by Ruth Dea Juwita (The Jakarta Post) Existing bioethanol supplies can cover only about 3 percent of national demand for biofuel applications, according to the Investment and Downstream Ministry data. READ MORE Related articles Pertamina prepares for mandatory ethanol-blended gasoline policy (Antara) Pertamina Proposes the
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Back TO HOMEClean Hydrogen Investment Reaches USD 130 Billion as Energy Security and Resilience Rise up the Global Agenda
(Hydrogen Council) Global Hydrogen Compass 2026 provides a fact-based assessment of global clean hydrogen progress, highlighting more than USD 130 billion in committed investment across over 570 projects, 90% of which are under construction or already operational, and the actions needed
September 11, 2026 Read Full Article
Letter from India: One Airplane, One WagonR, and India’s Journey from Energy Vulnerability to Bioeconomy Power
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) ... (W)hat are we eventually going to put in the tanks of these massive long-haul machines? It is a gigantic question involving gigantic aircraft, refineries, capital requirements, and energy loads—and aviation remains among the hardest
September 11, 2026 Read Full Article
Truth about Ethanol - Review and Reply to Robert Bryce's Gusher of Lies
by Marc J. Rauch (Auto Channel (Originally Published June 13, 2013)) A Book That's Aptly Named for What It Is -- ... But in my personal research of ethanol, which includes purchasing a non-flex fuel vehicle so that I could experiment with
September 07, 2026 Read Full Article
Chaiwat Proposes Biofuel Drop-in of 20% to Boost the Economy by 153 Billion Baht and Reduce Oil Imports by 63 Billion Baht
by Pornpimal Yaempracha (Khaosod/MSN (Google translation)) Bangchak Corporation participated in the “New Energy for Thailand” forum, highlighting the potential of bioenergy to generate 2% of GDP, valued at 153 billion baht, and reduce oil imports by 63 billion baht. Mr. Chaiwat Kovavisarach,
September 03, 2026 Read Full Article
Be8's Billion-Dollar Industrial Project in Passo Fundo Is 80% Complete.
by Ana Stobbe (Jornal do Comércio (Google translation)) The biofuel manufacturer Be8 presented updates on Monday (31) regarding the R$ 1.5 billion industrial project being developed in Passo Fundo. According to the company's president, Erasmo Battistella, approximately 80% of the works
September 02, 2026 Read Full Article
India Needs SAF Mandates, Stronger Demand Signals to Unlock Investment: EDF
by Samyak Pandey (S&P Global) SAF costs 50-200% more than jet fuel; India has 210 biogas plants, targets 5,000; Carbon credit pricing remains unpredictable India will struggle to build a meaningful, sustainable aviation fuel industry without mandates and long-term demand signals, according to
September 02, 2026 Read Full Article
Montana Renewables Announces Innovative, Capital-Efficient Expansion to 200 Million Gallons of Sustainable Aviation Fuel
(Calumet) • SAF production capacity expected to reach approximately 200 million gallon annual run rate by year-end 2028, with total renewable product sales expanded 40% to 17,000 barrels per day Remaining project capital for this expansion reduced to $137 million from the
September 01, 2026 Read Full Article
Joint Media Release: Building Australia's Fuel Security with Strategic Fuel Reserves and Low Carbon Liquid Fuels
(Australia Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water) The Albanese Government's $14.8 billion Fuel Security and Resilience Package will protect Australians from global fuel shocks, put downward pressure on costs and accelerate the transition to our own home-grown, sovereign
September 01, 2026 Read Full Article
Thailand Rallies Automakers, Oil Firms to Boost Biofuel Use Amid Energy Security Push
(Xinhua/Asia & Pacific) Thailand's Department of Energy Business said on Monday (August 31, 2026) that it has partnered with 13 car brands, five motorcycle makers, and seven fuel retailers to promote wider use of E20 gasoline, as the government seeks to
August 31, 2026 Read Full Article
Uganda Set to Hit 5% Ethanol Fuel Blending Target within Three Months
by Tausi Nakato (Monitor) Uganda could hit ethanol blending target 14 years early. READ MORE Related articles Gov’t plans to set up more fuel blending centers (NTV Uganda; includes VIDEO and transcript) Excerpt from NTV Uganda: The government plans to implement a fuel-blending programme, initially targeting a
August 26, 2026 Read Full Article
Fuel Initiative Boosts Defence Resilience
(Australian Government Defence) The Australian Defence Force has begun rolling out low carbon liquid fuel (LCLF) blends across its network in an effort to strengthen fuel resilience. The initiative introduces aviation and diesel fuels containing synthetic components to fuel installations nationwide and
August 26, 2026 Read Full Article
PT Barata Indonesia (Persero) Delivery of B100 Biodiesel Reactors
(Barata Indonesia) PT Barata Indonesia (Persero) has once again strengthened its role in supporting the development of national renewable energy, through the delivery of B100 Biodiesel Reactors (10/8). The B100 Biodiesel Reactors will be sent to South Kalimantan, as ordered by
August 25, 2026 Read Full Article
India’s Ethanol Drive Is Creating a New Food Security Crisis
by R. Ramakumar (Frontline) The E20 campaign is pushing farmers towards maize, which is more profitable for distilleries, taking land away from pulses and oilseeds. If the trend continues, it could worsen India’s food security challenges and increase dependence on imports. --
August 24, 2026 Read Full Article
Interview with Anna Pastukh on Ukraine’s Biomethane Sector: Legislation, Sustainability, and the Role of Women in the Industry
(UABIO) “Effective legislation creates the foundation for the sustainable development of biogas and biomethane. In turn, biogas and biomethane are part of Ukraine’s energy independence, climate goals, and EU integration”. In the interview with Stowarzyszenie Biogas Women, Anna Pastukh, a legal expert
August 20, 2026 Read Full Article
Pacific Biodiesel Opens New B20 Station on Hawaii Island
by Ron Kotrba (Biobased Diesel Daily) Pacific Biodiesel opened a new B20 station next to its refinery on Hawaii Island in August. B20 is a blend of 20 percent biodiesel with petroleum diesel. “We are pleased to open this additional fueling station in
August 19, 2026 Read Full Article
Biofuels Markets Report: Advanced Biofuels
by Andrew Snook (Canadian Biomass) ... To learn more about the current state and future of Canada’s biofuels, Canadian Biomass reached out to leaders in the wood pellet, biogas and advanced biofuels sectors to discuss what lies ahead. This article covers
August 19, 2026 Read Full Article
Airlines Face Potential Biofuel Mandates under New Government Plan
by Joseph Olbrycht-Palmer (Geelong Advertiser) Labor has flagged possible biofuel mandates for airlines amid global fuel supply chain turmoil, but warns doing nothing carries its own serious risks. Labor is mulling biofuel mandates for airlines as part of a suite of possible
August 18, 2026 Read Full Article
Podcast: Opportunities and Constraints in the Move Beyond E15
(NACS) How ethanol blends higher than E15 may offer benefits related to emissions reduction, octane enhancement, agricultural economic activity and energy security. READ MORE; includes AUDIO
August 18, 2026 Read Full Article
NIB Finances Biogas Expansion in Denmark
(Nordic Investment Bank) • NIB has signed a 13-year DKK 182 million (approximately EUR 24 million) loan with Sindal Biogas A/S. The investment will co-finance the expansion of the Sindal Biogas plant in Sindal in northern Denmark, doubling biomethane output from 22
August 10, 2026 Read Full Article
Indonesia Develops Financing Mechanism for Biofuel Programme
(Vietnam Plus/VNA) Under the plan, the government will set reference prices for key bioethanol feedstocks – corn, cassava, and sugarcane – to help ensure stable returns for local farmers. -- Indonesia’s Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources (ESDM) is preparing a dedicated
August 05, 2026 Read Full Article
Aemetis India Subsidiary Begins Biodiesel Deliveries under $17 Million Allocation from OMCs
(Aemetis) Aemetis, Inc. (NASDAQ: AMTX), a diversified renewable natural gas and biofuels company, announced the Company’s subsidiary in India, Universal Biofuels, secured allocations to supply more than 18 million liters of biodiesel to India’s three government-owned Oil Marketing Companies (OMCs) during a
August 05, 2026 Read Full Article
The Great E20 Myth: How Pseudoscience Is Fuelling Misinformation against Bharat’s Ethanol Revolution
Krishnakumar Kaimal (Organizer) ... Viral videos circulating across social media claim to expose a “scam” by pouring water into E20 petrol, shaking the bottle and then triumphantly displaying two distinct layers. The accompanying claim is dramatic: “Look! Ethanol has separated from
August 03, 2026 Read Full Article
TEI Releases New Analysis on Mid-Level Ethanol Blends
(NACS/convenience.org) The research outlines opportunities and challenges associated with ethanol blending beyond E15. -- The Transportation Energy Institute (TEI) today released a new whitepaper, Mid-Level Ethanol Blends: Opportunities and Constraints in the Move Beyond E-15, providing a comprehensive overview of the opportunities
July 31, 2026 Read Full Article
Fuel for Thought: Key Players Say New Rules Back Local Refineries to Produce Lower Carbon Fuels
(Cleanaway) Viva Energy and Cleanaway have welcomed the Australian Government’s latest reform to the National Greenhouse and Energy Reporting scheme (NGERs) which will recognise low carbon liquid fuels, including renewable diesel, LPG and kerosene made via co-processing at local refineries. Under the
July 31, 2026 Read Full Article
The Woolsey Doctrine: Remembering R. James Woolsey
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) ... With a historian’s long view, Jim (Woolsey, fomer head of US Central Intelligence Agency) would often remind us that for hundreds of years, the rise and fall of empires, the maneuvering of battle fleets, and
July 31, 2026 Read Full Article
Use of Broken Rice for Ethanol Production Is Not Impacting Inflation: Govt
(IANS/Hans India) In a written reply to a question in the Lok Sabha, Minister of State for Food Nimuben Jayantibhai Bambhaniya said that after maintaining buffer stocks and providing for requirements under the NFSA, the government sells only excess rice from
July 30, 2026 Read Full Article
India Won The Race to E20. But Did It Get The Transition Right? The Next Challenge for India’s Ethanol Revolution Isn’t Producing More Fuel
(Inventiva) India's ethanol blending programme has been hailed as one of the country's biggest energy success stories. It helped cut crude oil imports, boosted farmer incomes and transformed India's fuel economy. But the race to E20 has also exposed deeper questions
July 27, 2026 Read Full Article
Racetrack Used as Laboratory for Next-Generation Biofuels
by Raymond Gregory Tribdino (Manila Times) CLARK FREEPORT — While Iñigo Inton and Red Mendoza were dominating almost all classes and other drivers were battling for podium finishes at the 2026 Toyota Gazoo Racing Philippine Cup, engineers were focused on a
July 27, 2026 Read Full Article
Flogas and College Group Announce Major Green Gas Deal to Decarbonise Irish Transport
(Flogas) • 26 GWh biomethane deal part of Flogas’ GPA strategy to scale indigenous renewable gas across island of Ireland The collaboration is expected to deliver annual carbon savings of approximately 6,637 tonnes of CO₂, supporting decarbonisation of the transport sector College Group’s Co.
July 24, 2026 Read Full Article
Brazil Federal Prosecutors Move to Block Ethanol Blend Increase in Gasoline
by Oliver Griffin (Reuters) Brazil's Federal Prosecution Service (MPF) has launched a lawsuit against the federal government to suspend an increase to the mix of ethanol blended in gasoline to 32% — from 30% currently — known more widely as E32. Early
July 24, 2026 Read Full Article
India’s Ethanol Policy Emerges as a Global Biofuel Model: GEMA
(Chemical Industry Digest) India’s rapid progress in ethanol blending is emerging as a global benchmark for countries seeking to enhance energy security through renewable fuels. According to the Grain Ethanol Manufacturers Association (GEMA), India’s policy-driven approach to ethanol production and blending
July 23, 2026 Read Full Article
Year-Round Ethanol Push Collides with Senate’s Crowded Calendar
by Rachel Schilke, Elizabeth Elkin and Rachel Umansky-Castro (Bloomberg Government) A bill to expand sales of higher ethanol-blended gasoline got a legislative boost this spring, but disagreements between the House and Senate, as well as a crowded calendar, may slow its progress. Allowing year-round sales
July 23, 2026 Read Full Article
Farm to Freeway: India's Cows are Fast Becoming a Biofuel Boon
by Kato Neil (NHK World) India is home to many millions of cows. And Japanese automaker Suzuki Motor is harnessing their manure to make biofuel. In the western state of Gujarat, Suzuki Motor has been operating a biogas plant in earnest since
July 22, 2026 Read Full Article
Energy PSUs Announce ₹12.5 Crore Butanol Challenge to Boost Biofuel Innovation Application DEADLINE August 15, 2026
(Chemical Industry Digest) India has taken another significant step towards strengthening its advanced biofuel ecosystem with the launch of the Grand Butanol Challenge. The nationwide initiative aims to accelerate indigenous bio-butanol production, promote deep-tech innovation, and support startups developing next-generation biofuel
July 22, 2026 Read Full Article
India’s Aviation Opportunity: Turning Agricultural Residue And Low-Cost Solar Into Competitive Sustainable Aviation Fuel With Power-And-BioMass-To-Liquids
(Energy Innovation) This report, co-authored with India Energy & Climate Center at UC Berkeley's Goldman School of Public Policy, examines how India can turn agricultural waste and low-cost green hydrogen into sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) through a power-and-biomass-to-liquids (PBtL) industry. India faces
July 22, 2026 Read Full Article
H4 Marseille Fos Secures Power Supply for One of Europe's Largest e-SAF Projects
(Hy2gen) H4 Marseille Fos, a joint-venture between Hy2gen, a global leader in renewable hydrogen and its derivates, and French developer H2V, and EDF today signed a strategic partnership agreement that secures the vast majority of the power supply for the first
July 21, 2026 Read Full Article
From Sugar to Biofuel: How Ethanol Transformed Maharashtra’s Sugar Economy
by Ranjan Dasgupta (Hindustan Times) Once a by-product of sugar production, ethanol is now a major revenue source for sugar mills, helping them cushion volatile sugar prices, pay farmers on time and reduce India’s dependence on imported crude oil. As ethanol-blended petrol (EBP)
July 21, 2026 Read Full Article
Indonesia Invites Private Firms to Build Ethanol Plants for E20 Push
(Antara) The Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources is opening opportunities for private companies interested in building ethanol plants following the mandatory target of blending 20 percent bioethanol into gasoline (E20) by 2028. "So, private companies are allowed, and we strongly encourage
July 21, 2026 Read Full Article
Bangchak Supplies 1st Thailand-Produced SAF to Thai Airways Flight
(Bangchak Corporation Public Company Ltd./Biobased Diesel Daily) Bangchak Group announced July 16 that it and Thai Airways have marked a significant milestone for Thailand’s aviation and energy industries with the first supply by Bangchak Group of Thailand-produced sustainable aviation fuel (SAF)
July 20, 2026 Read Full Article
Axens Launches France’s First Industrial-Scale Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) Unit Based on Advanced Bioethanol Using Jetanol™ Technology
(Axens) The industrial mid-sized company is reinforcing its position as a leading player in Sustainable Aviation Fuels (SAF) and entering a new phase aimed at supporting France’s energy sovereignty and reindustrialization. Axens announces the launch of the ERA project (Ethanol to Refuel
July 20, 2026 Read Full Article
Brazil Temporarily Raises Mandatory Ethanol Blend in Gasoline to 32% from 30%
(Reuters) Brazil's National Energy Policy Council, the CNPE, on Tuesday (July 14, 2026) approved temporarily raising the mandatory ethanol blend in gasoline to 32% from 30%, the Ministry of Mines and Energy said in a statement. The move, which will last 180
July 15, 2026 Read Full Article
FEED Completed: What This Milestone Means for Lighthouse Green Fuels
(Lighthouse Green Fuels) Lighthouse Green Fuels (LGF) has successfully completed Front-End Engineering Design (FEED) for its Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) facility in Teesside, delivered in partnership with engineering contractor Worley. For any major infrastructure project, FEED is one of the most significant
July 14, 2026 Read Full Article
Major USDA Section 9003 Upgrades: De-risked Projects & New Lender Opportunities
by CJ Evans (Alternative Fuels and Chemicals Coalition/Biofuels Digest) For over two decades, the United States bioeconomy has possessed the technological ingenuity to replace fossil-derived fuels, chemicals, and products, revitalize rural economies, establish domestic energy independence, and challenge global competitors for
July 14, 2026 Read Full Article
Biofuel Captures One-Third of Canadian Canola Acres
by Robert Arnason (Sask Today) The importance of biofuel to canola, and what that means for the crop, is pulling companies into the public policy arena. ... In Canada, there’s a lesser known but similar fact in the canola business — more than
July 13, 2026 Read Full Article
President Prabowo Subianto Launches First Mandatory B50 Biodiesel in World
(Indonesia Office of Assistant to Deputy Cabinet Secretary for State Documents & Translation) President Prabowo Subianto Thursday (07/09) officially launched B50 Biodiesel at the event adopting theme “Concrete Steps Toward National Energy Self-Reliance and Resilience,” at the KM 57 Rest Area in
July 10, 2026 Read Full Article
Indonesia Plans to Turn Diesel Surplus into Jet Fuel to End Imports
(Antara) Indonesia plans to convert a projected domestic diesel surplus into aviation turbine fuel (avtur) as part of a broader strategy to completely eliminate jet fuel imports by the end of 2026. Energy and Mineral Resources Minister Bahlil Lahadalia announced the initiative
July 09, 2026 Read Full Article
RI to Build Methanol Industries to Support B50 Biodiesel Program
(Antara) Energy and Mineral Resources (ESDM) Minister Bahlil Lahadalia announced that the government will build a methanol industry in East Java and East Kalimantan to meet the demand for B50 biodiesel. "The need for methanol for B50 is around 2.5 million tons
July 09, 2026 Read Full Article
FGV Expands Biodiesel B100 Pilot to Plantation Operations
(FGV Holdings) FGV to trial its palm oil-based B100 biodiesel in field operations, generating operational insights to support future industry adoption. FGV Holdings Berhad (FGV) today (July 7, 2026) launched the next phase of its B100 Biodiesel (B100) pilot programme, expanding the
July 09, 2026 Read Full Article
From Field to Fuel: Vivescia, Roquette and Siplec E.Leclerc Join Forces to Build a Low-Carbon French Ethanol Value Chain
(Roquette) VIVESCIA (a leading French grain cooperative group), Roquette (a global leader in plant-based ingredients and pharmaceutical excipients serving the food, nutrition, pharmaceutical and bio-industry markets) and Siplec E.Leclerc (the cooperative of the E.Leclerc Movement responsible for energy products and services)
July 09, 2026 Read Full Article
From Paddock to Plane: GrainCorp Outlines Pathway for Australia’s Sustainable Aviation Fuel Future
(GrainCorp) GrainCorp has today (July 6, 2026) released a new white paper highlighting Australia’s readiness to build a domestic Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) industry, as the Federal Government prepares to consult on a demand-side measure to stimulate investment in refining capacity. Titled
July 07, 2026 Read Full Article
How Energy Security Concerns Are Driving Biofuels Boom
by Anuradha Raghu, Elizabeth Elkin, Rakesh Sharma and Eko Listiyorini (Bloomberg/MSN) Demand for biofuels has been growing in many parts of the world. Governments, particularly those in countries with big farming sectors, have viewed crop-based fuels as a way to support
July 07, 2026 Read Full Article
B.C. Biofuel Use Reaches New Milestones, Demonstrating Economic Value of Low-Carbon Fuels
(Advanced Biofuels Canada) B.C. Reaches Nearly 4% Sustainable Aviation Fuel, Exceeding 2030 Requirement Five Years Early -- New data from British Columbia's Low Carbon Fuel Standard show that biofuels continue to deliver significant economic and climate value in the province, with renewable
July 07, 2026 Read Full Article
Govt. Plans up to 15% Isobutanol Blending in Diesel
by Tushar Kelshikar (Moneycontrol/Team-BHP) Gadkari said that pilot demonstrations have already shown encouraging results. -- The government of India has outlined the next phase of its biofuel programme, aimed at reducing the country’s dependence on fossil fuel imports. Nitin Gadkari, Minister for
July 06, 2026 Read Full Article
From 'Monstrously Stupid' to Mainstream Fuel: Has Ethanol Proved Legendary Charlie Munger Wrong?
by Subhankar Paul (Business Today) ... The picture has changed over the past two decades. Improved crop yields, more efficient fertiliser use, advances in ethanol plants, and greater reliance on natural gas and renewable electricity have significantly improved the industry's energy performance. Recent
July 06, 2026 Read Full Article
Indonesia's 50% Biodiesel Blending Rate Takes Effect
by Bernadette Christina (Reuters) Indonesia's new 50% biodiesel blending mandate took effect on Wednesday (July 1, 2026), requiring a fuel blend of half palm-based diesel and conventional diesel known as B50, even as stakeholders await a revised biodiesel allocation from the
July 03, 2026 Read Full Article
New Poll: Americans Strongly Support RFS, Want Energy Independence
(Renewable Fuels Association) With Independence Day approaching and gas prices remaining stubbornly elevated, a new nationwide poll of more than 2,000 registered voters found a strong majority of Americans support the Renewable Fuel Standard and believe renewable fuels—like ethanol—play a key
July 01, 2026 Read Full Article
Vertoro Advances Renewable Oil Platform to Accelerate Low-Carbon Fuels
(Vertoro) Vertoro, a renewable oil company, today (June 17, 2026) announced the first closing of its €17m Series B round (consisting of €10m newly contributed capital and €7m converted loan notes) with Climate Tech Partners, Invest-NL, Maersk as key investors and
June 30, 2026 Read Full Article
Farms and Fuels Alliance Calls on Government to Deliver on Clean Fuel Commitment for Canadian Ethanol This Summer
(Farms and Fuels Alliance/Business Wire) Canadian farmers and ethanol producers call on the Government to deliver on its Clean Fuel commitment and restore a level playing field for Canadian ethanol. -- Canada's Farms and Fuels Alliance (FFA) today (June 29, 2026) called
June 30, 2026 Read Full Article
Ethanol Blending in Petrol is Scientifically Validated and Safe, Says Government
by Ameya Sathaye (SarkariTel.com) The Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas has reaffirmed that India’s Ethanol Blending Programme (EBP) is scientifically validated, rigorously tested and continuously monitored. The government dismissed misleading social media claims regarding E20 fuel, stating that no widespread
June 29, 2026 Read Full Article
Mississaugas of the Credit Business Corporation and HOPA Ports Partner to Restart Hamilton Biodiesel Facility
(Hopa Ports/Business Insider/Globe Newswire) HOPA Ports and the Mississaugas of the Credit Business Corporation (“MCBC”), the entity representing the business development interests of the Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation (“MCFN”), have partnered to save a critical biodiesel production facility in
June 27, 2026 Read Full Article
Beyond E20: Repositioning Ethanol as India's Transport Energy Backbone
(KPMG) A strategic perspective on scaling ethanol beyond E20 to strengthen India’s energy security, sustainability, and fuel system resilience -- The report presents a comprehensive perspective on the evolution of India’s ethanol blending programme and its transition into a large-scale, integrated transport
June 24, 2026 Read Full Article
BGK Invested EUR 25 Million in a Pan-European Biomethane Fund
(Bank Gospodarstwa Krajowego) Bank Gospodarstwa Krajowego (BGK) has invested €25 million in the SWEN Impact Fund for Transition 3 (SWIFT 3), managed by the French company SWEN Capital Partners. The money will be used to develop biogas and biomethane projects, including
June 23, 2026 Read Full Article
Biodiesel in Inland Navigation: New List of Engine Approvals for B100, Blends Facilitates Climate Protection
((AGQM/Biobased Diesel Daily) Biodiesel could become significantly more important in inland navigation in the future. According to a list compiled by Germany’s biodiesel quality management association (AGQM), many marine engines are already approved for operation with pure biodiesel (B100) or higher biodiesel
June 23, 2026 Read Full Article
Petrobras to Build $1.2B BioQAV and Renewable Diesel Facility
(Zacks Equity Research/Yahoo! Finance) Petrobras PBR has taken a significant step toward advancing sustainable energy production by approving a $1.2 billion investment to develop a state-of-the-art facility dedicated to the production of renewable jet fuel (bioQAV) and renewable diesel, according to
June 23, 2026 Read Full Article
The HEFA Feedstock Crunch Is Coming for SAF -- Is Alcohol-to-Jet the Easy Answer?
Mathias Bøje Madsen (Topsoe/Biobased Diesel Daily) ... To date, HEFA (hydro-processed esters and fatty acids) remains the only commercialized SAF (sustainable aviation fuel) production pathway. It works by converting lipid-based feedstocks such as used cooking oil (UCO) into drop-in jet fuel,
June 23, 2026 Read Full Article
India Approves E100 Fuel Framework, Paving Way for Ethanol-Only Vehicles
by Randhir Patil (BioEnergy Times) India has formally approved the regulatory framework for the use of 100 per cent ethanol (E100) as a vehicle fuel, opening the path for the commercial introduction of vehicles designed to run entirely on ethanol and marking a
June 22, 2026 Read Full Article
The RFS Takes a Bold New Course
By Donnel Rehagen (Clean Fuels Alliance America) EPA’s Final Renewable Fuel Standards for 2026 and 2027 are remarkable. It’s easy to say the agency set volumes at historic levels, of course. But more than that, for the first time EPA prioritized
June 19, 2026 Read Full Article
Let’s Tread Slowly with Biofuel Ambitions
by Shrey Madaan (Consumer Choice Center/The Statesman) ... The government’s interest in isobutanol reflects a practical limitation in India’s current biofuel strategy. While ethanol blending has become a central pillar of petrol policy, extending biofuels to diesel has proved far more difficult.
June 19, 2026 Read Full Article
Illinois Farmers Turn to Biodiesel Amid Oil Shocks
Naomi Taxay (Aledo Times Record/Medill Illinois News Bureau/Capital News Illinois) At Incobrasa Industries, one of four soybean processing and biodiesel manufacturing companies in Illinois, a construction project is expected to roughly double the company’s production capacity by mid-June. The expansion reflects Illinois’
June 19, 2026 Read Full Article
Policy Nuggets: A False Choice between Carbon Removals and e-SAF
(SkyNRG) As Europe pushes to make flying more climate-friendly, two major solutions are often discussed: Electro-sustainable aviation fuel (e-SAF): A clean fuel made using renewable electricity and captured carbon. Carbon removals: Technologies that pull CO₂ out of the air, like direct air capture
June 19, 2026 Read Full Article
Biomethane Mechanism: Connecting Buyers and Sellers
(European Commission) The European Commission has officially launched today the Biomethane Mechanism, a key initiative under the EU Energy and Raw Materials Platform. Designed to accelerate the growth of Europe’s biomethane market, the mechanism is a voluntary, free of charge and
June 19, 2026 Read Full Article
New Partnership for Viet Nam's Bioethanol Industry, Powered by Biosolutions to Support E10 Rollout
(Novonesis) Global biosolutions leader Novonesis and Nhà Xanh, Viet Nam's leading biofuel producer, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to boost domestic biofuels production and strengthen Viet Nam's long-term energy security The agreement, signed at the Embassy of Denmark in Hanoi
June 19, 2026 Read Full Article
The Digest’s 2026 Multi-Slide Guide to Defense Aviation SAF Offtakes
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) The Department of Defense consumes 4.6 billion gallons of jet fuel annually, offering unparalleled scale and sovereign credit that could anchor first-of-a-kind (FOAK) SAF projects. However, developers face structural hurdles, including annual budget cycles, short-term contracts,
June 17, 2026 Read Full Article
Circularity Fuels Converts Raw Dairy Biogas to Jet Fuel in World First End-to-End Pilot
(Circularity Fuels/Business Wire) With projected commercial capital costs at roughly one-fifth of European SAF plants currently planned, Circularity offers airlines a low-cost path to mandated fuel volumes and a new revenue stream for farmers Circularity Fuels today announced it has completed the
June 15, 2026 Read Full Article
Fact Check: The R Street Institute Blows It Again
(Renewable Fuels Association) Earlier today (June 12, 2026), the R Street Institute—a self-described “think tank whose work is grounded in liberty and freedom”—published an opinion piece (heavy emphasis on “opinion”) on ethanol policy. It’s a real doozy, chock full of myths
June 12, 2026 Read Full Article
From Corn Fields to Cargo Ships, Ethanol Gains Early Traction as Marine Fuel
by Jeslyn Lerh (Reuters) Some major shippers start eyeing ethanol in future fuels mix; Abundant supply, relatively low prices can support adoption; Compatible with existing methanol-capable ship engines Shippers including Maersk and mining giant Vale are turning to ethanol as a marine fuel to
June 12, 2026 Read Full Article
Technip, Airbus, Safran and Tereos Form SAF Production JV
(Airbus) Technip Energies, Airbus, Safran and Tereos entered into an agreement to create Rebound, a joint venture to develop a large-scale Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) production project at the Port of Dunkirk, in Northern France. The project will use the Alcohol-to-Jet (AtJ)
June 11, 2026 Read Full Article
SAF Production Volumes Still Disappointing
(International Air Transport Association) The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released estimates showing that global Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) production is expected to reach around 2.4 million tonnes in 2026, representing just 0.8% of aviation fuel use, at a cost to
June 09, 2026 Read Full Article
From Reducing Oil Imports to Farmer Prosperity: Sh. Hardeep Singh Puri Launches First Flex-Fuel Passenger Vehicle
(India Ministry of Petroleum and Gas) India among countries with lowest fuel price increase despite global crisis: Shri Hardeep Singh Puri -- If 50% of all new two-wheelers and four wheelers sold in India runs on Flex-Fuel, it can generate ₹12,403 crore
June 07, 2026 Read Full Article
Green Molecules Could Reduce Europe’s Energy Dependence by Half by 2040
(Moeve) According to Moeve’s report “Why does Europe Need Green Molecules?” in collaboration with PwC, green molecules could reduce Europe’s dependence on imported energy from 57% in 2024 to 28% in 2040 Green molecules—such as renewable hydrogen, second-generation biofuels, and biomethane—could replace
June 06, 2026 Read Full Article
Strong Market Signals
by Lisa Gibson (Ethanol Producer Magazine) Record-high Renewable Volume Obligations in the RFS Set 2, lucrative 45Z Production Tax Credits, continuously growing export demand and surging oil and gas prices highlighting the need for E15: The ethanol industry is in the
June 06, 2026 Read Full Article
OIL Green Energy and Hindustan Waste Treatment Seal JV for Bioenergy Push
(Indian Chemical News) The partnership will lead to the creation of a 50:50 joint venture company focused on compressed biogas -- In a significant step toward India’s clean energy transition, OIL Green Energy Ltd. (OGEL) and Waste Treatment Pvt. Ltd. (HWT) have signed
June 01, 2026 Read Full Article
UFOP Warns EU Classification of Soy as High-ILUC Feedstock Does Not Help Primeval Forests but Instead Harms Production
(UFOP/Biobased Diesel Daily) ... The Union zur Förderung von Oel- und Proteinpflanzen e. V. (UFOP) fears that the European Commission’s plan to classify soybeans as a high indirect land-use change (ILUC) feedstock will result in massive collateral damage to soybean
June 01, 2026 Read Full Article
Stagnant Biofuel Industry Looks to Expand on Western Australia's South Coast
by Nicholas R. Ward (ABC) Esperance is a key supplier for the European Union's biodiesel industry and is becoming a major biofuel producer. A researcher says decades of uncertainty have made it difficult to establish a domestic refinery industry, until now. What's next? Consultation
May 31, 2026 Read Full Article
Sorghum Biofuels Could Shield South Africa from Fuel Price Shocks, Study Finds
by Yogashen Pillay (IOL) New research presented by the Localisation Support Fund (LSF) has highlighted sorghum-based biofuels as a potential solution to South Africa’s growing fuel vulnerability amid rising petrol prices linked to escalating Middle East Tension. Speaking at the presentation on Wednesday,
May 31, 2026 Read Full Article
Minister Purbaya Revises Ethanol Tax Exemption Rules
by Ilona Estherina (Tempo) Indonesian Minister of Finance, Purbaya Yudhi Sadewa, has issued a new regulation that changes the procedures for exempting ethanol or ethyl alcohol tax to support energy transition. Previously, PT Pertamina Patra Niaga had requested the simplification of bioethanol
May 29, 2026 Read Full Article
Malaysia to Roll out Nationwide B15 Biodiesel Blend from June
(Biofuels International) Malaysia has confirmed that its new B15 biodiesel blend — a fuel mixture containing 15 per cent palm‑based biodiesel and 85 per cent petroleum diesel — will be introduced across the entire transportation sector from 1 June. This marks a
May 29, 2026 Read Full Article
TAIA Held a Joint Press Conference with the Department of Energy Business on "The Use of B20 Diesel".
(Thai Automotive Industry Association) The Thai Automotive Industry Association, in collaboration with the Department of Energy Business and oil traders, held a press conference titled "Department of Energy Business, Oil Traders, and Automotive Industry Join Forces to Guarantee B20 Fuel Standards:
May 29, 2026 Read Full Article
KBR’s PureSAF® Technology Selected for Northern Europe’s Largest SAF and e-SAF Plant by NorSAF
(KBR) KBR (NYSE: KBR) announced today (May 28, 2026) that NorSAF, one of the leading sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) producers in the Baltics, has selected KBR’s proprietary PureSAF® technology for what is set to become the largest SAF and e-SAF production
May 29, 2026 Read Full Article
EemsGas Project Receives Commitment for €150 Million Operating Subsidy for Green Gas Production
(Perpetual Next) EemsGas project receives commitment for €150 million operating subsidy for green gas production -- EemsGas Project – with an investment of €100 million becoming one of the largest production facilities for biomethane (green gas) in the Netherlands – has received
May 26, 2026 Read Full Article
‘Cheaper than Cooking Gas’: Gadkari Unveils Ethanol Stove Innovation
(IANS/Mathrubhumi) Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari has unveiled an indigenous ethanol-based cooking stove technology that he said can produce cooking flames at a lower cost than commercial LPG cylinders, while also announcing a Rs 40-crore initiative to
May 25, 2026 Read Full Article
Many Biofuels Haven’t Panned out. Could Algae Make the Clean Diesel and Aviation Fuel Australia Needs?
by mayaluana, Peter Ralph, Alexandra Thomson, Martin Lloyd (Climate Change Cluster/Univesity of Technology Sydney/The Conversation) ... As algae researchers, we believe these humble organisms are worth exploring. Making biodiesel and sustainable aviation fuel from these fast growing organisms can be done with
May 25, 2026 Read Full Article
Toyota Urges India to Cut Fuel Costs for Ethanol Adoption
by Ishaan Verma (Whalesbook) Toyota Kirloskar is urging India to adopt a customer-first economic model for flex-fuel vehicles, citing Brazil's success. The automaker argues that consumer savings at the pump, not just engineering, will drive ethanol adoption amidst rising crude oil prices
May 25, 2026 Read Full Article
Maruti Suzuki to Launch 100% Ethanol-Powered Flex-Fuel Car on June 5
(Daijiworld Media Network) Maruti Suzuki India Limited is set to launch its first flex-fuel car capable of running on 100 per cent ethanol on June 5, marking a significant step towards cleaner and alternative fuel mobility in India. The upcoming vehicle is
May 25, 2026 Read Full Article
EPRA Advances Biofuel Blending to Cut Fuel Imports, Boost Local Industry
by Timothy Cerullo (Kenyans.co.ke) The Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA) has announced the rollout of a biofuel blending programme to reduce Kenya’s dependence on imported fuel and stabilise pump prices amid the ongoing Middle East crisis. The move follows the implementation
May 22, 2026 Read Full Article
Biofuels: Commission Urges Caution, Calling to Use Them “for Aviation and Shipping, while for Cars the Priority Is Electric”
by Giorgio Dell'Omodarme (EU News) Speaking at the plenary session in Strasbourg, the Commissioner for Sustainable Transport, Apostolos Tzitzikostas, referred to the ongoing review of the list of high-risk biofuels: "We have added palm oil and soya to the list of hazardous
May 22, 2026 Read Full Article
Biomethane for Scaling Up Agricultural Processing in Ukraine: UABIO at the BLACK SEA GRAIN. KYIV-2026 Event
(UABio) On April 22, the large-scale international agricultural event BLACK SEA GRAIN.KYIV-2026 took place, with a key focus on UA Agro Restart: Strategies for the Future 2026–2030. The event was dedicated to the strategic development of the agricultural sector through 2030:
May 22, 2026 Read Full Article
III Biodiesel and Biojet Fuel Forum: SAF, Biodiesel, and Sustainable Fuels for Marine/Maritime
by Jefferson dos Santos Estevo* (Advanced Biofuels USA) The III Biodiesel and Biojet Fuel (SAF) Forum: Technology and Innovation was held in São Paulo on May 13 and 14, 2026, promoted by the Ubrabio. The event provided an important space for dialogue
May 22, 2026 Read Full Article
Strengthening NSW Fuel Security through the Investment Delivery Authority
(New South Wales Treasurer, Minister for Industry and Trade, Minister for Planning and Public Spaces) The Minns Labor Government is taking steps to strengthen fuel security, with the Investment Delivery Authority (IDA) to run a targeted Expression of Interest (EOI) round calling
May 21, 2026 Read Full Article
Chinese Researchers Weigh Ammonia Fuel for PLAN Vessels
by Jim Kendrick (Biofuels Digest) In China, researchers at the National Defense University of Science and Technology have concluded that ammonia fuel could give the People’s Liberation Army Navy greater operational flexibility and battlefield survivability by eliminating dependence on imported oil
May 21, 2026 Read Full Article
India Notifies Standards for Petrol Blends with up to 30% Ethanol
by Akshita Singh (Business Standard) The move is part of the government's preparedness for the next phase of its ethanol-blending programme beyond E20, after advancing the deadline for 20% ethanol blending in petrol from 2030 to 2025-26 The Union government has notified new
May 20, 2026 Read Full Article
Goa Drafts Policy to Turn Used Cooking Oil into Biodiesel, Cut Fuel Imports
(BioEnergy Times) In a move aimed at promoting clean energy and better waste management, the Goa government has drafted a new policy to convert used cooking oil into biodiesel, reducing reliance on imported fuel. The proposed policy focuses on setting up a
May 18, 2026 Read Full Article
It’s Not Just Sustainable: SAF Enhances Global Energy Security
(Climbing. Fast.) A recent analysis by IDTechEx, a market research firm in the United Kingdom, indicates that the advantages of sustainable aviation fuel extend significantly beyond carbon reduction. Enhanced energy independence is a key benefit of SAF. Amidst global market volatility and
May 18, 2026 Read Full Article
Morocco Launches Joint Center of Excellence in Clean Hydrogen in Casablanca
by Hanane Afeznaoui (Morocco World News) Morocco strengthened its clean energy research capacity with new projects aimed at advancing green hydrogen development and supporting the energy transition. -- Morocco launched on Tuesday (May 12, 2026) a Joint Center of Excellence in Clean Hydrogen
May 18, 2026 Read Full Article
Iran War Energy Shock Drives Interest in Ethanol and Other Biofuels across Hard-Hit Asia
by Sibi Arasu and Anton L. Delgado (Associated Press) ... Against the backdrop of cooking gas shortages and crude oil price increases, India has proposed letting vehicles run on 85%, or even 100%, ethanol. On Friday, India increased its petrol and
May 15, 2026 Read Full Article
House Passes Bill for Year-Round E15 Ethanol Fuel Sales, Splitting Republicans
by Emily Brooks (The Hill) The House on Wednesday passed a bill to codify year-round sales of E15 ethanol fuel, a major win for members from corn-producing states but one that drew fierce opposition from other Republicans. The vote was 218-203, with
May 14, 2026 Read Full Article
Kenya Airways and Rubis Energy to Establish Africa’s First Dedicated Sustainable Aviation Fuel Refinery
(Zawya) Facility designed to produce low-carbon fuel from local waste feedstocks -- Kenya Airways (NSE: KQ) and Rubis Energy Kenya, a subsidiary of Rubis Énergie, signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to develop the first dedicated sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) refinery on
May 13, 2026 Read Full Article
How Maize Has Emerged as India’s Leading Ethanol Feedstock?
by Richa Sharma (Business Today/MSN) India’s ethanol blending programme continues to demonstrate strong momentum, with cumulative ethanol supplies touching approximately 515 crore litres during the first six months of Ethanol Supply Year (ESY) 2025-26, according to industry estimates and supply trends
May 12, 2026 Read Full Article
The Parallax of Oil Prices
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) ... Fuel remains mostly invisible until suddenly it isn’t. That is the strange thing about oil markets. They create what might be called a parallax of price. In astronomy, parallax describes how an object appears to shift
May 08, 2026 Read Full Article
Why Don’t We Ever Learn?
by Doug Durante (Clean Fuels Development Coalition/Governors' Biofuels Coaltion) ... The public is being led to believe we are “energy independent” and understandably is asking why then do events in the middle east raise our prices. This is part of the
May 06, 2026 Read Full Article
Ameresco and HASI Announce Formation of Neogenyx Fuels, a Joint Venture to Accelerate Growth of Advanced Biofuels
(Ameresco/Business Wire) Ameresco, Inc. (NYSE: AMRC), a leading energy infrastructure solutions provider, and HA Sustainable Infrastructure Capital, Inc. (NYSE: HASI), a leading investor in sustainable infrastructure assets, today (May 4, 2026) announced their agreement to spin off Ameresco’s biofuels business into
May 06, 2026 Read Full Article
Hong Kong and Dongguan Governments Advance High-Quality Industrial Development in the Greater Bay Area Hong Kong to Establish a Sustainable Aviation Fuel Hub in Dongguan
(EcoCeres) EcoCeres signed an Investment Letter of Intent with the Dongguan Municipal People's Government to establish the first complete SAF supply chain in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area (GBA). The Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region and the Dongguan
May 06, 2026 Read Full Article
Webinar: Q2 Biofuels Outlook: Iran War Implications --- May 28, 2026 --- ONLINE Recorded Presentation Available
The Iran War is already reshaping global energy markets. But what could it mean for biofuels? Join ResourceWise’s Matthew Stone, VP of Business Development and Low-Carbon Fuels, for a live Q2 2026 Biofuels Market Update exploring the conflict’s implications for
May 06, 2026 Read Full Article
EU Ethanol Market Eyes Mercosur Inflows as Quotas Near; E20 Push Adds Upside
by Samyak Pandey (S&P Global) EU ethanol quotas open May 1 for Mercosur; E20 blend push could boost demand 58% by 2030; Market watches import flows vs. policy shifts European ethanol markets are bracing for the start of Mercosur import flows from May 1,
May 05, 2026 Read Full Article
Agriculture and Manufacturing Unite Behind National Ethanol and Biodiesel Mandate
(National Farmers Federation/Beef Central) Four major agricultural bodies have joined forces to urge the Australian Government to introduce an immediate national mandate for ethanol and biodiesel to bolster fuel security. The National Farmers Federation (NFF), GrainGrowers, Australian Sugar Manufacturers and Canegrowers say
May 05, 2026 Read Full Article
RI Fast-Tracks Plantation Down-Streaming for Energy Resilience
(Indonesian Palm Oil Association/GAPKI) The government is accelerating the down-streaming process of the plantation sector as part of national strategy to realize national energy self-sufficiency while simultaneously increasing the added value of domestic plantation commodities amidst global pressures and unsecured dependence
May 05, 2026 Read Full Article
Zimbabwe Trials Ethanol-Diesel Blend
(Sunday Mail/Bulawayo) Zimbabwe has begun formal research and trials into blending diesel with ethanol, signalling a potential shift in the country's energy strategy as Government moves to cushion consumers from rising fuel prices and reduce reliance on imports. The trials, being conducted
May 04, 2026 Read Full Article
Launch of Public Consultation on the State Aid Scheme for Biofuel Production Public comment DEADLINE approx. May 14, 2026
(Romania Ministry of Energy) The Ministry of Energy has put out for public consultation the State Aid Scheme to support investments in biofuel production, with an estimated total budget of 500 million euros, financed by the Modernization Fund, under Key Programme
May 01, 2026 Read Full Article
Companies Sign MoU to Expand Partnership into Green Fuels
(Safety4Sea) Venture Energy Limited and Shanghai Shenji Energy & Environmental Technology Co Ltd announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), upgrading their existing spot trade relationship into a broader, full-spectrum partnership focusing on green fuels. The agreement expands cooperation beyond
April 30, 2026 Read Full Article
How the Hormuz Crisis Is Driving a Biofuels Boom
(Bloomberg/The Straits Times) Demand for biofuels has been growing in many parts of the world. Governments, particularly those in countries with big farming sectors, have viewed crop-based fuels as a way to support domestic agriculture, cut transport fossil fuel emissions and
April 30, 2026 Read Full Article
Assam to Host India's First Industrial Bamboo-to-Biomethanol Plant: A $1.2B Anchor in Domestic Clean Fuels Sovereignty
(ACTUAL) The Government of Assam has approved a landmark fiscal incentives package for the development of India's first industrial-scale Bamboo-to-Biomethanol facility — an estimated $1.2 billion (approximately ₹10,000 crore) project that positions the state as a pioneer in the global clean
April 30, 2026 Read Full Article
EU to Accelerate Renewable Hydrogen Review
(Global e-Fuels) The EU Commission plans to bring forward the review of renewable hydrogen from July 2028 to the second quarter of 2026. In a 22 April plan called AccelerateEU, the Commission said that “the slower than expected ramp up of the hydrogen market”
April 29, 2026 Read Full Article
Govt Draft Rules Add E85, E100 Fuels – Higher Ethanol Blends Under Consideration Public Comment DEADLINE approx May 26, 2026
by Nabanita Singha Roy (Rush Lane) Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH) has issued a draft notification proposing key amendments to the Central Motor Vehicles Rules (CMVR), 1989. The move aims to update fuel classifications and emission norms in line
April 29, 2026 Read Full Article
Conflicts Push India’s Biofuel, Low-Carbon Fertiliser Revolution
by Pallab Bhattacharyya/Aasha Khosa (AWAZ/The Voice) ... In this crucible, biofuels, renewable gases, green hydrogen, and low-carbon fertilisers have shifted from niche environmental tools to strategic imperatives for energy sovereignty and climate resilience. India, with its vast agricultural diversity, abundant solar and
April 28, 2026 Read Full Article
Johnson Matthey Chosen by Liquid Sunshine for New Biomethanol Fuel Plant in China
(Johnson Matthey) JM’s methanol technology selected by Guangdong Liquid Sunshine in the Guangxi Province; The project is among the first wave of commercial projects in the wider industry designed to support early adopters decarbonising maritime fuel; This project represents the JM Catalyst Technologies’
April 28, 2026 Read Full Article
Government Called on to Develop Biofuel
(National Broadcasting Corporation) A call has been made on the Government to seriously tap into biofuel production. -- Karkar Islander Tony Dibul made the call amid ongoing instability and uncertainty in global fuel prices. He said Papua New Guinea cannot continue to
April 24, 2026 Read Full Article
The Rise of the Urja-daatas: Transforming India’s Farmers into Biofuel Producers
by Vasudha Madhavan (Economic Times Government) India is pivoting from imported LPG to domestic biofuels like CBG to ensure energy sovereignty. This shift empowers farmers, cuts trade deficits, and leverages waste for a net-zero, circular economy. ... The rapid expansion of LPG coverage,
April 24, 2026 Read Full Article
European Commission Confirms Important Role of Higher Ethanol Blends in De-fossilising Road Transport
by Robin Whitlock (Renewable Energy Magazine) European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen has confirmed to MEPs that the EU should consider allowing higher ethanol blending in petrol in order to de-fossilise Europe’s car fleet more effectively. Von der Leyen specifically mentioned
April 24, 2026 Read Full Article
The World Is Searching for Oil. This Summit Is Looking to Get Rid of It.
by Sara Schonhardt (Politico) The gathering in Colombia marks a breakaway effort to accelerate climate action after years of plodding progress under the United Nations. Colombia's environmental minister, Irene Vélez Torres, will help lead a climate conference that stems from frustration
April 24, 2026 Read Full Article
Crisafulli Government Drives National First for Renewable Diesel
(Queensland Government) • The Crisafulli Government is investing $25 million to produce renewable diesel at Ampol’s Lytton refinery, boosting Queensland’s fuel security and sovereign capability. Marks the first sustainable domestic production of second-generation low carbon liquid fuels in Australia. Project declared a Prescribed
April 23, 2026 Read Full Article
Biofuels and Oil Insecurity: What the Evidence Suggests about Agriculture Powering Mobility
by Mohammad Abul Azad (World Bank ... Blogs) Biofuels derived from agricultural crops can help reduce exposure to oil shocks, linking energy security with rural production and transport systems. -- Recent military conflict in the Middle East have once again reminded the
April 22, 2026 Read Full Article
ASTM Approves Updated Heating Oil Specification to Include Biodiesel Blends Up to B50
(Clean Fuels Alliance America) Clean Fuels Alliance America welcomes the approval of the latest revision to ASTM D396, the standard specification for fuel oils, which now includes new grades for biodiesel blends containing 21% to 50% biodiesel by volume (B21-B50). The
April 22, 2026 Read Full Article
India Should Move to 100% Ethanol Fuel: Transport Minister Nitin Gadkari Pushes for 0% Petrol
by Neeraj Padmakumar (Times of India/Cartoq) India could be heading towards 100 percent Ethanol-blended petrol (E100) sooner than expected. Speaking at the Indian Federation of Green Energy's Green Transport Conclave, Union Minister Nitin Gadkari said that the country should aim for 100
April 22, 2026 Read Full Article
Boeing and Norsk e-Fuel Expand Efforts to Advance e-Fuels
(Boeing) Exploring how e-SAF can strengthen Europe’s energy resilience -- Boeing and Norsk e-Fuel are expanding their strategic collaboration to accelerate the production of synthetic aviation fuel, or e-SAF, and strengthen Europe's energy resilience. The joint industrial initiative will explore how synthetic
April 21, 2026 Read Full Article
Nippon Biofuel Selected for METI Large-Scale Demonstration Project to Build a Japan-Led Marine Biofuel Supply Chain — JPY 7 Billion Africa-Based Green Corridor Initiative
(Nippon Biofuel) Nippon Biofuel Co., Ltd. (“NBF”) announces that it has been selected for a large-scale demonstration project under the “FY2024 Supplementary Global South Future-Oriented Co-Creation Program (Large-Scale Demonstration, Non-ASEAN Countries, Second Call)” implemented by Japan’s Ministry of Economy, Trade and
April 21, 2026 Read Full Article
Analysis-Biofuels Back in Vogue as Iran War Triggers Oil Price Surge
by Nigel Hunt and May Angel (Reuters) Asian countries seeking to use more biofuels since onset of war; Biofuels can help ease fuel prices, reduce import dependency; Crude oil up 30% since war started, key biofuel input corn up 5% ... The conflict has
April 21, 2026 Read Full Article
Biofuels: Indonesia's Strategic Shield against Energy Volatility
(Antara) Indonesia is navigating renewed turbulence in global energy markets as oil prices fluctuate amid persistent geopolitical uncertainty and supply disruptions. With crude oil recently hovering around the US$100-per-barrel level, volatility in global energy markets continues to expose structural vulnerabilities for net
April 20, 2026 Read Full Article
Biodiesel B100 Has Potential to Be Strategic Alternative for Nation's Energy Supply
(Bernama/New Straits Times) Palm-based B100 biodiesel has the potential to be a strategic alternative in strengthening the country's energy security, especially in the face of global fuel supply uncertainties. FGV Biotechnologies Sdn Bhd chief executive officer Roziyatulshima Zamil said B100 biodiesel refers
April 20, 2026 Read Full Article
Advanced Biofuels Canada Comments on Prime Minister Carney’s Temporary Suspense of the Federal Fuel Excise Tax
(Advanced Biofuels Canada/EIN Presswire) Advanced Biofuels Canada Association (ABFC) comments on Prime Minister Mark Carney’s announcement temporarily suspending the federal fuel excise tax on gasoline, diesel, and aviation fuel. This measure will add to the savings Canadians already receive from the integration of
April 16, 2026 Read Full Article
Report Highlights Increased Role of Canola in Biofuel Future
(Plains Producer) A new report has highlighted the key role canola could play as a biofuel in future energy transition and fuel security for Australia. The report, ‘Fuelling the future: How the new biofuel demand wave could reshape Australia’s canola sector’, by
April 16, 2026 Read Full Article
Online Consultation Workshop on the Development of the ASEAN Biofuel Cooperation Framework under the SPICES Project
(ASEAN Center for Energy) On 1 April 2026, the ASEAN Centre for Energy (ACE), in collaboration with the Economic Research Institute for ASEAN and East Asia (ERIA). held the Online Consultation Workshop on the Development of the ASEAN Biofuel Cooperation Framework under the
April 15, 2026 Read Full Article
Dung Quat Biofuel Plant Set for Full-Capacity Operations in April
(VNA/VNP/Vietnam Pictoral) The Dung Quat Biofuel Plant is accelerating production and is expected to reach full capacity by mid-April, supplying ethanol for nationwide E10RON95 biofuel blending. -- According to Vietnam Central Biofuels Joint Stock Company (BSR-BF), since resuming operations on January 20,
April 14, 2026 Read Full Article
Brazil Weighs Fast-Tracking Biodiesel Tests as Diesel Prices Spike
by Marcela Ayers (Reuters) Brazil's government is looking at ways to accelerate testing of higher biodiesel blends in diesel, aiming to reach a conclusion this year, the head of a soy crushers association said on Wednesday (April 8, 2026), amid a
April 14, 2026 Read Full Article
AIDA Urges Centre to Roll out Ethanol-Based Cooking Nationwide to Cut Reliance on Imported LPG
(ANI/The Tribune) All India Distillers' Association (AIDA) has written to the Ministry of Petroleum & Natural Gas, urging it to enable the nationwide rollout of ethanol-based cooking as an alternative to LPG, citing rising surplus production and energy security concerns. In a
April 13, 2026 Read Full Article
KAI Adopts B40 Biodiesel, Prepares for B50 Transition
(Antara) State-owned railway company PT Kereta Api Indonesia (KAI) has adopted green energy across all its locomotives and generators using B40 biodiesel and is preparing to transition to B50 to support efficient and sustainable transportation. “All locomotives and generators operated by KAI
April 13, 2026 Read Full Article
XCF Global Provides Update on New Rise Reno Plant Conversion
(XCF Global) • Conversion project remains on schedule, with plant upgrades progressing in line with current development plans. Targeted equipment and catalyst updates underway to support anticipated SAF production and operational stability. Key catalyst deliveries expected in late May and early June 2026, supporting
April 13, 2026 Read Full Article
Prabowo Plans Processing Centers for Bio-Based Aviation Fuel
(Antara) President Prabowo Subianto announced that the government will establish processing centers to convert palm oil and used cooking oil into aviation fuel, as part of efforts to develop alternative energy sources. Speaking at the inauguration of an electric commercial vehicle assembly
April 13, 2026 Read Full Article
Sustainable Aviation Fuel Could Buffer Airlines from Energy Spikes
by Robert Silk (Travel Weekly) Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) isn't a topic that generates exciting headlines. But one of the many lessons from the oil shock of the Iran war is that SAF matters, and not only because it's critical to decarbonize aviation. It
April 13, 2026 Read Full Article
Biofuels as Strategic Energy Asset
by Joe Zaldarriaga (The Philippine Star) The latest escalation of tensions in the Middle East has once again exposed an uncomfortable reality for the Philippines: as a country that imports the vast majority of its oil, we remain highly vulnerable to
April 10, 2026 Read Full Article
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