
The cost of meeting Britain’s net zero targets in 2050 could be nearly £300 billion less than official projections, according to an analysis drawing on the computer model used by Whitehall. The savings over the period to 2050 – equivalent
The cost of meeting Britain’s net zero targets in 2050 could be nearly £300 billion less than official projections, according to an analysis drawing on the computer model used by Whitehall. The savings over the period to 2050 – equivalent
(do Caminhoneiro (Google translation)) Volvo Penta is launching the G13 in Brazil, its first engine powered by biogas, biomethane or NGV (Vehicle Natural Gas), for high-performance electric generators. It is the ideal alternative for rural properties that produce their own biogas
by Kavya Koonampilli (World Biogas Association) India’s biogas sector is gaining significant momentum as Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Ltd (HPCL) announces this week (week of June 23, 2025) a substantial ₹20 billion ($231 million) investment to develop 24 compressed biogas (CBG, also known as biomethane or
(World Biogas Association) The United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) has opened a public consultation, closing July 6, on a proposed methodology to support the use of improved cookstoves in cutting carbon emissions and air pollution. The methodology, known as CLEAR (Comprehensive
by Lois Wright Morton and Ernie Shea (Solutions from the Land) Since our inception two decades ago, Solutions from the Land has been helping farmers adopt systems and practices that enable them to sustainably intensify production, improve the resilience of their operations
(RNG Coalition) Today (June 18, 2025), the RNG COALITION announces the commissioning of the 500th operational renewable natural gas (RNG) facility in North America. This is a significant milestone that achieves the 2025 benchmark for the industry’s Sustainable Methane Abatement &
(Mezha) As reported by the People’s Deputy from “Holos” Yaroslav Zheleznyak in his Telegram channel -- The Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine has passed a decision to postpone fines for failing to meet bio-component content requirements in gasoline until January 1, 2026. This was
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) Topsoe, a leader in energy transition, highlights their G2L™ Biofuels technology, a novel and commercially ready pathway converting Renewable Natural Gas (RNG) to Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF). Leveraging industrially proven Fischer-Tropsch (FT) synthesis, this solution achieves
(Sumitomo Corporation) Developing e-SAF sustainable aviation fuel and expanding biogas production across Denmark - Sumitomo Corporation (Head Office: Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo; Representative Director, President and Chief Executive Officer: Shingo Ueno) has established a joint venture North Sky A/S with Skovgaard Energy (Head Office:
by Leah Douglas (Reuters) U.S. Senate Republicans on Monday proposed a tax bill that would extend a clean fuel tax credit through 2031, but trim 20% of the value of the credit for biofuels made from feedstocks produced outside of the
(Renewable Fuels Association) The Renewable Fuels Association today welcomed the release of proposed renewable volume obligations (RVOs) for 2026 and 2027, calling the Environmental Protection Agency’s draft rule a “very positive signal” for America’s ethanol industry and farmers. By prioritizing domestically produced renewable fuels
(University of Surry) A startup from the University of Surrey is one of just ten finalists shortlisted for the Manchester Prize – a UK government-backed award that supports AI solutions for the public good. BiofuelAI now has the chance to win
(UABIO) We would like to present an important and voluminous document, which was developed by a number of UABIO experts. In this analytical note, you will find all the necessary information on the cultivation of intermediate and cover crops in Ukraine
(World Biogas Association) The WBA Connect+ is a collaborative initiative dedicated to strengthening industry connections, enhancing performance, sharing knowledge, and driving innovation in the anaerobic digestion (AD), biogas, biomethane, and biofuels sectors. Our mission is to speed up the industry’s growth by fostering
(International Energy Agency) Biogases play an important and growing role in energy systems. Produced locally using organic waste, biogas and biomethane can contribute to energy security, waste management, emissions reductions and agricultural development. In recent years, demand for biomethane – also known
(American Biogas Council) The American Biogas Council (ABC) today released new data showing, on a state-by- state basis, the energy production and waste recycling benefits that a full build-out of potential biogas systems could provide. The data — provided via an interactive map — includes
(World Biogas Association) Landmark partnership unveiled on World Environment Day will accelerate biogas development and energy transition in Brazil’s most industrialised state The World Biogas Association (WBA) has signed a historic agreement with the Brazilian State Government of São Paulo, launching a strategic partnership to
(FGV Energia) Initiative transforms environmental liabilities into economic value, boosts the bioeconomy, and strengthens riverside communities in the Amazon -- An innovative project will transform fishing waste in the Amazon Legal into sources of clean energy and products that strengthen the local
(Karlsruhe Institute of Technology(KIT)) KIT Researchers Elucidate Sugar Accumulation in Sorghum Millet on Saline Soils: SWEET13 Gene Directs Sucrose into the Grains -- Sorghum millet is seen as the crop plant of the future: It builds up a particularly high
(PTI/The Wire) Enersur S.A., one of Paraguay’s foremost renewable energy companies has selected Praj Industries for its next major project. Praj, a global leader in bioeconomy-driven process solutions, will support the development, assessment, and phased implementation of a fully integrated
(Syzygy Plasmonics/PR Newswire) Syzygy's NovaSAF™ Platform Supercharges Aviation Decarbonization by combining Biogas and Renewable Power to produce SAF at Jet-A Cost Parity -- - Syzygy Plasmonics, the global leader in electrified biogas-to-SAF technology, today announced the initiation of Front-End Engineering and Design (FEED)
by Brian Allnutt (Planet Detroit) The legislation would change regulations for waste from facilities that convert manure to fuel. Critics say this would threaten drinking water wells, contribute to toxic algal blooms. -- Two Michigan House bills would regulate digestate as solid
(Emerging Fuels Technology/CISION) SAFasia and Emerging Fuels Technology have signed an MOU to advance a series of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) production projects in the Philippines using biogas and cutting-edge syngas technology. The collaboration combines Caphenia's e-Reformer with EFT's high-yield Fischer-Tropsch platform to
(Waga Energy) Waga Energy announces the start-up of Renewable Natural Gas (RNG) production at the Hartland landfill site in British Columbia. The project, carried out in partnership with Capital Regional District (CRD) and FortisBC, is the first facility of its kind
(International Energy Agency (IEA)) First-of-a-kind geospatial assessment in new IEA report finds huge untapped potential for biogases, equivalent to a quarter of global natural gas demand As policy makers look for opportunities to simultaneously bolster energy security and economic competitiveness, biogases –
by Jim Giles (Trellis) ... Danone is also partnering with Sistema, a company that has developed a modular biodigestor that smaller farms can use to process manure into fertilizer and biogas. READ MORE Related articles Sistema.bio Signs MoU with Danone to Deploy 6,500
(International Energy Agency (IEA)) The IEA recently convened a workshop on sustainable fuels, bringing together more than 80 experts from governments, industry, international organizations and civil society to discuss how to support their adoption around the world. The event on 29 April,
(India Today) Researchers at Nagaland University have recently developed a nature-inspired technology to turn wastewater into a source of biofuel, nutrients, and clean water. Nagaland University develops eco-friendly tech to recover resources from wastewater Nature-inspired methods turn wastewater into biofuel, nutrients, and clean
8-day In-depth Course. Join the proBIOGAS #International Course — A Must for Anyone Involved in Anaerobic Digestion (AD) Are you a: Biogas plant operator or staff member? Farmer considering an AD facility? Government official working with biogas-related topics? Academic researcher looking for real-world insights? Investor exploring opportunities
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) Aemetis focuses on renewable natural gas (RNG) and low carbon fuels in California. Their Biogas project includes 12 in-service dairy digesters, a 36-mile pipeline, and an in-service RNG facility connected to PG&E. A fueling station is
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) Conor Madigan from Aether Fuels presented on enabling economical, scalable sustainable fuels. Key takeaways include their Aether AuroraTM technology for Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) and diesel, using a novel Fischer Tropsch route. This technology employs intensified
(World Biogas Association) The WBA Connect+ is a collaborative initiative dedicated to strengthening industry connections, enhancing performance, sharing knowledge, and driving innovation in the anaerobic digestion (AD), biogas, biomethane, and biofuels sectors. Our mission is to speed up the industry’s growth by fostering
(OPAL Fuels/Business Wire) OPAL Fuels (Nasdaq: OPAL) announced today that it has entered into a joint venture with an affiliate of environmental services leader Republic Services, Inc. (NYSE: RSG) for a new biogas-to-renewable natural gas (“RNG”) facility at Republic’s Charlotte Motor Speedway
by Andrew King (Process and Control Today) ... Green Hydrogen: The Key to Hard-to-Decarbonise Sectors But what about industries that need extreme heat for example, cement, steel, and chemicals? That’s where green hydrogen comes in. Think of it as the clean-burning fuel
(Syzygy Plasmonics/PR Newswire) New pathway makes maximum use of renewable methane and much higher yield for the same amount of biogas by utilizing CO2 in feedstock -- Syzygy Plasmonics has successfully completed performance testing of the world's largest all-electric GHG e-Reforming™ demonstration
(Michigan State University) CNH will provide MSU with a New Holland T6.180 Methane tractor, the world's first 100% methane-powered production tractor, for use in educational and research initiatives. -- Through a new partnership with CNH, researchers and students at the MSU College
Join us for an introductory webinar exploring the fundamentals of renewable natural gas (RNG). As part of our ongoing “Back to Basics” series, this session will provide a basic understanding of RNG’s role in the energy transition, covering key concepts
(Volvo) Demand for Volvo’s gas-powered trucks is rising and sales increased by more than 25% in 2024. Gas-powered trucks are a growing solution for transport companies to reduce their CO2 footprint as carbon emissions can be reduced by up to 100%
by Zhou Huiying, Liu Kun, Liu Kun and Hou Liqiang (China Daily) Several major grain-producing regions have been proactively leveraging their abundant agricultural and forestry residues to aid the low-carbon transition, converting waste into renewable energy and organic fertilizers. As the country's
(The Hans India) Efforts are underway to include environment-friendly biofuel biogas under the “Non-Polluting (White Category)” classification. Discussions have been held with the Karnataka State Pollution Control Board (KSPCB), and an appropriate directive in this regard will be issued soon,
(Grain Journal/MarketDigits) Bioenergy Market APAC: Key Developments Shaping the Sector in 2025 -- The bioenergy sector across the Asia-Pacific (APAC) region is witnessing transformative growth in 2025. As countries intensify efforts to transition toward sustainable energy systems, several policy reforms, technological advancements,
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) ... At times like these, I like to highlight companies and technologies that are continuing to advance strong — because it reminds us of something more important than which innovations succeed — rather, it tells us
(Sojitz) Sojitz Corporation (“Sojitz”) invests in a holding structure of the special purpose company, IOC GPS Renewables Pvt. Ltd. (“IGRPL”) established jointly by GPS Renewables Private Limited. (“GPSR”) and Indian Oil Corporation Ltd. (“IOCL”), the largest state-owned oil company in India,
by Philippe Marchand (Transport Energy Strategies) France’s General Accountability Office, in French Cour des Comptes, the public comptroller which rational organization dates back to Napoleonic times (1807 precisely), has recently published a 260-page report on the biogas value chain public support strategy, unusually
(bnamericas/ABiogás (machine translation)) Starting this year, the National Climate Change Fund (FNMC) will start financing the acquisition of heavy-duty vehicles powered by biomethane, as well as the replacement of diesel engines with versions compatible with the renewable fuel. The measure is
(Utility Global) Utility Global, Inc. (“Utility”), a global leader in economic clean hydrogen production, announced that it will partner with Hanwha Corporation E&C Division (“Hanwha”) to carry out a Pre-FEED (preliminary front-end engineering and design) study for the deployment of its
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) Explore biomethanation as a cost-effective method to upgrade biogas to pipeline quality renewable natural gas (RNG). This process uses naturally occurring organisms and hydrogen to convert CO2 in biogas to methane, potentially increasing production by 60-70%.
(Bernama/The Star) Plantation and Commodities Minister Datuk Seri Johari Abdul Ghani has urged palm oil industry players to support the TG2 Black Pellet initiative, a renewable biofuel innovation capable of replacing coal in power generation. He said the technology, developed by Netherlands-based
(GEOMIT) GEOMIT and CMAA Sign MOU to Develop Biogas and Biomethane Projects from Sugarcane Residues -- GEOMIT and Companhia Mineira de Açúcar e Álcool (CMAA) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to jointly develop commercial-scale biogas and biomethane projects from
Are you alarmed that in some parts of the world people still defecate in public and towns have no sewage systems? Learn more about a group trying to do something about that in this Nigerian community. Learn how human waste
(Syzygy Plasmonics/PR Newswire) New pathway makes maximum use of renewable methane and much higher yield for the same amount of biogas by utilizing CO2 in feedstock -- Syzygy Plasmonics has successfully completed performance testing of the world's largest all-electric GHG e-Reforming™ demonstration
(Levidian) Manchester biogas to hydrogen pilot demonstrates potential for sewage waste to be used as a sustainable feed source for hydrogen production; Potential for UK sewage waste to produce 75,000 tonnes of hydrogen per year - enough to power over 40% of
(Vaisala) Soaring energy costs and the climate crisis are combining to accelerate the green shift — the migration to renewable energy to reduce our dependency on fossil fuels — and contribute to both climate and sustainable development goals. The green shift is
by Brad Pleima (BioCycle) The federal Renewable Fuel Standard’s Set Rule allows codigestion of feedstocks such as food waste and manure to generate both D3 and D5 RIN values. -- The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (USEPA) Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS) 2023-2025 Set
(U.S. Department of Agriculture) U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins today announced the cancellation of the Partnerships for Climate-Smart Commodities (PCSC). Following a thorough line by line review of each of these Biden era partnerships, it became clear that the majority
(Urban News/Urban Acres) This initiative not only aims to enhance the state’s sustainability and energy security but also serves as a key driver for rural development, waste management, and the promotion of clean energy. The move is also expected to bolster
As one of the most anticipated events in the renewable energy sector, this summit will bring together senior executives, industry leaders, and experts from across the biogas value chain to discuss the latest trends, challenges, and opportunities in biogas production
(UABIO) On March 17, 2025, Ammongas, a member of the Bioenergy Association of Ukraine, has delivering its first truckload of biogenic CO₂ from Tønder Biogas. The CO₂ will be used for European Energy’s Power-to-X facility in Kassø, where it will play a key role in
((Thermogenics/PR Newswire) New system maximizes renewable fuel use while maintaining consistent boiler output -- Thermogenics, a leading provider of boiler lifecycle solutions in North America, has introduced a new biogas enrichment system that enables industrial boilers to operate using renewable biogas (or sometimes referred
(Greencarrier) To accelerate the transition to fossil-free fuels in the maritime sector, Swedish logistics company Greencarrier is launching the ‘Shipping Made Fossil-Free’ campaign. As part of the initiative, Greencarrier is offering businesses a free trial of its Maritime Biofuel Insets solution,
(BioCirc (Google Translate)) In order to carry out projects totaling DKK1 billion in 2025, including the realization of the world's largest biogas plant in Skive, BioCirc has just completed an internal financing round among the company's shareholders and employees of DKK300
(BDI) BDI has signed a contract with Ghent Renewables BV -- BDI-BioEnergy International has signed a contract with Ghent Renewables BV to begin the construction of a pioneering biofuel feedstock refinery plant. This facility will be unique in its approach, integrating advanced
Organised by the Anaerobic Digestion and Bioresources Association (ADBA) and the World Biogas Association (WBA), the event is the only trade show solely dedicated to the global anaerobic digestion (AD) and biogas sector. The Expo is made up of conference areas and an exhibition area — all free entry. Key players
by Cole Martin (Argus Media) The American Petroleum Institute and biofuel-supporting groups told Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) officials at a meeting today (April 1, 2025) that the agency should sharply raise advanced biofuel blend mandates for 2026. The coalition told EPA that
(The Maritime Executive) The scrutiny on the use of biofuels in Europe has intensified, with reports emerging last week that the EU is planning to suspend recognition of the ISCC certification of waste-based biofuels. The International Sustainability and Carbon Certification (ISCC)
(Biofuels International) ... Many SAF projects struggle with feedstocks that are too expensive, too scarce, or both. Today SAF is overwhelmingly produced using the hydro-processed esters and fatty acids (HEFA) process, which converts waste fats, oils and greases from sources like used
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) Oberon Fuels is focused on converting waste to renewable natural gas (RNG), methanol, and dimethyl ether (DME). They aim to produce over 200 million gallons per year by 2030. Their process involves anaerobic digestion of waste
(Atvos) Earthmoving work is expected to begin in April and operations are scheduled to begin at the end of 2026. -- Atvos has received the Installation License (LI) for the construction of its first biomethane plant. The new plant will be built
(DNV) Biofuels are an increasingly attractive decarbonization option for shipowners. A new white paper from DNV analyses an evolving supply picture, while also providing technical guidance to shipowners planning to use it as a drop-in fuel. -- Growing international pressure to decarbonize
(Utility/CISION) Onsite hydrogen production using industrial off-gases now offers a commercially viable, economic clean energy for heavy industry -- Utility, the leader in affordable, reliable and clean hydrogen solutions that drive a profitable energy transition for hard-to-abate industries worldwide, today announced the
(WasteFuel) WasteFuel, a U.S.-based next generation bioenergy company, and ITC, a leading Turkish integrated waste management company, announced today a partnership to commence the Front-End Engineering Design (FEED) on a green methanol biorefinery located in Ankara, Türkiye—the first green methanol facility
(Reuters/CNN Brasil) The amount will be used to implement four industrial effluent treatment plants with biogas production at the Piracanjuba units in Araraquara (SP), Três Rios (RJ), Carazinho (RS) and São Jorge D'Oeste (PR) -- The Piracanjuba Group received new financing from the National
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) In this presentation, researchers chart the progress of a project focused on developing a system for in situ biogas upgrading via biological conversion of CO2 to CH4. The goal is to convert CO2 in biogas to high-quality renewable
(Sustainable Energy Fund) SEF has published a request for proposal (RFP) for projects that will support the deployment of Circular Energy and Agriphotovoltaics (APV) in a manner that will improve the economic and environmental health of communities within the Pennsylvania region. Circular
(Gasum) Gasum also uses Fazer’s food waste to produce biogas. -- Nordic energy company Gasum and the food and confectionary group Fazer have entered into an agreement on the use of biogas in the transport of Fazer’s bakery products. The inedible food
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) This presentation by Lance Schideman from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, focuses on a cloth filter anaerobic membrane bioreactor (CFAnMBR) for municipal wastewater treatment. The CFAnMBR technology achieves high flux with low cleaning energy, resolving
(edie) edie has partnered with Centrica Business Solutions to publish a new, free-to-download report answering business’s frequently asked questions on generating and using biomethane. Biomethane is of interest to businesses for several reasons. As well as being less emissions-intensive then natural gases,
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) This presentation by Shulin Chen of Washington State University aims to reduce the production cost of pure biomethane derived from waste through an intensified anaerobic digestion (AD) system. The IVAD system integrates a hydrothermal reactor, a
(American Biogas Council) The American Biogas Council (ABC) announced today it has launched its Biogas Carbon Accounting Tool (Biogas CAT), a groundbreaking tool to count the full lifecycle emissions of biogas projects. This new tool was prepared for the ABC by EcoEngineers, a leading
(BNDES/Bnamericas) This is a machine translation of the press release originally published in Portuguese The National Bank for Economic and Social Development (BNDES) approved a credit line for financing in the amount of R$125.7 million for Ciclus Ambiental Rio SA With resources
By Yuvraj Akula (Telangana Today) Developed by Prof P Sankar Ganesh and his team, iSTAR, a single-stage advanced anaerobic digestion process is designed to treat organic waste, converting to methane-rich biogas -- Hyderabad: In a smart solution for landfilling leachate, domestic septage management,
(European Commission) The European Commission has approved a €2.3 billion Finnish scheme to support investments in strategic sectors and to help industrial companies to decarbonise their production processes. The scheme contributes to the achievement of the priorities of the European Commission
(BioEnergy Times/Asahi Kasei) Asahi Kasei and Kurashiki City held a grand opening ceremony on for a biogas purification system (the System) in Kurashiki, Okayama Prefecture, Japan. The System uses Asahi Kasei’s CO2 separation/recovery technology utilizing zeolites installed at a sewage treatment plant.
by Iddrisu Awudu Kasoa, David King Boison and Sylvester Vuvor (MyJoyOnline) Ghana’s energy sector has long been heavily dependent on imported fossil fuels, a reliance that exposes the nation to the vagaries of global oil markets. More than 80% of Ghana’s
by Dominic Gates (Seattle Times) Washington state has awarded a new $1.5 million grant for a planned sustainable aviation fuels and renewable diesel production facility projected to open in 2029 at Wallula Gap on the Columbia River. That’s a very small portion
(Sainsbury) The retailer and its supplier RenECO introduce innovative, fully circular, change to HGV fuelling; The shift away from diesel will save over 3,000 tonnes of carbon dioxide annually, supporting Sainsbury’s ambition to reduce scope 1 & 2 emissions to become
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) This presentation from the ABLC Connect series on Digest TV assesses the current state of biogas and RNG technologies and projects, highlighting both the positive aspects, such as high demand for carbon-negative energy, and the challenges, including
(European Biogas Association) Leading biomethane offtakers have come together in the Biomethane Offtakers Declaration, released today, to call for higher support for biomethane production and offtake. Led by the European Biogas Association, this initiative emphasises biomethane’s essential role in achieving Europe’s
(Kanadevia Inova) Skanderborg-based Bigadan A/S (short for Biogas Danmark) and Kanadevia Inova AG (formerly Hitachi Zosen Inova) are extending their collaboration with the ongoing development of more biogas plants in Denmark. Bigadan, is a leading contractor who deliver and operate several biogas
(American Biogas Council) $1.8 billion was invested in new projects last year, according to numbers just released by the American Biogas Council -- Newly-released data from the American Biogas Council (ABC) indicates that 2023 was the third year of record growth across
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) The presentation deck describes a program called BDO Zone Ratings, which is a standardized assessment for evaluating regions’ readiness for bio-based manufacturing. These ratings help attract investment in bio-based projects by highlighting areas with the best
(U.K. Association for Renewable Energy and Clean Technology/Biomass Magazine) Bioenergy is produced from organic material known as biomass. Biomass contains carbon absorbed by trees and plants through photosynthesis. When used for energy, it comes in a range of different forms, from
(European Biogas Association) Following the withdrawal of guidance on the use of biomethane certificates in the GHG Protocol, over 144 companies and trade associations from around the world have issued a public joint letter to the governance bodies of the GHG
(Manifold Times) BAC RE, Singapore’s Dovechem and TLP Terminal aim to create a sustainable value chain where biogas can be refined into BioLNG and other biofuels—ready for export and maritime bunkering. -- BAC Renewable Energy (BAC RE) on Friday (7 February) announced
(Waga Energy) Waga Energy is proud to announce its expansion into the Brazilian market with the launch of a new subsidiary. With 850 operational landfills and nearly 3,000 open-air dumps requiring modernization, Brazil presents a significant opportunity for sustainable waste management
(Jord) This collaboration aims to accelerate the global energy transition and reduce carbon emissions in hard-to-abate sectors such as transport, aviation, and chemicals. -- Jord AB (“Jord”) and Votion Biorefineries AB (“Votion”) are proud to announce a strategic partnership to convert Jord’s sustainable C4-grass biomass
by Leah Shaffer (Washington University) People interact with dimethyl ether (DME) in some form every day, most commonly through its function as a refrigerant. DME is one of those intermediary gases that can turn chemicals into different useful chemicals and turn
by R Krishna Das (Business Standard) While GAIL will set up plants in Ambikapur, Raigarh, and Korba, BPCL will execute the agreement in Bilaspur, Dhamtari, and Rajnandgaon -- The Chhattisgarh Biofuel Development Authority (CBDA) has inked an agreement with GAIL (India) and Bharat
(EnviTec Biogas Construction/PR Newswire) Germany's largest biogas producer, EnviTec Biogas AG, has been leveraging chicken manure for the production of biogas, renewable natural gas (RNG), and bio-Liquified Natural Gas (LNG) for an impressive 23 years. The company is now actively exploring opportunities
by Alyssa Norris (Biomass Magazine/Aether Fuels) ... Pressure on the supply chain means more expensive feedstocks can and will incentivize fraud, undermining the integrity of finished fuel product. These challenges highlight that HEFA-based SAF alone cannot meet the industry’s sustainability and
(Office of Congresswoman Hillary Scholten (D-MI 3rd)) Scholten and Valadao’s Bipartisan Bill Will Unlock America’s Clean Energy Future and Lower American’s Utility Bills -- Congresswoman Hillary Scholten (D-MI) and Congressman David Valadao (R-CA) introduced the Agricultural Environmental Stewardship Act of 2025 to extend the
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) This presentation deck outlines the Biofuture Campaign’s strategy to promote sustainable fuels and chemicals (SFC) on a global scale. The campaign, spearheaded by the Molecule Group, aims to integrate SFC technologies into international policy frameworks like
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) This presentation deck by Futuria Fuels discusses the company’s efforts to develop renewable propane, a clean alternative fuel. The presentation deck highlights the importance of biopropane as a by-product of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) production and
(Lloyd's Register) Risk Manager FuelEU helps users understand their compliance status and manage their FuelEU strategy. -- Lloyd’s Register OneOcean (LR OneOcean) has launched Risk Manager FuelEU, an innovative module designed to enable ship managers, owners, operators, and charterers to seamlessly manage their FuelEU compliance
by Jesper Bruun Petersen (Aarhus University) New research from Aarhus University has revealed how we can make it much cheaper to capture and convert CO2 from industry for usable products. The research has just been published in Nature Communications. -- Researchers from Aarhus
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) This presentation highlights Aemetis, Inc.’s (AMTX) strategy for becoming a leading producer of below-zero carbon intensity renewable fuels and natural gas. The company aims to replace high-carbon intensity petroleum products with sustainable alternatives like renewable natural
by Chrtis Bennett (AgWeb) Turning manure into gold, sticky-fingered Ray Brewer pulled off a twisted agriculture heist. Wearing a saccharine grin, Ray Brewer swished fat fingers through a bucket of fertilizer pellets and rattled out the mating call of a con
(Rebel Fuels/PR Newswire) Rebel Fuels Inc., a Delaware Public Benefit Corporation, announced today its launch to address climate change through innovative carbon recycling technology. The company aims to revolutionize the fuel industry by converting waste carbon dioxide into carbon-neutral fuels, offering
(Petrobras) The initiative focuses on offering competitive products with a lower carbon footprint -- This Monday (1/6), Petrobras is publishing its first call for proposals for acquisition of biomethane. The initiative is in line with the company's goals of decarbonizing its operations
(U.S. Department of Energy) Nine projects will help sustainably manage and recover potential clean energy sources from local community waste streams. -- The U.S. Department of Energy's (DOE) Bioenergy Technologies Office (BETO) and Vehicle Technologies Office (VTO) announced $6.9 million in funding for nine projects to support local waste-to-energy management
(U.S. Department of Energy) The U.S. Department of Energy’s Bioenergy Technologies Office (BETO) today (December 16, 2024) announced their intent to issue funding to support high-impact research and development (R&D) projects in two priority areas: sustainable propane and renewable chemicals and algal system
by James Primrose (Stillwater Associates) India’s is the world’s fifth largest biofuels market. After a period of lackluster growth in the late 2000s and early 2010s and failure to achieve mandated targets, political interest in biofuels has significantly increased, driven by
by Simla Tokgoz (U.S. Department of Agriculture Economic Research Service) By law, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) sets targets for blending renewable fuels such as ethanol with traditional transportation fuels to implement the mandates set by the Energy Independence and
by Debra Kahn (Politico Pro) The lawsuits allege the California Air Resources Board’s amendments to the program could increase pollution. -- Environmental groups filed a pair of lawsuits Wednesday against California’s trading program for transportation fuel emissions, arguing that its support of
by David Minguez, Thomas S. Christensen and Sandra Winter-Madsen (Topsoe/Biofuels Digest) The aviation industry’s push toward net-zero emissions by 2050 has placed Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) at the center of its decarbonization efforts. While feedstock availability remains a critical challenge, Renewable
by Zack Budryk (The Hill) The Treasury Department’s rule for implementing the Inflation Reduction Act’s (IRA) renewable energy tax credits will incorporate new language that will provide greater benefits for operations that refine natural gas from organic waste. The announcement comes following
(Nordion Energi) Nordion Energi is investing in a new liquefaction plant for biogas in the Port of Gothenburg. The plant is planned to be ready in autumn 2026 and will, in a first step, be able to deliver 250 GWh
(Strategic Environmental & Energy Resources, Inc./Globe Newswire) SEER commits to an aggressive decarbonization and carbon credit monetization program, starting with its current MV Technology solutions and its planned biocarbon production facilities both domestic and international. BROOMFIELD, CO, Dec. 12, 2024 (GLOBE
IBBK’s flagship training “BIOGAS #HANDS ON” is now modular! This comprehensive course will be held every Tuesday and Thursday, giving you the flexibility to choose the modules that align most with your interests—or you can enroll in the complete course at
by Erin Voegele (Ethanol Producer Magazine) The U.S. EPA on Dec. 5 issued a proposed rule to partially waive the compliance year 2024 renewable volume obligation (RVO) for cellulosic biofuel under the Renewable Fuel Standard. The rulemaking also proposes to extend
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) This presentation deck by Futuria Fuels discusses the company’s efforts to develop renewable propane, a clean alternative fuel. The presentation deck highlights the importance of biopropane as a by-product of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) production and
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) This presentation deck highlights Valmet’s expertise in biomass conversion, particularly focusing on transforming green waste into valuable biofuels. Valmet, a global leader in this space, provides a range of technologies and services, including BioTrac pretreatment and
(Mærsk Mc-Kinney Møller Center for Zero Carbon Shipping) The Mærsk Mc-Kinney Møller Center for Zero Carbon Shipping is unveiling an updated version of its Fuel Pathway Maturity Map, providing the shipping and financial sectors with a comprehensive overview of the advancements
(Solarig) • The company is intensifying its efforts in the race for decarbonization, reaffirming its Climate commitments. This initiative comes ahead of the Final Declaration of COP29 in Baku, with a portfolio of sustainable fuel production projects that will avoid the
by Jay Miller (NGT News) Clean Energy Fuels Corp. has opened a newly expanded renewable natural gas (RNG) fueling station in the city of Carson, California. Designed, constructed and operated by Clean Energy, this station is owned by Los Angeles County Sanitation Districts (Districts)
(Lyste/Globe Newswire) Lystek International (Lystek) is excited to announce the LysteMize Livestock Waste Characterization Study with support from the Department of Natural Resources Canada and Brown and Caldwell. Lystek has been awarded approximately $585,000 from the federal government’s Energy Innovation Program, as part of the Clean Fuels
(TotalEnergies) In line with its 2030 ambition to decarbonize the hydrogen used in its European refineries, TotalEnergies has joined forces with Air Liquide to produce renewable hydrogen at La Mède in southeast France. This new project complements the Masshylia project to produce green hydrogen by
by Gemma Handy (BBC) ... Now, a pioneering group of Caribbean scientists and environmentalists hope to turn the tide on the problem by transforming the troublesome algae into a lucrative biofuel. ... They recently launched one of the world’s first vehicles powered by
(Wärtsilä) Wärtsilä Gas Solutions, part of technology group Wärtsilä, will supply Nordic energy company Gasum with biogas upgrading and liquefaction solutions for their new bioLNG plant. The plant will produce high-quality bioLNG from agricultural and organic household waste. The order was booked
(by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) Oberon Fuels is a company working to develop renewable fuels that will help decarbonize several sectors, including propane, hydrogen, and methanol. The company’s main focus is converting waste, such as animal manure, into green methanol and
(Emvolon/Business Wire) The company has secured partnerships with major biogas suppliers, green methanol product offtakers, equipment and technology corporations, and a licensing agreement with MIT. -- Emvolon, an MIT spun-off technology company that converts greenhouse gas emissions into carbon-negative fuels and chemicals,
(Johnson Matthey) - Johnson Matthey and Honeywell are combining expertise to provide a comprehensive end-to-end solution to produce fuels from a wide variety of feedstocks. - The new partnership builds on an existing partnership in low carbon (CCS-enabled) hydrogen. Johnson Matthey
(Canadian Biogas Association) Nominations for the 2025 Canadian Biogas Industry Awards are open from November 4, 2024, to January 15, 2025. The Canadian Biogas Association launched the Awards to recognize accomplishments of organizations and individuals in the biogas & RNG
The 2025 Value of Biogas East will be back in Toronto this Spring! 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
(Ecogas) First Renewables, in partnership with Ecogas confirmed today that the First Renewables biogas upgrade facility, located at the Ecogas Reporoa Organics Processing Facility is now in production. James Irvine, General Manager of Future Fuels at Clarus hailed this as a historic
(Wärtsilä Corporation) Wärtsilä Gas Solutions, part of technology group Wärtsilä, will supply Nordic energy company Gasum with biogas upgrading and liquefaction solutions for their new bioLNG plant. The plant will produce high-quality bioLNG from agricultural and organic household waste. The order was booked
(Bioenergy Insight) Bioenergy Insight caught up with Giulia Cancian, secretary general of the European Biogas Association (EBA) at this year’s European Biogas Conference. “This year, we’re talking about the transition towards net-zero, but we are putting a big focus on resilience,” said Cancian,
(HYCO1/PR Newswire) HYCO1, Inc. announces it has achieved a key milestone in commercializing its breakthrough CO2 conversion technology, already surpassing 1,500 hours of continuous steady-state operation in its first commercial CUBE™ Syngas system (CUBE™ stands for Carbon Utilization. Best Efficiency). The revolutionary HYCO1
by Ron Kotrba (Biobased Diesel Daily) Cepsa announced Oct. 30 its name change to Moeve, marking what the company called a historic milestone in its transformation. This change, according to the company, positions Moeve as a leader in the European energy transition
(European Biogas Association) Whilst the EU competitiveness is at stake, the transition towards sustainable energy and the defossilisation of the EU economy remain of utmost importance. The biogases sector can provide already a competitive and sustainable alternative, but the many benefits of biogases need to be acknowledged
(Bioenergy International) The use of certificates will be critical to meet the increasing sustainable biomethane aka renewable natural gas (RNG) demand from the private sector, support the economics of new production capacities, and ultimately contribute to climate change mitigation efforts. A
(Bioenergy Insight) The European Commission has concluded that two Swedish tax exemption schemes for non-food-based biogas and bio-propane used for heating or as motor fuel are in line with EU State aid rules. In June 2020, the Commission had approved the schemes
(TotalEnergies/PR Newswire) TotalEnergies announces today that it has broken ground on the Oakmulgee Dairy Farm renewable natural gas (RNG) project in Amelia Court House, Virginia, with its joint venture partner Vanguard Renewables, a portfolio company of Global Infrastructure Partners (GIP), a part
(The Indian Express) The Cabinet Minister added that four projects with a total capacity of 85 tonne per day (TPD) of CBG are currently operational. -- Punjab is all set to emerge as a national leader in biofuel production, with the state
(Manifold Times) Big test for LNG as a marine fuel will be how quickly production of its alternatives can be scaled up, and how quickly shipowners are willing to pay extra cost for these lower-carbon fuels, says Mustafa El Zein. -- Global
(Greenlane) Greenlane Renewables Inc. (“Greenlane” or the “Company”) (TSX: GRN / FSE: 52G) today (October 7, 2024) announced that its wholly-owned subsidiary Airdep S.r.l. (“Airdep”) has expanded its sales into the South American market, specifically in Brazil, with a first customer
(GrowTEC/Business Wire) EverGen Infrastructure Corp. (“EverGen” or the “Company”) (TSXV: EVGN) (OTCQX: EVGIF), is pleased to announce that Grow the Energy Circle Ltd. (GrowTEC), an operating farm scale biogas facility, has received up to $2-million from Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC) to
by Alexandra Arndt (Digester Doc/Biomass Magazine) Scientific advances of the past decade are ushering anaerobic digestion (AD) into a new era in which the technology can deliver more than just biogas, unlocking unprecedented efficiencies in clean energy production, revolutionizing environmental impact
(Coalition for Renewable Natural Gas/Biomass Magazine) The Coalition for Renewable Natural Gas (RNG Coalition) announces a major milestone in the growth of the renewable natural gas industry, with 433 facilities now operational across North America. This achievement represents a significant leap
(Economic Times Energy World) The agreement was signed by Santanu Gupta, Executive Director (Alternative Energy), IndianOil, and Mahesh Girdhar, MD & CEO of EverEnviro, in the presence of senior officials from both organizations. The joint venture will work towards setting up