(Equinor) Equinor has entered into a 2-year bio-methanol supply agreement with Wallenius Wilhelmsen, a major global player in shipping and vehicle logistics, supporting a growing marine segment for low-carbon fuels. Soon bio-methanol from Equinor will fuel ships that are bringing cars and
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Back TO HOMEEquilibrion and Rolls-Royce SMR announce collaboration to advance the development of Sustainable Aviation Fuel using nuclear energy
(Equilibrion) Equilibrion and Rolls-Royce SMR have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to collaborate on a technical and economic assessment, to better understand the opportunity for nuclear powered Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) using Small Modular Reactors (SMRs). The Rolls-Royce SMR is designed to
March 12, 2026 Read Full Article
Stargate Hydrogen Signs the First Partnership in the UK with Seacht Group.
(Stargate Hydrogen) Agreement with Seacht Group marks the company’s entry into the UK hydrogen market -- Stargate Hydrogen today (March 2, 2026) announced a partnership with Seacht Group, marking its first partnership in the United Kingdom. The agreement is a key step in Stargate Hydrogen’s
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The Digest’s 2026 Multi-Slide Guide to Bioenergy in the EU
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) Bioenergy now accounts for over 60% of the EU’s renewable energy supply, proving crucial for offsetting the region’s 70% reliance on fossil fuels. The newly updated RED III directive significantly tightens biomass sustainability criteria and raises the binding
March 12, 2026 Read Full Article
£271 Million to Clean up Shipping and Power Coastal Communities
(UK Department for Transport and Keir Mather MP) This funding will boost skilled jobs and coastal economies, and forms part of a £448 million commitment to clean maritime funding. over £270 million investment for greener shipping and ports across the UK, supporting skilled jobs
March 12, 2026 Read Full Article
CO₂ to E-Methanol, Aviation Fuels and Speciality Chemicals: Six Nominees Announced for the “Best CO₂ Utilisation 2026” Innovation Award
(Renewable Carbon News/nova Institute) The CO2-based Fuels and Chemicals Conference 2026 taking place in Cologne (Germany) and online on 28-29 April 2026 offers a central stage for technologies that convert CO₂ into fuels, chemical intermediates and materials. Six companies that develop unique technologies
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Axens Signs Memorandum Of Understanding with Airbus on SAF Development
(Axens) Axens has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Airbus to strengthen their cooperation in the development and deployment of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF), a key pillar for decarbonizing the aviation sector. Building on their respective leadership in renewable fuels
March 11, 2026 Read Full Article
Repsol Aims to Increase Renewable Fuel Production to 1.5 Million Metric Tons Annually by 2028
by Erin Krueger (Biodiesel Magazine) Spain-based multinational energy company Repsol on March 10 announced plans to invest up to EUR 10 billion ($11.61 billion) in its operations through 2028, with a portion of that investment dedicated to low-carbon projects, including renewable
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The Digest’s 2026 Multi-Slide Guide to Bioenergy in Canada
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) Canada’s bioenergy sector is expanding rapidly, backed by CAD$1.5 billion from the Clean Fuels Fund and the Clean Fuel Regulations, which target a 15% carbon intensity reduction by 2030. While fossil fuels still dominate its overall energy
March 11, 2026 Read Full Article
The Digest’s 2026 Multi-Slide Guide to Cellulosic Ethanol Commercialization
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) Despite early momentum, global cellulosic ethanol operational capacity peaked around 2015 and has stabilized near 40 facilities due to persistent economic and technical barriers, including high enzyme costs and complex feedstocks. Regional deployment varies significantly: Brazil leads
March 10, 2026 Read Full Article
thyssenkrupp Uhde Selected for Biomass-to-Methanol Technology Integration Study for Nova Sustainable Fuels in Canada
(thyssenkrupp Uhde) Planned capacity: 450,000 metric tons of bio-methanol; Uhde’s high-efficiency PRENFLO gasifier and advanced methanol synthesis technology thyssenkrupp Uhde has been awarded a contract by Halifax-based Nova Sustainable Fuels (NSF) to perform an integration and optimization study for NSF’s biomass-to-methanol project in
March 09, 2026 Read Full Article
From Roadmap to Bankable Projects: Turning the EU Sustainable Transport Investment Plan into Action
(United Nations Environment Program Finance Initiative) In November 2025, the European Commission announced the Sustainable Transport Investment Plan (STIP), a roadmap under the EU Clean Industrial Deal to mobilize funding for the decarbonization of the aviation and waterborne transport sectors. The aviation
March 06, 2026 Read Full Article
Why Small Hydrogen Markets Are Likely to Shrink
by Michael Barnard (Clean Technica) Someone recently asked me about small, distributed hydrogen use cases and whether those markets might eventually be served by imported green methanol cracked onsite to produce hydrogen. The idea is not irrational. Hydrogen is difficult to
March 06, 2026 Read Full Article
A European Declaration of Independence
by David Carpintero (ePURE/Ethanol Producer Magazine) As dramatic geopolitical repositioning requires Europe to think more about its resilience, competitiveness and independence, there has never been a more important time for the EU to adopt policies that make the best use of strategic
March 05, 2026 Read Full Article
Swindon Vehicles to Soon Run on Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil
by Michael Ribbeck (Swindon Advertiser) Hundreds of council vehicles will soon be running on hydrotreated vegetable oil (HVO). Swindon Borough Council will introduce HVO across its fleet starting next month, aiming to cut carbon dioxide emissions by up to 90 per cent. The
March 03, 2026 Read Full Article
Forest Biomass in the United States: What Scales and What Doesn’t
by Alexander A. Koukoulas (A2K Consultants/Biofuels Digest) Forest biomass has long been positioned as a cornerstone of the U.S. bioeconomy. The logic is compelling: abundant working forests, a mature forest products industry, deep technical expertise, and increasing pressure to decarbonize materials, fuels,
March 03, 2026 Read Full Article
How Leading Container Ports Deliver Resilience and Future Growth
(DNV) With maritime transport continuing to underpin global trade, ports are entering a period of rapid transformation. A recent report by DNV and Menon Economics highlights the profound developments under way at key ports and examines forward-thinking strategies to secure long-term
March 02, 2026 Read Full Article
NorthStandard White Paper Provides Expert Group Guide on Biofuel Path to Decarbonisation
(NorthStandard) ‘Biofuels – Driving the green transition’ brings together insights from NorthStandard, supplier World Fuel and leading testing agency Veritas Petroleum Services (VPS), in a unique discussion document outlining biofuel uptake, potential issues and loss prevention measures. Many owner-operators who seek a drop-in
March 01, 2026 Read Full Article
The Government Adapts the Regulatory Framework for Green Hydrogen Aid and Approves New Guidelines for the Decarbonization of Industrial Heat within European Auctions as a Service
(Ministry for Ecological Transition and the Demographic Challenge) In its second participation in the European Hydrogen Bank's AaaS scheme, Spain is contributing 440.5 million to finance more national renewable H2 production projects It is also contributing €50 million to the first European
February 26, 2026 Read Full Article
Siemens and CAPHENIA Accelerate Scale-up of Sustainable Aviation Fuel
(Siemens) Siemens becomes preferred automation and digitalization partner; Agreement aims at jointly accelerating the energy transition and covers broad scope of Siemens Xcelerator portfolio; Siemens supports CAPHENIA from pilot plant to commercial scale-up Siemens and the cleantech company CAPHENIA have entered a partnership to
February 26, 2026 Read Full Article
RFA’s Cooper Calls for Year-Round E15, Highlights Record Ethanol Production at 31st Annual National Ethanol Conference
(Renewable Fuels Association) Speaking to attendees at the 31st annual National Ethanol Conference in Orlando, Renewable Fuels Association President and CEO Geoff Cooper celebrated a record-breaking year for the U.S. ethanol industry while urging Congress and the Trump administration to fully
February 26, 2026 Read Full Article
State Regulators Push to Elevate RNG as Strategic Energy Resource
(BioCycle Magazine) A growing coalition of state utility regulators is seeking to formally recognize renewable natural gas (RNG) as a strategic energy resource, signaling a potential shift in how RNG is positioned within broader state and federal energy planning frameworks. According to a
February 25, 2026 Read Full Article
IICA Launches 1st Edition of Diploma Program in Liquid Biofuels Begins April 27, 2026 Application DEADLINE April 3, 2026
(Guyana Times) The Inter-American Institute for Cooperation on Agriculture (IICA) on Tuesday (February 24, 2026) announced the launch of the first edition of the Diploma Program in Liquid Biofuels, an academic initiative designed to strengthen technical training in a sector that
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GB Railfreight and HyOrc Sign MOU to Advance Rail Decarbonisation in the UK
(HyOrc/Globe Newswire) GB Railfreight (GBRf), one of the UK’s leading rail freight operators, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with US clean technology company HyOrc Corporation (OTCQB: HYOR). The collaboration, known as Project Phoenix, will define a pilot pathway to
February 25, 2026 Read Full Article
Hapag-Lloyd and DSV Expand Decarbonisation Partnership with 18,000 Tonnes CO₂e Agreement
(DSV) Two-year framework agreement signed for the reduction of Scope 3 emissions18,000 tonnes CO₂e emission reductions contracted; Agreement is the first of its kind that allows the inclusion of alternative fuels -- Hapag-Lloyd and DSV have signed a two-year Ship Green framework agreement
February 25, 2026 Read Full Article
Exomad Green, Senken Announce 105,000-Ton Carbon-Removal Agreement Destined for Aviation
(Exomad Green/Biobased Diesel Daily) Exomad Green, the largest durable carbon-dioxide removal (CDR) supplier, announced Feb. 12 a new multiyear offtake agreement with Senken covering 105,000 metric tons of permanently removed CO2 across the 2026-’28 period. The credits are destined for deployment within
February 24, 2026 Read Full Article
DHL Group Adds New Sustainability Milestones in Asia Pacific Across Skies and Streets
(DHL Group) Strategic SAF agreements signed with Cathay, Cosmo Energy and Neste; Currently operates over 1,800 electric vehicles across the region; Added the first facility globally that is fully powered by renewable energy powered by on-site solar systems in Bangna, Thailand DHL Group has
February 24, 2026 Read Full Article
Bentley Motors Leads the Way by Committing to the Use of 100 per cent Sustainable Aviation Fuel for Airfreight
(Bentley Motors) Pioneering commitment to Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) for customer car airfreight; Committed use brings significant lifecycle CO₂e reductions; Supporting Beyond100+ strategy to decarbonise the value chain and long-term Net Zero ambition (Crewe, 19 February 2026) Bentley Motors has announced that it will use
February 24, 2026 Read Full Article
Brazil’s Superior Court of Justice Ruling Preserves RenovaBio Rules, Reinforces Legal Certainty for Fuel Sector
by Ron Kotrba (Biobased Diesel Daily) The decision by Brazil’s Superior Court of Justice Feb. 3 to suspend preliminary injunctions that allowed the replacement of the mandatory purchase of decarbonization credits (CBios) with judicial deposits represents a milestone for strengthening RenovaBio,
February 24, 2026 Read Full Article
CADO SAF Registry, 123Carbon, and Assure SAF Registry Collaborate on Interoperability Pilot to Strengthen SAF Attribute Integrity across Sectors
(123Carbon) The Civil Aviation Decarbonization Organization (CADO), 123Carbon, and Assure SAF Registry have agreed to collaborate to implement interoperability between their respective Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) registries. The focus of the collaboration is to exchange verified SAF attribute integrity information among
February 24, 2026 Read Full Article
HIF Global and German eFuel One GmbH Sign Heads of Agreement for e-Methanol Offtake
(HIF Global) The agreement covers the annual supply of 100,000 tons of e-Methanol from HIF Global’s growing portfolio of production facilities, strengthening the clean fuel offering for clients, supporting global decarbonization and energy security. HIF Global, the world’s leading producer of e‑fuels,
February 24, 2026 Read Full Article
Promoting Sustainable Aviation Fuels across Southeast Asian Nations
(GHD) GHD delivered a regional techno-economic assessment for the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) to explore the potential for producing sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) from agricultural and forestry waste. ASEAN is a regional organisation made up of 10 Southeast Asian
February 24, 2026 Read Full Article
SAFc Registry Surpasses 500,000 Metric Tons of CO₂e Abated
(Rocky Mountain Institute) Registry designed to support sustainable aviation fuel buildout celebrates milestone as emissions reductions connected to environmental attribute certificates top equivalent of 255,000 JFK-Heathrow round trips. -- The SAFc Registry, an independent, not-for-profit registry designed to bring transparency and consistency
February 24, 2026 Read Full Article
European Competitiveness at Risk: Scaling Sustainable Biomethane a Strategic Imperative
(European Biogas Association) Europe’s continued reliance on imported fossil fuels remains a critical strategic vulnerability, leaving industry exposed to price volatility and supply disruptions. Reducing this dependence by scaling up our own sustainable energy sources is essential to strengthen economic resilience,
February 23, 2026 Read Full Article
The Digest’s 2026 Multi-Slide Guide to Overcoming Barriers for Maritime Biofuels
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) With shipping accounting for 3% of global emissions, IEA Bioenergy Task 39 targets net-zero by 2050. To meet a projected 2030 demand of 18–28 million tonnes of biofuel, the sector requires €18 billion in investment across
February 23, 2026 Read Full Article
Documentary Committee to Convene on 25 February for Adoption of Key Contracts and Clauses: Biofuel Clause for Time Charter Parties
(BIMCO) BIMCO's Documentary Committee (DC) will meet online on 25 February 2026 to consider several significant contractual developments, including a new Biofuel Clause for Time Charter Parties, a new ETS – BARECON Emission Trading Scheme Allowances Clause, and an updated version
February 22, 2026 Read Full Article
Bayer Launches newgold® — A New Multi-Crop Seed Brand Designed to Connect Agriculture to the Low-Carbon Fuel Economy
(Bayer) Bayer today (February 19, 2026) announced the launch of newgold® seed, its first multi-crop seed brand developed specifically for low-carbon intensity crops, designed to help farmers participate directly in the fast-growing biofuels market while enhancing opportunities for farm profitability. As demand
February 21, 2026 Read Full Article
$24M for Climate-Neutral Flight: Metafuels Brings Synthetic Aviation Fuel to Market at Commercial Scale
(UVC Partners) Global sustainable aviation fuel production must increase more than 150-fold by 2050 to meet projected aviation demand – a scale that bio-based fuels alone cannot deliver. Metafuels, a Swiss aviation technology company, is addressing this challenge with a synthetic methanol-to-jet
February 20, 2026 Read Full Article
Montana Renewables and World Energy Join Forces to Drive Efficiency and Scale in Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) Deliveries
(Calumet/PR Newswire) Agreement signals ongoing growth of Sustainable Aviation Fuel market -- Montana Renewables, LLC (MRL) and World Energy Clean Fuels LLC (World Energy) today announced a Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) agreement that will deliver more than 70 million gallons of SAF
February 20, 2026 Read Full Article
Brazil Could Be a Leading Player in Corn Ethanol Production.
by Arthur Bambin (CNN Brazil) Increased production opens up new markets for Brazil, especially in the maritime transport sector. -- Inpasa's marketing and communications director, Renato Teixeira, highlighted the growth in corn ethanol production in Brazil and the importance of the product in
February 19, 2026 Read Full Article
The Digest’s 2026 Multi-Slide Guide to Australian LCLF Feedstocks
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) This roadmap highlights Australia’s pivotal role in the global low-carbon liquid fuel (LCLF) shift, driven by over 140 countries adopting net-zero targets. It outlines three strategic horizons for grain growers: expanding exportable oilseed production immediately, intensifying
February 19, 2026 Read Full Article
Yanmar Takes a Major Step Toward a Low-Carbon Marine Future
(Yanmar) Yanmar Power Solutions Co., Ltd., a group company of Yanmar Holdings, is advancing the development of next-generation fuel compatible engines to help realize a decarbonized society. In anticipation of increased production of marine and land-use engines in the future, the
February 19, 2026 Read Full Article
Jamaica Moves Forward on Alternative Marine Fuels Following National Stakeholder Workshop
(Ship Management International) The Maritime Authority of Jamaica, in collaboration with the IMO, recently held a National Stakeholder Workshop exploring Jamaica’s potential role in the supply and demand of alternative marine fuels as global shipping transitions towards low and zero carbon energy. The workshop
February 19, 2026 Read Full Article
Anaergia, Eni and CREvolution Unveil Breakthrough Platform to Scale Demand for Biodiesel and SAF
(Anaergia/Business Wire) Anaergia, Eni and CREvolution Launch Breakthrough Circular Economy Project at Gela Biorefinery, a first-of-its-kind system positioned to meet surging global demand for cost-effective renewable fuels while establishing a replicable model for HVO industry growth -- Anaergia Inc. (“Anaergia”, the “Company”,
February 18, 2026 Read Full Article
Cargill’s First Green Methanol Dual-Fuel Dry Bulk Vessel Sets Sail
(Sustainability Online) Commodities giant Cargill has announce that its first green methanol dual-fuel dry bulk vessel has commenced operations, the first of a new fleet of ships chartered by the firm as it seeks to reduce maritime emissions and test alternative fuel options. The vessel, Brave
February 17, 2026 Read Full Article
The Sugar Valley Test: Is the 2026 Farm Bill Built for Steel — or Just Paper?
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) California Ethanol + Power’s Sugar Valley Energy project — 160 acres of integrated biorefinery ambition — wants to turn sugarcane into 73 million gallons of low-carbon ethanol, 771 million cubic feet of renewable natural gas, and
February 17, 2026 Read Full Article
Biogenic CO2 from Biomethane for the Decarbonisation of Europe
(UABIO) ... (W)e have prepared a review of a comprehensive document by the European Biogas Association, which explores the possibility of using biogenic CO2 from the biogas sector. This white paper examines the current status and future outlook of biogenic CO2 carbon
February 17, 2026 Read Full Article
Biofuels Are No Longer the Future… They’re the Present
(ResourceWise) ... Looking more closely at how companies talk about decarbonization in practice, a clear pattern is emerging. Biofuels are no longer confined to standalone conversations or introductory explanations. Instead, they are increasingly woven into broader discussions of fuel strategy, carbon-intensity
February 13, 2026 Read Full Article
Rejection of Texas Law Blacklisting 'Woke' BlackRock Could Challenge Anti-ESG Laws in Other States
by Simon Jessop and Ross Kerber (Reuters) Texas judge rules anti-ESG law unconstitutional, violating free speech; Ruling may inspire challenges to similar laws in other states; Anti-ESG laws seen as politically motivated, chilling effect on investors A Texas judge's move to strike down a
February 12, 2026 Read Full Article
First Group of Global Experts for Carbon Accounting Panel
(International Chamber of Commerce) ICC and Carbon Measures today (January 19, 2026) announced the first cohort of experts selected to serve on the Technical Expert Panel on Carbon Accounting, which will define the principles, scope and real-world applications of a carbon
February 12, 2026 Read Full Article
NUS Launches Project to Advance Near-Zero Emissions Ammonia Marine Engines
(National University of Singapore) Industry–academia collaboration to be based at CDE targets decarbonisation of the global shipping industry through new ammonia-fuelled engine concept. A major new industry–academia research collaboration project to be hosted on the CDE campus aims to accelerate the decarbonisation
February 12, 2026 Read Full Article
Hanwha and Baker Hughes Announce Agreement for Joint Development of Ammonia Gas Turbines
(Hanwha) Hanwha is working to advance carbon-free shipping by developing ammonia-powered turbines in collaboration with Baker Hughes, driving innovation in maritime energy solutions -- Hanwha Ocean and Hanwha Power Systems have signed a Joint Development and Collaboration Agreement with Baker Hughes, a
February 12, 2026 Read Full Article
Advanced Biofuels Canada Announces Federal Support for Clean Fuels Awareness Campaign: $97 Million in Investments
(Advanced Biofuels Canada/Canadian Biomass Magazine) Advanced Biofuels Canada Association (ABFC) welcomes the federal announcement of more than $97 million in investments supporting clean transportation across Canada, including new funding for education and awareness initiatives focused on clean transportation across Canada. As part of this
February 11, 2026 Read Full Article
With R$ 148.5 Million, BNDES Supports Bioo's Biomethane Plant in Paraná.
(BNDES News Agency (Goggle translation)) --With resources from the Climate Fund, the unit in Toledo (PR) is expected to prevent 80,000 tons of CO2 equivalent per year from entering the atmosphere. --Produced using organic waste from the agro-industry, the renewable
February 11, 2026 Read Full Article
Cemex Ventures Doubles Down on WtEnergy to Advance Circular Economy and Clean Energy Production
(Cemex Ventures) Cemex Ventures, the corporate venture capital arm of Cemex, announced today (February 9, 2026) a new investment in Waste to Energy Advanced Solutions (WtEnergy), a leading startup specializing in the conversion of non-recyclable solid waste and biomass into clean
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Methanex Corporation: U.K.'s First Commercial Biomethanol Bunkering Service Launches at Port of Immingham
(Finanz Nachrichten/Globe Newswire) Exolum, Methanex Corporation (TSX: MX) (Nasdaq: MEOH) and Ørsted, today (February 10, 2026) announced the launch of the United Kingdom's (U.K.) first commercially ready biomethanol storage and supply service for shipping at the Port of Immingham. The
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Electric Cars Deliver 'No Proven Carbon Savings' in the UK, Scientists Warn in 'Sanity Check' Study
By William Hunter (Daily Mail) EVs produce 30% MORE CO2 emissions in their first two years -- In a new study, described as a 'sanity check' for Britain's Net Zero ambitions, researchers from Queen Mary University say that the push towards EVs is fundamentally
February 11, 2026 Read Full Article
Cemvita, Radix Make Progress in Front-End Engineering for Glycerin-to-Bio-oil Project in Brazil
(Radix/Biobased Diesel Daily) Radix announced Feb. 6 that it and Cemvita are progressing in front-end engineering for a first-of-its-kind circular bio-oil project in Brazil focused on converting crude glycerin, a biodiesel byproduct, into ultra-low carbon-intensity (CI) bio-oil used as a feedstock to produce sustainable
February 10, 2026 Read Full Article
Australia Collaborates with China on Sustainable Aviation
(Adelaide University) Adelaide University has been awarded a $400,000 grant from the National Foundation for Australia-China Relations (NFACR), under the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade, to deliver a sustainable aviation project over the next two years. Announced this week by the
February 10, 2026 Read Full Article
Ethanol’s Next Big Wave: Maritime Transport
by Luke Geiver (Ethanol Producer Magazine) Global logistics provider Maersk wants to work with ethanol producers from around the world to create the next big wave in maritime transport. “Collaboration between shipping and fuel producers is essential to build supply chains that
February 10, 2026 Read Full Article
Ammonia Technology Moves Closer to Powering Deep-Sea Shipping
(DNV) Ammonia propulsion is moving from concept to commercial reality as several engine developers bring dual‑fuel designs to market. Everllence’s new ME‑LGIA engine integrates advanced safety barriers, digital connectivity, and fuel flexibility, marking a significant step towards practical zero‑carbon deep‑sea shipping. As
February 09, 2026 Read Full Article
Indonesia Partners with Japan to Develop Hydrogen Energy
(Asia Today) Indonesia has formally partnered with Japan to accelerate the development of hydrogen energy as part of its broader energy transition strategy and long-term industrial competitiveness agenda. The collaboration underscores Indonesia’s ambition to move beyond decarbonization targets and position itself within
February 09, 2026 Read Full Article
Cathay Achieves Another Year of Record SAF Commitment with Global Partners
(Cathay Pacific) Commitment to SAF has more than doubled year‑on‑year, strengthened by expanding long-term partnerships -- Cathay achieved another milestone year for its Corporate Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) Programme in 2025, as more corporate and cargo customers join forces to decarbonise
February 06, 2026 Read Full Article
First China-France Green Shipping Corridor Opens Doors to Alternative Bunker Fuels Supply Chains
(HAROPA Port/Manifold Times) Haropa Port, Zhejiang Provincial Seaport Group, BV, China Waterborne Transport Research Institute, MSC and TiL signed a strategic deal launching the creation of France-China first green shipping corridor. Haropa Port, Zhejiang Provincial Seaport Group, Bureau Veritas Marine & Offshore
February 05, 2026 Read Full Article
Fuel for Thought: Hydrogen
(Lloyd's Register) Fuel for Thought: Hydrogen is Lloyd’s Register’s definitive guide to the role of hydrogen in the maritime sector’s journey towards decarbonisation. As the industry faces unprecedented pressure to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, hydrogen emerges as a cornerstone of the
February 05, 2026 Read Full Article
LR Issues First Guidance Notes for Onboard Hydrogen Generation as Industry Seeks Regulatory Clarity
(LLoyd's Register) The Guidance Notes provide clear technical direction for the design, installation and integration of onboard hydrogen generators. -- Lloyd’s Register (LR) has published the maritime industry’s first dedicated Guidance Notes for onboard hydrogen generation, providing long-awaited clarity on the safe design
February 05, 2026 Read Full Article
A Multi-Fold Increase in Advanced Biofuel Industrial Capacity Possible by 2030
(European Commission Directorate-General for Research and Innovation) A new report examines how advanced biofuels can contribute to reducing emissions in EU transport as part of the EU’s industrial competitiveness and decarbonisation policy. Advanced biofuels can be sustainably produced domestically, the report concludes, without
February 04, 2026 Read Full Article
Viking Line Continues Its Major Investment in Biogas
(Viking Line) Viking Line is starting 2026 by renewing its offer of travel and transport powered by a high share of renewable European biogas. After multiplying the use of biofuel tenfold last year, the Åland-based shipping company has now secured another year at
February 04, 2026 Read Full Article
The Digest’s 2026 Multi-Slide Guide to Green Plains
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) Green Plains reported strong 3Q 2025 progress, highlighting the completion of its Obion, Tennessee plant sale to repay $130.7 million in debt. The company’s decarbonization strategy is advancing with carbon capture fully operational at its
February 04, 2026 Read Full Article
Brazil Will Host Toyota's New Biofuels Center in Sorocaba: Innovation in Ethanol, Biomethane, and Flex-Fuel R&D Aimed at Decarbonizing Mobility.
by Hilton Liborio (Click Oil and Gas (Google Translation)) Toyota announces a strategic laboratory in the interior of São Paulo state to develop flex-fuel, ethanol, and biomethane technologies, expanding investments in sustainable automotive engineering and energy innovation in Brazil. Toyota has officially confirmed
February 04, 2026 Read Full Article
The Secret to Lowering Food Prices? Renewable Fuels.
by Kip Eideberg (Association of Equipment Manufacturers/The Hill) American agriculture is at a crossroads. With few new free trade agreements in place and global markets increasingly shaped by geopolitical tension, U.S. farmers face shrinking access to international buyers. At the same time,
February 04, 2026 Read Full Article
Repsol Installs Its Second 100-MW Electrolyzer at Petronor
(Repsol) • The new plant for producing renewable hydrogen will require an investment of €292 million. The initiative has been recognised as an Important Project of Common European Interest (IPCEI) by the European Commission and will receive financial support from the Government of Spain through NextGenerationEU funds from
February 03, 2026 Read Full Article
Shipping’s Methane Decarbonisation Pathway Becomes a Clear Runway for the Future
(SEA-LNG) Industry coalition SEA-LNG has published its annual ‘View from the Bridge’ report, highlighting 2025 as a year of strong growth in LNG, liquefied biomethane (LBM/bio-LNG) and e-methane emissions reductions, costs and availability. This year’s report “The Journey” highlights a decade
February 02, 2026 Read Full Article
Ethanol, Biogas Can Accelerate India’s Clean Mobility Transition, Says Maruti Suzuki’s Tarun Aggarwal
by Anurag Chaturvedi, Darshan Nakhwa, & Ketan Thakkar (Autocar Professional) India needs clean mobility that works at scale today, not just EVs, Maruti Suzuki executive says. -- Amid a strong push for electric vehicles, ethanol blending and biogas offer India the fastest and
January 31, 2026 Read Full Article
Embrapa Publishes Studies that Increase Transparency and Refine the Calculation of the Carbon Intensity of Biofuels in Brazil.
(Embrapa (Google Translation)) Articles detail the emissions accounting methodology for RenovaBio and describe the state production profiles of sugarcane, soybeans, and corn, with their respective emissions. The RenovaCalc tool supports the certification of biofuel plants and provides the basis for calculating
January 30, 2026 Read Full Article
ITOCHU Announces Signing of Memorandum of Strategic Partnership for Decarbonization in the Transportation Sector
(ITOCHU) ITOCHU Corporation and Mitsui O.S.K. Lines Execute Japan’s First Environmental Attribute Certificate Trade -- ITOCHU Corporation (headquartered in Minato-ku, Tokyo; Keita Ishii, President & COO; hereinafter “ITOCHU”) announced today (January 9, 2026) that it has signed a memorandum of strategic partnership
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Keppel and Aster Collaborate on One of Asia’s First Commercial-Scale Ethanol-to-Jet Sustainable Aviation Fuel Facilities on Jurong Island
(Keppel) Keppel Ltd., through its Infrastructure Division (Keppel), and Aster have entered into an agreement to jointly assess the development of one of Asia’s first commercial‑scale Ethanol‑to‑Jet (EtJ) Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) facilities on Jurong Island, Singapore. The proposed plant is
January 29, 2026 Read Full Article
Wärtsilä 25 Ammonia Solution Chosen to Advance Decarbonisation of New Skarv Shipping Cargo Vessel
(Wärtsilä) Technology group Wärtsilä will provide its advanced Wärtsilä 25 Ammonia solution to power a new cargo vessel for Norway-based Skarv Shipping Solutions. This vessel, which will be built at the Huanghai shipyard in China, will be the first newbuild to benefit
January 29, 2026 Read Full Article
£43 Million Boost for Green Aviation to Drive Growth, Jobs and Cleaner Flights
(U.K. Department for Transport and The Rt Hon Heidi Alexander MP) The funding will go towards UK research and development projects that help deliver net zero aviation by 2050. up to £43 million will be allocated to green aviation projects, paving the way for airport
January 28, 2026 Read Full Article
XCF Global, Southern Energy Renewables and DevvStream Agree to Binding Term Sheet for Three-Party Merger
(DevvStream/Business Wire) XCF Global, Inc. (“XCF”) (Nasdaq: SAFX), a key player in decarbonizing the aviation industry through sustainable aviation fuel (“SAF”), and DevvStream Corp. (Nasdaq: DEVS) (“DevvStream”), a leading carbon management and environmental-asset monetization firm, today (January 26, 2026) announced that
January 28, 2026 Read Full Article
MOL, SINOPEC, Marubeni sign MOU to establish long-term supply system for marine biodiesel fuel
(MOL Group/Biodiesel Magazine) Mitsui O.S.K. Lines Ltd. on Dec. 11 announced that MOL, China's largest fuel supplier SINOPEC Zhejiang Zhoushan Petroleum Co. Ltd., and Marubeni Corp., which holds the top share in the marine fuel sales market for Japanese shipowners
January 28, 2026 Read Full Article
Haffner Energy Launches the C-iC Modular Units line to Unlock Financing for Mid-Sized Biofuel Projects
(Haffner Energy) Haffner Energy announced today (January 27, 2026) the launch of its new C-iC modular industrial units line[1], designed to address the financing and deployment challenges facing medium-scale, decentralized biofuel projects. By removing key economic barriers, this approach makes mid-sized
January 28, 2026 Read Full Article
CF Industries, POET, and Major Agriculture Co-Operatives Launch Low-Carbon Fertilizer Pilot to Cut Ethanol Production Carbon Intensity
(CF Industries) CF Industries Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: CF), a leading global manufacturer of hydrogen and nitrogen products, and POET, the world’s largest producer of biofuels, have launched a pilot project with major agriculture co-operatives to jointly develop a low-carbon fertilizers supply
January 28, 2026 Read Full Article
Renewable Carbon-based Materials Show Significant Lower CO2 Footprint Than Fossil Counterparts
(Renewable Carbon Initiative/Renewable Carbon News) The Renewable Carbon Initiative (RCI) published their latest report “Case Studies Based on Peer-reviewed Life Cycle Assessments – Carbon Footprints of Different Renewable Carbon-based Chemicals and Materials (Second, Extended Version)”. The report was conducted by the
January 27, 2026 Read Full Article
The Supreme Trial of the Bioeconomy Is Here
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) ... The Trump Administration’s assault on EV mandates and incentives has scrambled the decarbonization playbook. Federal signals are inconsistent. Long-range policy visibility is gone. But in pulling support from one sector, Washington exposed another reality: aviation, marine
January 27, 2026 Read Full Article
XFuel Announces $20 million Series A Funding to Accelerate Commercial-Scale Low-Carbon Fuel Production
(XFuel) Low-carbon drop-in fuel supplier secures major investment from maritime leaders NYK Line and Stolt Ventures. -- XFuel, a low-carbon drop-in fuel technology company, today announced the successful completion of its Series A funding round earlier last year, raising $20 million in
January 27, 2026 Read Full Article
SBP Publishes Its Strategy for 2026-2030
(Bioenergy International) The Sustainable Biomass Program (SBP) has announced the publication of its Strategy for 2026-2030, setting out a clear and ambitious roadmap for the next five years. Building on more than a decade of progress, the SBP Strategy 2026-2030 outlines how SBP will
January 26, 2026 Read Full Article
Biofuels in 2026 and Beyond: 7 Key Questions to Grapple With
(S&P Global) The biofuels sector is at a pivotal moment, facing shifting policies and a heightened focus on sustainability. Balancing multiple, sometimes competing, sometimes complementary priorities - from reducing carbon intensity and managing climate risks; to operating in a tough cost
January 26, 2026 Read Full Article
Japan Mulls Subsidizing Sustainable Aviation Fuel for Domestic Airlines; Would Require Fuel Suppliers to Provide Mixture
(The Yomiuri Shimbun/The Japan News) The government plans to support the cost of next-generation aviation fuel, known as Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF), by subsidizing purchases by domestic airlines. The plans would require all airline passengers to shoulder an additional charge of several
January 26, 2026 Read Full Article
WWF Warns Brazil Needs Clear Plan to Phase out Fossil Fuels
by Daniela Chiaretti (Valor) Financing, timeline, and targets are proposed for country’s roadmap away from carbon-based energy sources -- Setting clear and mandatory targets for decarbonization, energy efficiency and technological transformation is a fundamental step for any roadmap aimed at reducing Brazil’s
January 23, 2026 Read Full Article
New Mexico’s Clean Transportation Fuel Program Marks Major Expansion of Low Carbon Fuel Policy
(Clean Fuels Alliance America) Clean Fuels Alliance America applauds the New Mexico Environment Improvement Board for approving the rules for New Mexico’s Clean Transportation Fuel Program. This action marks a significant expansion of low-carbon fuel policy beyond the West Coast, demonstrating
January 22, 2026 Read Full Article
The Future of Biofuels Webinars: Emissions Accounting and Modeling; Role of Policy in Biofuel Adoption; Economic Research Priorities for a Low-Carbon Transitionand Biofuels in the Economy and Decarbonization Pathways
(Resources for the Future) Economic Research Priorities for a Low-Carbon Transition -- A webinar featuring a fireside chat discussing research needed into biofuels’ mitigation potential and long-term viability, sectoral roles and deployment barriers, policy design, and economic and distributional consequences. Recent federal actions,
January 22, 2026 Read Full Article
The Promise of Ethanol-to-Jet for Sustainable Aviation Fuel in the United States
by Nafisa Lohawala (Resources) Ethanol-to-jet could link the large ethanol industry in the United States to aviation, one of the hardest sectors to decarbonize. However, its viability depends on achieving and credibly demonstrating low life-cycle carbon intensity. Sustainable aviation fuels (SAFs) are widely viewed as one of the few
January 22, 2026 Read Full Article
ENGIE Signs Landmark 10-Year Biomethane Purchase Agreement with PepsiCo UK
(Engie) • ENGIE takes final investment decision on a new biomethane facility in the North of England, backed by a long-term biomethane purchasing agreement (BPA) with PepsiCo UK UK’s first food and drink industry BPA expected to help reduce PepsiCo UK’s emissions
January 22, 2026 Read Full Article
UK-led Maritime Consortium Sets Out Plan for Nuclear-Powered Fleet
(Lloyd's Register) The UK is taking a decisive step towards leading the global race to decarbonise shipping with the launch of the Maritime Nuclear Consortium. Convened by Lloyd’s Register (LR), the group unites leading expertise from the nuclear, maritime, insurance and regulatory
January 22, 2026 Read Full Article
Cargill Advances Maritime Decarbonisation with Delivery of First Green Methanol Dual-Fuel Vessel
(Cargill) Brave Pioneer is the first in a new fleet of chartered vessels designed to scale Cargill’s investment to low-carbon innovation across dry-bulk shipping -- Cargill today (January 15, 2026) announced the maiden voyage of Brave Pioneer, the first of five green methanol dual-fuel dry
January 22, 2026 Read Full Article
Clean Fuels to Recognize Two Prominent Industry Leaders at Annual Conference
(Clean Fuels Alliance America) Clean Fuels Alliance America will recognize two industry leaders for their outstanding contributions in advancing biodiesel for heavy-duty equipment and renewable liquid heating fuels during the 2026 Clean Fuels Conference in Orlando, Florida this week. John Deere will
January 21, 2026 Read Full Article
Why DHL, FedEx and UPS Are Central to eBay’s Climate Transition Plan
by Heather Clancy (Trellis) ... EBay doesn’t own fleets or warehouses. But it is prioritizing relationships with carriers including DHL, UPS and FedEx that have explicit goals to decarbonize their operations through investments in electric delivery vehicles and procurement of sustainable
January 21, 2026 Read Full Article
Syzygy Plasmonics Signs Landmark Commercial Offtake Agreement with Trafigura to Supply Advanced Sustainable Aviation Fuel
(Syzygy Plasmonics/PR Newswire) Binding six-year offtake agreement marks a significant milestone for the industry, paving the way for using abundant biogas to create cost-competitive SAF HOUSTON, Jan. 20, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Syzygy Plasmonics, a global leader in light-driven chemical reactor technology, today announced a binding
January 21, 2026 Read Full Article
Keep on Going
by Allen Schaeffer (Engine Technology Forum/Biobased Diesel Daily) The lyrics of a popular 20-year-old country-music song provide guidance to help navigate the pit of uncertainty and tumult. -- It’s been a challenging year for anyone hoping for clarity on vehicle and fuels
January 20, 2026 Read Full Article
Prometheus Announces Breakthrough e-Kerosene Pathway to Make Cost-Competitive SAF and Diesel from Electricity and Air
(Prometheus Fuels/Business Wire) Company reveals world’s first 100% electrochemical pathway for producing e-kerosene directly from atmospheric CO2 and renewable electricity without hydrogen, making Fischer-Tropsch obsolete. Prometheus Fuels today announced its revolutionary new pathway for producing synthetic paraffinic kerosene (the basis for SAF
January 20, 2026 Read Full Article
Cathay Welcomes Findings and Recommendations in Peking University’s Study to Accelerate China’s SAF Ecosystem Development
(Cathay) Cathay believes that advancing sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) development in China will benefit the global aviation industry Monday, January 12, 2026, Cathay welcomes the release of Igniting the SAF Market: Policy Pathways for Scaling Sustainable Aviation Fuel in China, a research
January 20, 2026 Read Full Article
Business Aviation Coalition Encourages SAF Use for Davos Travel
(Business Airport International) The Business Aviation Coalition for Sustainable Aviation Fuel is urging aircraft operators traveling to the World Economic Forum Annual Meeting 2026 in Davos-Klosters to secure SAF through their fuel providers and FBOs. The Coalition highlighted that over 100 FBOs
January 20, 2026 Read Full Article
Daher’s Environmental Efforts Are Recognized with a “Leadership” Rating from the CDP Organization
(Daher) Daher’s efforts in environmental transparency and performance have been recognized by CDP, an independent non-profit organization that serves as the global benchmark for environmental disclosure. -- The Daher Group received an “A-” (Leadership) rating for its contribution to the fight against climate change – an
January 18, 2026 Read Full Article
SAE Media Group Acquires The Aviation Carbon Event to Expand Sustainability Portfolio
(SAE Media Group) SAE Media Group, an affiliate of SAE International and a leading global provider of conferences and intelligence for the defence, aerospace and energy sectors, today announced its acquisition of Aviation Carbon, the specialist event platform dedicated to carbon
January 18, 2026 Read Full Article
Bio-Bunkering in 2026: Policy Uncertainty Rising as Market Moves
(ResourceWise) The maritime decarbonization story is far from a straight line. If anything, early 2026 is defined by a familiar tension: policy signals are wobbling, while industry preparation continues quietly and steadily. Here’s what matters now, and why the bio-bunkering opportunity may
January 17, 2026 Read Full Article
These Leaders Are Shaping the Transition to Clean Fuels
by Roberto Bocca (World Economic Forum) • Scaling clean fuels will be central to industry and transport in the coming decades. • Clean fuel projects are moving from pilots to industrial scale, proving that innovation and collaboration can deliver real impact, yet
January 16, 2026 Read Full Article
Outokumpu Initiates a Collaboration with Norsk e-Fuel to Convert Carbon Side Streams into eSAF – Enabling 200,000-Ton Direct Emission Reduction for Outokumpu
(Outokumpu) Outokumpu initiates a collaboration with Norsk e-Fuel to convert carbon side streams into eSAF – enabling 200,000-ton direct emission reduction for Outokumpu Outokumpu, the global leader in sustainable stainless steel, and Norsk e-Fuel, a Nordic pioneer in Power-to-Liquid project development, have
January 15, 2026 Read Full Article
Asterion to Invest €1.5 bn into European Biomethane
(Asterion) • The investment includes €800 million of equity, comprising €400 million from Asterion Industrial Infra Fund III and €400 million in co-investment commitments from existing investors. ABIO is rapidly scaling its European footprint, with six operational biomethane plants, six under construction, and
January 15, 2026 Read Full Article
Beyond Fats and Oils: Unlocking Biomass for the Next Generation of SAF
by Stephen Toon (BioVeritas/Biofuels Digest) The Feedstock Dilemma at the Heart of SAF -- After several decades working across industrial biotechnology, from greenfield plant startups to navigating more than a few cellulosic scale-up challenges, I’ve learned that the future of sustainable aviation
January 15, 2026 Read Full Article
The Ministry of Climate Change Announced the Electrification of Transportation Vehicles for Its Affiliated Organizations to Decarbonize Transportation.
Kim Byeong-min (Today Energy (Google Translation)) A declaration was announced by the Ministry of Climate, Energy and Environment, which is taking the lead in achieving the National Greenhouse Gas Reduction Target (NDC) in the transportation sector. The Ministry of Climate, Energy and
January 15, 2026 Read Full Article
The Most Viable Route to Greener Skies
by Alexei Beltyukov (Universal Fuel Technologies/Biomass Magazine) SAF: The Drop-In Solution Sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) offers a direct path to decarbonization by working within existing systems rather than requiring wholesale transformation. Produced from renewable feedstocks—including alcohols, used cooking oil, animal fats, municipal
January 14, 2026 Read Full Article
SAF and Maritime Mandates: Reshaping Biomass Demand
by Matthew Stone (ResoureceWise/Biomass Magazine) ... Aviation and maritime mandates are accelerating at a time when biomass markets are tightening. The shift is creating a more competitive landscape for all participants, from refiners and traders to compliance teams and feedstock aggregators. The
January 14, 2026 Read Full Article
Moeve Supplies Sustainable Aviation Fuel to Condor Flights from Tenerife South Airport to Several German Cities
(Moeve) The energy company has supplied Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) made from used cooking oils and agricultural waste for several of the German airline’s key routes from the Canary Islands’ Tenerife South Airport Moeve has completed the supply of SAF to Condor
January 14, 2026 Read Full Article
Ammonia Power: IACS Updates UR M78 to Drive Zero-Carbon Shipping
(International Association of Classification Societies) The International Association of Classification Societies (IACS) has announced a landmark revision to its Unified Requirement UR M78, introducing comprehensive safety requirements for marine engines fuelled by ammonia. This update marks a pivotal step toward achieving the maritime
January 14, 2026 Read Full Article
Aviation Fuel Production from Tomato Residues: TU Graz Coordinates Visionary EU Project
(Graz University of Technology) Residual biomass from tomato production is turned into climate-friendly aviation fuel. The aim of the EU ToFuel project is to develop a waste-free and CO₂-neutral biorefinery concept that produces sustainable and economically competitive aviation fuel. Waste from tomato
January 13, 2026 Read Full Article
Singapore: Pinnacle Marine’s First B100-Fuelled Utility Boat Completes 1,000-Hour Research Trial
(Manifold Times) Powered by B100 biodiesel, the vessel operated by Prestige Ocean Pte Ltd, captured data on bunker fuel emissions, marine fuel behaviour, and performance in the trial which began in July 2025 -- Local boat builder Pinnacle Marine (Singapore) Pte Ltd
January 13, 2026 Read Full Article
Uniper and AM Green Sign Long-Term Offtake Agreement for up to 500,000 Tons per Year of Renewable Ammonia from India
(Uniper) ... Uniper Global Commodities SE (“Uniper”) and AM Green Ammonia India Private Limited (“AM Green Ammonia”) today (January 12, 2026) announced the signing of a long-term binding offtake agreement for renewable ammonia certified as a Renewable Fuel of Non-Biological
January 13, 2026 Read Full Article
Top 10 Biofuel Producers In 2026
by Chakraborty (Inventiva) The global energy landscape is undergoing a profound transformation as the world races to meet ambitious climate targets and reduce dependence on fossil fuels. In this transition, biofuels have emerged as a critical bridge technology, offering renewable alternatives
January 12, 2026 Read Full Article
BPCL Dispatches First Consignment of 1G Bio-Ethanol from Bargarh Refinery
(Chemical Industry Digest) Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited (BPCL) successfully flagged off its first-ever tanker lorry carrying domestically produced first-generation (1G) bio-ethanol from the Bargarh Bio-Refinery to the IOTL Raipur Depot. The milestone marks a significant step in BPCL’s biofuel journey and
January 12, 2026 Read Full Article
IFGE and GEA MoU Strengthens Global Push for Ethanol as Green Marine Fuel
(Chemical Industry Digest) The Indian Federation of Green Energy (IFGE) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Global Ethanol Association (GEA) to promote ethanol as a sustainable green fuel, with a primary focus on the marine sector. In addition, the
January 12, 2026 Read Full Article
Moeve and Galp Negotiating to Combine Downstream Activities to Form Leading European Energy and Mobility Platforms
(Moeve) Establishes a scalable industrial platform that integrates refining, trading, chemicals and green molecules (biofuels and hydrogen) activities: serving its B2B customers with a globally competitive offering; Creates a retail platform with one of the largest service station networks in Spain and
January 12, 2026 Read Full Article
Maersk Explores Boosting Ethanol Use for Its Ships to Cut Reliance on China
by Richard Milne (Financial Times) Chief Vincent Clerc hails importance of diversifying supplies of clean energy fuels to make green transition more attractive -- The world’s second-largest container shipping line is looking at boosting the use of ethanol as a green fuel
January 12, 2026 Read Full Article
PuriFire Energy Joins UK Consortium to Pilot Waste-to-Methanol Maritime Fuel
(Fuel Cells Works) A UK-backed consortium is moving green methanol for shipping from theory toward pilot-scale reality, using waste streams as feedstock. PuriFire Energy has joined a UK government-supported consortium to pilot green methanol production for the maritime sector, positioning the
January 12, 2026 Read Full Article
Topsoe Series of Podcasts on Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF)
(Topsoe) SAF Special #1 of 3: SAF in 2025: Are we still sitting on the runway? Season 7 In the first of our three-part SAF Specials, The Fuel for Thought Podcast Season 7 opens with Patrick Edmond, Chief Marketing Officer at Future Energy
January 07, 2026 Read Full Article
Topsoe Series of Podcasts on Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF)
(Topsoe) SAF Special #1 of 3: SAF in 2025: Are we still sitting on the runway? Season 7 In the first of our three-part SAF Specials, The Fuel for Thought Podcast Season 7 opens with Patrick Edmond, Chief Marketing Officer at Future Energy
January 07, 2026 Read Full Article
Topsoe Series of Podcasts on Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF)
(Topsoe) SAF Special #1 of 3: SAF in 2025: Are we still sitting on the runway? Season 7 In the first of our three-part SAF Specials, The Fuel for Thought Podcast Season 7 opens with Patrick Edmond, Chief Marketing Officer at Future Energy
January 07, 2026 Read Full Article
Will 2026 Be a Renewable Fuel Turning Point? 7 Areas to Watch out for….
by Mikala Grubb, Sandra Winter-Madsen, Milica Folić and Sylvain Verdier (Topsoe/Biofuels Digest) The renewable fuels industry has reached a critical juncture. After years of incremental progress, false starts and regulatory uncertainty, the sector is entering a phase that experts describe with
January 07, 2026 Read Full Article
Moeve Signs Agreement with Pretium Renovables to Build up to 6 Spanish Biomethane Projects
(Moeve) - The companies have reached an agreement to develop between four and six biomethane plants, each with an estimated production capacity of 60 GWh per year - Andalusia is the priority region for the rollout of the projects, which will reduce
January 07, 2026 Read Full Article
ViGo Bioenergy Acquires Drive Systems, Creating Belgium’s Largest LNG Network
(ViGo) ... All stations in the combined network will provide bioLNG, offering ViGo customers expanded options on critical routes and supporting their decarbonisation ambitions. This acquisition significantly enhances ViGo’s downstream network of LNG stations across Germany, the UK, and Benelux. Customers
January 07, 2026 Read Full Article
Visakh Refinery Of HPCL Inaugurates Sustainable Aviation Fuel Demonstration Plant
(Tank Terminals) Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited (HPCL) has commissioned a demonstration plant for Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) at its Visakh Refinery, marking a significant milestone in India’s clean aviation journey. The facility will manufacture SAF by co-processing used cooking oil (UCO)
January 07, 2026 Read Full Article
Notes from Peanut Butter Lake: Why SAF Is Moving Slower than It Should — and What Cascadia Teaches Us about Real Take-Off
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) ... Today, aviation accounts for 3% of global carbon emissions, and since hydrogen and electric aircraft remain decades from wide-scale deployment, SAF is the only drop-in solution available to decarbonize flight over the next 40 to
January 06, 2026 Read Full Article
UOW to Lead New $72M ARC Centre of Excellence for Renewable Fuel
by Benjamin Long (University of Wollongong) National research effort to build Australia’s sovereign clean energy future -- The University of Wollongong (UOW) will lead a new Australian Research Council (ARC) Centre of Excellence for Renewable Fuels, a landmark national collaboration that will
January 05, 2026 Read Full Article
Angola Debates Proposed Biofuels Law.
(Goverment of Angola) The Ministry of Mineral Resources, Petroleum and Gas (MIREMPET) launched a public consultation on Monday, December 15th, on the proposed Biofuels Law, a strategic document aimed at laying the foundations for a more diversified, sustainable, and socially just
January 02, 2026 Read Full Article
Green Diesel: Innovation at Unicamp
by Igor Savenhago (Agro Estadão) ... At the State University of Campinas ( Unicamp ), the Ethanoil+ project seeks to transform the production of biodiesel and renewable diesel – known as green diesel – using compact equipment. The initiative, led by
January 01, 2026 Read Full Article
The Sustainable Marine Fuels 2026 Outlook: What’s Hot, What’s Not
by Jim Kendrick (Biofuels Digest) What’s Hot: The Must Haves Making a Splash in 2026 LNG — The Tailored Transitional Look If marine fuels had a little black dress, LNG would be it. Globally recognizable, easy to style, and adaptable to many settings, LNG remains
January 01, 2026 Read Full Article
Charting the Course
by Caitlin Scheresky (Biodiesel Magazine) In mid-October, the International Maritime Organization’s Marine Environment Protection Committee convened for its second extraordinary session to discuss the potential adoption of the IMO Net-Zero Framework. With more than 80% of global trade and 40% of U.S.
December 31, 2025 Read Full Article
Yokohama to Remove Port Fees for Methanol and Biofuelled Vessels
by Gautamee Hazarika (Engine) The Yokohama Port and Harbour Bureau has said it will establish a carbon-neutral port to support Japan’s goal of achieving a decarbonised society by 2050. -- From 1 January, the port of Yokohama will launch an incentive programme offering
December 31, 2025 Read Full Article
Brazil Sets New Emission Reduction Targets for Fuels under RenovaBio
by Prakash Jha (BioEnergy Times) Brazil’s National Council for Energy Policy (CNPE) on Tuesday (December 30, 2025) published a resolution fixing annual mandatory targets to cut greenhouse gas emissions from fuel sales for the period between 2026 and 2035. The move
December 31, 2025 Read Full Article
Ricardo to Lead Study of Green Shipping Corridor between Panama and Spain
(Hydrocarbon Processing) Ricardo, a world-leading environmental, energy and engineering consultancy, announced that it has been appointed to conduct a green shipping corridor feasibility study between Panama and Algeciras, Spain, aiming to decarbonize maritime trade and modernize global connectivity. Funded by the European
December 30, 2025 Read Full Article
Indian Federation of Green Energy Signs MoU with Global Ethanol Association to Advance Ethanol as Sustainable Marine Fuel
by Prakash Jha (ChiniMandi) The Indian Federation of Green Energy (IFGE) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Global Ethanol Association (GEA) to promote the adoption of ethanol as a sustainable green fuel, with a primary focus on the
December 30, 2025 Read Full Article
Salvador Bahia Airport Becomes Brazil's First to Supply Commercial Flights with SAF
(VINCI Concessions) Salvador Bahia Airport, part of VINCI Airports’ network since 2018, is pioneering Brazil’s aviation decarbonization by becoming the country’s first airport to supply Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) for commercial operations. Regular use of SAF begins this November. This marks
December 30, 2025 Read Full Article
Repsol Reaches 1,500 Service Stations with 100% Renewable Nexa Diesel in Spain and Portugal
(Repsol) • The multi-energy company consolidates its leadership in renewable fuels with 1,500 stations offering Nexa Diesel of 100% renewable origin and meets the objective set in the update of the 2024-2027 strategic plan. It positions itself as the most relevant network
December 30, 2025 Read Full Article
DHL Expands Partnership with Air France KLM Martinair Cargo, Signs New Framework Agreement for Emission Reduction Rights
(DHL Group) Building on their milestone partnership, established in 2022, this agreement introduces a clear focus on emission reduction claims, emphasizing the development of market-ready book-and-claim models to advance sustainable air freight solutions across the sector. New agreement strengthens long-term collaboration to
December 29, 2025 Read Full Article
Toyota Seeking to Wring out Biofuel from Sorghum in Fukushima
by Go Takahashi (Asahi Shimbun) In a 5,000-square-meter farmland in one corner of the town, which co-hosts the disaster-stricken Fukushima No. 1 nuclear power plant, some 30,000 sorghum plants are blowing in the wind. But the staple crop isn't being grown for food
December 29, 2025 Read Full Article
Gujarat Green Hydrogen Policy 2025 Unveiled
(DeshGujarat) Gandhinagar: The Gujarat government has rolled out its Green Hydrogen Policy, aiming to position the State as a leading hub for green hydrogen production and accelerate the transition toward clean energy-driven industrial growth. Under the policy, the State government targets investments
December 29, 2025 Read Full Article
From Powerhouse to Global Leadership: Why India Needs a National Biogas Mission
(World Biogas Association) India stands at a pivotal moment in its clean energy transition. As the country races to secure energy independence, decarbonise hard-to-abate industrial sectors, and manage mounting organic waste, the biogas sector offers a rare convergence of solutions. This
December 23, 2025 Read Full Article
Global Hydrogen Market: Uniper and thyssenkrupp Uhde Sign Framework Agreement on the Use of Ammonia Cracking Technology
(Uniper) Strategic partnership further expanded; License packages for up to six commercial plants with a total capacity of 7,200 mtpd of ammonia; Joint goal: Establishment of a scalable hydrogen import infrastructure -- Uniper and thyssenkrupp Uhde have signed a framework agreement that lays the
December 23, 2025 Read Full Article
UPM Unlocks New Bio-Based Markets as Leuna Biorefinery Produces Its First Commercial Product
(UPM) UPM, a global leader in sustainable material solutions, has achieved an important milestone in the startup of production of commercial, wood-based chemicals in its Leuna biorefinery in Germany. The refinery, which is the largest industrial-scale investment in biochemicals in Europe,
December 23, 2025 Read Full Article
DHL and CMA CGM Accelerate Decarbonization of Ocean Freight with Joint Biofuel Initiative
(DHL Group) The two companies have agreed to jointly use 8,990 metric tons of UCOME second-generation biofuel, enabling an estimated 25,000 metric tons of CO2e well-to-wake emission reduction for ocean freight transported under DHL's GoGreen Plus service. Purchase of 8,990 metric tons
December 23, 2025 Read Full Article
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