by Lisandra Paraguassu (Reuters) Brazil will increase the country's mandatory biodiesel mix into diesel from early next year, bringing forward previously set blending targets, the country's energy policy council CNPE decided on Tuesday, also halting biofuel imports until further notice. The measures
The Digest’s 2023 Multi-Slide Guide to CleanJoule
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) CleanJoule has a proprietary process for manufacturing sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) and renewable bio-polymer. The basic building block of these carbon negative products are biologically derived intermediates, which are manufactured by an innovative process. This has
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DOE Announces $59 Million to Advance the National Clean Hydrogen Strategy
(U.S. Department of Energy) The Department of Energy (DOE) today released a funding opportunity announcement (FOA) for up to $59 million to accelerate the research, development, demonstration, and deployment (RDD&D) of affordable clean-hydrogen technologies. Projects supported by this funding will reduce
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APPEC 2024 --- September 9-12, 2024 --- Singapore
Building on the outstanding success of previous years, the focus of APPEC 2024 will expand to deliver an exceptional experience of thought-provoking discussion, insights, and market intelligence across the full energy spectrum and supply chains. As usual, the event will offer unparalleled networking
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Energy Groups Launch Two Green Hydrogen Projects in Italy
by Francesca Landini (Reuters) Four energy companies announced on Tuesday two separate green hydrogen projects in Italy as they move to offer clean fuels to their customers and take advantage of money coming from the European Union's post-pandemic recovery fund. Italian gas
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Global Bioenergy Partnership Annual Wrap-Up
(Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations) ... 2023 was an important year for GBEP, as it was the first time that Partners and Observers met in person for the governance meetings since the COVID-19 pandemic. It was a chance
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OCOchem Raises $5 Million in Seed Funding Led by TO VC
(OCOchem) The climate tech company’s innovation converts CO2 and water into sustainable platform molecules for use in agriculture, energy, and transportation. -- Carbon conversion startup OCOchem has raised $5 million in Seed funding from lead investor TO VC. INPEX Corp. (IPXHF.NaE), the LCY Lee Family Office, and MIH Capital Management also participated
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DSU Receives $300,000 Grant for Microalgae Research
(Delaware State University) The U.S. Department of Agriculture recently awarded two DSU researchers a three-year just under $300,000 grant for a project that could leverage the properties of microalgae toward energy and cancer treatment purposes. The research is being led by Dr. Ali
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Standard Gas and Topsoe to Collaborate on UK-Based Renewable Natural Gas and Methanol Project
(Standard Gas) Standard Gas and Denmark’s Topsoe A/S have agreed to collaborate on a UK-based project to produce renewable natural gas and methanol from residual waste feedstocks. The two companies have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for the Danish group to
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NYK, JERA, and Resonac Start Joint Study on Supplying Ammonia as Fuel to Vessels
(NYK Line) ... On December 12, NYK, JERA Co., Inc. (hereinafter "JERA"), and Resonac Holdings Corporation (hereinafter “Resonac") signed an agreement to jointly study the supply of ammonia as fuel to ships. As part of the Green Innovation Fund Project* of the
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Commission Approves €140 million Portuguese State Aid Scheme to Support the Production of Renewable Hydrogen and Biomethane to Foster the Transition to a Net-Aero Economy
(European Commission) The European Commission has approved a €140 million Portuguese scheme to support the production of renewable hydrogen and biomethane to foster the transition to a net-zero economy, in line with the Green Deal Industrial Plan. The scheme was approved under the State aid Temporary Crisis
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Metro Vancouver Diesel Buses Transitioning to Cleaner, Renewable Fuel
(TransLink) Renewable diesel to reduce emissions from each bus by 80 per cent -- TransLink is introducing renewable diesel into its bus fleet as a cleaner fuel option, in order to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. Renewable diesel comes from organic waste,
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Greenhill Energy Launches $425 Million Plans to Construct Australia's First Large Scale Integrated Waste-to-hydrogen Processing Facility in South Australia
(Greenhill Energy) Greenhill Energy has launched their $425 million plans to build Australia’s first full integrated processing facility to convert landfill waste and sustainable biomass into high value products such as fertilisers and synthetic fuels, and into low-cost clean hydrogen for
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The Digest’s 2023 Multi-Slide Guide to USDA Energy & Climate Action
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) The Inflation Reduction Act provides nearly $40 billion for USDA over the next 10 years to improve life and livelihoods in rural communities. Specific investments include: $19.3 billion for climate-smart agriculture on farms, ranches, and forests;
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India on the Move: The Subcontinent Is Buzzing with Mobility, and Poised to Assume Leadership of the Global Bioeconomy
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) Part 1 of a Digest series on India’s projects, progress and emerging bioeconomy leadership. ... India is vaulting into the leadership of the global bioeconomy. ... India has the first giant post-modern national economy. ... The Post-Modern Economy is different. It
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RFA Analysis: Automakers Endorse E15 for Almost All New 2024 Vehicles
(Renewable Fuels Association) The Renewable Fuels Association’s annual review of vehicle owner’s manuals and warranty statements indicates that E15 is explicitly approved by the manufacturer for use in approximately 95 percent of model year 2024 cars and light trucks. “RFA has worked diligently with
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Carbon Removal: Climate Savior or Distraction?
by Chelsea Harvey (Politico's Power Switch) The technology, which was originally seen as a way to suck down “residual emissions” from industries like cement and steel, is now the object of a burgeoning international industry. It has already attracted the attention
December 18, 2023 Read Full Article
CALL FOR SPEAKERS Carbon Forward Asia 2024 --- March 7-8, 2024 --- Singapore DEADLINE unclear
With Asia contributing 53% of the world’s annual carbon emissions, join us in Singapore and add your voice to this important conversation. Meet world-leading environmental market experts, representatives of government, investors, analysts, brokers and customers. Carbon Forward Asia 2024 will explore The new
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Carbon Forward Asia 2024 --- March 7-8, 2024 --- Singapore
With Asia contributing 53% of the world’s annual carbon emissions, join us in Singapore and add your voice to this important conversation. Meet world-leading environmental market experts, representatives of government, investors, analysts, brokers and customers. Carbon Forward Asia 2024 will explore The new
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CALL FOR SPEAKERS Carbon Forward Conference North America 2024 --- June 2024 --- Toronto, Ontario, Canada DEADLINE unclear
Carbon Forward is coming to North America in 2024 with a two day conference in Toronto in June. Join us and add your voice to the discussion and opportunities in the North American compliance and voluntary market. Whether you are a
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Carbon Forward Conference North America 2024 --- June 11-12, 2024 --- Toronto, Ontario, Canada and ONLINE
Carbon Forward is coming to North America in 2024 with a two day conference in Toronto in June. Join us and add your voice to the discussion and opportunities in the North American compliance and voluntary market. Whether you are a
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CALL FOR SPEAKERS Carbon Forward Conference 2024 --- October 8-10, 2024 --- London, UK and ONLINE DEADLINE unclear
Carbon Forward 2024 will detail the latest and predicted future developments across the environmental markets. Speakers and panels will comprehensively cover compliance carbon market reforms and expansion, the evolution of the voluntary carbon market and the role of removals, Article
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Carbon Forward Conference 2024 --- October 8-10, 2024 --- London, UK and ONLINE
Carbon Forward 2024 will detail the latest and predicted future developments across the environmental markets. Speakers and panels will comprehensively cover compliance carbon market reforms and expansion, the evolution of the voluntary carbon market and the role of removals, Article
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Sustainable Skies World Summit 2024 --- May 15-16, 2024 --- Farnborough, UK
With sustainability being the biggest challenge facing the aerospace and aviation industry, join us for the highly anticipated next edition of the Sustainable Skies World Summit and help accelerate the conversation towards Net Zero and the future of sustainable aviation. We
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Flightpath to Net Zero: Sustainable Aviation Fuel --- May 10, 2024 --- Montreal, Quebec, Canada
Advancing Sustainability in Aviation: International Conference on Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) -- In the pursuit of a greener aviation industry, Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) has emerged as a transformative solution, crafted from vegetable oils or ethanol derived from crops. These biofuels
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ALTA Fuels & Environment Conference --- March 12-14, 2024 --- Bogota, Colombia
The agenda of second edition of the ALTA FUEL & ENVIRONMENT CONFERENCE will address topics related to local initiatives on SAF production and other sustainable fuels like hydrogen in Latin America and the Caribbean, regulatory frameworks, updates on the jet fuel markets,
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Sustainable Aviation Futures APAC Congress --- November 4-6, 2024 --- Singapore
A high-level congress uncovering the opportunities and strategies for SAF and aviation decarbonisation in Asia-Pacific -- Join APAC’s Sustainable Aviation Community in Singapore in 2024 Join us for the Sustainable Aviation Futures APAC congress, as we address the vital advancements of production
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Sustainable Aviation Futures North American Congress --- October 2-4, 2024 --- Houston, TX
ESTABLISHING PATHWAYS FOR SCALING SAF & AVIATION DECARBONIZATION IN NORTH AMERICA -- Sustainable Aviation Futures North America will scale up again in 2024, reflecting the huge growth expected in the SAF production landscape. Will you be there? The region’s leading event
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Sustainable Aviation Futures Congress --- May 21-23, 2024 --- Amsterdam, Netherlands
Europe’s Leading SAF & Aviation Decarbonisation Event 140 Expert Speakers | 500+ Aviation & Energy Industry Professionals | 30+ Hours of Content Sustainable Aviation Futures Congress will feature expert content, networking opportunities with the entire aviation and energy value chain, and in-depth
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Sustainable Aviation Futues MENA --- February 12-14, 2024 --- Dubai, UAE
Pioneering Pathways for Aviation Decarbonisation and Sustainable Fuel Production -- 80 Expert Speakers | 200 Senior-level Attendees | 20+ Hours of Industry Leading Content Sustainable Aviation Futures MENA Congress provides a platform for businesses and organisations to promote their solutions and credentials
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Sustainable Regional Aviation Forum 2024 --- January 16-17, 2024 --- São Miguel, Azores, Portugal
Promoting regional aviation’s sustainability initiatives and progress towards carbon neutral aviation READ MORE
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Fly Green Coalition Launches Initiative to Accelerate Sustainable Aviation Fuel Adoption and Combat Aviation Emissions Crisis
(acrofan) The Fly Green Coalition, a powerful alliance of environmental visionaries and industry leaders, is thrilled to announce its launch, uniting forces to revolutionize the aviation sector's approach to sustainability. Mission and Purpose The Fly Green Coalition addresses the urgent global challenge of
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Assessment of Aviation Non-CO2 Climate Effects Warns of Trade-off Dangers
by Christopher Surgenor (GreenAir Online) A new assessment by a group of UK climate scientists into potential solutions to limit non-CO2 emissions produced by aircraft concludes there is no ‘silver bullet’ and concerted efforts and commitments are needed to better understand
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IATA Expects SAF Production to Rise to 0.5% of Airlines’ Fuel Consumption in 2024, Adding $2.4bn to Costs
by Christopher Surgenor (GreenAir Online) In its economic outlook for the coming year, IATA expects the aviation industry to increase the use of sustainable aviation fuels and carbon credits to reduce its carbon footprint. Estimates have put the share of SAF in
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DOE Issues Notice of Intent to Advance Low Carbon Feedstocks for Clean Energy Technologies
(U.S. Department of Energy) The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Bioenergy Technologies Office announced its notice of intent (NOI) to issue a funding opportunity announcement (FOA) that will drive the research and development (R&D) of low-carbon, purpose-grown energy crops leading to the deployment
December 18, 2023 Read Full Article
Energy & Sustainability Issue Briefing Series --- ongoing--various dates --- ONLINE
The energy transition will have sweeping implications. Join journalists and other experts from across Dow Jones to explore how industry, markets and consumer behaviors are evolving and transforming, in conversation with executives, investors and energy and sustainability experts. READ MORE
December 18, 2023 Read Full Article
Keeping Pace With Climate Regulations --- February 6, 2024 --- ONLINE
Companies are grappling with new rules related to sustainability and climate change -- emerging from the SEC as well as from California, Europe and elsewhere. We'll give a briefing on the latest and what executives are doing to prepare. Hosted by
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The International Race for Biofuel Dominance Is Heating Up
by Felicity Bradstock (OilPrice.com) ... Biofuel is growing in popularity worldwide as governments and private companies look for alternative fuels to power their transport, shipping, and aviation sectors. Several new developments have been announced that will grow the production capacity of
December 18, 2023 Read Full Article
Africa Can Use Its Idle, Arable Land for Biofuel and Save Earth
by Joachim Buwembo (The East African) ... Without idealistically asking Africa to commit land for growing clean fuel, has it dawned on our thinkers at the African Union and in governments that there is big money in producing biofuel? Sceptics may argue
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Wison Offshore & Marine’s FGMP Solution Receives Approval-in-Principle (AiP) from BV
(iMarine) On December 6, Bureau Veritas (BV) issued an Approval-in-Principle (AIP) to Wison Offshore & Marine’s Floating Green Methanol Plant (FGMP) solution. This important milestone marks the recognition of the technical feasibility of Wison Offshore & Marine’s clean energy solution, and
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Mexico Approves Environmental Permits for US$2.2bn Green Methanol Plant
(bnamericas) Planning for the US$2.2bn Pacífico Mexinol facility that will produce net-zero emissions methanol in Topolobampo, in Mexico’s Sinaloa state, is advancing faster than expected. After US ambassador to Mexico Ken Salazar disclosed the US investment last weekend, environmental ministry Semarnat just approved construction of the country’s first
December 18, 2023 Read Full Article
The Digest’s 2023 Multi-Slide Guide to Dimeta
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) Dimeta is accelerating the energy transition in off-grid areas. They are advancing the production and use of renewable and recycled carbon Dimethyl Ether (“rDME”), a low-carbon sustainable liquid gas, to support the de-fossilization of the LPG
December 18, 2023 Read Full Article
US Rules Could Force Early Production Halt to Some Gas Vehicles -Letter
by David Shepardson (Reuters) A group representing major automakers urged the Biden administration to make significant changes to three proposed vehicle rules, warning they could force car companies to hastily stop building some gas-powered vehicles. The administration has proposed, among others, stringent
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Lagos Explores the Possibility of Biofuel Use in Public Transport Operation
by Caleb Obiowo (Nairametrics) As part of efforts to reduce carbon emissions associated with public transportation, the Lagos State Government has revealed that it is exploring the use of biofuel in public transport operations in the state. The Lagos Metropolitan Area Transport
December 15, 2023 Read Full Article
KPI OceanConnect, Titan Clean Fuels, and SFL Collaborate on Milestone LNG Bunkering Operation
(KPI OceanConnect) KPI OceanConnect, has collaborated with Titan Clean Fuels, and SFL to successfully complete the company’s first LNG bunkering operation for the newly built car carrier, the Emden, taking place in the Port of Emden. Executing an LNG cool down and bunkering operation entails
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KPI OceanConnect: Fujairah Joins Biofuel Bunkering Ports Club
by Naida Hakirevic Prevljak (Offshore Energy) The UK-based marine energy solutions provider KPI OceanConnect has supplied two bulk carriers owned by India-based company ArcelorMittal Shipping with B24 very low sulfur fuel oil (VLSFO) at the Port of Fujairah, the United Arab
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COP28: Global Shipping CEOs Call for Maritime Decarbonization 'Cornerstones'
by Surabhi Sahu (S&P Global) Urge IMO to provide conducive regulatory environment; End date for new building of fossil fuel only ships critical; Revenue generated by GHG pricing mechanism to go to RD&D -- Chief executive officers of leading shipping lines worldwide issued
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Terviva Announces Strategic Partnership with Mitsubishi Corporation
(Terviva/Newswire) With Mitsubishi Corporation’s partnership, Terviva marks a key milestone in the advancement of a pongamia tree-based business platform that sinks carbon, improves small-holder livelihoods, and creates a new source for biofuel and food. -- Terviva, an agriculture innovation company, is pleased
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Carbon Capture and Storage in the United States
(Congressional Budget Office) CBO examines the status, federal support, and future potential of carbon capture and storage—a process that removes carbon dioxide from the emissions of power plants and industrial facilities and stores it permanently underground. -- To help reduce U.S. emissions
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The Digest’s 2023 Multi-Slide Guide to Redding Rancheria Hydrogen 2 Energy
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) The Tule River Tribe’s subsidiary Redding Rancheria is building a facility to produce over 10,000 kg of hydrogen per day from completely renewable sources. The Tribe is licensing the technology from H2 Energy Group, an experienced
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Wings of Change Americas --- April 10-11, 2024 --- Santiago, Chile
The IATA Wings of Change Americas (WoCA) is a flagship industry event in the region where aviation leaders, regulators, and subject matter experts come together to discuss air transport’s top issues and opportunities, and jointly agree on future actions to better utilize air
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Aviation Energy Forum (AEF) --- May 28-30, 2024 --- Vienna, Austria
The IATA Aviation Energy Forum (AEF) is a merger of the Fuel Forum and the Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) Symposium. AEF is the premier industry meeting for the world's aviation fuel community, and a unique platform allowing airline representatives, fuel and
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World Sustainability Symposium (WSS) - --- September 24-25,2024 --- Miami, FL
As governments are now aligned with the industry’s commitment to decarbonize aviation by 2050, IATA's World Sustainability Symposium (WSS) brings together industry and governments to debate and discuss the key enablers for aviation’s successful decarbonization. The aim of WSS is to gather and
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Major Boost for Hydrogen as UK Unlocks New Investment and Jobs
(Department for Energy Security and Net Zero and The Rt Hon Claire Coutinho MP) Eleven new production projects helping to place UK at forefront of hydrogen industry and bring progress towards net zero ambitions. Eleven new production projects will invest around £400
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Atlantic Area Ports to Explore the Use of Green Hydrogen-Based Technologies
by Ajsa Habibi (Offshore Energy) A consortium of eleven partners from public and private entities from Spain, France, Ireland, and Portugal has kicked off a project that will carry out pilot tests for the application of hydrogen and methanol as an
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CWP Global Advances 30-GW Green Hydrogen Project In Mauritania
by Pooja Chandak (Solar Quarter) Renewable energy developer CWP Global is advancing its plans for a 30-GW green hydrogen project in Mauritania, with technical and environmental studies in advanced stages. CCO Ramy Lotfy provided an update at an energy conference in Dakar, mentioning
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Enoc Opens First Green Hydrogen Fuel Station in Dubai
Alvin R Cabral (The National News) Emirates National Oil Company has opened its first green hydrogen fuel station at Expo City Dubai, where the Cop28 climate conference is taking place. The project, which was developed with the Dubai Electricity and Water Authority and Japan's
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Luxaviation Launches Go-to-Zero Investment Fund to Decarbonize Business Aviation
by Fayaz Hussain (Corporate Jet Investor) Global business aircraft and helicopter operator Luxaviation Group has announced the launch of “Go-to-Zero” Investment Fund in an effort to decarbonize its operations and reach net-zero by 2030. The fund will make investments in new technologies,
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Gevo to Pay Farmers Incentives under Farm-to-Flight Program
by Jonathan Welsh (Flying Magazine) Three-tiered incentive system aims to cut carbon intensity. -- Gevo Inc. said it plans to offer incentives to farmers under its Farm-to-Flight Program in an effort to boost production of sustainable fuels, including ethanol and sustainable aviation
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States Oppose EPA's E15 March Proposal: Iowa, Nebraska Ask Court to Require EPA to Finalize E15 Rule Before March
by Todd Neeley (DTN Progressive Farmer) The states of Iowa and Nebraska asked a federal court on Wednesday to require EPA to "promptly" finalize a rule to allow permanent, year-round E15 sales in eight states, rejecting the agency's proposed plan to
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RFA Thanks Lawmakers for Seeking Swift White House Action on Year-Round E15
(Renewable Fuels Association) The Renewable Fuels Association is applauding a bipartisan group of 22 lawmakers from both the House and Senate, who asked the White House today (December 14, 2023) to swiftly finalize regulations that would allow year-round sales of lower-carbon
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RFA Welcomes Recognition of GREET Model in SAF Tax Credit Guidance
(Renewable Fuels Association) The U.S. Treasury Department today released guidance regarding the implementation of the Inflation Reduction Act’s sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) tax credit. The guidance clarifies that a soon-to-be-updated version of the Department of Energy’s GREET model will be among the methodologies used
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Clean Energy Announces up to $400 Million in Financing with Stonepeak to Continue Expansion of Renewable Natural Gas Infrastructure
(Clean Energy) Clean Energy Fuels Corp. (Nasdaq: CLNE) announced that it has entered into a six-year $300 million senior secured term loan with Stonepeak, a leading alternative investment firm specializing in infrastructure and real assets. The credit agreement also provides for
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InfraVia Backed Molgas Becomes Titan’s Strategic Partner, with a Capital Injection for a 45% Stake
(Hellenic Shipping News) Titan Energy Holding, the parent company of Titan Clean Fuels (hereafter Titan) closed a successful funding round for a 45% equity stake with further follow-on rights from Molgas Energy, backed by infrastructure fund investor InfraVia Capital Partners. Molgas
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Optimus Ships 500th Vector System to Decarbonize Heavy-Duty Diesel Engines
(Optimus Technologies) Optimus Technologies, a company dedicated to decarbonizing heavy-duty diesel engines in the most challenging sectors of the transportation industry, announced today that they shipped their 500th Vector System. The Optimus Vector System is a bolt-on, advanced fuel system upgrade
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Wizz Air Invests £5 Million in Firefly Green Fuels
by Beth Anton (Renewable Energy Magazine) Wizz Air, has announced a £5 million investment in biofuel company, Firefly. This is Wizz Air’s first equity investment in sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) research and development. The partnership with Firefly will allow the airline to supply
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EU Is ‘Driving without a Map’ on Biofuels Policy, Auditors Find
by Sean Goulding Carroll (Euractiv.com) The EU’s complex policy approach to biofuels lacks a long-term outlook and risks undermining the bloc’s transport decarbonisation targets, an analysis by the European Court of Auditors (ECA) has found. The ECA, an independent watchdog, examined the EU’s support
December 14, 2023 Read Full Article
Time for a European Shift on Renewable Ethanol
by David Carpintero (ePURE) If there’s anything we’ve learned from the last two years of EU climate and energy policy, it’s that Europe needs a new way to think about biofuels and its contribution to transport de-fossilization—as well as the strategic
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Boundless: Exporting to More Places
by Katie Schroeder (Ethanol Producer Magazine) ... Ed Hubbard, general counsel and vice president of government affairs at the Renewable Fuels Association, says a growing number of countries around the world are not only committed to using more ethanol but
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US EPA Must Do More to Ensure Captured Carbon Stays Underground -Report
by Leah Douglas (Reuters) The U.S. environment regulator does not sufficiently verify that carbon capture and storage (CCS) projects keep emissions trapped underground and should boost its requirements to ensure companies receiving CCS tax credits provide an actual environmental benefit, a watchdog group
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Growth Energy Voices Support for Ohio Tax Credit for Higher Biofuel Blends
(Growth Energy/Ethanol Producer Magazine) Growth Energy, the nation's largest biofuels trade association, submitted testimony today to the Ohio House of Representatives and its Ways and Means Committee voicing support for House Bill 324, which would provide a tax credit to incentivize
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UK Space Agency Funding Boosts Plans for Launch from SaxaVord Spaceport and Sutherland Spaceport
(UK Space Agency) ... Orbex, an orbital launch services company based in Forres near Inverness, will receive over £3.3 million to undertake activities to ensure it is environmentally sustainable. This will include activities to install a green propellant plant to manufacture a
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Enchanted Rock and U.S Energy Partner to Provide Back-Up Power for Microsoft Data Center for Grid Outages
(Enchanted Rock) Enchanted Rock, the leading provider of electrical resiliency microgrids, and U.S. Energy, a vertically integrated energy solutions provider proficient in refined products, alternative fuels and environmental credits, announced a partnership to procure renewable natural gas (RNG) for Microsoft’s new data center in
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Government Will Discuss Increasing the Biodiesel Content in Diesel in 2023
by Eric Napoli (Poder360/biodieselbr (Google Translation)) The CNPE (National Energy Policy Council) will hold an extraordinary meeting in December to discuss bringing forward the schedule to increase the proportion of biodiesel in diesel. The meeting may also veto a resolution from the
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e-SAF Leader Metafuels Raises $8 Million Seed Round in Bid to Push Sustainable Aviation Fuel into the Mainstream
(Metafuels) Zurich-based climate tech startup will use new funding to implement a pilot facility based on its groundbreaking sustainable kerosene technology in Switzerland Metafuels’ first institutional funding round comes from leading climate VCs Energy Impact Partners (EIP) and Contrarian Ventures Metafuels’ drop-in sustainable aviation fuel will
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Howard Energy Partners Announces Completion of $800 Million in Growth Projects and Record Volumes in 2023
(Howard Energy Partners (HEP)/Business Wire) ... -Howard Energy Partners (HEP) today announced that it completed approximately $800 million in growth projects in 2023, consisting of new major pipelines and processing facilities in the most active oil and gas producing basins in the
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DL E&C Signs a Technical Cooperation Agreement for Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) with KBR
(DL E&C/Business Wire) -Engaged KBR to conduct a feasibility study for the sustainable aviation fuel business; -Aims to become the undisputed leader in the sustainable aviation fuel market -- --DL E&C Co., Ltd (KRX: 375500) announced on December 13, that it had signed a
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Scania Delivers Five Biodiesel Fuelled Coaches to Murrays
(Scania) Murrays Coaches’ bid to drive down its emissions profile continues with the arrival of five new biodiesel-fuelled vehicles for use in Queensland. -- Murrays Coaches, operating transit contracts between Brisbane and regional Queensland, will vastly reduce its CO2 emissions (by more than
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The Digest’s 2023 Multi-Slide Guide to Whitefox
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) Whitefox has been active over the past couple of months highlighting the opportunity for ethanol in the global bioeconomy via their “Ethanol as a Building Block” campaign, which was kicked off at the ABLC in San
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Qantas Calls on Canberra to Back Sustainable Aviation Fuel Industry
by Gus McCubbing (Financial Review) Qantas has called on the federal government to consider mandates and subsidies for producers of sustainable aviation fuel to get a domestic industry off the ground, saying it could generate $13 billion a year by 2040 and provide
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Beyond Cover Crops and Tillage: How Can We Really Calculate Farm Carbon Emissions? --- January 8, 2024 --- ONLINE
With Scope 3 reporting requirements coming soon, CPG companies need quality data on the carbon emissions produced by the grain they purchased. But what kind of data do they need and how reliable is it? Our three panelists will highlight
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Vietjet and Novus Aviation Capital Forge New Financing and SAF Venture
(Aviation Source News) In a move towards sustainable aviation, Vietjet and Novus Aviation Capital, a global aircraft leasing and financing platform based in the UAE, have joined forces. This strategic collaboration, marked by the signing of Memorandums of Understandings (MOUs), aims to
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Dimensional Energy Secures $20 Million Series A Funding
(Dimensional Energy/Business Wire) Global leader in carbon utilization technology will use funds to accelerate sustainable aviation fuel production and the decarbonization of our economy. -- Dimensional Energy, Inc., a global leader in cutting-edge carbon utilization technology, Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) production and
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Using Bio-Based Fuels in Cold Weather
(Chevron/Renewable Energy Group) Some fleet owners may mistakenly believe it’s necessary to decrease blend rates during cold weather months. However, with a firm understanding of Cloud Point, blending, and best practices for storage and handling — bio-based fuels can be a
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Fueling a Low-Net Carbon Future
by Michael Hornby (Green Car Journal/Stanadyne) Alternative fuels like hydrogen, propane, alcohol, compressed natural gas, and other drop-in fuels have an important role to play in lowering carbon emissions. ... Regardless, the transportation segment requires decarbonization – and it requires it yesterday. This
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Carbon Removal, at County Scale
by Charlotte Levy (Carbon 180/Medium) Roads to Removal charts the future of US carbon removal through a magnifying glass -- Roads to Removal is the latest brainchild of the Department of Energy and Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory — and it’s unlike any report
December 13, 2023 Read Full Article
Global Energy Group’s Stellar Shipmanagement Takes Delivery of Singapore’s First Dedicated Methanol Bunkering Tanker, Dlassed by Bureau Veritas
(Bureau Veritas) Stellar Shipmanagement Services Pte Ltd, a wholly owned subsidiary of Global Energy Group, has taken delivery of a 4,000 DWT IMO Type 2 Chemical and Oil Tanker, classed by Bureau Veritas. MT “MAPLE” is the first dedicated methanol
December 13, 2023 Read Full Article
Hydrogen & P2X 2024 --- June 19-20, 2024 --- Copenhagen, Denmark
As the world accelerates its efforts towards sustainability and combating climate change, hydrogen remains the key to unlocking a greener and cleaner future. With the H2 infrastructure underway, an increasing amount of H2 projects in hard-to-abate sectors being developed all
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Scania’s New Biogas Engines Deliver 5% Fuel Savings for Greener Transportation
by Daniela Castim (World Bio Market Insights) Scania has revealed a new trio of components for its biogas engines, which have been paired with two-thirds of the successful Super-based powertrain. The move has resulted in fuel savings of 5% in long-haul
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Reducing Carbon Emissions through U.S. Sustainable Aviation Fuels
by Reyhaneh Shenassa (U.S. Department of Energy) The U.S. transportation sector, including cars, trucks, airplanes, ships, and trains, accounts for 34% of the nation’s greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions and is a significant driver of climate change. While the commercial aviation industry is an important
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ACE Washington, DC Fly-in and Government Affairs Summit --- March 14-15, 2024 --- Washington, DC
The ACE DC Fly-In & Government Affairs Summit is taking place this coming spring - March 14-15, 2024! Dates are subject to change if Congress is not in session. Join us in conveying the story of ethanol beyond the corn belt. The event
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Ethanol Blended Petrol Saves India ₹243 Billion in Foreign Exchange
(Mercom India) With the success of the EBP program, India intends to save $4 billion per year by ESY 2025-26 -- The Ethanol Blended Petrol (EBP) program by the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas has saved public sector Oil Marketing Companies ~5.09 billion
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Nominations for the 2024 Canadian Biogas Industry Awards Are Open DEADLINE February 16, 2024
(Canadian Biogas Association) The Canadian Biogas Association launched the Awards to recognize accomplishments of organizations and individuals in the biogas & RNG sector. The Awards showcase successful biogas & RNG projects and individual efforts providing well deserved recognition while demonstrating that biogas
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HECO to Replace Six Aging Fossil-Fuel Generators at Waiau with Flex-Fuel Units Allowing Biofuels
by Meghan Sapp (Biofuels Digest) In Hawaii, Hawaiian Electric’s proposal to replace six aging fossil-fuel generators at its Waiau Power Plant in Pearl City with more efficient, fuel-flexible units has been selected to advance to the next stage of an energy procurement process
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Repsol Collects Used Cooking Oil at Its Service Stations in Galicia to Produce Renewable Fuel
(Repsol) • The company has set up collection points for used cooking oil at 176 service stations in the Autonomous Region of Galicia in northwestern Spain to make it easier for its customers to manage this domestic waste sustainably. Repsol collaborates with
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Accelerating Global Sustainable Waste Management: LanzaTech and Tadweer Explore Transforming Solid Waste into Sustainable Aviation Fuel
(LanzaTech) Feasibility study aims to advance the US and UAE's bilateral partnership for accelerating clean energy by laying the groundwork for bolstering waste management’s role in a circular carbon economy -- LanzaTech Global, Inc. (NASDAQ: LNZA), the carbon recycling company transforming waste
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Cargo Ship Carrying Biodiesel Feedstock from Malaysia to Italy Attacked by Houthis for Planned Israel Stop
by Meghan Sapp (Biofuels Digest) In Yemen, Reuters reports that Houthis attacked a cargo ship that was heading to Italy from Malaysia where it loaded 15,000 metric tons of palm oil waste and residues. The feedstock is destined for Eni’s biorefineries but
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The Digest’s 2023 Multi-Slide Guide to Gevo
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) Gevo addresses the market need of reducing greenhouse gas emissions with sustainable alternatives, and is commercializing the next generation of advanced, bio-based renewable fuels with sustainable aviation fuel, renewable premium gasoline, and renewable natural gas that
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A Clear Road Ahead (ClearFlame Engine Technologies)
by Katie Schroeder (Ethanol Producer Magazine) In the pursuit of decarbonization, diesel, the energy-dense fuel that powers industrial and commercial transport globally, is difficult to replace. ClearFlame Engine Technologies has developed a solution to this problem, using a cheaper and lower-carbon
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Brazilian Biofuels Look for an Opening at COP28
by Nick Ferris (Energy Monitor) Brazil's second-largest ethanol producer is looking to expand its sugarcane and biofuel business by exporting overseas. Nick Ferris reports from COP28 in Dubai. -- ... “There are certainly lots of people interested in talking about biofuels, but I
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British Columbia Makes History with First North American Aviation Fuel Mandate, Formalizes New LCFS Regulation
(KDVR/Advanced Biofuels Canada/EIN Newswire) Advanced Biofuels Canada lauds government of British Columbia’s leadership in low carbon fuels, winning streak on clean fuel investments -- Advanced Biofuels Canada (ABFC) acknowledged today a remarkable milestone in British Columbia’s record of clear and pragmatic action
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With Pipeline Growth Booming, the US Agency in Charge of Safety Struggles to Keep up
by Jacob Fischler (Wisconsin Examiner) The pipeline industry added thousands of miles of natural gas, crude oil and carbon dioxide pipelines to the national network in recent years. But the federal regulatory agency responsible for ensuring that vast system’s safety failed
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In a First, Delegates at UN Climate Talks Agree to Transition Away from Planet-warming Fossil Fuels
by Seth Borenstein, David Keyton, Janey Keaten and Sibi Arasu (Associated Press) Nearly 200 countries agreed Wednesday to move away from planet-warming fossil fuels — the first time they’ve made that crucial pledge in decades of U.N. climate talks though many
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Construction of $1.2B Biofuels Plant on Edge of Southeast Calgary Slated for Next Spring
by Matt Scace (Calgary Herald) Despite the high costs associated with biofuel plants, government policy such as the industrial carbon tax supports the economics of projects like Calgary's Future Energy Park, an expert said -- With the Alberta government’s stamp of approval, a $1.2-billion
December 12, 2023 Read Full Article
GW New Venture Competition (NVC) DEADLINE January 28, 2024
(George Washington University) The GW New Venture Competition (NVC) provides every GW student, faculty, staff, and alumni with a real-world educational experience in developing, testing, and launching their own startups, business, and social ventures. The competition is open to every GW
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Applications Open 2024 Planet Forward Summer Seminar in Washington, DC (June 2-7, 2024) DEADLINE unclear
(Planet Forward) How can you craft compelling environmental narratives that weave the urgency of the moment, breakthroughs that may be on the horizon, and the justice and diversity to tell a compelling story? How can you use narratives to inform, have
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CALL FOR SPEAKERS North American SAF Conference & Expo --- September 11-13, 2024 --- Saint Paul, Minnesota DEADLINE May 10, 2024
The North American SAF Conference & Expo, produced by SAF Magazine, in collaboration with the Commercial Aviation Alternative Fuels Initiative (CAAFI) will showcase the latest strategies for aviation fuel decarbonization, solutions for key industry challenges, and highlight the current opportunities
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Cemex Passes 1,000 Lower-Carbon Truck Milestone
(Cemex) Cemex announced that it now has over 1,000 heavy-duty trucks powered with lower-carbon fuels as part of a comprehensive transition strategy seeking to decarbonize its global fleet. This initiative is part of the company’s flagship Future in Action program to
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Delivering Net Zero by 2050: The Cornerstones of Effective IMO Climate Regulations
(World Shipping Council/Biobased Diesel Daily) To deliver on the goal of net-zero emissions for shipping by 2050, the International Maritime Organization’s greenhouse-gas (GHG) regulations must rest on solid foundations. Liner shipping is committed to decarbonizing quickly and efficiently, and to support this
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Stepping into a More Sustainable Future with MAN Energy Solutions
(Scan Global Logistics) Decarbonising the supply chain is a joint effort. As a result of our long-standing partnership with MAN Energy Solutions (MAN ES) in Denmark, we have initiated a project to test and develop sustainable logistics solutions. The full project
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Acelen Renewables Enters Market with Global-Scale Project Targeting over $2.5 Billion in Investment
(Acelen/Biobased Diesel Daily) While Acelen Renewables as a subsidiary was launched at COP28 in Dubai, Biobased Diesel Daily® shared in April Acelen's plans to convert its Mataripe Refinery in Bahia, Brazil, shown, to produce 264 mgy of renewable diesel and SAF
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LCFC Report Demonstrates Opportunities for California to Accelerate Path to Carbon Neutrality
(Low Carbon Fuels Coalition/Ethanol Producer Magazine) The California Air Resources Board has identified the Low Carbon Fuel Standard as a critical program to help California achieve carbon neutrality by 2045 and to improve air quality in the state. A rulemaking document recently
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USDA Signals Intent to Issue Rulemaking on HBIIP
by Erin Voegele (Ethanol Producer Magazine) The USDA’s Rural Business-Cooperative Service in mid-2024 is expected propose a rule to codify the policies and procedures for the Higher Blends Infrastructure Incentive Program, according to information released by the White House Office of
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Japan’s Sumitomo Trials Methanol from CO2 Production
by Nanami Oki (Argus Media) Japanese petrochemical producer Sumitomo Chemical has started pilot production of methanol from CO2 in Japan's southern Ehime prefecture, targeting commercialisation during the 2030s. Sumitomo Chemical aims to complete the demonstration project at its Ehime works site in
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Keppel Partners AM Green to Explore Biogenic Carbon-based Sustainable Fuels Opportunities in Asia and the Middle East
(Greenko Group/PR Newswire) Keppel Corporation Limited (Keppel), through its Infrastructure Division, and AM Green, which is wholly owned and controlled by the founders of Hyderabad-based Greenko Group, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to jointly explore opportunities to produce biogenic carbon-based
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Groups Want Congress to Tweak Carbon Capture Incentives
by Carlos Anchondo (Politico Pro Energywire) Advocates say a failure to act would imperil the technology's adoption. -- A contingent of carbon capture and storage proponents is urging Congress to tweak a tax credit essential to greater project deployment. In a letter Monday,
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Alfa Laval and Bisviridi Partner to Revolutionize Biofuel Production from Organic Waste
(Alfa Laval) Alfa Laval, the global leader in heat transfer, centrifugal separation, and fluid handling, and Bisviridi, a new company part of the BioteCH4 group, the leading anaerobic digestion (AD) operator in the United Kingdom, are collaborating to elevate the sustainability
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Neste Partners with Coleman Oil Company to Make Renewable Diesel More Widely Available in Washington State
(Neste) Neste has partnered with Coleman Oil Company, a leading provider of fuels, biofuels, lubricants, and related products, to enable cities and businesses to have easier access to Neste MY Renewable Diesel™ in the state of Washington in the U.S. This partnership expands the
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The Digest’s 2023 Multi-Slide Guide to Linde
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) Linde is a leading global industrial gases and engineering company with 2021 sales of $31 billion (€26 billion). The company serves a variety of end markets including chemicals & energy, food & beverage, electronics, healthcare, manufacturing,
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From Patent to Progress: How Myron Danzer and Iowa-based Chevron Renewable Energy Group Continue Forging New Paths in the Biofuels Industry
(Iowa Economic Development Authority/Biofuels Digest) As an inventor on an early patent for producing biodiesel, one might think that Myron Danzer’s contribution to the industry was enough innovation to last an entire career. But, like many of his fellow Iowans, Danzer
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U.S. Department of Energy Announces Clean Energy Achievements at COP28
(U.S. Department of Energy) This week, U.S. Deputy Secretary of Energy David M. Turk traveled to Dubai, United Arab Emirates for the 28th Conference of the Parties to the U.N. Framework Convention on Climate Change (COP28), where he led the U.S.
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ReFuels Announces New HGV Biomethane Refuelling Station
(Fuel Oil News) ReFuels has begun construction on a new 100% renewable, biomethane refuelling station in Doncaster. -- Helping fleets to reduce emissions The site in South Yorkshire – one of the country’s largest logistic hubs – puts 90% of the UK’s population
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COP Fizzles on Fossil Fuel Phase-out
by Minho Kim (Politico's Power Switch) Many nations arrived at the U.N. climate talks last month hoping the world would commit to a “phase-out” of fossil fuels. But those initial wishes were all but dashed today, when COP28 organizers released a draft
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ASTM International Honors Scott Fenwick with Prestigious Scroll of Achievement Award
(Clean Fuels Alliance America) Fenwick accepted the award during ASTM's December Committee Week in New Orleans -- Clean Fuels Alliance America proudly announces that Scott Fenwick, Technical Director, has been awarded the prestigious Sydney D. Andrews Scroll of Achievement by ASTM
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VietJet and SAF One to Collaborate on Sustainable Aviation Fuel Supply
(Biofuels International) Vietjet and SAF One have signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to collaborate on the supply of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) in Vietnam. The signing ceremony took place in the presence of Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh during his official
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To Be Operational from Early 2025 New SAF Unit at Koole Tankstorage Botlek
(Koole Terminals) With more than 50 years of experience in distilling products, Koole Tankstorage Botlek continues to innovate. After a preparatory period in which engineering, research and discussions with customers came together, Koole Terminals has decided to invest in a second
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Optimistic Outlook: Biodiesel Producers in North America Have Their Eyes Set on Hitting a US Output Target of 6 Billion Gallons, Much Earlier than Originally Planned
(Biofuels International) ... After securing a 3 billion/gallon output last year, production across the US is on track for 4 billion this year with power to add, according to Paul Winters, director of public affairs and Federal Communications for Clean Fuels
December 11, 2023 Read Full Article
Study Evaluates New High-Yield Varieties of Switchgrass that Are Less Vulnerable to Disease
by Tom Venesky (Lancaster Farming) A study underway in Luzerne County will gauge the disease resistance and biomass yield of several new varieties of warm season grasses. -- A three-year study could lead warm-season grass producers to high-yield varieties that are less
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CSL Leads Maritime Industry in Biofuel Adoption, Achieving Milestones in Decarbonization Efforts
(CSL Group/Globe Newswire) The CSL Group (“CSL”), a global leader in responsible marine transportation services, proudly announces a significant milestone in its Great Lakes biofuel program – one of the longest-running initiatives of its kind in the maritime industry. With a cumulative
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Lootah Biofuels Enters Strategic Partnership with FatHopes Energy
(Gulf Today) Lootah Biofuels, a pioneer in the circular economy that produces biofuels from used cooking oil (UCO), and FatHopes Energy, a Malaysian leader in developing sustainable fats, oils, and grease solutions for advanced biofuel production, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding
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Govt to Buy Maize at MSP, Raise Output to Meet Biofuel Needs
by Zia Haq (Hindustan Times) The Union government has signed off on a plan to procure maize at federally fixed minimum support prices (MSP) while increasing its output and productivity by expanding the area under cultivation, as part of a strategy to meet
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SSE Applies for Permission to Develop New Biofuel Power Plant in Kerry, to Run on HVO
(Biofuels Central) SSE applies for permission to develop new biofuel power plant in Kerry, to run on HVO. SSE, the UK-headquartered energy utility giant, has submitted a planning application to transform its Tarbert Power Station in Co Kerry into a facility
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Leveraging Global Momentum for Sustainability Reporting and Impact --- December 14, 2023 --- ONLINE
Global regulatory requirements such as CSRD, California’s SB-253 & SB-261, and pending SEC climate rules are fast-tracking the need for trusted ESG reporting. With various timelines, requirements, necessary preparations all eyes on sustainability and more, organizations are tasked with making
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The Critical Role of Procurement in Obtaining ESG Data --- December 12, 2023 --- ONLINE
With new regulations and investment decisions requiring more and better ESG data, Supplier.io has responded with new data and solutions. Procurement teams have a critical role to play in the environmental and social impact of companies today. To play this
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Suez Canal and Scatec sign $1.1 Billion Green Methanol Memorandum of Understanding
by Yusri Mohamed (Reuters) Egypt's Suez Canal economic zone and Scatec ASA have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) worth $1.1 billion to supply ships with green fuel, a Suez Canal statement said on Sunday. The MoU agreed on the sidelines of
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COP28: TotalEnergies and Masdar Demonstrate Methanol-to-SAF Pathway with Successful Test Flight
(TotalEnergies) The first test flight to demonstrate the potential for converting Methanol to SAF (Sustainable Aviation Fuel) has taken place in Dubai on the sidelines of COP28 in the UAE. Masdar, TotalEnergies, the UAE General Civil Aviation Authority, Airbus, Falcon
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The Digest’s 2023 Multi-Slide Guide to Industrial Microbes
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) iMicrobes designs and builds microorganisms, including industrial strains of bacteria and yeast to produce chemicals from natural gas and carbon dioxide. Their green, bio-based methods are “more cost effective than sugar or oil, helping to make
December 11, 2023 Read Full Article
Fire! Open Letter to US Treasury, Energy Secretaries on Addressing the Threat of Forest Fire via the Bioeconomy
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) ... Which brings us to the forest, because once we have stopped by the commodity exchanges where oilseeds, grains, and waste fats and oils are priced and traded, we discover right away that commodity prices are
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The Role of Insurance Mechanisms in the Carbon Dioxide Removal Sector --- December 14, 2023 --- ONLINE
Join the Institute for Carbon Removal Law and Policy 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
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US Energy Association Briefing on Hydrogen --- December 14, 2023 --- ONLINE
Hydrogen is a key part of the U.S. decarbonization plan. Recently DOE announced $7 billion in federal funds to establish regional hydrogen hubs. The hubs — funded through the IRA infrastructure law — are part of the administration's efforts to jump-start an
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New Renewable Fuel Standard Volume Targets Facilitate Renewable Natural Gas Production
by Jonathan Inbal and Stephen York (U.S. Energy Information Administration) On June 21, 2023, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced a final rule that established biofuel volume requirements and standards for cellulosic biofuel for 2023–25 as part of the Renewable Fuel
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QUOTE OF THE WEEK -- Paul Winters
Our director of environmental science has calculated that if we delay tackling carbon reduction by five years, countries will have 13 times more work to do to correct emission levels through new carbon reduction processes when they finally arrive. That’s
December 11, 2023 Read Full Article
26th Annual International Aboveground Storage Tank Conference & Trade Show --- April 3-5, 2024 --- Orlando, FL
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December 08, 2023 Read Full Article
Biden Administration Issues Rule to Cut Methane Emissions from Oil and Gas
by Rachel Frazin (The Hill) The Biden administration on Saturday announced new regulations that are expected to deliver significant cuts to the greenhouse gas methane in the oil and gas sector. The rule, finalized by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), tees up
December 08, 2023 Read Full Article
Camelina Shows Potential as Biofuel Crop
by Sean Pratt (Western Producer) The crop could be a good fit in Western Canada because of its short maturity and low water requirements -- ... Mike Karst, senior vice-president of Global Clean Energy and president of its subsidiary Sustainable Oils, has
December 08, 2023 Read Full Article
COP28: Singapore's PIL and DP World to Decarbonize Shipping with Biofuel Shipments
by Samyak Pandey, Sampad Nandy and Aditya Kondalamahanty (S&P Global) Collaboration on trial between Jebel Ali Port and destinations within PIL's network; Future expansion into other ports within DP World's global network; Includes other alternative fuels, such as e-LNG, green methanol, green
December 08, 2023 Read Full Article
U.S. Department of Energy Announces $10 Million to Support Next Generation of Energy Innovators DEADLINE January 5, 2024
(Advanced Research Projects Agency-Energy (ARPA-E)) New ARPA-E Program Will Support and Accelerate Transformative Energy Progress Led by Early-Career Scientists and Engineers -- The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) today announced up to $10 million in funding for a new program to support
December 08, 2023 Read Full Article
No Dilution in Ethanol-Petrol Blending Plan Despite Sugar Feedstock Curbs: Govt
by Sukalp Sharma (The Indian Express) The decision to stop diversion of sugar cane juice and sugar syrup for ethanol production, taken to ensure enough sugar supply in the country and keep prices of the sweetener in check, led to concerns
December 08, 2023 Read Full Article
High School Student Invents Biofuel Solution for Sugar Shortage
by Tina Casey (Clean Technica) ... The biofuel solution is a good example. The student who developed it was motivated in part by a six-hour stint waiting in her mother’s car to fill up with gasoline during one of the chronic
December 08, 2023 Read Full Article
Budzinski Introduces Bipartisan Legislation to Support Biofuels & Biomanufacturing Innovation
(Office of U.S. Representatives Nikki Budzinski (D-IL-13)) U.S. Representatives Nikki Budzinski (IL-13) and Zach Nunn (IA-03) introduced bipartisan legislation to increase biofuel production and drive down energy costs for working families. The Agricultural Biorefinery Innovation and Opportunity (Ag BIO) Act would increase funding for grants to support innovation
December 08, 2023 Read Full Article
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