by Eve Thomas (Offshore Technology) Biofuel producers must look beyond waste lipids if they want to avoid a feedstock bottleneck; land-efficient, industrial-integrable microalgae offer a solution. -- Biofuel has been touted as the cornerstone of a decarbonised future, but the complex supply chains
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Back TO HOMEEU-US Waste Oil Imports Surge Twentyfold as Biofuel Demand Hits Vegoil Supply: IEA
by Samyak Pandey (S&P Global) Biofuels claiming 27% of vegetable oil production by 2030; Aviation SAF competing for same waste oils as road transport; Advanced feedstocks still niche despite policy support -- EU and US waste oil imports have surged twentyfold since 2020, intensifying pressure
October 09, 2025 Read Full Article
EU Parliament Plans to Cut Back Sustainability Law Further
by Kate Abnett (Reuters) Lawmaker groups agree to further weaken corporate sustainability law; Deal would apply law to firms with at least 5,000 employees, 1.5 billion euros turnover; Socialists compromise to avoid 'worse' deal with far-right lawmakers Lawmaker groups holding a majority in the
October 09, 2025 Read Full Article
Qair Secures Financing for Hyd’Occ Renewable Hydrogen Ecosystem, Advancing Its Green Hydrogen Strategy
(Qair) Independent renewable energy company Qair announces the successful financing of its renewable hydrogen ecosystem in Occitanie, France. This landmark €55 million financing, secured in partnership with Crédit Agricole and Bpifrance, will support the pending construction of the Hyd’Occ H2 production facility in
October 08, 2025 Read Full Article
EU Imports of UCO-Based Biodiesel Remain High Despite Punitive Tariffs
(UFOP/Biobased Diesel Daily) ... Since February, the EU-27 has imposed duties on biodiesel imports from China, ranging from 10 percent to 35.6 percent, depending on the feedstock. Nevertheless, pressure from Chinese imports remains strong. According to Eurostat, imports of methyl-ester biodiesel made from used
October 07, 2025 Read Full Article
Molgas Completes Full Acquisition of Titan Clean Fuels
(Molgas) Molgas and Titan fully join forces; New integrated single company will form the leader in downstream LNG in Europe -- Molgas Energy Group (“Molgas”), backed by infrastructure investor InfraVia, has finalized the full acquisition of Titan Energy Holding, parent company of Titan
October 07, 2025 Read Full Article
Ethanol Mix Gasoline: Mileage and Engine Impact
(Autoini) Explore ethanol fuel blends and their effects on engines, efficiency, and global adoption. -- Ethanol mix gasoline is becoming more common worldwide as countries aim to cut emissions and reduce oil dependence. Blended fuels such as E5, E10, E20, and E85 are already widely
October 06, 2025 Read Full Article
RED III Passes Dutch Parliament, Reassuring Biofuels Traders of Timely Transposition into Law
by Olly Wroe and Suzanna Hayek (S&P Global) Tweede Kamer adopts notable amendments; 'Jan. 1 implementation probable': sources; Initial market reaction is limited -- The Dutch House of Representatives, or Tweede Kamer, voted to implement the EU's Renewable Energy Directive, or RED III,
October 06, 2025 Read Full Article
Optimism Grows among Ethanol Producers as Exports Drive 2026 Outlook
by Mark Dorenkamp (Brownfield Ag News) Renewable Fuels Association chief economist Scott Richman says the outlook for next year is positive. “Producers remain optimistic, right now the export market is very good. And as long as we can sustain that, things will
October 06, 2025 Read Full Article
The Fast-Breaking, Full-Court Pressing, Outside-Shooting Bioeconomy
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) ... Rotterdam’s three cancelled projects weren’t just bad luck — they were dinosaurs lumbering in a league that has gone small-ball. The Rotterdam Regulars vs the Brussels Bureaucrats has given way to a new style of
October 03, 2025 Read Full Article
Biogenic Carbon Dioxide from RNG Is Key to Europe’s Carbon Strategy – EBA
(Bioenergy International) The European Biogas Association (EBA) has launched a comprehensive paper exploring the valorisation of biogenic carbon dioxide from the biogas sector, enabling the EU’s carbon strategy to reduce emissions and support a sustainable, low-carbon economy as a scalable and
October 02, 2025 Read Full Article
PowerCell Secures Breakthrough Contract to Equip World’s First Hydrogen-Powered Bulk Carriers
(PowerCell Group) Order to supply fuel cell systems for two hydrogen-powered bulk carriers for GMI Rederi AS highlights the strong momentum of the Marine System 225 -- PowerCell, the world’s leading supplier of fuel cells for the marine market, has secured a
October 02, 2025 Read Full Article
Beyond Aero Tests Hydrogen-Electric Jet Engine
by Matt Ryan (AvWeb) Successful trials in Toulouse move Beyond Aero’s hydrogen-electric jet engine closer to certification. -- Beyond Aero has reached Technology Readiness Level 6 (TRL6) for its hydrogen-electric propulsion system, marking an important milestone towards certification for the Toulouse-based developer. The
October 02, 2025 Read Full Article
Benefits of Using First-Generation Biomass for Food, Fuels, Chemicals and Derived Materials in Europe (PDF)
(Renewable Carbon Publications) First-generation biomass in non-food applications increases food security. -- Using first-generation biomass for non-food applications strengthens food security by increasing overall availability of feedstock and market stability. At the same time, it also delivers valuable protein-rich by-products addressing the
October 02, 2025 Read Full Article
Smartenergy Secures Long-Term e-SAF Offtake Deal with Q8 Aviation
(Global e-Fuels) Smartenergy Group AG has signed a strategic partnership with Q8 Aviation, the international aviation arm of Kuwait Petroleum International, to advance the production and use of synthetic sustainable aviation fuel (e-SAF). The agreement makes Q8 Aviation a cornerstone offtake
October 01, 2025 Read Full Article
EU Appeals ‘into the Void’ WTO Ruling on RI Biodiesel Exports
by Deni Ghifari (The Jakarta Post) he European Union plans to appeal a World Trade Organization ruling against Brussels’ import duties imposed on biodiesel from Indonesia, meaning the case is set to remain in limbo at the WTO’s paralyzed Appellate Body. READ
September 29, 2025 Read Full Article
German Research Highlights Promise of Fuel Cell HGVs with Road-Ready Prototype
by Pölös Zsófia (Transport in Europe) Researchers in Germany say fuel cell HGVs could become a viable option for European hauliers, and have now put their own prototype on the road after receiving official approval. -- Hydrogen lorries can deliver ranges of up to
September 29, 2025 Read Full Article
The Digest’s Multi-Slide Guide to Asia Biobunkers Pricing and Market Update
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) Singapore has surpassed Rotterdam as Asia’s largest biobunkering hub since 2024, driven by tightening IMO and EU regulations. The IMO Carbon Intensity Indicator (CII) mandates 4-17% GHG reduction by 2028, and GHG pricing begins in 2028
September 29, 2025 Read Full Article
Indonesia: Palm Oil Sellers Fear New Barriers after EU Deal
by Fika Ramadhani (Deutsche Welle) After nearly a decade of negotiations between Jakarta and Brussels, a new free trade pact will let Indonesia sell its palm oil in the EU with zero tariffs. But other obstacles are looming. -- The European Union
September 29, 2025 Read Full Article
Chances of US Passing a Carbon Border Tariff Law are ‘Non-Trivial,’ Dem. Senator Says
by Lamar Johnson (ESG Dive) Sens. Sheldon Whitehouse, D-R.I., and Bill Cassidy, R-La., have each introduced bills to implement a carbon border adjustment mechanism for the U.S., mirroring similar initiatives abroad. While the trade deal between the U.S. and European Union contained
September 26, 2025 Read Full Article
Moeve Continues Advancing Biomethane Plant Development to Produce Green Hydrogen and Decarbonize Its Industrial Operations
(Moeve) The company is advancing its renewable gas production through the signing of an agreement with ID Energy Group to develop up to 1 TWh of production capacity, adding to the partnerships previously made with Kira Ventures, PreZero, and InproEner; Producing up
September 26, 2025 Read Full Article
The Digest’s Multi-Slide Guide to Lowering Barriers for Maritime Biofuels
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) Green Corridors as key demonstration platforms for maritime biofuel adoption. New MARPOL Annex VI will mandate GHG intensity reductions and economic incentives. DNV’s scenario projects bio-methanol and bio-MGO dominance. Maersk has invested $100M in a green
September 26, 2025 Read Full Article
Five Ways to Spur Global Growth in Renewable Ethanol
by David Carpintero (ePURE/Ethanol Producer Magazine) ... While economic and political uncertainty seem to have become the new normal on the global stage, there are still some ways that ethanol producers everywhere could take advantage of opportunities created by the right
September 25, 2025 Read Full Article
Stargate Hydrogen Signs Landmark MoU with RDI, Saudi Arabia’s Research, Development, and Innovation Authority, to Accelerate Green Hydrogen Innovation in the Kingdom.
(Stargate Hydrogen) Stargate Hydrogen, a European-born deep-tech and green hydrogen technologies manufacturer, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with RDI - Research, Development, and Innovation Authority of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. The signing accelerates Stargate Hydrogen’s activities in the Middle
September 25, 2025 Read Full Article
Catagen Launches Sustainable Aviation Fuel Company
(Catagen/Biobased Diesel Daily) Catagen, a Belfast-based clean-energy engineering company, announced Sept. 17 that it has officially launched ClimaHtech Green Flight at its Titanic Quarter Campus. CGF, a wholly owned subsidiary of Catagen, will use patented modular-reactor technology to produce sustainable aviation fuel
September 23, 2025 Read Full Article
EU Allocates €100m-Worth of ETS Allowances to Help Airlines Buy Sustainable Aviation Fuels
(European Commission) On 12 September 2025, the Commission adopted a Decision on the allocation of EU ETS emission allowances to airlines for the use of sustainable aviation fuels (SAF) in 2024. This follows calculations by Member States’ authorities for commercial airlines, and marks
September 23, 2025 Read Full Article
Neste’s Renewable Diesel Journey: From Visionary Beginnings towards a More Sustainable Future
(Neste) What began as an innovative idea in the 1990s has grown into a global success story. Lars Peter Lindfors, Senior Vice President, Technology & Innovation at Neste, revisits the key milestones of this journey, reflecting on the pioneering spirit that
September 23, 2025 Read Full Article
September Symbolism: Harvesting Change and New Beginnings
by Allen Schaefer (Engine Technology Forum) ... The rapid pivot of 2025 politics has brought more announcements of investments in internal combustion engines and manufacturing capability in the U.S. and calls for extensions of elimination of future bans on ICE in
September 23, 2025 Read Full Article
EU to Delay Anti-Deforestation Law by Another Year
by Kate Abnett and Makini Brice (Reuters) EU delays law again, citing IT system concerns; U.S. and other major trade partners have opposed the law; Law aims to curb global deforestation linked to EU consumption; Environmental campaigners criticise delay The European Union will delay launching
September 23, 2025 Read Full Article
APPA Biofuels Calls for Substantial Changes to the Draft Royal Decree on Renewable Fuels to Bring It into Compliance with EU Regulations.
(The Association of Renewable Energy Companies (APPA) (Google Translation)) APPA Biocarburantes considers that the draft Royal Decree on renewable fuels in transport presented by MITECO last July, which is currently being processed, requires substantial changes to adequately transpose the provisions on
September 23, 2025 Read Full Article
Radisson Hotels and Ryanair Are among Buyers for Huge Soil Carbon Credit Release
by Jim Giles (Trellis) The market for such credits got another boost this week with a major purchase by the government of Singapore. -- Key Takeaways: Danish startup Agreena released 2.3 million credits generated by farmers in 10 European nations. The farmers deployed regenerative
September 23, 2025 Read Full Article
P&O Ferries Begins First Biofuel-Based Operations on North Sea Ferry
by Rebecca Moore (Riviera) P&O Ferries’ Pride of Hull, has become the first ferry on the Hull–Rotterdam route to permanently run on lower-carbon biofuel blend -- Following a successful trial, Pride of Hull is now running entirely on Biofuel B30 – a blended fuel, containingn
September 22, 2025 Read Full Article
UK CBAM — The UK’s Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism
(UABIO) The UK Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (UK CBAM) will be launched on 1 January 2027. This will ensure that imported carbon-intensive industrial goods are charged a comparable price for their carbon emissions to that which would be paid for similar
September 19, 2025 Read Full Article
Commission Welcomes an Agreement on Cohesion Policy Modernisation
(European Commission) The European Commission welcomes the adoption of important updates to Cohesion policy 2021-2027 by the European Parliament and the Council. These changes will enable EU Member States and regions to reallocate funds towards new strategic priorities, thereby enhancing investments
September 19, 2025 Read Full Article
Argentine 2025 Biodiesel Production among Lowest on Record
(Oils & Fats International) Argentina’s biodiesel production in 2025 is expected to be the lowest volume on record at 1.2bn litres, a drop of 7% compared to the previous year, according to a US Department of Agriculture (USDA) report. With domestic consumption
September 18, 2025 Read Full Article
Gaining Momentum: Renault Group Joins Sail for Change to Boost UECC Environmental Initiative
(United European Car Carriers) Renault Group has signed up to participate in United European Car Carriers’ (UECC) Sail for Change fuel-switching programme, making it the fifth automotive manufacturer to join the pioneering initiative that has seen major reductions in emissions through bunkering of liquefied biomethane on UECC vessels. Pilot shipments of Renault vehicles started
September 18, 2025 Read Full Article
Turkish Oil company Tüpraş to Produce Sustainable Aviation Fuel
(Balkan Green Energy News) Oil refiner Tüpraş is working on a technology for biofuel from algae and yeasts, using solar energy. The Sunfusion project involves processing into sustainable aviation fuel – kerosene – and green alternatives for vessels. It received EU
September 17, 2025 Read Full Article
Gevo and Haush to Partner in European SAF Development Projects
by Richard Winterbourne (Haush) The companies intend to speed up the development of cost-competitive fuels in Europe with technology, local relationships, market and regulatory knowledge. Gevo, Inc. and HAUSH Ltd., a European-based leader in renewable energy projects, have entered into an agreement to explore
September 17, 2025 Read Full Article
Bureau Veritas Launches OptiCARBONTM to Optimize Fleet Energy, Fuel and Compliance Costs
(Bureau Veritas) OptiCARBONTM is a predictive decision platform for cruise and passenger vessel owners, operators and fleet managers, designed to optimize energy use, fuel spend, and regulatory cost exposure, in order to reduce compliance complexity. OptiCARBONTM is designed to support tailored decarbonization strategies
September 16, 2025 Read Full Article
The Current Scenario of SAF Production in Brazil (2025)
by Jefferson dos Santos Estevo* (Advanced Biofuels USA) The production of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) continues to expand worldwide. Data from the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO), as of the end of August, indicate that if all 472 announced production
September 15, 2025 Read Full Article
Palm oil: Malaysia on the Right Track to Be Classified as Low-Risk Country, Says Johari
(UkrAgroConsult) Malaysia is on the right track to be classified as a low-risk country in palm oil production, particularly with its mandatory Malaysian Sustainable Palm Oil (MSPO) certification, says Plantations and Commodities Minister Datuk Seri Johari Abdul Ghani. He said the government
September 15, 2025 Read Full Article
The Carbon Black Caper: Ecolomondo’s Tire-to-Treasure Story
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) ... It’s pyrolysis: Ecolomondo’s Thermal Decomposition Process, a precise sequence of heat, pressure, and rotation that breaks down a tire into its elemental valuables — recovered carbon black, oil, steel, and syngas. ... Pyrolysis is often described as
September 12, 2025 Read Full Article
Global Maritime Forum Highlights Kenya’s e-Fuel Potential in New Insight Brief
(Global Maritime Forum) A new insight brief published today by the Global Maritime Forum highlights Kenya’s potential in the production and use of zero-emission fuels for the shipping industry. The report titled ‘Powering clean shipping: Kenya in the global power-to-x economy’
September 11, 2025 Read Full Article
The European Bioeconomy University Alliance: Creative Hub for Knowledge Transfer
(European Bioeconomy University Alliance) The transition to the Bioeconomy is one of the major economic, social and environmental challenges facing the European Union in the coming years. The European Bioeconomy University, established in July 2019, will tackle this enormous challenge by educating a
September 11, 2025 Read Full Article
Academic Global Collaboration in the Bioeconomy --- September 16, 2025 --- New York, NY and ONLINE
Par of Science Summit New York: The transition to the Bioeconomy is one of the major economic, social and environmental challenges facing the European Union in the coming years. In this session we will explore how universities can enhance global
September 11, 2025 Read Full Article
‘Korea Is Shifting from Biofuel Importer to Exporter,’ Says Rystad Analyst
by Byun Hye-jin (The Korea Herald) With China pulling back exports, Korea has opening to fill rising demand from Europe, North America, Japan -- Once a heavy importer of biofuels and raw materials for its renewable energy transition, South Korea is rapidly emerging
September 10, 2025 Read Full Article
New Audit Confirms EU Renewable Ethanol Industry’s Significant Production of Food, Feed and Biogenic CO2
(ePURE) Independently certified data from European producers show significant production of food and feed along with sustainable biofuel in 2024, highlighting strategic importance of domestic ethanol biorefineries -- European ethanol biorefineries produced more food and animal feed than fuel in 2024, according
September 10, 2025 Read Full Article
Southeast Asia Set to Export Surplus Biofuels to Europe, Petronas Executive Says
by Florence Tan (Reuters) Southeast Asia is positioned to export biofuels to other markets such as Europe as production capacity exceeds demand in the region, a senior executive with Malaysian state oil and gas company Petronas said on Wednesday (September 10,
September 10, 2025 Read Full Article
Business Aviation Leader Luxaviation and Haffner Energy Double Down on Partnership with New SAF Offtake Agreement
(Haffner Energy) Haffner Energy, a leading solid biomass-to-clean fuels solutions provider, and Luxaviation Group, a leading global operator in the business aviation sector, are strengthening their partnership with a non-exclusive 15-year offtake agreement in Europe with fixed SAF volume and price
September 10, 2025 Read Full Article
Outraged Farmers Blame Ag Monopolies as Catastrophic Collapse Looms
by Chris Bennett (AgWeb) ... On Sept. 2, 2025, a telltale farm meeting went nuclear. Field representatives from the offices of Sen. Tom Cotton, Sen. John Boozman and Rep. Rick Crawford, along with a rep sent by Gov. Sarah Sanders, initially
September 10, 2025 Read Full Article
Europe's Hotly Contested Ban on New Gasoline Cars Is Back in the Spotlight
by Sam Meredith (CNBC/MSN) -- Europe’s electric vehicle industry has pushed for the European Commission to stand firm on its 2035 zero-emission target for cars and vans. -- Other automotive industry groups, however, are calling on the EU’s executive arm to
September 10, 2025 Read Full Article
EC Publishes Summary Report on Public Consultation for EU Bioeconomy Strategy
by Lynn L. Bergeson and Carla N. Hutton (Bergeson & Campbell) The European Commission (EC) has published a report summarizing comments received during the public consultation for the initiative “Towards a circular, regenerative and competitive bioeconomy.” As reported in our April 1, 2025, blog
September 10, 2025 Read Full Article
Greenlyte x MB Energy | Strategic Offtake Agreement
(Greenlyte) Greenlyte Carbon Technologies GmbH and MB Energy Holding GmbH & Co. KG have signed a strategic landmark agreement covering the offtake of e-methanol from Greenlyte’s LiquidSolar™ facility in Marl as well as advanced offtake intentions for future projects. Just days after officially
September 09, 2025 Read Full Article
The Port of Alicante Is Moving toward Green Hydrogen with a Market Consultation. The Deadline for Submitting Proposals Is September 30.
(Port of Alicante) The Port of Alicante has taken a key step in its sustainability strategy with the launch of a Preliminary Market Consultation (PMC) to prepare for the future concession of a green hydrogen production plant. The initiative, dubbed PORTALI-H2,
September 09, 2025 Read Full Article
Swift Fuels’ 100R Unleaded Avgas Gets ASTM Nod
(General Aviation News) Swift Fuels has received approval of an ASTM International production specification for its 100R unleaded avgas. -- The final voting results from ASTM were published Sept. 4, 2025, after several years of “dedicated research by the team from Swift
September 08, 2025 Read Full Article
Everfuel Achieves RFNBO Certification – A Major Milestone for Green Hydrogen in Europe
(Everfuel) Everfuel is pleased to announce that we have achieved RFNBO certification officially recognising that our hydrogen production facility, HySynergy, produces green hydrogen under the EU’s Renewable Fuels of Non-Biological Origin (RFNBO) framework. Everfuel is now a Certified RFNBO Producer, setting a new
September 08, 2025 Read Full Article
Indonesia Pushes for South-South Cooperation on Palm Oil Sustainability Standards
(EurActiv) Comprehensive global standards for palm oil management and trade are being developed through BRICS, CPOPC and FAO, but will they sync with the EU’s Deforestation Regulation? -- In July, Indonesian Deputy Foreign Minister Arif Havas Oegroseno announced a new push to develop
September 08, 2025 Read Full Article
Everything You’ve Wanted to Know about Coprocessing (But Were Afraid to Ask)
by Ignacio Costa (Topsoe/SAF Magazine) ... Coprocessing refers to the simultaneous processing of renewable and fossil feedstocks within existing refinery units, such as hydrotreaters or hydrocrackers. In this approach, renewable materials including vegetable oils, animal fats or used cooking oils are blended
September 05, 2025 Read Full Article
An Alternative Pathway to Sustainable Aviation Fuel
by Alexei Beltyukov and Stephen Sims (Universal Fuel Technologies/SAF Magazine) ... FT processes remain more expensive than HEFA, primarily due to higher capital costs per unit of production capacity and more complex production processes. ... FT plants making SAF will produce up to 20%
September 05, 2025 Read Full Article
Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) a Practical and Immediate Solution to Decarbonize the Aviation Sector, Says Union Minister Ram Mohan Naidu
(India Ministry of Civil Aviation) Unveils SAF Feasibility Report - India’ roadmap to emerge as global leader in Sustainable Aviation Fuels Ministry of Civil Aviation, in partnership with the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) and with support from the European Union has
September 05, 2025 Read Full Article
Emvolon and Freepoint Commodities Announce Term Sheet for Strategic Collaboration for Renewable Methanol Production and Marketing
(Emvolon/Business Wire) Emvolon, Inc. (Emvolon), a Massachusetts-based innovator in renewable fuel and chemical production technology, and Freepoint Commodities LLC (Freepoint), a leading global commodities merchant, today announced their intention to enter into a long-term strategic collaboration to accelerate the production
September 04, 2025 Read Full Article
ShapingBio Offers Recommendations for a Competitive EU Bioeconomy
(ShapingBio) New policy brief urges the European Commission to harmonise coordination, strengthen financing, and improve market conditions to unlock the full potential of bio-based innovation. Brussels, August 26th, 2025 - The EU-funded ShapingBio project has released a comprehensive policy brief outlining key
September 04, 2025 Read Full Article
Furetank Launches Company for Trading Emission Reductions in Shipping
(Furetank) The FuelEU Maritime regulation opens new pathways for the shipping industry to dramatically cut greenhouse gas emissions. The Swedish tanker shipping company Furetank is now taking the lead, reducing its own emissions to a fraction through biogas operations and launching
September 04, 2025 Read Full Article
BTG Bioliquids and NanosTech Partner to Deliver End-to-End Advanced Biofuels Solution
(BTG Bioliquids/Business Wire) BTG Bioliquids BV (BTL), a Netherlands-based leader in fast pyrolysis technology, and NanosTech Technology & Innovations Ltd. (NanosTech), a Canada-based catalyst development and manufacturing company, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to deliver a fully integrated solution
September 04, 2025 Read Full Article
Fuels, Strategic: Why Biomethanol Matters More than Ever
by Alisha Patil (Kings Research/Biofuels Digest) Biomethanol is quietly emerging as one of the most compelling levers in the decarbonization of both renewable chemicals and marine propulsion—a bit like cryogenic CO₂ in food processing: pragmatic, powerful, and often underappreciated. Drawing on
September 03, 2025 Read Full Article
This Obscure UN Rule Will Help Shape the Future of Carbon Markets
by Lucy Almond (Trellis) At stake: what counts as "high-integrity" in the voluntary carbon market. -- Key Takeaways: Article 6.4 of the Paris Agreement likely will heavily influence expectations on what counts as “high integrity” in the voluntary carbon markets. If the article limits
September 02, 2025 Read Full Article
China's Biofuels Industry Swivels to SAF as EU-US Trade Row Drags Downstream Sales to Four-Year Low
by Samyak Pandey (S&P Global) China pivots from biodiesel exports to sustainable aviation fuel production amid EU trade barriers; Chinese SAF production capacity projected to reach 3.0-3.8 billion liters in 2025; Domestic biofuel consumption stagnates as China prioritizes EV over liquid biofuels for
September 02, 2025 Read Full Article
The Digest’s 2025 Multi-Slide Guide to Green Gas Production Targets and Challenges
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) EU directives target 35 bcm renewable gas by 2030, with the Netherlands aiming for 1.1 bcm Green Gas, 0.55 bcm via gasification. This necessitates building approximately 14 (30 MWth) plants in NL and 175 across Europe
August 29, 2025 Read Full Article
Hydrogen’s Horizon: Going for the Green, Bethpage Black Style
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) ... Ryder Cup. Bethpage Black. The 17th hole. Two hundred and thirty-two yards into a crosswind, back-left pin tucked behind a bunker. One hole down, one swing to keep the match alive. Play safe? Or go
August 29, 2025 Read Full Article
QUOTE OF THE WEEK -- Iman Pambagyo
Still, the global legitimacy of palm oil-based biodiesel cannot endure without stronger sustainability pillars at home. Criticisms ... about deforestation, land conflicts, and indigenous rights should not be dismissed as mere “smear campaigns.” There is truth in these claims, however
August 28, 2025 Read Full Article
Countdown to CBAM 2026: How Businesses and Industries Are Getting Ready --- September 17, 2025 --- ONLINE
With the EU’s Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) impacting imports from 2026 — and reporting requirements already in effect — companies around the world are racing to understand its implications. In this timely webinar, OPIS experts break down what CBAM
August 28, 2025 Read Full Article
European Automakers Warn that Combustion Engine Ban Isn’t Possible
by James Ochoa (AutoBlog) Industry leaders urged European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen to reconsider plans for phasing out fossil fuel-powered vehicles by the mid-2030s. -- According to new reports published by Bloomberg and Reuters, Europe’s automotive giants are sounding the alarm, warning that
August 28, 2025 Read Full Article
Viking Line Starts to Run Vessels on Bio-LNG to Generate Compliance for Gasum’s FuelEU Maritime Pool
(Gasum) The collaboration enables a substantial increase in compliance supply as demand for FuelEU Maritime pooling heats up towards the end of the year. Viking Line has started to run it’s two ro-ro vessels Viking Glory and Viking Grace on bio-LNG in
August 27, 2025 Read Full Article
Airbus and Air France Complete Inaugural SAF A220 Ferry Flight
(Airbus) An Air France Airbus A220 today completed its delivery flight from Airbus’ site in Mirabel to Paris powered by sustainable aviation fuel (SAF). This marked a significant step forward: Airbus in Canada directly issued official sustainability credentials for SAF to a
August 27, 2025 Read Full Article
Harnessing Feedstock Diversity for Sustainable Aviation Fuel Production
by Paul Ticehurst (Johnson Matthey/Energy Connects) Relying on a single feedstock for Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) production is not a realistic option. The amount of SAF needed for the aviation sector to meet the growing number of mandates and targets globally
August 27, 2025 Read Full Article
Fuel Switch Snapshot: B100 Only Makes Sense between EU Ports
(Engine) Rotterdam’s regulation-adjusted B100 remains attractive; B100 continues to be priced out in Singapore; LBM a top choice for dual-fuel vessels -- ... In Singapore, B100 is still far from affordable. That is partly because it is only offered by a few suppliers with
August 26, 2025 Read Full Article
Black Star Group Strengthens Its Multienergy Strategy in Europe
(Black Star Group/Biobased Diesel Daily) Black Star Group announced Aug. 19 that it has taken a significant step in consolidating its position within the European energy sector by expanding its multienergy offering, which includes diesel, gasoline and biodiesel. The company said this strategic
August 26, 2025 Read Full Article
Minister O’Brien Publishes Ireland’s First Sustainable Aviation Fuel Policy Roadmap
(Ireland Department of Transport) Minister for Transport Darragh O’Brien has today published Ireland’s first Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) Policy Roadmap, as committed to under the Programme for Government. The aviation sector faces a particular challenge to decarbonise. The development and deployment of
August 26, 2025 Read Full Article
Indonesia Wins WTO Dispute, Calls for End to EU Biodiesel Tariffs
by Alfitria Nefi P (Tempo) Indonesia is urging the European Union (EU) to immediately revoke its countervailing duties on Indonesian biodiesel products after a win in the DS618 trade dispute at the World Trade Organization (WTO). "We urge the EU to immediately revoke the
August 25, 2025 Read Full Article
Liquid Sun Launches eSAF Production Pilot – with ABB, Finnair, Fortum, and Finavia
(Finnair) The pilot aims to establish a functioning ecosystem and value chain for synthetic fuel production in Finland. The EU’s sustainable aviation fuel (eSAF) blending mandate creates an opportunity for Finland to become a significant producer of synthetic fuels in the
August 25, 2025 Read Full Article
US Ethanol Takes the Wheel in UK Fuel Market as Vivergo Shuts Down
by Alejandro Gonzalez (Motor Finance Online) Influx of American imports reshapes petrol supply, raising questions for carmakers, retailers, and the road to E15. -- The collapse of Vivergo Fuels, announced last week after the UK government refused to provide emergency financial support, is
August 25, 2025 Read Full Article
EC Begins Public Consultation on Biotech Act DEADLINE November 10, 2025
by Lynn L. Bergeson and Carla N. Hutton (Bergeson & Campbell) The European Commission (EC) began a public consultation on August 4, 2025, on the European Biotech Act in the form of an online questionnaire. According to the EC, the aim is to
August 20, 2025 Read Full Article
Aviation Fuel Emerges as the Brightest Spot in Oil Markets
(VisaVerge) Aviation fuel demand rises 6% in 2025 to 107 billion gallons as travel recovers; EU and UK mandates enforce 2% SAF blending from January 1, 2025. Global SAF output doubled in 2024 but stays limited, creating cost pressures, prompting refineries
August 20, 2025 Read Full Article
Global Bunker Fuel Quality Holds Steady as Biofuel Blends Gain Momentum
(Lloyd's Register) LR’s latest FOBAS Fuel Insight report highlights broadly steady fuel quality with particular issues around high sediments and chemical contamination, and an increased use of biofuel blends with developments in energy-content measurement. -- Global bunker fuel quality remained resilient in
August 19, 2025 Read Full Article
The Digest’s 2025 Multi-Slide Guide to International Cooperation on Sustainable Aviation Biofuels
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) The ICARUS project, a €3.16M EU-funded initiative with global partners, focuses on scaling up sustainable aviation biofuels (SAF) through three pathways: biocrude oils (HTL), alcohols (ATJ), and syngas (FT). Innovations include optimizing yeast for direct isobutanol
August 18, 2025 Read Full Article
Chinese and Foreign Companies Agree to Build Export-Focused 480MW Green Hydrogen-Based Methanol Project in China
by Chongyang Zhang (Hydrogen Insight) First phase to produce 270,000 tonnes — 150,000 from biomass and 120,000 from electrolytic H2 -- A total of 20 Chinese and foreign partners have agreed to jointly build a green hydrogen-based methanol project in Jilin province, northeastern China,
August 15, 2025 Read Full Article
The Digest’s 2025 Multi-Slide Guide to Global Sustainable Aviation Fuel Development and Challenges
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) The evolving regulatory landscape, including global SAF mandates (e.g., India’s 1% by 2025, UK’s 10% by 2030), is driving SAF development. Key challenges are high cost (1.5-6x conventional fuel), scaling production, infrastructure, and sustainable feedstock. ICARUS
August 15, 2025 Read Full Article
Gasum Provides Bio-LNG for the First Completely Carbon Neutral Shipping Route on the Baltic Sea Run by Wasaline
(Gasum) Wasaline’s vessel sailing between Finland and Sweden will run solely on Gasum’s liquefied biogas going forward. -- Nordic energy company Gasum and Finnish shipping company Wasaline have agreed that Gasum will provide only liquefied biogas (bio-LNG) to Wasaline’s vessel Aurora Botnia going forward.
August 14, 2025 Read Full Article
Renewable Jet Fuel Projects Gain Momentum in Finland
(Helsinki Times) UPM, Neste and St1 are advancing plans to produce renewable jet fuel from forest industry residues. The shift aims to meet growing EU requirements for sustainable aviation fuel, known as SAF. In Lappeenranta, UPM Biofuels is preparing to start commercial production
August 14, 2025 Read Full Article
The Digest’s 2025 Multi-Slide Guide to International SAF Policy Landscape and Investment Hurdles
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) International SAF markets are heavily reliant on HEFA (85% future volume), but need diversification due to feedstock limits. Strong global policies and mandates are emerging (e.g., EU’s ReFuelEU, UK’s 10% by 2030, US’s 3 billion gallons by 2030). Despite
August 14, 2025 Read Full Article
Greenlyte and MB Energy Seal an Agreement for the Supply of e-Methanol
(Inspenet) The companies agree that access to renewable fuels is essential to ensure energy security and industrial competitiveness. -- Greenlyte Carbon Technologies and MB Energy have entered into a strategic partnership that guarantees the supply of e-methanol produced at the LiquidSolar plant in Marl. This agreement includes
August 14, 2025 Read Full Article
Seaspan Energy & Anew Climate Partner to Deliver Lower Carbon Marine Fuel
(Seaspan) Partnership launches market-first solution for certified R-LNG in maritime sector -- Seaspan Energy (Seaspan) and Anew Climate (Anew) have entered into a strategic agreement to offer delivery of renewable liquefied natural gas (R-LNG) to customers on the North American West Coast. As
August 14, 2025 Read Full Article
This Toyota Prius Can Cut Emissions by Up to 90% Thanks to a Clever Trick
by Thanos Pappas (Car Scoops) The plug-in hybrid powertrain of this Prius prototype can run on both ethanol and gasoline -- The Prius PHEV flex fuel prototype offers a new approach to vehicle decarbonization. It pairs plug-in hybrid technology with an engine that can
August 14, 2025 Read Full Article
The Airline Industry’s Dirty Secret: Clean Jet Fuel Failures
by Joanna Plucinska, Joe Brock, Marleen Kaesebier and Paul Carsten (Reuters) ... But the refinery quietly ceased operations in April. And World Energy’s plans for a second plant in Houston have stalled amid a lack of commitment from the industry, according
August 12, 2025 Read Full Article
Axpo Completes Spain's First Ship-to-Ship Bio-LNG Bunkering Operation in the Large Container Shipping Industry
(Axpo) Axpo has successfully completed Spain's first ship-to-ship Bio-LNG bunkering operation at the Port of Algeciras in the large container shipping industry, further solidifying its leadership in sustainable marine fuels. A volume of over 4,000 cubic metres of ISCC-certified Bio-LNG were
August 12, 2025 Read Full Article
DNV and RSI Complete Study on Decarbonizing the Short Sea Dry Bulk Fleet
(DNV) Amid increasing pressure on shipping to achieve the IMO 2050 decarbonization targets, the Responsible Shipping Initiative (RSI) and DNV have completed a new study: "Decarbonization of the short sea dry bulk fleet", co-funded by the Swedish Transport Administration. The study
August 12, 2025 Read Full Article
The Digest’s 2025 Multi-Slide Guide to Commercialization Progress and Challenges of Biojet Fuels
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) SAF is crucial for aviation decarbonization, needing >400 billion litres by 2050 (currently <1%). While HEFA is commercial, its feedstock is limited, thus all 11 ASTM-approved pathways must be pursued. Challenges include slow commercialization and feedstock logistics. Key
August 12, 2025 Read Full Article
Inside the Search for Sustainable Aviation Fuels, Which Are on the Federal Chopping Block
Li Qiao (The Conversation) ... But these biofuels are harder to produce and more expensive, in part because the technologies are new, and in part because there are not yet logistics systems in place to collect, transport and process large quantities of source
August 11, 2025 Read Full Article
CBH Collaborates with NORDEN for Biofuel Pilot Project
(NORDEN) Australia’s largest co-operative and exporter of grain is reducing its maritime supply chain emissions as part of an Australian-first biofuels insetting pilot project in partnership with two global shipping giants. CBH Group has collaborated with NORDEN and Oldendorff by using waste-based
August 10, 2025 Read Full Article
Ethanol Car Market Growth Accelerates with Rising Green Mobility Demand
(Allied Market Research/EIN Newswire) ... The ethanol car market refers to the segment of the automotive industry that utilizes ethanol-based fuels, such as E85 or flex-fuel, as a primary energy source. Ethanol cars are designed or modified to run on higher
August 10, 2025 Read Full Article
Fuel Switch Snapshot: B100 Only Makes Sense between EU Ports
(Engine) Rotterdam’s regulation-adjusted B100 remains attractive; B100 continues to be priced out in Singapore; LBM a top choice for dual-fuel vessels -- All bunker prices mentioned below have been adjusted for calorific contents to make them VLSFO-equivalent. They have estimated EU-EU voyage compliance costs
August 07, 2025 Read Full Article
ePURE: Recent Surge in US Ethanol Exports to EU and UK Justifies Keeping Tariffs in Place
(ePURE/Ethanol Producer Magazine) The EU’s commitment to safeguarding its strategically important renewable ethanol industry in the trade deal with the U.S. is especially important given the recent rise in U.S. ethanol exports to the EU and U.K., according to ePURE. Even with
August 06, 2025 Read Full Article
Asahi Kasei Successfully Demonstrates Biomethane Production with High Yield and High Purity Using Biogas from Organic Waste
(Asahi Kasei) Launching concerted effort for global licensing -- Diversified global manufacturer Asahi Kasei has successfully completed a demonstration trial of an innovative biogas purification system using zeolites in Kurashiki, Okayama Prefecture, Japan. Begun in February 2025, the trial achieved biomethane production
August 05, 2025 Read Full Article
Commission Approves €36 Million Danish State Aid Scheme to Boost Use of Sustainable Aviation Fuel
(European Commission) The European Commission has approved, under EU State aid rules, a €36 million (DKK 268 million) Danish measure aimed at reducing greenhouse gas emissions in the domestic aviation sector. This will be achieved through encouraging the use of sustainable
July 31, 2025 Read Full Article
Sustainable Transport on the Road: Our Commitment at OnTurtle
(OnTurtle) Sustainable on-road transport is no longer an option, but an urgent necessity. In a global context in which emissions reduction and energy efficiency are priorities, OnTurtle reaffirms its commitment to the environment through various actions, aligned with the European objectives
July 30, 2025 Read Full Article
Commission Yet to Deliver on CO₂-Neutral Truck Commitments – Industry Stands Ready
(European Biodiesel Board) More than one year after entry into force of the CO₂ emission standards for new heavy-duty vehicles (Regulation (EU) 2024/1610), in force since 26 June, with legal effect from 1 July 2024 pursuant to Article 5, the European
July 30, 2025 Read Full Article
ATOBA Energy and Air Moana Forge Strategic Partnership to Accelerate Sustainable Aviation Fuel Deployment in French Polynesia
(ATOBA Energy) ATOBA Energy and Air Moana have signed an agreement to implement scalable solutions for the supply of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF). This strategic collaboration aims to ensure long-term SAF availability while supporting local initiatives to develop sustainable fuel production in
July 29, 2025 Read Full Article
US, EU Officials Disagree on Ethanol's Status in $750bn Energy Trade Deal
(Quantum Commodity Intelligence) US and EU officials are at odds over whether Sunday's $750 billion energy trade deal would include ethanol, with Americans suggesting Europe will buy the fuel but EU officials denying that is the case. EU officials told Quantum the
July 29, 2025 Read Full Article
Enilive Publishes Its First Sustainability Report: Enilive For 2024 Is Now Available Online
(Eni) Enilive, the company dedicated to mobility products and services, has today (July 15, 2025) released its first Sustainability Report, Enilive For 2024. The report, available online, underscores Enilive’s commitment to delivering increasingly decarbonized solutions that support the energy transition and contribute to Eni’s
July 28, 2025 Read Full Article
Australia Remains Primary Rapeseed Supplier to EU
(Union for the Promotion of Oil and Protein Crops e. V. (UFOP)/Biobased Diesel Daily) According to data from the EU Commission, EU-27 rapeseed imports from non-EU countries during the 2024-’25 season clearly exceeded the previous year’s volume of 5.7 million metric tons,
July 28, 2025 Read Full Article
Saipol and Agroinvest Strengthen Their Strategic Partnership to Boost the Oilseed Sector in the Mediterranean
(Saipol) Saipol, a subsidiary of Avril, and Agroinvest, a Greek leader in the agri-food and bioenergy sectors, are strengthening their strategic partnership. Together, they are developing a sustainable value chain for oils, protein-rich meals, and biodiesel to meet the growing demand
July 28, 2025 Read Full Article
Croatian Oil Company Pilots SAF Coprocessing at Rijeka Refinery
(INA/Biobased Diesel Daily) For the first time in its history, Croatian oil company INA’s Rijeka refinery has produced sustainable aviation fuel (SAF). As part of its efforts to reduce its carbon footprint and align with European renewable energy regulations, INA has successfully
July 26, 2025 Read Full Article
Indonesia’s B50 Biofuel Rollout Faces Uncertainty amid Palm Oil Supply Woes
by Lin Bo-yu (Reccessary) Indonesia’s plan to raise its palm oil-based biodiesel blend to 50% next year is now in question. A senior official from the Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources (ESDM) acknowledged ongoing uncertainty over palm oil feedstock availability and
July 26, 2025 Read Full Article
Bulgaria to Purchase 20 Biodiesel-Fuelled Passenger Trains
by Nikolay Zabov, Antoan Nikolov (Bulgarian News Agency) The transport ministry plans to buy 20 biodiesel-fuelled passenger trains that will meet dual mobility requirements as they can also run on regular diesel, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Transport and Communications Grozdan Karadjov
July 25, 2025 Read Full Article
EcoCeres Launches Position Paper Supporting Reforms to Strengthen EU Verification System for Sustainable Biofuels
(EcoCeres/Biobased Diesel Daily) EcoCeres Inc., a leading pure-play renewable fuel producer, announced July 15 the release of its position paper emphasizing the need for fair, effective and fraud-resistant certification protocols for sustainable biofuels within the European Union. As Europe accelerates its transition
July 25, 2025 Read Full Article
Air France-KLM Becomes the First Airline Group to Join the New EU Flight Emissions Labelling Scheme
by Christopher Surgenor (GreenAir) Air France-KLM has signed a cooperation agreement with the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) to partner on the implementation process of the new EU Flight Emissions Label (FEL), which aims to provide passengers with information on
July 25, 2025 Read Full Article
Neste: Renewable Fuel Sales Volumes Set Record in Q2
by Erin Krueger (Biodiesel Magazine) Neste Corp. on July 24 released second quarter results, reporting record quarterly renewable product sales volumes despite weaker margins. Sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) sales were up nearly 80% when compared to the first quarter of 2025. Comparable
July 25, 2025 Read Full Article
EIB and Eni Sign €500 Million Finance Agreement to Convert Livorno Refinery into a Biorefinery
(Eni) This will be Eni's third biorefinery in Italy, after those in Venice and Gela; Among the distinctive features of the project, in addition to the use of advanced technologies, there is the possibility of adapting the plant to also produce SAF
July 25, 2025 Read Full Article
Petrolimex to Pilot E10 Biofuel Sales in HCM City from August 1
((Viet Nam News) Petrolimex is set to pilot the sales of E10 biofuel at its stations in the pre-merger areas of HCM City starting August 1. -- The Vietnam National Petroleum Group (Petrolimex) is set to pilot the sales of E10 biofuel
July 24, 2025 Read Full Article
NYK Begins Continuous Use of Bio-LNG Fuel on Car Carriers
(NYK) Significantly reducing GHG emissions through clean fuel, accelerating the decarbonization of shipping -- As part of its commitment to realizing a decarbonized society, NYK has commenced the continuous use of bio-LNG fuel on its LNG-powered car carriers. The bio-LNG is supplied
July 24, 2025 Read Full Article
Avia Solutions Group Will Build the Largest and Most Modern Sustainable Aviation Fuel Plant in Northern Europe in Liepāja
(irliepaja.lv (Google translation)) The world's largest full-service aircraft leasing provider, Avia Solutions Group, together with its Latvian partners in the joint venture NorSAF, have launched an ambitious project - the largest sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) plant in Northern Europe will be
July 22, 2025 Read Full Article
Commission Concludes Examination of Potential Chinese Biofuel Imports Fraud
(European Commission) The Commission has concluded its examination of fraud allegations notified by the German authorities in 2023 in relation to biodiesel imports from China. The Commission identified some systemic weaknesses in the way certification audits have been conducted and is
July 22, 2025 Read Full Article
The New European Hydrogen Methodology and BRICS Discussions on Emission Accounting
by Jefferson dos Santos Estevo* (Advanced Biofuels USA) The growing importance of low-emission hydrogen in the global energy transition has driven a series of regulatory and diplomatic initiatives aimed at standardizing the greenhouse gas (GHG) emission criteria associated with its production. Among
July 21, 2025 Read Full Article
Moeve & Zaffra Sign Memorandum of Understanding to Develop e-SAF Facilities in Spain
(Moeve) The agreement aims to help comply with ReFuelEU Aviation targets to decarbonize flying; Under ReFuelEU Aviation, 1.2% of the fuel supplied at EU airports must be synthetic fuels like e-SAF by 2030; Electro-Sustainable Aviation Fuel (e-SAF) is a highly-scalable next-generation synthetic aviation
July 18, 2025 Read Full Article
EU's 'Green' Fuel Mandate Costly and Not Helping Environment, IATA Says
by Jun Yuan Yong (Reuters) The International Air Transport Association on Wednesday stepped up criticism of the European Union's sustainable aviation fuel mandate as a costly initiative that is not helping the environment as regional supplies there remain low. "The idea that
July 18, 2025 Read Full Article
XCF Global Reports Production of Renewable Fuels During Ramp-up Process
(XCF Global) XCF's New Rise Reno facility has produced SAF, renewable diesel, and renewable naphtha since February 2025 when the facility was commissioned; Deliveries of renewable fuels started in March 2025; Ramp-up process progressing during early months of commercial operation XCF Global, Inc. ("XCF")
July 15, 2025 Read Full Article
EU Palm Oil Imports Declined -- UFOP: Ban on Palm Oil Crediting Proves Effective – POME Should Now also Be Excluded
(Union zur Förderung von Oel- und Proteinpflanzen (UFOP)) EU member states imported significantly less palm oil in the 2024/25 marketing year than the previous year. The decrease in demand from Spain and Italy had an especially high impact on overall figures. From
July 15, 2025 Read Full Article
DHL Joins Forces with the FIA on Global Logistics Partnership
(DHL Group) For DHL, this partnership is a key step in the organization’s growing involvement in motorsport. Besides this new collaboration, DHL remains the Official Logistics Partner of Formula 1, Formula E, and the World Endurance Championship (WEC). The new partnership includes
July 15, 2025 Read Full Article
The Digest’s 2025 Multi-Slide Guide to LanzaTech
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) LanzaTech’s 3Q 2024 saw revenue of $9.9 million and a gross margin of 18%, with an Adjusted EBITDA Loss of $(27.1) million. Newsworthy strategic actions include launching Project Drake, a 30M gallon/year SAF facility, and a
July 14, 2025 Read Full Article
Kuribayashi Shipping Joins in Feasibility Study on Biofuel Supply Chain Derived from the Non-edible Crop Jatropha
(Kuribayashi Shipping Co./PR Times (Google Translation)) On July 1, 2025, Kuribayashi Shipping Co., Ltd. (Head office: Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo; President and CEO: Hiroyoshi Kuribayashi) and Nippon Biofuels Co., Ltd. (Head office: Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo; President and CEO: Makoto Goda; hereinafter referred to
July 14, 2025 Read Full Article
KN Energies to Launch Biomethane Virtual Liquefaction Service at Klaipėda LNG Terminal
(KN Energies) International terminal operator KN Energies, responding to growing market interest and pursuing its strategic goal to expand the LNG value chain, is preparing to introduce a virtual biomethane liquefaction service at the Klaipėda LNG terminal. This service will enable
July 11, 2025 Read Full Article
European Commission Completes Hydrogen Framework with New Low-Carbon Methodology
by Aida Čučuk (Offshore Energy) The European Commission has adopted a greenhouse gas (GHG) emission methodology for low-carbon hydrogen and fuels, as set out in the Hydrogen and Gas Market Directive, completing the European Union’s (EU’s) regulatory framework for hydrogen. It is understood
July 11, 2025 Read Full Article
ORLEN’s SAF Now Available at Polish Airports
(Biofuels International) Aircraft departing from airports in Warsaw, Kraków and Katowice can now refuel with SAF, following ORLEN’s addition of the fuel to its commercial offering. The new type of aviation fuel significantly reduces greenhouse gas emissions, both during production and
July 11, 2025 Read Full Article
‘Tour d’Europe’ Road Trip Proves Significant GHG Reductions from Use of Renewable Fuels
(ePURE) Cars and trucks running on renewable liquid fuels travelled 77,500 kilometres in 16 countries, using 100% renewable fuels for 84% of the total journey, enabling GHG savings of 67% for the total kilometres travelled. This real-life project demonstrates the valuable, immediate contribution of renewable fuels to transport decarbonisation and their potential
July 08, 2025 Read Full Article
Closing the Carbon Gap: EU-UK Emissions Trading System Linkage
by Urszula Szalkowska (EcoEngineers) In a landmark move for climate policy and international carbon markets, the European Union (EU) and the United Kingdom (UK) recently announced their commitment to Emissions Trading Systems (ETS). The decision, announced at the EU-UK Summit in May, marks a
July 07, 2025 Read Full Article
Unlocking the Full Potential of SAF Markets
by Kristine Klavers (EcoEngineers/Biobased Diesel Daily) Rigorous LCA and QAP participation is crucial for ensuring SAF market access, maximizing regulatory incentives and establishing confidence in a competitive global environment. -- Sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) has emerged as the cornerstone of aviation’s decarbonization strategy.
July 07, 2025 Read Full Article
Biogenic CO2 Is an Untapped Commodity in The Race to Net Zero
by Urszula Szalkowska (EcoEngineers/Carbon Herald) Biogenic carbon dioxide (CO2)—the emissions released when biomass or organic waste is converted into energy—has long been overlooked as a tool in climate action. Historically deemed ‘neutral’ in carbon accounting because it originates from plant matter that
July 07, 2025 Read Full Article
Council Connects South Korea Delegation to U.S. SAF Industry Stakeholders
(U.S. Grains Council) The U.S. Grains Council (USGC) recently sponsored South Korea SAF experts to tour the U.S. alcohol-to-jet Fuel (ATJ) technology supply chain. Participants met with stakeholders ranging from low-carbon intensity (CI) corn farmers to ATJ SAF production technology companies
July 07, 2025 Read Full Article
Brussels Proposes Softened 90 Percent 2040 Climate Target
(Politico) The emissions-cutting legislation offers a weaker target than initially planned, responding to government pushback on new green policies. -- The European Commission on Wednesday (July 2, 2025) unveiled legislation to reduce the EU’s carbon footprint by up to 90 percent by
July 04, 2025 Read Full Article
The Evolving Landscape of Enzymatic Biodiesel Production
(Biofuels International) The biodiesel sector has undergone significant market changes in recent years, leading to the emergence of new processing and technological solutions. In Europe, the EU’s Renewable Energy Directive III (RED III) is driving substantial change in the biodiesel sector, which
July 04, 2025 Read Full Article
New EU Energy and Raw Materials Platform to Support the Competitiveness and Decarbonisation of European Industry
(European Commission) In a strategic move to strengthen the competitiveness of Europe’s industry and leverage the Union market towards more security of supply, diversification and decarbonisation, the Commission today launched the Hydrogen Mechanism under the EU Energy and Raw Materials Platform. The online platform
July 04, 2025 Read Full Article
A Hint of Mint: Europe’s Quiet Green Chemistry Revolution
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) Europe’s dual playbook—scaling the proven while seeding the radical—offers a lesson for everyone who cares about defossilization: sometimes the future arrives without trumpets. It slides under doors. It settles in the corners. It smells faintly of
July 04, 2025 Read Full Article
GHG Regulations: What’s the State of Play?
(DNV Maritime Impact) In his last episode before the summer, Eirik Nyhus provides a round up of global greenhouse gas regulatory action, cutting through the complexity of maritime decarbonization policy to deliver a much-needed status check on FuelEU Maritime, UK ETS
July 04, 2025 Read Full Article
Navigating SAF Coprocessing
by Ignacio Costa (Topsoe) Interest in coprocessing is growing as it offers a practical and scalable way to ramp up sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) production to meet 2030 targets. For refineries, this method enables integration of renewable feedstocks into conventional refining processes,
July 02, 2025 Read Full Article
Germany’s Proposed Reduction of Cap on Crop Biofuels Threatens Feed Protein Supply: German Rapeseed Meal Exports in Decline
(Union zur Förderung von Oel- und Proteinpflanzen e.V. (UFOP)) The decline in rapeseed meal exports has prompted the Union zur Förderung von Oel- und Proteinpflanzen e.V. (UFOP) to strongly oppose the proposed reduction of the cap on biofuels from cultivated biomass
July 02, 2025 Read Full Article
When Rats, Cobras, Palm Oil and Biofuel Collide
by Joseph Tek Choon Yee (The Star) Part of a nationwide rat eradication campaign involving 10 local councils and the Housing Ministry, it all sounds clever: public health goals, community participation and a budget-friendly fix for a pest and health problem. But
July 02, 2025 Read Full Article
Webinar: SAF Horizons - Global Market Dynamics, Policy Shifts, and Forecasts -- On Demand
(Argus Media) What is the current state of the sustainable aviation fuel market? Is Europe still the largest demand market and how will key legislation changes and credit incentives affect the SAF market in the US? Asia remains a key supply source
July 02, 2025 Read Full Article
Morocco Secures Land Rights for Major Green Hydrogen Project
(North Africa Post) Morocco’s Investment Ministry conducted the sixth monitoring committee meeting for the Chbika green hydrogen project, marking significant progress in securing land rights for the ambitious renewable energy initiative with international partners TotalEnergies, Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners, and A.P. Moller
July 02, 2025 Read Full Article
Platts Proposes to Launch Certified UK Subsidized Waste Biomethane GO Price Assessments Sept. 1 Public Comment DEADLINE July 18, 2025
(S&P Global) Platts, part of S&P Global Commodity Insights, proposes to launch daily price assessments for certified UK subsidized waste feedstock biomethane guarantees of origin on Sept. 1, 2025. This proposal reflects the growing trade and increased fungibility of UK waste Renewable
July 02, 2025 Read Full Article
CEVA Logistics Offering Low Carbon UK Road Network Thanks to HVO100 Biofuel Availability Investment
(CEVA Logistics/Automotive World) This investment allows CEVA to target 450 vehicles using HVO in the UK by the end of 2025 -- CEVA Logistics, a world leader in third-party logistics, is making HVO100 biofuel available across its entire network in the United
June 30, 2025 Read Full Article
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