(Global Centre for Green Fuels/PR Newswire) Ministry of Construction and Global Centre for Green Fuels convenes policymakers, aviation regulators, airlines, fuel suppliers and technology providers to discuss SAF policy frameworks, market development and investment opportunities. Policymakers, aviation regulators, airlines, fuel suppliers, technology
2026 Market Brief
(The State of Sustainable Fleets) Powertrain Diversification Defines Fleet Resilience Through Uncertainty -- The 2026 Market Brief arrives as commercial and public fleets navigate what many consider the most complex operating environment in history. A prolonged freight recession, federal policy reversals
July 07, 2026 Read Full Article
From Paddock to Plane: GrainCorp Outlines Pathway for Australia’s Sustainable Aviation Fuel Future
(GrainCorp) GrainCorp has today (July 6, 2026) released a new white paper highlighting Australia’s readiness to build a domestic Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) industry, as the Federal Government prepares to consult on a demand-side measure to stimulate investment in refining capacity. Titled
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Biomethane Used in the Transport Sector with a Guarantee of Origin for the First Time in Portugal
(REN) Rede Eléctrica Nacional S.A., in its capacity as a Guarantees of Origin Issuing Entity (EEGO), has registered the first certification of Guarantees of Origin (GO) for biomethane intended for the transport sector. With this operation, the company G3 | Go
July 07, 2026 Read Full Article
How to Convert Your Car or Truck into a Flex-Fuel Vehicle
by Brad Brownell (Jalopnik) ... You may have also seen that E85 has an attractively low price attached to it, particularly if you live in the American Midwest, where the cost of a gallon of E85 is often more than a
July 07, 2026 Read Full Article
Regulatory Agenda Released by the White House Office of Management and Budget on July 3 -- U.S. Department of the Treasury Plans to Issue Final 45Z Regulations in November 2026.
by Erin Krueger (Ethanol Producer Magazine) ... U.S. Department of the Treasury currently plans to issue final 45Z clean fuel production credit regulations in November 2026. Information on Treasury’s 45Z rulemaking process is one of hundreds of regulatory actions summarized in the
July 07, 2026 Read Full Article
How Energy Security Concerns Are Driving Biofuels Boom
by Anuradha Raghu, Elizabeth Elkin, Rakesh Sharma and Eko Listiyorini (Bloomberg/MSN) Demand for biofuels has been growing in many parts of the world. Governments, particularly those in countries with big farming sectors, have viewed crop-based fuels as a way to support
July 07, 2026 Read Full Article
The Digest’s 2026 Multi-Slide Guide to Bridge Financing
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) First-of-a-kind (FOAK) bioeconomy plants face a critical 12-to-24-month funding gap between mechanical completion and commercial operations. Construction lenders exit at commissioning, while permanent lenders require verified operating data before underwriting debt. Without revenue, this unfunded “ramp
July 07, 2026 Read Full Article
Sherlock Holmes and the Case of the Great Octane Hunt
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Diges) Being an account of a curious inquiry into the true nature of renewable octane. -- ... “Gasoline,” Holmes replied, “is merely the carrier. Octane is the quality every engineer is desperately trying to purchase.” Outside, a hansom
July 07, 2026 Read Full Article
Anticipatory Governance for Responsible Innovation in Synthetic Biology
(Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development) This paper examines how OECD countries are adapting governance frameworks to support responsible innovation in synthetic biology. Using the OECD Framework for Anticipatory Governance of Emerging Technologies as an analytical lens, it reviews national strategies,
July 07, 2026 Read Full Article
'No Such Offer Made': Centre Debunks Claims Bhutan Rejected India's E20 Petrol
(Times of India) The ministry of petroleum and natural gas (MoPNG) on Sunday dismissed reports claiming that Bhutan had refused to import India’s E20 petrol, stating that no such offer had ever been made by the country’s oil marketing companies (OMCs). Calling the claims
July 07, 2026 Read Full Article
Libanan Tells DOE: 5% Coconut Biodiesel Blend Recommendation Is Urgent
by y Ellson Quismorio (Manila Bulletin) A ranking congressman is prodding the Department of Energy (DOE) to quickly act on Department of Agriculture's (DA) endorsement of the immediate adoption of a five percent (B5) coconut biodiesel blend. According to House Minority Leader and
July 07, 2026 Read Full Article
GHGP Urged to Unlock Renewable Gaseous Fuels Markets ahead of New Standard
(Bioenergy International) Aligning with the UK's London Climate Action Week’s ambition to deliver an inclusive and resilient net-zero transition, circa 90 global industry leaders have called on the Greenhouse Gas Protocol (GHGP) to recognise the environmental and climate benefits of renewable
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Menzies Aviation Signs MoU with FlyORO to Expand SAF Availability
(Menzies Aviation) Menzies Aviation, the leading service partner to the world’s airports and airlines, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with FlyORO Technologies Pte. Ltd, to support sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) distribution. Menzies will use its experience in fuel operations and
July 07, 2026 Read Full Article
B.C. Biofuel Use Reaches New Milestones, Demonstrating Economic Value of Low-Carbon Fuels
(Advanced Biofuels Canada) B.C. Reaches Nearly 4% Sustainable Aviation Fuel, Exceeding 2030 Requirement Five Years Early -- New data from British Columbia's Low Carbon Fuel Standard show that biofuels continue to deliver significant economic and climate value in the province, with renewable
July 07, 2026 Read Full Article
FutureFuel Corp. Monetizes 2025 45Z Clean Fuel Tax Credits, Commits to 2026 Sale
(Future Fuel/Globe Newswire/Yahoo! Finance) FutureFuel Corp. (NYSE: FF) ("FutureFuel"), a leading manufacturer of specialty chemicals and renewable biofuels, announced that it has finalized the sale of all its 2025 Section 45Z Clean Fuel Production and Small Producer Tax Credits to Freepoint
July 06, 2026 Read Full Article
The European Methanol Summit 2026 --- October 14-15, 2026 --- Valencia, Spain
Now in its 5th edition, ACI’s European Methanol Summit 2026 connects senior decision-makers in-person at a defining moment for the sector. As regulation tightens, capital becomes more selective, and global competition intensifies, the conference will build on its momentum to
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Govt. Plans up to 15% Isobutanol Blending in Diesel
by Tushar Kelshikar (Moneycontrol/Team-BHP) Gadkari said that pilot demonstrations have already shown encouraging results. -- The government of India has outlined the next phase of its biofuel programme, aimed at reducing the country’s dependence on fossil fuel imports. Nitin Gadkari, Minister for
July 06, 2026 Read Full Article
From 'Monstrously Stupid' to Mainstream Fuel: Has Ethanol Proved Legendary Charlie Munger Wrong?
by Subhankar Paul (Business Today) ... The picture has changed over the past two decades. Improved crop yields, more efficient fertiliser use, advances in ethanol plants, and greater reliance on natural gas and renewable electricity have significantly improved the industry's energy performance. Recent
July 06, 2026 Read Full Article
UK Ministers Shift Sustainable Aviation Fuel Stance Following US Lobbying Tour
(Streamline) UK policymakers adjust Sustainable Aviation Fuel mandates following pressure from American agribusiness, balancing net-zero goals against supply realities. -- A recent diplomatic expedition to the United States has catalyzed a significant recalibration of the United Kingdom's environmental policy regarding advanced biofuels
July 06, 2026 Read Full Article
India's Sugar Industry Likely to Exit Exports and Exist for Ethanol
by Quratulain Rehbar (Nikkei Asia) Biofuel push, climate stress drastically reshape world's former 2nd-largest sugar exporter READ MORE Related articles India likely won't export sugar for years as El Nino, ethanol squeeze supply (Reuters) Excerpt from Reuters: El Nino threatens lowest rainfall in 11 years Farmers switch
July 06, 2026 Read Full Article
UJ’s JENano Group Advances Green Hydrogen and Energy-Storage Technologies
by Charlotte Motinyane (University of Johannesburg Faculty of Engineering and the Built Environment/Creamer Media's Engineering News) Researchers from the JENano Group at the University of Johannesburg (UJ) are advancing South Africa’s green hydrogen ambitions through integrated research spanning computational materials design,
July 06, 2026 Read Full Article
Metacon Granted Approximately SEK 111 Million from Klimatklivet for Hydrogen Production Reference Plant in Uppsala
(Metacon/PR Newswire) Metacon AB (publ) has been granted up to SEK 111 million in support from Klimatklivet to build a 10 MW electrolysis plant in Uppsala for local production of green hydrogen for use in industry and fossil-free and environmentally friendly
July 06, 2026 Read Full Article
CSIR–NIIST, Hyderabad Startup Partner for Fruit Ethanol Production
(Press Trust of India/Siasat Daily) The initiative offers a sustainable solution for utilising surplus, unsold and processing-grade fruits that often remain underutilised or are lost due to their perishable nature. CSIR-NIIST on Thursday, July 2, said it has signed a Memorandum of
July 06, 2026 Read Full Article
Gov. Newsom Signs Sen. McNerney’s Bill to Boost Green Hydrogen, a Clean-Energy Gamechanger
(Office of California State Sen. Jerry McNerney (05)) Gov. Gavin Newsom on Monday night signed Sen. Jerry McNerney’s SB 1350, groundbreaking legislation that significantly expands the use of green hydrogen, a clean-energy gamechanger. SB 1350 allows natural gas power plants to use hydrogen
July 06, 2026 Read Full Article
The Digest’s 2026 Multi-Slide Guide to Bio-Based Reverse Logistics
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) Bio-based product end-of-life claims—such as compostability or chemical recyclability—create significant legal and reputational liabilities when the required reverse logistics do not exist. Currently, fewer than ten percent of labeled products have accessible recovery infrastructure. To avoid
July 06, 2026 Read Full Article
Minnesota to Withdraw EV Mandate
(National Association of Convenience Stores) The decision is tied to a court case led by NACS and Minnesota retailers. -- Minnesota has agreed to entirely withdraw its EV mandate (Clean Cars rule), per a recently submitted Stipulation and Joint Motion sent to
July 06, 2026 Read Full Article
Summit Pipeline Moves Forward in Iowa
by Todd Neeley (DTN Progressive Farmer) Summit Carbon Solutions Pipeline Gets New Path Forward After Iowa Permit Change -- While the Iowa Utilities Commission decided to keep a construction ban in place for the proposed Summit Carbon Solutions carbon dioxide pipeline, the
July 06, 2026 Read Full Article
SB 253 Update: CARB Delays Reporting Deadline to November 2026 and Proposes to Clarify Requirements
(Sidley Austin) Companies preparing to comply with California’s Senate Bill (SB) 253 and submit their first required disclosures in August 2026 have received an update this week from the California Air Resources Board (CARB) that will delay reporting deadlines. On June
July 06, 2026 Read Full Article
Is a New Biofuel Opportunity Emerging on the High Seas?
by Cassidy Walter (Successful Farming) • Oceangoing vessels over 5,000 gross tons make up 85% of global shipping CO2 emissions, according to the International Maritime Organization. The Renewable Fuels Association estimates capturing 5% of the fuel market for ships that size would
July 06, 2026 Read Full Article
Workshop Descarbonização da Frota de Navios Brasileira --- July 16, 2026 --- São Paulo, Brazil
No dia 16 de julho de 2026, teremos um evento aberto, que integrará outros grupos de pesquisa e profissionais engajados no tema da descarbonização marítima. O encontro acontecerá nas instalações do Tanque de Provas Numérico (TPN - USP) e contará
July 06, 2026 Read Full Article
Seoul Biofuels, SAF Conference Supports Ethanol Demand Growth In South Korea
(U.S. Grains & BioProducts Council) The U.S. Grains & BioProducts Council (USGBC), in cooperation with U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Foreign Agricultural Service (USDA’s FAS) and the Korea Biofuels Forum, hosted the 2026 Seoul Biofuels & Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) Conference in
July 05, 2026 Read Full Article
Closing the Gap Between Methane Measurement and Action: How Veritas Is Advancing Practical, Measurement-Informed Decision Making --- July 15, 2026 --- ONLINE
As expectations for methane transparency increase, organizations face a common challenge: collecting data is one thing, turning it into practical, confident action is another. Because methane emissions also represent natural gas product losses, efforts to identify and reduce them serve
July 05, 2026 Read Full Article
Transpetro Signs US$427M Contract to Build Four MR1 Vessels in Brazil
by José López (Inspenet) Expansion and modernization of Transpetro's fleet brings benefits to the Brazilian shipbuilding industry -- Transpetro signed a contract with the Rio Grande shipyard for the construction of four MR1 medium-range vessels intended for transporting oil and refined products
July 05, 2026 Read Full Article
Webinar: Q3 Biofuels Outlook: Iran War Implications
(ResourceWise) Get an expert market analysis on critical biofuels and feedstocks topics in the wake of the Iran War. What We Covered Supply-Demand Disruptions An analysis of how the Iran War is impacting supply and demand across global energy. Security of Supply Where and how biofuel
July 05, 2026 Read Full Article
China's HVO Exports Overtake Biodiesel for the First Time
(ResourceWise) China reached an important milestone in May that could signal a broader shift in global biofuel trade. For the first time on record, the country exported more hydrotreated vegetable oil (HVO) than biodiesel (FAME) in a single month. While biodiesel remains
July 05, 2026 Read Full Article
Europe Adds 1 bcm of Biomethane Production, but Acceleration of Its Own Source of Renewable Gas Can Go Much Faster
(European Biogas Association) The European Biogas Association (EBA) today (July 1, 2026) unveils two major publications: the European Biomethane Map, developed in cooperation with Gas Infrastructure Europe (GIE), and the Biomethane Investment Outlook. Together, they show a sector that continues to
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Zhejiang's Blue Whale Bioenergy Obtains China SAF Export Quota
by Ryan Wong and Daisy Xu (S&P Global) Blue Whale gains China SAF export approval; Company receives 305,000 mt annual quota; China now has six authorized SAF exporters Zhejiang's Blue Whale Bioenergy has successfully been placed on a SAF export whitelist by the Chinese
July 05, 2026 Read Full Article
Wet Coffee Grounds Turned into High-Grade Solid Fuel in Just 90 Seconds
(National Research Council of Science & Technology/EurekAlert!) A world-first flame plasma pyrolysis technology eliminates the need for pre-drying, turning moisture-laden organic waste into anthracite-grade biochar with industrial potential Addressing a Growing Waste Challenge Every year, global coffee consumption generates more than 10 million
July 05, 2026 Read Full Article
Joint Statement: After Yesterday’s (June 24, 2026) Welcome ITRE Committee Vote, the European Parliament’s Plenary Needs to Safeguard EU’s Strategic Soy Supply Chains
The European Biodiesel Board and FEDIOL welcome yesterday’s (June 24, 2026) ITRE Committee adoption of the important EPP-ECR Motion for Objection to Delegated Act 2026/2680. This delegated act threatens the viability of EU soy cultivation and processing based on a
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Agrinas Palma Nusantara and Pertamina Power Indonesia Forge Renewable Energy Partnership to Advance Indonesia’s Bioenergy Ambitions
(Palm Oil Magazine) State-owned enterprise PT Agrinas Palma Nusantara (Persero) has strengthened its commitment to supporting Indonesia’s renewable energy transition by signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with PT Pertamina Power Indonesia (PPI). The partnership marks a strategic step toward accelerating
July 05, 2026 Read Full Article
PowerCell Secures 4 MW Marine Fuel Cell Order Valued at SEK 50 Million
(Power Cell Group) PowerCell Group has secured a contract to supply fuel cell systems for two liquid hydrogen-powered cargo ships to be built by Norwegian LH2 Shipping AS. The contract, valued at approximately SEK 50 million, includes 4 MW of installed
July 05, 2026 Read Full Article
Fuel for Thought: LPG Report
(Lloyd's Register) In this key report in our “Fuel for thought” alternative fuels series we evaluate Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG). -- We will explore the current state of LPG as a fuel for shipping. LPG is already a widely available fossil fuel
July 05, 2026 Read Full Article
The Digest’s 2026 Multi-Slide Guide to Renewable Fuel Storage Infrastructure
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) Insufficient storage tank capacity is the hidden bottleneck constraining renewable fuel commissioning at major U.S. refining centers, quietly causing volume curtailments and offtake disputes. Because shared storage is chronically under-provided by independent decision-making, producers cannot rely
July 05, 2026 Read Full Article
Reps. Barragán, Carter, Sr., and Senator Van Hollen Introduce Bill to Develop Next Generation of Clean Shipping Technology and Infrastructure
(Office of Representatives Nanette Barragán (CA-44)) Representatives Nanette Barragán (CA-44) and Troy A. Carter, Sr. (LA-02), along with Senator Chris Van Hollen (MD), reintroduced the Next Generation Shipping Act. The legislation would create a $1 billion per year program through the
July 04, 2026 Read Full Article
Mitsubishi Shipbuilding Receives Order for Ammonia Fuel Handling System "MAmmoSS®" for Hitachi Zosen Marine Engines' Ammonia-Fired Marine Engine Plant.
(Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Group (Google Translation)) ◆ Intended for use in land-based operation of ammonia-fired marine engines; ◆ Compatible with ammonia-fired marine engines from major licensors Everllence SE and WinGD. Mitsubishi Shipbuilding Co., Ltd. (President: Shin Ueda, Headquarters: Minato-ku, Tokyo, hereinafter referred to
July 04, 2026 Read Full Article
CSSC 711 Research Institute's Methanol-Powered Vessel Sets Sail for Europe!
(711 Research Institute of China Shipbuilding Industry Corporation (CSIC) (Google Translation)) Signing agreement for the world's first methanol dual-fuel cement carrier power system. -- Recently, the 711 Research Institute of China Shipbuilding Industry Corporation (CSIC) and Jiangsu Zhenjiang Shipyard officially signed a
July 04, 2026 Read Full Article
The World's First Ammonia-Fueled Ocean-Going Vessel Completed Its Maiden Voyage and First Cargo Flight in Nanjing!
(Shipping Broker/Sina Finance (Google Translation)) On June 27, the world's first ammonia-fueled ocean-going vessel, the "Antwerp," departed from Qingjiang Wharf in Nanjing Jiangbei New Area, successfully completing its first voyage and first cargo loading operation since its official commencement of operations.
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IRH Global Trading and AD Ports Group Sign MoU to Advance Bunkering and Alternative Marine Fuels at Khalifa Port
(International Resources Holding) The MoU outlines potential collaboration across a range of areas, including the provision of bunkering services to vessels calling at Khalifa Port, the development of alternative fuel solutions such as Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG), biofuels, and methanol, and
July 04, 2026 Read Full Article
NCGA Releases Demand Strategy for U.S. Corn’s Next 250 Years
(National Corn Growers Association) The National Corn Growers Association today released a new report outlining a strategy to secure new demand for American corn. As farmers face a projected fourth consecutive year of losses in 2026, NCGA is setting a course
July 04, 2026 Read Full Article
USMCA: Bilateral or Trilateral Trade -- Agriculture Seeks Certainty as US Pursues Separate Talks With Canada and Mexico
by Jake Zajkowski (DTN Progressive Farmer) U.S. officials from the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative are expected to meet virtually with their counterparts from Mexico and Canada this week to launch the agreement's review process. "The Trump administration is expected
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Middle East Crisis Exposes Vulnerabilities in Global Hydrogen Supply Chains as Low-Emissions Alternatives Struggle to Ramp up
(International Energy Agency) Global markets for fertilisers, chemicals and refined products are facing significant disruption, highlighting the importance of diversified supply chains for hydrogen-based products -- The conflict in the Middle East has disrupted global production and trade in hydrogen-based products, exposing
July 04, 2026 Read Full Article
Can Clean Cooking Developers Convince Credit Buyers the Carbon Maths Add up?
by Ben Payton A 2024 study found cookstove projects over-estimated carbon benefits by 1,000%; Bangladesh project cut emissions reduction claims from 84% to 39% under new rules; Fears that conservative standards now exclude viable projects with real benefits; In Kenya, KOKO's 'D' rating made
July 04, 2026 Read Full Article
KBR's PureSAF Technology Selected by Keppel and Aster for Licensing and FEED for Asia's First Commercial-Scale Ethanol-to-Jet Sustainable Aviation Fuel Plant
(KBR) KBR (NYSE: KBR) has been selected to provide technology licensing and Front-End Engineering Design (FEED) services based on its PureSAF℠ technology for the proposed Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) plant being developed by Keppel Ltd.’s (Keppel) Infrastructure Division and Aster Chemicals
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Deutsche Bank Invests in Sustainable Aviation Fuel with Lufthansa Group
(Lufthansa Group) Lufthansa Group and Deutsche Bank expand their sustainability collaboration; Deutsche Bank invests in the deployment of approximately 1,600 metric tonnes of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) with Lufthansa Group; Estimated emissions reduction of approximately 5,500 metric tonnes of CO₂ compared to conventional
July 04, 2026 Read Full Article
Indonesia's 50% Biodiesel Blending Rate Takes Effect
by Bernadette Christina (Reuters) Indonesia's new 50% biodiesel blending mandate took effect on Wednesday (July 1, 2026), requiring a fuel blend of half palm-based diesel and conventional diesel known as B50, even as stakeholders await a revised biodiesel allocation from the
July 03, 2026 Read Full Article
Global Biofuels Alliance Inducts 15 Researchers from Global Universities, Awards US$15,000 Research Grants
(Global Biofuels Alliance/EIN Presswire) US$15,000 research grants awarded to inaugural cohort to strengthen international collaboration in sustainable biofuels -- The India-headquartered Global Biofuels Alliance (GBA) has selected 15 early-career researchers from leading universities and research institutions across the world for its Global
July 03, 2026 Read Full Article
"They Are Using Ethanol In Racing Cars": Oil Minister Hardeep Puri
by Himanshu Shekhar Mishra (India News/NDTV) Puri defended the government's push towards greater biofuel blending while addressing the heavy financial toll on oil marketing companies amid recent global crude price volatility triggered by the Middle East crisis. Petroleum Minister Hardeep Singh Puri today
July 03, 2026 Read Full Article
Introducing the Farm Energy Analysis with Anaerobic Digestion (FEAAD) tool: Insights into farm-level energy, economic, and environmental analysis with comparative case studies
by Elmin Rahic, Siobhan Fathel, Jim Jordahl, Christine Costello (Journal of Environmental Management) • Introduces FEAAD, an open-source, Excel-based tool for integrated farm management. FEAAD integrates energy, GHG, NPK, and economic farm analysis. Anaerobic digestion transforms farms into net energy producers. Farm-level global warming potential is reduced by 28–60%. The
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Duties on Biodiesel Imports from Indonesia to Remain in Place
(U.K. Trade Remedies Authority) The UK Government has accepted the Trade Remedies Authority’s recommendation to keep current duties on biodiesel from Indonesia. -- The Secretary of State for Business and Trade has accepted the Trade Remedies Authority (TRA)’s recommendation to maintain current duties
July 03, 2026 Read Full Article
Iberdrola and bp Advance Green Hydrogen Development as a Key Enabler of Electrification
(Iberdrola) This initiative reinforces Iberdrola and bp’s commitment to developing new solutions to promote electrification -- Iberdrola España, the Iberdrola Group's subsidiary in Spain, and bp have received approval from Spain’s Ministry for Ecological Transition and the Demographic Challenge, through the Institute
July 03, 2026 Read Full Article
Díaz Ayuso Inaugurates the Water and Energy Innovation Center of the Community of Madrid with King Felipe VI
(Comunidad de Madrid (Google Translation)) The President of the Community of Madrid, Isabel Díaz Ayuso, has inaugurated the Canal de Isabel II Water and Energy Innovation Center with His Majesty King Felipe VI, within the framework of the commemoration of the
July 03, 2026 Read Full Article
Biogas and Biomethane: Mexico’s New Biofuels Law Sparks Growth
by Guillermo Gómez (Mexico Business) For many years, biogas and biomethane occupied a marginal position within Mexico’s national energy discussion. While other technologies attracted public attention and investment, the potential of organic waste remained largely underestimated, despite representing one of the
July 03, 2026 Read Full Article
Building the Feedstock Backbone for Sustainable Aviation Fuel
(FatHopes Energy) FatHopes Energy and MotionECO today signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to establish a strategic partnership focused on the sourcing and long-term supply of second-generation biofuel feedstock to support Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) production. The MoU exchange took place during
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Axens Acquires Methanol-to-Propylene (MTP™) Technology, Expanding Its SAF Portfolio
(Axens) Axens, a global provider of process technologies and value-driven energy solutions, announced that it has signed an agreement with Air Liquide to acquire its Methanol to Olefins technology portfolio, including the Lurgi Methanol-to-Propylene™. This addition expands Axens’ SAF portfolio through
July 03, 2026 Read Full Article
The Digest’s 2026 Multi-Slide Guide to Multi-Feedstock Inbound Logistics
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) Transitioning to multi-feedstock biorefineries introduces immense inbound logistics complexities that far exceed simple procurement. The true operational constraint lies in receiving, segregating, and rigorously testing diverse streams like used cooking oil, tallow, and distillers corn oil.
July 03, 2026 Read Full Article
2026 GWRCCC Annual Conference, Expo, Awards Luncheon --- October 22, 2026 --- Greenbelt, MD
Join GWRCCC for the 2025 Annual Conference, Expo, Awards Luncheon & Closing Networking Reception! Join GWRCCC for the 2026 Annual Conference, Expo, Awards Luncheon & Virtual Pre-Con! Join GWRCCC for the 2026 Annual Conference, Expo, and Awards Luncheon! The 2026 Annual Conference includes
July 03, 2026 Read Full Article
International Biogas Congress & Expo --- June 15-16, 2027 --- Brussels, Belgium
To provide ultimate market synergy, the 2027 congress is co-located with two other industry giants: The Biofuels International Conference & Expo The Sustainable Aviation Fuels Summit This powerhouse combined venue connects you directly with the broader low-carbon fuels value chain. Your pass unlocks
July 01, 2026 Read Full Article
E10 Biofuel Gets off to a Promising Start after One Month of Nationwide Rollout
(VNA/Vietnam Plus) Petrolimex supplied nearly 500,000 cubic metres of E10 biofuel during the first month of implementation, equivalent to its average monthly gasoline sales in the first five months of 2026. After one month of nationwide sales, E10 biofuel has shown encouraging
July 01, 2026 Read Full Article
CALL FOR SPEAKERS Venice 2026 - 11th International Symposium on Energy from Biomass and Waste --- November 23-25, 2026 --- Venice, Italy DEADLINE extended to September 3, 2026
The Symposium is organised by IWWG–International Waste Working Group with the scientific involvement of the Universities of Hamburg (DE), Kyoto (JP), Padova (IT), Queensland (AU), Rostock (DE), Tongji (CN), and Sultan Qaboos University (OM). The production of energy from alternative sources
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Tesco Ireland Partners with Certa to Accelerate Decarbonisation of Home Delivery Fleet with HVO Rollout
(Tesco Ireland) Tesco Ireland has taken a significant step toward lowering its transport emissions by transitioning 164 of its Grocery Home Shopping (GHS) delivery vans from diesel to Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil (HVO), a renewable fuel that can reduce carbon emissions by
July 01, 2026 Read Full Article
ORLEN Launches HVO100 Sales on Slovak Market with Pilot in Bratislava
(ORLEN) ORLEN continues to expand its offering of low-emission fuels across European markets with the launch of HVO100 sales in Slovakia. The move marks another milestone in the Group’s strategy to reduce emissions from transport while broadening the availability of alternative
July 01, 2026 Read Full Article
Americans Living Near Biogas Facilities View Them Positively by a Wide Margin
(American Biogas Council) New polling finds residents view these renewable energy facilities as positive contributors to their communities, particularly for waste management, water quality, and support for farmers. Americans broadly support recycling waste using biogas capture systems, and those who live nearest
July 01, 2026 Read Full Article
Why Soil Carbon Markets Hinge On A Measurement Few Can Agree On
by Dara-Abasi Ita (Forbes) ... On June 24, Groundwork BioAg, an Israeli bio-agriculture company, announced the first verified carbon credits issued under Verra's VM0042 standard on American farmland: 19,568 units, third-party verified by SCS Global Services, with buyers already signed. The issuance
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Open Letter: E20 Ethanol Blends Are Needed to Enable EU Transport Decarbonisation
(ePURE) ePURE is among the signatories of an open letter calling on the European Commission to revise the Fuel Quality Directive to increase the current ethanol volume cap from 10% to 20% and raise the oxygen mass limit from 3.7% to
July 01, 2026 Read Full Article
Turning Food Waste into Carbon Captors
by Samuel Schlaefli (ETH Zurich) The removal of CO₂ from the atmosphere is considered an important tool in the fight against climate change – but has so far been an energy-intensive and expensive process. Now, researchers have developed a new method that
July 01, 2026 Read Full Article
The Biorefinery Domsjö Fabriker Wants to Strengthen Sweden's Supply of Liquefied Biogas, with Adven as Infrastructure Partner
(Domsjö Fabriker/PR Newswire) Domsjö Fabriker is moving forward with plans to further develop its existing operations at High Coast Innovation Park in Örnsköldsvik, Sweden. The project has applied for a subsidy from Klimatklivet, Sweden's national climate investment programme, to upgrade biogas
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Strategic Biofuels Secures Pivotal Class VI Permit, Advancing Louisiana’s Next Major Clean Energy Project
(Strategic Biofuels/Business Wire) Permit advances first-of-its-kind project for 24/7 carbon-negative renewable power and permanent carbon storage -- Strategic Biofuels, a leading developer of carbon-negative electric power, has received its final Class VI Sequestration Well Permit from the Louisiana Department of Conservation and
July 01, 2026 Read Full Article
The Digest’s 2026 Multi-Slide Guide to Marine Biofuel Delivery
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) While marine biofuel demand is scaling rapidly, actual deployment is bottlenecked by last-mile delivery logistics rather than fuel availability. Mature hubs like Singapore and Rotterdam possess the necessary certified bunker barges, segregated tankage, and ISO-compliant blend
July 01, 2026 Read Full Article
New Poll: Americans Strongly Support RFS, Want Energy Independence
(Renewable Fuels Association) With Independence Day approaching and gas prices remaining stubbornly elevated, a new nationwide poll of more than 2,000 registered voters found a strong majority of Americans support the Renewable Fuel Standard and believe renewable fuels—like ethanol—play a key
July 01, 2026 Read Full Article
Syntholene Completes Construction of Iceland Demonstration Facility Six Months Ahead of Schedule, Commences Operations
(Syntholene) Achievement of Milestone Positions Company as First to Demonstrate Geothermal Heat Integrated to Hydrogen Production for Synthetic Fuel -- Syntholene Energy Corp. (TSXV: ESAF) (OTCQB: SYNTF) (FSE: 3DD0) (“Syntholene” or the “Company”) announced today (June 22, 2026) that it has completed
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Ecopetrol Starts Partnership with Germany's GIZ to Produce Sustainable Aviation Fuels From Green Hydrogen
(Fuel Cells Works) A pilot synthetic fuels plant is to be built at the Cartagena Refinery to drive the use of green hydrogen in e-SAF production; The project would leverage the infrastructure of Ecopetrol's Coral Project, which will produce up to 800
June 30, 2026 Read Full Article
Cleared for Takeoff: How ASTM Approval of Methanol-to-Jet Accelerates SAF at Scale
(Honeywell Technologies) ASTM approval of methanol-to-jet unlocks a new scalable SAF pathway, expanding feedstocks and accelerating lower-carbon aviation fuel production. -- Aviation needs more pathways Scaling the production and use of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) and electro-SAF (eSAF) remains a major aviation challenge,
June 30, 2026 Read Full Article
Vertoro Advances Renewable Oil Platform to Accelerate Low-Carbon Fuels
(Vertoro) Vertoro, a renewable oil company, today (June 17, 2026) announced the first closing of its €17m Series B round (consisting of €10m newly contributed capital and €7m converted loan notes) with Climate Tech Partners, Invest-NL, Maersk as key investors and
June 30, 2026 Read Full Article
LATAM Airlines Operates Its First Passenger Charter Flights Linked to SAF Usage
(LATAM Airlines) --The operation, carried out in partnership with PONANT EXPLORATIONS and comprising 13 flights, enabled the reduction of approximately 160 tonnes of CO₂ through the allocation of 22,400 gallons of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF), marking another milestone in LATAM’s
June 30, 2026 Read Full Article
Illinois Study Explores Feasibility of Creating Sustainable Jet Fuel from Food Waste
by Marianne Stein (University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign) The aviation industry accounts for a large portion of global greenhouse gas emissions. Biobased, sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) can mitigate climate impacts, but transitioning to SAF faces critical supply chain constraints. A research team
June 30, 2026 Read Full Article
Iowa Biodiesel Board Approaches 20 Years as a Champion of Biodiesel
by Dave Walton (American Soybean Association/Biobased Diesel Daily) The organization has cemented and proven its important role in the livelihood of Iowa’s soybean farmers and biodiesel producers alike. -- Next year, the Iowa Biodiesel Board will celebrate its 20th anniversary—two decades
June 30, 2026 Read Full Article
Verde Marine Energy Completes Its 1st Physical Bunkering of B100 Marine Biofuel
(Verde Marine Energy/Biobased Diesel Daily) Verde Marine Energy announced June 23 that it has completed its first physical bunkering of B100 advanced biodiesel, also known as fatty acid methyl esters (FAME), in the Amsterdam-Rotterdam-Antwerp market, delivering up to 90 percent greenhouse-gas
June 30, 2026 Read Full Article
From Waste to Fuel: Powering Biodiesel, Renewable Diesel and SAF
by Jimmy Andreoli II (Baker Commodities/Biobased Diesel Daily) The rendering industry is the infrastructure that makes large-scale waste-to-fuel conversion possible. -- Every day, at hundreds of thousands of restaurants, commercial kitchens and grocery stores, an essential resource is generated that most people
June 30, 2026 Read Full Article
What Do Tylenol, Tequila and Technology Have in Common?
by Dani Charles (Veriflux/Biobased Diesel Daily) If you utilize one of these properly, then you shouldn’t need the other two. -- Before this year’s Fastmarkets Biofuels and Feedstocks Americas 2026 conference in Chicago, Illinois, in early May, we ran a pre-event
June 30, 2026 Read Full Article
Fuel-Performance Issues? Don’t Blame Biodiesel
by Karen Potratz (Michigan Advanced Biofuels Coalition/Biobased Diesel Daily) Moisture and microbial contamination are common culprits. -- Plugged filters. Sluggish acceleration. Gunky tanks. Too often, biodiesel unfairly takes the blame for these and other fuel-performance issues. In truth, high moisture content and microbial
June 30, 2026 Read Full Article
Grease4Profit
by Ron Kotrba (Biobased Diesel Daily) Green Energy Biofuel’s Grease4Profit campaign recovers valuable biofuel feedstock and generates revenue for environmental-service providers. Green Energy Biofuel LLC has a message for environmental companies that provide services for restaurants, food manufacturers and other producers of
June 30, 2026 Read Full Article
Farms and Fuels Alliance Calls on Government to Deliver on Clean Fuel Commitment for Canadian Ethanol This Summer
(Farms and Fuels Alliance/Business Wire) Canadian farmers and ethanol producers call on the Government to deliver on its Clean Fuel commitment and restore a level playing field for Canadian ethanol. -- Canada's Farms and Fuels Alliance (FFA) today (June 29, 2026) called
June 30, 2026 Read Full Article
Meet EcoBOT: The Autonomous Lab Standardizing Plant-Microbe Research
by Linda VU (News from Berkeley Lab) To harness biological systems (plants and microbes) for next-generation energy production and advanced materials, researchers are looking to beneficial plant-microbe interactions. Because these are complex systems, it has proven difficult to reproducibly control exactly
June 30, 2026 Read Full Article
Mitsubishi Gas Chemical and Gold Hydrogen Sign MOU to Assess the Feasibility of a Green Methanol Project Utilizing Natural Hydrogen in South Australia
(Mitsubishi Gas Chemical) Mitsubishi Gas Chemical Company, Inc. (MGC; Head Office: Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo; President: Yoshinori Isahaya) has entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Australia-based Gold Hydrogen Limited (Gold Hydrogen; Head Office: Brisbane; CEO: Neil McDonald) to jointly assess the
June 30, 2026 Read Full Article
The Digest’s 2026 Multi-Slide Guide to Cold-Chain Biomanufacturing Resilience
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) The biomanufacturing industry faces severe, unpriced risks due to single-source dependencies in the cold-chain logistics of critical biological inputs like fermentation media, enzymes, and live cultures. With four major suppliers controlling over half the market, disruptions
June 30, 2026 Read Full Article
Jefferson’s Fields, Adams’s Markets: The Farm Bill Debate at America 250 (Parts 1, 2 and 3 of “Action by the US Government”)
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) ... (Former US president Thomas) Jefferson believed that the nation’s strength would arise from its land, its farmers, its capacity for self-sufficiency, and the vast possibilities of continental expansion. (Former US president John) Adams believed
June 30, 2026 Read Full Article
Automakers Urge Court Not to Reinstate Biden Climate Standards
by Alex Guillén (E&E News PM) Manufacturers warn they would have to take "drastic actions" to comply, including restricting sales of internal combustion vehicles. The auto industry’s biggest trade group has told a federal court that reinstating Biden-era EPA greenhouse gas tailpipe rules
June 30, 2026 Read Full Article
18th Annual Biofuels International Conference & Expo --- June 15-16, 2027 --- Brussels, Belgium
One of Europe’s leading events for the biofuels sector. It brings together a global audience of producers, suppliers, regulators, and industry experts to discuss the latest trends, technologies, and policy developments shaping the future of biofuels. Spanning biodiesel, bioethanol, SAF, and
June 30, 2026 Read Full Article
Optimizing Renewable Diesel Production with Advanced Pretreatment
(Imerys/Biobased Diesel Daily) ... Feedstock variability, however, is a hindrance to optimal throughput. As feedstock blends evolve to meet new regulations and economic realities, producers must manage a wide spectrum of inconsistent contaminant profiles. These fluctuating inputs can contain unpredictable levels
June 30, 2026 Read Full Article
ASTM and CSA Group Sign Agreement to Develop Biomass Supply Chain Risk Standard
(ASTM/Ethanol Producer Magazine) ASTM and CSA Group have signed an agreement to develop a joint standard on evaluating biomass supply chain risk. The collaboration builds on CSA Group’s existing CSA W209 standard, published as a National Standard of Canada, and aims to
June 29, 2026 Read Full Article
Grupo Paraíso Selects KATZEN Tech for Brazilian Corn Ethanol Plant
(Bioenergy International) US-headed KATZEN International Inc. (KATZEN), a leading bioethanol process technology, design, and engineering company, has announced that it has signed an agreement with Grupo Paraíso to provide proprietary technology and process design for a 200 million liter-per-year grain-based fuel
June 29, 2026 Read Full Article
Brazil Positions Itself as a Global Hub for Debate and Solutions on Food, Energy, and Sustainability
(Interamerican Institute for Cooperation on Agriculture) The forum addressed strategic issues such as food security, international trade, biofuels, the Bioceanic Route, the Mercosur-European Union agreement, livestock and soybean production, and the restoration of degraded areas. With the participation of public officials, academics,
June 29, 2026 Read Full Article
Why U.S. Soy is the Sustainable Choice for Biobased Products --- July 9, 2026 --- ONLINE
U.S. Soy, powered by the Soy Checkoff, has been at the forefront of innovation for decades, investing in the research and development of 1,000+ biobased products to unlock the full potential of U.S. Soy. As the world demands more environmentally
June 29, 2026 Read Full Article
Techno-Economic Synergies of BECCU for SAF
by Solomon Tekle Rikitu* (Advanced Biofuels USA) The aviation industry is under strong pressure to cut greenhouse gas emissions while still relying on fuels that have very high energy density and which are difficult to replace. Hence, Sustainable Aviation Fuel
June 29, 2026 Read Full Article
Catalyst Breakthrough Could Accelerate Green Hydrogen Production
by David Carroll (PV Magazine) An international research team, including scientists from the University of Adelaide, have developed a highly efficient microscopic iridium catalyst that could represent an important step toward more affordable and efficient green hydrogen production. -- University of
June 29, 2026 Read Full Article
Ethanol Blending in Petrol is Scientifically Validated and Safe, Says Government
by Ameya Sathaye (SarkariTel.com) The Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas has reaffirmed that India’s Ethanol Blending Programme (EBP) is scientifically validated, rigorously tested and continuously monitored. The government dismissed misleading social media claims regarding E20 fuel, stating that no widespread
June 29, 2026 Read Full Article
Philippines Pushes for Higher Coco-Biodiesel Blend to Strengthen Energy Security and Support Coconut Farmers
by Juan Pedro Tomas (Biofuels Digest) In India, BioEnergy Times reported that the Philippine Department of Agriculture (DA) is pushing for an immediate increase in the country’s coco-biodiesel blending requirement from 3% to 5% as part of efforts to strengthen energy security
June 29, 2026 Read Full Article
The Digest’s 2026 Multi-Slide Guide to Downstream Bioprocess Engineering
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) Bioeconomy diligence overwhelmingly focuses on upstream fermentation breakthroughs, masking the reality that downstream processing actually dictates commercial viability. Because downstream recovery accounts for most of a facility’s cost, under-engineering separation, chromatography, and crystallization leads to fatal
June 29, 2026 Read Full Article
Mississaugas of the Credit Business Corporation and HOPA Ports Partner to Restart Hamilton Biodiesel Facility
(Hopa Ports/Business Insider/Globe Newswire) HOPA Ports and the Mississaugas of the Credit Business Corporation (“MCBC”), the entity representing the business development interests of the Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation (“MCFN”), have partnered to save a critical biodiesel production facility in
June 27, 2026 Read Full Article
Thoughts to, from and during FEW, the 42nd Fuel Ethanol Workshop, Carbon Capture Summit and Sustainable Fuels Summit
by Joanne Ivancic* (Advanced Biofuels USA) Sometimes you just need a road trip, some thousands of miles on the roads to see the world as it really is, to meet people in different environments and ecologies. From a renewable fuels
June 26, 2026 Read Full Article
The Digest’s 2026 Multi-Slide Guide to Biofuels as an Agricultural Catalyst
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) Global agriculture faces a structural oversupply crisis driven by decelerating population growth and surging crop yields. Without new demand, rural communities risk repeating the devastating 1980s farm crisis. Biofuels represent the only scalable catalyst capable
June 26, 2026 Read Full Article
The Ethanol Bridge, Part 3: Why Brazil Escaped Pain at the Pump This Spring
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) ... Brazilian motorists possessed a structural advantage denied to most Americans: total, seamless choice. Step up to thousands of retail stations across Brazil, and you will see a mature, dual-fuel ecosystem in daily operation. This is not
June 26, 2026 Read Full Article
What Happened to Big Oil's Green Pivot?
by Robert Rapier (OilPrice.com) • Equinor, BP, and Shell have all scaled back or refocused renewable ambitions as higher costs and weaker returns have changed project economics. TotalEnergies remains committed to building a large power business but is pursuing a more integrated
June 26, 2026 Read Full Article
FedEx Urges Government Help to Grow SAF Supply
by Aaron Karp (Aviation Week) U.S. express cargo giant FedEx is utilizing sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) at five major U.S. airports and calling on governments to do more to encourage higher levels of SAF production. FedEx chief sustainability officer and VP environmental
June 26, 2026 Read Full Article
CALL FOR SPEAKERS 2027 International Biomass Conference & Expo --- March 2-4, 2027 --- Atlanta, GA DEADLINE October 30, 2026
This dynamic event unites industry professionals from all sectors of the world’s interconnected biomass utilization industries—biobased power, thermal energy, fuels and chemicals. Organized by BBI International and produced by Biomass Magazine, this event brings current and future producers of bioenergy and
June 26, 2026 Read Full Article
Brazil on Track for Record 40.7 Billion Liters of Ethanol in 2026/27 Season, Driven by Corn Ethanol
by Paulo Nogueira (Click Oil and Gas) Brazilian ethanol production is expected to reach a new record in the 2026/27 harvest, reaching about 40.7 billion liters, an increase of approximately 8.5% compared to the previous cycle, according to a survey by
June 26, 2026 Read Full Article
G2 Ocean Launches Emission Reduction Certificates to Support Supply Chain Decarbonisation
(G2 Ocean) G2 Ocean has launched Emission Reduction Certificates, a new service enabling customers to reduce emissions associated with their transportation services. The service allows cargo owners and transport buyers to reduce their emissions from transportation by purchasing verified emission reductions generated
June 26, 2026 Read Full Article
Kuehne+Nagel to Reduce Air Freight Emissions for Google Cloud Shipments with Sustainable Aviation Fuel
(Kuehne+Nagel Air Logistics) Purchase an equivalent of up to 5.2 million litres of SAF in 2026; Reduction of up to 12,600 of tonnes of CO₂e emissions from Google Cloud’s infrastructure shipments Kuehne+Nagel is collaborating with Google to support the reduction of air freight
June 26, 2026 Read Full Article
São Paulo Establishes Partnership for First Pilot Project to Capture and Store Biogenic Carbon from Sugarcane.
(São Paulo Secretariat of Environment, Infrastructure and Logistics) An initiative announced during Environment Week brings together USP, Fapesp, Semil, and the productive sector to foster the development of research and technologies. São Paulo continues to advance in the energy transition towards
June 26, 2026 Read Full Article
Trump Issues Regenerative Agriculture Order; USDA Launches Feedstock Rule to Unlock Biofuel Market Gains
(Forth.News) President Trump signed an Executive Order on June 25, 2026 to advance regenerative agriculture and strengthen farm resilience, directing HHS, USDA and EPA to boost research and partnerships in the sector. [1] Simultaneously, USDA Secretary Brooke Rollins announced a final Regenerative Feedstock Rule
June 26, 2026 Read Full Article
UQ tech turns captured CO₂ into valuable chemicals
(University of Queensland) University of Queensland researchers have developed a new method to produce industrial chemicals commonly used in agriculture, textiles and pharmaceuticals with only carbon dioxide (CO₂), water and electricity. The first-of-its-kind electrochemical generator offers high‑emissions industries a safer and more environmentally friendly pathway
June 25, 2026 Read Full Article
Cabinet Approves Sugarcane Industry Development Plan
by Nqobani Ndlovu (NewsDay) Cabinet has approved the Zimbabwe Sugarcane Industry Development Plan (2026-2035), a strategy aimed at transforming the country into a globally competitive, climate-resilient and innovation-driven producer of sugarcane and sugarcane-based products by 2035. “The Zimbabwe Sugarcane Industry Development Plan
June 25, 2026 Read Full Article
ExxonMobil and Wallenius Wilhelmsen Complete Their First Sea Trial of Biofuel Blend Made from FAME Distillation Residue
(ExxonMobil) First ExxonMobil Sea trial of bio marine fuel blend using FAME Distillation Residue; A cost-effective fuel pathway to reduced lifecycle greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions vs conventional marine fuel ExxonMobil has successfully supplied a B30 0.50% sulphur marine residual fuel blend (B30 VLSFO),
June 25, 2026 Read Full Article
Shanghai Port Completed Its First-Ever Ship-to-Ship Bunkering of Methanol-Fueled Vessels in Anchorage Waters, Setting a New Domestic Record for Bunkering Volume.
by Wang Li (Jiefang Daily/Shangguan News) The 3,000-ton refueling volume sets a new record for the largest single refueling volume of green methanol at anchorages in China. On June 21, under the full monitoring and meticulous support of the Wusong Maritime
June 25, 2026 Read Full Article
Japanese Journalists Tour Sustainable Marine Fuel Value Chain In Illinois, Texas
(U.S. Grains & BioProducts Council) Last week (week of June 1, 2026), the U.S. Grains & BioProducts Council (USGBC) invited influential journalists and representatives from weekly Japanese business journals to the United States for interviews and site visits related to the
June 25, 2026 Read Full Article
The Digest’s 2026 Multi-Slide Guide to the Bioeconomy Workforce Gap
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) Despite abundant capital and feedstock, trained operators remain the binding constraint for scaling the bioeconomy. The industry demands over 60,000 skilled roles, but current pipelines produce only a quarter of that need. This severe shortage sparks
June 25, 2026 Read Full Article
Fortescue and CMB.TECH Sign Agreement to Accelerate Zero-Emissions Shipping
(Fortescue) Fortescue and CMB.TECH have signed an agreement for the charter of up to 12 ammonia-capable vessels, marking a significant step towards decarbonising global shipping and advancing the adoption of ammonia as a shipping fuel. Under the agreement, Fortescue will charter a
June 25, 2026 Read Full Article
The Large Methanol Dual-Fuel Container Ship "CMA CGM Cyrano" Has Been Named and Delivered.
(China Water Transport News (Google Translation)) Recently, the "CMA CGM Cyrano," the third methanol dual-fuel 15,000 TEU container ship built by Dalian Shipbuilding Industry Co., Ltd. and Dalian Shipbuilding Industry Co., Ltd. for CMA CGM Group of France, was named and
June 25, 2026 Read Full Article
Lighter Fare for Cattle and Microbes
by Chris Hubbuch (Great Lakes Bioenergy Research Center) Rebecca Smith uses genetic tools to develop plants that can be digested more easily. The outcomes could be greater efficiency for biofuel production and lower methane emissions from dairy cows. In the King Hall
June 25, 2026 Read Full Article
GLBRC Researcher Selected for DOE Grad Student Program
(Great Lakes Bioenergy Research Center) Brandon Kristy, a graduate student in the Evans lab at Michigan State University, will use cutting-edge nanoscale ion mass spectrometry to visualize isotopic signatures inside roots and fungi at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory. ... Kristy’s specialty is plant
June 25, 2026 Read Full Article
Hybrid Reactor System Optimizes Production by ‘Multitasking’ Microbes
by Chris Hubbuch (Great Lakes Bioenergy Research Center) Plant fibers are a potential renewable source of fuels and chemicals traditionally derived from petroleum. Plant sugars can be fermented into alcohols used as drop-in fuel or processed into jet fuel, while other parts
June 25, 2026 Read Full Article
Study Identifies Enzymes that Could Improve Isobutanol Production in Saccharomyces cerevisiae
(Great Lakes Bioenergy Research Center) Background/Objective -- Isobutanol is a fusel alcohol with advantages over ethanol as a biofuel or platform for sustainable aviation fuel. Some microbes naturally produce isobutanol at low levels with the enzyme 2-ketoacid decarboxylase (KDC), which converts 2-Ketoisovalerate
June 25, 2026 Read Full Article
Decoding Abiotic Stress Resilience in Sorghum
(Great Lakes Bioenergy Research Center) Background/Objective -- Sorghum is a stress resilient crop and a promising biofuel candidate. Given changing global climate patterns, developing crops that can be grown in intense environments is vital to maintaining robust food and energy sources. The
June 25, 2026 Read Full Article
Modeling Zymomonas Mobilis Membrane Interactions with Lignocellulosic Inhibitors
(Great Lakes Bioenergy Research Center) Background/Objectives -- Bioenergy crops can be deconstructed using physical or chemical processes into small molecules for biological conversion to biofuels and products. Zymomonas Mobilis is one such microbial chassis that is resistant to ethanol stress but may
June 25, 2026 Read Full Article
Renewable Propane Demonstration Shows Mobile EV Charging Pathway for Grid-Constrained Sites
(ACT News) • Suburban Propane supplied renewable propane for a mobile EV charging demonstration with ABB and Kempower. The system used renewable propane-fueled generators to charge battery storage systems, which then powered DC fast chargers. The demonstration showed how portable charging can support
June 25, 2026 Read Full Article
Hydrogen Supply Agreement Points to a Bigger Fleet Transition Challenge
(ACT News) • K2 Pure Solutions and PACC Services have signed a hydrogen supply agreement with ZeroUp Energy. The agreement will support ZeroUp’s mobile hydrogen fueling programs for transit agencies in Northern and Southern California. K2’s hydrogen will come from its Pittsburg, California,
June 25, 2026 Read Full Article
The (Empire) State of Gas
by Christa Marshall (Politico's Power Switch) New York’s weakened climate law is hitting the streets, and it may boost natural gas. ... The rewritten climate law also opens the door for more so-called renewable natural gas by effectively counting the fuel’s carbon
June 25, 2026 Read Full Article
Rewriting the RFS Playbook: The Impact of Final RVOs on Projected Biomass-Based Diesel Feedstock Use for 2026-2027
by Todd Hubbs and Scott Irwin (Oklahoma State University/University of Illinois/farmdoc daily) The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) finalized the “Set 2” rule at the end of March, establishing Renewable Volume Obligations (RVOs) under the Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS) for 2026
June 25, 2026 Read Full Article
Carbon Direct Releases Criteria for High-Quality Low Carbon Fuels for Voluntary Market Buyers
(Carbon Direct) Carbon Direct released the Criteria for High-Quality Low Carbon Fuels — a globally applicable, consolidated criteria for high-quality low carbon fuels (LCF) procurement on the voluntary market. The Criteria serve as an expert guide for voluntary market buyers, consolidating
June 25, 2026 Read Full Article
New Enova Award of NOK 344,3 Million Accelerates Liquid Hydrogen Deployment in Shortsea Shipping
(LH2 Shipping) Bergen, Norway – LH2 Shipping has been awarded Enova support of NOK 344,3 million for the development and construction of two additional liquid hydrogen-powered bulk carriers, marking another important milestone in the company’s efforts to bring zero-emission shipping solutions
June 25, 2026 Read Full Article
Petrobras Markets First Batch of SAF Produced from CORSIA-Certified Soybean Oil Supplied by Bunge.
(Petrobras (Google Translation)) Biofuel produced at Reduc and distributed by Vibra reinforces the company's commitment to a just energy transition. -- Last week, Petrobras completed the production and sale of the first batch of SAF (Sustainable Aviation Fuel) produced from CORSIA- certified
June 25, 2026 Read Full Article
MIT Researchers Explore Energy-Efficient Alternative to Carbon Capture
(MIT News/Carbon Capture Magazine) Researchers at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology have developed a promising new approach to carbon capture that could offer a more energy-efficient and scalable alternative to conventional methods used to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Carbon capture is widely
June 24, 2026 Read Full Article
D-CRBN Closes €17.5 Million Series A: Company to Recycle CO₂-Rich Off-Gases and Hydrocarbons into Carbon Monoxide and Syngas
(D-CRBN) D-CRBN, a deep-tech company developing electrified plasma technology to recycle CO₂ and hydrocarbons into circular carbon molecules, today announced the successful closing of its €17.5 million Series A investment round. €17.5 million Series A investment round closed Led by Astaia, with participation
June 24, 2026 Read Full Article
Episode 61 – Tech Transfer, Innovation, and the Future of Chemicals with Victoria Meyer and The Chemical Show
by Cameron Begley (Spiegare/Tech Transfer Talk) In our first joint podcast, I joined Victoria Meyer and The Chemical Show to explore technology transfer and innovation in the chemical industry. The chemical industry is where I got my start, with Dow Chemical
June 24, 2026 Read Full Article
Corn Growers Urge USDA to Fund Research on Corn Grain, Not Just Stover
(National Corn Growers Association) The National Corn Growers Association (NCGA), along with 15 state corn organizations, delivered a letter to U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) to Under Secretary of Research, Education, and Economics Scott Hutchins, encouraging investment in research that supports
June 24, 2026 Read Full Article
Beyond E20: Repositioning Ethanol as India's Transport Energy Backbone
(KPMG) A strategic perspective on scaling ethanol beyond E20 to strengthen India’s energy security, sustainability, and fuel system resilience -- The report presents a comprehensive perspective on the evolution of India’s ethanol blending programme and its transition into a large-scale, integrated transport
June 24, 2026 Read Full Article
Gevo Announces Expansion of Carbon Business, Launch of New Digital Platform to Accelerate Market Access
(Gevo/Globe Newswire) Gevo, Inc., a diversified energy company, today (June 23, 2026) announced an expanded focus on the $12 billion carbon removal market, reinforcing its position as a leader in carbon removal. The energy company recently ranked amongst the top five of
June 24, 2026 Read Full Article
Honeywell and MIT Find Digital Technologies Can Help Increase Energy Supply, Reduce Energy Production Cost by Tens of Billions Annually
(Honeywell/PR Newswire) Honeywell analysis and MIT Center for Sustainability Science and Strategy modeling project annual savings of up to $225 billion in production costs for oil-based fuels, $80 billion in LNG alone, by 2050, using AI-enabled technologies Honeywell (NASDAQ: HON), in collaboration
June 24, 2026 Read Full Article
The "Anchor Tenant" Model: Biofuel Refineries as Hubs for Industrial Symbiosis
by Solomon Tekle Rikitu* (Advanced Biofuels USA) The transition to a low-carbon economy requires more than replacing fossil fuels with renewable alternatives. Many industrial sectors still operate in isolation, generating waste heat, CO₂, and by-products that are often discarded despite
June 24, 2026 Read Full Article
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