and highways (MoRTH) is likely to ask the Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE) to provide incentives to vehicles running on
July 24, 2025 Read Full Article
Petrolimex to Pilot E10 Biofuel Sales in HCM City from August 1
((Viet Nam News) Petrolimex is set to pilot the sales of E10 biofuel at its stations in the pre-merger areas of HCM City starting August 1. -- The Vietnam National Petroleum Group (Petrolimex) is set to pilot the sales of E10 biofuel
July 24, 2025 Read Full Article
Secretary Naig Announces Grants for 24 Projects to Bolster Access to Biodiesel, E15 in Iowa
(Iowa Department of Agriculture & Land Stewardship) Projects in 17 counties receive cost-share grants through the Renewable Fuels Infrastructure Program -- Iowa Secretary of Agriculture Mike Naig announced that the Iowa Renewable Fuels Infrastructure Program (RFIP) Board recently approved an additional 24 applications from
July 24, 2025 Read Full Article
Anellotech and Strategic Partner R Plus Japan Announce Commercialization Phase of Plas-TCat® Technology
(Anellotech) In a major advancement for chemical recycling and circular economy solutions, R Plus Japan (RPJ) and Anellotech, Inc. (Anellotech) announced that Plas-TCat, an innovative catalytic cracking technology that transforms mixed plastic waste directly into the base chemicals used to produce new
July 24, 2025 Read Full Article
Top UN Court Says Treaties Compel Wealthy Nations to Curb Global Warming
by Stephanie van den Berg and Alison Withers (Reuters) ICJ opinion could influence global climate litigation; U.N. treaties should guide responsibilities, rich countries say; South, small island states seek firm measures to curb emissions The United Nations' highest court on Wednesday (July 23, 2025)
July 24, 2025 Read Full Article
EPA’S Poposed Biofuel Targets Could Stall Industry Growth and Drive up Prices, New Research Warns
(Advanced Biofuels Association) A new study published by the Advanced Biofuels Association (ABFA) finds that the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) proposal to cut the Renewable Identification Number (RIN) by 50% for fuels made from foreign feedstocks, as part of its 2026 and 2027 Renewable
July 24, 2025 Read Full Article
Chinese Firm Eyes Investment in Cambodia’s Renewable Sector
by Sum Manet (Khmer Times) ... The investment intention was raised during a meeting on Wednesday with Chea Vuthy, Secretary General of the Cambodian Investment Board (CIB) of the Council for the Development of Cambodia (CDC). The delegation was led by
July 24, 2025 Read Full Article
CADO and 4AIR Harmonize SAF Registries for Commercial and Business Aviation
(4AIR/PR Newswire) The Civil Aviation Decarbonization Organization (CADO), and 4AIR announced a strategic collaboration between their respective Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) registries. The collaboration's key focus is on interoperability to enhance data integrity, mitigate double issuance risks, and facilitate efficient cross-registry SAF
July 24, 2025 Read Full Article
NYK Begins Continuous Use of Bio-LNG Fuel on Car Carriers
(NYK) Significantly reducing GHG emissions through clean fuel, accelerating the decarbonization of shipping -- As part of its commitment to realizing a decarbonized society, NYK has commenced the continuous use of bio-LNG fuel on its LNG-powered car carriers. The bio-LNG is supplied
July 24, 2025 Read Full Article
CountryMark Celebrates Completion of Diesel Expansion Project
(CountyMark) ... Co-processed renewable diesel is fuel produced by combining renewable feedstocks, like soybean oil, with conventional diesel. “This approach, which we have taken, will allow CountryMark to produce renewable fuel, reduce the carbon intensity of our fuel and do so in
July 24, 2025 Read Full Article
RFA Congratulates Aaron Szabo on Senate Confirmation
(Renewable Fuels Association) The Renewable Fuels Association today congratulated Aaron Szabo on his Senate confirmation to lead the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s Office of Air and Radiation (OAR). Among its responsibilities, the OAR administers the Clean Air Act, which includes oversight
July 24, 2025 Read Full Article
India Achieves 20% Ethanol Blending in Petrol, Five Years ahead of Target: Union Minister Hardeep Singh Puri
(NewsOnAir) Petroleum and Natural Gas Minister Hardeep Singh Puri has said that India has successfully achieved 20 per cent ethanol blending in petrol in 2025, five years ahead of its original target set for 2030. Highlighting the country’s clean energy progress,
July 24, 2025 Read Full Article
DOE Seeks Comments on Process to Determine 45Z Provisional Emissions Rates DEADLINE September 22, 2025
by Erin Krueger (Ethanol Producer Magazine) The U.S. Department of Energy’s Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy is soliciting public comments on a preliminary plan for determining provisional emissions rates (PER) for the purposes of the 45Z clean fuel production
July 24, 2025 Read Full Article
Food vs. Fuel Debate Simmers in the Background
by Sean Pratt (Western Producer) Report estimates 27 per cent of cereal production will be diverted into biofuel production and other uses in next five years -- More than one-quarter of the world’s cereal crops will not be used for food or
July 24, 2025 Read Full Article
The Digest’s 2025 Multi-Slide Guide to DNS/LES and Modeling of SAF Flame Stabilization
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) High-fidelity simulations are crucial for Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) combustion modeling. DNS of aero-combustors shows premixed flames dominate heat release, with edge flames re-igniting extinction regions via coupled deflagration and ignition. Crucially, edge flames cause turbulent
July 24, 2025 Read Full Article
Rocha Accuses the Family of Former Governor Labastida of Wanting to Stop the Mexinol Plant in Topolobampo.
by Belem Angulo| (Noroeste) The Governor of Sinaloa revealed that Francisco Labastida Jr. along with his partners filed an injunction for a piece of land where the plant would be built. -- Sinaloa Governor Rubén Rocha Moya accused Francisco Labastida Ochoa, former
July 24, 2025 Read Full Article
Shanghai Launches Research Center for Next-Gen Ship Pollution
by Jim Kendrick (Biofuels Digest) In China, a new research center aimed at tackling pollution from alternative marine fuels was formally launched on July 16 at the facilities of Yisheng Shipping and Storage in Shanghai. The center is a joint initiative
July 24, 2025 Read Full Article
Navigator Gas Announces Joint Venture with Amon Maritime For Construction of Two New Ammonia Gas Carriers
(Navigator Gas) Navigator Holdings Ltd. (described herein as “Navigator” or the “Company”) (NYSE: NVGS), the owner and operator of the world’s largest fleet of handysize liquefied gas carriers, is pleased to announce that on July 14, 2025, it has entered into
July 24, 2025 Read Full Article
Towngas Completes Green Methanol Supply to Golden Island for Bunkering Trial in Singapore
(Towngas) The Hong Kong and China Gas Company Limited (Towngas) has announced the successful completion of its green methanol supply commitment to Singapore-based Golden Island Pte Ltd, delivering 5,000 tonnes of ISCC EU-certified green methanol for bunkering operations in Singapore. This
July 24, 2025 Read Full Article
Galveston LNG Bunker Port and Loa Carbon Sign Letter of Intent to Produce e-LNG Fuels
(Galveston LNG Bunker Port) Loa Carbon, a leader in the production of e-methane, and Galveston LNG Bunker Port will provide e-LNG fuel to the maritime bunker market in the US Gulf Coast -- Texas-based Galveston LNG Bunker Port, LLC (GLBP) and
July 24, 2025 Read Full Article
Energy Projects Conference & Expo --- June 17-18, 2026 --- Houston, TX
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July 24, 2025 Read Full Article
Outlooks on SAF and Energy Trajectories: Energy Projects Conference & Expo 2025
by Jenna Bloxom* (Advanced Biofuels USA) The Energy Projects Conference & Expo 2025 was billed as “the largest event globally for professionals working on major energy projects” with an estimated 10,000+ attendees across the diverse energy spectrum uniting for “6 leading
July 24, 2025 Read Full Article
Understanding Biocarbon and Its Climate Impact
(NorthX Climate Tech/Canadian Biomass) It’s no secret that B.C. has a slash pile problem. Each year, millions of tonnes of low-quality forest residues are burned, releasing carbon and creating risks. But what if these and other residuals could unlock climate solutions
July 23, 2025 Read Full Article
Addressing a Gap in the Canadian Bioeconomy: Micro-Certificate Programs Provide Life Cycle Assessment and Clean Fuel Policies Training to Professionals across North America.
(BC Bioenergy Network/Canadian Biomass) Canada’s growing bioeconomy is charting a course towards a low-carbon future, but a crucial skills gap has emerged as a significant challenge. As the country’s Clean Fuel Regulations (CFR) mandate liquid fossil fuel suppliers to reduce the
July 23, 2025 Read Full Article
Japan Trade Deal Reduces Tariffs, Boosting US Agricultural, Protein, and Biofuel Exports
by Samyak Pandey (S&P Global) Japan reduces 25% tariff on US imports to 15%, opening markets; The deal boosts US agricultural exports to Japan, a vital trading partner; Improved market access may drive 5%-10% gains in US agricultural and protein exp ... The announcement via
July 23, 2025 Read Full Article
Formula 1 on Track to be Net Zero by 2030 with 26% Reduction in Carbon Footprint
(Formula 1) Formula 1 is firmly on track to achieve becoming Net Zero by 2030, having delivered a 26% reduction in its carbon emissions by the end of 2024 – over halfway towards achieving its minimum 50% emissions reduction target. -- Formula
July 23, 2025 Read Full Article
Looking for New Ways to Grow Corn Demand
by Erin Anderson (Brownfield Ag News) A farmer director with the National Corn Growers Association says producers need additional markets for their crop. J.R. Roesner says a federal fix for nationwide, year-round E-15 is the first step. “We then have to push towards
July 23, 2025 Read Full Article
Greenhouse Gas Accounting Procedures May Overlook Bio-derived Aviation Fuel
(University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign/Phys.Org) Low carbon fuel policies are intended to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions from transportation. However, rigid carbon intensity (CI) accounting procedures in current policies may limit CI responsiveness across candidate sites and facilities. Work published in the journal ACS Sustainable
July 23, 2025 Read Full Article
Agriculture Climate Law Hits a Wall at USDA -- The Trump Administration Is Stalling Implementation of the Growing Climate Solutions Act, a Bipartisan Law to Help Farmers Engage in Carbon Markets.
by Marc Heller (Politico Greenwire) A climate change law once hailed as a bipartisan triumph may be fading out before it's even in place. -- Congress enacted the Growing Climate Solutions Act in 2022 with the aim of helping farmers navigate the
July 23, 2025 Read Full Article
US Forest Service Funds Pellet, Biochar, Bioenergy Projects
by Erin Krueger (Biomass Magazine) U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins on July 17 announced the U.S. Forest Service is awarding $80 million in Wood Innovation Grants to spur wood products manufacturing, expand active forest management, and accelerate energy innovation. “The United
July 23, 2025 Read Full Article
Congressman Flood Introduces the Sustainable Aviation Fuel Information Act
(Office of Congressman Mike Flood (R-NE 1st) U.S. Congressmen Mike Flood (NE-01) and Congressman Troy A. Carter, Sr. (LA-02) announced that they introduced the Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) Information Act. This bill would direct the United States Energy Information Administration (EIA) to
July 23, 2025 Read Full Article
Soybeans Are Searching for a Demand Story, and Something Big Is Brewing
by Tyne Morgan (AgWeb) As soybean exports face increasing uncertainty, the United Soybean Board says it’s focused on drumming up more domestic demand. -- ... In addition to $10 soybeans, tariffs are hanging over the export outlook — an important factor considering
July 23, 2025 Read Full Article
SD Guthrie Powers Ahead with B30 Biodiesel Pilot Project in Carey Island
(SD Guthrie) Guthrie will transition all operational machinery and diesel-powered vehicles on the island to run on B30 biodiesel, a blend of 30% palm-based biodiesel and 70% petroleum-based diesel -- SD Guthrie Berhad (Guthrie) has launched the B30 Biodiesel pilot project with
July 23, 2025 Read Full Article
11 New Hydrogen Projects Accelerate Development of Sustainable Hydrogen
(Netherlands Enterprise Agency) 11 new projects with large electrolysers are being launched by companies in the Netherlands, which will produce sustainable hydrogen with the help of subsidies. Together, these electrolysers have a capacity of approximately 602 megawatts (MW). Refineries, the chemical
July 23, 2025 Read Full Article
Par Pacific, Mitsubishi, and ENEOS to Establish Joint Venture for Renewable Fuels in Hawaii
((Par Pacific/Globe Newswire) Par Pacific Holdings, Inc. (including its subsidiaries and affiliates, “Par Pacific”), Mitsubishi Corporation (“Mitsubishi”), and ENEOS Corporation ("ENEOS”) today announced the signing of definitive agreements to establish Hawaii Renewables, LLC (“Hawaii Renewables”), a joint venture to produce renewable
July 23, 2025 Read Full Article
Liquid CO2 and Low Temperature Applications
by Sam A. Rushing (Advanced Cryogenics/Biofuels Digest) By far, cryogenic freezing of food products is the hallmark of low temperature applications for the commodity. ... Cryogenic freezing (usage) of the product is often represents the lion’s share of new developments which these
July 23, 2025 Read Full Article
The Pure Player: XCF Global Pursues a Winning Hand in SAF
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) ... Then comes the newcomer. A public company, no aliases, no shell games. XCF Global (NASDAQ: SAFX), the only pure-play SAF firm in the United States—and maybe the world—slides into its seat. A hush falls. The
July 23, 2025 Read Full Article
2025 ABO Webinar Series: The Algae Forest: Intensifying Algae Growth in Wastewater Treatment --- August 21, 2025 --- ONLINE
A summary of the development of the Algae Forest wastewater treatment system developed by AlgaFilm, and recent results from field pilot testing at the Metro Vancouver’s Annacis Research and Event Center. Presenter Co-Founder & CEOAlgaFilm Ahren Britton is an experienced wastewater treatment and
July 22, 2025 Read Full Article
LanzaTech Awarded Significant Grant by UK Government to Propel Sustainable Aviation Fuel Production
(LanzaTech) Funding from Department for Transport to advance two commercial-scale plants in the UK -- LanzaTech Global, Inc. (NASDAQ: LNZA) (“LanzaTech” or the “Company”) a leader in carbon management solutions, announced it has received a grant of £6.4 million from the UK
July 22, 2025 Read Full Article
Fastmarkets Feedstocks & Biofuels South America 2025 --- August 14, 2025 --- São Paulo, Brazil
Join industry leaders in exploring South America’s role in the evolving global biofuel feedstocks and animal feed markets. This comprehensive one-day event offers expert analysis, networking opportunities, and actionable insights across the agricultural value chain. Comprehensive Coverage From feedstocks to feed, get
July 22, 2025 Read Full Article
Farm Ministry Flags Higher Diversion of Maize for Ethanol Amid Concerns over Import Dependency
by Shubhangi Mathur & Priyansh Verma (Money Control) These concerns that were conveyed to the petroleum ministry stem from India becoming import dependent for a grain that it typically exports. -- India's agriculture ministry has flagged a surge in the amount of
July 22, 2025 Read Full Article
$9.8 Million Secured to Develop California Bioeconomy Innovation Campus in North San Joaquin Valley
(BEAM Circular) BEAM Circular announced today a major milestone for California's clean technology and biomanufacturing future with $9.8 million in new funding secured for the California Bioeconomy Innovation Campus—a state-of-the-art facility designed to scale breakthrough technologies that convert agricultural byproducts, food
July 22, 2025 Read Full Article
Broco Energy Partners with Massport to Fuel a Greener Future with Renewable Diesel, Driving Carbon Reduction Solutions across Key Facilities
(Broco Energy/PR Newswire) Broco Energy, a leading energy provider and a recognized leader in clean energy solutions across New England, is proud to announce a new partnership with the Massachusetts Port Authority (Massport) to deliver and transition Massport's fuel tanks
July 22, 2025 Read Full Article
AB Akola Group Temporarily Postpones Construction of Biomethane Plant in Kaišiadorys
(AB Akola Group/Globe Newswire/Yahoo! Finance) AB Akola Group, an investment company that owns one of the largest agricultural and food production groups in the Baltic States, has temporarily postponed the construction of a biomethane gas production plant in the Kaišiadorys
July 22, 2025 Read Full Article
Gevo Sells Carbon Credits from North Dakota Asset
(Gevo) High-integrity carbon removal credits will be used to support buyer’s decarbonization and to mitigate corporate travel emissions -- Gevo, Inc. (NASDAQ: GEVO) is pleased to announce that it is selling carbon abatement into the market for the first time. To
July 22, 2025 Read Full Article
Avia Solutions Group Will Build the Largest and Most Modern Sustainable Aviation Fuel Plant in Northern Europe in Liepāja
(irliepaja.lv (Google translation)) The world's largest full-service aircraft leasing provider, Avia Solutions Group, together with its Latvian partners in the joint venture NorSAF, have launched an ambitious project - the largest sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) plant in Northern Europe will be
July 22, 2025 Read Full Article
The Digest’s 2025 Multi-Slide Guide to Alcohol Spray and Hydrogen Jet Experiments and Modeling
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) This project supports off-road engine decarbonization via methanol and hydrogen, emphasizing injection challenges. Methanol experiments reveal significant plume collapse and accelerated inter-plume regions under flash-boiling, with slow evaporation causing potential wall wetting. Hydrogen jet studies show
July 22, 2025 Read Full Article
Commission Concludes Examination of Potential Chinese Biofuel Imports Fraud
(European Commission) The Commission has concluded its examination of fraud allegations notified by the German authorities in 2023 in relation to biodiesel imports from China. The Commission identified some systemic weaknesses in the way certification audits have been conducted and is
July 22, 2025 Read Full Article
Global Oil and Gas Emissions Standard Put on Pause after Shell, Others Walk Away, FT Says
by Gursimran Kaur and Surbhi Misra (Reuters) Shell (SHEL.L) and other leading energy groups have abandoned a six-year-long attempt to define a net zero emissions strategy after being told that such a standard would require them to stop developing new oil and gas
July 22, 2025 Read Full Article
State Awards $800K to Navitas Global to Revive Long-Idle Ethanol Plant in Portales
by Natalie Robbins (Albuquerque Journal) Renewable energy company Navitas Global will receive an $800,000 grant from the New Mexico Economic Development Department to hire staff and revive a dormant ethanol production facility in Portales, state officials announced this month. The funds will
July 22, 2025 Read Full Article
In Ohio, Oil and Gas Industry Is Steering New Carbon Capture Bill
by Kathiann M. Kowalski (Canary Media) Newly obtained public records show that the industry has worked hard to ensure the legislation prioritizes their interests over climate change concerns. -- An Ohio bill that would establish rules for underground carbon dioxide storage is
July 22, 2025 Read Full Article
Return of The Rubik’s Cube: Higher Blends the Simple Solution to Match Up RVOs, SREs, E15, Tax Credits, & RINS
by Doug Durante (Clean Fuels Development Coalition/Biofuels Digest) The only way to ensure the long term health of the biofuel (RFS) program is with more biofuels. That is because the construct of the RFS allows RINS and SREs to eat away at
July 22, 2025 Read Full Article
The Digest’s 2025 Multi-Slide Guide to SAF
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) Global planned capacity for Renewable Diesel (RD), Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF), and Dimethyl Ether (DME) reached 23.699 billion units by June 2024, a 3% increase. Key drivers include RFS RVOs and Net Zero targets. A significant
July 21, 2025 Read Full Article
The New European Hydrogen Methodology and BRICS Discussions on Emission Accounting
by Jefferson dos Santos Estevo* (Advanced Biofuels USA) The growing importance of low-emission hydrogen in the global energy transition has driven a series of regulatory and diplomatic initiatives aimed at standardizing the greenhouse gas (GHG) emission criteria associated with its production. Among
July 21, 2025 Read Full Article
BETO Announces the Department of Energy AlgaePrize 2023 - 2025 Grand Champion
(U.S. Department of Energy) The U.S Department of Energy (DOE) Bioenergy Technologies Office (BETO), in partnership with the Algae Foundation and NREL, announced the grand champion and top four winning teams of the 2023 - 2025 U.S. Department of Energy AlgaePrize Competition! Launched in 2022 and in its
July 21, 2025 Read Full Article
Confiscated Oil Palm Land Transferred to Agrinas for Green Energy Production
by Julian Isaac (Indonesia Business Post) State-owned palm oil company PT Agrinas Palma Nusantara has targeted the confiscated land it manages to produce at least 25 tons per hectare (ha) of palm oil per year, with a focus in the production
July 21, 2025 Read Full Article
Ethanol Agency Gets Consultative Role at the IMO
by Konica Bhatt (Engine) Ethanol-focused group Climate Ethanol Alliance (CEA) has been granted official non-government consultative status by the IMO. -- This status will allow CEA to contribute technical insights and policy recommendations on ethanol-based technology adoption in the maritime sector. According to
July 21, 2025 Read Full Article
Tax Credits Drive Carbon Capture Deployment in our Annual Energy Outlook
by Will Sommer, Jeff Bennett, Kendyl Partridge, and Anna Cororaton (Today in Energy/U.S. Energy Information Administration) In our recently published Annual Energy Outlook 2025 (AEO2025), we introduce our new Carbon Capture, Allocation, Transportation, and Sequestration module (CCATS), which allows us to model carbon
July 21, 2025 Read Full Article
Listening Sessions on California's Clean Air Act Waivers --- July 21 (Fresno, CA); July 23 (Sacramento); July 31 (Long Beach); July 29 (Statewide) and ONLINE
State agencies will hold a series of public sessions to inform additional actions to advance adoption of zero-emission cars, trucks and buses in California. This effort follows an executive order by Governor Gavin Newsom in response to illegal federal actions
July 21, 2025 Read Full Article
VTT Gel Fuels Seeks Investors
(VTT Gel Fuels) VTT Gel Fuels is dedicated to providing sustainable, clean, and affordable cooking solutions to households in Sub-Saharan Africa. We propose the introduction of biofuel stoves, which offer numerous health, environmental, and economic benefits compared to traditional cooking
July 20, 2025 Read Full Article
From Sky to Soil; The Role of Durable Carbon Removal in Agriculture --- July 28, 2025 --- ONLINE
Join the Institute for Responsible Carbon Removal for the next event in its webinar series, “Scrubbing the Skies: The Role of Carbon Dioxide Removal in Combating Climate Change.” The series focuses on scientific, technological, legal, political, and justice-focused issues associated with carbon
July 19, 2025 Read Full Article
DNV Advances Skylark to Enable Safe Scaling of CO2 Pipelines for Carbon Capture and Storage
(DNV) DNV is advancing Skylark, a joint industry project to enhance our understanding of carbon dioxide (CO₂) pipeline operations ensuring regulators and operators globally have access to the highest quality of information to make their decisions. Developed in collaboration with the UK
July 18, 2025 Read Full Article
Court Consolidates North Dakota Suits against Summit Carbon Pipeline
by Jeff Beach (North Dakota Monitor/Des Moines Register) - Two North Dakota lawsuits against Summit Carbon Solutions and the North Dakota Public Service Commission have been merged. - The lawsuits challenge the PSC's permitting process, citing concerns about local zoning authority
July 18, 2025 Read Full Article
Moeve & Zaffra Sign Memorandum of Understanding to Develop e-SAF Facilities in Spain
(Moeve) The agreement aims to help comply with ReFuelEU Aviation targets to decarbonize flying; Under ReFuelEU Aviation, 1.2% of the fuel supplied at EU airports must be synthetic fuels like e-SAF by 2030; Electro-Sustainable Aviation Fuel (e-SAF) is a highly-scalable next-generation synthetic aviation
July 18, 2025 Read Full Article
Qarlbo Biodiversity and Woodland Biofuels Sign Agreement to Advance Sustainable Forestry
(Qarlbo Biodiversity/PR Newswire) Biodiversity leader agrees to sell up to 500,000 tons of sustainably sourced pine forest thinnings from U.S. properties to Toronto-based Woodland Biofuels -- Qarlbo Biodiversity has signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with Woodland Biofuels to supply up to
July 18, 2025 Read Full Article
The Digest’s 2025 Multi-Slide Guide to Feedstocks and Advanced Agriculture
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) Demand for Sustainable, Affordable, Reliable, Available (SARA) feedstock is sky-high, especially for SAF, but it’s tough to find. Competition and pushback exist for conventional crops, necessitating more residues, like forest waste. Positively, new technologies for waste-to-fuels
July 18, 2025 Read Full Article
Shanghai Electric Produces First Batch of Green Hydrogen-Based Methanol at the 680MW Taonan Plant in Jilin
(Fuel Cells Works) -Shanghai Electric has reportedly produced its first batch of green hydrogen-based methanol at the 680MW Taonan plant in Jilin, marking a major milestone in China’s renewable fuel sector. -The demonstration phase integrates wind power and biomass gasification,
July 18, 2025 Read Full Article
Green Hydrogen’s Double Bind: Is It about Global Breakthroughs or Market Breakdowns?
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) Green hydrogen stands at a crossroads—hailed as a linchpin of the low-carbon future, yet caught in a double bind between stunning technical progress and the stubborn realities of implementation. Shanghai Electric just delivered its first barrels
July 18, 2025 Read Full Article
Pearson Fuels Launches Second Annual E85 Day with $1.85 Fuel August 5-6, 2025
(Pearson Fuels) Big savings are coming to flex fuel vehicle drivers. In celebration of the second annual national E85 Day, Pearson Fuels is dropping the price of E85 to $1.85 per gallon at over 230 participating locations across California. From 8:30 a.m.
July 18, 2025 Read Full Article
Global Ethanol Summit --- October 19-22, 2025 --- Washington, DC
Global Ethanol Summit 2025 (GES25) is a premier industry event to engage with experts from around the world on global ethanol opportunities and provide meaningful connections with industry partners. Featuring more than 450 policymakers, ministerial level officials and senior industry
July 18, 2025 Read Full Article
EU's 'Green' Fuel Mandate Costly and Not Helping Environment, IATA Says
by Jun Yuan Yong (Reuters) The International Air Transport Association on Wednesday stepped up criticism of the European Union's sustainable aviation fuel mandate as a costly initiative that is not helping the environment as regional supplies there remain low. "The idea that
July 18, 2025 Read Full Article
LanzaJet’s $200 Mn Green Jet Fuel Plant to Launch by September-End Despite Policy, Cost Hurdles
by Sonali Mukherjee (Outlook Planet) Georgia’s $200 Mn ethanol-to-jet fuel plant to start by September despite limited tax credits and high production costs -- LanzaJet announced that its factory, first one designed to make green jet fuel from ethanol is expected to
July 18, 2025 Read Full Article
EPA: 6 New SRE Petitions Filed; 195 SRE Petitions Currently Pending
by Erin Krueger (Ethanol Producer Magazine) The U.S. EPA on July 17 published updated small refinery exemption (SRE) data, reporting that six new SRE petitions have been filed under the Renewable Fuel Standard during the past month. A total of 195
July 18, 2025 Read Full Article
Digging into the Potential for Lower Emission Mining Operations
(ExxonMobile/Mining Technology) Mining is essential for modern life and demand is expected to grow. Diesel is expected to play a key role in mining through 2040, especially in haul truck operations. Productivity and efficiency gains can support emission reduction roadmaps of
July 18, 2025 Read Full Article
The Digest’s 2025 Multi-Slide Guide to Renewable Chemicals & Materials
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) Consumer demand for biobased materials is strong, and innovation is rampant with first commercial products becoming more common. Chemicals and materials offer higher margins suitable for early-stage companies. However, the sector faces significant headwinds, including a
July 18, 2025 Read Full Article
Announcement of China Maritime Day 2025
(Ministry of Transport of the People's Republic of China/ China Transportation News Network) Today (July 11, 2025) is the 21st Maritime Day in my country, and also the implementation day of "World Maritime Day" in my country. In order to further promote
July 17, 2025 Read Full Article
Trump’s Shipbuilding Push Falters as NSC Maritime Office Gutted
by Gram Slattery (Reuters/G Captain) Two senior officials at the White House National Security Council have left their roles in recent days, according to two sources familiar with the moves, the latest departures for a body that has been cut sharply in recent
July 17, 2025 Read Full Article
Seabound Launches World-First Onboard Marine Carbon Capture Project with Hartmann, InterMaritime, and Heidelberg Materials
(Seabound/PR Newswire) Captured carbon on cement-carrying ship to serve as limestone input at Heidelberg Materials pioneering cement plant in Brevik, Norway -- Seabound, a UK-based leader in marine carbon capture, has launched a first-of-its-kind onboard carbon capture project in partnership with Hartmann
July 17, 2025 Read Full Article
ClassNK launches “ClassNK Fleet Cost Simulation” Service - Supporting Cost Estimation for Regulatory Compliance, Including IMO Mid-Term Measures
(Class NK) ClassNK has launched a new service, "ClassNK Fleet Cost Simulation," as part of its "ClassNK Transition Support Services," which aims to facilitate the maritime industry’s transition to decarbonized fuels. This new service estimates the cost impact of GHG emission
July 17, 2025 Read Full Article
ITOCHU Announces Newbuilding Order for Ammonia Bunkering Vessel
(ITOCHU) ITOCHU Corporation (headquartered in Minato-ku, Tokyo; Keita Ishii, President & COO; hereinafter “ITOCHU”) announced today that it recently signed a shipbuilding contract for the construction of a 5,000 m3 ammonia bunkering vessel (hereinafter the “Vessel”) with Sasaki Shipbuilding Co., Ltd. (hereinafter
July 17, 2025 Read Full Article
Interview -- DNV: Maritime in APAC Undergoes ‘Transformative Change’ towards Growth, Sustainability
(Manifold Times) Newly appointed Senior Vice President & Regional Manager, South East Asia, Pacific & India, Maritime at DNV, Antony DSouza shares the firm’s role in shaping the future of maritime of APAC. -- ... MT: The maritime industry is going through
July 17, 2025 Read Full Article
Singapore: Bunker Fuel Sales Soar by 7.5% on Year in June 2025
(Manifold Times) 4.59 million mt of various marine fuel grades were delivered at the world’s largest bunkering port in June, up from 4.27 million mt recorded during the similar month in 2024, according to MPA. ... Bio-blended variants of marine fuel oil, low
July 17, 2025 Read Full Article
China Launches Green Methanol Bunkering at Dalian Port
(China Daily) China's green shipping ambitions took a significant step forward as the country's first bonded green methanol bunkering operation in the northeast was completed at Dalian Port in Liaoning province recently. The operation fueled the COSCO Shipping Yangpu, China's first methanol dual-fuel
July 17, 2025 Read Full Article
DTNA Recalibrates Strategy, Prioritizes Diesel Over Alternative Fuels
(Advanced Clean Tech News) Daimler Trucks North America (DTNA) is dialing back its near-term commitment to battery-electric and hydrogen fuel cell trucks, signaling a strategic shift that puts diesel powertrains back at the center of its North American operations. The move
July 17, 2025 Read Full Article
Nebraska Ethanol Board Welcomes E30 Demonstration Interim Report
(Nebraska Ethanol Board) The Nebraska Ethanol Board (NEB) today announced the publication of the interim report for Phase II of the E30 Demonstration. The project is demonstrating the viability of E30 fuel (a blend of 30% ethanol and 70% gasoline) in
July 17, 2025 Read Full Article
Regina, Saskatchewan Issued 3 Investment-Grade BDO Zone Ratings
(Biofuel Development Opportunity Zone Initiative) Investment Grade Ratings Establish Regina as Premier Bio-Economy Hub -- Economic Development Regina, Ecostrat and the BDO Zone Initiative are pleased to announce the issue of three investment grade BDO Zone Ratings for Regina, SK. These ratings establish Regina as a
July 16, 2025 Read Full Article
Carbon Clean Accelerates Carbon Capture with Launch of Global Innovation Centre in India
(Carbon Clean) Carbon Clean, a global leader in revolutionising carbon capture solutions, today announced the official opening of its new Global Innovation Centre (GIC) in Navi Mumbai, India. The GIC will be one of the world’s largest dedicated carbon capture research facilities, spanning
July 16, 2025 Read Full Article
Neste to Supply Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) to DHL Express at Singapore Changi Airport in One of the Largest SAF Deals in the Air Cargo Sector in Asia
(Neste) Supply of 7,400 tons (9.5 million liters) of neat sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) from July 2025 to June 2026; One of the largest SAF deals in Asia in the air cargo sector, and DHL’s first SAF purchase for international flights from
July 16, 2025 Read Full Article
Landus Creates New Premium Opportunities with Clean Fuel Regulation Initiative
(Landus) Farmers can easily enroll their 2025 crop in the program starting in August -- Iowa farmers have a new market opportunity for their 2025 soybean crop. Landus is expanding its Clean Fuel Regulation (CFR) initiative, made possible by recent policy changes expected to
July 16, 2025 Read Full Article
Jack, the Giant, the Beanstalk, and SAF: A Battle for the Golden Skies
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) ... In Texas, XCF Global has already invested $350 million to bring New Rise Reno online and plans nearly $1 billion more to build a sprawling network of SAF plants across the U.S. and Australia, betting big that
July 16, 2025 Read Full Article
Forest Products North America and International Containerboard Conference 2025 --- October 14-16, 2025 --- Miami, FL
Explore North America’s forest products industry and gain insights into the pulp, paper, packaging, and international containerboard markets. Hear from experts addressing key industry challenges and discover new opportunities. Network with producers, suppliers, mills, and end users to stay competitive
July 16, 2025 Read Full Article
Japan Introduces Action Plan for Introduction of E10, E20
by Erin Voegele (Ethanol Producer Magazine) Japan’s Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (METI) on June 10 introduced an action plan to introduce E10 and E20 gasoline blends, according to a report filed with the USDA Foreign Agricultural Service’s Global Agricultural
July 16, 2025 Read Full Article
Mexico Aiming for SAF Production by 2030
by Jesse Allen (American Ag Network) Mexico intends to produce its own sustainable aviation fuel by 2030. Julio Diaz Cruz of the National Chamber of Air Transport says success will depend on industry stakeholders collaborating effectively. Cruz said Mexico’s Federal Civil
July 16, 2025 Read Full Article
How IATA is a Sustainable Aviation Matchmaker
by Aaron McMillan (Procurement Magazine) Thanks to a new matchmaker platform, IATA is helping to connect airlines seeking sustainable aviation fuel with SAF producers offering supply The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has established the Sustainable Aviation Fuel Matchmaker platform to help
July 16, 2025 Read Full Article
Exiled Biden Officials Release Carbon Technology Wish List
by Corbin Hair (Politico Pro Climatewire) The group identified about 30 climate policies. Some of them might even find bipartisan support. -- Veterans of the Biden-era Department of Energy have developed a list of policies for advancing technologies to capture carbon dioxide
July 16, 2025 Read Full Article
USTR Announces Initiation of Section 301 Investigation of Brazil’s Unfair Trading Practices Public Comment DEADLINE August 18, 2025
(Office of U.S. Trade Representative) Today (July 15, 2025), the Office of the United States Trade Representative initiated an investigation of Brazil under Section 301 of the Trade Act of 1974. The investigation will seek to determine whether acts, policies, and
July 16, 2025 Read Full Article
Stellantis Discontinues Hydrogen Fuel Cell Programme and Van Production
by Giulia Segreti, Mathias de Rozario and Dominique Patton (Reuters/Yahoo! Finance) Carmaker Stellantis said on Wednesday it would discontinue its hydrogen fuel cell technology programme and no longer launch hydrogen-powered vehicles this year, raising questions about the future of hydrogen subsidiary
July 16, 2025 Read Full Article
Ontario Protecting Forest Sector Jobs and Workers: Province Investing over $9 Million to Support Economic Growth in Eastern Ontario
(Government of Ontario, Canada) The Government of Ontario is protecting workers and jobs in the forest sector by investing over $9.1 million in five research, innovation and modernization projects in Eastern Ontario. The investments from the Forest Biomass Program will help
July 16, 2025 Read Full Article
Drax Foundation Connects Louisiana Youth to Agriculture Opportunities
(Drax Group/Biomass Magazine) Renewable energy company Drax has announced that three U.S. non-profits will receive $249,990 as part of the Drax Foundation’s latest round of donations. The non-profits receiving the donations are the Gulf Coast Center for Ecotourism and Sustainability, the Sustainable Forestry
July 16, 2025 Read Full Article
Additional Agreement with Cathay Pacific for Use of SAF
(Kintetsu World Express) Kintetsu World Express, Inc. (Tokyo, Japan) is pleased to announce that it has signed an additional agreement with Cathay Pacific Airways (Hong Kong, China) for the use of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF). Since 2021, KWE has been in discussions
July 15, 2025 Read Full Article
Shell Aviation, Accenture, Amex GBT Announce Evolution of Avelia
(American Express Global Business Travel/Biobased Diesel Daily) Shell Aviation, one of the largest suppliers of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF), Accenture and American Express Global Business Travel (Amex GBT) announced July 10 that Avelia is in the process of evolving to an
July 15, 2025 Read Full Article
CEVA Logistics and Avolta Launch Sustainable Road Transport Model Capable of Reducing up to 520 Tons of CO₂ Annually
(Ceva Logistics) Pilot project leverages three Duo Trailers fueled by renewable hydrotreated vegetable oil (HVO) along major Barcelona-Madrid transport route -- CEVA Logistics, a global leader in third-party logistics, and Avolta, leading global travel retail and F&B player, launched a new sustainable
July 15, 2025 Read Full Article
Singapore Sets Up Centre to Advance Sustainable Aviation in the Asia Pacific Region
(Civil Aviation Authority of Singapore) CAAS, Airbus, Boeing, Chevron, ExxonMobil, GenZero, IATA, Neste and new Centre sign MOU to support Asia Pacific States in sustainable aviation The Civil Aviation Authority of Singapore (CAAS) has set up the Asia Pacific Sustainable Aviation Centre
July 15, 2025 Read Full Article
Blue Water Switches to Renewable Diesel for Port Activities in Denmark
(Blue Water Shipping/Biobased Diesel Daily) Blue Water Shipping announced July 10 that it is taking a new step in its efforts to reduce the company’s CO2 emissions by introducing hydrotreated vegetable oil (HVO), also known as renewable diesel, for port activities
July 15, 2025 Read Full Article
XCF Global Reports Production of Renewable Fuels During Ramp-up Process
(XCF Global) XCF's New Rise Reno facility has produced SAF, renewable diesel, and renewable naphtha since February 2025 when the facility was commissioned; Deliveries of renewable fuels started in March 2025; Ramp-up process progressing during early months of commercial operation XCF Global, Inc. ("XCF")
July 15, 2025 Read Full Article
EU Palm Oil Imports Declined -- UFOP: Ban on Palm Oil Crediting Proves Effective – POME Should Now also Be Excluded
(Union zur Förderung von Oel- und Proteinpflanzen (UFOP)) EU member states imported significantly less palm oil in the 2024/25 marketing year than the previous year. The decrease in demand from Spain and Italy had an especially high impact on overall figures. From
July 15, 2025 Read Full Article
Petrobras to Invest $6 Billion in Refining, Biorefining and Petrochemical Projects in Rio de Janeiro
(Petrobras/Biobased Diesel Daily) ... The project also includes a dedicated biobased jet-fuel plant at the Boaventura Complex, with a production capacity of 19,000 bpd of renewable fuels—hydrotreated vegetable oil (HVO) and sustainable aviation fuel (SAF)—and two gas-fired power plants at the
July 15, 2025 Read Full Article
DHL Joins Forces with the FIA on Global Logistics Partnership
(DHL Group) For DHL, this partnership is a key step in the organization’s growing involvement in motorsport. Besides this new collaboration, DHL remains the Official Logistics Partner of Formula 1, Formula E, and the World Endurance Championship (WEC). The new partnership includes
July 15, 2025 Read Full Article
Avalon Energy Group and Sulzer Form Strategic Alliance and Partnership to Advance Global Production of Sustainable Aviation Fuel
(Avalon Energy Group/PR.com) Avalon selects BioFlux™ technology for its 100 KTA Sustainable Aviation Fuel project in Uruguay and secures global right to deploy BioFlux technology in SAF plants across Latin America, India, South Africa, Kenya, Eswatini, and the United States. Sulzer
July 15, 2025 Read Full Article
Swire Shipping Launches New Carbon Insetting Programme – ‘Voyage to Zero’
(Swire Shipping) Swire Shipping, a leading shipping company in the Asia-Pacific, today (July 14, 2025) announced the launch of Voyage to Zero, a carbon insetting programme that enables freight customers to reduce their Scope 3 Greenhouse Gas (GHG) emissions, leveraging GHG savings
July 15, 2025 Read Full Article
Hynamics UK and Hy24 Sign Exclusive Partnership to Develop UK's Fawley Green Hydrogen Project
(Hynamics) MoU covers development and funding of Fawley Green Hydrogen Project with the ambition to codevelop additional UK projects On the eve of the UK-France Summit 2025, Hynamics UK, a 100% subsidiary of EDF Group specialising in low-carbon and renewable hydrogen production,
July 15, 2025 Read Full Article
The Digest’s 2025 Multi-Slide Guide to Renewable Diesel
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) Global planned RD/SAF capacity is rising, supported by international mandates like RFS and ReFuelEU Aviation, with accelerating deployment and diverse technologies. Feedstock is generally affordable and available. Major headwinds include slower adoption than goals, a “mandate lite”
July 15, 2025 Read Full Article
Recarbonizing Industry with Biomass-Derived Syngas for Green Carbon, Real Impact
by Qi Chen, Pete Rocha (LEC Partners/Biofuels Digest) From aviation to cement, industries reliant on fossil based-carbon need a sustainable substitute—not just to meet climate targets but to remain competitive. In these industries, decarbonization should not be the goal, but recarbonization with a
July 15, 2025 Read Full Article
CoBank Report Discusses Biofuel Policy Uncertainty
by Erin Krueger (Ethanol Producer Magazine) CoBank’s latest quarterly research report, released July 10, highlights current uncertainty around the implementation of three biofuel policies, including Renewable Fuel Standard renewable volume obligations (RVOs), small refinery exemptions (SREs) and the 45Z clean fuels
July 15, 2025 Read Full Article
Clean Energy Is the Conservative Path to an Even Stronger Kansas Economy | Opinion
by Malcom Proudfit and Frank Wolak (Good Enegy Solutions and Fuel Cell and Hydrogen Energy Associaiton/The Kansas City Star) We have everything it takes to lead on biofuels, wind and solar power. We need policies that support innovation. -- ... Kansas
July 15, 2025 Read Full Article
STB Seeks Nominations for RETAC DEADLINE August 8, 2025
by Erin Krueger (Ethanol Producer Magazine) The Surface Transportation Board is seeking nominations to fill nine vacancies on its Rail Energy Transportation Advisory Committee, including one vacancy that must be filled by an individual representing biofuel feedstock growers or providers and
July 15, 2025 Read Full Article
USDA Abruptly Cancels Rural Energy Grant Application Window
by Kari Lydersen (Canary Media) It’s the latest setback for the longstanding REAP (Rural Energy for America Program) program, casting uncertainty over the future of a resource that helps farmers save on energy and install solar. -- ... But the program, known
July 15, 2025 Read Full Article
Nationwide E-15 Legislation Is Needed First Step to Expanding Demand
by Jaren White (Brownfield Ag News) The vice president of the Illinois Corn Growers Association says Congressional action to approve nationwide, year-round E-15 is just the first step to expanding demand for the renewable fuel. Mark Bunselmeyer, who farms in Macon County,
July 15, 2025 Read Full Article
Solvay and Enagás Join Forces to Develop Strategic Hydrogen Storage Hub in Spain
(Solvay) Partnering to enable safe hydrogen storage in salt caverns in Cantabria -- Solvay and Enagás have signed an agreement to develop a hydrogen storage hub in Polanco, Cantabria. The project will leverage Solvay's proven expertise in developing salt caverns infrastructure - originally created
July 14, 2025 Read Full Article
The Digest’s 2025 Multi-Slide Guide to LanzaTech
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) LanzaTech’s 3Q 2024 saw revenue of $9.9 million and a gross margin of 18%, with an Adjusted EBITDA Loss of $(27.1) million. Newsworthy strategic actions include launching Project Drake, a 30M gallon/year SAF facility, and a
July 14, 2025 Read Full Article
Kuribayashi Shipping Joins in Feasibility Study on Biofuel Supply Chain Derived from the Non-edible Crop Jatropha
(Kuribayashi Shipping Co./PR Times (Google Translation)) On July 1, 2025, Kuribayashi Shipping Co., Ltd. (Head office: Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo; President and CEO: Hiroyoshi Kuribayashi) and Nippon Biofuels Co., Ltd. (Head office: Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo; President and CEO: Makoto Goda; hereinafter referred to
July 14, 2025 Read Full Article
China Firms Plan Green Methanol Network
by Jim Kendrick (Biofuels Digest) In China, China Marine Fuel Company and PowerChina’s Beijing Engineering Corporation have signed a framework agreement to develop a green methanol supply chain for the shipping sector, linking production, storage, distribution, and bunkering into a single
July 14, 2025 Read Full Article
Energy China: 200,000 Tons of Renewable Ammonia Capacity Online this September
by Kevin Rouwenhorst (Ammonia Energy Association) CEEC (China Energy Engineering Group Co., Ltd.), also known as Energy China, is a state-owned energy conglomerate with a background in infrastructure projects. CEEC is globally active, and has delivered numerous renewable projects. Through its
July 14, 2025 Read Full Article
Zeldin to Choose New Slate of Air Advisers Public Comment DEADLINE July 29, 2025
by Sean Reilly (Politico Pro Greenwire) The EPA administrator will pick outside experts who will weigh in on consequential and increasingly politicized reviews of air pollution rules. -- EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin, who has pledged to ensure clean air for all Americans,
July 14, 2025 Read Full Article
RSB Webinar on Upgraded GHG Tools to Support Accurate, Reliable Emissions Calculations --- July 15, 2025 --- ONLINE
The Roundtable on Sustainable Biomaterials (RSB) is pleased to announce the launch of its newly upgraded greenhouse gas (GHG) calculation tools — the Biofuel and Biomass RSB GHG Tool and the RCF and RFNBO RSB GHG Tool— marking a major milestone in the
July 14, 2025 Read Full Article
RSB Launches Upgraded GHG Tools to Support Accurate, Reliable Emissions Calculations
(Roundtable on Sustainable Biomaterials) The Roundtable on Sustainable Biomaterials (RSB) is pleased to announce the launch of its newly upgraded greenhouse gas (GHG) calculation tools — the Biofuel and Biomass RSB GHG Tool and the RCF and RFNBO RSB GHG Tool— marking a major
July 14, 2025 Read Full Article
BAM Begins Tests with Digitally Monitored Hydrogen Research Filling Station
(BAM/electrive) The German Federal Institute for Materials Research and Testing (BAM) has commissioned a research hydrogen filling station at its test site. BAM aims to develop and trial new quality assurance technologies for all technical processes. -- According to BAM, it is
July 14, 2025 Read Full Article
Brazil Invites Indonesia to Join Global Biofuels Alliance
by Jayanty Nada Shofa (Jakarta Globe) Brazil is looking to bring the world’s largest palm oil producer Indonesia onto the Global Biofuels Alliance, a group of countries that seeks to bump up the uptake of sustainable biofuels. Biofuels took the center stage when Brazilian
July 14, 2025 Read Full Article
America Reveals the $6 Billion Engine of the Future – No Hydrogen, No Ammonia, No Electric
by D. Garcia (EcoNews) ... The world’s largest carmaker, Stellantis, operating under the 14 brands, which include Fiat, Peugeot, and Jeep – has, in a recent statement, revealed it will invest $6 billion into the South American market to build a
July 14, 2025 Read Full Article
The Digest’s 2025 Multi-Slide Guide to Bunge
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) Bunge reported a strong start to Q1 2025 with adjusted net income per share of $1.81. Key strategic actions include preparing for the Viterra transaction closing, terminating the CJ Selecta acquisition, and agreeing to sell U.S.
July 14, 2025 Read Full Article
Food Safety Preventive Controls for Animal Food Training Course --- August 26-28, 2025 --- Sioux Falls, SD
The Renewable Fuels Association is offering a 2½-day, in-person training course in Sioux Falls, South Dakota using standardized curriculum developed by the Food Safety Preventive Controls Alliance (FSPCA). Participants will receive Certificates of Completion following 20 hours of training by
July 14, 2025 Read Full Article
How Kike Technologies Green Energy Network Is Empowering Women with Clean Biofuel Solutions
by Seyi Taiwo-Oguntuase (Independent) Lilian Aremu, Vice President of Operation Green Energy Biofuels and Co-Founder of Kike Technologies, is a social entrepreneur and transformational leader. In this interview with SEYI TAIWO-OGUNTUASE, she speaks on the organisation’s pioneering efforts in expanding access to
July 12, 2025 Read Full Article
Biodiesel Manufacturing Plant Setup Report 2025: Cost Breakdown, Business Plan and Profitability
(IMARC Group/EIN Presswire) Establishing a biodiesel manufacturing plant requires an in-depth market study coupled with detailed knowledge of operational components such as production processes, sourcing of raw materials, utility management, infrastructure development, machinery selection, workforce organization, logistics, and financial planning. Investing in
July 12, 2025 Read Full Article
Pinnacle Marine Introduces Singapore’s First Fully Biodiesel-Powered Harbor Craft
by Ajsa Habibic (Offshore Energy) Singapore-based vessel builder Pinnacle Marine has launched its first B100 biofuel-powered utility boat, paving the way for the nation’s sustainable harbor craft sector. -- The vessel named President 100 was launched on July 7, 2025, nearly four
July 12, 2025 Read Full Article
India: DGS Seeking for Comments for Proposed National Biofuel Bunkering Guidelines DEADLINE July 18, 2025
(Manifold Times) Guidelines to align Indian practices with international conventions, contributing to a modern, resilient, and environmentally conscious maritime ecosystem. -- The Directorate General of Shipping (DGS), Mumbai on 3 July (2025) issued a notice inviting comments from stakeholders on the draft
July 11, 2025 Read Full Article
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