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Secondary Impacts from Rising Used Cooking Oil Demand on Crop-Oil Prices

by Andrew Swanson, Shawn Arita, Joseph Cooper, and Seth Meyer (farmdoc daily)  Renewable fuel policies like the national Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS) and California’s Low Carbon Fuel Standard (LCFS) have created a boom in the consumption of alternative diesels. These alternative diesels come

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Pricing of Ethanol Blends at the Pump Differs in the Short Term Compared with the Long Term

by Simla Tokgoz  (U.S. Department of Agriculture Economic Research Service)  By law, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) sets targets for blending renewable fuels such as ethanol with traditional transportation fuels to implement the mandates set by the Energy Independence and

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New Poll Indicates Strong Bipartisan Support for E15

(Renewable Fuels Association)  Recent nationwide polling conducted by Morning Consult for the Renewable Fuels Association shows that 69 percent of registered voters support increasing the availability of E15 (gasoline with 15 percent ethanol) to help lower fuel prices and support energy independence.

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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

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It’s Go Time for Gavin Newsom’s Riskiest Oil Moves

by Wes Venteicher (Politico)  ... Gov. Gavin Newsom has blamed Big Oil’s greed for the state’s highest-in-the-nation gasoline prices for two years. The year ahead could make his case or break it. His administration is set to decide whether to impose aggressive,

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RFA Shares Input with House Ways and Means on Biofuel Tax Credits

(Renewable Fuels Association)  With certain modifications and proper implementation, the Clean Fuel Production Credit (“45Z”) could create important new market opportunities for farmers, lower fuel prices for consumers, enhance energy security, and reduce emissions, the Renewable Fuels Association wrote today in response to a

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The Digest’s 2024 Multi-Slide Guide to Iogen

by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest)  This presentation deck, given by Iogen CEO Brian Foody at the ABLC Next 2024 conference, focused on the future of second-generation biofuels. The presentation begins by highlighting Iogen’s pioneering role in developing and commercializing cellulosic ethanol

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Biofuel Struggles to Gain Traction in the Americas

by Debarati Bhattacharjee (Engine) While some ports offer biofuel blends, infrastructure remains limited compared to that of conventional fuels. Supply is confined to a few locations, and logistics often depend on trucks or third-party arrangements rather than dedicated facilities or barges.

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California Lawmaker Introduces Bill to Repeal Recently Approved LCFS Amendments

by Erin Voegele (Ethanol Producer Magazine) California Senate Minority Leader Brian Jones, R-San Deigo, on Dec. 2 introduced a bill that aims to repeal the Low Carbon Fuel Standard regulations approved by the California Air Resources Board on Nov. 8.  In a

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The Ethanol Bill Is Back: A Bipartisan Legislative Caucus Proposal Would Include a Deadline for the Newsom Administration to Approve Increasing Gasoline's Ethanol Content.

by Wes Venteicher  (Politico Pro)  A bipartisan group of legislators plans to re-introduce a proposal Monday aimed at reducing the cost of California gasoline by allowing more ethanol to be blended into it. The bill from the Legislative Problem Solvers Caucus, which is

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Airlines Not Switching Quickly Enough to Green Jet Fuel, Study Says

by Joanna Plucinska (Reuters)  Most of the world's airlines are not doing enough to switch to sustainable jet fuel, according to a study by Brussels-based advocacy group Transport and Environment, which also found too little investment by oil producers in the transition. The airline

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Biofuel Consumption Surges Following Implementation of Canada’s Clean Fuel Regulations: Biofuels in Canada 2024 report

(Advanced Biofuels Canada/EIN Newswire)  New report shows significant ramp up in adoption of low carbon fuels and cost-effective avoided emissions -- Advanced Biofuels Canada (ABFC) announced the release of the ninth annual Navius Research Biofuels in Canada (BIC) report, the annual quantitative report

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Thailand Cuts Palm Oil Content in Biofuel

(Vietnam News Agency) Thailand's Ministry of Energy announced last Friday (November 8, 2024) that it will reduce the palm oil content in its biofuel from 7% to 5% to deal with rising palm oil prices. --  Thai Deputy Prime Minister and Energy

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Fuel Groups Warn of Higher Prices without Tax Credit Certainty

by Kim Chipman and Tarso Veloso (Bloomberg) More than 30 trade groups across the energy, farming and transport sectors say a lack of US government guidance on tax credits is putting Americans at risk of higher fuel prices. The current

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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

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CARB Updates the Low Carbon Fuel Standard to Increase Access to Cleaner Fuels and Zero-Emission Transportation 0ptions

(California Air Resources Board)  The approved program amendments will catalyze private sector investment in decarbonizing California’s transportation sector to support climate action and cleaner air. -- The California Air Resources Board today approved updates to the Low Carbon Fuel Standard (LCFS) that

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Sheetz Celebrates Biofuel Infrastructure Partnership

(CStore Decisions)  Debuts its 10th E85/E15 refueling station in Virginia. -- Sheetz is celebrating the impact of the USDA (U.S. Department of Agriculture) Biofuel Infrastructure Project Grant with the opening of its 10th E85 and E15 Biofuel station in Virginia. The Biofuel station

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Thailand Biofuel Subsidy Ends in 2027, Costs to Rise for Farmers

by Puntid Tantivangphaisal (Taiger) Thailand’s Energy Ministry is set to introduce measures to mitigate the effects of the impending cessation of biofuel price subsidies in 2027. With the expiration of these subsidies, the cost of biofuels is anticipated to rise, impacting palm and sugar cane growers who supply

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EasyJet and Airbus Launch Alternative Fuel Partnership

by Rob Gill (Business Travel News Europe)  Budget airline easyJet and aircraft manufacturer Airbus are to trial a new corporate partnership which aims to “stimulate” the production of alternative aviation fuels. The two companies said the initiative would examine how airlines

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RFA Congratulates Donald Trump on Election Victory

(Renewable Fuels Association)  The Renewable Fuels Association today congratulated Donald Trump on his victory in yesterday’s 2024 presidential election. The following is a statement from RFA President and CEO Geoff Cooper: “On behalf of our nation’s ethanol industry, we congratulate Donald Trump

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Choose a Sustainability-Aligned Way to Skip Those Year-end Mileage Runs: Alaska Airlines Once Again Enables Guests to Support Sustainable Aviation Fuel while eEarning Elite-Qualifying Miles

(Alaska Airlines) After a successful test year in 2023, we're bringing back the opportunity for loyal guests to earn elite status by supporting sustainable aviation fuels. The program provides guests with the ability to take action on their travel-related carbon emissions

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Brazilian Producer Be8 Set to Begin Manufacturing Newly Branded, Double-Distilled Biodiesel for Use as B100

by Ron Kotrba (Biobased Diesel Daily) The Brazilian biodiesel producer Be8, formerly known as BSBios, is planning to begin production of a newly branded biodiesel product in November called “BeVant.” BeVant is an advanced biodiesel with a high degree of purity that can

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Ethanol Plant CEO Expects SAF to Experience Growing Pains

by Mark Dorenkamp (Brownfield Ag News) The CEO of an ethanol plant in southern Minnesota expects the sustainable aviation fuel industry to experience growing pains. Brian Kletscher with Highwater Ethanol near Lamberton says the technology needs to be right for ethanol facilities

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Triton High School Students Tour Al-Corn Clean Fuel

(Minnesota Bio-Fuels Association) Fifteen students from Triton High School’s agriculture economics class toured Al-Corn Clean Fuel today (October 29, 2024). During the tour, the students learned how ethanol and its co-products are produced as well as a briefing on Minnesota’s ethanol industry.  “The

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Minnesota State Mankato Agroecology Students Tour Guardian Energy

(Minnesota Bio-Fuels Association)  For the second time in two months, Guardian Energy provided a group of students from Minnesota State University, Mankato a closer look at how renewable fuel is produced. Yesterday, Guardian Energy welcomed seven students from Minnesota State Mankato’s

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Vadnais Heights Drivers Choose Unleaded 88

(Minnesota Bio-Fuels Association) The Minnesota Bio-Fuels Association (MN Bio-Fuels) held an Unleaded 88 promotion at a Holiday station in Vadnais Heights today (October 16, 2024). During the promotion, which ran from 12 pm to 1 pm, drivers who chose Unleaded 88 were

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CVEC Hosts Belgrade-Brooten-Elrosa High School

(Minnesota Bio-Fuels Association)  Chippewa Valley Ethanol Company (CVEC) hosted 11 students from Belgrade-Brooten-Elrosa High School today for a brief tour of the plant’s operations. During their visit, the students toured various stages of the ethanol production process such as incoming grain grading,

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Let’s Not Overlook Fuel Affordability in Convenience Store Choice

by Brian Werner (Minnesota Bio-Fuels Association) I read with interest a recent article in the Minnesota Star Tribune examining the increasing popularity of Kwik Trip gas stations throughout the upper Midwest (“How Kwik Trip created a cult-like following in the Midwest”,

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Can India Overcome the Economic Challenges of Higher Generation Ethanol?

by Shahkar Abidi (AutoCar Professional)  As India also gears up for the potential introduction of 3G ethanol derived from algae, the economic challenges are likely to intensify. -- ... The 2G ethanol production programme, once touted as a game-changer, is now facing significant

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US Elections: Oil, Biofuel Industries Weigh Uncertain Impact of Trump Tariffs

by Eamonn Brennan (S&P Global)  Trump proposing at least a 20% tariff on all imports; Oil industry views Trump positively, but unsure of trade impact; Biofuel producers hope for targeted approach  --  The US oil industry could be negatively affected by Donald Trump's proposed

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US Court Set to Weigh Biofuel Blend Mandates

by Cole Martin and Matthew Cope (Argus Media)   A US court on Friday (November 1, 2024) will weigh some novel issues that could affect enforcement of the Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS), the federal program that sets minimum biofuel blending levels for

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California, Major Airlines to Work to Boost Sustainable Aviation Fuel Use

by David Shephardson (Reuters)  California looks to boost incentives, speed permitting for aviation fuels; Airlines, state will work together to boost availability; US targets 3 billion gallons of SAF use a year by 2030, up from 24.5 million in 2023 --  The state of

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Neste's Singapore Diesel Line Shuts over Equipment Failure, Raising Global Supply Disruption Concerns

by Samyak Pandey and Kelly Norways (S&P Global)  Neste's renewable diesel line in Singapore offline due to technical issues; US deliveries may be affected during final blender tax credit quarter; Renewables company addressing issue amid declining sales forecasts -- A production line

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California Governor Puts E15 in the Fast Lane

by Cindy Zimmerman (Energy.AgWired.com)  California Governor Gavin Newsom on Friday gave a surprise boost to the ethanol industry by issuing a directive to the California Air Resources Board (CARB) to accelerate studying how California could increase ethanol blending in gasoline to allow the sales

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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

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Japan Plans Switchover Policy from Diesel Oil to Biofuels to Cut CO2 from Trains

(NHK World) Japan's transport ministry plans to institute a policy to cut carbon dioxide emissions from trains by switching over from diesel oil to biofuels for their operation, as early as fiscal 2025 which starts next April. At a meeting of railway

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RFA: Latest Proposal for California LCFS Updates Fundamentally Flawed

(Renewable Fuels Association) Proposed regulations updating California’s Low Carbon Fuel Standard are fundamentally flawed and could significantly restrict the future use of low-carbon ethanol in the state, the Renewable Fuels Association noted in comments submitted late Wednesday to the state’s Air Resources Board

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KPI OceanConnect Targets More Ports for Marine Biofuel Sales

by Jeslyn Lerh (Reuters)  Marine fuel trading house KPI OceanConnect is looking to offer biofuel for bunkering at more ports, in view of higher demand as FuelEU regulations kick in next year, a senior executive said on the sidelines of SIBCON 2024 this

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Higher Ethanol Blends: A Win for Corn Farmers, Consumers & the Environment

by Krista Swanson (National Corn Growers Association)  Ethanol is a renewable transportation fuel that can be made from domestically grown corn. Over 98% of the gasoline currently sold in the United States contains ethanol, typically a blend that is 10% ethanol and 90% gasoline. Autos that

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Gadkari Reviews Industry’s Preparedness for Launch of Ethanol and Flex Fuel Vehicles

by Subhash Narayan (Mint) The minister asked automobile manufacturers to look into ways of making ethanol and flex fuels more widely acceptable. -- Minister for road transport and highways Nitin Gadkari has asked automobile manufacturers to look into ways of making ethanol

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Aviation, Maritime Demand to Fuel Global Biofuel Feedstock Race by 2030

by Samyak Pandey (S&P Global) Biofuel market expected to grow sharply to 58 million tons by 2030; Stricter aviation, maritime mandates to prompt higher biofuel blending; Increased demand for feedstocks to further drive prices -- Global biofuel demand is poised to shift

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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

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So Much for the End of The Cold War

by Doug Durante (Clean Fuels Development Coalition/South Dakota Farmers Union)  Do we laugh or cry when we hear the president of the American Petroleum Institute (API) say the “Cold War” between ethanol and oil is over as the two industries are

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D&L Ready to Boost Factory as Higher Biofuel Mix Starts Oct. 1

by Kris Crismundo (Philippine News Agency)  D&L Industries, Inc., the parent company of the country’s largest biodiesel maker Chemrez Technologies Inc., is ready to repurpose its existing factory lines in Quezon City to cater to the higher biofuel demand in the

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Lawmakers Advance Two Bills in Special Session against California Gas Price Spikes

by Nicole Nixon (Sacramento Bee) ... A second bill approved by the committee would direct regulators to study the impacts of increasing the amount of ethanol permitted in California’s fuel blends from the current 10% to 15%. Petrie-Norris, the proposal’s author,

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California Can Reduce Gasoline Prices by Adopting E-15 Ethanol Blend

(Aemetis) Aemetis, Inc. (Nasdaq: AMTX), a California renewable fuels producer, today called for the California Air Resources Board (CARB) to immediately implement a 15% ethanol blend in gasoline to reduce gas prices for California consumers and reduce greenhouse gas emissions (GHG)

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Ethanol Blog: Biodiesel Producers Expect Industry Shutdown Without 45Z Guidance From Treasury

by Todd Neeley (DTN Progressive Farmer)   Biodiesel producers need to know the rules for the 45Z clean fuel production tax credit now or there will be risk of industry shutdown, biodiesel industry members of the Iowa Renewable Fuels Association told the

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The Digest’s 2024 Multi-Slide Guide to Catalytic Upgrading of Carbohydrates in Waste Streams to Hydrocarbons

by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest)  Paper sludge typically taken to landfills (50%), incinerated (20%) or spread on land as soil enhancement (10%). In total, there’s 8 million wet tonnes (4MT dry) of paper sludge that costs $240 million each year to

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Report: Low Corn Prices Support Expansion of Chinese Ethanol Production

by Erin Voegele (Ethanol Producer Magazine) Ethanol production and demand in China are expected to increase 17% this year, according to a report filed with the USDA Foreign Agricultural Service’s Global Agricultural Information Network. Domestic ethanol production capacity in China is

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Biodiesel Offers Best Decarbonisation Bang for the Buck - ABS

by Gary Howard (Seatrade Maritime News) Biodiesel has the lowest cost per tonne of well-to-wake GHG emissions savings among alternative fuels today and across two of three future scenarios, according to an ABS report. --  Under a new ABS index, biodiesel showed up to 24 times

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Calif. Republican Proposes Freezing Low-Carbon Fuel Standard to Keep Gas Prices Down

by Wes Venteicher (Politico Pro Climatewire)  Assemblymember Joe Patterson’s bill would prevent the state from approving an update to its emissions trading program for transportation fuels. --  Republican Assemblymember Joe Patterson introduced a bill Wednesday to delay an update to California’s low-carbon

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RFA, Other Petitioners File Initial Brief in Lawsuit Over EPA’s Tailpipe Standards

(Renewable Fuels Association)  In a detailed brief submitted late Friday to the D.C. Circuit Court of Appeals, the Renewable Fuels Association and 55 other parties argued that the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency unlawfully exceeded its statutory authority and acted arbitrarily and capriciously by

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Fuel for Thought: Biofuel Report

(Lloyd's Register)  In this report in our Fuel for thought series, we evaluate Biofuel. We will explore the current status of biofuel as a clean fuel, including any safety considerations, drivers for adoption, production and supply chain, and technology readiness. We will

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Converting Tugs to Run on Biofuels

by Martyn Wingrove (Riviera)  Svitzer will retrofit 10 tugs to run on biofuels in the Netherlands and has ordered a battery methanol hybrid tug, while Herman Sr plans to trial algae-derived fuel -- Danish tug owner Svitzer is upgrading its fleet with

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RFA Urges California to Adopt E15, Drop Unneeded LCFS Feedstock Tracking Requirements --- Hearing Scheduled for November 8, 2024

(Renewable Fuels Association) The Renewable Fuels Association late yesterday called on California to allow the lower-cost, lower-carbon E15 fuel blend, containing 15 percent ethanol, as part of its efforts to enhance the state’s Low Carbon Fuel Standard. “E15 is a critical near-term

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DOE Report on Premium Fuels Opens Door for Higher Blends

(Clean Fuels Development Coalition) Need Premium?  According to the US Department of Energy we do, and lots of it.  The Clean Fuels Development Coalition (CFDC) says higher ethanol blends and the Next Generation Fuels Act is the answer.  New statistics compiled

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Renewable Diesel Gains Market Momentum

by Julian Buckley (Power Progress)  Neste is currently the world’s largest producer of HVO (hydrotreated vegetable oil), or as it is known in North America, renewable diesel. The fuel is a drop-in replacement for fossil-derived diesel, so much so that a

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California’s Proposed LCFS Cap on Soy, Canola Biofuels ‘Far Worse than Anticipated’ Public Comment DEADLINE August 27, 2024

by Ron Kotrba (Biobased Diesel Daily)  California Air Resources Board published proposed amendments Aug. 12 to the state’s Low Carbon Fuel Standard, which, if implemented, would set stricter carbon-intensity (CI) targets, impose significant limitations on vegetable-oil feedstocks and add new sustainability

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Viking Line to Fuel Vessels with Biogas in “First Baltic Sea Green Corridor”

(Bioenergy Insight) Viking Line plans to power two vessels solely by biogas for an entire week from 29 August until 4 September, reducing emissions by 90%. The move is in celebration of Baltic Sea Day, and introduces the first green corridor ever

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Biofuels Can Power the Biggest Ships: Five Things to Know about Expanding Their Use

by Zia Abdullah  (U.S. Department of Energy)   ... Propelling massive ships around the world requires lots of energy created by burning thousands of gallons of fuel. The industry uses an estimated 2.5 billion barrels of fuel every year—primarily heavy fuel oil made from

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Corporate Window: Looking towards Ethanol

by Abdul Waheed Bhutto (Dawn) Liquid biofuels derived from renewable sources such as edible and non-edible oils and animal fats provide an eco-friendly alternative to traditional petroleum-based fuels. These biofuels can be easily blended with diesel and gasoline (petrol) for use in existing engines,

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California Regulators Offer Options to Manage Gasoline's Decline — Including State-Owned Refineries

by Wes Venteicher (Politico Pro)  The California Energy Commission's report weighs how the state can manage prices while phasing out oil and gas. -- California energy regulators laid out a wide range of options Thursday for state lawmakers to consider as they

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WSC Advances Green Balance Mechanism Proposal with New Submission to IMO

(World Shipping Council) Following positive response and encouraging conversations with IMO member nations and other stakeholders, the World Shipping Council (WSC) has further developed the Green Balance Mechanism, a regulatory measure designed to ensure that shipping meets its net-zero goal by

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MN Bio-Fuels Applauds $3 Million Biofuel Infrastructure Investment by the Minnesota Department Of Agriculture

(Minnesota Bio-Fuels Association) Grants will further increase access to Unleaded 88 in Minnesota --   Last week, the Minnesota Department of Agriculture said it had awarded over $3 million in infrastructure grant funding to 16 retail service stations in the state. The

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RFA Urges Flex Fuel Vehicles for California Emissions Goals

(Renewable Fuels Association) In comments to the California Air Resources Board in response to a late June workshop on potential amendments to the state’s Advanced Clean Cars II regulations, the Renewable Fuels Association urged CARB to require that all new vehicles with internal

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Growth Energy: Governor’s Veto of Michigan E15 Incentive Will Cost Consumers, Leave Carbon Reductions on the Table

(Growth Energy) Growth Energy, the nation’s largest biofuel trade association, expressed its disappointment after Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer (D) used a line-item veto to single-handedly cancel the state’s E15 tax incentive, which was approved by the legislature earlier this summer. The incentive would’ve

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Refining Woes Hit Big Oil as Pressure Rises on Investor Returns

by Kevin Crowley (Bloomberg) ... Refining margins are expected to prove a drag on oil-industry earnings, adding pressure to a sector struggling to balance shareholder returns and growth. Lackluster diesel demand, rising competition from biofuels, and new refineries in the Middle

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Duckworth Discusses Importance of Production of U.S. Biofuels with Renewable Fuels Association

(Office of Senator Tammy Duckworth (D-IL))  U.S. Senator Tammy Duckworth (D-IL) today (July 23, 2024) met with leaders and members from the Renewable Fuels Association Board of Directors (RFA) to underscore her support for U.S. ethanol production to help strengthen our

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UK off Track for Net Zero, Say Country’s Climate Advisors

(Climate Change Committee) The Climate Change Committee’s assessment is that only a third of the emissions reductions required to achieve the country’s 2030 target are currently covered by credible plans. Our 2030 target is the first one set in line with

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Policy Insights -- Declaring Energy Independence

by Robin Vercruse (Low Carbon Fuels Coalition) ... Declarations of “energy independence” usually provide more heat than light (pun very much intended).  The often heated discussion on the topic usually obscures the essential distinction between energy resources and their end use. From

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Ethanol Report 7-12-24: RFA Continues Work in California to Approve Sales of E15

(Ag Newswire) It has been nearly 15 years since the Environmental Protection Agency approved the sale of 15% ethanol blended fuel (E15) for 2001 model year cars and older, and nearly every state in the nation now sells it, often at

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Bio-LNG Bunker Fuel Key to Supporting LNG's Future in Stricter Maritime Emissions Climate

by Megan Gildea, Aly Blakeway, Hassan Butt (S&P Global) ... While the bio-LNG bunkering market is still in its infancy companies have been closely eyeing the market as a means of meeting emissions targets and bolstering LNG's future as a marine fuel,

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ADBA Welcomes Labour to Office and Shares Roadmap for Biogas Sector Support

by Alasdair Rogers (Anaerobic Digestion and Bioresources Association) The green gas association ADBA – Anaerobic Digestion and Bioresources Association – congratulates the Labour Party on their General Election victory and welcomes the new Government’s emphasis on tackling climate change through rapid

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Study: Allowing E15 Fuel Blend Could Save California Drivers $2.7 Billion at the Pump Annually

(Renewable Fuels Association) Researchers from UC Berkeley and the U.S. Naval Academy found adopting E15 blend gasoline could save Californians 20 cents per gallon  --  A new study by economists at UC Berkeley and the U.S. Naval Academy found California drivers could expect to

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Government Exploring Ethanol-Blended Petrol

(International The News) The government is contemplating blending ethanol into petrol, with the prime minister forming a committee to look into prospects in this regard. The committee will be headed by the minister of petroleum with the minister of finance, minister

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State of Sustainable Fleets In 2024

(BioCycle) State of Sustainable Fleets is an annual evaluation of the clean commercial transportation market, conducted by TRC Companies, Inc. Now in its fifth year, the annual Market Brief provides historic data and analysis on leading sustainable technologies for fleets — including electrification, renewable

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Biofuels to Spur Investments of B114bn Public Comments DEADLINE July 12, 2024

by Yuthana Praiwan (Bangkok Post) National oil plan looks at impact of shift to cleaner fuels for transport -- Biofuels, including gasohol and sustainable aviation fuel (SAF), are expected to help generate new investment worth 114 billion baht in the oil business over

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The Digest’s 2024 Multi-Slide Guide to the State of Renewable Diesel and DME

by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) This week on ABLC CONNECT, we networked and exchanged information about the world of Renewable Diesel and rDME, and as part of the proceedings, we had the State of Renewable Diesel and rDME presentation. The slides

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E15 Fuel Can Be an Important Tool to Tackle Climate Change : Commentary

by Bill DeMora (Democratic Ohio State Senator/The Well) ... The world is investing in technologies like carbon capture, electric vehicles, and wind and solar energy. However, these technologies will remain underdeveloped and cost prohibitive for at least the next few years. We

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Thought for the Week: #EarthDayEveryDay

We've been talking to regular folks at community events for Earth Day and climate mitigation mobilization and such.  We ask: Do you drive?  What kind of fuel do you use?  When someone says "Unleaded 88" or "E15" or "the cheapest

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Mozambique Signs Biofuels MoU with Brazil under PAE’s New Blending Rule

(Club of Mozambique) During the Biodiesel Forum in São Paulo, Brazil and Mozambique signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) for the joint development of biofuels. The MOU was signed by Ubrabio (União dos Produtores de Biodiesel e Bioquerosene do Brasil) and by

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New Study Shows Plug-in Hybrid Flex Fuel Vehicle Has Major Economic, Climate Advantages Over Battery EVs

(Renewable Fuels Association)  The Renewable Fuels Association today released a study documenting the economic and environmental benefits of the world’s first plug-in electric hybrid flex fuel vehicle (PHEFFV). After rigorous emissions testing, lifecycle greenhouse gas analysis, and nearly 34,000 miles of real-world driving,

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Transition to Net-Zero Will Bring End of Affordable Air Travel, Aviation Official Warns

by Hillary Andrews  (Fox Weather) Get ready to pay more for airline tickets, warns an aviation trade group. The net-zero goal by 2050 for the industry, lack of technology and jet manufacturer slowdowns are creating the perfect storm for price turbulence. "I'm sorry to say, but the transition

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Transition to One Fossil Fuel Fee (FFF) for Contracts over 3 Months’ Validity

(Maersk) We are pleased to announce the introduction of the Fossil Fuel Fee (FFF). We are making this change as a part of simplifying your logistical moves by streamlining the costs of the different fuel types (mandated by regulations) into a

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How the Humble Coconut Is Starting to Fuel Parts of Papua New Guinea

by Bethanie Harriman (The Guardian) Coconut biodiesel offers a cheaper alternative to fuel imports and scientists in the Pacific country are looking at how to use it more widely  --  On Karkar island in Papua New Guinea, hundreds of coconut trees stand tall, stretching

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Indiana Corn/Soybean Producers Gearing up to Get Biofuels Tax Credit across the Finish Line Next Year

by Hannah Adamson (FOX 59)  With another running of the Indianapolis 500 in the books, Indiana corn and soybean producers are gearing up to get what they call a crucial bill across the finish line. When many Hoosiers think of all the

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Ethanol Is Making Gasoline More Affordable as the Summer Driving Season Begins

by Scott Richman (Renewable Fuels Association)  Drivers Are Expected to Save $112 Million Over Memorial Day Weekend --  Memorial Day is the unofficial start of summer, which is the busiest time of year for travel by automobile. According to AAA, “38.4 million

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(Philippine) DOE Mandates Higher Biodiesel Blend Beginning October 2024

(Republic of the Philippines) Following the recommendations by the National Biofuels Board (NBB), the Department of Energy has released guidelines for adopting a higher biofuels blend. This move aims to decrease dependence on imported fuels, reduce greenhouse gas emissions, and bolster

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What You Need to Know with Biofuels

(Lloyd's List/ClassNK)  Biofuels are attracting attention as ‘drop-in’ replacements during shipping’s lengthy transition from fossil to clean fuels -- While a wide availability of alternatives such as hydrogen and ammonia are still some way off, biofuels do not require major modifications to

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The EPA E15 Ruling– No Need to Stop There.

by Doug Durante (Clean Fuels Development Coalition/Biofuels Digest) Go ahead, blend any amount of ethanol you want.  And here’s why. --  ... The recent decision by the Biden Administration to provide an “emergency waiver” so E15 can continue to be sold during

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Sustainable Aviation Fuel Mandate

(UK Parliament) This Government are fiercely proud of the success of Britain’s aviation industry, and are committed to ensuring it continues to grow and succeed in future. Decarbonisation is critical to that future, and today we are setting out another key

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HGK Shipping Welcomes the Approval for HVO100

(Biofuels International) HGK Shipping is supporting the German government’s decision to approve the alternative fuel - HVO100. Europe’s largest inland waterway shipping company believes that this provides an opportunity to press ahead with decarbonising this mode of transport in the medium term. European

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Argus Launches SAF ARA on Its Price Discovery Platform

(Street Insider/Argus Media) Global energy and commodity price reporting agency Argus has extended its Argus Open Markets (AOM) real-time electronic price discovery platform to sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) prices from the Amsterdam-Rotterdam-Antwerp (ARA) hub in Europe. SAF trade at the key ARA hub is growing quickly as

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Biofuels Will Be a Key Part of the Net-Zero Solution

by Juergen Eckhardt (Forbes/Leaps by Bayer)  Imagine a world where jets fly around the planet on fuel sourced from plants, replacing fossil fuels at cost parity, all without displacing huge amounts of forest land and animal life. ... “If we’re going to replace petroleum

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Higher Biodiesel Blend Exemption in Effect

by Tom C. Doran (AgriNews) The first of three phases that move toward higher biodiesel blend sales tax exemptions was effective April 1. Legislation passed by the Illinois General Assembly and signed by Gov. J.B. Pritzker that extended the previous B11

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VALUE – A 5-Letter Word for EARTH MONTH

VALUE in biofuel quality is multifaceted and extends across economic, environmental, and societal dimensions. From an economic standpoint, one VALUE of high-quality biofuels is that they contribute to energy security by reducing reliance on imported fossil FUELS and stabilizing energy

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EPA Issues Emergency Fuel Waiver for E-15 Sales 

(U.S. Environmental Protection Agency) EPA takes action to provide consumers relief at the pump by helping ensure an adequate fuel supply ahead of the upcoming season --  Today, April 19, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency is issuing an emergency fuel waiver to

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Nunn Introduces Bipartisan Legislation to Implement Year-Round E15

(Office of U.S. Representative Zach Nunn (R-IA-03))  U.S. Representative Zach Nunn (IA-03) today introduced bipartisan legislation to implement year-round E15 sales. The Year-Round E15 Act, which is co-led by U.S. Representatives Adrian Smith (NE-03), Nikki Budzinski (IL-13), Brad Finstad (MN-01), Eric Sorensen (IL-17),

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Drivers Win with Unleaded 88 During Promotion in Plymouth

(Minnesota Bio-Fuels Association) Twenty-one drivers who fueled up with Unleaded 88 at a Holiday station in Plymouth during a two-hour promotion yesterday were rewarded with prizes from the Minnesota Bio-Fuels Association (MN Bio-Fuels) and KS95 FM.  “This week, MN Bio-Fuels kicked-off another

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Guardian Energy Host Minnesota State Mankato Students

(Minnesota Bio-Fuels Association)   Fourteen students from Minnesota State University, Mankato toured Guardian Energy in Janesville on April 5 to learn more about ethanol production.  “It was a pleasure to welcome students from Minnesota State University, Mankato today. In addition to highlighting our

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Ethanol Blog: Lawmakers, Retailers Make Last-Minute Push for E15 Summer Waiver

by Todd Neeley (DTN Progressive Farmer)  Letters continue to fill the mailbox at the White House from federal lawmakers, ethanol industry officials and fuel retailers pressing the Biden administration to grant a waiver to allow the continued sale of E15 this

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Growth Energy Launches Campaign to Preserve Summer Access to E15

(Growth Energy) Growth Energy launched a new ad campaign calling on the Biden administration to protect summer access to E15, an affordable, cleaner-burning fuel option. The digital advertising campaign will run across multiple platforms, including key news sites and YouTube. Watch the ad here. “The clock

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Lower Carbon Emissions in Your Community Today by Choosing to Fuel with 88-Regular

by D. Jed Black* (Sustainable Energy Strategies, Inc. (SESI)/Advanced Biofuels USA)  As the world progresses towards zero-emission and electric vehicles, it is crucial to remember that there is a low-carbon, high octane, less polluting solution available for today’s gasoline-powered and hybrid

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Dead Wrong About E85

by Geoff Cooper (Renewable Fuels Association) ... So, what is driving the rebirth of E85 flex fuel? The fuel’s resurgence is likely resulting from two compelling consumer benefits: lower carbon emissions and lower prices. Flex fuels offer substantial reductions in greenhouse gas

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New Law Encouraging Higher Biodiesel Blends Takes Effect in Illinois

(Illinois Soybean Association/Biobased Diesel Daily) Implementation of a bipartisan bill to encourage the use of higher blends of biodiesel took effect April 1.  Illinois Soybean Association Chairman Ron Kindred and other supporters call the new law a landmark statute that will benefit

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Farmers, Ethanol Industry Workers Call for Summertime E15 Waiver

(Renewable Fuels Association) Nearly 1,000 farmers, ethanol industry workers and other supporters from across the country sent a letter to President Biden today calling on his administration to take action to allow continued access to E15 throughout the upcoming summer driving season. E15

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Sen. Klobuchar Tours MN Bio-Fuels Producer Member Heartland Corn Products

(Minnesota Bio-Fuels Association)  Sen. Amy Klobuchar toured Minnesota Bio-Fuels Association (MN Bio-Fuels) Producer Member, Heartland Corn Products (HCP), in Winthrop on March 27 to discuss her efforts in addressing some of the challenges facing Minnesota’s ethanol industry. Among those efforts include securing

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Sustainable Shipping Fuels Can Reach Cost Parity with Fossil Fuels by 2035 with Decisive Policy, Says New Wärtsilä Report

(Wärtsilä)  New Wärtsilä analysis shows EU ETS and FuelEU Maritime will close price gap, creating policy blueprint to accelerate the global transition to sustainable fuels Sustainable shipping fuels could reach cost parity with fossil fuels as early as 2035 with the help

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In Gasolinegate, the True Cost of Gasoline Far Exceeds What We See at the Pump

by Emily Phillips (Environmental and Energy Study Institute)  ... Even today, gasoline as a fuel dominates the transportation sector, despite attempts to increase the market share of electric and alternative-fuel vehicles. In Gasolinegate, authors Burl Haigwood (advisor to the Clean Fuels Development

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Biden-Harris Administration Finalizes Strongest-Ever Pollution Standards for Cars that Position U.S. Companies and Workers to Lead the Clean Vehicle Future, Protect Public Health, Address the Climate Crisis, Save Drivers Money

(U.S. Environmental Protection Agency)  Final standards will expand consumer choice in clean vehicles and build on historic progress in U.S. auto manufacturing under President Biden’s Investing in America agenda -- Today, March 20, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency announced final national pollution

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Vilsack Accepts Holmberg Award for Lifetime Achievement in the Bioeconomy

by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) At ABLC, the United States Secretary of Agriculture, Tom Vilsack, accepted the William C. Holmberg Award for Lifetime Achievement in the Bioeconomy and in his Holmberg Address said that “There’s a competition going on here. There

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The Family Vacation, Powered by Ethanol & Electricity

by Robert White (Renewable Fuels Association) ... Needless to say, these trips still get plenty of laughs and produced memories I will never forget. Now with a 7-year-old daughter, I am trying to make those memories with her, knowing that

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BV Research Confirms Central Role of Operationa and Energy Efficiency in Meeting Shipping's 2050 Carbon Budget

(Bureau Veritas) Decarbonization simulations reveal the cumulative impact of operational and technical efficiency measures and showcase the importance of energy insetting in bridging the price gap between conventional and new fuels. -- Bureau Veritas (BV), a world leader in testing, inspection and

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Duckworth Boosts Illinois Ag: Advocates Ethanol, Farm Support, and Global Trade

(Illinois Ag Connection)  U.S. Senator Tammy Duckworth, a stalwart supporter of Illinois agriculture, recently met with the new President of the Illinois Farm Bureau, Brian Duncan. Their discussion focused on the state's agricultural priorities within the ongoing Farm Bill reauthorization process. Duckworth

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Sustainable Aviation Fuel: Incentives or Mandates to Fuel Growth?

by Philippe Marchand (Transport Energy Strategies)  ...  In a world showing a strong strategy of fast decarbonizing, the combination of business-as-usual (like using 100% fossil aviation fuel) and of a strong demand growth (CAGR of 2 to 3% per year) would make

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Brazil Mills Boost Sugar Capacity, 'Leave' Ethanol to Corn Processors

by Marcelo Teixeira (Reuters) Brazil cane mills will boost their sugar production capacity as much as 10% in the new season from April to take advantage of relatively high sugar prices and as increasing supplies of corn make the grain a

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What Is Displacing Fossil Diesel in California?

by Gary Yowell (Stillwater Associates)  Last month we published Part 1 of this two-part series on fossil fuel displacement in California. In Part 1 we discussed the factors contributing to the displacement of fossil gasoline in the state. We conclude that the primary

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Hydrogen: New Ambitions and Challenges

(S&P Global) In addition to its role in the oil refining and chemical industries, hydrogen is now emerging as a vector of clean energy delivery. There is genuine interest and investment worldwide as governments and businesses seek to develop this budding

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Fueling the Future: Biofuels Driving Progress on Net Zero

(S&P Global) The role of biofuels in energy transition is growing, as they can help decarbonize hard-to-abate transport sectors, but more supply is needed to keep the world on track with net-zero goals. S&P Global Commodity Insights explores how regional policies

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Consumer Reports Celebrates the Signing of New Mexico’s Clean Transportation Fuels Standard into Law

(Consumer Reports)  The governor of New Mexico signed a landmark law to establish a clean fuel standard for the state on March 5, following approval by the state legislature last month. The standard aims to reduce the carbon intensity of transportation fuels,

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Škoda and Certa Launch Joint Campaign Urging Diesel Drivers to Consider Switching to Low-Emission HVO Biofuel

by Seán Creedon (The Avondhu) Škoda Ireland and Certa have launched a new joint campaign aimed at encouraging owners and would-be buyers of new diesel cars to use HVO biofuel to lower their motoring carbon emissions by up to 90%. The leading

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Researchers Seek to Expand Supplies of Clean Aviation Fuels by Producing More from Agricultural Sources

by Tereza Pultarova (Horizon/Tech Xplore)  Professor David Chiaramonti is looking down at the ground to help resolve a problem up in the sky: airplanes' emissions of carbon dioxide (CO2) and other pollutants. An expert in energy systems and power generation at the Polytechnic University of Turin

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BV Research Confirms Central Role of Operational and Energy Efficiency in Meeting Shipping's 2050 Carbon Budget

(Bureau Veritas) Decarbonization simulations reveal the cumulative impact of operational and technical efficiency measures and showcase the importance of energy insetting in bridging the price gap between conventional and new fuels.  Bureau Veritas (BV), a world leader in testing, inspection and certification,

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Petronas Urges EU to Rethink Palm Oil Phaseout, Flags Biofuel Affordability

by Kelly Norways and Simone Burgin (S&P Global)  Early palm oil phaseout leaves limited feedstock alternatives: Petronas; Malaysian palm oil exports to Europe down 42% in 2023; Consumer willingness to pay for green fuel a key hurdle: Preem -- Malaysian state-owned oil company

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Argus Launches New B30 Ucome ARA Price

by Hussein Al-Khalisy (Argus Media) Argus has launched B30 Ucome dob ARA range marine biodiesel blend assessments, replacing a calculated fob ARA range blend price. The assessment will comprise 30pc used cooking oil methyl ester (Ucome) and 70pc very-low sulphur fuel oil

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Going Green Gets More Costly in California

by Rebekah Alvey (Politico's Power Switch) California’s efforts to meet ambitious climate goals are increasing the daily cost of life, testing the state’s political will to quickly transition away from fossil fuels while it copes with the ravages of rising temperatures. Some

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Nitin Gadkari Proposes 20 per cent Ethanol Blend in Petroleum Exports to Bangladesh

(Organiser)  India's Minister of Road Transport and Highways, Nitin Gadkari, advocates for a mandatory 20 per cent ethanol blend in petroleum exports to neighbouring Bangladesh and emphasised on environmental consciousness and energy diversification. ... Nitin Gadkari said that I have suggested that 20 per

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Final Rule in Response to Request from States for Removal of Gasoline Volatility Waiver (E15)

(U.S. Environmental Protection Agency)  The Environmental Protection Agency is responding to requests from state governors to remove the 1-psi volatility waiver for gasoline-ethanol blends containing 10 percent ethanol in their states. The governors made their request pursuant to CAA section 211(h)(5),

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Delivering Net-Zero Shipping by 2050: Introducing the Green Balance Mechanism

(World Shipping Council)  The global shipping regulator, the UN International Maritime Organisation, has set a target of net-zero carbon emissions by 2050 for the industry, and now needs to develop climate regulations by 2025 that make it possible to reach that

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Gov. Noem Signs E15 Fuel Tax Refund into Law

(South Dakota Government) Today (February 15, 2024), Governor Kristi Noem held a bill signing ceremony for SB 78, which provides for an E15 fuel tax refund. “Renewable fuels are a very important part of America’s all-of-the-above energy supply, and ethanol is vital to

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As Decarbonisation Momentum Builds, So Does Biofuel Usage

by John Snyder (Riviera) Based on samples tested in 2023, VPS reports biofuel usage more than doubled year-on-year, reaching 558,000 metric tonnes  --  While biofuels represented less than 1% of the marine fuels tested in 2023, interest in their use is rising

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Estonia's ECA Representative: Future of Biofuels in the EU Remains Unclear

(News.err.ee) The European Court of Auditors (ECA) says it has identified three main problems in relation to the promotion of biofuels within the European Union, namely a less than stellar level of environmental friendliness, high production costs and a low availability

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California’s Gasoline Market: How the State’s Unique Structure Impacts Pricing at the Pump

(OPIS) In 2022 and 2023, California’s retail gasoline prices saw multiple price spikes, all the more notable because of the state’s relatively high prices, when compared to the rest of the country.  Looking specifically at 2022, California retail gasoline prices reached an

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Sustainable Shipping Surges on the Great Lakes

by Karen Potratz (Michigan Advanced Biofuels Coalition/Biobased Diesel Daily)  Biodiesel is a readily available solution to decarbonize ports.  --  The Great Lakes region is a marine-shipping superpower. Each year thousands of vessels transport 90 million tons of cargo on the five Great

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Growth Energy: American Drivers Have Logged 100 Billion Miles on E15

(Growth Energy)  Growth Energy, the nation’s largest biofuel trade association, released updated data today showing that American drivers recently surpassed a massive milestone: 100 billion miles driven on affordable, homegrown E15 fuel. The 15-percent biofuel blend is saving motorists nationwide an average of up to

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MEM Will Analyze the Use of Ethanol in Gasoline

by Gustavo Villagrán  (Diario de Centro America (Google Translation))  “We will resume the discussions, analyzes and technical tables to establish what the economic benefits are for the country and for users in the use of ethanol in gasoline,” said Víctor Hugo

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Notice of Public Hearing to Consider Proposed Low Carbon Fuel Standard Amendments --- March 21, 2024 postponed to mid-April --- Sacramento, CA Public Comment DEADLINE February 20, 2024

(California Air Resources Board) The California Air Resources Board (CARB or Board) will conduct a public hearing at the date and time noted below to consider approving for adoption the proposed Low Carbon Fuel Standard amendments. Date: March 21, 2024   Postponed to

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The Digest’s 2024 Multi-Slide Guide to the State of Renewable Diesel and DME 2024

by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) This week on ABLC CONNECT, we networked and exchanged information about the world of Renewable Diesel and rDME, and as part of the proceedings, we had the State of Renewable Diesel and rDME presentation. The slides

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US Oil Refiners Ask EPA to Limit Participation in Renewable Fuel Credit Market

by Stephanie Kelly (Reuters)  U.S. oil refiners have asked President Joe Biden's administration to reform the renewable fuel credit program by restricting who can participate, claiming the current trading environment allows market manipulation and raises fuel costs. Coffeyville Resources Refining and Marketing

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Growth Energy Outlines 2024 Federal Policy Priorities

(Growth Energy) Growth Energy, the nation’s largest biofuels trade association, published its 2024 federal policy priorities today. Organized into three categories, the agenda offers a roadmap toward a more vibrant, sustainable future characterized by lower fuel costs, lower greenhouse gas (GHG)

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ClearFlame Engine Technologies Sells First Truck to Vander Haag's Inc.

(ClearFlame Engine Technologies/PR Newswire) Technology maintains diesel-like performance while delivering cost savings and lower carbon emissions for heavy-duty industry -- ClearFlame Engine Technologies announced today that it has completed the first sale of its FuelAdaptive™ truck to Vander Haag's Inc. The truck is the

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Singapore's Marine Biofuel Demand Could Double by 2025 -TotalEnergies Exec

by Jeslyn Lerh (Reuters/Natural Gas World)  Marine biofuel demand at the world's largest bunker hub Singapore could potentially double by 2025 to almost 1 million metric tons from 2023 levels as shippers seek to cut emissions, a senior TotalEnergies executive said.  --  Marine

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RFA Calls on California to Expand Flex Fuel Vehicles for Lower Costs, Cleaner Air

(Renewable Fuels Association)  In comments submitted today to the California Air Resources Board, the Renewable Fuels Association called on the state to promote the sale of more flex fuel vehicles (FFVs) capable of running on up to 85 percent low-carbon ethanol. “While electrification of the

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RFA Spotlights World’s First Plug -In Hybrid Electric Flex Fuel Vehicle at 2024 DC Auto Show

(Renewable Fuels Association) Vehicle has surpassed 27,000 miles, showcasing its technology platform as a viable alternative solution to reducing carbon output in passenger vehicles with tangible benefits to consumers, including lower costs and lower emissions. The Renewable Fuels Association is showcasing the

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Burlington Company Receives Biodiesel Marketing Award

(The Hawk Eye)  Iowa Secretary of Agriculture Mike Naig presented the 2024 Renewable Fuels Marketing Awards to two fuel marketers that have gone above and beyond in their efforts to promote and sell renewable fuels within Iowa. Naig presented the ethanol marketing

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Biden-Harris Administration Announces Awards to Increase Access to Clean, Affordable Domestic Biofuels as Part of President Biden’s Investing in America Agenda

(U.S. Department of Agriculture)  $19 Million in Funding from President Biden’s Inflation Reduction Act Will Provide More Cost-Effective Options for American Consumers --  U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Secretary Tom Vilsack announced today that USDA is awarding $19 million in grants to U.S.

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Montana Becomes 49th State to Approve E15

by Cindy Zimmerman (Energy.AgWired.com) As of January 1, Montana became the 49th state to allow retail sales of E15, with California now remaining as the only state to prevent the sale of 15% ethanol-blended fuel. The Montana Department of Labor & Industry

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Ethanol, Liquid Fuels Survive Climate Politics

by Jesse Allen (American Ag Network)  ... “Demand for liquid fuels in light duty transportation, we do expect to be flat or declining over the long-term,” Cooper says. “We don’t expect to see significant demand loss in the short term, or

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POET’s 2023 Fueled by Growth, Innovation

(POET) Grand reopening of company's 34th facility, new POET bioproducts center among 2023 achievements --  POET, the world’s largest producer of biofuels, celebrated several milestones throughout 2023, including multiple victories on the policy front, the grand reopening of its 34th facility, and

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Biodiesel Manufacturer Sees Higher Coconut Content Improving Mileage

by Sheldeen Joy Talavera (Business World Online)  Increasing the coconut content of the biodiesel blend will have a minimal impact on price but may also improve vehicle mileage, producing net savings, a coco biodiesel producer said. “More significant will the mileage improvement expected

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