(Certas Energy/Biofuels International) As the transport sector confronts its position as the UK’s leading source of carbon emissions – accounting for 28% of total greenhouse gas emissions in 2022 – the urgency for immediate action has never been more apparent. Whilst
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Back TO HOMECertas Energy Expands HVO Availability
(Biofuels International) UK fuel distributor Certas Energy has announced it will expand the availability of hydrotreated vegetable oil (HVO) to more of its depots across the UK this year as part of an additional seven-figure sum investment. In the last two months
July 10, 2025 Read Full Article
Argent Expands Operations for Its Low Carbon Fuel
(Biofuels International) Argent Fuels is accelerating its efforts to support a greener future by expanding its high blend biodiesel for bus, coach, HGV fleets and rail in the south of the UK. This growth is a key part of the company’s commitment
July 10, 2025 Read Full Article
Iowa Soybean Association Touts Bump in Biodiesel Demand
by Brent Barnett (Brownfield Ag News) A farmer-director with the Iowa Soybean Association says biodiesel demand has been increasing. “Nine years ago, we were trying to beg people to use our product,” said Dave Walton, a soybean farmer from eastern Iowa. Walton says
July 03, 2025 Read Full Article
Greencore Rolls Out HVO-Powered Fleet to Drive Sustainability Forward
(Greencore) Greencore, one of the UK’s leading manufacturers of convenience foods, has taken a significant step toward a greener future by launching a new fleet of 15 vehicles powered by Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil (HVO), a renewable diesel alternative that reduces carbon
July 03, 2025 Read Full Article
Energy from Waste: KOSTER Inaugurates New Biomethane Plant and Strengthens Sustainable Logistics
(KOSTER (Google translation)) At the inauguration of the biomethane plant in San Nazzaro Sesia, KOSTER took a decisive step towards a completely sustainable energy supply chain. During the event, six new methane-powered vehicles were presented – four LNG and two CNG
July 03, 2025 Read Full Article
BioNGV Wants to Keep a Major Place in the Energy Mix
(Le Journal du Poids Lourd (Google translation)) The 2025 BioNGV Panorama has just been unveiled by France Mobilité Biogaz. It highlights a sector that continues to grow, but is hoping for better regulatory and fiscal conditions to take its place in
July 01, 2025 Read Full Article
Ocean Network Express Strengthens Global Capacity as Latest Newbuilding, ONE Singapore, Joins Fleet
(Ocean Network Express) Ocean Network Express (“ONE”) announced today the naming of ONE Singapore, the sixth vessel in a series of 20 ammonia/methanol ready container vessels. The naming ceremony took place at the Hiroshima Shipyard of Imabari Shipbuilding Co. Ltd. in
July 01, 2025 Read Full Article
1st for a Japanese Electric Power Company: MOL Conducts Technical Trial Voyage Using Biofuel 'B30' on Coal Carrier Serving Hokuriku Electric Power
(Mitsui O.S.K. Lines) Mitsui O.S.K. Lines, Ltd. (MOL; President & CEO: Takeshi Hashimoto) today announced that on June 26, it refueled its operated coal carrier HOKULINK (Note 1) with biofuel at Yeosu Port in South Korea. The HOKULINK, which transports coal for Hokuriku Electric Power
June 30, 2025 Read Full Article
Towngas Signs Green Methanol MOUs with Parties Including TLB to Support Hong Kong’s Development as Green Maritime Fuel Centre
(Towngas) The Hong Kong and China Gas Company Limited (Towngas) today (June 25, 2025) participated in the Mainland Hong Kong Green Energy Matchmaking Event at the Central Government Offices, organised by the Commercial Office of the Economic Affairs Department of the
June 30, 2025 Read Full Article
Diesel Direct Powers Steamship Authority's Renewable Fuel Trial in New England Waters
(Diesel Direct/PR Newswire) Diesel Direct, the nation's largest asset-based mobile fueling solutions provider, is proud to support the Steamship Authority in launching its landmark renewable diesel pilot program this summer aboard the M/V Island Home, which operates on the Woods Hole–Martha's Vineyard route. This
June 19, 2025 Read Full Article
Compressed Natural Gas Standards Explained
By Chuck Hayes (Swagelok/Advanced Clean Tech News) Global investment in clean-energy-powered vehicles and their supporting infrastructure continues to grow. Specifically, natural gas-powered vehicles have demonstrated major potential, delivering cost-effective operation and reduced environmental impact versus traditional gasoline or diesel vehicles. For CNG
June 19, 2025 Read Full Article
DCAS and NYC DOT Announce First Barge Delivery of Renewable Diesel, Marking the Staten Island Ferry’s Full Transition to Cleaner Energy
(New York City Department of Transportation) A Shipment Containing 336,000 Gallons of Hydrogenation-Derived Renewable Diesel – a Sustainable Alternative to Petroleum-Based Fuel – Has Now Arrived in Staten Island. Image of the Staten Island Ferry ‘Spirit of America’ making a trip during
June 18, 2025 Read Full Article
ReFuels Opens Bio-CNG Refuelling Station between Edinburgh and Glasgow
(ReFuels/NewsWeb) ReFuels N.V., one of Europe's leading suppliers of renewable biomethane (Bio-CNG) for the decarbonisation of heavy goods vehicles (HGV), has opened a new refuelling station at Livingston in West Lothian, Scotland. The public-access Bio-CNG station operated under the CNG Fuels
June 18, 2025 Read Full Article
Australia Enters New Energy Future with First Public Hydrogen Station at Viva Energy Hub in Geelong
(Viva Energy Australia) Viva Energy today (June 13, 2025) launched its Australia-first renewable hydrogen refuelling station at the company's Energy Hub in Geelong. The facility is the nation’s first publicly accessible commercial hydrogen refuelling station and will be the hub for
June 17, 2025 Read Full Article
Clean Fuels Launches Redesigned BQ-9000 Website to Highlight Biodiesel Quality Assurance
(Clean Fuels Alliance America) Clean Fuels Alliance America is proud to announce the launch of the newly redesigned BQ-9000® website, delivering a streamlined and user-friendly experience that better showcases the value of biodiesel quality assurance and the benefits of certification through the
June 11, 2025 Read Full Article
NH3, Pilbara Ports and Oceania to Explore Ammonia Bunkering Operations
(Manifold Times) Trio signed a non-binding JDA to establish low-emissions ammonia bunkering operations to service iron ore carriers at Port of Dampier in Australia by 2030. -- NH3 Clean Energy (NH3) on Tuesday (10 June) said it it has signed a non-binding
June 11, 2025 Read Full Article
Metro Vancouver Container Terminal Goes All-in on Renewable Diesel for Heavy Machinery
by Adam Campbell (BIV) GCT's Vanterm terminal in Vancouver's inner harbour now uses renewable diesel to power it's entire heavy duty fleet -- Heavy equipment at one Metro Vancouver’s biggest container ports is now running on fully renewable fuel. Global Container Terminals Inc.
June 10, 2025 Read Full Article
RCL Partners with OR to Pioneer the Use of BIOFUEL in Container Shipping for the First Time
(Regional Container Lines) On June 4, 2025, Regional Container Lines Public Company Limited (RCL), and PTT Oil and Retail Business Public Company Limited (OR), Energy Solutions Business, signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) “Bio VLSFO Supply Agreement.” This marks the first
June 10, 2025 Read Full Article
Finavia's Helsinki Airport Operations Reach Net-Zero Carbon Emissions – Neste MY Renewable Diesel a Key Solution
(Neste) Airport company Finavia's Helsinki Airport has achieved net-zero carbon emissions targets in its own operations and has received an international Airport Carbon Accreditation (ACA) program’s net-zero certification. Neste MY Renewable Diesel™, powering the machinery and emergency power generators at the Helsinki
June 10, 2025 Read Full Article
BlackCoral Energy and Biofuel Express Form Joint Venture to Supply Biofuels to the Marine Sector
(Biofuel Express) Biofuel Express and BlackCoral Energy have joined forces to bring sustainable biofuels to the maritime sector. This strategic partnership will deliver HVO100 and B100 to key ports across Denmark, southern Norway, Sweden, and northern Germany—supporting vessel operators in meeting
June 04, 2025 Read Full Article
With Engine Conversion, PepsiCo Taps 99% Biodiesel in 20 Semi Trucks Traveling Iowa
by Donnelle Eller (Des Moines Register) Food and beverage giant PepsiCo says it has converted about 20 semi trucks in Iowa to new technology that enables them to run on mostly biodiesel to help the company meet its sustainability goals. The maker
June 03, 2025 Read Full Article
Toyota’s Biofuel: A New Lease on Life for Combustion Engines
by Yves Helven (Global Fleet) ... A recent Nikkei Asia report reveals that Japanese automakers led by Toyota have opened a bioethanol facility in Fukushima, aiming to slash the carbon footprint of conventional engines with a new kind of “better biofuel”. The technological
June 02, 2025 Read Full Article
Shipping Industry Seeks Practical Fuels to Meet Emission Standards
(Rystad Energy/OilPrice.com) • Biofuels are a viable option for the shipping industry to meet emission standards, but current production capacity is insufficient to meet demand, particularly for sustainable second-generation biofuels. While future fuel technologies like ammonia and methanol face challenges, biofuels offer
June 02, 2025 Read Full Article
China Launches World’s First 9,300-Car Methanol-Fueled Auto Carrier
by Jim Kendrick (Biofuels Digest) In China on May 21 in Nantong, China Merchants Energy Shipping launched the world’s first methanol dual-fuel roll-on/roll-off car carrier with a capacity of 9,300 vehicles, built by China Merchants Industry; the vessel is scheduled for
May 29, 2025 Read Full Article
Bureau Veritas Strengthens Support for Wind Propulsion with Union Maritime’s Methanol-Ready Tankers
(Bureau Veritas) Bureau Veritas Marine & Offshore (BV) is reinforcing its commitment to sustainable shipping by classing a series of methanol-ready oil and chemical tankers for Union Maritime, which are currently being equipped with wind propulsion systems, including Norsepower Rotor Sails™
May 28, 2025 Read Full Article
Gasum and Wilhelmsen Ship Management Agree FuelEU Maritime Compliance Surplus Trade through Hecla’s FuelEU Maritime Exchange
(Hecla-em) --Hecla’s FuelEU Maritime Exchange (FME) has facilitated the completion of a first of its kind deal to trade a compliance balance token through a third-party platform. --Hecla’s FME makes it easy for shipping companies turn compliance surplus into a tradeable
May 26, 2025 Read Full Article
Hapag-Lloyd Achieves Bio-Methane Milestones Under ZEMBA Initiative
(Bunker Market) Hapag-Lloyd, World’s leading shipping liner company, has reached significant milestones in its efforts to decarbonize the shipping industry under the Zero Emission Maritime Buyers Alliance (ZEMBA) initiative. The company successfully completed its bio-methane bunkering operations, marking a major step toward the
May 24, 2025 Read Full Article
United States Biodiesel Market Research Report 2025-2033: EPA and DOE Push Biodiesel and SAF as Key Drivers in America's Clean Energy Future
(Research and Markets/Globe Newswire) In the United States, biodiesel is also extensively applied in transportation, agriculture, and the industrial sector. It fuels trucks, buses, and marine vessels, lowering greenhouse gas emissions as well as fossil fuel dependence. The agricultural industry is
May 19, 2025 Read Full Article
Norden to Grow MPP Fleet with Two More Fuel-Efficient, Biofuel-Capable Ships
by Naida Hakirevic Prevljak (Offshore Energy) Danish shipping company Norden has decided to expand its fleet with another two fuel-efficient, biofuel-compatible 17,500 dwt multipurpose vessels. -- On May 14, 2025, the company said it signed agreements for the two additional newbuilding leases
May 19, 2025 Read Full Article
OPAL Fuels Announces Joint Venture for North Carolina Renewable Natural Gas Production Facility
(OPAL Fuels/Business Wire) OPAL Fuels (Nasdaq: OPAL) announced today that it has entered into a joint venture with an affiliate of environmental services leader Republic Services, Inc. (NYSE: RSG) for a new biogas-to-renewable natural gas (“RNG”) facility at Republic’s Charlotte Motor Speedway
May 16, 2025 Read Full Article
Methanol-Fueled Offshore Wind Farm Crew Transport Vessel (CTV) Completed: The World's First Car to Use Only Bio-methanol Fuel, Contributing to Decarbonization
(NYK) The Transporter, a methanol-fueled crew transfer vessel (CTV) owned and operated by Northern Offshore Services (NOS), a subsidiary of Northern Offshore Group (NOG), an offshore wind power generation-related business of the NYK Group, has recently been delivered. The vessel is
May 15, 2025 Read Full Article
Benecor Joins Michigan Advanced Biofuels Coalition to Advance Retail Biodiesel Blends
(Michigan Farm News) The Michigan Advanced Biofuels Coalition (MiABC) announces Benecor has joined the coalition as a new stakeholder, supporting the organization’s mission to accelerate adoption of biofuels for cleaner air and more sustainable transportation and shipping. Based in Fenton, Michigan, Benecor is a leading supplier
May 14, 2025 Read Full Article
Reality Check on Trucking Technology
by Allen Schaeffer (Engine Technology Forum) ... More than 97% of Class 8 trucks are powered by diesel engines. Insights from last week’s ACT Expo – the Advanced Clean Transportation event hosted by TRC – offered a compelling glimpse into the future of trucking. Understandably,
May 07, 2025 Read Full Article
Keenan Recycling Powers Ahead with 100% Biomethane Food Waste Trucks
(Bioenergy Insight) Keenan Recycling said it is hitting the road with a new fleet of 100% biomethane-powered food waste collection trucks, designed to revolutionise how food waste is collected and transported in the UK. As the nation’s largest food waste collector, Keenan
May 01, 2025 Read Full Article
NHV Introduces SAF for Offshore Operations in Cooperation with Vestas
(NHV Group) Helicopter operator NHV Group and wind turbine manufacturer Vestas are collaborating with the aim of reducing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions from helicopter operations. Starting in April, flights from NHV group departing from Esbjerg Airport will be fully integrating Sustainable
May 01, 2025 Read Full Article
Advancing Maritime Decarbonization: The 2025 IMO Agreement and the Fuel Transition
by Jefferson dos Santos Estevo* (Advanced Biofuels USA) The international transport sector, encompassing both aviation and maritime shipping, accounts for a significant share of global greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. The data from the International Energy Agency (IEA) suggests aviation, in 2023, was
April 30, 2025 Read Full Article
Moores Switch HGV Fleet to Biodiesel
(Showhouse) Moores is accelerating its sustainability efforts by transitioning its entire HGV fleet to run on renewable biodiesel, reinforcing its commitment to reducing carbon emissions across operations. By switching to HVO (Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil), Moores is cutting CO₂ emissions by up to
April 29, 2025 Read Full Article
State of Sustainable Fleets: Transformation Introduces Peak Uncertainty, but Clean Fleet Technology Still Expands Nationally
(Manila Times/Globe Newswire) Now in its sixth year, the 2025 State of Sustainable Fleets Market Brief, released today (April 28, 2025), provides a comprehensive analysis of an industry confronting unprecedented regulatory uncertainty while demonstrating growth and resilience through continued investment in sustainable transportation
April 29, 2025 Read Full Article
Mammoet Makes HVO Commitment to Fuel Its Carbon Reduction Goals
(Mammoet) The heavy lift and transport company implements HVO in the Netherlands, UK and Canada -- Mammoet today announced that it will be implementing HVO fuel across the Netherlands, UK and Canada from Q2 2025. The move demonstrates that the company is
April 25, 2025 Read Full Article
Optimus Technologies Launches Vector System for International S13 Platform
(Optimus Technologies) Optimus Debuts Low-Carbon S13 International Truck at ACT Expo -- As the demand for fleet decarbonization continues to intensify, Optimus Technologies today announced the production launch of its latest Vector System, a fuel system technology that enables heavy-duty engines to
April 24, 2025 Read Full Article
American Power Group Highlights Their Dramatic Low-Carbon Dual Fuel Results when Replacing Diesel Fuel with Dairy RNG On Class 8 Trucks
(American Power Group/Access Newswire) American Power Group Corporation (OTC Pink:APGI) the leading U.S. based dual fuel diesel engine conversion technology company is pleased to highlight that APG's vehicular dual fuel solution can generate significantly low carbon emissions when displacing diesel fuel
April 15, 2025 Read Full Article
The Digest’s 2025 Multi-Slide Guide to Decarbonizing Marine Shipping
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) This presentation from NexantECA focuses on decarbonizing marine shipping, noting its CO2 emissions and the need for alternative fuels to meet IMO GHG reduction targets. NexantECA projects a shift from conventional fuels like HSFO and VLSFO
April 15, 2025 Read Full Article
Biofuels Support NY's Clean Energy Goals — and They Strengthen Our Farms | Opinion
by Todd Du Mond (USA TODAY Network/lohud.) • Biofuels offer a sustainable alternative to fossil fuels, benefiting farmers, the environment, and local economies. • New York has implemented some biofuel initiatives, but a low-carbon fuel standard is needed to further incentivize the
April 11, 2025 Read Full Article
Tsuneishi Shipbuilding Has Received the AiP from ClassNK for the Design of the Methanol Dual-Fuel Vessel for the Converted Existing Heavy Oil Vessels
(Tsuneishi Shipbuilding) TSUNEISHI SHIPBUILDING Co., Ltd. (Fukuyama, Hiroshima, Japan) announced that it has received the AiP*1 (Approval in Principle) from Nippon Kaiji Kyodai (‘ClassNK’) on 25 December 2024 for a methanol dual-fuel vessel design for retrofitting existing heavy oil vessels (the
April 10, 2025 Read Full Article
Fincantieri and Viking Announce the World’s First Hydrogen-Powered Cruise Ship and Sign Contracts for Two New Units
(Fincantieri) Fincantieri and Viking announced today the first cruise ship in the world to be powered by hydrogen stored onboard for both propulsion and onboard electricity generation, the “Viking Libra”. The vessel is currently under construction at the Fincantieri Ancona shipyard, with delivery
April 10, 2025 Read Full Article
Northern Offshore Services Announces Delivery of the World’s First Biomethanol CTV
(Northern Offshore Group) As a groundbreaking move toward a more sustainable future for the offshore industry, Northern Offshore Services announces the delivery of the world’s first 100% biomethanol-powered crew transfer vessel (CTV). M/V Transporter, designed, developed and provided by N-O-S, is a
April 09, 2025 Read Full Article
OOMCO's Biodiesel Sales Top 2mln Litres in Oman during 2024
by Conrad Prabhu (Oman Daily Observer/Zawya) Popular biodiesel products marketed by fuel retailers in Oman are the B5 and B20 blends -- Underscoring growing, domestic customer demand for alternative fuels, leading fuel marketing company Oman Oil Marketing Company SAOG (OOMCO) has revealed that
April 03, 2025 Read Full Article
EcoCeres Inc., Mitsui & Co. Energy Trading Singapore Pte. Ltd., KPI OceanConnect and Global Energy supplied Sustainable HVO for Marine Bunkering
(EcoCeres/Mitsui/KPI OceanConnect) EcoCeres Inc., Mitsui & Co. Energy Trading Singapore Pte. Ltd., KPI OceanConnect, and Global Energy have jointly conducted the sustainable supply of Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil (HVO) with the delivery of 400 metrics tons to a renowned cruise line in
April 02, 2025 Read Full Article
Successful Innovations Propel NCL’s Operational Excellence
(DNV) In a new, comprehensive partnership, Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL) and DNV are jointly addressing the key challenges facing the cruise industry. From decarbonization and safety to training, data intelligence and risk management, NCL leverages DNV’s expertise to drive operational excellence
April 01, 2025 Read Full Article
Atvos Obtains Installation License for Its First Biomethane Plant in Mato Grosso do Sul
(Atvos) Earthmoving work is expected to begin in April and operations are scheduled to begin at the end of 2026. -- Atvos has received the Installation License (LI) for the construction of its first biomethane plant. The new plant will be built
March 29, 2025 Read Full Article
AGQM Releases Guide to Help Inland Barges Transition to B30 Biodiesel
(ACQM/Biobased Diesel Daily) The German biodiesel quality management association AGQM and its partners announced March 20 the release of a guide intended to provide insights into how inland barges can transition to fuels with a higher proportion of renewable energy—in particular,
March 25, 2025 Read Full Article
Trump Administration Takes Aim at Biden Electric Vehicle Rules
by David Shephardson (Reuters) The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency said on Wednesday it is starting efforts to reverse the Biden administration's vehicle emissions rules that would force automakers to build a rising number of electric vehicles. ... The EPA said it would reconsider the agency's
March 13, 2025 Read Full Article
Brazil and Norway Unveil Green Shipping Corridor Plan
by Naida Hakirevic Prevljak (Offshore Energy) Brazil and Norway have decided to establish a green shipping corridor between the two countries in an effort to contribute to zero-carbon emission targets in maritime transport. -- Silvio Costa Filho, the Minister of Ports and
March 13, 2025 Read Full Article
Biffa Grows Green Fleet by Converting a Further 25 Diesel Vehicles to HVO
(Biofuels International) Biffa has partnered with Certas Energy to convert 25 transfer station plant vehicles within its industrial and commercial (I&C) division to hydrotreated vegetable oil (HVO) fuel. The switch means Biffa continues to grow its green fleet and has set a
March 06, 2025 Read Full Article
GEODIS Launches New Fleet of Biofuel Trucks in the UAE
by James McLoughlin (Logistics Manager) Global transport and logistics company GEODIS has announced the launch of a new road transport fleet comprising 11 Euro 4 and Euro 6 biofuel trucks in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). This initiative, the company hopes, will help
March 06, 2025 Read Full Article
Shell Recognises Hactl as Its First Strategic Collaborator on Renewable Diesel Initiatives
(Hactl) Hong Kong Air Cargo Terminals Limited (Hactl) – Hong Kong’s largest independent cargo handler – is entering into a new memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Shell Hong Kong Limited (Shell), covering the supply of renewable diesel fuel for its ramp
March 06, 2025 Read Full Article
FuelEU Maritime – Requirements, Compliance Strategies, and Commercial Impacts
(DNV) Gain valuable insights and make smart decisions about your compliance strategy. -- FuelEU Maritime is the next key EU initiative aimed at reducing greenhouse gas emissions in shipping by promoting the use of cleaner fuels. To support the industry in
March 06, 2025 Read Full Article
Energy-Efficiency Measures and Technologies
(DNV) Gain insights into key solutions and strategies for maritime's decarbonization journey -- Decarbonization targets have become more ambitious, and regulations more stringent. Action needs to be taken to reduce emissions today and energy efficiency measures can deliver short-term emissions reductions, while
March 06, 2025 Read Full Article
Cost-Effective and Sustainable Solutions for Fleets Amid Evolving Energy Needs
(Trillium/ACT News) With increasingly complex and varying regulations along with additional sustainability goals and initiatives, fleets can often face uncertainty when navigating the cleanest available heavy-duty vehicle technologies and fuels. Often clean vehicles come with a significant price tag when compared
March 06, 2025 Read Full Article
Red Sea Global Brings Sustainable Aviation Fuel to the Kingdom for the First Time
(Red Sea Global) Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) is being made available to all airlines operating at Red Sea International Airport. The SAF used at the Red Sea International airport will reduce the produced carbon emissions resulting directly from each aircraft that uses
March 05, 2025 Read Full Article
Fratelli Cosulich Bunkers (S) Completes Its First B100 Biofuel Bunkering in Singapore
(Fratelli Cosulich) Our colleagues of Fratelli Cosulich Bunkers (S) successfully completed their first B100 bunker delivery in Singapore. The IMO Type II chemical bunkering tanker “Marta Cosulich,” operated by our Group, delivered a parcel of B100 (UCOME) biofuel to the bulk carrier
March 03, 2025 Read Full Article
Neste MY Renewable Diesel Successfully Tested by Rio Tinto in Iron Ore Operations in Australia
(Neste) Neste MY Renewable Diesel™ has helped fuel Rio Tinto’s Pilbara iron ore operations for the first time, with the completion of a successful trial of biofuel across its network of Western Australian ports, railways and mines. The trial, the first of its
February 27, 2025 Read Full Article
Why a Local Clean Energy Company Expects to Benefit from Trump's Climate Approach
by Jake Dabkowski (Pittsburgh Business Times) ... Optimus Technologies Inc. produces technology to operate diesel trucks on biodiesel, a fuel source made of vegetable oils or animal fats that the U.S. Department of Energy found "significantly reduces lifecycle carbon emissions." Typical
February 23, 2025 Read Full Article
Ocean Network Express Marks Significant Milestone with Naming of First Owned Newbuilding Vessel “ONE Sparkle”
(Ocean Network Express) Ocean Network Express (“ONE”) is pleased to announce a significant milestone in its corporate history with the naming of ONE Sparkle, the company's first owned and operated newbuilding container vessel. Says Jeremy Nixon, CEO, "The naming of ONE Sparkle
February 20, 2025 Read Full Article
GWRCCC Awarded $689,772 DERA Grant to Modernize Municipal Fleet and Reduce Emissions
(Greater Washington Region Clean Cities Coalition) The Greater Washington Region Clean Cities Coalition (GWRCCC) is pleased to announce that it has been awarded a National Diesel Emissions Reduction Act (DERA) grant totaling $689,772. This grant will sustain the replacement of sixteen municipal
February 07, 2025 Read Full Article
Existing Ships and Those on Order Would Produce Twice the Emissions Required under a 1.5°C-Aligned Carbon Budget
by nrehmatulla (UCL Shipping and Oceans Research Group) A rapid transition could lead to "premature scrapping" of over a third of the fleet, valued at over 400bn USD, unless they undergo costly retrofits to remain competitive in the wake of new GHG
January 30, 2025 Read Full Article
Annual Fed Fleet 2025 Reception --- February 4, 2025 --- Washington, DC
This event brings together public and private sector fleet and industry leaders from across the country during the Washington, DC Auto Show. Don’t miss the premier event for fleet management professionals at the Washington Convention Center in D.C.! Gain valuable insights
January 29, 2025 Read Full Article
Running on FEUM Surplus: UECC’s Green Fuel Investments Avert Surcharges for Customers
(United European Car Carriers) United European Car Carriers (UECC) has been able to eliminate surcharges for its customers under FuelEU Maritime as proactive adoption of green fuels by the leading European sustainable shortsea RoRo carrier has drastically reduced its financial exposure
January 25, 2025 Read Full Article
MorGen Mobility Begins Construction of the First Green Hydrogen Refuelling Station in the Bamberg Region, Germany
(MorGen Mobility) The project has been granted funding by the Bavarian State Ministry for Economic Affairs, Regional Development and Energy, supporting the development of hydrogen refuelling infrastructure Hallstadt, 16 January, 2025 –MorGen Mobility, a developer and operator of green hydrogen refuelling stations, has
January 24, 2025 Read Full Article
Course Correction: California’s Withdrawal of Its Clean Air Act Waiver Request to EPA
by Allen Schaeffer (Engine Technology Forum) ... Newly inaugurated President Donald Trump has already issued executive orders to withdrawal the US from the Paris climate accord, eliminate the EV tax credit, and unleash American energy; measures that largely reverse course on the past
January 22, 2025 Read Full Article
47 Governments and Global Industry Jointly Propose Text for GHG Emissions Pricing Mechanism for International Shipping
(International Chamber of Shipping) 47 governments from all over the world, with shipping industry support, set out MARPOL Convention text for annual contribution by ships, per tonne of GHG emitted, to multi-billion-dollar International Maritime Organization (IMO) fund. New joint proposal aims to achieve net-zero
January 16, 2025 Read Full Article
South Korea Launches $680m Green Fuel Infrastructure Fund
by Moyoun Jin (Lloyd's List) Funds will go to the construction of green marine fuel storage facilities and new bunkering vessels by 2030 -- First project involves constructing additional liquid cargo storage facilities at Hyundai Oil Terminal in Ulsan. The port has
January 16, 2025 Read Full Article
CARB Withdraws ACF Waiver Request
(Advanced Clean Tech News) On January 13, 2025, the California Air Resources Board (CARB) sent a letter to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) withdrawing the state’s request for a Clean Air Act waiver for its Advanced Clean Fleet (ACF) Regulation.
January 16, 2025 Read Full Article
Neste MY Renewable Diesel Introduced to the Italian Market in Collaboration with Fuel Distributor Firmin
(Neste) Neste is partnering with the Italian fuel distributor Firmin to make Neste MY Renewable Diesel™ available for the first time in Italy to contribute to the reduction of greenhouse gas emission in the transport sector. Neste MY Renewable Diesel (also known as
January 09, 2025 Read Full Article
47 Governments and Global Industry Jointly Propose Text for GHG Emissions Pricing Mechanism for International Shipping
by Sue Terpilowski (SeaNews) • 47 governments from all over the world, with shipping industry support, set out MARPOL Convention text for annual contribution by ships, per tonne of GHG emitted, to multi-billion-dollar International Maritime Organization (IMO) fund. New joint proposal aims to achieve net-zero
January 09, 2025 Read Full Article
Höegh & Svitzer Set New Standard for Sustainable Sea Shipping in Australia
by Sue Terpilowski (SeaNews) Agreement around EcoTow solution secures Höegh Autoliners the first ever low-carbon towage service in Australia -- Svitzer, a leading global towage provider, and Höegh Autoliners, a leading global provider of ocean transportation services in the Roll-on, Roll-off segment, have partnered to deliver Svitzer’s first ever EcoTow solution
January 09, 2025 Read Full Article
Run on Less – Messy Middle Bootcamp #1: Diesel Drop-In Alternatives: Ultra-Low Sulfur, Bio-, and Renewable --- February 11, 2025 --- ONLINE
In today’s long-haul industry, fleets are exploring fuel and technology solutions that will reduce or eliminate their tailpipe emissions. The advances and regulations around diesel, renewable diesel, and biodiesel have kept this historic fuel as a strong choice for fleets
January 09, 2025 Read Full Article
ACT Expo Fleet Award Nominations for 2025 Are Now Open. DEADLINE February 7, 2025
(ACT Expo) The ACT Expo Fleet Awards are the ultimate recognition of fleet operators who show true leadership in sustainable transportation practices. This exclusive group of fleets is committed to outstanding adoption of and performance in clean transportation technologies. Ready to nominate
January 08, 2025 Read Full Article
Berge Bulk & BHP Launch Iron Ore Voyages Using 100% Biodiesel
by Alfred Hamer (Dry Bulk) Berge Bulk and BHP have joined forces to pioneer an iron ore voyage from Australia to China powered entirely by B100 biodiesel. The Berge Lyngor, a 206 330 dwt Newcastlemax bulk carrier, is delivering iron ore
January 06, 2025 Read Full Article
Estonia's First Biomethane-Powered Work Vessel Has Been Laid Down
by Kristal Kas (Riigilaevastik (Google Translation)) The State Fleet's new biomethane and electric multi-purpose workboat was laid down at a festive ceremony on December 18. The vessel is being designed and built by the Estonian company Baltic Workboats and is scheduled
January 02, 2025 Read Full Article
Fuelling a Greener Future: West Berkshire's Waste Collection Vehicles
(West Berkshire Council) Our waste collection vehicles are now running on Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil (HVO) -- West Berkshire Council is pleased to announce a major step forward in our commitment to sustainability - all our waste collection vehicles that are used to collect weekly
December 31, 2024 Read Full Article
Grob Group Announces 'Full Switch' to HVO as Part of Net Zero by 2030 Strategy
by Kirsten Coleman (Certas Energy) UK-based conglomerate Grob Group Ltd announces it has switched 100 per cent of its delivery vehicles from fossil diesel to Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil (HVO) to support its efforts to meet net zero emissions by 2030. This means
December 31, 2024 Read Full Article
HVO vs. Electric: Why a German District Switched to Biofuels Instead of Buying New Electric Buses
(GoodFuels) Citing the high cost of electric buses, Northwest Mecklenburg, a district in Germany, has decided to make its existing public transport fleet more sustainable by switching to HVO100 biofuel instead of investing in new electric buses. -- This pragmatic choice was
December 31, 2024 Read Full Article
MOL Obtains 3rd Party Certification for Pure Car Carrier Book and Claim Service
(Mitsui O.S.K. Lines) Service Slated to Begin in January 2025 -- Mitsui O.S.K. Lines, Ltd. (MOL; President & CEO: Takeshi Hashimoto) today announced that it has received third-party certification for its book and claim (Note 1) service for pure car carriers after
December 26, 2024 Read Full Article
Shipping’s 2024 Shakeup Sees Alliances Form, Fuel Rules Tighten, Green Corridors Expand
by Jim Kendrick (Biofuels Digest) ... European shipping alliance Gemini Corporation was born to quell the disruption and restore surety and confidence. Freight rate and fuel consumption may initially be adversely affected due to the newness, but Gemini’s plan includes decarbonization along with
December 26, 2024 Read Full Article
The U.S. National Blueprint for Transportation Decarbonization : A Joint Strategy to Transform Transportation
(U.S. Departments of Energy, Transporation, Housing and Urban Development and Environmental Protection Agency) Transportation connects us. It connects people, countries, and cultures, and draw us closer to one another. It is also the backbone of our economy and critical to supporting
December 23, 2024 Read Full Article
Spotlight on India’s Biofuel Market: It’s All about the Sugar
by James Primrose (Stillwater Associates) India’s is the world’s fifth largest biofuels market. After a period of lackluster growth in the late 2000s and early 2010s and failure to achieve mandated targets, political interest in biofuels has significantly increased, driven by
December 20, 2024 Read Full Article
Petrobras Signs Contracts for Construction and Chartering of 12 Support Vessels
(Petrobras) Petrobras has signed contracts worth R$16.5 billion for the construction and chartering of 12 Platform Supply Vessels (PSVs). Of the total value of the contracts, R$5.2 billion is earmarked for investments in shipbuilding in Brazil. These vessels will be essential for the
December 19, 2024 Read Full Article
Nor-Shipping 2025 Thought Leader Interview – Enger, CEO, Höegh Autoliners
(American Journal of Transportation) ... Höegh Autoliners CEO Andreas Enger explains the company's rationale behind choosing ammonia to power the last four of its new PCTCs. His key message: 'Endless talk about the complexities around alternative fuels is a dangerous distraction.
December 19, 2024 Read Full Article
Norway Backs Green Shipping with NOK 940m Boost
by Jim Kendrick (Biofuels Digest) In Norway Enova announced the country has allocated NOK 940 million to support 14 zero-emission vessels and a charging facility as part of its green shipping initiatives. The funding includes seven ammonia-powered ships, two hydrogen-powered vessels,
December 19, 2024 Read Full Article
Maersk in Early Talks with Several Green Fuel Producers to Source Methanol to Tun its Dual Fuel Ships
(Economic Times Infra) Maersk has ordered 25 dual-fuel vessels that can run on bio or e-methanol or liquified gas such as biomethane as it aims to reach net zero greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 2040 across all its operations -- A.P. Moller-Maersk
December 19, 2024 Read Full Article
Study Finds LNG Dual-Fuel Vessels Lowest Cost Compliance Solution to Decarbonise Shipping
(SEA-LNG) Industry coalition SEA-LNG analysis shows that LNG dual-fuelled vessels provide the lowest compliance cost for meeting EU and IMO decarbonisation regulations. Using Z-Joule’s POOL.FM, SEA-LNG has undertaken analysis based on a modelled mid-sized, 14,000 TEU container vessel. This analysis is in the form of both
December 19, 2024 Read Full Article
Hydri Opens Second Swedish Hydrogen Refuelling Station
by Alan Sherrard (Bioenergy International) In Sweden, green hydrogen refueling infrastructure developer Hydri AB has held the official opening of its second dual-pressure hydrogen filling station in the greater Gothenburg region. Earlier this fall, Hydri inaugurated a station in the Port of
December 16, 2024 Read Full Article
Omnibuses Using Pure Biodiesel (B100) Operate Trouble-Free
(Biofuels International) Omnibuses from IOV Ilmenau in Germany were successfully operated and tested on pure biodiesel fatty acid methyl ester (FAME). A project initiated by AGQM Biodiesel, examined the B100 bus fleet of IOV Ilmenau with special focus on the engine oil
December 12, 2024 Read Full Article
Chamberlain Transport Switches Palletforce Fleet to HVO
(Biofuels International) British haulage business Chamberlain Transport has switched its local Palletforce collections and delivery vehicles to now be fuelled by hydrotreated vegetable oil (HVO) supplied by Certas Energy. The family-owned company is expected to reduce its annual carbon emissions by more
December 12, 2024 Read Full Article
State Of Sustainable Fleets: 2024 Market Brief
(Advanced Clean Tech News) Now in its fifth year, the State of Sustainable Fleets 2024 Market Brief sheds light on an industry meeting the moment of an active transition. A slew of new emissions regulations that were adopted in the past two
December 12, 2024 Read Full Article
California and the Need for Pocketbook Pragmatism
(Engine Technology Forum Policy Insider Blog) California’s influence on environmental and climate policy is both undeniable and increasingly controversial. A 2035 ban on the sale of new internal combustion engine (gasoline) light-duty vehicles and the mandated sale of zero-emission commercial vehicles
December 11, 2024 Read Full Article
Volvo Group Australia Announces HVO 100 Factory First Fill at Wacol QLD Facility
(Volvo Trucks) As VGA works toward meeting it’s 2030 emissions reductions target, the group has announced that, from December 2024, all Volvo and Mack trucks built at Volvo Group Australia’s Wacol QLD factory will be filled with Hydro Treated Vegetable Oil
December 10, 2024 Read Full Article
Christening of the ZULU 06, France’s First Hydrogen-Powered Inland Vessel
(Sogestran Group) The ZULU 06, the first hydrogen-powered inland vessel developed by the Sogestran Group, was christened today, December 3rd, in Paris by its godmother, Valérie Bouillon-Delporte, Executive Director of the Clean Hydrogen Partnership, in the presence of François Durovray, Minister
December 05, 2024 Read Full Article
Stolt Tankers Forecasts 18% Emission Reduction as Inland Fleet Moves to Renewable Fuel
by Ajsa Habibic (Offshore Energy) Norwegian tanker operator Stolt Tankers has revealed that all ships in its inland tanker fleet will be bunkered with renewable fuel in December, delivering around an 18% reduction in carbon emissions. According to the operator, all ships
December 03, 2024 Read Full Article
Small Volumes of Renewable Diesel Are Now Consumed on the U.S. East Coast
by Jimmy Troderman (U.S. Energy Information Administration) In 2024, the U.S. East Coast became a consistent destination for small volumes of renewable diesel as a few suppliers and local governments began offering or consuming the fuel. Because no renewable diesel is produced
December 03, 2024 Read Full Article
UECC and Titan Agree Landmark Biomethane Deal
(UECC and Titan) UECC vessels to sail on biomethane supplied by Titan for rest of 2024 and most of 2025, representing largest ongoing LBM commitment in shipping -- United European Car Carriers (UECC) and Titan Clean Fuels (Titan) have signed a new
December 02, 2024 Read Full Article
Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners Plans Ammonia Shipping Newbuilds
(The Maritime Executive) The well-known Danish fund manager Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners (CIP) which focuses on renewable energy investments is moving forward to develop ammonia-fueled carriers to lead in the energy transition. Its Energy Transition Fund entered into agreements with Norwegian shipping
November 28, 2024 Read Full Article
Auramarine Secures Order for Two Hybrid Diesel and Biofuel Supply Systems for Meriaura
(Auramarine) Auramarine, the leading fuel supply systems pioneer for the marine, power and process industries, has announced that it will deliver two shipsets of Diesel Fuel Oil (DFO) and Liquid Biofuel (LBO) supply systems to Meriaura, a leading Finnish shipping company. The
November 27, 2024 Read Full Article
Progress in Maritime Decarbonization: Updated Fuel Pathway Maturity Map Highlights Key Advancements
(Mærsk Mc-Kinney Møller Center for Zero Carbon Shipping) The Mærsk Mc-Kinney Møller Center for Zero Carbon Shipping is unveiling an updated version of its Fuel Pathway Maturity Map, providing the shipping and financial sectors with a comprehensive overview of the advancements
November 27, 2024 Read Full Article
Clean Energy Fuels Opens Expanded RNG Fueling Station in California City
by Jay Miller (NGT News) Clean Energy Fuels Corp. has opened a newly expanded renewable natural gas (RNG) fueling station in the city of Carson, California. Designed, constructed and operated by Clean Energy, this station is owned by Los Angeles County Sanitation Districts (Districts)
November 26, 2024 Read Full Article
Eni and MSC Work Together to Achieve Decarbonization
(Eni) oday, Eni CEO Claudio Descalzi and MSC Group President, Diego Aponte, signed a memorandum of understanding aimed at developing joint initiatives in the field of sustainability and energy transition. Eni, an integrated energy company committed to the energy transition towards carbon
November 26, 2024 Read Full Article
The Digest’s 2024 Multi-Slide Guide to Sustainable Marine Fuels
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) This presentation deck from Due Diligence Wolf Paul Bryan provides a brief overview of the shipping industry, highlighting its significant role in global trade and its substantial contribution to greenhouse gas emissions. The presentation deck emphasizes
November 19, 2024 Read Full Article
Biodiesel Credit Program Offers Incentives for Missouri Fleets
by Valerie Swiantek (NGT News) The Biodiesel Coalition of Missouri (BCM) is opening a cost-share opportunity for fleets — the Biodiesel Credit Program. This annual program is reserved for fleet operations located in Missouri that utilize biodiesel blends of B6 or higher. “Missouri biodiesel
November 19, 2024 Read Full Article
Interview: Star Bulk Will Use Biofuels to Comply with FuelEU Maritime Rules
by Max Lin (S&P Global) Large bulker operator to introduce bioblends to bunker mix from 2025; Company size allows Star Bulk to use EU's pooling mechanism: exec; Regulatory clarity needed for methanol, LNG and ammonia investments -- Star Bulk -- one of the largest
November 18, 2024 Read Full Article
Trucksters Will Use Cepsa Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil to Fuel Trucks Serving DHL
by Valerie Swiantek (NGT News) Trucksters, a technology-based truck relay transport operator, has decided to partner with Cepsa and its network of service stations to supply its trucks with 100% hydrotreated vegetable oil (HVO). Specifically, Trucksters will use the biofuel in the freight transit
November 16, 2024 Read Full Article
Engine Technology Forum Calls on Legislators to Recognize Renewable Diesel
(HDT TruckingInfo/Engine Technology Forum) A Call for Effective and Inclusive Policies ... “Both CARB (California Air Resources Board) and the CEC (California Energy Commission) have important obligations in these proceedings this fall to promulgate effective and inclusive policies and guidance that will
November 16, 2024 Read Full Article
Greater Washington Region Clean Cities Coalition (GWRCCC) Unveils Jumpstart Report 2024: Accelerating Biodiesel & EV Charging at Local Gas Stations in DMV
(Greater Washington Region Clean Cities Coalition) The Greater Washington Region Clean Cities Coalition (GWRCCC) has released its 2024 Jumpstart Report, a groundbreaking initiative aimed at enhancing access to biodiesel and electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure across gas stations in the D.C.,
November 15, 2024 Read Full Article
$33M Port Colborne Biofuel Facility to Help Make Great Lakes Shipping More Environmentally Friendly
(The Standard/Niagara Economic Development) Port Colborne is to become home to a $33-million, eight-million-litre biofuel terminal that will serve more than 100 vessels annually. It will sit on five hectares of land on the east pier of the Welland Canal, be managed by Hamilton-Oshawa Port
November 14, 2024 Read Full Article
BP Launches Sale of Renewable Diesel in Spain
(BP/Biobased Diesel Daily) BP announced Oct. 23 that it has begun selling hydrotreated vegetable oil (HVO), also known as renewable diesel, in Spain at select service stations. The fuel is initially available at four service stations in Madrid, Valencia and Navarra. These stations
November 12, 2024 Read Full Article
Special Issue: What to Expect during the Trump II Presidency
(American Energy Society/Energy Matters) From experience, we all know that when Donald Trump is president, nothing is certain. It is hard to predict how the energy sector will change, both domestically or around the world. This special issue of Energy Matters
November 12, 2024 Read Full Article
EU Climate Chief Holds Firm on CO2 Deadlines for Cars
by Kate Abnett (Reuters) The European Union's climate commissioner on Thursday reaffirmed EU plans to end sales of CO2-emitting cars in 2035 and tighten CO2 limits next year, after pressure from some governments and carmakers to reconsider the policies. The EU has
November 08, 2024 Read Full Article
SINTEF Ocean and GCMD Partnerships Strengthen Global Collaboration for Maritime Decarbonisation
(Global Center for Marine Decarbonization) Reducing energy consumption and replacing fossil with renewable fuels within the maritime sector is a large and global challenge. Governments, industries and research organisations globally have been actively exploring green solutions. In order to further accelerate
November 07, 2024 Read Full Article
How to Avoid 'a Wave of rRgulatory Pain' from Fuel EU Maritime Rules
by Charlotte Goldstone (The Loadstar) Companies need to be prepared for the introduction of FuelEU Maritime in less than two months – those without updated digital solutions could find themselves riding “a wave of regulatory pain”, according to director of performance at smart
November 07, 2024 Read Full Article
Hexagon Agility Receives New Wave of RNG Fuel System Orders for Class 8 Series Trucks with Cummins X15N Natural Gas Engine
(Hexagon Composites/PR Newswire) Hexagon Agility, a subsidiary of Hexagon Composites ASA (OSE: HEX.OL) and the world's leading provider of (renewable) natural gas (RNG/CNG) fuel systems, has announced a new wave of orders valued at USD 4.3 million. These orders are for RNG/CNG
November 06, 2024 Read Full Article
Avon Fire & Rescue Service in UK Trials Renewable Diesel to Cut Emissions
(Avon Fire & Rescue Service/Biobased Diesel Daily) Avon Fire & Rescue Service, serving Bath and North East Somerset, Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire in the U.K., has recently completed a successful trial using hydrotreated vegetable oil (HVO), also known as
November 05, 2024 Read Full Article
Epiroc Underground Drill Rigs, Mine Trucks and Loaders Compatible with HVO100
(Epiroc) Epiroc’s range of drill rigs, mine trucks, and loaders for underground applications are now verified to be compatible with HVO100. This alternative fuel reduces particulate tailpipe emissions and other harmful substances, including greenhouse gases. -- "By switching from fossil diesel to
November 05, 2024 Read Full Article
Maersk Signs Long-Term Methanol Sourcing Deal
(Maersk) The major deal with LONGi further confirms the ability of bio-methanol to achieve significant greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions reductions in this decade. The first volumes are expected in 2026. -- A.P. Moller - Maersk (Maersk) has entered into a long-term bio-methanol offtake
November 01, 2024 Read Full Article
Optimus Technologies Unveils New Low-Carbon Demo Truck Program Featuring a Volvo VNR Sleeper Equipped with the Optimus Vector System
(Optimus Technologies) Optimus Technologies, a leader in decarbonization technology, is proud to offer leading trucking fleets in North America an opportunity to experience the complete Optimus Ecosystem via a new Demo Truck Program. The program offers fleet operators the unique opportunity
October 30, 2024 Read Full Article
EVA Air and Airbus Establish Sustainability Cooperation
(EVA Air) EVA Air and Airbus have embarked on a collaborative effort aimed at increasing SAF development and adoption in the airline's operations. The announcement was made during a ceremony in Taipei to celebrate EVA Air's order of 18 long-range A350-1000
October 30, 2024 Read Full Article
Biden-Harris Administration Announces $239 Million to Increase Access to Clean, Affordable Domestic Biofuels as Part of Investing in America Agenda
(U.S. Department of Agriculture) Funding from President Biden’s Inflation Reduction Act Will Continue to Provide More Cost-Effective Options for American Consumers -- U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Deputy Secretary Xochitl Torres Small today announced that USDA is awarding $39 million in grants to U.S.
October 30, 2024 Read Full Article
Collaboration Begins to Increase Distribution of 40% Renewable Diesel Blends in Japan
by Ron Kotrba (Biobased Diesel Daily) Inpex Japan Ltd., a subsidiary of Inpex Corp., Inpex Logistics Co. Ltd., Itochu Corp. and Itochu Enex Co. Ltd. began the commercial supply of 40 percent renewable diesel blends (RD40) in late September. The four companies
October 29, 2024 Read Full Article
Pacific and Caribbean Island Nations Call for the First Universal Carbon Levy on International Shipping Emissions
by Teresa Tomassoni (Inside Climate News) The International Maritime Organization has been asked to enact a carbon levy of $150 per ton of emissions from large freight and passenger ships. The IMO’s 175 member nations have until next year to vote.
October 26, 2024 Read Full Article
Navigating New York City's Waterways to Become Cleaner and Greener As Staten Island Ferries and NYC Ferry Begin Testing Renewable Diesel
(NYCEDC) Renewable Diesel, a Petroleum-Free Alternative to Traditional Diesel Fuels Reduce Carbon Emissions by 60 Percent or More; NYC Ferry Launches Additional Measures To Reduce Engine Emissions and Kickstart of New Sustainability Strategy for the System — New York City Department of
October 24, 2024 Read Full Article
A New, 3B Gallon Ethanol Market: Me Energy Takes Top Prize at Radicle Corn Value Chain Challenge
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) California, Germany’s Me Energy took the million dollar first prize in the year-long Radicle Corn Value Chain Challenge. The finals were held in San Francisco as a part of ABLC Next. ME energy’s technology Me energy has developed unique technology enabling Rapid Chargers
October 24, 2024 Read Full Article
Fuel Retailers Applaud Dear Colleague Letter Urging Biodiesel Tax Credit Extension
(NATSO/PR Newswire) NATSO, representing America's travel centers and truck stops, SIGMA: America's Leading Fuel Marketers, and the National Association of Convenience Stores (NACS), today applauded Representative Mike Carey (R-Ohio) for leading a Dear Colleague letter urging all Members of the House of Representatives
October 21, 2024 Read Full Article
TUI and Repsol Team Up to Launch First Biofuel Coach Trial
(TUI Group) For 55 guests, it was the end of a great holiday when the coach picked them up from their hotel to go to Alicante Airport. For TUI, it marked the beginning of a new chapter in its bid to
October 18, 2024 Read Full Article
Asda Invests in Two New Bio-LNG Refueling Stations
by Valerie Swiantek (NGT News) British supermarket chain Asda is investing in two new bio-LNG (liquefied natural gas) refueling facilities, as the retailer continues to make progress toward reducing overall carbon emissions. Working closely with Gasrec — a major fuel provider for commercial vehicles in the United
October 17, 2024 Read Full Article
Glander: LNG and Bio-LNG Bunker Fuel Infrastructure, Demand and Price Drivers
(Manifold Times) Big test for LNG as a marine fuel will be how quickly production of its alternatives can be scaled up, and how quickly shipowners are willing to pay extra cost for these lower-carbon fuels, says Mustafa El Zein. -- Global
October 17, 2024 Read Full Article
Terviva Receives Investment from Chevron Renewable Energy Group to Scale Renewable Pongamia for Biofuel Production
(Terviva/Business Wire) Strategic relationship combines Chevron Renewable Energy Group’s industry knowledge and global reach with Terviva’s innovative, lower carbon agriculture practices to drive feedstock growth -- Terviva, Inc., an agricultural innovation company working with farmers to grow and harvest pongamia for food,
October 16, 2024 Read Full Article
North American RNG Surpasses 400 Operational Facilities
(Coalition for Renewable Natural Gas/Biomass Magazine) The Coalition for Renewable Natural Gas (RNG Coalition) announces a major milestone in the growth of the renewable natural gas industry, with 433 facilities now operational across North America. This achievement represents a significant leap
October 15, 2024 Read Full Article
Repsol Supplies Bio-LNG to Brittany Ferries for the First Time in Spain
(Repsol) - This is the first test of its kind for the two companies, consisting of the supply of three truck-loads, totalling 60 tons of bio-LNG to be used in Brittany Ferries LNG-fuelled vessels. It is the first supply of its kind
October 15, 2024 Read Full Article
HVO Biofuel Powers Farrell’s Mission for a Greener Fleet
(Farrell Furniture) Farrell is excited to announce a major step in its ongoing sustainability journey: the entire fleet of vehicles is now powered by HVO biofuel. This transition is a crucial part of the company’s mission to reduce carbon emissions and
October 10, 2024 Read Full Article
Bio Capital Partners with Adnams to Advance Suffolk’s Sustainability with Rebuild of Anaerobic Digestion Facility
(Bio Capital) Bio Capital has announced it is to collaborate with Southwold-based brewery and hospitality group Adnams to rebuild and modernise their Anaerobic Digestion (AD) facility in Reydon, Suffolk. This important project aligns with Suffolk’s broader climate goals and will play
October 10, 2024 Read Full Article
Head of International Shipping Regulator Says Industry Must Do More to Cut Carbon Pollution
by Peter Prengaman (Associated Press) For years, the international shipping industry has been criticized for making little progress in reducing the carbon-belching pollution released from the fuels that vessels use in moving most of the cargo that people use every day,
October 10, 2024 Read Full Article
Ohmium Providing Electrolyzers for Zero-Emission Transit Network
by Valerie Swiantek (NGT News) Ohmium International, a green hydrogen company that designs, manufactures and deploys proton exchange membrane (PEM) electrolyzers, has been selected as the electrolyzer supplier for Lewis County Transit’s zero-emission transportation network. For the first project, Ohmium will install a
October 10, 2024 Read Full Article
Aldi Introduces HVO-Powered Trucks to Its Fleet
Aldi is converting more than 30% of its fleet of owned HGVs to operate on hydrotreated vegetable oil (HVO) fuels. The move is taking place on more than 160 HGVs based at its Cardiff, Swindon and Neston distribution centres in the
October 10, 2024 Read Full Article
Second Notice of Public Availability of Modified Text and Availability of Additional Documents and/or Information Proposed Low Carbon Fuel Standard Amendments Public Hearing --- November 8, 2024 ---
(California Air Resources Board) Public Hearing Date: November 8, 2024 Public Availability Date: October 1, 2024 Deadline for Public Comment: October 16, 2024 The California Air Resources Board (CARB) staff has determined that additional modifications are appropriate for the proposed
October 07, 2024 Read Full Article
Michigan Advanced Biofuels Coalition Announces Two New Stakeholders
by Keith Reid (Fuels Market News) The Michigan Advanced Biofuels Coalition (MiABC) announces two new stakeholders that support the use of sustainable fuels to improve the state’s air quality and reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. The additions are Michigan State University (MSU), East Lansing, and
October 03, 2024 Read Full Article
Will Alternative Fuels Be Available to Meet Marine Decarbonisation Targets?
(Argus Media) Explore the strategies and greener fuels available to ship owners to achieve compliance and reduce GHG emissions with this insight paper. Argus Marine Fuels Consultant Jack Merriott has penned a new insight paper providing a comprehensive view of the alternative
October 03, 2024 Read Full Article
Nippon Gases and Suttons Tankers Launch HVO Fuel Trial to Reduce Carbon Emissions
(Nippon Gases) As part pf their long-standing relationship, Suttons Tankers and Nippon Gases UKI, part of Nippon Sanso Holdings Corporation have embarked on a three-month Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil (HVO) trial. This collaboration aims to reduce carbon emissions within Nippon Gases' logistics
October 03, 2024 Read Full Article
Maritime Energy Transition: mtu Large Engines from Rolls-Royce Now Approved for HVO and IMO III
(Rolls-Royce) mtu Series 1163 and 8000 engines are available with SCR systems for compliance with IMO III emission limits; Customized exhaust aftertreatment offers shock protection for military vessels; Ship operators can now run mtu Series 1163 and 8000 engines on sustainable fuels; Up to
October 03, 2024 Read Full Article
ETF Appears on Truck Tech: Internal Combustion Engines and the Fuels that They Use
(Engine Technology Forum) Internal combustion engines and the fuels that they use were the topic of Alan Adler's recent interview with ETF's Executive Director Allen Schaeffer. Watch the episode of Truck Tech here. A variety of drop-in fuels, from renewable diesel to renewable
October 03, 2024 Read Full Article
Arkas Bunker Starts Supplying Bio24F Bunker Fuel in Türkiye
(Manifold Times) Firm refuelled Arkas Line’s container vessel, “Matilde A” with Bio24F biofuel, made by blending 24% ISCC-certified used cooking oil with 76% fuel oil. -- Arkas Bunker on Tuesday (1 October) said it has started to supply biofuel to the maritime
October 03, 2024 Read Full Article
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