by Georgios Georgiou (Riviera) The greatest potential for onboard carbon capture (OCC) lies in its integration with biofuels, according to Langh Tech, the Finnish green tech company developing its own OCC system -- Part of the Langh Group – which is also active
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Back TO HOMEDelta Air Lines Supports Michigan SAF Legislation
(Delta Airlines/Ethanol Producer Magazine) Delta Air Lines on May 7 announced its strong support for new bipartisan, bicameral legislation that will accelerate the growth of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) in Michigan while strengthening the state’s agricultural economy and creating new opportunities
May 19, 2025 Read Full Article
United States Biodiesel Market Research Report 2025-2033: EPA and DOE Push Biodiesel and SAF as Key Drivers in America's Clean Energy Future
(Research and Markets/Globe Newswire) In the United States, biodiesel is also extensively applied in transportation, agriculture, and the industrial sector. It fuels trucks, buses, and marine vessels, lowering greenhouse gas emissions as well as fossil fuel dependence. The agricultural industry is
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QUOTE OF THE WEEK -- Dickon Posnett
If Europe is serious about decarbonizing transport, we should be encouraging more biofuel use, not less. -- Dickon Posnett, President, European Biodiesel Board READ MORE
May 19, 2025 Read Full Article
Preventing Biofuels Sustainability Fraud and Unfair Competition
(European Biodiesel Board/Politico) Amid concerns over sustainability fraud, the European biodiesel industry is pushing for regulatory reform. -- As Europe accelerates efforts to decarbonize transportation, biofuels have emerged as an important solution. These CO2-neutral fuels ― derived from sustainable feedstocks including crops and waste
May 19, 2025 Read Full Article
Lack of Sustainable Aviation Fuel May Increase Airfares
by Harrison Minihane (Travel Radar) The World Travel and Tourism Council (WTTC) warned on May 15 that a shortage of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) could increase airfares and restrict travel options. ... China however requires airlines to be using a 15% SAF blend by
May 16, 2025 Read Full Article
Boost for British Green Aviation Fuel Production to Support Jobs and Lift off Emerging Industry
(U.K. Department for Transport and Mike Kane MP) New sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) measures will support aviation expansion and meet decarbonisation goals. new laws introduced today (May 14, 2025) will increase homegrown sustainable aviation fuel, positioning the UK as a world leading destination for the
May 15, 2025 Read Full Article
Australia's Largest Import of Sustainabil Aviation Fuel Lands in Sydney
(Qantas) Qantas, Sydney Airport and Ampol, supported by Qantas’ SAF Coalition partners, have today marked the largest ever commercial importation of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) into Australia, with nearly two million litres of unblended SAF arriving this week. Sustainable Aviation Fuel
May 15, 2025 Read Full Article
Sustainable Aviation Buyers Alliance Launches Advanced, Next-Generation SAF Procurement DEADLINE August 29, 2025
(Sustainable Aviation Buyers Alliance) SABA's third RFP seeks to leverage corporate demand to help move a next-generation SAF facility to final investment decision. -- Today (May 6, 2025), the Sustainable Aviation Buyers Alliance (SABA) released a request for proposal (RFP) to increase
May 14, 2025 Read Full Article
Mainland China’s Strategic Transition: Reducing UCO Exports and Expanding SAF in the Global Biofuel Market
(BMI) Mainland China’s Used Cooking Oil (UCO) exports are projected to decline by 2025 due to reduced US demand and a shift towards Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) production. Key View We anticipate that Mainland China’s exports of Used Cooking Oil (UCO) will
May 14, 2025 Read Full Article
From Emissions to Solutions: CO2-Based Graphite, Plastics, and Methanol Win Big at “Best CO2 Utilisation 2025” Innovation Award
(nova-Institute) UP Catalyst, Far Eastern New Century Corporation, and Oxylus Energy were recognised at the “Best CO2 Utilisation 2025” Innovation Award for transforming carbon emissions into high-performance battery materials, sustainable plastics for footwear and textiles, and methanol fuel, marking major strides toward
May 14, 2025 Read Full Article
Pilot Confirms Strength of Optimised FAME Blend
(FincoEnergies) The pressure on the inland shipping sector is growing. With stricter regulations such as ETS2 and RED III, there's no time to lose. Together with Argent Energy and sector partners, FincoEnergies is demonstrating that sustainable shipping is possible today — not just with HVO but
May 14, 2025 Read Full Article
RAeS Study Shows Public Concern about Aviation Emissions, but Unwillingness to Pay More for Solutions
by Tony Harrington (GreenAir) New research by the Royal Aeronautical Society (RAeS) into public attitudes on decarbonising aviation reveals that most respondents are concerned about the impacts of climate change, and 58% believe air transport causes more damaging emissions than road,
May 12, 2025 Read Full Article
PLOCAN Builds Spain’s First Offshore Green Hydrogen Plant
by Alan Sherrard (Bioenergy International) Located on the seabed, at a depth of 30m, and 1.5 km off the coast of the island of Gran Canaria, the Plataforma Oceánica de Canarias (PLOCAN) houses multidisciplinary laboratories, various observation and measurement devices, a main
May 12, 2025 Read Full Article
The Digest’s 2025 Multi-Slide Guide to Sustainability Still Matters
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) This presentation features Tammy Klein of Transport Energy Strategies. It discusses mixed policy signals in the U.S., stressing sustainability balances environmental, economic, and social concerns. Key highlights include contrasting potential Biden and Trump administration approaches on
May 12, 2025 Read Full Article
The Digest’s 2025 Multi-Slide Guide to Sustainability Still Matters
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) This presentation features Tammy Klein of Transport Energy Strategies. It discusses mixed policy signals in the U.S., stressing sustainability balances environmental, economic, and social concerns. Key highlights include contrasting potential Biden and Trump administration approaches on
May 12, 2025 Read Full Article
Norden Conducts First US Biofuel Journey in ‘Measured’ Step toward Cleaner Shipping
by Sara Kosmajac (Offshore Energy) Denmark-based maritime transportation player Norden has completed its inaugural biofuel voyage out of the United States, marking the next step in the company’s ambition of supporting a wider application of this clean energy source in
May 09, 2025 Read Full Article
UNIMOT with First Delivery of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) to Poland
(UNIMOT) Unimot Aviation, member of the Unimot Group, has carried out Poland's first physical delivery of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) to a Polish airport. The fuel was delivered to the Katowice International Airport in Pyrzowice, which is an important step towards
May 09, 2025 Read Full Article
LanzaJet and BioD Announce Feasibility Study for SAF Plant in Colombia
(Lanza Jet) Leveraging Colombia’s Available Biomass Potential and Strategic Location, LanzaJet and BioD Are Exploring the Pioneering Production of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) in Latin America. -- LanzaJet and BioD are pleased to announce the launch of a feasibility study to develop the first
May 09, 2025 Read Full Article
GRAMM SAF Project Comes to the Royal Port of Barrow
(GRAMM Energy/OpenPR) GRAMM, a collaborative industry consortium, today (April 17, 2025) announced its application to the UK Advanced Fuels Fund, seeking vital support to accelerate its ground-breaking Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) project. The GRAMM SAF project will catalyse energy transition of
May 08, 2025 Read Full Article
Cosco-Controlled Piraeus Container Terminal to Launch Biofuel Bunkering Service
by Angela Yu (Lloyd's List) Piraeus Container Terminal will begin offering biofuel bunkering services to meet growing customer demand for emission compliance -- The move aligns with EU and new IMO emissions regulations and follows Greece’s updated biofuel standards allowing up to
May 08, 2025 Read Full Article
The Digest’s 2025 Multi-Slide Guide to Establishing Biofuel Pathways for the Ocean-going and Inland Marine Sectors
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) This presentation features Mike Kass from Oak Ridge National Laboratory. It addresses decarbonizing marine shipping to meet IMO GHG reduction targets. Highlights include research by a 4-lab partnership assessing bio-intermediate potential via TEA and LCA, showing
May 08, 2025 Read Full Article
Sustainable Aviation Fuel Plans under Fire over Crop Emissions
by Jim Giles (Trellis) Environmental group and aviation industry disagree on how to assess the full climate impact of fuel made from corn and soybeans. -- Key Takeaways: Scaling the use of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) made from corn and soybeans is the
May 07, 2025 Read Full Article
GCMD’s Life Cycle Study Quantifies Net GHG Emissions Savings for Pathways with Onboard Carbon Capture and Storage (OCCS)
(Global Center for Maritime Decarbonization) Incorporating CO2 that is captured from HFO combustion onboard vessels into concrete production results in the highest GHG emissions savings of the different utilisation pathways explored, as it partially displaces the need for carbon-intensive cement ashore; Post-capture transport
May 07, 2025 Read Full Article
2024 Iowa Renewable Fuels Economic Contribution Study Shows Impact of Stagnant Corn Demand Hitting Agriculture Economy
(Iowa Renewable Fuels Association) Access to New Markets to Grow Demand Require Carbon Capture and Sequestration -- According to a new economic contribution study released today (May 6, 2025), Iowa biofuels production has begun to reflect stagnant corn demand throughout the agriculture
May 07, 2025 Read Full Article
Renewable Methanol: Powering Decarbonisation across Hard-to-Abate Sectors
by Kristian Ilasko (Hydrocarbon Engineering) As the global drive toward net-zero intensifies, industries are seeking practical, scalable solutions to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Renewable methanol is emerging as a key enabler in this transition, offering a low-carbon alternative derived from
May 02, 2025 Read Full Article
OMV Unveils Austria’s Largest Green Hydrogen Production Plant
(OMV) OMV's first-time production of green hydrogen on a commercial scale; OMV has successfully started-up its plant in Schwechat near Vienna with an annual production of up to 1,500 metric tons of green hydrogen; It contributes to the production of more sustainable fuels
May 02, 2025 Read Full Article
Bureau Veritas Joins NavHyS Project to Advance Liquid Hydrogen Innovation in Shipping
(Bureau Veritas) Bureau Veritas Marine & Offshore (BV) is pleased to announce its participation in NavHyS, a new European research project dedicated to advancing the use of liquid hydrogen (LH₂) in maritime applications. Funded by the Clean Hydrogen Partnership, NavHyS brings
May 01, 2025 Read Full Article
Difficult and Costly Energy Transition unless the EU Invests in Biomass
(Chalmers University of Technology) Biomass is currently the EU’s largest renewable energy source, but climate strategies often focus on other energy sources. A comprehensive analysis, led by Chalmers University of Technology in Sweden, now shows that biomass is crucial for Europe's ability
May 01, 2025 Read Full Article
ATOBA, easyJet, and World Fuel Sign a Memorandum of Understanding to Develop Long Term Supply of Sustainable Aviation Fuel
(ATOBA, easyJet, World Fuel/Business Wire) easyJet and ATOBA Energy (ATOBA), in partnership with World Fuel Services (World Fuel), announce the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding for the development of long-term supply of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) for easyJet’s operations in
May 01, 2025 Read Full Article
Repsol Surpasses 1,000 Service Stations with 100% Renewable Nexa Diesel
(Repsol) o From tomorrow (April 29, 2025) and until July 31, 2025, individual clients, who use the company’s payment app Waylet when refueling, will enjoy a discount of €0.10 per liter. With this discount, the 100% renewable fuel can be
May 01, 2025 Read Full Article
Fueling America’s Future with Sustainable Aviation Fuel
by Meg Whitty (LanzaJet) ... Over the next five years, the SAF industry is estimated to reach $20B in value with a compound annual growth rate of 61%. It has the potential to strengthen rural economies and increase energy security; it is
April 30, 2025 Read Full Article
Advancing Maritime Decarbonization: The 2025 IMO Agreement and the Fuel Transition
by Jefferson dos Santos Estevo* (Advanced Biofuels USA) The international transport sector, encompassing both aviation and maritime shipping, accounts for a significant share of global greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. The data from the International Energy Agency (IEA) suggests aviation, in 2023, was
April 30, 2025 Read Full Article
Ministry of Environment Announces that Climate Fund Will Start Financing Biomethane Trucks and Buses
(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
April 30, 2025 Read Full Article
Global Fuel Finder Enhanced with New Biofuels Capability
(Lloyd's Register) The enhanced platform supports safer, more sustainable fuel strategies in an increasingly complex marine energy landscape. -- Lloyd’s Register (LR) has enhanced its Global Fuel Finder tool, delivering a significant upgrade that allows ship operators and technical teams to make
April 30, 2025 Read Full Article
The Digest’s 2025 Multi-Slide Guide to Biogas Upgrading to Renewable Natural Gas
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%.
April 30, 2025 Read Full Article
TotalEnergies: Antwerp Platform Adapts to Energy Transition Challenges and Market Trends
(TotalEnergies/Business Wire) TotalEnergies’ (Paris:TTE) (LSE:TTE) (NYSE:TTE) Antwerp platform provides an update on its investments for the future and announces plan to reconfigure its petrochemicals operations to strengthen competitiveness. A key industrial site for TotalEnergies for more than 75 years, the Antwerp
April 29, 2025 Read Full Article
NTPC Green Energy Signs MoU with Honeywell UOP to Explore Sustainable Aviation Fuel Production
(PSU Watch) NTPC Green Energy has signed an MoU with Honeywell UOP India Pvt Ltd to explore the production of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF), marking a major step toward decarbonizing India’s aviation sector --NTPC Green Energy Limited (NGEL), a wholly-owned subsidiary
April 29, 2025 Read Full Article
BWC Terminals Completes New MOTEMS-Compliant Dock for Renewable Fuels at Port of Stockton
(BWC Terminals) BWC Terminals (BWC) today (April 22, 2025) celebrated the official completion of its expanded renewable fuels terminal at the Port of Stockton, marking a significant milestone in strengthening California’s renewable fuels and maritime infrastructure. BWC executives, customers, and partners
April 29, 2025 Read Full Article
Cosmo Oil Marketing and STARLUX Airlines Sign Basic Agreement Regarding SAF
(Cosmo) Cosmo Oil Marketing Co., Ltd. (hereafter, “Cosmo Oil Marketing”), a subsidiary of Cosmo Energy Holdings, and STARLUX Airlines Co. Ltd. (hereafter, “STARLUX Airlines”) have signed a basic agreement regarding Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) to advance sustainable air transportation. The SAF traded
April 28, 2025 Read Full Article
Ulsan Port Authority Leads Efforts on Marine Biofuel Adoption as IMO Regulations Tighten
(American Journal of Transportation) In a major push toward decarbonizing maritime logistics, President Jae-young Byeon of the Ulsan Port Authority (UPA) and Chief Executive Sun-bae Hong of the Korea Maritime Cooperation Center (KMC) jointly announced the successful conclusion of the “2nd
April 26, 2025 Read Full Article
Škoda Auto Uses Sustainable HVO Fuel in Newly Produced Diesel Models and Its Logistics Fleet
(Škoda) › Celebrating Earth Day: Škoda Auto switches to using high-quality HVO (hydrotreated vegetable oil) fuel for the initial fill in newly manufactured diesel vehicles and for refueling its logistics fleet › HVO fuel has up to 90% lower net carbon emissions
April 24, 2025 Read Full Article
Optimus Technologies Launches Vector System for International S13 Platform
(Optimus Technologies) Optimus Debuts Low-Carbon S13 International Truck at ACT Expo -- As the demand for fleet decarbonization continues to intensify, Optimus Technologies today announced the production launch of its latest Vector System, a fuel system technology that enables heavy-duty engines to
April 24, 2025 Read Full Article
BP Halts Clean Jet Fuel Project at Spain’s Castellon Refinery
(Biofuels Central) BP plc BP, the UK-based energy major, has decided to pause its plan to produce sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) at its Castellon refinery in eastern Spain, citing slower-than-expected growth in the market. The project was part of a broader €2
April 22, 2025 Read Full Article
Lhyfe Confirms Record €149 Million Subsidy from the French Government for One of Its Largest Upcoming Production Sites
(Lhyfe) Named “Green Horizon”, this large-scale project had been selected by the European Commission to join the exclusive list of strategic transnational projects for Europe (IPCEI) Following the French Prime Minister’s signature, Marc Ferracci, Minister for Industry and Energy, confirmed[1] the grant
April 21, 2025 Read Full Article
Gevo and Future Energy Global Sign SAF Scope 1 and Scope 3 Voluntary Carbon Credit Offtake Agreement to Accelerate Book-and-Claim Market
(Gevo) Gevo, Inc. (NASDAQ: GEVO) and Future Energy Global (FEG) are pleased to announce that they have signed a pioneering offtake agreement for carbon abatement attributes, to enable airlines and other companies to reduce their CO2 emissions through Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF).
April 18, 2025 Read Full Article
FincoEnergies Launches FuelEU Pooling, Helping Shipowners Comply with FuelEU Maritime
(FincoEnergies) Today, we announce the launch of our FuelEU Pooling service, created for shipowners to enable FuelEU Maritime compliance in a cost-effective and operationally seamless way. FuelEU Maritime, effective from 1 January 2025, mandates the reduction of greenhouse gas intensity of energy
April 18, 2025 Read Full Article
Unlocking a New Source of Clean Hydrogen from UK Wastewater
(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
April 18, 2025 Read Full Article
The Digest’s 2025 Multi-Slide Guide to World Energy
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) This presentation deck introduces World Energy as a low-carbon solutions pioneer working with hard-to-abate sectors to meet net-zero commitments through sustainable aviation fuel, green hydrogen, and advanced biofuels. Their SAF production uses HEFA technology with a
April 18, 2025 Read Full Article
Fortescue and CMB.TECH Sign Agreement for Ammonia-Powered Ore Carrier
(Fortescue) Fortescue has signed an agreement with Bocimar, part of CMB.TECH, to charter a new ammonia-powered vessel. This emphasises the commitment of both companies to decarbonise the shipping industry. -- Fortescue has signed an agreement with Bocimar, part of CMB.TECH, to charter
April 17, 2025 Read Full Article
Mitsubishi Shipbuilding Acquired Approval in Principle (AiP) from Classification Society for the Basic Design of an Onboard Carbon Capture and Storage System
(Mitsubishi Heavy Industries) MHI Group's CO2 capture technologies for onshore facilities applied to ships; Accelerating system development and contributing to the decarbonization of ships, increasingly needed on a global scale -- Mitsubishi Shipbuilding Co., Ltd., a part of Mitsubishi Heavy Industries (MHI) Group, has
April 17, 2025 Read Full Article
Cassidy, Graham Introduce Latest Version of Trade Manufacturing Policy to Hold China Accountable
(Office of Senator Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA)) U.S. Senators Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA) and Lindsey Graham (R-SC) introduced the latest version of the Foreign Pollution Fee Act to level the playing field for American manufacturers and workers by holding non-market economies like China accountable
April 16, 2025 Read Full Article
FatHopes Energy and AmSpec Group Collaborate to Boost Sustainable Aviation Fuel Production in Asia Pacific
(AmSpec Group) Malaysia’s pioneer biofuel feedstock aggregator, FatHopes Energy Sdn Bhd (FHE), signed a Memorandum of Agreement (MoA) with AmSpec Group, a leading service provider in the testing, inspection, and certification (TIC) sector, to enhance the efficiency and scalability of Sustainable
April 16, 2025 Read Full Article
The Digest’s 2025 Multi-Slide Guide to Decarbonizing Marine Shipping
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) This presentation from NexantECA focuses on decarbonizing marine shipping, noting its CO2 emissions and the need for alternative fuels to meet IMO GHG reduction targets. NexantECA projects a shift from conventional fuels like HSFO and VLSFO
April 15, 2025 Read Full Article
Unprecedented Global Agreement Gives Shipping Clarity on Critical Next Step to Decarbonization
(World Shipping Council) The World Shipping Council has welcomed an unprecedented global agreement at the International Maritime Organization (IMO) today, as a critical next step toward shipping decarbonization. Following a contentious and difficult debate, the IMO reached agreement on a measure to
April 11, 2025 Read Full Article
Vast and Be8 Sign Agreement to Develop Biofuels Market for Navigation
(Vast Infraestructura) The agreement includes studies for Vast to provide logistical infrastructure at the Açu Liquid Terminal and connect Be8 to fuel distributors and customers at the Port of Açu to foster this new market. Vast Infraestrutura and Be8, a leading biodiesel
April 11, 2025 Read Full Article
COSCO Extends Strategic Cooperation: New Framework Agreement Facilitates further Projects
(MAN Energy Solutions) At a recent ceremony in China, MAN Energy Solutions signed a framework agreement with COSCO Shipping Heavy Industry Co., Ltd. (CHI) regarding their future cooperation on decarbonisation retrofit projects. Michael Petersen – Senior Vice President, Head of PrimeServ Denmark
April 11, 2025 Read Full Article
Omissions in Emissions Knowledge
(Aspen Group/SUSTAIN Fuel) Brits have a blind spot for EV emissions as the Government progresses towards zero-emissions goals -- Over a quarter of Brits (27%) wrongly believe that driving an electric vehicle (EV) is completely emission-free, research has revealed. Only 46% were aware
April 10, 2025 Read Full Article
Finnair and DB Schenker Join Forces in Reducing GHG Emissions for Cargo Transport
(Finnair/CISION) Finnair and DB Schenker have initiated their sustainability collaboration by signing an agreement for DB Schenker to purchase nearly 400 tons of scope 3 CO2e reductions, equaling approximately 120 tons of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) from Finnair. Both companies are committed to
April 10, 2025 Read Full Article
Metro Ports Achieves Major Emissions Reduction at the Port of Long Beach
(Metro Ports/Globe Newswire) - Metro Ports is proud to announce today a significant environmental milestone in their voluntary efforts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. A new review of their 2023-2024 emissions data confirms that our transition to renewable diesel (R99) has led to
April 10, 2025 Read Full Article
IMO Opens Global Talks to Secure Net-Zero Deal for Shipping
(International Maritime Organization) The International Maritime Organization (IMO) opened a critical round of negotiations aimed at finalizing new binding regulations to steer international shipping towards net-zero emissions over the next 25 years. Speaking at the opening of the 83rd session of the
April 10, 2025 Read Full Article
Tsuneishi Shipbuilding Has Received the AiP from ClassNK for the Design of the Methanol Dual-Fuel Vessel for the Converted Existing Heavy Oil Vessels
(Tsuneishi Shipbuilding) TSUNEISHI SHIPBUILDING Co., Ltd. (Fukuyama, Hiroshima, Japan) announced that it has received the AiP*1 (Approval in Principle) from Nippon Kaiji Kyodai (‘ClassNK’) on 25 December 2024 for a methanol dual-fuel vessel design for retrofitting existing heavy oil vessels (the
April 10, 2025 Read Full Article
Fincantieri and Viking Announce the World’s First Hydrogen-Powered Cruise Ship and Sign Contracts for Two New Units
(Fincantieri) Fincantieri and Viking announced today the first cruise ship in the world to be powered by hydrogen stored onboard for both propulsion and onboard electricity generation, the “Viking Libra”. The vessel is currently under construction at the Fincantieri Ancona shipyard, with delivery
April 10, 2025 Read Full Article
RNG COALITION Brand Update Shortens Name, Amplifies Commitment to Influence Future of Energy
(RNG Coalition) Today (April 7, 2025), RNG Coalition debuts a new brand identity, shortening its name (previously “Coalition for Renewable Natural Gas”) and unveiling a vibrant new logo system that highlights its role as the trusted voice for North America's renewable natural gas
April 09, 2025 Read Full Article
Greencarrier Takes Steps to Accelerate Fossil-Free Shipping – Offers Free Biofuel Insets to Clients
(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,
April 09, 2025 Read Full Article
Northern Offshore Services Announces Delivery of the World’s First Biomethanol CTV
(Northern Offshore Group) As a groundbreaking move toward a more sustainable future for the offshore industry, Northern Offshore Services announces the delivery of the world’s first 100% biomethanol-powered crew transfer vessel (CTV). M/V Transporter, designed, developed and provided by N-O-S, is a
April 09, 2025 Read Full Article
Airbus and Qantas Invest in Fund for Decarbonisation Technologies
(Climate Tech Partners) Qantas and Airbus have jointly committed to invest AUD$15 million into Climate Tech Partners (CTP), a leading climate-focused venture capital fund, to support their shared ambition to accelerate the development of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) and other aviation
April 09, 2025 Read Full Article
Understanding Water Management in CO2 Recycling with Neutrons: ‘Power Naps’ for Electrolysers
(Neutrons for Society) A recent study uses high resolution neutron imaging at the ILL to examine water dynamics in a carbon dioxide electrolysis cells. Recently published in the journal ACS Energy Letters, the study has now been selected as research highlight in Nature
April 08, 2025 Read Full Article
IMO Advances Carbon Levy Discussions before MEPC 83
(Safety4Sea) The Intersessional Working Group on Reduction of Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Emissions from Ships (ISWG-GHG 19) met for its 19th session from 31 March to 1 April 2025. As the Marine Environment Protection Committee (MEPC) is expected to meet for its
April 05, 2025 Read Full Article
Virgin Australia and Qatar Airways Expand Sustainability Commitment with Renewable Developments Australia
(Virgin Australia) Virgin Australia and Qatar Airways have agreed to work together with Renewable Developments Australia (RDA) to become key partners on a project that will set out to deliver a homegrown Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) production facility in the Charters
April 04, 2025 Read Full Article
Neste Empowers DB Schenker to Boost Adoption of Neste MY Renewable Diesel in Singapore and Asia-Pacific
(Neste) Neste and DB Schenker, one of the world’s leading logistics service providers, have collaborated to work towards expanding DB Schenker’s adoption of Neste MY Renewable Diesel™ in Asia-Pacific. This partnership underscores the shared commitment of both companies to progress towards lower-emission logistics. Both
April 04, 2025 Read Full Article
ASAFA and World Bioenergy Association Forge Strategic Partnership to Advance Sustainable Aviation Fuel Adoption in Asia
(Asia Sustainable Aviation Fuel Association) Asia Sustainabliae Aviation Fuel Association (ASAFA) is pleased to announce a new strategic partnership with the World Bioenergy Association (WBA), a globally recognized authority in promoting the sustainable use of bioenergy. This collaboration marks a pivotal
April 03, 2025 Read Full Article
New Report Explores Hydrogen’s Role in Clean Transport
(Oil and Gas Climate Initiative (OGCI)) The Oil and Gas Climate Initiative (OGCI) today releases The Road Ahead for Hydrogen Powered Mobility, a report exploring strategies to accelerate hydrogen’s role in achieving a low-carbon transport future. With transportation a major source of global
April 03, 2025 Read Full Article
Panama to Incentivize Low-Emission Shipping with New Priority Passage Program
by Sara Kosmajac (Offshore Energy) The Panama Canal Authority (ACP) has unveiled a new initiative that prioritizes vessels running on low-carbon fuels and ships fitted with energy-efficient technologies, aiming to ‘fortify’ its own as well as global shipping decarbonization goals. Dubbed the
April 03, 2025 Read Full Article
MIT Maritime Consortium Sets Sail
by Anne Wilson (MIT News) A new international collaboration unites MIT and maritime industry leaders to develop nuclear propulsion technologies, alternative fuels, data-powered strategies for operation, and more. ... A new consortium, formalized in a signing ceremony at MIT last week, aims
April 03, 2025 Read Full Article
Tsuneishi Shipbuilding Launches Japan's First Hydrogen-Fueled Tugboat
(Tsuneishi Holdings Corporation/PR Times (Google Translation)) Increasing the power output of hydrogen-mixed combustion engines and making ship steel greener -- Tsuneishi Shipbuilding Co., Ltd. (Head office: Fukuyama, Hiroshima Prefecture; Representative Director and President: Yukio Okumura) launched Japan's first hydrogen-fueled tugboat at
April 03, 2025 Read Full Article
Successful Innovations Propel NCL’s Operational Excellence
(DNV) In a new, comprehensive partnership, Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL) and DNV are jointly addressing the key challenges facing the cruise industry. From decarbonization and safety to training, data intelligence and risk management, NCL leverages DNV’s expertise to drive operational excellence
April 01, 2025 Read Full Article
Bio-based Green Methanol: C1 Secures Another €20 Million to Commercialize the Circular Raw Material of the Future
(Renewable Carbon News/C1 Green Chemicals) C1 will use the capital raised to build the world's first demonstration plant for homogeneously catalyzed methanol -- Berlin-based cleantech company C1 has raised €20 million in fresh capital to replacefossil resources in the shipping, aviation and
April 01, 2025 Read Full Article
Neste and European Automotive and Biofuels Industry Players Join Forces on a Tour d'Europe
(Neste) Tour d’Europe is an initiative demonstrating the availability and potential of renewable fuels to help drive decarbonization and contribute to climate neutrality today and for decades to come. The Tour d’Europe involves 20 different companies, associations and institutions from across
April 01, 2025 Read Full Article
Second-Generation Biofuels Potential in Africa – Research on Non-Food and Waste-Based Biofuel Production
by David King Boison, Iddrisu Awudu Kasoa, and Sylvester Vuvor (MyJoyOnline) Africa stands at a critical crossroads of energy transformation, an era defined by both urgency and immense opportunity. Across the continent, rapid urbanization, population growth, and economic expansion have surged energy
April 01, 2025 Read Full Article
EU Scrutinizes Fraud in Certification of Biofuels
(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)
April 01, 2025 Read Full Article
Airlines Will Fail to Meet UK SAF Target, Says Government Advisory Committee
by Ian Taylor (Travolution) But did conclude the sector can still reach Net Zero emissions by 2050 -- UK aviation will fail to meet the government’s sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) target for 2030, according to the Climate Change Committee which advises ministers. The
March 31, 2025 Read Full Article
Vast Secures AUD 700,000 Grant from Australia-Singapore Initiative for Decarbonising Shipping to Progress World-First South Australia Solar Fuels Project
(Vast/Globe Newswire) HyFuel Solar Refinery Pty Ltd, a subsidiary of Vast Renewables Limited (Vast) (Nasdaq: VSTE), has been awarded AUD 700,000 through the Australia-Singapore Low Emissions Technologies (ASLET) initiative for maritime and port operations. The funding will progress the development of South
March 31, 2025 Read Full Article
Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners Secures Australian Hydrogen Headstart Funding, Strengthening Commitment to Green Ammonia
(Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners/Globe Newswire) Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners – a global leader in renewable energy investments – has been successful in the Australian Government’s first hydrogen funding round for its Murchison Green Hydrogen project -- Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners (CIP) through its CI Energy
March 29, 2025 Read Full Article
Maximizing the Potential of Biofuels in Shipping
(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
March 27, 2025 Read Full Article
IATA CO2 Connect Enhanced with SAF Accounting
(Biofuels International) The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has enhanced its IATA CO2 Connect emissions calculator to account for carbon emissions reductions related to the usage of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF). This follows the recent publication of the IATA SAF Accounting &
March 19, 2025 Read Full Article
Green Hydrogen Industry Forum --- April 9, 2025 --- Rabat, Morocco
Green Hydrogen A Growth Molecule: Committed to a dynamic of economic diversification, Morocco has for decades fostered major industries that carry its ambitions as a prosperous nation. Automotive, aeronautics, and now hydrogen: the kingdom is laying the groundwork to carve out
March 18, 2025 Read Full Article
Moeve and Exolum Invest Close to 300 Million Euros in New Infrastructure at the Port of Huelva to Help Drive the Energy Transition
(Moeve) The companies announce the construction of new loading and unloading facilities that will connect to the upcoming 2G biofuel plant, set to become the largest 2G biofuel complex in Southern Europe Moeve, Exolum, and the Port Authority of Huelva today unveiled
March 17, 2025 Read Full Article
Renewable Diesel and SAF Continue to Play Key Role in Transport Sector
(Biofuels International) Carl Nyberg, Senior Vice President Commercial, Renewable Products at Neste, reveals his biofuel outlook for the year ahead. Last year was a dynamic one especially for the biofuels industry with production capacity outpacing demand growth. This could be seen in the
March 14, 2025 Read Full Article
ABB and Charbone Hydrogen Sign Agreement to Advance North American Green Hydrogen Production Facilities
(ABB) Collaboration sets ABB as preferred supplier of modular and standard electrical substations, with future scope for automation solutions; Agreement will enable Charbone Hydrogen to progress green hydrogen production in both Canada and the United States; Supports the Québec government’s 2030 energy roadmap
March 14, 2025 Read Full Article
Commission Approves a €400 Million Austrian State Aid Scheme, and a €36 Million Lithuanian State Aid Scheme, to Support Renewable Hydrogen Production
(European Commission) The European Commission has approved, under EU State aid rules, a €400 million Austrian State aid scheme, and a €36 million Lithuanian State aid scheme, to support the production of renewable hydrogen through the European Hydrogen Bank's “Auctions-as-a-Service” tool for the
March 14, 2025 Read Full Article
Germany: TotalEnergies and RWE Join Forces on Green Hydrogen to Decarbonize the Leuna Refinery
(TotalEnergies) 30,000 tons a year of green hydrogen supplied to TotalEnergies’ Leuna refinery; 300,000 tons a year of CO2 emissions prevented at the Leuna refinery; The largest green hydrogen contract with an electrolyzer in Germany -- In line with its 2030 ambition
March 14, 2025 Read Full Article
India Needs Rs 2500 Crore Investment to Achieve 5% Biodiesel Blending by 2030: Ind-Ra
by Sarthak Mahajan (Auto Professional) A report by India Ratings and Research highlights the need for supply chain development, policy support, and investment to meet biodiesel blending targets, as progress remains slow due to feedstock challenges and economic viability concerns. India Ratings and Research
March 14, 2025 Read Full Article
Brazil and Norway Unveil Green Shipping Corridor Plan
by Naida Hakirevic Prevljak (Offshore Energy) Brazil and Norway have decided to establish a green shipping corridor between the two countries in an effort to contribute to zero-carbon emission targets in maritime transport. -- Silvio Costa Filho, the Minister of Ports and
March 13, 2025 Read Full Article
Rolls-Royce and CirculAIRity Ink LOI on Synthetic SAF
(Runway Girl Network) Rolls-Royce and CirculAIRity have signed a letter of intent and will be working together on their joint commitment to energy transition. The two organisations will be promoting Rolls-Royce technology, with CirculAIRity synthetic fuels, as a strategic national capability for
March 13, 2025 Read Full Article
Rolls-Royce and CirculAIRity Ink LOI on Synthetic SAF
(Runway Girl Network) Rolls-Royce and CirculAIRity have signed a letter of intent and will be working together on their joint commitment to energy transition. The two organisations will be promoting Rolls-Royce technology, with CirculAIRity synthetic fuels, as a strategic national capability for
March 13, 2025 Read Full Article
WasteFuel and ITC Commence Front-End Engineering Design on World-Leading Green Methanol Facility in Ankara, Türkiye
(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
March 12, 2025 Read Full Article
GB Railfreight to Run Drax Services Exclusively on HVO in 2025
(GB Railfreight) GB Railfreight (GBRf), one of the UK’s leading transporters of goods for businesses and consumers, has signed a 12-month agreement with leading renewable energy company Drax to use Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil (HVO) for its rail freight services. Throughout 2025,
March 11, 2025 Read Full Article
Thailand’s Ethanol Revolution: Can Biofuels Deliver on Climate Goals?
by Hong Wai Onn (Dialogue Earth/Eco-Business) Advances in biofuels could cement Thailand’s role as a regional leader in renewable energy. -- Since the late 1970s, Thailand has recognised the need for a domestically produced transport fuel. Seeking to reduce reliance on imported fossil
March 11, 2025 Read Full Article
Energy-Efficiency Measures and Technologies
(DNV) Gain insights into key solutions and strategies for maritime's decarbonization journey -- Decarbonization targets have become more ambitious, and regulations more stringent. Action needs to be taken to reduce emissions today and energy efficiency measures can deliver short-term emissions reductions, while
March 06, 2025 Read Full Article
Sen. Jasinski: Sustainable Aviation Fuel Bill Will Create Jobs, Open New Markets for Minnesota Farmers
(Minnesota Senate Republican Caucus) Minnesota is poised to be a global leader in sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) production, and Senator John Jasinski (Faribault) is making sure the state seizes that opportunity with a bill (SF 1312) that offers a significant expansion of tax
March 04, 2025 Read Full Article
Passengers to Enjoy Greener Air Travel as UK Backs Sustainable Fuel Production Public Comment DEADLINE March 31, 2025
(U.K. Department for Transport and Mike Kane MP) Have your say on how the sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) revenue certainty mechanism could be funded. -- air travel to become greener as government introduces industry-led price guarantee to boost sustainable aviation fuel supply while keeping
March 04, 2025 Read Full Article
Using Biofuels to Navigate Compliance with FuelEU
by John Snyder (Riviera) WOMAR Logistics chief operating officer Manish Jain sees biodiesel as the best alternative fuel choice for small tankers to comply with FuelEU Maritime, but has concerns about availability, storage and contamination -- When it comes to complying with
March 04, 2025 Read Full Article
NOPA to DOE: Sustainable Maritime Fuel Definition Must Include Biofuels
by Samantha Paul (Grain Journal) The National Oilseed Processors Association (NOPA) called on the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) to include oilseed-derived domestic biomass-based renewable fuels such as biodiesel and renewable diesel in any definition of Sustainable Maritime Fuel. “NOPA members’ oilseed
March 04, 2025 Read Full Article
Lloyd’s Register Fuel Advisory Body Reports Significant Increase in Biofuel Usage to Meet GHG Reduction Targets
(Ship Management) The latest analysis from Lloyd’s Register’s Fuel Oil Bunkering Analysis and Advisory Service (FOBAS) highlights a significant increase in biofuel usage, primarily driven by EU and IMO regulations, including the Mediterranean SOx (Sulphur Oxides) Emission Control Area (SECA) coming
March 04, 2025 Read Full Article
Costa Rica Replaces Fossil Fuels with Biofuels
(Prensa Latina) An old Costa Rican project on the introduction of biofuels instead of the current fossil fuels, is rescued today by government authorities. -- The initiative now responds to a request to the Legislative Assembly by the country’s vice president, Stephan
March 03, 2025 Read Full Article
The Digest’s 2025 Multi-Slide Guide to Sustainable Marine Fuels
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) This deck provides a brief overview of the shipping industry, highlighting its significant role in global trade and its substantial contribution to greenhouse gas emissions. The presentation deck emphasizes the need for sustainable marine fuels to
March 03, 2025 Read Full Article
Portugal: EIB finances Galp’s Renewable Hydrogen and Biofuels Projects in Sines with €430 million
(European Investment Bank) - The two projects, already in construction at the Sines Refinery, represent a total investment of €650 million. - The Biofuels unit, financed with €250 million, will produce low-carbon fuels essential for the decarbonization of transport. - The renewable
February 28, 2025 Read Full Article
KLM Urges EU for Stricter Sustainable Aviation Fuel Policies
by Maya Derrick (Energy Digital) KLM calls on the EU to enhance e-SAF policies, aiming to boost sustainable aviation through significant investments and leadership -- Europe is poised at a transformative junction, reshaping aviation's future. The Draghi report casts a spotlight on three
February 28, 2025 Read Full Article
Paulig Cuts Greenhouse Gas Emissions in Green Coffee and Spices Ocean Freight by 90%
(Paulig) Paulig has established long-term partnerships with multiple logistics carriers to switch to biofuel option for all ocean imports, reducing its ocean freight emissions by 90% and saving approximately 10,000 tonnes of CO2 emissions each year. Paulig’s main ocean imports include
February 27, 2025 Read Full Article
Chinese Biomethanol Producers Target Marine Fuel Market
by Malcolm Goh and Lauren Moffitt (Argus Media) Chinese green energy firms have been developing biomethanol plants to supply the maritime sector, and view green methanol as an attractive option to decarbonise shipping, said speakers at the Argus Green Marine Fuels Asia conference
February 27, 2025 Read Full Article
Commission Approves €2.3 Billion Finnish State Aid Scheme to Foster the Transition to a Net-Zero Economy
(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
February 27, 2025 Read Full Article
Danish Topsoe Signs Agreement with FatHopes Energy to Explore Sustainable Aviation Fuel Production in Malaysia
by Gregers Møller (ScandAsia) Danish carbon reduction technology leader Topsoe has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Malaysia-based FatHopes Energy to assess the feasibility of developing a Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) refinery in Malaysia. The partnership aims to utilize waste-based oils,
February 26, 2025 Read Full Article
Establishment of a Joint Venture for the Production and Sale of Bioethanol and Other Products from Woody Biomass
(Sumitomo Corporation) Nippon Paper Industries, Sumitomo Corporation and Green Earth Institute aim for the stable supply of raw materials for domestically produced SAF, with production starting in 2027 -- Nippon Paper Industries Co., Ltd. (Head Office: Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo; President and Representative Director:
February 24, 2025 Read Full Article
Germany Backs Morocco’s OCP Green Hydrogen Plant with $32 Million
(North Africa Post) Germany is backing Morocco’s green hydrogen production with a $32 million (€30 million) investment in OCP Group’s green hydrogen plant in Jorf. The funding by the German PtX Development Fund is intended to support sustainable fertilizer manufacturing, according
February 21, 2025 Read Full Article
EODev Receives First-Ever Type Approval Certificate for the REXH2®
(EODev) The REXH2®fuel cell marime system certified -- EODev (Energy Observer Developments) is proud to announce that its REXH2® hydrogen fuel cell system has received the Type Approval Certificate (TAC) from Bureau Veritas Marine & Offshore, a leading maritime classification society. This certification, the first
February 20, 2025 Read Full Article
Haffner Energy and ATOBA Energy Collaborate to Unlock the SAF Value Chain and Scale the Market
(ATOBA Energy/Haffner Energy) Haffner Energy, a leading solid biomass-to-clean fuels solutions provider, and ATOBA Energy, a SAF aggregator committed to unlocking the Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) value chain by solving the financial dilemma between producers and final offtakers, are joining forces
February 20, 2025 Read Full Article
COMMENTARY: Bridging the Hydrogen and eSAF policy gap in the UK and EU
by Tim Moxham (GreenAir News) This year marks a pivotal moment for aviation as the EU and UK sustainable aviation fuel mandates take effect, requiring jet fuel producers to reduce carbon emissions by blending SAF into their fuel. With this, the
February 19, 2025 Read Full Article
Enagás Will Invest 4.035 Billion Euros by 2030, with Green Hydrogen as the Pillar of Its Growth
(Enagás) 2024 results: The company’s recurring net profit - excluding the impact of asset rotation and the Gasoducto Sur Peruano (GSP) award - reached 310.1 million euros in 2024, 3.2% higher than in 2023 The sale of the stake in Tallgrass Energy allowed
February 19, 2025 Read Full Article
With 2050 Net-Zero Goal on Horizon, Momentum Builds for Biofuel in Japan
(Japan Times) A proposal to promote use of biofuel in the transportation sector is gaining attention as the country faces mounting pressure to accelerate decarbonization efforts and achieve the government's target of net-zero carbon dioxide emissions by 2050. In November last year,
February 19, 2025 Read Full Article
5 Takeaways in the EU’s Big Agriculture (and Food) Vision
by Bartosz Brzeziński and Alessandro Ford (Politico Pro) The European Commission published its long-term “vision” for the European Union’s agriculture and food policy on Wednesday, setting out ambitions for a sector that has been at the center of political protests, trade tensions and
February 19, 2025 Read Full Article
Wallenius Wilhelmsen Conducts First Biofuel Bunkering in Japan
(Wallenius Wilhelmsen) Wallenius Wilhelmsen has successfully completed its first biofuel bunkering trial in Japan, marking a significant step in the company’s global decarbonization efforts. -- At the Port of Yokohama, the M/V Tamesis bunkered 400 metric tons of Bio Bunker B24
February 18, 2025 Read Full Article
Major Companies Advocate for Biomethane Rollout to Support Decarbonisation Pathways
(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
February 18, 2025 Read Full Article
EU Approves €111.7M Greek State Aid for Motor Oil Hellas to Boost Renewable Hydrogen Production
(Fuel Cells Works) The European Commission has approved, under EU State aid rules, a €111.7 million Greek measure to support Motor Oil Hellas, a Greek refinery company, to produce renewable hydrogen. The measure will contribute to the decarbonization of the mobility and
February 17, 2025 Read Full Article
USA: 35 Billion Gallons of Sustainable Aviation Fuels and 1 Million Jobs in 2050
(UABIO) The country aims to replace 100% of its domestic aviation fuels consumption with SAF by 2050. For the SAF platform, we prepared an article on the prospects for sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) in the United States. The United States could reach, by
February 15, 2025 Read Full Article
ICAO Presses Ahead with Decarbonization Funding Platform
by Alan Dron (Aviation Week) The International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) is proceeding with creation of a new platform designed to connect aviation sustainability projects with investors. Secretary-general Juan Carlos Salazar signed a letter of intent to set up the ICAO Finvest
February 14, 2025 Read Full Article
Kassø Power-to-X Achieves Milestone with First Production of Green Hydrogen
(Fuel Cells Works) Kassø Power-to-X has successfully produced its first batch of green hydrogen, setting the stage for future e-methanol production, a crucial development in Europe's shift towards renewable energy sources. Kassø Power-to-X, a key player in the renewable energy sector, has
February 14, 2025 Read Full Article
Gevo and Axens Partner to Broaden Their Alliance to Develop and Commercialize Bio-Based Renewable Hydrocarbon Fuels and Also Develop Gevo’s ETO Technology
(Gevo/Globe Newswire) Gevo, Inc. (NASDAQ: GEVO) and Axens (“Axens”) are pleased to announce they have formed a new strategic alliance to accelerate development and commercialization of sustainable aviation fuel (“SAF”) using the ethanol-to-jet (“ETJ”) pathway. The goal of the alliance is
February 14, 2025 Read Full Article
Alpine Enter ‘Historic Collaboration’ with Eni to test New Biofuels and Explore Wider Energy Solutions
(F1) Alpine have announced a reunion with Eni ahead of the 2025 Formula 1 season, as the Italian company become the team’s Official Energy and Fuel Partner under a multi-year deal. Eni sponsored one of the Enstone-based operation’s previous guises back in
February 13, 2025 Read Full Article
Honeywell and AM Green Collaborate to Advance Carbon Capture and Sustainable Aviation Fuel in India
(Honeywell) Collaboration seeks efficient ways to decarbonize aviation and shipping sectors and will help position India as a global leader in alternative fuel production -- Honeywell (NASDAQ: HON) and AM Green today signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) during India Energy Week 2025 to
February 12, 2025 Read Full Article
Let Green Gas Count: 144 Companies and Associations Globally Call for Clarity on the Role of Market Instruments for Renewable Gases in the Greenhouse Gas Protocol
(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
February 11, 2025 Read Full Article
Using Hydrous Ethanol for Locomotive Engines
(Argonne National Laboratory) Reducing rail emissions through a dual fuel approach. -- Hydrous ethanol is a renewable alcohol-based biofuel which can serve as a dual fuel to help decarbonize locomotive engines. Through partnership with Progress Rail, a Caterpillar company, Argonne researchers are developing
February 11, 2025 Read Full Article
SSE Commits to Delivering Next Generation of Power at Historic Tarbert Site
(SSE Thermal) SSE Thermal, part of the integrated energy group SSE plc, has taken a final investment decision to build Tarbert Next Generation Power Station – opening a new chapter in the site’s proud energy story. The 300MW plant in County Kerry
February 11, 2025 Read Full Article
DOE's Carbon Dioxide Removal: Purpose, Approaches, and Recommendations Draft Report for Public Comment DEADLINE April 1, 2025
(U.S. Department of Energy) As part of the Energy Act of 2020 (P.L 116-260, 42 USC 16298e), Congress directed the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) to deliver a report on carbon dioxide removal (CDR). To inform this report, DOE organized an Interagency
February 10, 2025 Read Full Article
Japan’s First: NYK Runs Biofuel Trial on Coal Carrier for Domestic Power Utility Company
by Ajsa Habibic (Offshore Energy) In line with efforts to promote decarbonization in maritime transport, Japanese shipping major NYK Line has conducted the first biofuel test run on its coal carrier for a domestic power utility company. The biofuel trial started on
February 10, 2025 Read Full Article
Webinar: The State of Renewable Chemicals & Materials
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) This presentation from the ABLC Connect series on Digest TV analyzes the renewable chemicals and materials sector. Consumer demand exists, but lack of government incentives hinders biobased production. While innovation is strong, challenges remain, including high costs, limited capacity, and financing difficulties. The presentation
February 07, 2025 Read Full Article
Foment del Treball Will Fly More Sustainably with SAF Supplied by Vueling
(Foment) With this agreement, a pioneer in Spain, Vueling will supply the European airport network with the amount of SAF necessary to mitigate the emissions generated by the travel of Foment del Treball employees and managers. Foment del Treball will become
February 07, 2025 Read Full Article
Monitoring the Deployment of Advanced Biofuel Demonstration Facilities
(IEA Bioenergy) Decarbonizing the transport sector is critical for achieving global climate and energy targets due to its significant contribution to greenhouse gas emissions and reliance on fossil fuels. Biofuels, in particular advanced biofuels, play a particularly important role in decarbonizing transport
February 06, 2025 Read Full Article
Clean Energy Technology Observatory, Renewable Fuels of Non-Biological Origin in the European Union
(European Union) Status report on technology development, trends, value chains and markets : 2024 -- This report investigates the status and trend of Renewable Fuels of Non-Biological Origin (RFNBO), except hydrogen, which are needed to cover part of the EU’s demand for
February 06, 2025 Read Full Article
Another Intense Year for Waste-Based and Advanced Biofuels Regulation
(Biofuels International) Angel Alvarez Alberdi, EWABA’s Secretary General, outlines what he thinks will be the main biofuel trends in the year ahead. This year will be a particularly consequential year for the waste-based and advanced biofuels industry, if there ever was
February 05, 2025 Read Full Article
Moeve Supplies Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) to Norwegian
(Moeve) Norwegian and Moeve commit to promoting the development of sustainable aviation fuel with the signing of a supply contract; Moeve produces SAF at its La Rábida Energy Park (Huelva) from used cooking oils. The company already supplies SAF at Spain’s main
February 05, 2025 Read Full Article
Jord and Votion Biorefineries Partner to Convert C4-Grass Biomass into Biocrude and Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF)
(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
February 05, 2025 Read Full Article
Singapore Airlines Group and Aether Fuels Sign Memorandum of Understanding for Sustainable Aviation Fuel
(Aether Fuels) The Singapore Airlines (SIA) Group has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to potentially source neat sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) from Aether Fuels (Aether), a climate technology firm that plans to set up SAF production plants in the United States of
February 05, 2025 Read Full Article
Comstock Fuels and SACL Execute Definitive Commercial Agreements
(Comstock Fuels) Expands Licensing Agreement into Malaysia for SAF and Other Renewable Fuels -- Comstock Inc. (NYSE: LODE) (“Comstock” and the “Company”) today announced the execution of definitive agreements between Comstock Fuels Corporation (“Comstock Fuels”) and SACL Pte. Limited (“SACL”), a Singapore-based
February 04, 2025 Read Full Article
Sasol, Anglo American and De Beers to Pilot Renewable Diesel in South Africa
By Nqobile Dludla (Reuters) South African petrochemicals company Sasol (SOLJ.J), mining group Anglo American (AAL.L) and its diamond business De Beers entered into a joint development agreement on Tuesday (February 4, 2025) to pilot the production of renewable diesel from vegetable oil. Under the terms
February 04, 2025 Read Full Article
BRK Technology - Groundbreaking MoU Drive Global Shift towards Sustainable Algal Biofuels
(BRK Technology/EIN Presswire) BRK Technology to partner with energy firm to develop scalable algal biofuels for reducing carbon emissions in heavy transport sectors. -- BRK Technology Co., Limited, a leading innovator in the field of algal biofuels committed to decarbonization of heavy
February 03, 2025 Read Full Article
EU Invests over €1.2 Billion in Cross-Border Infrastructure Contributing to Build our Energy Union and to Boost Competitiveness
(European Commission) The Commission will allocate almost €1.25 billion in grants from the Connecting Europe Facility (CEF) to 41 cross-border energy infrastructure projects, which have obtained the status of Projects of Common Interest and Projects of Mutual Interest (PCIs and PMIs) in 2024 under the Trans-European Networks for Energy (TEN-E) policy framework. This is
February 03, 2025 Read Full Article
DHL Express and Cosmo Oil Marketing Sign Deal to Drive Further Usage of Sustainable Aviation Fuel in Japan
(DHL Group) The deal represents an annual purchase of 7.2 million litres of SAF, which DHL Express will use for its regular cargo shipping services starting in April 2025, marking the first such initiative for the international express industry in Asia. Annual
February 03, 2025 Read Full Article
Increasing Demand for Ethanol: Ships, Planes, Trains–Have We Forgotten about the Automobile?
Doug Durante (Clean Fuels Development Coalition/South Dakota Farmers Union) There is an old saying usually attributed to politicians that isn’t exactly the king’s English, but the message is clear: “Dance With the One That Brung Ya” – meaning stay with what
February 03, 2025 Read Full Article
Repsol Will Invest More than €800 Million in the Tarragona Ecoplant, a Pioneering Project in Europe to Produce Renewable Methanol
(Repsol) • Repsol has approved a historic investment in the Spanish region of Catalonia to build the first plant in Europe to transform urban waste into renewable methanol - a fuel that will help decarbonize transport - as well as circular
February 03, 2025 Read Full Article
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