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by Anna Phillips (Washington Post) The EPA plans to grant California a waiver that will allow the state to phase out diesel-powered trucks, helping communities burdened by truck pollution —
(Diesel Technology Forum) California’s relationship with extreme weather has been on full display this past year. As the state envisions a future of 100% fully electrified and renewable energy economy,
by Alan Sherrard (Bioenergy International) Recently the International Council on Clean Transportation (ICCT), an independent nonprofit organization founded in 2001 “to provide first-rate, unbiased research and technical and scientific analysis to
(Neste) The European Commission has published its review of the CO2 emission standards for heavy-duty vehicles calling for a 90% reduction of emissions by 2040. Neste welcomes policy actions that will reduce
by Allen Schaeffer (Diesel Technology Forum) … Diesel drivers have choices about fueling their vehicles. All diesel models available today are certified by manufacturers as capable of using B20 fuels
by Allen Schaeffer (Diesel Technology Forum) … The year began with a virtual debate hosted by Mobility Impact Partners, where DTF represented the bold and bright future for internal combustion engines
(Advanced Biofuels Canada/Biobased Diesel Daily) Canada’s national trade association, Advanced Biofuels Canada, has praised the British Columbia government’s steady, strategic expansion of the province’s single most impactful climate initiative. BC Energy,
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) In Florida, the Daily Digest today released its annual review of biofuels mandates and targets around the world, looking at the state of biofuels mandates
(Diesel Technology Forum/Biobased Diesel Daily) Leaders in engine technology and original equipment manufacturers, among others, say there’s a future for internal-combustion engines (ICEs) and fuels even as the world works to
by Allen Schaeffer (Diesel Technology Forum) Internal combustion. This sophisticated process is the very foundation of mobility and the industrial age around the world. It is based on the simple concept
(California Air Resources Board) Program is expected to yield more than $5 billion in health benefits from 2024 to 2038 — The California Air Resources Board (CARB) today approved amendments
(Diesel Technology Forum) 15 Million Metric Tons of GHG reduction in California, Opportunities in Northeast — Use of low-carbon renewable diesel and biodiesel fuels are delivering significant greenhouse gas (GHG) and
by Allen Schaeffer (Diesel Technology Forum) … Even with billions of dollars of new investments, incentives, and regulations, the envisioned shift to renewable energy, new transportation equipment, and fuels is an enormous
by Allen Schaeffer (Diesel Technology Forum) Later this week the California Air Resources Board (CARB) will consider a controversial rule that if enacted, will require trucking fleets in California to purchase
(Optimus Technologies) ADM conducts a 16-month field trial equipping Class 8 Mack trucks with Optimus Technologies Vector System — The Vector System is an advanced fuel system technology that enables
by Willie Vogt (Farm Progress) Farmers have expressed a fair share of interest in work done by ClearFlame. The startup created by two Stanford University grads developed technology that will retrofit
(Cummins) Vehicle greenhouse gas emissions can be accounted for on a “tank-to-wheels” basis or on a “well-to-wheels” basis. The former only considers the emissions that come out of a vehicle’s
by Wes Mills (Inside Indiana Business with Gerry Dick) As the automotive industry focuses on the transition to electric vehicles, a coalition of four Indiana-based agricultural companies still sees value
(California Builder & Engineer) At the center of any construction alternative power discussion is diesel. Diesel remains the go-to power on jobsites. According to the Diesel Technology Forum, 98 percent
(Aemetis/Globe Newswire) Transitioning From Diesel Fuel to Carbon Negative RNG, Aemetis and the American Power Group Demonstrated a Dual Fuel System to Reduce Carbon and Tailpipe Emissions Within Existing Diesel
by Allen Schaeffer (Diesel Technology Forum) Through established remanufacturing and rebuilding practices, as well as the expanding use of renewable biodiesel fuels, diesel technology is well established in the circular economy
by Stefka Wechsler (Argus Media) Tight distillate supplies could buoy interest in B100 biodiesel for bunkering in Amsterdam-Rotterdam-Antwerp (ARA) early next year. EU sanctions will ban all imports of Russian diesel
(American Journal of Transportation) Advanced Diesel Technology and Renewable Biofuels Deliver Important Near-term Carbon Reductions Now — As leaders come together in New York during Climate Week NYC all decarbonization options
(ClearFlame Engine Technologies/PR Newswire) Company Announces: Successful external conversion of truck engines from diesel to ethanol through partnerships with Reviva and Vander Haag’s, Inc.; First pilot fleet trials of Class-8 truck in
by Allen Schaeffer (Diesel Technology Institute) … As for fuel, any diesel engine old or new, on or off-road can use renewable low carbon and biodiesel fuels right now just
by Patrick Newkumet (OPIS) … In a panel bringing together several representatives from major refining and biofuel groups — interests that have long clashed around fuels policy — Geoff Cooper,
(Optimus Technologies) ADM conducts a 16-month field trial equipping Class 8 Mack trucks with Optimus Technologies Vector System — The Vector System is an advanced fuel system technology that enables
by John Bleasby (Daily Commercial News) … When projected over 10 years between 2022 and 2032, it found considerable advantages with advanced diesel technology, particularly when using renewable biofuels, as compared
by Josh Fisher (Fleet Owner) … Two of every three long-haul trucks in North America are powered by 15-liter diesel engines. Cummins’ fuel-agnostic platform is based on the power technology that
(Diesel Technology Forum) The Diesel Technology Forum (DTF) praises the United States Environmental Protection Agency for its Fifth Report to Congress highlighting the accomplishments of the Diesel Emissions Reduction Act Program (DERA). “EPA’s Fifth
(NHK World-Japan) Japanese rail operator West Japan Railway is moving to slash emissions by using biofuels in all its diesel trains by 2030. JR West’s president says the company wants to change
(U.S. Department of Energy) Upgrading bio-oils with petroleum feedstocks at existing refineries—known as “co-processing”—could offer a fast pathway for lowering the carbon footprint of today’s transportation fuels. In this three-part blog
(Deutsche Bahn (Google translation)) From now on, diesel trains on the Sylt Shuttle and Sylt Shuttle Plus will refuel with the climate-friendly biofuel HVO • Around 90 percent less greenhouse gas
(Diesel Technology Forum) HVO, along with renewable diesel and biodiesel, delivers significant GHG and other emissions benefits with the promise for even more in the future — … The path to
by Stuart Viney (Handling and Storage Solutions/Calor) Calor Futuria Liquid Gas helps reduce the environmental impact of forklifts, while keeping up with demand, says Stuart Viney. — The UK’S ambitious net
(The Canadian Press/Castanet) The federal government is delaying new emissions standards on gasoline and diesel another year but is demanding the oil and gas sector make bigger cuts to fuel emissions
(Diesel Technology Forum) … Innovations in marine vessel propulsion and fuels are happening, largely dependent on the size of the vessel and its operation. Several diesel hybrid electric ferries have
(AgriTotal.com) … (T)he Argentine Agroindustrial Council (CAA) through its associated entities, proposes that beyond the current mandatory cut of 5% for SMEs , mixing companies can use biodiesel up to a maximum of
(Chevron) Chevron believes that the future of energy is lower carbon and that Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) is part of that future. … Let’s look at a few myths about
(Rolls-Royce/Biobased Diesel Daily) Rolls-Royce has taken a significant step towards meeting its net zero goals, set out last year, with the approval by Power Systems of its Series 4000 and Series
by John Blum (Marquette University) A new combustion system for engines allows heavy-duty farm equipment normally powered by diesel fuel to run on gasoline and ethanol, without sacrificing performance. —
(Renewable Energy Group) Acquisition marks REG’s latest step in delivering fuel directly to end users — Renewable Energy Group, Inc. (REG) (NASDAQ: REGI) announced today the acquisition of Dawson Oil Company,
More than Half of US Commercial Trucks Are Powered by Near-Zero Emissions Advanced Diesel Technology
(Diesel Technology Forum) National Average Now Reaches 53% — Research shows that for the first time, more than half of all diesel commercial vehicles on the road in the US are
(Scania) Scania Australia has commissioned a locally-built Hybrid-Electric city bus for demonstration duties in a bid to expose its real-world benefits to operators around the country…. The Scania parallel Hybrid-Electric
(ClearFlame) Study by Gladstein, Neandross & Associates highlights ClearFlame’s ability to help fleets lower total costs while meeting sustainability goals sooner than current alternatives — ClearFlame Engine Technologies, an Illinois-based company
by Allen Schaeffer (Diesel Technology Forum/Biobased Diesel Daily) Today we are living in two worlds. One is of energy abundance brought to us by fossil fuels. The other is a
by George Waldenberger and Sarah Wilson (WFTV.com) From fish kills to ongoing high manatee mortality, algae is a major problem for Florida waterways. A pilot program to fight the issue at Lake
(Diesel Technology Forum) … Reducing Emissions should be more than just Setting New Engine Standards, but also Implementing More Immediate Term Solutions Like Use Of Renewable Fuels And Accelerating The Turnover
by Helena Tavares Kennedy (Biofuels Digest) In India, The Hindu Business Line reports that Praj Industries Ltd. is in collaboration with the Pune-based Automotive Research Association of India (ARAI), and is developing a
TRAIN locomotives can use sustainable, renewable fuel, too. Diesel engines can use biodiesel mixtures or 100% renewable diesel. Amtrak uses diesel when electricity is not available. LEARN more: https://advancedbiofuelsusa.info/category/railroad-locomotive-fuel/
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) In Iowa, Renewable Energy Group introduced its EnDura Fuels line of renewable fuels solutions. This branded product launch supports Renewable Energy Group’s ongoing efforts to help
by Estella Shi, Will Sommer, Andrew Smiddy (U.S. Energy Information Administration) In our Annual Energy Outlook 2022 (AEO2022) Reference case, which reflects current laws and regulations, we project that renewable diesel supply (domestic production
(Kohler) It’s full speed ahead for Kohler Engines and its commitment to lessen the environmental impact of its engines. The company recently approved use of EN15940- compliant Hydrotreated Vegetable Oils,
(Clean Fuels Alliance America) National Biodiesel Day takes place March 18, in honor of Rudolf Diesel’s birthday. In the 1890s, Rudolf invented the diesel engine, which was designed to run
(DB Cargo) DB Cargo UK has successfully trialled the use of 100% renewable Hydro-treated Vegetable Oil (HVO) as it continues to look for new and innovative ways to power its fleet
(Diesel Technology Forum) … Diesel would be right at home today working to develop new fuels and energy sources to tackle a major sociological need, meeting the challenge of climate change.
by Javier Blas (Brisbane Times) … The region accounts for about one-third of global biodiesel production. But with Ukrainian vegetable oil exports virtually stopped because of the Russian invasion, the
(Cummins/Business Wire) Global power leader Cummins Inc. (NYSE: CMI) announced today that it is expanding its industry-leading powertrain platforms, leveraging a range of lower carbon fuel types. As the industry’s
by Todd Neeley (DTN Progressive Farmer) A startup company developing technology that allows diesel trucks to run on straight renewable fuels
(Diesel Technology Forum) Renewable biodiesel fuel ready: Uniquely, all diesel products available to consumers are approved for up to use
(National Biodiesel Board/Clean Fuels Alliance Americ) Clean Fuels Recognized as Essential Part of a Low-Carbon Transportation Future — The National Biodiesel
by Laura Sanicola (Reuters) Renewable diesel is touted as a cleaner-burning fuel, but a recent study has shown the fuel falls short
by Megan Lampinen (Automotive World) Allen Schaeffer suggests the delivery segment should be looking at the broader carbon footprint factor
by Christina Nunez (Industry Today) Research suggests that swapping heavy fuel with fuel made from wood waste, waste fats, oils
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) Pyran also known as the 5-carbon company, net-zero SAF via wet-waste volatile fatty acids, and
by Herb Trix (WVIK/Radio Iowa) Iowa’s largest manufacturing employer is partnering with a Chicago-area company to reduce harmful emissions from its
(Volkswagen/Biobased Diesel Daily) Volkswagen plans to reduce the carbon footprint of its fleet in Europe by 40 percent by the
(Diesel Technology Forum) America’s farms are greener and more productive than before while exploring new fuels and technologies for the
(Biofuels International) Mazda has participated in the Super Taikyu Race in Okayama and ran a car powered by biofuels. The
(Diesel Technology Forum) … The President’s policy, which has a strong focus on electrification, should recognize the decarbonization potential from all
(Diesel Technology Forum) Picking fuels and technologies to power the trucks and equipment in the future is more than just
by Helena Tavares Kennedy (Biofuels Digest) Check out remarks from Jim Lane, Editor & Publisher of The Digest on rationale,
(The Irish Times) Around two-thirds of households in the north rely on kerosene to heat their homes. Some industry insiders

FUELING YOUR FARM WORKSHOP SERIES HITS THE ROAD IN NORTH DAKOTA — Farmers throughout the state of North Dakota can learn
by Brad Plumer and Hiroko Tabuchi (Wall Street Journal) Ford, G.M. and Mercedes agreed to work toward selling only zero-emissions vehicles
(Diesel Technology Forum) … “Globally, one out of every two economic sectors depend on diesel power. Trucks, trains, buses, marine workboats, as well as agricultural, forestry, mining and construction equipment
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) Terry Marker from the Gas Technology Institute shared this slide guide at the BETO 2021
(U.S. Department of Energy) In our International Energy Outlook 2021, we estimate the global light-duty vehicle (LDV) fleet contained 1.31 billion vehicles
by Laura Sanicola (Reuters) California’s biofuel projects are important for the state to achieve its decarbonization goals despite “tremendous pushback” in
(Diesel Technology Forum) Here are just seven examples of innovation around and inside the diesel engine that are happening today.
by Patrick O’Brien (Opportune LLP/Biofuels Digest) Find out why knowing the difference between renewable diesel and biodiesel can go a long
by Trevor Smith (U.S. Department of Energy) … But new fuel blendstocks from biomass and waste resources, combined with advanced
(Bioenergy Insight) UK rail freight provider Freightliner, working in partnership with a consortium of specialist suppliers, has secured government funding
(Renewable Energy Group) The Biden Administration recently unveiled an ambitious plan to limit global warming: a pledge to cut America’s greenhouse gas
(National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine/Biobased Diesel Daily) In addition to jet propellant 8 (JP8), the U.S. Army should
Eduardo K. Mitter, James J. Germida and J. Renato de Freitas (Scientific Reports) Soil contamination as a result of oil
(Preem/CISION) Microsoft is establishing a new cloud region in Sweden that will be powered by 100 percent renewable energy and
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) Biofuel blendstocks is what it’s all about for Dimitris Assanis from SUNY and Ofei Mante
(Cummins Inc./3BL Media) When Cummins’ Chief Technical Officer thinks about the global power leader’s aspiration to be carbon neutral by 2050,
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) Southwest Research Institute’sEloy Flores, Assistant Director R&D in Chemical Engineering, shared this illuminating slide guide
by Ryan Ghem (SAE International) … Biodiesel and renewable diesel will lead the way for alternative-fuel integration into the heavy
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) Energy and transportation sectors need renewable solutions, and Sylvatex is using green nanochemistry to turn renewable
by Karyn Hede (Pacific Northwest National Laboratory) Sewage and food waste biocrude conversion process reaches major milestone — A large-scale
(Diesel Technology Institute) In comments submitted today (March 16, 2021) to the U.S. Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee Hearing –

Co-Optimization of Fuels & Engines Capstone Webinar Series: How Can Co-Optimized Fuels and SI Engines Enhance Efficiency while Reducing Carbon
by Allen Schaeffer (Diesel Technology Forum) Diesel is part of the solution for tackling climate change, growing the economy and
by Ashley (cdl life) Oregon House Republicans have called the bill a “declaration of war against the working class.” —
(National Biodiesel Board) 2021 NTEA Fleet Purchasing Outlook Reveals Strong Demand for Biodiesel Among Fleets — In a multitude of ways,
(Diesel Technology Forum) … As we envision a greater national focus on attacking climate change in the coming year, advanced
by Cristina Commendatore (Fleet Owner) President-elect Joe Biden has emphasized the importance of achieving net-zero emissions no later than 2050,
(National Biodiesel Board/Biodiesel Magazine) … Time is of the essence as OEMs and fleets across the country take a fresh look
by Martin Tomlinson (Volvo Trucks) Asda is taking delivery of 202 Volvo FH LNG tractor units in the run-up to
(Biofuels International) The Dutch government is looking to make alterations to its biofuels legislation in order to hit EU RED
by Sarah Lawrynuik (Winnipeg Free Press/Yahoo!) The provincially mandated amount of ethanol in gasoline and biofuel content in diesel is set
(Transportation and Climate Initiative of the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic States) TCI-P will invest $300 million every year to modernize transportation,
by Sebastian Blanco (Car and Driver) Cambridge, Massachusetts, this week became the first city in the U.S. to put health
by Ron Kotrba (Biobased Diesel Daily) Illinois-based Lewis and Clark Community College is making progress toward “building a pipeline of
by Tim Crow (Taylor Press) Taylor students seeking careers in the automotive industry will soon have access to the highest
by Samuel Morgan (Neste) The whole transport industry agrees on the need to decarbonize traffic fast. However, there’s confusion on what
(Southeast AgNet Radio Network) …Corn ethanol to electricity may be the ‘ticket,’ according to Renewable Fuels Association chief Geoff Cooper.
by Patricia Garip (Argus Media) … Speaking on the same panel, former mines and energy minister German Arce pointed out
(OMV Petrom) OMV Petrom increased the annual bio-blending capacity at Petrobrazi from 200 kilotons to approximately 350 kilotons in order
by Aytek Yuksel (Cummins) … This article brings you the basics around some of the common terms associated with air quality
(Diesel Technology Forum) Rather than having a “sell by“ date, diesel will remain as the dominant technology moving the nation’s
by Deborah Lockridge (HDT Trucking Info) … Renewable Diesel Offers Drop-In Sustainability — Use renewable diesel fuel in that cleaner-burning modern diesel engine, and
by Helena Tavares Kennedy (Biofuels Digest) Partnership Watch: Lummus Technology, New Hope Technologies In Texas, Lummus Technology and New Hope
(Environmental Protection Agency) The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) today has awarded up to $5.5 million in clean diesel funding to
(ClearFlame) Company’s clean engine technology drives reductions in particulate, CO2 emissions without complex aftertreatment systems — ClearFlame Engine Technologies, a start-up
(Diesel Technology Forum) … “The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) estimate that the Commercial Vehicle
(Diesel Technology Forum) … Some would immediately see red and align with the ideology most associated with Republicans – fossil
(Diesel Technology Forum) Continuous improvement and investments in the newest generations of dominant and established technologies like diesel will be paramount
by Erin Voegele (Ethanol Producer Magazine) The U.S. EPA released a proposed rule on April 13 that aims to streamline
(Diesel Technology Forum) … Today’s diesel school bus engines are significantly cleaner than engines built in 1988. In use since 2010,
(ClearFlame) Funding will support R&D for clean engine technology on heavy-duty engines — ClearFlame Engine Technologies, a start-up company dedicated
(Today’s Trucking) New-generation diesel-powered trucks are vital in achieving near-term climate and clean air goals, the Diesel Technology Forum (DTF)
(TechLink Center) … But scientists at the Naval Air Warfare Center’s Weapons Division have developed and secured a newly issued patent
(La Opinion de Murcia) Company claims it emits less gas and improves engine performance — Brazilian oil company Petrobras announced
(Diesel Technology Forum) Response to Announcement by NESCAUM, 15 States and District of Columbia Regarding MOU for Electric Trucks — The
by Matt Thompson (Ethanol Producer Magazine) A novel engine technology could make it possible for ethanol to be used in
(Sylvatex) MicroX is a low-cost fuel and fuel additive that splash-blends into petroleum diesel, biodiesel, and renewable diesel. When blended into
by David Iaconangelo (E&E News) The grid may still be too coal-heavy in some parts of the United States for
by Michael Bates (NGT News) The California Air Resources Board (CARB) has adopted a first-in-the-world rule – the Advanced Clean Truck regulation –
by Peter Sopher (Clean Energy Ventures/Biofuels Digest) … BloombergNEF forecast shows that the 2040 market penetration of these EVs remains a
(Diesel Technology Institute) This segment explores the role of hybrid technologies. Disruptive trends are altering the future of mobility, work and
(Advanced Biofuels USA) Since 2011, one of Advanced Biofuels USA’s most popular publications has been “What’s the Difference between Biodiesel
(Department of Energy) While approximately 30% of today’s new cars can boast fuel economy of at least 30 miles per gallon,
by Joshua Brown, Margaret Rogers, Ellie Valencia, Maha Cristina Husseini (S&P Global/Platts) RVO cost highest since March 2018; USGC WTI MEH margin
by Franziska Müller-Langer, Nicolaus Dahmen and Gabriel Costa de Paiva (Deutsches Biomasseforschungszentrum/Karlsruhe Institute of Technology/IEA Bioenergy) … This feature article
(Environmental Protection Agency) This action proposes to update the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) existing gasoline, diesel, and other fuels programs
(Diesel Technology Forum) … New technology diesel engines, advanced renewable biofuels can deliver benefits faster and should be included in
by Mike Gatto (CalMatters) … However, experts tell us that it may take decades for electrics to replace the millions of
(Yale/National University of Singapore College/EurekAlert!) A team of researchers from Yale-NUS College, in collaboration with scientists in Sweden, has found
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) As I write, the May contract for West Texas Intermediate is selling for -$40.21 a barrel,
by Allen Schaeffer (Diesel Technology Forum/Progressive Dairy) … In California, home of the nation’s most progressive climate policy that is
by Erin Voegele (Ethanol Producer Magazine) The U.S. EPA released a proposed rule on April 13 that aims to streamline and
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) Methanol is versatile – it can be used as turbine fuel, cooking fuel, and as a
Canola Oil Pathways Notice of Proposed Rulemaking Public Comment DEADLINE: May 18, 2022
(U.S. Environmental Protection Agency) The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is proposing to approve Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS) pathways for certain biofuels that are produced from canola/rapeseed oil and is providing an