
The world wants SAF, needs SAF — with targets like the 3 Billion Gallons by 2030 SAF Grand Challenge, it's time to fast-track production. We know the why and the when. But how, where, with what, at what price and
The world wants SAF, needs SAF — with targets like the 3 Billion Gallons by 2030 SAF Grand Challenge, it's time to fast-track production. We know the why and the when. But how, where, with what, at what price and
by Erin Voegele (Ethanol Producer Magazine) The USDA on June 26 awarded nearly $100 million in loans and grants to 473 projects under the Renewable Energy for America Program. Commonwealth Agri-Energy LLC and Redfield Energy LLC were among those selected for
(Bioeconomy Development Opportunity Zone Initiative) On June 27, 2024, Ecostrat Inc., in collaboration with TheDigest, hosted the BDO ZoneCONNECT webinar, highlighting two investment grade BDO Zone communities in North America: Emporia, Kansas, rated ‘BBB’ for Corn Stover, and Conecuh County, Alabama, rated ‘A’ for Woody Biomass. The
(Bioeconomy Development Opportunity Zone Initiative) ‘BBB’ Rating supports new markets for untapped forest residues -- The Butte County Fire Safe Council and Ecostrat are pleased to announce the issue of an investment grade BDO Zone ‘BBB’ Rating for Woody Biomass. The Butte County BDO Zone is
(Bioeconomy Development Opportunity Zone Initiative) The Foundation for Little Colorado Revitalization and Ecostrat are pleased to announce the issue of an investment grade BDO Zone ‘A’ Rating for Woody Biomass, extending a 75-mile drive distance from Springerville, AZ. Little Colorado River’s BDO Zone ‘A’ rating denotes high
by Nicolás Rivero and Emily Wright (Washington Post) A new generation of fuels could power planes and ships without warming the planet. -- ... Turning hydrogen into liquid fuel could help slash planet-warming pollution from heavy vehicles, cutting a key source of emissions
(My KXLG) The Governor’s Office of Economic Development in South Dakota has announced that it is now accepting applications for the Blender Pump Grant program. This initiative is designed to encourage the use of ethanol blended fuels, a vital component of
by Alex Guillen (Politico Pro) Leading oil and biofuel groups and a litany of auto dealers have challenged the Transportation Department’s new fuel economy rule in the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 5th Circuit. That sets up a lottery to determine
by Geoff Cooper (Renewable Fuels Association) In early 2022, University of Wisconsin researcher Tyler Lark published a study claiming that U.S. farmers had converted several million acres of pristine grassland and other “seminatural areas” to cropland in response to the Renewable Fuel Standard
(Aemetis) Additional Digester Construction Planned to Increase Production Rate over 150% to 800,000 MMBtu Per Year by Q3 2025 -- Aemetis, Inc. (NASDAQ: AMTX), a renewable natural gas and renewable fuels company focused on low and negative carbon intensity products, today announced that
(Air New Zealand) Air New Zealand has this week received a shipment of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) into Wellington, its first delivery to the nation's capital city and another small step towards its target of net zero carbon emissions by 2050.
(Phillips 66/BusinessWire) Rodeo Renewed project increases output to approximately 50,000 barrels per day (BPD) -- Phillips 66 (NYSE: PSX) today announced the full conversion of the Rodeo Renewable Energy Complex, expanding commercial-scale production and positioning the company as a leader in renewable
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) This is one ABLC slide guide you don’t want to miss! ABB’s John Oyen shares what ABB Energy Industries is all about, highlights ways developers/producers can improve de-risking and much more. ABB is a technology leader in electrification
(Blue World) With a successful test of the first ever 200 kW HT PEM fuel cell system, an important milestone was reached in bringing new technology into play to push forward the decarbonisation of the maritime industry. -- After months of preparation,
(Mitsui) Mitsui & Co., Ltd. ("Mitsui", Head Office: Tokyo, President and CEO: Kenichi Hori), alongside TA'ZIZ (owned by Abu Dhabi National Oil Company ("ADNOC")), Fertiglobe, and South Korea's GS Energy Corporation, has agreed to commence construction of an ammonia production facility
Photosynthesis! When plants capture carbon from the air and use it to grow. When plants use sunlight to power the conversion of atmospheric carbon dioxide into leaves, stems, roots, seeds. Some carbon gets stored in the soil. Some becomes food for people
(World Bio Market Insights) Over the last several years, precision fermentation has attracted attention as a manufacturing methods that could drastically lower the environmental impacts of everyday products, from edible proteins to animal feed and cosmetics ingredients. Precision fermentation is a biomanufacturing
(Clean Fuels Alliance America) Today, Clean Fuels welcomed the Hon. Tom Vilsack, U.S. Agriculture Secretary, as he announced a Request for Information regarding climate smart ag practices for biofuel feedstocks. These practices can further lower the lifecycle carbon scores of advanced biofuels like
(Clean Energy Fuels) Clean Energy Fuels Corp. (NASDAQ: CLNE), the largest provider of the cleanest fuel for the transportation market, announced a series of new deals with several municipalities across the country. These agreements represent a collective growing demand within city agencies
(Oil and Gas Climate Initiative) Two-year partnership will focus on energy efficiency, future fuels and unlocking the carbon value chain -- The Oil and Gas Climate Initiative (OGCI) and the Global Centre for Maritime Decarbonisation (GCMD) today (June 25, 2024) announced a
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) Hexas Biomass is a biomaterials company focused on the production and use of sustainable plant-based materials to replace wood and petroleum-based feedstocks in multiple applications, including energy, chemicals, packaging, textiles, and structural/non-structural applications. CEO Wendy Owens
(Business Day Africa) Kenya Airways has been selected as the sole African airline to lead the International Air Transport Association’s (IATA) Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) Registry, a key milestone for Nairobi based carrier. The move follows Kenya Airways’ earlier trials in
by Poppy Clements (Hydrocarbon Engineering)px Group has announced that OXCCU will develop a first-of-a-kind demonstration plant at its Saltend Chemicals Park in the Humber, UK, that will convert carbon dioxide and green hydrogen into sustainable aviation fuel (SAF). OXCCU is a
by Michael Herh (Business Korea) HD Hyundai Oilbank announced on June 16 that it will be the first in Korea to export Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF). The SAF produced by HD Hyundai Oilbank will be supplied to the Japanese trading company Marubeni
(BioEnergy Times) State-run Bharat Petroleum Corp (BPCL) is planning to establish sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) units at its three refineries, as per media report. This initiative is aimed at supporting the government’s target of achieving 1% blending of SAF. BPCL is
(Summit Carbon Solutions) Approval paves the way for new opportunities and support for Iowa’s farmers and ethanol producers. -- Today, the Iowa Utilities Board (IUB) announced the approval of Summit Carbon Solutions base pipeline project (HLP-2021-0001). This approval represents a significant milestone not
(Renewable Fuels Association) Increased use of lower-carbon liquid fuels in light-duty vehicles would lead to larger and faster reductions in greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions than EPA’s recently finalized EV-forcing tailpipe emissions standards, according to a new study commissioned by the RFA and executed
(Lufthansa Group) Environmental Cost Surcharge applies to departures from the 27 EU countries as well as the UK, Norway and Switzerland; Charge applies to all tickets issued from June 26, 2024 with departure from January 1, 2025; Lufthansa Group invests billions
(Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change) The Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) is calling on its member governments and observer organizations to nominate experts to the meeting that will draft the outline of the Methodology Report on the Carbon Dioxide Removal
(Clean Fuels Alliance America) Despite common misconceptions, diesel isn't the dirty word it once was. Join Scott Fenwick, Technical Director at Clean Fuels Alliance America and Allen Schaeffer, Executive Director at Engine Technology Forum, as they discuss transforming the narrative and
(Neste) When it comes to waste, what if instead of asking “Where does it go,” we asked, “What can it be next?” This is the approach taken by Cleanaway Waste Management Limited, Australia’s leading total waste management solutions provider. Neste, meanwhile,
by Gaurav Roy (Securities.io) Hydrogen combustion has emerged as one of the most promising fuel options, offering significant environmental value and performance. At a design level, these engines date back more than four decades. In 1970, inventor Paul Dieges patented a modification that enabled
(Engine Technology Forum) Gasoline, diesel, natural gas and propane continue to be the primary fuel and technology choices for America’s commercial trucks, transit and school buses, with the population of advanced technology near-zero emissions diesels increasing 4% over 2022, according to
by Ana Mano (Reuters) Brazil's privately owned Grupo Potencial will invest 200 million reais ($37 million) to build two "green fuel" pipelines in the south of the farm powerhouse, the company's Vice-President Carlos Hammerschmidt said on Monday. The biofuel pipelines, which will
It’s no coincidence that the benefits of the still-expanding digital economy are colliding with the energy realities of the old economy. Ironically, the energy-hungry cloud is enabling a booming gig economy, which in turn fuels demand for the old economy’s
(Clean Fuels Alliance America) Clean Fuels Alliance America proudly announces that Steve Howell, MARC-IV (M4) Consulting, was honored with the prestigious Eagle Award at the semi-annual ASTM International D02 Committee meetings in Austin, Texas this week (June 19, 2024). The Eagle Award honors
(Clean Fuels Alliance America) Today, Clean Fuels filed a formal petition asking the Environmental Protection Agency to reconsider Renewable Fuel Standard volumes for 2024 and 2025. The agency set biomass-based diesel and overall advanced volumes significantly below actual production of the
(UkrInform) The Verkhovna Rada, Ukraine’s parliament, has approved law No. 3356-d in its entirety on the mandatory share of liquid biofuels (biocomponents) in the transport sector. Yaroslav Zhelezniak, an MP from the Holos Party, announced this on Telegram, Ukrinform reports. According to him, 235
by John Seelmeyer (Nevada Today) University of Nevada, Reno research focuses on use of cactus pear in biofuel production; Spurred by climate change demands, three-year field trial identifies high-production varieties; Cactus pear, known scientifically as Opuntia cochenillifera, appears to have significant potential
(Case IH/AccessWire) Case IH, a brand of CNH, has worked in partnership with FPT Industrial to develop an ethanol-powered engine. Case IH presented the prototype at this year's Agrishow in Ribeirão Preto, Brazil. The Cursor 13 propellant is a prototype for the use of fuel
(Mitsubishi Gas Chemical) Mitsubishi Gas Chemical Company, Inc. (MGC; Head Office: Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo; President: Masashi Fujii) today June 20, 2024) announced that it has begun producing bio-methanol at a just-completed facility within the company’s Niigata Plant, becoming first producer of bio-methanol
(New Energy Blue) New Energy Blue, the clean-energy developer whose technology converts agricultural waste into lowest-carbon biofuels and biochemicals, and ARCO/Murray, one of America’s largest, most experienced, and fastest-growing construction firms, today announce a partnership to build out the New Energy
(Scania) Back in November 2023, Scania (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd (Scania) and Shell Malaysia Trading Sdn Bhd (Shell) launched the pilot test of the first pair of Scania road tankers, operated by Konsortium Port Dickson Sdn Bhd (KPD), running solely on B100
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) This week on ABLC CONNECT, we networked and exchanged information about the world of Renewable Diesel and rDME, and as part of the proceedings, we had the State of Renewable Diesel and rDME presentation. The slides
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) ... Well might you ask, why is there a BioDesign Challenge? For one thing, at such an event, you notice something about young people: how impressively organized and thoughtful they are. ... There’s no app for solving our bigger
(Södra/CISION) As a step in the strategy of getting more out of every tree, Södra is now establishing a new business to become a world leader in the production of kraft lignin. Södra's production facility will be the first commercial facility
(ePURE) Renewable EU ethanol reduced GHG emissions by more than 79% compared to fossil fuel in 2023, according to the latest certified producer data; EU ethanol biorefineries produce more food and feed than fuel -- Production and use of renewable ethanol from ePURE
(Bioenergy International) In Sweden, biogas plant and renewable natural gas (RNG) developer Biokraft International AB (Biokraft) formerly known as Scandinavian Biogas Fuels International AB, has announced that it has signed an exclusive land agreement with global specialty chemicals major Perstorp Holding
The atmospheric concentration of carbon dioxide has now surpassed 420 parts per million, underscoring an alarming milestone in the human-induced warming of our planet. Last year, Earth’s average temperature was 1.48 degrees Celsius hotter than the pre-industrial average. To effectively address
This event gathers industry leaders, innovators, and stakeholders to explore market dynamics, feedstock utilisation, and syngas production. Key topics include Dimethyl Ether (DME) utilisation, investment opportunities, mobility sector advancements, industrial applications, and technical solutions. We’ll also discuss policy frameworks, environmental considerations,
(Clean Energy Education and Empowerment) Students and early-career researchers from all academic disciplines are invited to participate in a poster competition at the annual C3E Symposium and Awards, which will be held November 13, 2024 at Stanford University in Stanford,
(Carnegie Science) Adrien Burlacot's lab is attempting to understand biochemical and biophysical steps of how algae capture carbon dioxide, which could enable us to improve the efficiency of important crop plants and to enhance carbon capture solutions. -- It’s hard to overstate
by Erin Voegele (Biomass Magazine) The USDA Foreign Agricultural Service on June 11 published a report discussing how the recent boom in U.S. renewable diesel production has caused market-altering shifts to both foreign and domestic feedstock trade. U.S. renewable diesel consumption has
by Peter Ker (Financial Review) Rio Tinto has urged the federal government to make crops grown for the production of biofuels eligible for Australian carbon credit units as Canberra appeals to the private sector to propose its own eligibility criteria to earn these
by Fatima Bahtić (Offshore Energy) Swiss-based travel retailer Avolta and German logistics provider DB Schenker have signed an agreement for the transport of goods using marine biofuel between Europe and the United States. Avolta revealed that from now on, all containers that
(Krishi Jagran) India is set to host the 64th ISO Council Meeting in New Delhi, spotlighting its leadership in the sugar and biofuel sectors. -- India is hosting the 64th International Sugar Organization (ISO) Council Meeting in New Delhi from June 25th to
(India Today) IIT Kanpur and NSI Kanpur have joined forces to establish a Centre of Excellence for Biofuels, aiming to advance research and technology in ethanol, methanol, bio-CNG, aviation fuel, and green hydrogen production from biomass, bolstering India's energy independence and
(MENAFN- IANS) Jerusalem, June 17 (IANS) The Israeli Ministry of energy and Infrastructure has announced a strategic plan for the country's energy transition from traditional fossil fuels to biological, synthetic, and hydrogen fuels by 2050. The plan's purpose is to adapt the country's economic growth
by Aida Čučuk (Offshore Energy) Empati, a company that specializes in data-centric renewable energy technologies and applied artificial intelligence, and TNE, a provider of energy solutions, have signed a strategic memorandum of understanding (MoU) to accelerate the production of green
(Mitsubishi Heavy Industries) Accumulated technology for liquefied gas carriers utilized to support the construction of Japan's first methanol-fueled RORO vessel; High-performance dual-fuel engine reduces CO2 emissions by more than 10% compared to heavy oil vessels Mitsubishi Shipbuilding Co., Ltd., a part of
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) Claus Nussgruber, the CEO of Utility Global, made his ABLC debut with this look at the hydrogen landscape and in particular the eXEROtechnology platform, with the promise of electrolysis without costly and hard to secure electricity.
by Wayne Lee and Doug Rivers (LEC Partners (formerly Lee Enterprises Consulting)/Biofuels Digest) In bioeconomy-related projects, two distinct scenarios emerge concerning the expert. On one hand, there’s a company’s proactive decision to seek the expertise of an expert to guide them
(GreenBiz) Younger adults lead other generations in seeking purpose-driven work: A large majority of Gen Z (86%) and Millennial (89%) workers say that having a meaningful mission is important in their career, according to a Deloitte survey of 22,800 younger workers. They’ll even “climate
South American governments are designing ambitious strategies for the development of a new export that could speed economic development and slow climate change: green hydrogen. Over the next two decades, these and other countries in the region hope to capitalize
by Cole Martin (Argus Media) US passenger rail service Amtrak used 1.2mn USG of renewable diesel in fiscal year 2023, up from zero the prior year, as the company balances near-term climate targets with goals to increase ridership. Amtrak started using renewable
by Roberto Samora and Marcelo Teixeira (Reuters) BP Plc (BP.L) will evaluate expanding and diversifying its biofuel operation in Brazil, looking at new products such as second-generation ethanol and sustainable aviation fuel after buying out Bunge (BG.N) from their joint venture BP Bunge Bioenergia. The company said
by Senator Pete Ricketts (R-NE) (Nebraska's Best Country) June marks the start of a busy summer driving season. This year, many American families are feeling the pain of prices at the pump. Since Joe Biden took office, gas prices have risen
by Anne C. Mulkern (Politico Pro Energywire) Companies that supply aviation fuel would have to offset the carbon emissions by funding cleaner transportation fuel projects. -- Every day, nearly 600 airline flights carry passengers between airports within California. It’s the nation’s largest
by H. Claire Brown and Yusuf Khan (Wall Street Journal) ... But as the industry matures, fuel producers and airlines are scratching their heads over how best to invest their cash because of one major problem: No one agrees on what counts
by Kelsey Brugger and Emma Dumain (E&E Daily) Three prominent oil refiners have been raising concerns with Republicans over legislation that would study the carbon intensity of domestic products. Some of the nation’s largest oil companies have been raising concerns with congressional
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) Sean Newsum, now with Airlines for America after long service at Boeing, returns to the ABLC stage for a perspective on the path to 20250, including closing the affordability gap for SAF buyers, increasing SAF production
(Terntank) The objective of the eMETHANOLxWSolution project is to contribute to the decarbonization of the shipping industry and our customer’s zero-emission supply chains of renewable fuels in the Baltic Sea and the North Sea. The project demonstrates an innovative combination of foldable
We're assembling Earth's foremost collaborators, activists and innovators to lead the way towards a new climate era. Operating across sustainability, design, culture, food, tech, data, science, policy and entertainment - attendees will participate in solutions-driven experiences alongside world-renowned experts to
by Mark Maurer (Wall Street Journal) The standard setter wants to establish requirements around renewable-energy certificates and carbon offsets amid the emergence of compliance programs -- The Financial Accounting Standards Board wants to set requirements on how companies account for environmental credits
(Climate Ethanol Alliance) The Climate Ethanol Alliance (CEA), representing interests in Europe, the US, and Asia, has been established to advance transport decarbonisation. The Alliance brings together bioethanol producers, service providers, and input suppliers within the bioeconomy to support the climate
by Rick Adamczak (The Daily Reporter) “EVs are not taking away our business and, quite frankly, they’re not taking away business from gas producers,” said Brad Moffitt, ethanol specialist at Ohio Corn & Wheat. “Liquid fuels are not going to go
by Ilona Wissenbach and Thomas Seythal (Reuters) Producers of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) in the European Union cannot increase output fast enough to meet quotas, the CEO of Frankfurt airport operator Fraport (FRAG.DE) said, adding the new European Commission would have to address
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) Bioprocessing solutions for next gen biorefineries is what MetGen is about, and this illuminating slide guide from ABLC 2024 highlights how they maximize the value for biomass, de-bottleneck a biorefinery, all about the enzymatic lignin fractionation
(Office of The Hon Catherine King MP, Minister for Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development and Local Government) The Albanese Government is seeking views on ways to help kickstart Australia’s low carbon liquid fuels (LCLF) industry, from farm and feedstock to bowser. We are seeking
Disclosing the most recent data on biomethane production facilities in operation and the private investment currently driving the growth of the sector with the launch of a new edition of the European Biomethane Map and the EBA Biomethane Investment Outlook. 2024
(European Biogas Association) The European biomethane sector will receive an injection of €25 billion in private investments by 2030, according to a European Biogas Association (EBA) analysis released today. This represents a 30% increase compared to last year estimates. The 2nd edition of the Biomethane
(Maire) The complex, located inside the HOLBORN refinery in Hamburg, is expected to be operational in early 2027 and will produce 220,000 tons per year of high-quality renewable diesel and sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) from waste and residues; The project will leverage both KT's execution and NEXTCHEM's
(CI Biogas (Google Translation)) The International Center for Renewable Energy ( CIBiogás ) and the Brazil-Germany Cooperation for Sustainable Development, through the H2Brasil project, inaugurated, on June 17th, the first pilot plant in Brazil for the production of synthetic oil from biogas, focusing
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) In this presentation, Raymond James Sr VP Pavel robin returns to the ABLC stage to share his perspective on the threat to biofuels posed by electrification of the fleet — or is the threat that big
(SkyNRG) - A decisive year for announced projects targeting operations before 2030, as most in progress facilities still face the challenges of raising capital, construction, and commissioning. - Regulatory developments are driving Sustainable Aviation fuel (SAF) demand, with mandates and aspirational
by Fumika Sato (Nikkei Asia) Palm oil industry looks to lessen carbon footprint tied to decaying trunks -- Japanese and Malaysian researchers are testing a process to turn felled palm trees into biomass that serves as a renewable source of energy. The trunks of felled
by Keigo Yoshida (Nikkeo Asia) Vegetable oil mixed with crude in existing refineries to emit less CO2 -- Japanese trading house Marubeni has begun supplying All Nippon Airways with lower-emissions sustainable aviation fuel produced in South Korea by a method that cuts the
(Neste) Neste has supplied sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) to Emirates for flights departing from Singapore Changi Airport. With this, Emirates becomes the first international visiting carrier using SAF supplied at the airport from Neste’s Singapore refinery. To meet Emirates’ needs, over
(Chevron Lummus Global) Chevron Lummus Global LLC (CLG) today (June 13, 2024) announced its ISOTERRA technology has been selected for a groundbreaking sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) project in China. CLG will provide the technology license, engineering services, and supply proprietary equipment
(Growth Energy) Biofuels are leading a new wave of growth across the American industrial bioeconomy, and a new report proves it. New research commissioned by Growth Energy and other industry leaders – including ADM, POET, and Marquis Energy – shows that U.S. industrial bioeconomy
by Cindy Zimmerman (Energy.AgWired.com) Despite appeals from the U.S. government, ethanol exporters and importers, Brazil’s Ministry of the Economy (CAMEX) has chosen to continue its 18 percent tariff on U.S. ethanol. U.S. ethanol interests, with support from the Brazil Association of Fuel
Explore the use of hydrogen in internal combustion engines at this virtual event featuring leading industry engine and equipment makers as well as suppliers. We'll discuss using hydrogen in internal combustion engines (H2-ICE), as well as the key challenges for the
Capturing and storing carbon dioxide in underground wells has the potential to become the most consequential technological deployment in the history of the broader biofuels industry. Deploying effective carbon capture and storage at biofuels plants will cement ethanol and biodiesel
Now in its 41st year, the FEW provides the global ethanol industry with cutting-edge content and unparalleled networking opportunities in a dynamic business-to-business environment. The FEW is the largest, longest running ethanol conference in the world—and the only event powered
The Sustainable Fuels Summit: SAF, Renewable Diesel, and Biodiesel is a premier forum designed for producers of biodiesel, renewable diesel, and sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) to learn about cutting-edge process technologies, innovative techniques, and equipment to optimize existing production. Attendees
(U.S. Department of Energy) The U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE) Clean Fuels & Products Shot™ Summit Questions & Answers (Q&A) are now available. Stakeholders across government, industry, academia, and non-profit organizations attended the two-day virtual event to learn about the Shot’s objectives, progress, priorities,
by Christian Robles (E&E News Energywire) A Texas hydrogen project is facing criticism over whether it will have adequate water supplies, illustrating how local disputes on everything from pipelines to air pollution threaten the industry’s build-out. Near Corpus Christi, environmentalists and some
(Metsä Group) Metsä Group and the technology company ANDRITZ will investigate the possibility of building a carbon capture facility in connection with the bioproduct mill. The work focuses on the capture of four million tonnes of carbon dioxide from a mill
(by Action Sustainability for the Supply Chain Sustainability School) A groundbreaking report, “Responsible Sourcing of HVO – A Comprehensive Guide,” has been released, aiming to accelerate the global transition towards sustainable energy. Developed by Action Sustainability for the Supply Chain Sustainability
by John Cox (Bakersfield Californian/Yahoo!) A yearslong headache of a project south of Rosedale Highway is coming to a head as the owner of the former Big West oil refinery pushes to finish converting the plant to produce renewable diesel. Long Beach-based
by Pietro Lombardi (Reuters) Infrastructure investment firm White Summit Capital will invest 250 million euros ($267 million) in a green hydrogen and methanol plant in Spain, a person familiar with the matter told Reuters. The investment aims to tap into demand from
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) Infinium is a Commercial Scale decarbonization Platform for heavy transport, utilizing existing infrastructure for lower emissions today. Infinium’s production process uses renewable power, waste CO2 and water and, unlike most of today’s SAF and Renewable Diesel,
(Inside EPA) The Ozone Transport Commission (OTC) of 12 Mid-Atlantic and Northeastern States is warning EPA that air emissions from biodiesel used in trucks are substantially higher than the agency currently believes and is urging officials to review recent findings on
(Aamerican Petroleum Institute) The American Petroleum Institute (API) today filed a lawsuit in the D.C. Circuit Court of Appeals challenging the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) heavy-duty (HD) vehicle emissions standards for model years (MY) 2027-2032. “Today, we are standing up for consumers who
by Matthew J. Grassi (AgWeb) Landus Cooperative is celebrating the grand opening of a new 75,000-square-foot fertilizer production and distribution facility in Boone, Iowa, this week. According to the cooperative, the $15 million sustainable fertilizer facility will produce an 82-0-0 slow-release ammonium
by Michael Bates (NGT News) Building materials provider Cemex and Clean Energy Fuels Corp. have reached a new fueling agreement to provide renewable natural gas (RNG) to power 39 of Cemex US’s ready-mix and cement bulk trucks in Southern California. Cemex’s collaboration with Clean Energy is
ByVincent Fernandes (Bizz Buzz) ... The International Aerospace Environmental Group (IAEG) has announced that leading aerospace companies are collaborating to evaluate technical issues regarding the compatibility of 100% sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) with airplane systems. Recognizing SAF is a fundamental step
(Simply Blue) Cork-based developer has acquired land in Whitegate as part of ongoing development work for a renewable energy park that will produce sustainable fuels. -- Simply Blue Group, a leading global renewable energy developer, has acquired land in Whitegate, adjacent to
by y Bill Hagy (LEC Partners/Biofuels Digest) There are numerous federal funding resources available to support commercial-scale bioeconomy projects. The following items should be considered when identifying federal funding resource(s) available for potential project funding: Some programs are restricted to small businesses. Some
The Forum Agenda will focus on strategic partnerships and adding value to Industry through sustainability and unique opportunities in the biorefinery space including lignin, crude tall oil (CTO), and sugars. The forum will also highlight significant updates on commercial deployment of
Every spring and fall, the term "RVP" resurfaces frequently as gasoline, butane, olefins, toluene, xylenes, and other prices fluctuate with the changes in seasonal gasoline specifications. But what exactly are gasoline RVP specs, and how do they affect your profitability? Whether you
(RFD TV) As we continue to see a push for electric vehicles, a new study is underscoring the economic and environmental benefits of hybrid flex-fuel vehicles and their distinct advantages over full EVs Robert White with the Renewable Fuels Association spoke with
by P.j. Huffstutter and Karl Plume (Reuters) South Dakota farmer Eric Kroupa received a flurry of calls from grain dealers and ethanol plants asking to buy the corn locked away in his bins when prices neared 4-1/2-month peaks last month. He sold
by Liz Goodwin (Washington Post) But now, facing a tough reelection climate in November, some Senate Democrats who are fighting for their political lives in red states are distancing themselves from aspects of President Biden’s EV policies as Republicans go on
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) Founded in 1957, the National Corn Growers Association represents more than 40,000 dues-paying corn farmers nationwide and the interests of more than 300,000 growers. A goal of the NCGA’s is to establish a Production Tax Credit
(Yara) Today (June 10, 2024), Yara International is officially opening its renewable hydrogen plant at Herøya, Norway. Yara is now producing renewable hydrogen and ammonia and has already delivered the first tonnes of fertilizers made from renewable ammonia produced at
(Freeport East) Freeport East has welcomed significant investment in an international green hydrogen project to drive decarbonisation in the maritime sector. The Hydrogen Zero Emission Maritime (HyZEM) project will receive £1.44 million from Innovate UK and a similar sum from Australia’s
by Pooja Chandak (Solar Quarter) India takes a monumental stride towards fostering demand for Green Hydrogen and its derivatives with the initiation of a groundbreaking initiative by the Solar Energy Corporation of India (SECI). In a significant development, SECI has issued
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) Christian Librera, who was appointed Senior Vice President of UPM Biofuels in 2023, discusses the company’s role and the future of advanced biofuels in global decarbonising efforts. After several years’ experience in the field of
by Gerson Freitas Jr, Tarso Veloso, and Kim Chipman (Bloomberg/Farm Progress) Brazil accounted for 40% of tallow imports into US this year; Good news for fuelmakers poses threat to US soyoil suppliers -- Brazil is reaping the benefits from a US biofuels boom,
by Brent Barnett (Brownfield Ag News) The senior vice president of industry relations for the Renewable Fuels Association says the availability of E85 has been increasing across the country. Robert White tells Brownfield E85 is significantly cheaper than E10 gasoline. “We have
by Congressman Dan Musser (R-PA 9th) (The Hill) ... Unfortunately, the Biden Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) recent announcement of an effective ban on new gas cars for half the driving population does not strike the appropriate balance of both protecting our environment and
by Bill DeMora (Democratic Ohio State Senator/The Well) ... The world is investing in technologies like carbon capture, electric vehicles, and wind and solar energy. However, these technologies will remain underdeveloped and cost prohibitive for at least the next few years. We
by Jefferson dos Santos Estevo* (Advanced Biofuels USA) In the third Webinar, the theme was one of the most promising alternatives for mitigating greenhouse gas emissions, not only for civil aviation but in different areas: Power-to-X (PT-X) technology. Before the
Consumers have an ever-increasing number of vehicle choices and fuel options for their personal mobility. The market for new electric vehicles is growing, representing 9.5% of new light duty vehicle sales in 2023, more than doubling from 2021 (4.3%), according
(Solution F) During a press conference held on the sidelines of the 24 Hours of Le Mans, French engine manufacturer Solution F announced today the signing of a partnership agreement with Saleen Automotive to supply an all-new twin-turbo V6 for
With over 800 exhibitors, Gastech is the largest energy exhibition and conference for natural gas, LNG, hydrogen, climate technologies, low-carbon solutions and energy manufacturing – areas that will provide the defining answers of the coming decades as the world decarbonizes
(Department of Energy Brookhaven National Laboratory/EurekAlert!) A high-yielding version of this oilseed crop could help meet the increasing demand for biofuels -- Efforts to achieve net-zero carbon emissions from transportation fuels are increasing demand for oil produced by nonfood crops. These plants
(Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Ltd.) Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Ltd. has successfully commissioned India’s first Solid Oxide based Electrolyser (SOE) at its HP Green R&D Centre, Bengaluru for Green Hydrogen (GH2) generation. This highly efficient pilot-scale electrolyzer can generate Green Hydrogen with 99.99%
by Jennifer Dudley-Nicholson (St George & Sutherland Shire Leader/Australian Associated Press) Airlines and transport companies may be forced to use more biofuel, with tax breaks for companies that produce it, under proposals the federal government is considering. Transport Minister Catherine King launched
by Naida Hakirevic Prevljak (Offshore Energy) Norway-based RoRo transportation provider United European Car Carriers (UECC) said it is on track to exceed its goal of a 45% emissions reduction by 2030 after more than doubling biofuel usage across its fleet last
(Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners/Globe Newswire) Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners (CIP), through its CI Advanced Bioenergy Fund I (CI ABF I), today announced the launch of Greengate Biogas in partnership with Atlas Renewables and Energex Partners. -- Under the Greengate Biogas partnership CIP, Atlas Renewables
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) Mike McCurdy, Managing Director of Fuels & Power at ICF presented these slides at ABLC Next on how sustainable aviation fuels are taking off in the near term with the latest projected figures for the 2020s,
(GREEN MARINE) The rapid advancement of the energy transition in shipping underscores the critical importance of methanol as a marine fuel. Essential to the smooth adoption is the necessary supply chain infrastructure. GREEN MARINE FUELS TRADING is thrilled to unveil a strategic
by Naida Hakirevic Prevljak (Offshore Energy) Finnish shipbuilder Meyer Turku has delivered Mein Schiff 7, a methanol-ready cruise ship, to German cruise line TUI Cruises. The delivery ceremony for the 111,500 GT newbuilding took place on June 10, 2024. Mein Schiff 7 is
by Krishna Ruparelia (SGMF) Peer-reviewed study declares definitive figures for GHG reduction potential with the use of ammonia as a marine fuel -- An independent study has confirmed that greenhouse gas (GHG) reductions of up to 61% are now achievable from using
(Korea Institute of Machinery and Materials) The first time in the country, KIMM demonstrates the technology of using LNG-ammonia dual-fuel MW-class marine engine combustion; Highly anticipated technology in the in the global market that focuses heavily on an environmentally sustainable marine engine MW-class marine
by Naida Hakirevic Prevljak (Offshore Energy) Taiwanese container shipping company Evergreen Marine has ordered six 2,400 TEU methanol dual-fuel containerships in China, continuing its efforts to decarbonize operations. The Sub-Panamax vessels will be built by CSSC Huangpu Wenchong Shipbuilding Company Limited, part
by Mark Dorenkamp (Brownfield Ag News) Ethanol will be on full display during a NASCAR event this weekend. Iowa Corn Growers Association president Jolene Riessen says the Iowa Corn 350 Cup Series Race is a great way to promote the industry. “That’s our
by Sean Reilly (Politico Pro E&E News PM) As the number of biofuel plants rise, a watchdog group called for a stronger permitting and enforcement regime. -- Biofuels plants are often large sources of hazardous air pollution, presenting a major concern as
by Jarrett Renshaw (Reuters) The nation's largest oil trade group, which includes Exxon Mobil (XOM.N) and Chevron (CVX.N), filed a federal lawsuit on Thursday seeking to block the Biden administration's efforts to reduce planet-warming emissions from cars and light trucks and encourage electric vehicle manufacturing,
We've been talking to regular folks at community events for Earth Day and climate mitigation mobilization and such. We ask: Do you drive? What kind of fuel do you use? When someone says "Unleaded 88" or "E15" or "the cheapest
by Jonathan Martin (Clean Fuels Alliance America) Tremendous growth in the biomass-based diesel industry should be celebrated by producers and farmers, as well as those who enjoy breathing cleaner air and lower greenhouse gas emissions. However, that growth coupled with disappointing Renewable Fuel Standard volumes
(Clean Fuels Alliance America) Today, a bipartisan group of 18 Senators, led by Sens. Amy Klobuchar (D-MN) and Chuck Grassley (R-IA), sent a letter to EPA Administrator Michael Regan encouraging the agency to complete 2026 RFS rules and raise volumes for
by Treena Hein (Seed World) The Intermediate Oilseed Crop Alliance (IOCA), advocates for sustainable crops such as pennycress and camelina to meet rising biofuel demands and support environmental goals. In response to the growing global and U.S. demand for significantly higher biofuel
(Club of Mozambique) During the Biodiesel Forum in São Paulo, Brazil and Mozambique signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) for the joint development of biofuels. The MOU was signed by Ubrabio (União dos Produtores de Biodiesel e Bioquerosene do Brasil) and by
Over 80% of the world’s trade travels by sea, and that makes global shipping a major contributor to Green House Gas emissions – the OECD estimates that 858 million tons of CO2 emissions globally from the shipping industry in 2022,
(Sustainable Energy Fund) Reducing our carbon footprint from our energy use sometimes requires us to think about new ways to source our energy. While many companies and institutions have made great strides in reducing their footprint through energy efficiency and renewables
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