by Lisa Gibson (Ethanol Producer Magazine) Noble County, Indiana, has 475,000 bone-dry tons of corn stover available annually within a 75-mile radius of the town of Ligonier, as well as ample infrastructure for a biomass processing plant. These and other factors
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Back TO HOMESAFFiRE Renewables: About to Stack Up
by Luke Geiver (Ethanol Producer Magazine) While still not off the ground, the SAFFiRE Renewables pilot plant in Liberal, Kansas, continues to taxi toward construction with the right partners, technology and market conditions for the build to take off. Acquired by Conestoga
November 13, 2026 Read Full Article
Women in Biogas Survey Results Report 2026
(World Biogas Association) The World Biogas Association’s (WBA) Women in Biogas Survey Results report 2026 provides an updated assessment of gender representation, workplace practices, and career progression opportunities across the global biogas sector. Women remain relatively underrepresented across the sector, accounting for
November 13, 2026 Read Full Article
Continental Refining Company Provides Operations Update and Announces Biodiesel Expansion
(Continental Refining Company/Biodiesel Magazine) Continental Refining Company will keep its soybean processing plant idled for the season as it evaluates options to repair and restart the facility following a July fire. Meanwhile, CRC's biodiesel production and fuel terminal operations continue without
November 13, 2026 Read Full Article
Rewriting the RFS Playbook: The Coming Battle Over the 2027 Biomass-Based Diesel RVOs
by Todd Hubbs and Scott Irwin (farmdoc daily) The battle over the 2027 Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS) volumes has begun. Earlier this week, Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry and Alabama Governor Kay Ivey asked EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin for a partial waiver of
November 13, 2026 Read Full Article
Energiepark Bad Lauchstädt Produces Green Hydrogen for the First Time
(Uniper) 30-megawatt electrolysis reaches important milestone – full commissioning scheduled for completion by 2027. ... At the Energiepark Bad Lauchstädt, Green Hydrogen has been produced in the 30-megawatt electrolysis plant for the first time. The electrolysis plant, jointly operated by Uniper and
November 13, 2026 Read Full Article
Integrated Simultaneous Fermentation–Pervaporation for Intensified Bioethanol Production and Recovery in a Corn Stover Cascade Biorefinery
by H. Candela, A. E. Illera, P. Barea & M. T. Sanz (Bioresources and Bioprocessing) Corn stover was valorized through an integrated cascade biorefinery combining subcritical water pretreatment, enzymatic hydrolysis, alcoholic fermentation, and pervaporation for intensified bioethanol production and recovery. Subcritical water
November 13, 2026 Read Full Article
Ohio Soybean Association Applauds New Biofuels Tax Credit Bill
(Ohio Soybean Association) Early last week, Representatives Bob Peterson (R-Sabina) and Roy Klopfenstein (R-Haviland), officially introduced the House Bill 1036. The bill aims to bring biomass-based diesel production back to the Buckeye State using a production tax credit. The Ohio Soybean
November 13, 2026 Read Full Article
Fonterra to Close Its Last Ethanol Plant
by Karanama Ruru (Stuff) Fonterra has confirmed it will close its last ethanol plant, but has not said when this will happen. The Reporoa ethanol plant, owned by Fonterra subsidiary Lactanol, is the last ethanol processing plant owned by the co-operative, after the
November 13, 2026 Read Full Article
The Digest’s 2026 Multi-Slide Guide to XCF Global
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) XCF Global presents its business strategy as an integrated clean energy producer built for market adaptability. Anchored by its operating New Rise Reno facility—which currently produces renewable diesel with planned expansion into sustainable aviation fuel—XCF employs
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Topsoe and Sasol Selected for e-SAF Project in Sweden
(Topsoe) • Alby PtX has selected Topsoe and Sasol as technology licensors for its planned e-SAF plant in Alby, Sweden, which is designed to produce approximately 66,000 metric tons of synthetic sustainable aviation fuel annually (e-SAF). Topsoe will provide its eREACT™ and
November 13, 2026 Read Full Article
What BC’s Conservative Win Means (and Doesn’t) for Fuel Markets
by Kendra Seymour (Stillwater Associates) On Saturday, October 24, 2026, British Columbia (BC) did something it hadn’t done since 1928: it elected a Conservative government. The election was a snap call by New Democratic Party (NDP) Premier David Eby, two years
November 12, 2026 Read Full Article
Chevron Decision to Restart Iowa Biodiesel Facility Displays Power of Robust Renewable Fuel Standard Blending Levels
(Iowa Renewable Fuels Association) Restart expected to create jobs in rural Iowa, expand markets for Iowa-grown soybeans, and underscore the importance of a strong RFS The Iowa Renewable Fuels Association (IRFA) welcomed today’s announcement that Chevron will restart its biodiesel production facility
November 12, 2026 Read Full Article
IRFA Highlights Importance of Access to Carbon Capture for Ethanol Producers, Farmers in Summit IUC Docket
(Iowa Renewable Fuels Association/Ethanol Producer Magazine) On Nov. 6, the Iowa Renewable Fuels Association and Iowa Corn Growers Association submitted written comments to the Iowa Utilities Commission (IUC), highlighting the widening competitive gap between ethanol producers with access to carbon capture,
November 12, 2026 Read Full Article
Greenjoules Raises ₹150 Crore in Series B Round to Expand Renewable Fuels
by Peerzada Abrar (Business Standard) Amazon's Smbhav Venture Fund and Climate Pledge Fund co-lead funding round; ₹100 crore government loan to support Pune plant producing 200,000 litres of biocrude daily from farm waste Greenjoules Private Limited, an Indian renewable fuels company, has raised
November 12, 2026 Read Full Article
US Ethanol Readily Available to Fuel the World's Methanol-Capable Fleet, Study Finds
(Global Center for Green Fuels) Study published by MEMA, a platform of the Global Centre for Green Fuels, finds ethanol can use existing methanol engines and bunkering infrastructure; US well-positioned to support maritime biofuel demand, with around 2 billion gallons a year
November 12, 2026 Read Full Article
CIMC Enric, together with Sinopec and COSCO Shipping Gas Supply, provided green armor for the world's largest methanol dual-fuel container ship.
(China Energy News Co., Ltd. Official Baijiahao Account (Google translation)) Recently, the world's largest methanol dual-fuel container ship, the OOCL GRACE, successfully completed the bunkering of 983 tons of bonded green methanol at Yantian Port in Shenzhen, marking the start of
November 12, 2026 Read Full Article
Asahi Kasei, Circularise, and Furuya Metal Launch Demonstration Project for Precious Metal Traceability in Chlor-Alkali Electrolysis Electrodes
(Asahi Kasei) Asahi Kasei, Dutch software and blockchain company Circularise, and Furuya Metal have launched a joint demonstration project to establish traceability for precious metals used in chlor-alkali electrolysis electrodes and evaluate the issuance of Digital Product Passports (DPPs). The initiative
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Jeonbuk National University Study Reveals Path to Carbon-Negative Hydrogen Production
(Jeonbuk National University/PR Newswire) Life cycle analysis shows that generating electricity on-site can improve the climate benefits of hydrogen production with carbon capture and storage Hydrogen could help industries reduce their dependence on fossil fuels, but its environmental benefits depend largely on
November 11, 2026 Read Full Article
Georgii Geletukha on the Prospects for Growing Energy Crops in Ukraine
(UABIO) For 25 years, Europe tried to turn energy crops into a business and failed. But new EU rules are opening up four niches where Ukraine has a strong chance of success. In a new article for Ekonomichna Pravda, UABIO Chairman of
November 11, 2026 Read Full Article
Renewables 2026 -- Renewable Transport
(International Energy Agency) Renewable energy use in transport increases 60% as demand for electric vehicles and liquid biofuels expands Renewable energy consumption in transport is forecast to increase from 5.5 EJ in 2025 to nearly 9 EJ in 2031, covering 6% of
November 11, 2026 Read Full Article
Técnicas Reunidas Awarded the Engineering Contract for a Sustainable Synthetic Aviation Fuel Plant in Sweden
(Técnicas Reunidas) Alby PtX awards Técnicas Reunidas the engineering contract for a sustainable synthetic aviation fuel plant in Sweden. This is the first contract the Spanish company has secured in this Scandinavian country The industrial scale plant developed by Alby PtX will produce
November 11, 2026 Read Full Article
XCF Global Hosts USDA at New Rise Renewables Reno as Facility Surpasses 4.4 Million Gallons Since Restart
(XCF Global/Access Newswire) Visit highlights operational progress at the Reno facility and XCF Global's continued focus on expanding domestic renewable fuel production -- XCF Global, Inc. (NASDAQ:SAFX) ("XCF" or the "Company"), a U.S.-based producer of renewable diesel and sustainable aviation fuel, today
November 11, 2026 Read Full Article
Thailand’s 2026 Biodiesel Production and Consumption Forecast to Increase by 22%
(Oils & Fats International) Biodiesel production and consumption in Thailand is expected to increase by 22% in 2026 compared to the previous year due to a higher blending rate and government subsidies, according to a US Department of Agriculture (USDA) report. Following
November 11, 2026 Read Full Article
Climbing Death Hill: Aemetis and the Third Leg of the Bioeconomy Triathlon
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) ... Aemetis, founded in 2006 by Eric McAfee, made a foundational decision that separated it from many of the high-flying cellulosic dreamers of the George W. Bush era. While competitors were spending hundreds of millions building
November 11, 2026 Read Full Article
Industry Exec Calls New Iowa Congressional Delegation Ethanol Supporters
by Mike Peterson and Radio O. Kay Henderson (Radio Iowa) Iowa Renewable Fuels Association executive director Monte Shaw says he does not expect a shift in support for Iowa’s ethanol industry when Democrats become the majority in Iowa’s congressional delegation next year. Iowa
November 10, 2026 Read Full Article
ADM Raises Expectations for 45Z Net Benefit to $350 Million for 2026
by Erin Krueger (Ethanol Producer Magazine) Archer Daniels Midland Co. on Nov. 3 announced improved third quarter earnings for its carbohydrate solutions business segment on strong ethanol margins, including policy incentives. The company raised its net benefit expectations from the 45Z
November 10, 2026 Read Full Article
Phillips 66 Launches New Environmental Attributes Portal
(Phillips 66/Biomass Magazine) Phillips 66, one of the largest refiners in the United States and a leading supplier of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF), jet fuel, aviation gasoline (avgas) and aviation lubricants, on Nov. 9 announced the launch of the Phillips 66
November 10, 2026 Read Full Article
The Digest’s 2026 Multi-Slide Guide to USDA Bioenergy & SAF Policy Programs
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) Presented by Chris Cassidy of USDA Rural Development at the Cascadia Sustainable Aviation Accelerator, this presentation details federal support for sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) and bioenergy. It outlines interagency coordination across federal departments and highlights Cascadia’s
November 10, 2026 Read Full Article
Regenerative Ag ROI: What a Farmer, a Strategist and a Scientist Say
by Margy Eckelkamp (AgWeb) After 30 years of no-till, Matt Moreland says regenerative ag pays through smarter inputs, fewer repairs and steadier yields. Lenders and scientists weigh in on what comes next. For Oklahoma farmer Matt Moreland, the work that goes into
November 10, 2026 Read Full Article
CAAS Sets out Criteria for SAF to Be Procured, Uplifted on Flights from Singapore
( Civil Aviation Authority of Singapore/Biobased Diesel Daily) The Civil Aviation Authority of Singapore announced Nov. 5 that it has set out the sustainability and procurement criteria for the sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) that Singapore will buy using proceeds from SAF levy
November 10, 2026 Read Full Article
Production of Biobased Chemicals from Rapeseed Methyl Esters Begins in Germany
(Verbio/Biobased Diesel Daily) Verbio entered the large-scale production of biobased chemicals in October with an investment of nearly 100-million euros. The company officially commissioned in October what Verbio said is the world’s first large-scale ethenolysis plant based on rapeseed methyl ester at
November 09, 2026 Read Full Article
$27 Million Now Available to Advance Innovative Alternative Fuel Solutions in New York Application DEADLINE December 31, 2029 or until all funds are committed
(Office of the Governor, New York State) $27 Million Now Available To Advance Innovative Alternative Fuel Solutions In New York; Nearly $10 Million Awarded by NYSERDA to Five Projects to Develop, Pilot, and Enhance the Safety of Alternative Fuel Technologies Governor Hochul announced
November 09, 2026 Read Full Article
Corn Ethanol Expands, but Sustainability Remains a Challenge
by Mario Camera (Globo Rural — São Paulo/Valor International) The expansion of corn ethanol has brought environmental and social concerns. In Europe, the “food or fuel” movement questions the use of land to produce biofuel—including encroachment on forested areas—while in Brazil there
November 09, 2026 Read Full Article
Farley Biodiesel Plant Reaches 500 Million Gallons
(Iowa's News Now) the Iowa Biodiesel Board says a biodiesel plant in Farley has produced its 500 millionth gallon since opening in 2007. Western Dubuque Biodiesel reached the milestone in October. The plant has 23 direct employees and 19 contract drivers and can
November 09, 2026 Read Full Article
Bangchak Group and Muang Thai Life Assurance CEOs Join Forces on “Fry to Fly & No Refry” Turning Used Cooking Oil into SAF for a Sustainable Society, a Healthier Environment and Better Health
(Bangchak Group) Bangchak Group and Muang Thai Life Assurance Public Company Limited have joined forces under the “Fry to Fly & No Refry” initiative to encourage employees, businesses and organisations in Muang Thai Life Assurance’s network to properly store and collect
November 09, 2026 Read Full Article
Nearly 70 Million Tons of Food Waste Could Be a Major Source of Renewable Energy, New Research Finds
(American Biogas Council) 404 U.S. facilities turn food waste into biogas for renewable energy today. Capturing energy from more discarded food could meet the energy needs of 1.5 million additional households. WASHINGTON – November 5, 2026 – As Americans prepare Thanksgiving meals,
November 09, 2026 Read Full Article
Renewable Refinery Capacity to Triple by 2030 as Alternative Fuels Demand Grows, Says GlobalData
by Shankar Besta (GlobalData) Alternative fuels are becoming central to the transition toward clean energy as governments, companies, and end users seek lower-carbon alternatives to petroleum fuels. Supported by their growing prominence in the energy transition, global renewable refinery production capacity
November 09, 2026 Read Full Article
DCL International Partners with TECO Corporation on Green Hydrogen Technology
(Canadian Manufacturing) ... DCL International Inc. has secured up to $400,000 in funding from the National Research Council of Canada Industrial Research Assistance Program (NRC IRAP) for a one-year research project with Taiwan's TECO Electric and Machinery Co., Ltd. aimed
November 09, 2026 Read Full Article
The Digest’s 2026 Multi-Slide Guide to Pacific Northwest SAF Policy and Incentives
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) This policy overview by Carlyle and EarthFinance delivers recommendations to accelerate Sustainable Aviation Fuel adoption across Washington, Oregon, and British Columbia. It advocates reforming Washington’s Climate Commitment Act to grant refiners compliance offsets for lifecycle SAF
November 09, 2026 Read Full Article
Advanced Biofuels USA Publishes Updated Educational Package with Video about Renewable Fuels: What? How? Why?, Transcript with Links to Sources and Discussion Guide
by Joanne Ivancic (Advanced Biofuels USA) Most people don’t know much about renewable fuels, so today (November 9, 2026) Advanced Biofuels USA has launched a video series that summarizes what renewable fuels are, how they are made and why they
November 08, 2026 Read Full Article
Uganda Boosts Energy Security as UDC, Bukona Commission Ethanol Blending Plant in Tororo
by Kenneth Kazibwe (Nile Post) The Uganda Development Corporation (UDC) and Bukona Agro-Processors Limited have commissioned an ethanol-petrol blending plant in Malaba, Tororo District, in a development expected to expand markets for locally produced agricultural raw materials, strengthen Uganda's energy security
November 07, 2026 Read Full Article
Renewable Diesel Driving Canada’s Biofuels Growth
by Susan Reidy (World Grain) Canadian biofuel production is expanding, with renewable diesel driving the growth, according to a report by Farm Credit Canada (FCC). Canada’s first commercial renewable diesel facility opened in 2023, followed by additional plants in 2024 and 2025.
November 07, 2026 Read Full Article
Governor Ferguson Announces New Tax Credit to Accelerate Washington’s Emerging Sustainable Aviation Fuel Industry, Reduce Pollution
(Office of the Governor of Washington) Washington’s sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) industry has unlocked a new tax credit that will attract investment and meet growing demand for locally produced jet fuel, Governor Bob Ferguson announced today. Aviation is widely considered to be
November 07, 2026 Read Full Article
Malaysia Postpones 1% Sustainable Aviation Fuel Mandate until 2030
by Meghan Sapp (Biofuels Digest) In Malaysia, Bernama news agency reports Malaysia has officially deferred its planned 1% sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) blending mandate for international flights departing Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) from January 2027 to 2030. Plantation and Commodities
November 06, 2026 Read Full Article
Cenovus to Halt Lloydminster Ethanol Production after 20 Years
(battlefordsNOW) Cenovus Energy will halt operations Dec. 15 at its Lloydminster ethanol plant, which has bought about 350,000 tonnes of grain a year from farmers. The company said in a written statement that the decision follows an economic review. “We are working to
November 06, 2026 Read Full Article
The Biofuel Enzymes Market Is Experiencing Rapid Growth and Is Projected to Reach $2.76 Billion by 2030
(Business Reserch Company/EIN Presswire) The Business Research Company's The Biofuel Enzymes Market is Experiencing Rapid Growth and is Projected to Reach $2.76 Billion by 2030 -- Expected to grow to $2.76 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of
November 05, 2026 Read Full Article
Equisera and VertomCory to Explore UK Bio-Methanol Supply for Shipping
(Equisera) Equisera is delighted to announce that it is working with VertomCory, the global maritime services group, to explore bio-methanol supply for the shipping sector, with a focus on making low-carbon marine fuel in Britain from UK biogenic waste. Why bio-methanol Shipping is
November 05, 2026 Read Full Article
Greenlane Renewables Announces Renewal of Service Agreements with Major International Energy Company
(Greenlane Renewables) Renewals reinforce strength of Greenlane’s long-standing customer relationship and aftermarket parts and service business ~ Greenlane Renewables Inc. (“Greenlane” or the “Company”) (TSX: GRN / FSE: 52G) today (October 28, 2026) announced the renewal of service agreements with a
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Biomethane Mechanism: First Matching Round to Connect Buyers and Suppliers
(European Commission) The European Commission is launching the first matching round under the Biomethane Mechanism to bring potential buyers and suppliers of biomethane together across Europe. This marks an important step in supporting the scale-up of biomethane production. The launch is
November 05, 2026 Read Full Article
The Digest’s 2026 Multi-Slide Guide to Aequor’s Anti-Biofilm Biofuel Optimization
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) Authored by Dr. Marilyn Bruno, this slide deck addresses the severe financial and carbon impacts of biofilm contamination across the biofuel supply chain. Microscopic fouling causes dry-matter loss during feedstock storage, fermentation yield decreases, and heat-exchanger
November 05, 2026 Read Full Article
Greenfield Global and European Energy Sign Joint Venture to Establish a Platform for Large-Scale e-Methanol Production in Québec, Canada
(Greenfield Global) Agreement between Greenfield Global and European Energy establishes a joint platform for e-fuels development in Québec, combining Greenfield’s industrial infrastructure and biogenic CO₂ resources with European Energy’s proven renewable energy and Power-to-X expertise. - The planned facility will have an
November 05, 2026 Read Full Article
First-of-Its Kind RNG Project Advances in Maryland
(Wicomico County, MD/Biomass Magazine) Wicomico County Executive Julie Giordano is pleased to announce continued progress on a groundbreaking renewable natural gas (RNG) project at the Newland Park Landfill in Salisbury, Maryland. This initiative represents another major step toward modernizing county infrastructure,
November 05, 2026 Read Full Article
Marathon Reports Profitable Q3 for Renewable Diesel Segment
by Erin Krueger (Biomass Magazine) Marathon Petroleum Corp. on Nov. 3 reported significantly higher third quarter earnings for its renewable diesel segment. Renewable diesel production volumes were up approximately 1% when compared to the third quarter of last year. Marathon currently operates
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Phillips 66 Reports Profitable Q3 for Renewable Fuel Segment
by Erin Krueger (Biomass Magazine) Phillips 66 on Oct. 28 reported a profitable third quarter for its renewable diesel segment, with production averaging 47,000 barrels per day. Production and earnings were up significantly when compared to the same period of last
November 04, 2026 Read Full Article
HF Sinclair Reports Increased Renewable Fuel Sales for Q3
by Erin Krueger (Biomass Magazine) HF Sinclar on Oct. 28 released third quarter results, reporting a profitable three-month period for its renewables segment on increased sales volumes, higher renewable identification number (RIN) prices, and higher 45Z clean fuel production credit benefits. HF
November 04, 2026 Read Full Article
PBF Energy Reports Increased Renewable Diesel Production for Q3
by Erin Krueger (Biomass Magazine) PBF Energy Inc. on Oct. 29 announced the St. Bernard Renewables (SBR) facility produced approximately 19,156 barrels per day of renewable diesel during the third quarter of 2026, up when compared to both the previous quarter
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Imperial Reports Record High Renewable Diesel Production for Q3
by Erin Krueger (Biomass Magazine) Imperial Oil Ltd. on Oct. 30 announced the renewable diesel facility at its Strathcona refinery achieved record-high canola oil throughput during the third quarter while delivering strong financial performance. Imperial in mid-2021 announced plans to construct a
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Neste Reports Record High Renewable Product Sales Volumes for Q3
by Erin Kueger (Biomass Magazine) Neste on Oct. 29 announced renewable product sales volumes reached a record 1.29 million metric tons during the third quarter. Total renewable fuel production was up 20%, with renewable diesel production up 34% and sustainable aviation
November 04, 2026 Read Full Article
Global Hydrogen Analysis in Partnership with HydrogenCalc
(OPIS) Global hydrogen market intelligence that equips businesses with the insight to understand today’s markets, assess hydrogen’s role in the energy transition, and identify the trends shaping future energy opportunity. What is global hydrogen market intelligence? It is a data- and insight-driven
November 04, 2026 Read Full Article
Carbon Credits Are Booming — When Paper Money Is as Good as Gold
by Anindita Mukhopadhyay (The Biofuels Insider) Recent announcements highlight the growing commercial role of carbon removal across bioenergy: producers are securing credit sales, signing multiyear offtakes and using contracted carbon revenues to support infrastructure financing. These developments strengthen the case for business models
November 04, 2026 Read Full Article
Growing Clean Fuel Demand Highlights Opportunity to Strengthen Canada’s Domestic Fuel Supply: Biofuels in Canada 2026 Report
(Advanced Biofuels Canada/Canadian Biomass) Navius Research says clean fuel use rose 6% in 2025, avoiding a record 14.2 Mt of emissions; policy changes can lift domestic share above one-third nationally. Biofuel use in Canada expanded 6 per cent in 2025, reducing average
November 04, 2026 Read Full Article
Ogun-Osun River Basin, NNPC Biofuels Sign MoU for €256m Bioethanol Plant
by Taiwo Bankole (Punch) The Ogun-Osun River Basin Development Authority and 3D NNPC Biofuels Limited have signed a Memorandum of Understanding for the establishment of a €256m bioethanol plant in the Itokin area of Lagos State and the cultivation of cassava on
November 04, 2026 Read Full Article
Black Gold Equity Backs $3B Woody Biomass SAF Biorefinery
by Violet George (Carbon Herald) • Northwest Advanced Bio-Fuels (NWABF) has executed a financing partnership with private equity platform Black Gold Equity Partners to advance development of a $3 billion sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) biorefinery in Longview, Washington. The facility will utilize
November 04, 2026 Read Full Article
The Digest’s 2026 Multi-Slide Guide to MicroBio Engineering’s Wet Waste Biorefining
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) Presented by Dr. John Benemann, this deck outlines MicroBio Engineering’s technology roadmap for converting wet waste feedstocks into sustainable biofuels and bioproducts. The strategy highlights two main processing pathways: cultivating microalgae using wastewater nutrients and captured
November 04, 2026 Read Full Article
RFA Supports EPA Reallocation Proposal, Calls for Reform of SRE Program
(Renewable Fuels Association) At a hearing today held by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, the Renewable Fuels Association endorsed EPA’s proposed reallocation plan to restore renewable fuel volumes lost to recent small refinery exemptions. RFA also continued its call for wholesale
November 04, 2026 Read Full Article
The Andersons Buys Low-Carbon Ethanol Maker Harvestone for $915M
(Dealroom) What's the deal? The Andersons has agreed to acquire Harvestone Low Carbon Partners (HLCP) from private equity firm Energy Capital Partners for $915 million. HLCP runs three ethanol plants — two in North Dakota and one in Indiana — and
November 04, 2026 Read Full Article
2027 Canadian Biogas Industry Awards Nominations DEADLINE January 15, 2027
(Canadian Biogas Association) Nominations for the 2027 Canadian Biogas Industry Awards are open from November 2, 2026, to January 15, 2027. The Canadian Biogas Association launched the Awards to recognize accomplishments of organizations and individuals in the biogas & RNG
November 03, 2026 Read Full Article
Gadkari Calls for Agricultural Diversification towards Biofuels to Reduce India's Energy Import Bill
by Vuukle (ANI/The Tribune) New Delhi [India], November 2 (ANI): Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari on Monday called for greater diversification of agriculture towards the energy and power sectors, saying India needs to expand the use of
November 03, 2026 Read Full Article
PSU Oil Firms Float Tender to Buy 150 mn Litres of Biodiesel at ₹88/Litre Bids DEADLINE November 7, 2026
(Economic Times Energy World) Supplies will be sourced from used cooking oil and other feedstocks, enhancing the domestic biodiesel market, vendors must meet strict quality and delivery requirements throughout the procurement phase. READ MORE
November 03, 2026 Read Full Article
Opinion: Sugarcane Ethanol Can Ease South Africa's Fuel Bill, but Govt Must Work Together
by Thomas Funke (SA Cane Growers/Creamer Media's Engineering News) ... (D)iversification into biofuels could help secure the long-term sustainability of sugarcane growers in South Africa, while lowering fuel costs, but a coordinated government programme is needed. With petrol now costing more
November 03, 2026 Read Full Article
From Fryer to Flyer: Converting Used Cooking Oil into Sustainable Aviation Fuel
(Restaurant Technologies, Inc.) Industry-leading collaboration between Phillips 66 and Restaurant Technologies highlights work across the value chain to scale lower-carbon fuels -- Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) starts in a place most people never expect: the deep fryer. Phillips 66 and Restaurant Technologies, Inc.
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UCLA Engineers Launch Pilot Project to Turn Campus Waste into Hydrogen Fuel
(UCLA Samueli School of Engineering) The collaboration with climate tech company Mote will help advance the university’s sustainability goals -- UCLA Samueli School of Engineering researchers are collaborating with industry partner Mote to transform biomass waste on campus into hydrogen fuel while
November 03, 2026 Read Full Article
The Digest’s 2026 Multi-Slide Guide to Amyris’s Smart Manufacturing and Process Discipline
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) This presentation details Amyris’s operational transition toward industrial reliability and precision fermentation excellence at its Barra Bonita facility in São Paulo, Brazil. Following its corporate restructuring, Amyris pivoted from brand ownership toward manufacturing efficiency. Leveraging direct
November 03, 2026 Read Full Article
4 Actions to Take before Chasing a 45Z Premium
by John Duff (Kansas Farmer/Farm Progress) Sorghum Focus: Field maps, fertilizer logs, scale tickets — start here to earn Section 45Z clean fuel production tax credits. Remember, the clean fuel production tax credit belongs to the ethanol plant, not to the farmer
November 03, 2026 Read Full Article
California’s Sustainability Rules Put a New Focus On Ethanol Feedstocks
by Danielle Anderson and Kari Buttenhoff (Christianson CPAs and Consultants/Ethanol Producer Magazine) California tightened its rules on the grain used to produce renewable fuel. Under last year’s finalized Low Carbon Fuel Standard (LCFS) amendments, ethanol producers must now document where their
November 03, 2026 Read Full Article
Denali Reports 70% Average Increase in Food Diversion at Stores Adopting Depackaging Technology
(Denali) Denali, the nation’s largest recycler of food and organics, reports that grocery stores transitioning from manual food separation to its depackaging technology increased the volume of food diverted from landfill disposal to recycling by an average of 70%, according to
November 03, 2026 Read Full Article
Job Hopes for Ruapehu as Former Mill Site Draws Bio-Fuel and Data Proposals
by Moana Ellis (Scoop) Ruapehu Mayor Weston Kirton is welcoming the prospect of significant investment and new jobs following two separate proposals for development at a former Karioi mill site. A biofuel production facility and a data centre campus have been proposed
November 02, 2026 Read Full Article
Renewable Refinery Capacity to Triple by 2030 as Alternative Fuels Demand Grows, Says GlobalData
by Shankar Besta (Global Data) Alternative fuels are becoming central to the transition toward clean energy as governments, companies, and end users seek lower-carbon alternatives to petroleum fuels. Supported by their growing prominence in the energy transition, global renewable refinery production
November 02, 2026 Read Full Article
Shell Signs Long-Term SAF Offtake Agreement with Green Sky Manara
(Shell Aviation/Biobased Diesel Daily) Shell Aviation announced on social media Nov. 2 that it has signed a long-term offtake agreement for sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) with Green Sky Manara LLC, a subsidiary of Green Sky Capital, linked to a planned hydrotreated
November 02, 2026 Read Full Article
Tidewater Midstream and Tidewater Renewables to Combine, Creating a Single Integrated Energy Infrastructure and Low-Carbon Fuels Company
(Tidewater Midstream and Infrastructure /PR Newswire) Summary of Transaction: Minority shareholders of Tidewater Renewables will receive 0.88 common shares of Tidewater Midstream for each common share of Tidewater Renewables held; Supported by holders of approximately 38% of the Tidewater Renewables Shares eligible
November 02, 2026 Read Full Article
Texas GOP Congressional Members Threaten to Derail Farm Bill Talks over Ethanol Provision
by James Osborne (Houston Chronicle) A group of 15 Texas Republican U.S. House members is threatening to derail negotiations over the more than $1 trillion farm bill by fighting a provision pushed by Midwestern senators that the group says would hurt
November 02, 2026 Read Full Article
Singapore to Start Receiving and Using Green Ammonia, Hydrogen in 2026
(The Straits Times/Fuel Cells Works) The Republic will soon be able to further decarbonise its power supply by incorporating energy sources such as green ammonia and hydrogen. From 2026, town gas in residential and commercial pipelines in Singapore – currently a mix
November 02, 2026 Read Full Article
Sibley East High School Tours Heartland Corn Products
(Minnesota Bio-Fuels Association) Fifteen students from Sibley East High School toured Heartland Corn Products earlier today (October 20, 2026) to learn about Minnesota's ethanol industry. During the tour, the students learned about the various different stages of ethanol production such as incoming
October 30, 2026 Read Full Article
Highwater Ethanol Hosts Wabasso High School Students
(Minnesota Bio-Fuels Association) Seven students from Wabasso High School’s Crop Science class toured Highwater Ethanol in Lamberton earlier today to get a better understanding of the ethanol production process and Minnesota’s ethanol industry. The students, from grades 10 to 12, toured the
October 30, 2026 Read Full Article
UFOP Welcomes Germany’s Decision to Amend Biomass, Biofuel Regulation as Effective Step toward Preventing Fraud
(UFOP/Biobased Diesel Daily) The Union for the Promotion of Oil and Protein Crops (UFOP) welcomed a decision Oct. 28 by the German Federal Cabinet on the “Regulation implementing Directive (EU) 2023/2413 regarding requirements for the sustainable production of biomass for electricity
October 30, 2026 Read Full Article
Climate Protection in Focus of Biofuel Policy: UFOP Publishes Status Report “Biodiesel & Co. 2025/2026”
(Union for the Promotion of Oil and Protein Plants ( UFOP )) -- With the 17th edition of its status report “Biodiesel & Co. 2025/2026”, the Union for the Promotion of Oil and Protein Plants ( UFOP ) continues its annual
October 30, 2026 Read Full Article
Polish Biomethane Gains New Momentum. Enea and the National Food Group Enter into Strategic Cooperation.
(Enea Group) The Enea Group and KGS are planning to jointly develop biomethane projects. Combining the raw material resources of the National Food Group with Enea's energy expertise will create the foundation for biomethane production at Polish sugar refineries. A framework
October 30, 2026 Read Full Article
Greenfield Global and European Energy Sign Joint Venture to Establish a Platform for Large-Scale e-Methanol Production in Québec, Canada
(European Energy) Agreement between Greenfield Global and European Energy establishes a joint platform for e-fuels development in Québec, combining Greenfield’s industrial infrastructure and biogenic CO₂ resources with European Energy’s proven renewable energy and Power-to-X expertise. – The planned facility will have an
October 30, 2026 Read Full Article
Commission Launches High-Level Dialogue with the European Refining Sector
(European Commission) The European Commission launched today the first High-Level Dialogue with the European refining industry to discuss how to strengthen Europe’s energy security, defence readiness and industrial competitiveness in a rapidly changing geopolitical environment. ... Participants exchanged views on the main pressures
October 30, 2026 Read Full Article
The Digest’s 2026 Multi-Slide Guide to Mercurius Biorefining
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) Mercurius Biorefining tackles impending HEFA feedstock constraints by converting cheap, abundant lignocellulosic biomass into drop-in renewable fuels. Its patented REACH™ technology couples low-temperature acid hydrolysis with catalytic condensation and hydrotreating, completely bypassing costly fermentation enzymes and
October 30, 2026 Read Full Article
Beyond the Zombie Trap: CapLess Opens Its Winter 2026–27 Cohort
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) ... Behind the Halloween satire lies a serious challenge for first-of-a-kind industrial projects: technical progress does not automatically translate into financeability. Lenders must evaluate far more than whether a technology works. They must consider construction risk, feedstock
October 30, 2026 Read Full Article
We Warned You: Argentine Soybean Oil Ss Rising against the Trend in the US Thanks to Incentives to Produce Biodiesel Instead of Importing Diesel at Stratospheric Prices.
(Soybean Value/Bichos de Campo (Google translation)) The debacle caused by the Russian-Ukrainian conflict, which promoted a gigantic increase in the international price of diesel, significantly improved the competitiveness of soybean oil in the Argentine market ( as Bichos de Campo had
October 29, 2026 Read Full Article
Singapore Looking into Wider Adoption of Biofuels, Bioresources to Hit Net-Zero Emissions Target
(Straits Times/EDB.gov) To reach net-zero carbon emissions by 2050, the Republic is studying the potential for wider adoption of biofuels and sustainable bioresources in carbon-intensive sectors such as electricity generation, transport and heavy industry. The Ministry of Trade and Industry (MTI) and
October 29, 2026 Read Full Article
How Fall Fertilizer Affects 45Z Plans: What Farmers Need to Know About 45Z Before Applying Fall Fertilizer
by Chris Clayton (DTN Progressive Farmer) Before you jump into your fertilizer applications or tillage this fall, take a look to see if your local biofuel plants are planning to offer premiums for low-carbon grain next year. Farmers preparing to apply fall
October 29, 2026 Read Full Article
Iowa Governor Candidates Oppose Eminent Domain for Private Use
by Nik Wilson (KCAU9) The race for Iowa governor could deliver the final nail in the coffin for an issue that state lawmakers tried to address last year. In June of 2025, the Iowa Legislature passed a bill that would make it
October 29, 2026 Read Full Article
Rollins: Mexico Trade Deal Could Boost Ethanol Exports 32%
by Mark Dorenkamp (Brownfield Ag News) The USDA is finalizing a trade agreement to increase U.S. ethanol exports to Mexico. Ag Secretary Brooke Rollins made the announcement Monday following a tour of an ADM processing plant in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. “We are working
October 29, 2026 Read Full Article
Paraguay Seeks Strong Partnership with India in Digital Governance, Clean Energy, Investments: Ambassador Ramos
by Anoop Verma (Economic Times Government) Paraguay's Ambassador Fleming Raúl Duarte Ramos outlines plans to deepen ties with India through trade, investment, digital infrastructure, renewable energy and greater access to South American markets. ... The message was not only about what Paraguay
October 28, 2026 Read Full Article
JERA Signs a Binding Heads of Agreement with AM Green for Long-Term Supply of Green Ammonia for Maritime Decarbonization
(JERA) JERA Co., Inc. (JERA) and AM Green Ammonia (India) Private Limited (AM Green) today jointly announced that it has entered into a Binding Heads of Agreement ("HoA") with AM Green regarding the long-term supply of green ammonia produced in India. Under
October 28, 2026 Read Full Article
The Port of Riga and South Korea’s ECOMETHANOL Sign a Memorandum of Understanding on the Development of Green Methanol Production
(Port of Riga) Today, October 20, in the presence of Jonghan Kim, Ambassador of the Republic of Korea to Latvia, and Māris Sprindžuks, Deputy Chairman of the Riga City Council, a memorandum of cooperation was signed at Riga City Hall between
October 28, 2026 Read Full Article
Canada Proposes Changes to Support the Low-Carbon Fuel Industry Public Comment DEADLINE January 14, 2027
(Government of Canada/Environment and Climate Change Canada) The Government of Canada is helping strengthen Canada’s low-carbon fuel industry by proposing changes to the Clean Fuel Regulations. This will support domestic production and encourage long-term reductions in greenhouse gas emissions. These amendments
October 28, 2026 Read Full Article
Here’s to the Alternatives to the Alternatives: LNG, Methanol Duel It Out at Sea
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) ... what should power the boat? The current answer is a sprawling, contested catalogue of contenders—conventional LNG, Bio-LNG, biomethanol, e-ammonia, hydrogen, and wind-assisted propulsion. The real challenge,however, is not simply dreaming up a cleaner molecule. It
October 28, 2026 Read Full Article
Optimus Technologies, Peaslee Tech, University of Kansas Announce Biodiesel Training Partnership
(Optimus Technologies/Biobased Diesel Daily) Optimus Technologies announced Oct. 27 a new hands-on training initiative with Peaslee Technical Training Center designed to prepare diesel-technician students for the growing use of biodiesel in heavy-duty transportation. Through a collaborative effort involving Optimus Technologies, Peaslee Tech,
October 28, 2026 Read Full Article
Fueling Conversations The Conversations Shaping North American Biofuels — beyond the Headlines
(Peterson Solutions) The biofuels industry moves fast, and some of the most important conversations aren't happening in press releases or regulatory updates. They're happening at industry events, in customer meetings, trading desks, and policy discussions. Fueling Conversations is a new webinar series
October 27, 2026 Read Full Article
ENOC, Municipality of Dubai Partner to Advance UCO Recovery for Biodiesel
(Emirates National Oil Company/Biobased Diesel Daily) Emirates National Oil Co. and the municipality of Dubai in the United Arab Emirates have signed an agreement to explore opportunities for collaboration in alternative and cleaner fuels, with a focus on collecting used cooking
October 27, 2026 Read Full Article
Rum, Bana Grass and Biofuel - New Industry Plans Are Ramping up
by Shaun Hollis (Douglas Shire News Newsport) Cairns Rum Company representatives are just some of several business leaders that have met with the Douglas Shire Council Mayor and Chief Executive as talks ramp up on bringing new industries to the region
October 27, 2026 Read Full Article
Port of Santos Begins Regular Ethanol Bunkering Operations
by Michele Labrut (Seatrade Maritime News) With ethanol emerging as an alternative fuel the first port in Latin America has started offering it on a regular basis -- The Port of Santos Authority (APS), CMA CGM, Copersucar and Bunker One have announced
October 27, 2026 Read Full Article
Honeywell Highlights Growth in Low Carbon, SAF Technology Licensing
by Erin Krueger (Ethanol Producer Magazine) Honeywell Technologies released third quarter financial results on Oct. 22. During an associated earnings call, company officials briefly discussed technology agreements for low-carbon energy projects, including those focused on sustainable aviation fuel (SAF). Honeywell is
October 27, 2026 Read Full Article
Gevo Provides Business Update, Anticipates Carbon Business to Deliver over $50 Million of Revenue in 2026
(Gevo/Ethanol Producer Magazine) Gevo Inc. on Oct. 22 provided a business update announcing strong growth of its carbon business and its anticipated delivery of over $50 million in revenue for 2026 from the carbon business and independent of U.S. federal government
October 27, 2026 Read Full Article
Green Plains Introduces Farm Forward to Turn Policy Innovation into Farmer Opportunity
(Green Plains) New initiative designed to help farmers share in the value created through qualifying farming practices and evolving biofuels policy -- Green Plains today (October 19, 2026) announced the launch of Farm Forward, a new initiative designed to turn policy innovation
October 27, 2026 Read Full Article
CoBank Report Discusses Impact of 45Z Credit, High Fuel Prices
by Erin Krueger (Ethanol Producer Magazine) CoBank on Oct. 7 released its latest quarterly insights report, which discusses the impact of 45Z clean fuel production credits and fuel mandates on biofuel demand and highlights how soaring fuel prices are impacting the
October 27, 2026 Read Full Article
Valero Reports Strong Q3 Operations for Ethanol, Renewable Diesel Segments
by Erin Krueger (Ethanol Producer Magazine) Valero Energy Corp. on Oct. 22 released third-quarter financial results, reporting record-high ethanol production volumes and a profitable three-month period for both its ethanol segment and its renewable diesel joint venture. Valero’s ethanol production averaged a
October 27, 2026 Read Full Article
Brimex Energy Becomes First Mexican RNG Project on the CleanCounts Registry
(Brimex Energy/Globe Newswire) The Jalisco facility, which turns dairy, swine, and tequila-industry waste into clean fuel, is now approved to generate Energy Attribute Certificates on North America's largest clean energy registry -- Brimex Energy S.A. de C.V. today announced that its renewable
October 27, 2026 Read Full Article
Sustainability Criteria Can Help Unlock Demand for Biomass-Derived Products
(Cefic) Alongside energy efficiency, electrification, and circularity, the bioeconomy can play a key role in the industrial transition and in fulfilling the EU’s climate goals. To ensure a competitive transition, boosting market demand for sustainable biomass-based products is becoming increasingly urgent.
October 27, 2026 Read Full Article
BIEPA Asks Govt, OMCs to Review Ethanol Supply Tender Allocation Methodology
(The Hindu Business Line) The association has raised concerns that long-term offtake agreement holders receive priority for contracted quantities and an additional preference, on a best-endeavour basis The Bharat Independent Ethanol Producers Association (BIEPA), representing independent dedicated ethanol manufacturers across India, has
October 27, 2026 Read Full Article
Bunker One Executes Latin America’s First Bioethanol Bunkering of a Deep-Sea Container Vessel
(Bunker One) 500,000-litre operation at the Port of Santos marks a breakthrough for bioethanol as a marine fuel and demonstrates the industry’s ability to safely deliver a new fuel at commercial scale Rio de Janeiro – Bunker One has completed Latin America’s
October 27, 2026 Read Full Article
The Digest’s 2026 Multi-Slide Guide to the State of the Industry: The Way Out of the Green Premium Trap
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) This presentation outlines a pragmatic pivot for the bioeconomy, urging producers to escape the “green premium trap” by trading virtue-signaling for commercial necessity. Growth stalls when relying on mandates or uncommitted buyers; instead, bio-innovators must integrate
October 27, 2026 Read Full Article
Heard on the Floor at ABLC Next: The Bleach Makers, the Plastic Breakers, the Biomass Wranglers, and Other Signs That the Bioeconomy Has Gone Completely Practical
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) Act I — The Magnificent Bioeconomy Clap-Trap ... Act II — Enter William of Ockham Then, at ABLC Next in San Francisco, William of Ockham appeared to have entered the building. The medieval philosopher brought his celebrated razor, and
October 27, 2026 Read Full Article
eFuel Group and DACMA Open Competence Center for Direct Air Capture in the Port of Hamburg
(DACMA) The new research and development center at the Hamburg Blue Hub combines the testing of modular CO₂ capture technologies with the preparation of international applications. A key focus is the collaboration with the Canadian project developer Deep Sky. The eFUEL GROUP and DACMA GmbH
October 27, 2026 Read Full Article
STX Group and TURN2X Bring RFNBO-Compliant e-Methane to Market
(STX Group) STX Group, a leading environmental commodity trader, today announces its first offtake of RFNBO (Renewable Fuel of Non-Biological Origin)-compliant e-Methane, produced by TURN2X at its first commercial plant in Spain. The agreement provides STX Group with access to TURN2X’s
October 27, 2026 Read Full Article
Skytree, Galetech and Mwahera Join Forces to Scale DAC for e-Fuels in Kenya
(Global e-Fuels) Skytree, Galetech Energy Developments and Mwahera Green Hydrogen have strategically partnered to bring direct air capture (DAC) to the Mwangea e-Fuels Project, Kenya. CO2 will be captured directly on-site and then combined with green hydrogen to produce carbon neutral
October 27, 2026 Read Full Article
Farmers, Crushers Look for Continued Growth through Strong Biofuel Policy
by Sara Wyant (High Plains Journal) Oilseed processing plants are running wide open now and more processing facilities are in the works, creating improved economic opportunities for farmers and rural communities. Whether that momentum will be maintained depends in large part
October 26, 2026 Read Full Article
Biomethane and Biofuel – Transitioning from Ambition to Delivery
(The Avondhu) The Irish Bioenergy Association (IrBEA) 25th National Bioenergy conference – Biomethane and biofuel, took place recently at the Killashee Hotel, Naas, Co Kildare, where a capacity crowd of over 200 delegates heard from a distinguished line up of speakers. Focus
October 26, 2026 Read Full Article
ADM Corn Dry Mill Upgrades Tap into Biofuels Demand
by John Reidy (World Grain) Eyeing increased biofuels demand, ADM said it has been making a series of investments in two phases at its corn dry mill in Columbus, Nebraska, US, that the company projects will increase annual corn grind to
October 26, 2026 Read Full Article
How Ghana Could Turn Its Waste Problem into Aviation Fuel
by Dirk Singer (SimpliFlying) Greater Accra generates 4,400 tonnes of rubbish every day. A Ghanaian developer believes some of it could become the foundation of a new sustainable aviation fuel industry In a nutshell Turning a problem into an opportunity: Greater Accra generates
October 26, 2026 Read Full Article
Azerbaijan Explores Three Green Fuel and Fertilizer Production Projects
by Aytaj Shiraliyeva (Trend News Agency) Azerbaijan is exploring opportunities to implement three pilot projects for the production of sustainable aviation fuel, green methanol, and green fertilizers. This was stated by Azerbaijan’s Minister of Energy Parviz Shahbazov in an article published in the official
October 26, 2026 Read Full Article
Minnesota Ethanol Plant Helps Farmers Navigate 45Z Tax Credit Changes
by Mark Dorenkamp (Brownfield Ag News) An ethanol plant in southern Minnesota is working with corn farmers to understand how Clean Fuel tax credits can be mutually beneficial. Highwater Ethanol CEO Brian Kletscher says they are hosting producer meetings about changes to
October 26, 2026 Read Full Article
More Haulers Get Breathing Room under Fuel Emergency
(Landline Media) An emergency waiver from hours-of-service requirements, issued by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, has been in effect since mid-September. That order remains in effect through Dec. 16, but was recently amended by FMCSA. Following a request from the Renewable Fuels
October 26, 2026 Read Full Article
St1 to Unify Fuel Supply Chain with RELEX
(Relex) Energy company St1 will connect demand, inventory, distribution, and scheduling decisions across its fuel supply network Energy company, St1, has chosen RELEX Solutions to unify demand, inventory, and distribution planning across its fuel supply chain. RELEX partner NTT DATA will support
October 25, 2026 Read Full Article
Agra Energy Achieves TRL 9 with Successful Demonstration of Fischer Tropsch Liquid Fuels at New Franken Facility
(Agra Energy/PRNewswire) Agra Energy, a renewable fuels technology company, today announced the successful demonstration of renewable fuel production at its new facility in New Franken, Wisconsin, producing Fischer Tropsch Liquid Fuels, including sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) and renewable naphtha from dairy-farm
October 25, 2026 Read Full Article
DS Dansuk Streamlines SAF Push, Shifts Gunsan Assets to DS Orvion in South Korea
by Park Yong-sun (Chosun Biz) Asset transfer underpins DS Orvion-led SAF buildout and net-zero drive in Gunsan -- Resource-circulation energy corporations DS Dansuk(9,830 won ▼ 370 -3.63%) said it will make an in-kind contribution of the Gunsan SAF production site and facilities
October 25, 2026 Read Full Article
DEPA Trading and CHITAS FARM: The First Compressed Biomethane Production Unit in Greece Is in the Final Stretch
(DEPA (Google translation)) The issuance of the first license to install a biomethane production unit in Greece under the new institutional framework marks an important milestone for the development of the renewable gas market in the country. An important step for the
October 25, 2026 Read Full Article
Renewable Fuel Standards 2026: Where US D4 Supply Stands against the Biomass-Based Diesel Requirement
by Robert Lane (Fastmarkets) How US biodiesel and renewable diesel production is tracking against its 2026 Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS) requirement, what small refinery exemption reallocation could add, how the federal demand outlook has shifted, and what RIN prices and biodiesel
October 25, 2026 Read Full Article
Europe Takes China’s Used Cooking Oil, the US Takes Australia’s Tallow
by David Alley (Fastmarkets) Shifting global feedstock economics are shifting trade. China’s UCO exports are up 55% on 2025, with Europe taking nearly twice the US volume, while tariffs have cut Brazil’s tallow shipments to the US by 44%. From January to
October 25, 2026 Read Full Article
Biomethane Industry Representatives Jointly Welcome Progress on Capital Grants – but Call for Investment Certainty and Coherent Policy
(Renewable Gas Forum Ireland) Renewable Gas Forum Ireland (RGFI), the Irish Bioenergy Association (IrBEA) and Cré, the Composting and Anaerobic Digestion Association of Ireland, welcome last week’s announcement of the opening of expressions of interest for the biomethane capital grant scheme.
October 25, 2026 Read Full Article
With Core Technologies Leading the World, Shanghai's Inland Waterway Vessels Have Successfully Refueled with Biomass Methanol for the First Time.
by Yu Taoran (Jiefang Daily/Shangguan News) Today (October 15, 2026), the inaugural refueling ceremony for biomass methanol marine fuel on Shanghai's inland waterways, themed "First Inland Waterway Fueling: Green Start to the Huangpu River," was held at the Luodong Container Terminal
October 25, 2026 Read Full Article
Phase II of the World's Largest Green Integrated Hydroammonium Alcohol Project Commences Construction
by Fan Ying and Zeng Xueying (Party Building Department of China Energy Engineering Corporation, Hydrogen Energy Company (Google translatio)) On October 20, the second phase of the "Qingqing Hydrogen-1" China Energy Construction Songyuan Hydrogen Energy Industrial Park (Green Hydrogen-Ammonia-Methanol Integrated Project),
October 24, 2026 Read Full Article
Strengthening Trusted Renewable Fuel Supply Chains: Biofuels Partners (BFP) & Jianglan Bio-Energy Agreement signature
(Biofuels Partners/LinkedIn) Biofuels Partners has signed a Collaboration Agreement with Jianglan Bio-Energy to explore international cooperation across UCO, HVO and SAF, with a shared focus on transparent sourcing, sustainability and reliable commercial partnerships. Jianglan brings established experience in UCO collection and
October 23, 2026 Read Full Article
Neste Urges EU to Ease Rules on Biofuel Feedstocks Amid Energy Crunch
by May Angel (Neste/Reuters) Finnish biofuel maker and oil refiner Neste (NESTE.HE), on Tuesday (October 20, 2026) urged the European Commission to ease restrictions on biofuel feedstocks that do not put food supplies or forests at risk. The appeal comes as higher fossil
October 23, 2026 Read Full Article
Repsol Delivers Co-processed B30 Bunker Fuel to NCLH in Barcelona
(Manifold Times) Fuel supplied was B30 co-processed marine gasoil, produced using conventional and renewable feedstocks through Repsol’s co-processing technology. -- Repsol on Monday (12 October 2026) said it has successfully completed B30 marine fuel deliveries with Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd. (NCLH)
October 23, 2026 Read Full Article
CCI BioEnergy and FSSD Sign Term Sheet to Advance Organics Co-Digestion Project
(CCI Bioenergy) The project will bring organics processing and wastewater treatment together to recover more resources from existing infrastructure. -- CCI BioEnergy and Fairfield-Suisun Sewer District (FSSD) have signed a term sheet to advance the development of a new organics receiving and
October 23, 2026 Read Full Article
Nel ASA: Partners with Rheinmetall on Its Giga PtX Project for Decentralized Synthetic Fuel Production
(Nel ASA) Nel ASA and Rheinmetall AG have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to explore joint opportunities in decentralised renewable fuel production, supporting critical infrastructure and energy security. The collaboration will combine Nel's electrolyser technology with Rheinmetall's Giga PtX concept
October 23, 2026 Read Full Article
Wasaline Signs Biogas Agreement with St1 Biokraft to Use Locally Produced Biogas from Nurmo
(Via/St1 Biokraft) Wasaline has signed an agreement with St1 Biokraft for the supply of 42 GWh of liquefied biogas (LBG) per year. Deliveries will begin in January 2028 and will take place in connection with the bunkering of Aurora Botnia in
October 23, 2026 Read Full Article
Heard on the Floor at ABLC Next 2026: The Top 10 Moments So Far; Presentation Recordings Available
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) The atmosphere at ABLC was electric as industry leaders, technology innovators, and project developers gathered to navigate the rapidly shifting landscape of renewable fuels, sustainable aviation fuel (SAF), and bio-based products. From major corporate pivots and
October 23, 2026 Read Full Article
Biofuel Demand Rises on Mandates and 45Z Tax Credits
by Jacqui Fatka (CoBank) Market incentives are boosting soybean oil demand, but imports remain necessary to meet the biomass-based diesel RVO; EPA action on 2025 SREs lowered RIN prices, while plans to reallocate 100% of exempted volumes eased lost demand fears; Ethanol exports must
October 21, 2026 Read Full Article
SAF Project Manara Morocco
(European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD)) Overview: A senior secured loan of up to USD 105 million, comprising a USD 85 million committed tranche and a USD 20 million uncommitted tranche to Green Sky Capital to finance the construction and commissioning
October 21, 2026 Read Full Article
Holy Economics, BioMan! The Double-Premium Trap
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) ... “Low-carbon molecules! Domestic feedstocks! Sustainable fuels! Renewable chemistry! Energy security! Rural prosperity!” ... By lunchtime, BioMan sat on a curb, staring blankly into the middle distance. He had uncovered a fundamental law of industrial physics: he was
October 21, 2026 Read Full Article
Pertamina Explores FOG as Biofuel Feedstock
(Pertamina/Biobased Diesel Daily) PT Pertamina (Persero) announced Oct. 13 that it is exploring the potential of utilizing fats, oils and grease (FOG) as feedstock for biofuels, including sustainable aviation fuel (SAF), with the Regional Public Wastewater Management Co. (PAL Jaya). This
October 20, 2026 Read Full Article
Growing Clean Fuel Demand Highlights Opportunity to Strengthen Canada’s Domestic Fuel Supply: Biofuels in Canada 2026 Report
(Advanced Biofuels Canada) Navius Research says clean fuel use rose 6% in 2025, avoiding a record 14.2 Mt of emissions; policy changes can lift domestic share above one-third nationally. Biofuel use in Canada expanded 6% in 2025, reducing average fuel prices across
October 20, 2026 Read Full Article
Moeve and ISFA Launch Pilot Project Using 100% Renewable Diesel in Agricultural Machinery
(Moeve) • The six-month pilot project, taking place on a 600-hectare almond plantation in Logrosán, Cáceres, will assess how the renewable fuel performs in agricultural operations Moeve will supply 15,000 liters of 100% renewable diesel (HVO) to fuel a fleet of 12
October 20, 2026 Read Full Article
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