A discussion on electric vehicles, infrastructure, and federal and state efforts to address carbon emissions from automobiles. Speakers Raffi Freedman-Gurspan Deputy Director of Public Engagement·U.S. Department of Transportation Justine Johnson Chief Mobility Officer·State of Michigan John Eichburger Executive Director·Transportation Energy Institute READ MORE Decarbonizing the Transportation Industry : Read
(REenergize! the Gulf Coast) This week, our special guests were two popular veterans of the ABLC stage.... Later in the hour, Mike Darcy, CEO of DG Fuels was with us, we’ll look at their outstanding upcoming $4.2B SAF project in Saint James
(LanzaTech) Dr. Holmgren joins businesses and leaders lauded for their influence in driving climate action for her leadership in scaling carbon biorecycling and catalyzing a circular economy Today (November 16, 2023), TIME named Dr. Jennifer Holmgren, Chief Executive Officer of LanzaTech (NASDAQ: LNZA) to
This September, the Biden Administration announced the American Climate Corps – a workforce training and service initiative with the goal of giving young people skills-based training for careers in the clean energy, conservation, and climate resilience sectors. The American Climate
Join Greater Washington Region Clean Cities Coaliton on Thursday, December 7, from 10 AM to 1 PM for an opportunity to learn about the jobs in our region. Job Seekers and Employers are welcome! READ MORE
by Abhijith Ganapavaram (Reuters) Boeing Co (BA.N) said on Thursday it will partner with the U.S. government in a project aimed at addressing challenges faced by Asia Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) member countries in developing and scaling use of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF). The
by Sean Pratt (Western Producer) Canada’s biofuel and oilseed sectors will be closely scrutinizing the federal government’s 2023 Fall Economic Statement. They hope the Nov. 21 statement provides some indication how Ottawa is going to respond to biofuel incentives contained in the
(LanzaJet) Project Speedbird – a partnership between LanzaJet, British Airways, and Nova Pangaea Technologies – has secured a total of $11.2M (£9 million) from the Government's Advanced Fuels Fund (AFF) competition. Project Speedbird – a joint partnership between LanzaJet, British Airways (BA), and
(General Dynamics/PR Newswire) Data Collected During This Mission Will Advance Industry Toward Net-Zero Goals -- Gulfstream Aerospace Corp. today announced the successful completion of the world's first trans-Atlantic flight using 100% sustainable aviation fuel (SAF). Accomplished on November 19, the flight took place
by Aida Čučuk (Offshore Energy) South Korean Ministry of Trade, Industry and Energy (MOTIE) has announced that the proposal for an amendment to the ‘Hydrogen Economy Promotion and Hydrogen Safety Management Act’ has passed the 47th Cabinet meeting’s deliberation and resolution
by Allan Odhiambo (Business Daily) The International Finance Corporation(IFC) is set to invest Sh31.96 billion ($210 million) in an agribusiness project by Italian firm, Eni Kenya. The IFC said the investment in the form of a senior loan will support capital requirements
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) The US Department of Energy’s Hydrogen & Fuel Cell Office’s Systems Development & Integration Program is overseen by Jesse Adams, who gave this overview of the US program, projects underway, targets, milestones ahead and more, at the
by Daren E. Daugaard (Lee Enterprise Consulting/Biofuels Digest) ... Steel and iron production ranks first in total global CO2 emissions at 8% and second in overall energy consumption. The industry must pivot aggressively and innovatively to meet modern challenges regarding emission prescribed
The Alternative Fuels and Chemicals Coalition conference will focus on promoting Industrial Biotechnology throughout this multi-day conference and exhibition. To kick off the event there will be a reception on Wednesday evening, November 20, 2024 from 5:00 -7:00 p.m., included in the
by Jennifer Holmgren (The Economist) The World Ahead | By Invitation: Science in 2024 -- Carbon is a main component in the make-up of all living things. It is the primary ingredient in the threads in our clothes, the materials in our homes and
(AgWeb/Pro Farmer) The boom in renewable diesel was expected to wipe out biodiesel producers, but they were more profitable than thought and biodiesel production has remained robust. A FarmDoc by University of Illinois Ag Economist Scott Irwin says, “The renewable diesel boom in
by Amanda Rooker (KCCI) Florida Gov. and Republican presidential candidate Ron DeSantis is promising to support renewable fuels if elected president, despite repeated attacks from former President Donald Trump surrounding the corn-based fuel ethanol. During the Iowa GOP's Lincoln Dinner last July,
((Willis Lease Finance Corp./Yahoo!/Globe Newswire) Funding to Support Planned Development of New Power-to-Liquid (PtL) Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) Refinery at Teesworks in Northeastern England -- Willis Lease Finance Corporation (NASDAQ: WLFC) (“WLFC”), a leading lessor of commercial aircraft engines and global provider
by Eric Vettel (American Energy Society/Energy Today) ... In this lukewarm political atmosphere, the 109th Congress took its seats, and then set out in a desperate search to find a legislative agenda that connected with the public, now also frustrated by the
(Argus Media) Global energy and commodity price reporting agency Argus has launched daily prices for renewable diesel in California, complementing its existing suite of renewable diesel prices, which spans Asia, Europe and the US west coast. Renewable diesel, also known as hydrotreated vegetable oil (HVO), is chemically identical
(Hydron Energy) Hydron Energy Inc., the cleaner fuel company that is commercializing the INTRUPTor™, a revolutionary gas upgrading solution, announced today it has received a grant from the Natural Gas Innovation Fund (NGIF). Hydron has developed a first-of-a-kind gas upgrader, the
(ArcelorMittal/Globe Newswire) ArcelorMittal announces the first industrial production of ethanol at its Steelanol plant, Europe’s first carbon capture and utilisation (CCU) project. This historic milestone was achieved on 7 November 2023, at ArcelorMittal Belgium’s Gent plant. The first industrial-scale production is
by Jennifer Chu (MIT News) Conventional systems for producing hydrogen depend on fossil fuels, but the new system uses only solar energy. -- MIT engineers aim to produce totally green, carbon-free hydrogen fuel with a new, train-like system of reactors that is
(EE North America/Globe Newswire) A biogas upgrading facility that transforms biogas from agricultural waste to biomethane has been installed by Ammongas in the state of New York -- Ammongas, a part of European Energy, is pleased to announce the successful installation of
(U.S. Department of Energy) The Annual Merit Review and Peer Evaluation Meeting provides an opportunity for peer evaluation of the projects funded by the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Hydrogen Program. An opening plenary session highlights activities in the participating
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) The US Hydrogen & Fuel Cell Office’s H2 Infrastructure Technologies Subprogram is overseen by Ned Stetson, who gave this overview of the US hydrogen program, projects underway, targets, milestones ahead and more, at the Hydrogen Program 2023 Annual Merit
(North Africa Post) Moroccan utility system construction company ‘Falcon Capital Dakhla’ has signed a partnership deal with French HDF Energy to build a green hydrogen production plant for a total investment of $2 billion in the kingdom coastal region of Dakhla. Dubbed
(RWE) RWE, one of the world’s leading companies in offshore wind, and Hyundai Engineering & Construction, a subsidiary of Korea's prestigious Hyundai Motor Group, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to cooperate in the field of offshore wind and green
(Reuters/Japan Times) Japan and South Korea will establish a joint supply network for fuels such as hydrogen and ammonia, the Nikkei business daily reported on Friday. Prime Minister Fumio Kishida and South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol will announce the framework on Nov.
(Universal Hydrogen/Business Wire) Following the announcement in March 2023 of Universal Hydrogen’s collaboration in Japan to study green hydrogen supply and logistics solutions for Japanese airlines, the company today announced it has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Japan Airlines Co., Ltd. (JAL) and JAL Engineering Co.,
(Energy Global) Lhyfe has expanded its UK operation to Sheffield, South Yorkshire with the aim of accelerating the roll-out of the environmentally friendly gas across the region. The France-based multinational opened the office to identify opportunities to deploy production facilities to
by Maria Gallucci (Canary Media) Switch Maritime aims to start operations early next year in San Francisco. It just raised $10M to help take zero-emissions ferries nationwide. -- America’s first hydrogen-fueled ferry is set to launch in San Francisco early next year after more
by Eyal Ronen (Casterra/Ag Funder News) It’s tough to make a decent living as a farmer, but for a farmer in a developing country with land of mediocre quality, at best, making a decent living can be almost impossible. Millions of farmers in
by Tom Boon (Simple Flying) The news was revealed as part of the 2023 Dubai Airshow. -- Rolls-Royce has successfully completed testing all of its commercial engines on a 100% blend of sustainable aviation fuel, a significant step towards sustainable aviation. The
by Marilyn Sargent (Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory) Bioscientist Anne Villacastin is using genetics to supercharge the growing power of sorghum, a cereal plant that humans have been cultivating for millennia. By adding genes from wheat, Villacastin and her colleagues at the Joint
by Alastair Marsh (Bloomberg) Oil executives betting they’ll be able to meet net zero emissions goals by relying on carbon-capture technology are deluding themselves, according to an influential group of corporate bosses, bankers and academics. The Energy Transitions Commission, whose members include
by Deb Ryan (S&P Global) Join Deb Ryan, Head of Strategic Commodities within the Centre of Emissions Excellence at S&P Global Commodity Insights as she discusses how will the market incorporate carbon? Deb explains that we are trying to answer 2 major questions. Will someone pay a premium for
by Don Norman (Manitoba Co-operator) The Canola Council of Canada is seeking ways to increase yields to meet the rising demand for biofuels. “Biofuels seem to be taking the front-and-centre space for the oilseed sector, at least in Western Canada,” said Curtis Rempel, vice-president of crop
(Office of U.S. Representatives Nikki Budzinski (D-IL-13)) This week, U.S. Representatives Nikki Budzinski (IL-13) and Zach Nunn (IA-03) introduced bipartisan legislation to increase biofuel production and drive down energy costs for working families. The Agricultural Biorefinery Innovation and Opportunity (Ag BIO) Actwould increase funding for grants to support
(Advanced Biofuels USA) Advanced Biofuels USA is pleased to announce that the Maryland Clean Energy Center (MCEC) Board of Directors, has appointed Executive Director, Joanne Ivancic, to the 2024 MCEC Advisory Council. In his notification letter, Mike Gill, Interim Chair & Vice Chair
(New York State Department of Environmental Conservation) Dec. 18 Hearing to Advance DEC-Required Enhanced Environmental Justice Outreach -- The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) today announced a public comment hearing on Dec. 18 to ensure full consideration of any
(Pindula News) President Emmerson Mnangagwa commissioned a six million litre ethanol storage and handling facility at the National Oil Infrastructure Company (NOIC) in Harare on Tuesday, 07 November, reported ZBC News. Officially commissioning the facility in Mabvuku, President Mnangagwa revealed that the two
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest/REenergize! the Gulf Coast) The US Department of Energy’s Hydrogen & Fuel Cell Office’s Hydrogen Production Program Manager is overseen by David Peterson, who gave this overview of the US hydrogen production program, projects underway, targets, milestones ahead and more,
by Robert A. Dagle, Austin D. Winkelman, Karthikeyan K. Ramasamy, Vanessa Lebarbier Dagle, and Robert S. Weber (Industrial & Engineering Chemistry Research) Three factors, (i) the ethanol “blend wall”, which limits its market as a transportation fuel, (ii) advances in production efficiency,
by Chris Clayton (DTN Progressive Farmer) The farm bill extension tied to short-term federal funding passed the Senate Wednesday night on an 87-11 vote and now goes to President Joe Biden to avoid the risk of another government shutdown. On the farm
by Rachel Frazin (The Hill) China and the U.S., the world’s largest greenhouse gas emitters, reached a climate agreement late Tuesday that includes an effort to replace fossil fuels with renewables. The agreement says both countries plan to speed up renewable development
(Phy2Climate) ... Phy2Climate is a project funded by Horizon 2020 EU’s Research and Innovation programme. The overall objective of the Phy2Climate project is to build the bridge between the phytoremediation of contaminated sites with the production of clean drop-in biofuels and
(eta florence) Multi-disciplinary consortium launches EU-funded project that will set up and test value chains for advanced biofuels and renewable non-biological fuels in four demos in Europe. -- 23 partners from the EU, Kenya and the UK met yesterday (October 11, 2023)
(Yield10) -Herbicide Technology Critical to Enabling Large-Acreage Adoption of Camelina in North America -- Yield10 Bioscience, Inc. (Nasdaq:YTEN) (“Yield10” or the “Company”), an agricultural bioscience company, today announced that the U.S. Department of Agriculture Animal & Plant Health Inspection Service’s (“USDA-APHIS’s”) Biotechnology Regulatory Services (“BRS”)
by Kasun Illankoon (Construction Business News) Dubai-based Dulsco Group, a leader in People Solutions, Environmental Solutions, Talent Solutions and Energy Recruitment Solutions, is in the driving seat when it comes to environmental sustainability, saving up to 200,000kg of CO2e a year by
by Galileo Petingi (Borneo Post) ... Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said the research on the yeast collected from soil in Mukah was done almost three decades ago by South African researchers. “I was informed of an interesting
(Republic Services/PR Newswire) EVENSOL LLC, a renewable energy project developer focusing on biogas and methane mitigation, announces that it has developed two renewable natural gas ("RNG") facilities in North Carolina that are now operational. The Foothills Renewables Project in Caldwell County, NC, and the
(Novozymes/Yahoo! Finance) Novozymes, a global leader in biosolutions, marks a significant milestone in the renewable diesel and SAF (Sustainable Aviation Fuel) industry with the launch of Quara® LowP, an enzymatic solution designed to transform the feedstock pre-treatment process. As the world seeks
by Erin Voegele (Biomass Magazine) Tidewater Renewables on Nov. 9 confirmed that its 3,000-barrel-per-day (45.99 MMgy) renewable diesel complex located at its refinery in Prince George, British Columbia, produced its first renewable diesel on Oct. 22 and as of Nov.
(Sustane Technologies/Canadian Biomass Magazine) Sustane Technologies announced Payless Fuels as the first customer for its waste-plastic-derived fuel, a major milestone. By processing plastic that would otherwise have gone to the landfill, Sustane is making a market-grade fuel that can replace traditional fuel
(Atlantica Centre for Energy/Canadian Biomass Magazine) The Atlantica Centre for Energy launched a new energy literacy project to raise awareness of opportunities in the clean fuels sector for post-secondary students and First Nation’s youth in all four Atlantic provinces. The Fuel 4
(Forest Enhancement Society of BC (FESBC)/Canadian Biomass Magazine) How two Merritt-based companies are revolutionizing sustainable forest management -- In a long-standing alliance, a First Nations-owned and operated fibre management company, Stuwix Resources Joint Venture (SRJV) and Valley Carriers, a visionary multi-generational trucking
by Marie Church (Canadian Biomass Magazine) ... The global bioeconomy is rapidly progressing and while Canada has seen some bright advancements, there are glaring gaps to fill if we want to be among the front runners. Scaling Up, an annual bioeconomy
(EverGen Infrastructure Corp./Canadian Biomass Magazine) EverGen Infrastructure Corp. announced the signing of a 10-year offtake agreement with Irving Oil Limited for the supply of renewable natural gas (RNG) produced at the Grow the Energy Circle Ltd. facility (GrowTEC). The agreement provides
( Canadian Biogas Association/Canadian Biomass Magazine) A diverse collection of companies and organizations have come together to form the Clean Gas Coalition, led by the Canadian Biogas Association (CBA). The coalition’s goal is to increase regulatory support for clean gas which includes
(Italgas (Google Translation)) The commitment, signed in the presence of Deputy Minister Gava, aims to encourage the construction of new plants, the conversion of those currently producing biogas and the connection to gas distribution networks -- National Confederation Coldiretti , the main organization
(Chinese Academy of Sciences/Mirage News) The electrochemical CO2 reduction reaction (CO2RR) into carbon-based fuels provides a promising strategy to mitigate CO2 emission and promotes the utilization of renewable energy. The Cn (n≥2) liquid products are desirable because of their high energy densities and ease of
(Growth Energy) Today, Growth Energy, the nation’s largest biofuel trade association, rebranded with a new look and feel that reflects the full spectrum of the opportunities and innovations that are transforming the biofuels industry and expanding the bioeconomy. “Growth Energy members are fueling
by Shlok Talati (CBC News) Open house was also a part of the Ministry of Environment’s public consultation requirement -- A 3D model of Saskatchewan's first renewable diesel plant was on display in North Regina on Tuesday. Federated Co-operatives Ltd. (FCL), in partnership with
(Boeing) - Zero Petroleum’s sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) technology will be tested in the UK; - Agreement follows recent Boeing SAF collaborations in the UAE, Japan, Ireland, Ethiopia and Brazil -- Boeing [NYSE: BA] and Zero Petroleum (“Zero”) today announced a collaboration for
by Grace Whiteside (ABC Wide Bay) ... While eating algae is becoming more popular, such as nori seaweed or algal oil in dietary supplements, Dr Harrison (Queensland University of Technology biochemistry associate professor Mark Harrison) has no doubt algae will also feature
(CNN Indonesia (Google Translation)) PT Kereta Api Indonesia (Persero) or KAI has started using Biosolar B30 for train fuel. Biosolar is fuel with a mixture of 30 percent fuel from vegetable sources, palm oil. EVP of Corporate Secretary KAI Raden Agus Dwinanto Budiadji
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest/REenergize! the Gulf Coast) The US Department of Energy’s Hydrogen Shot and Hydrogen Hubs programs are presented here by Hydrogen & Fuel Cell Office Chief Scientist Eric Miller — Hydrogen Hub award announces, Shot targets, milestones ahead and
by Jim Lane/Praj (REenergize! the Gulf Coast) In an era defined by environmental concerns and the urgent need to transition towards renewable energy sources, ethanol has emerged as a key contender in shaping the future of sustainable energy. Its multifaceted role
by Peter Shaw-Smith (AIN) The airframer marks a one-year SAF agreement with Signature Aviation -- Bombardier has reaffirmed its commitment to cover all its operational flights with sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) using book-and-claim, which allows an operator to claim sustainability benefits for
by Tom Buis (The Messenger) In the coming decades, American agriculture could lead the low-carbon revolution in the United States thanks to technologies available today, including carbon capture and storage (CCS). By reducing the industry’s carbon intensity, American farmers and
by Erin Voegele (Ethanol Producer Magazine) Aemetis Inc. expects to secure the authority to construct air permit for its proposed sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) and renewable diesel project in early 2024, according to comments made by Chairman and CEO Eric McAfee
by Brittany Hardaway (WREX) ... We're getting an inside look into the ethanol industry at Adkins Energy in Lena, Illinois. Plant producers explain how a grain of corn is fueling the U.S. economy. "We take corn in from local farmers, we end up
by Timothy Eggert (FarmWeek) Illinois Farm Bureau’s policy book may feature expanded positions on biofuels and renewable energy, after the Resolutions Committee on Nov. 8 advanced a set of proposals for final consideration at Annual Meeting. Topping the list of submittals approved by
by Geoff Cooper (Ethanol Producer Magazine/Renewable Fuels Association) Helen Keller said it best: “Alone we can do so little, together we can do so much.” Over the past four decades, the U.S. ethanol industry has achieved numerous victories on the policy and
(Clean Fuels Development Coalition) Speaking before the World Ethanol and Biofuels Conference in Brussels, Belgium last week, the Clean Fuels Development Coalition’s Doug Durante said the pendulum will swing back to liquid fuels, and ethanol will be a key to lowering emissions in
Join us for the upcoming webinar 'Future Fuels and their role in Future-proofing Power Generation', and stay ahead of the curve in the world of mission-critical energy solutions! In today's fast-evolving landscape, the quest for efficient and dependable backup power
by Joey van Elswijk (Port of Amsterdam) A presentation by Joey van Elswijk, Commercial Manager Renewable Fuels, Port of Amsterdam at World Bio Markets 2023 READ MORE; includes transcript and VIDEO slides
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The City of Madison has aggressively started to adopt the use of biodiesel in all eligible fleet vehicles. This domestic/Wisconsin produced fuel can entirely replace petroleum diesel in fleet vehicles, often at a lower price with lower emissions. This webinar
by Sabrina Valle (Reuters) Shell PLC (SHEL.L) is looking to scale up sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) production in the United States, a country it sees as attractive for development of such low-emission forms of energy, Shell USA president Gretchen Watkins said on Tuesday. U.S.
(SunGas Renewables) The $1.4 billion green hydrogen and methanol project at Bell Bay is expected to produce 300,000 tonnes of green methane per year -- SunGas Renewables today announced it has been selected by Australian green hydrogen and methanol project developer, ABEL Energy, to
(Costarican Times) Pioneering a Sustainable Future -- Costa Rica, known for its commitment to environmental sustainability, is taking a significant leap forward with plans to overhaul its fuel infrastructure. This move is part of the country’s ambitious biofuel rollout plans, aimed at
by Poppy Clements (Hydrocarbon Engineering) Scania West Africa, TotalEnergies Marketing Côte d'Ivoire, ANADER and LA SIR have inaugurated a biodiesel pilot in Abidjan, the capital city of Côte d'Ivoire. The pilot aims to dramatically reduce emissions from public transport and create
North America’s leading biofuels, carbon and LCFS event -- Argus North American Biofuels, LCFS & Carbon Markets Summit returns to Monterey, California on September 16-18, 2024 to welcome over 600 regulators, key government, and industry participants across the entire biofuels supply
by Cindy Zimmerman (Energy.AgWired.com) According to Biofuels Vision 2024, Sen. Tim Scott is the first Republican presidential candidate to check all the boxes on important issues for the biofuel industry. Iowa Renewable Fuels Association Vice President Brad Wilson, the president/general manager of the Western
(Ceres/Electric Energy Online) First-of-a-kind 1-MW scale electrolyser demonstrator in final stages of commissioning; Delivers green hydrogen at <40kWh/kg, up to 25% more efficiently than incumbent technologies; Improvements in performance and cost of next generation technology lays foundation for scale up Ceres, a global leader
by Laleye Dipo (This Day Live) The Niger State Government is to set up an Ethanol plant and has already signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the Nigeria National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC) for the realisation of the project. To also ensure the
(Novozymes) Novozymes, a global leader in biosolutions, marks a significant milestone in the renewable diesel and SAF (Sustainable Aviation Fuel) industry with the launch of Quara® LowP, an enzymatic solution designed to transform the feedstock pre-treatment process. -- As the world seeks
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) This week on the Digest webinar stage, we looked at solving the critical shortage of fermentation capacity. FERMWORX, LLC, based in Columbus, Georgia, is a fermentation company that specializes in high quality biopolymers and bio-based fermentation products produced
(Bnamericas) The Uruguayan energy ministry has published the country’s definitive 2040 green hydrogen roadmap. A draft had been put out to public consultation over a year ago. Officials estimate that a hydrogen and derivatives industry could generate U$1.9bn in revenue a year by 2040 and more
(Black & Veatch/Business Wire) Augustus Global Investment engaged Black & Veatch to conduct a study - found to be technically and economically feasible - on green hydrogen generation for its USD 500 million project in Indonesia’s Aceh province -- -Black & Veatch,
(Tree Enegy Solutions) Tree Energy Solutions (TES), a global green energy company leading the way in the production of e-NG (electric natural gas derived from green hydrogen, widely referred to as e-methane in Japan), and Tokyo Gas Co., Ltd. (Tokyo Gas),
(BayoTech/PR Newswire) BayoTech Inc., an innovator in hydrogen production, transportation, and storage solutions, announced today the availability of sustainable hydrogen fuel from its recently completed hub in Wentzville, Missouri. The BayoGaaS™ Hydrogen Hub generates 350 tons of hydrogen annually to serve a
(Biofuels International) ... ValueSkies is a Colombian development company focused on the structuring and implementation of projects to produce SAF, renewable diesel, green chemistry, and second-generation pellets with a high social and environmental impact. The company’s approach is to produce drop-in low-carbon
(Solutions from the Land) Kyle Bridgeforth had never considered Rome an agricultural focal point until he found himself there, speaking to leaders from around the world at the 51st Session of the Committee on World Food Security (CFS). Most international leaders brought
(International Civil Aviation Organization/Biobased Diesel Daily) Taken together, sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) and operational improvements hold the promise of delivering almost two-thirds of the CO2-emissions reductions required to decarbonize international aviation by 2050. Juan Carlos Salazar, secretary general of the International Civil
(KPI OceanConnect/Biobased Diesel Daily) Shipping faces a range of strict regulations that will drive it towards decarbonization. For investors and shipowners, alternative fuels are an important pillar of compliance. Demand and supply need to be efficiently connected, if the market for these fuels
(Pacific International Lines/Biobased Diesel Daily) In a collective journey towards achieving net-zero greenhouse-gas (GHG) emissions, PSA Singapore (formerly known as the Port of Singapore Authority) and Pacific International Lines announced Nov. 1 that they have signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU)
by Charlotte Walker (Argus Media) Renewable fuels made up 6.8pc of the UK's road transport and non-road mobile machinery fuel mix in 2022, increasing by 1.4pc compared with 2021, according to the government's Department for Transport (DfT). A total of 3.33bn litres
(Ohio Country Journal/Ohio Ag Net) Scott Fenwick of Clean Fuels Alliance America visits with Dale about biodiesel usage in the winter months, myths surrounding cold weather usage and how availability continues to grow for cleaner-burning fuels. READ MORE
(Ohio Country Journal/Ohio Ag Net) Delaware County Soybean Producer Bret Davis visits with Dale about the positive impact biodiesel has in his farming operation. READ MORE; includes AUDIO
The ACT Expo Fleet Awards are the ultimate recognition of fleet operators who show true leadership in sustainable transportation practices. This exclusive group of organizations are committed to outstanding adoption of and performance in clean transportation technologies. Fleet Award Categories Leading Global
by Kristen Gifford (Gladstein, Neandross, & Associates/ACT News) ... Volvo Trucks, a veteran in the clean transportation industry, is at the forefront of the movement for decarbonization through a strategic three-pillar approach: battery-electric trucks, hydrogen fuel cell electric trucks, and
On behalf of McKinsey & Company, we would like to invite you to our webinar on integrated land use management. Join our experts as we share lots of insights and implications on industry players, over the next six harvest cycles
(McKinsey & Co.) Without a step change in action to increase land-use efficiency, growing demand for food, fuel, and natural capital may require additional land equivalent to the total cropland of Brazil by 2030. Humanity’s appetite for land continues to grow, driven by
The 2024 Value of Biogas West is heading back to Vancouver this fall! Complete with two full days of programming, an expanded exhibit space and more than 10 hours of networking, you won’t want to miss out on Canada’s premier
The Canadian Biogas Association is a member-driven industry organization that supports the diverse needs of the biogas and renewable natural gas (RNG) sector with the goal of building a strong, robust biogas & RNG industry in Canada. We represent over
SAVE THE DATE The Canadian Biogas Association is a member-driven industry organization that supports the diverse needs of the biogas and renewable natural gas (RNG) sector with the goal of building a strong, robust biogas & RNG industry in Canada. We
Join the Canadian Biogass Association at the webinar launch of the Clean Gas Standard Policy Proposal in Canada. The Clean Gas Standard is a pivotal initiative aimed at transforming Canada's energy landscape and advancing our commitment to a sustainable future. The
(Solutions from the Land) Farmers looking to add economic and environmental value to their operations may find an ally in anaerobic digestion. This week, Nov. 6-8, the University of Iowa, Iowa State University and EPA Region 7 came together to co-host the Anaerobic
THE 14TH ANNUAL DUPONT SUMMIT ON SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY, AND ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY HYBRID CONFERENCE -- The purpose of the Dupont Summit is to promote interdisciplinary conversation about pressing issues related to the politics and policy of science, technology and the environment. The
By 2030, hydrogen will play a crucial role in the EU’s aim of reducing greenhouse gas emissions by 55%. Today, over 90% of hydrogen projects have yet to reach financial close. With so much untapped potential on the table, how
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GreenFin 24 will convene an influential audience of finance, investment and sustainability professionals to share insights, address key challenges and showcase leading sustainable financial products and services. READ MORE
The premier annual event for sustainable business leaders -- GreenBiz 24 is the premier gathering of sustainable business leaders seeking hands-on, tangible solutions. Join this growing community to recharge and learn what’s next in decarbonization, biodiversity, supply chains, strategic communications and
(VETUS) As a trailblazer for sustainable boating, HVO compatibility propels VETUS further towards zero emission propulsion. -- VETUS, creator of complete onboard boat systems, has announced that approval has now been granted to use Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil (HVO) on its D and
(H2B2 Electrolysis Technologies/Newswire) Built in California’s Central Valley, H2B2’s facility is designed to produce up to three tons of green hydrogen per day, reducing carbon emissions and accelerating clean energy adoption. -- H2B2 Electrolysis Technologies, Inc. (H2B2), a global vertically integrated provider of
(Petrobras) Test Unveils Pioneering Advancements in Biorefining on a Global Scale -- The Riograndense Petroleum Refinery (RPR) has accomplished a historic achievement by successfully processing 100% soybean oil in a Fluid Catalytic Cracking (FCC) Unit at the Refinery. This milestone was made
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) IRA, everyone has heard about it — what does it mean? The IRA has been billed as the largest clean energy infrastructure investment in United States history. It allotted $370B to the development and promotion of
(MTI Hungary Today) Wizz Air has been awarded Global Environmental Sustainability Airline of the Year for the second consecutive time at the Center for Aviation (CAPA) Asia Aviation Summit in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. “Wizz Air has been recognized for its unwavering commitment to sustainability,”
(Emirates) The first Emirates flights operating with sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) provided by Shell Aviation have taken off from Dubai International Airport (DXB). Emirates’ flight EK 412 bound for Sydney on 24 October was among the first to operate with SAF. Shell has supplied 315,000
(Civil Aviation Authority of Singapore) The Civil Aviation Authority of Singapore (CAAS), GenZero, and Singapore Airlines (SIA) have completed a 20-month Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) pilot, which commenced in February 2022, in partnership with Temasek1. The SAF pilot supports one of
(Jetex/Yahoo!) Jetex and Shell Aviation bring sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) to the flagship private terminal in Dubai. -- Jetex, a global leader in executive aviation, is the first to offer SAF to customers in the United Arab Emirates. Building on the
by Carlos Anchondo (Politico Pro Energywire) Despite the uptick, most operating projects are not on power plants, according to the Global CCS Institute. -- The number of carbon capture projects operating around the world increased in the past year, but development of
(Renewable Fuels Association) The Renewable Fuels Association today announced the launch of Veterans for Renewable Fuels, a new initiative designed specifically for military veterans and immediate family members working in the U.S. ethanol industry. The purpose of the VRF is to recognize
(Jet Plant) Leading UK road planing contractor, Jet Plant, continues to set the industry standard for sustainability after announcing that 100% of its planing machines will be fuelled by Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil. The Evesham-based business already has a strong sustainability plan and trialled the
(Biofuels International) ... Cargill has supplied RSPO-certified palm oil since 2005, and in December 2020, converted its Charlotte, North Carolina refinery to 100% segregated palm oil. With this latest move, by January 2024, all customers buying palm oil from one of
by Majid Alam (News 18) At present, 10 per cent ethanol is blended in petrol and the government is looking to double this quantity by 2025 -- India is pushing for higher ethanol-blended fuel for cleaner energy and its economic value and the
by Jonathan Welsh (Flying Magazine) Pilots traveling in Northern California can purchase SAF without reservations or fueling contracts -- General aviation pilots can now fill their tanks with sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) at Stockton Metropolitan Airport (KSCK) on demand, without a
(Sandia National Laboratories) Are you interested in research at the forefront of biological sciences? Are you interested in research that will lead to transformative breakthroughs in fundamental science and technologies from a national security perspective? If so, you could join our
by Erin Voegele (Biodiesel Magazine) Phillips 66 on Oct. 27 confirmed the renewables conversion of its refinery in Rodeo, California, is progressing on schedule with startup expected during the first quarter of 2024. Once fully operational, the facility will have the
(Vision RNG/WIN Waste Innovations/Business Wire) Collaboration will offset fossil fuels, seek to reduce more than 120,000 tons of greenhouse gas emissions and help fulfill the growing demand for renewable fuel; Projects will help bolster local employment with new construction jobs and
by Erin Voegele (Biomass Magazine) CVR Energy Inc. processed a record volume of renewable feedstock at its Wynnewood refinery in Oklahoma during the fourth quarter. The facility’s feedstock pretreatment unit is nearing mechanical completion and CVR is continuing to evaluate the
(Transport & Enviroment) Including biofuels and e-fuels in road transport would reduce available volumes for hard-to-decarbonise sectors. -- The EU climate targets will slash demand for oil and gas. As a result, fuel suppliers are investing in e-fuels and biofuels to replace
by Marcus Hand (Seatrade Maritime News) A study commissioned by German shipowner Oldendorff Carriers shows stability and degradation issues for biofuels. -- ... As part of a 2019 research agreement between Oldendorff and the Massachusetts Institute of Technology’s (MIT) Center for Bits
(Renewable Fuels Association) The Renewable Fuels Association today thanked Rep. Max Miller (R-OH) and others for the introduction in the House of the Farm to Fly Act, which would help sustainable aviation fuels create new markets for America’s farmers. Among its provisions, the
Join us for the 12th annual Journalists’ Guide to Environment and Energy. Hosted by Planet Forward at the George Washington University Lisner Auditorium, the event will feature leading environmental journalists from major news outlets and their predictions of the top
(Wärtsilä) Technology group Wärtsilä has engineered, delivered, and installed the biogas upgrading solution to a new biogas 17 tons per day liquefaction plant in Hjørring, Denmark. The contract was awarded to Wärtsilä in 2022, and the official start-up took place in
(Vision RNG/Business Wire) Vision RNG and Meridian Waste celebrated the grand opening and ribbon cutting of the State of Missouri’s first Landfill Gas (LFG) to Renewable Natural Gas (RNG) plant at Meridian’s Eagle Ridge Landfill in Bowling Green, Missouri. This marks the
(Advanced Biofuels Canada) Clean fuel fiscal measures will support $10-15 billion in new investment and reduce the cost of clean fuels for Canadian consumers -- Advanced Biofuels Canada (ABFC) released today its fiscal recommendations to attract $10-15 billion of new clean fuel capital
(Braskem/Business Wire) The project is led by Professor Ted Sargent and Dr. Ke Xie, among the world’s preeminent scientists in the field of electrocatalysis and contributes to Braskem’s strategy of combating climate change. -- Braskem and Northwestern University (USA) have announced a
(Chevron Lummus Global/PR Newswire) Unique retrofit design delivers exceptional diesel fuel yields -- Chevron Lummus Global LLC (CLG) today announced the completion and successful startup of an ISOTERRA unit as part of Chevron's renewable fuel conversion project at their El Segundo Refinery
(ADAMA US/PR Newswire) Joint Development Agreement Set to Create New Crop Protection Solutions and Expand Registered Crop Protection Products for Camelina -- VISION Bioenergy Oilseeds (VISION), a US agricultural company driving the growth of Camelina as an essential feedstock for advanced renewable
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) Origin is the world’s leading carbon negative materials company. The Origin platform turns the carbon found in biomass into useful materials, while eliminating the need for fossil resources and capturing carbon in the process. Origin Co-CEO
(Maryland Energy Administration) Agency underscores potential economic, job growth benefits of unique program that enables highly innovative energy projects -- The Maryland Energy Administration (MEA) today announced the annual launch of its OPEN Energy Program, which provides opportunities to submit applications for
by J.P. Carroll (Bio.News)... On November 2, the Biotechnology Innovation Organization (BIO) hosted a webinar as part of its Climate Policy Innovation Series, “Fueling the Energy Transition.” Moderated by John Torres, BIO’s Director of Federal Government Relations for Agriculture & Environment,
(Growth Energy) Growth Energy, the nation’s largest biofuels trade association, today (November 1, 2023) urged regulators in Washington state to clarify their definition of “biofuels” under the state’s Cap-and-Invest program in a way that allows them to “maximize the use of
(Growth Energy) Growth Energy, the nation’s largest biofuels trade association, submitted comments today (October 26, 2023) to the California Air Resources Board (CARB) as part of its effort to revise the state’s cap and trade regulations. Specifically, the comments called on
Where leaders and change-makers accelerate solutions for a regenerative, resilient, net-zero economy. -- The world is rising to meet the immense social, economic, and environmental challenges of our time, and there are more opportunities to create value in the clean economy
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