(UFOP/Biobased Diesel Daily) While the share of biodiesel in the German diesel market remained stable in the first half of 2026, imported hydrotreated vegetable oil (HVO), also known as renewable diesel, recorded strong growth. The volume rose from 68,500 metric tons in
heavy duty vehicles (HDV)
Back TO HOMEGasum Opens New Biogas Filling Station in the Port of Trondheim, Norway
(Gasum) Gasum has opened its thirteenth liquefied biogas filling station in Norway, centrally located in the Port of Trondheim. The new station strengthens the supply of renewable fuels for heavy transport in Trøndelag and along the E6 northwards. The filling station has
September 15, 2026 Read Full Article
International Study Identifies Biomethane as a Key Solution for Decarbonizing Heavy-Duty Transport Worldwide
(Instituto Mobilidade de Baixo Carbono Brasil) From Waste to Wheels - Turning Organic Waste into Renewable Fuel for Transport -- Commissioned by Instituto MBCBrasil, the study aims to accelerate the global deployment of the renewable fuel and highlights opportunities for Brazil in
September 11, 2026 Read Full Article
GranBio's Technology Transforms Forest and Construction Waste into Lower-Carbon Fuel, Helping reduce emissions in some of the most challenging sectors.
by Katie Radin (Amazon) Amazon invests in GranBio to help drive innovation in sustainable aviation fuel -- For decades, discarded wood from logging operations and building sites has gone to waste. GranBio is working to change that. Its advanced biomass technology converts
September 11, 2026 Read Full Article
TEHA Group and Eni Study on Biofuels from Renewable Feedstocks: An Opportunity for Europe
(Eni) The study highlights that biofuels from renewable feedstocks are a solution to help decarbonise transport, contribute to energy security and maintain industrial competitiveness in Europe. Cernobbio (Como), 5 September 2026 – The strategic Study “Sustainable biofuels as a strategic lever for
September 08, 2026 Read Full Article
From Source to Highway: The Messy Middle Emissions Report
(North American Council for Freight Efficiency) Vehicle emissions are an exceptionally broad and complex subject when it comes to understanding the contribution North American freight movement has on the environment and the people who inhabit it. Emissions are one of the
August 31, 2026 Read Full Article
Diversifying Fleet Fuels with Diesel, Renewable Diesel, CNG, and More
(Chevron/FreightWaves) Chevron’s biofuels scientist breaks down the potential benefits of alternative fuel options for fleets and how to test a natural gas truck at no cost through Chevron’s demo program. If you’re a fleet operator and you’re looking to evaluate fuel options that may
August 27, 2026 Read Full Article
Finland Inaugurates First Industrial-Scale Liquefied Biogas Facility
(Bioenergy Insight) Suomen Lantakaasu has commissioned Finland's first industrial-scale liquefied biogas production facility in Nurmo, representing a significant milestone in the country's efforts to build a nationwide renewable gas ecosystem and develop alternatives to fossil fuels in heavy transport. The facility, developed
August 26, 2026 Read Full Article
Stepping on the Gas: Warrington Biomethane Station to Expand Gasrec’s Growing Network
(Gasrec) Gasrec is to open its first high-capacity, public-access biomethane refuelling facility in the North West, with planning permission secured for a new station in Warrington ideally located to service the busy M6 corridor. The station, at Omega Business Park, is expected
August 26, 2026 Read Full Article
MAHLE Accelerates Electrification of Road Transport Sector
(MAHLE) ... Range extender electric trucks combine the sustainability of electric drive systems with the flexibility and range of the internal combustion engine; ... In addition to battery-electric trucks and hybrids, renewable fuels are also making a contribution to the defossilization of
August 25, 2026 Read Full Article
At JBS, a Truck Powered by B100 Fuel Has Driven over 500,000 km without Modifications or Maintenance Issues.
(JBS) Since the project began, the company's truck fleet has already prevented the emission of approximately 1,000 tons of CO₂ equivalent. -- Operating for three years, the truck makes the daily trip between Lins (SP) and the Port of Santos. JBS's New Business
August 25, 2026 Read Full Article
Norwegian Hydrogen’s Hellesylt Site Gets RFNBO Certification
by Plamena Tisheva (Renewables Now) Norwegian Hydrogen has secured certification confirming that the renewable hydrogen produced at its Hellesylt Hydrogen Hub meets the EU's requirements for Renewable Fuels of Non-Biological Origin (RFNBO). The RFNBO certification was issued on July 31 by ISCC
August 21, 2026 Read Full Article
Finland's Largest Biogas Plant Opened in Nurmo, but Trucks Will Not Be Able to Run on Its Gas until the Fall
Anne Elhaimer (YLE (Google translation)) The plant, owned by Suomen Lantakaasu, is already producing raw gas. Later, liquefied biogas can be refueled for the needs of heavy traffic. ... A biogas plant, which is the largest of its kind in the country so far,
August 20, 2026 Read Full Article
ABC: New Data Reveals How America’s Biogas Is Used Today
(American Biogas Council/Biomass Magazine) Over half of America’s biogas is used for electricity generation, even as the share upgraded to renewable natural gas has nearly doubled since 2020, according to new data released on Aug. 6 by the American Biogas Council.
August 19, 2026 Read Full Article
HVO Adoption Helps Royal Mail Deliver Emission Reductions
(Biofuels International) Royal Mail in the UK has reduced its carbon emissions by 31% since 2021, maintaining its position as the UK’s greenest parcel operator and making strong progress towards its net-zero target. Data in its latest Sustainability Report show average emissions
August 19, 2026 Read Full Article
P2X Solutions and avanca/Alternoil Sign e-Methane Agreement
(Global e-Fuels) P2X Solutions and avanca Energy – including its subsidiaries avanca Renewables and Alternoil – have agreed on a long-term partnership for the supply of synthetic methane, also known as e-methane. From October 2026, P2X will deliver e-methane to avanca/Alternoil from
August 18, 2026 Read Full Article
ARAUCO, Copec and Abastible Collaborate on Synthetic Fuels Project
(Global e-Fuels) ARAUCO, Copec and Abastible have signed an agreement to create SynFuels Biobío, a pilot-scale project aiming to explore the production of synthetic fuels, also known as electro-sustainable aviation fuels (e-SAF) from green hydrogen and biogenic CO2. The technological development of
August 18, 2026 Read Full Article
$30 Million Stored for Hydrogen Growth Projects
(Inside Government New Zealand) The Government has confirmed it has set aside $30 million in Regional Infrastructure Funding for projects that will help grow the hydrogen sector. Regional Development, Resources, and Associate Energy Minister, Shane Jones says hydrogen has huge potential to
August 17, 2026 Read Full Article
Fuel for Thought: Key Players Say New Rules Back Local Refineries to Produce Lower Carbon Fuels
(Cleanaway) Viva Energy and Cleanaway have welcomed the Australian Government’s latest reform to the National Greenhouse and Energy Reporting scheme (NGERs) which will recognise low carbon liquid fuels, including renewable diesel, LPG and kerosene made via co-processing at local refineries. Under the
July 31, 2026 Read Full Article
Toyota Signs Agreement to Join Volvo, Daimler Truck Fuel Cell Venture
(ACT News) o Toyota, Volvo Group and Daimler Truck will each hold a one-third interest in cellcentric. o The transaction is expected to close around the end of 2026 or beginning of 2027, pending regulatory approval. o cellcentric will remain
July 30, 2026 Read Full Article
New Partnership: Uniper Supplies Q1 Energie AG with Bio-LNG
(Uniper) Uniper provides an initial delivery of bio-LNG to Q1 Energie AG; The cooperation increases the availability of more climate-friendly fuels; Sustainably produced biomethane is liquefied into bio-LNG at the Gate terminal in Rotterdam and then delivered via the existing LNG infrastructure Uniper and
July 18, 2026 Read Full Article
RNG Remains the Most Immediate, Cost-Effective Way to Decarbonize Heavy-Duty Transportation
by Dan Gage (The Transport Project) Last calendar year marked the sixth consecutive year that commercial fleets in the State of California fueled by bio-CNG (renewable natural gas, or RNG) achieved a carbon-negative transportation outcome, according to a report released today
July 12, 2026 Read Full Article
The Biorefinery Domsjö Fabriker Wants to Strengthen Sweden's Supply of Liquefied Biogas, with Adven as Infrastructure Partner
(Domsjö Fabriker/PR Newswire) Domsjö Fabriker is moving forward with plans to further develop its existing operations at High Coast Innovation Park in Örnsköldsvik, Sweden. The project has applied for a subsidy from Klimatklivet, Sweden's national climate investment programme, to upgrade biogas
July 01, 2026 Read Full Article
The Power of Partnership: Reducing Greenhouse Gas Emissions in Heavy-Duty Operations
(Neste) Reducing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of heavy-duty logistics and material handling operations requires more than a one-size-fits-all approach. Discover how cross-industry collaboration is proving that immediate, scalable GHG emission reductions are not only possible but operationally viable today. In heavy-duty
June 23, 2026 Read Full Article
Lithuania Opens First Green Hydrogen Station
(Global e-Fuels) The Port of Klaipėda has opened Lithuania’s first green hydrogen and refuelling facility. The new station will supply green hydrogen for passenger vehicles, heavy-duty transport, ships and port operations. Development of the green hydrogen project started in 2023, with construction
June 11, 2026 Read Full Article
MIT Energy Initiative Launches Study of Sustainable Fuels for Hard-to-Decarbonize Transportation
by Nancy W. Stauffer (MIT Energy Initiative) MIT experts will examine options for climate-friendly fuels for aviation, international shipping, long-haul trucking, and freight rail. Earlier this year, the MIT Energy Initiative (MITEI) launched a major study to examine the sustainable fuel options
June 09, 2026 Read Full Article
Green Molecules Could Reduce Europe’s Energy Dependence by Half by 2040
(Moeve) According to Moeve’s report “Why does Europe Need Green Molecules?” in collaboration with PwC, green molecules could reduce Europe’s dependence on imported energy from 57% in 2024 to 28% in 2040 Green molecules—such as renewable hydrogen, second-generation biofuels, and biomethane—could replace
June 06, 2026 Read Full Article
Repsol Begins Large-Scale Production of 100% Renewable Fuels in Puertollano
(Repsol) • The new unit at the Puertollano Industrial Complex is Repsol’s second plant dedicated exclusively to producing 100% renewable fuels. Repsol has invested more than €130 million in this project, which is already producing renewable diesel for use in cars, trucks,
June 01, 2026 Read Full Article
As Bronx Sees Rise in Particulate Matter, Study Shows Biodiesel Would Create Immediate and Affordable Improvements
(Clean Fuels Alliance America) In light of a recent Columbia University study showing fine particulate matter (PM2.5) in the Bronx is rising, Clean Fuels Alliance America is reminding New Yorkers of a 2024 study that shows exactly how using biodiesel in
May 29, 2026 Read Full Article
Construction Started on Liquefied Biogas Facility at the Port of Gothenburg
(Port of Gothenburg) Construction has begun on a liquefied biogas facility at the Port of Gothenburg. Owned and developed by Nordion Energi, the plant is expected to play a central role in making Swedish biogas available to more sectors, not least
May 27, 2026 Read Full Article
‘State of Sustainable Fleets 2026 Market Brief’ Shows Renewable Diesel, Biodiesel Adoption Grows
(TRC Companies/Biobased Diesel Daily) Now in its seventh year, “The State of Sustainable Fleets 2026 Market Brief,” released May 4, delivers a comprehensive, technology-neutral assessment of an industry building resilience through powertrain and fuel diversification amid an extended period of uncertainty. The
May 19, 2026 Read Full Article
Media Release: Project Mandala Feasibility Study and Port Agreement
(Jet Zero) Jet Zero Australia Pty Ltd (Jet Zero) is pleased to announce the successful completion of the feasibility study for Project Mandala, representing a further milestone in the company’s Australian biorefinery development strategy following the advancement of its flagship Project
May 12, 2026 Read Full Article
2026 ACT Expo Fleet Awards Honor Leaders in Clean Transportation Deployment
(ACT News) The ACT Expo Fleet Awards have long recognized fleets that are not only adopting cleaner transportation technologies, but also demonstrating how those technologies can be deployed at scale across real-world operations. The 2026 winners reflect that continued momentum, with
May 07, 2026 Read Full Article
Renewable Natural Gas Breaking Motor Fuel Usage Records
by Dan Gage (The Transport Project) RNG Accounted for 94 Percent of On-Road NGV Fuel Use in 2025 -- The Transport Project (TTP) today (May 5, 2026) announced that 94 percent of all on-road fuel used in natural gas vehicles in calendar
May 06, 2026 Read Full Article
Renewable Fuels Gain Momentum in Trucking
by Seth Clevenger (Transport Topics) Renewable Diesel, Biodiesel, Renewable Natural Gas Offer Sustainability Gains With Minimal Disruption, Industry Leaders Say at ACT Expo -- Renewable fuels are gaining momentum as viable alternatives to diesel in the trucking industry by improving environmental sustainability
May 06, 2026 Read Full Article
Zimbabwe Trials Ethanol-Diesel Blend
(Sunday Mail/Bulawayo) Zimbabwe has begun formal research and trials into blending diesel with ethanol, signalling a potential shift in the country's energy strategy as Government moves to cushion consumers from rising fuel prices and reduce reliance on imports. The trials, being conducted
May 04, 2026 Read Full Article
Hydrogen Internal Combustion Engines and the Case for Technology Neutral Transport Policy
by Allen Schaeffer (Engine Technology Forum) Why emerging hydrogen engine programs and a growing industrial ecosystem expose the risks of regulating drivetrains instead of emissions outcomes For much of the past decade, transport policy has been guided by a simplifying assumption: achieving
April 28, 2026 Read Full Article
OPAL Fuels Signs $100 Million Master Agreement to Monetize Section 45Z Production Tax Credits
(OPAL Fuels) OPAL Fuels (Nasdaq: OPAL) announced that it has entered into a master agreement establishing a framework to monetize $100 million of Section 45Z Clean Fuel Production Tax Credits over the next several years. The first closing is anticipated to take place in
April 28, 2026 Read Full Article
CNG Fuels Signs Long-Term Agreement with M&S to Provide Refuelling Capacity for More than 300 Bio-CNG Trucks
(ReFuels) ReFuels N.V. (ticker: REFL), one of Europe’s leading suppliers of renewable biomethane (Bio-CNG) for decarbonising heavy goods vehicles (HGVs), has through CNG Fuels signed a long-term agreement with Marks & Spencer (M&S) to provide Mobile Refuelling Stations (MRS) at UK
April 24, 2026 Read Full Article
Be8 Unveils Drop-in Biofuel and Targets European Expansion
(Biofuels International) Be8 is seeking to expand into the European market with a fuel positioned for immediate use in transport and industry. The company will exhibit at the Brazil Pavilion at the Hannover Messe 2026 event from April 20–24, where a Mercedes-Benz
April 23, 2026 Read Full Article
Biofuels and Oil Insecurity: What the Evidence Suggests about Agriculture Powering Mobility
by Mohammad Abul Azad (World Bank ... Blogs) Biofuels derived from agricultural crops can help reduce exposure to oil shocks, linking energy security with rural production and transport systems. -- Recent military conflict in the Middle East have once again reminded the
April 22, 2026 Read Full Article
Rolls-Royce Power Systems Reduces Emissions by Switching to Sustainable Fuel for Engine Tests
(Rolls-Royce) Rolls-Royce operating key mtu engine test benches in Germany using hydrogenated vegetable oil (HVO) instead of fossil diesel; CO2 emissions reduced by 3,200 tonnes by end 2025; HVO burns cleaner: over 40% less soot, up to 8% fewer nitrogen oxides; mtu engines already power
April 17, 2026 Read Full Article
Farmer-Owned Openfield Co-op to Run Trials of Biofuel HGVs
by Ciarán Daly (Co-op News) UK grain co-op Openfield is running trials of a biofuel-powered lorry as it seeks ways to cut its climate emissions. -- One of Britain’s largest agricultural co-operatives with around 4,000 farmer members, Openfield is working with Scania and CNG Fuels
April 17, 2026 Read Full Article
World First: SUBLIME Energie Liquefies All Biogas Directly on the Farm
(SUBLIME Energie/Canadian Biomass Magazine) SUBLIME Energie has inaugurated in Plélo (Côtes-d’Armor, Brittany, France) its demonstrator “Charlie,” the world’s first system capable of liquefying biogas directly on the farm. For the first time, on-farm anaerobic digestion can produce a renewable fuel without
April 15, 2026 Read Full Article
HAMR Energy’s Nationally Significant Fuel Projects Selected for Australian Government’s Investor Front Door Pilot
(HAMR Energy) HAMR Energy’s Nationally Significant Fuel Projects Selected for Australian Government’s Investor Front Door Pilot. Leading low-carbon liquid fuels (LCLF) company HAMR Energy has been selected as one of the four projects in the Australian Government’s ‘Investor Front Door’ pilot
April 15, 2026 Read Full Article
UK Heating-System Maker Baxi to Transition Entire HGV Fleet to 100% Renewable Diesel in 2026
(Baxi/Biobased Diesel Daily) Baxi, a U.K.-based manufacturer and distributor of residential and commercial heating systems, announced in April that it has accelerated progress on the road to net zero by eliminating diesel as its standard heavy-goods vehicle (HGV) fuel and switching
April 12, 2026 Read Full Article
Earth Month A-Z: Today--Words Starting with "H"
health benefits heating oil/fuel helicopters heavy duty trucks HVO (hydrotreated vegetable oil) hydrogen/renewable hydrogen hemp Each day we will feature words that have special meaning for transitioning to a truly sustainable renewable future. And, we'll highlight an image that illustrates one of those words. Join us from A to
April 09, 2026 Read Full Article
Optimus Technologies and Sunoil Biodiesel Partner to Bring B100 to Heavy-Duty Fleets in The Netherlands
(Optimus Technologies) Optimus Technologies, Inc. ("Optimus") and Sunoil Biodiesel B.V. ("Sunoil") have entered into a commercial partnership to accelerate adoption of 100% biodiesel (B100) across heavy-duty fleets in the Netherlands. This partnership marks Optimus' entrance into the European market and establishes
April 08, 2026 Read Full Article
Study: Electric Truck Charging Costs Far Less to Build Than Hydrogen Fueling Stations
(American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy (ACEEE)) Building electric charging stations for heavy-duty trucks is a far more cost-effective way to decarbonize the heavy-duty freight sector than building hydrogen fueling stations, according to new research from the American Council for an Energy-Efficient
April 07, 2026 Read Full Article
Powerful and Fuel-Efficient – Meet Volvo’s Future Hydrogen Truck
(Volvo) Volvo has begun on-road testing of heavy trucks powered by hydrogen combustion engines. Volvo’s hydrogen solution is industry-leading, and the commercial launch is planned before 2030. -- Volvo is taking another step towards net-zero CO2 emissions transport by starting on‑road trials
April 07, 2026 Read Full Article
Green Hydrogen Production Confirmed at Port of Tilbury in Major Boost for UK Industrial Decarbonisation
(GeoPura) GeoPura and Forth Ports have signed a landmark agreement to produce green hydrogen on site at the Port of Tilbury starting this year. This plant will support the decarbonisation of one of the UK’s most important logistics hubs and position
April 07, 2026 Read Full Article
Toyota Moves to Join Volvo Group, Daimler Truck in Fuel Cell Joint Venture cellcentric
(ACT News) • Toyota aims to become an equal shareholder in cellcentric alongside Volvo Group and Daimler Truck. The partnership is focused on advancing hydrogen fuel cell systems for heavy-duty commercial vehicles. The move reinforces hydrogen’s role in long-haul and high-utilization fleet applications. Increased
April 02, 2026 Read Full Article
Volvo Advances Hydrogen Strategy with Real-World Truck Testing
(ACT News) • Volvo has begun real-world testing of hydrogen combustion engine trucks, targeting a commercial launch before 2030. HPDI technology enables diesel-like performance while improving efficiency and reducing fuel consumption. Hydrogen combustion is positioned for long-haul and infrastructure-constrained operations where battery-electric may
April 02, 2026 Read Full Article
BHS Partners with Napa Recycling and City of Napa for Renewable Natural Gas Facility
(Zero Waste Energy) The project includes a Zero Waste Energy dry anaerobic digestion system. -- In a unique Public-Private Partnership, BHS (Bulk Handling Systems) is partnering with Napa Recycling and Waste Services (Napa Recycling) and the City of Napa in the development
March 31, 2026 Read Full Article
Thai Government Ramps Up B20 Biodiesel Supply to Tackle Rising Transport Costs
(The Nation) • The Thai government is subsidizing B20 biodiesel to make it 5 baht ($0.15) per litre cheaper than standard diesel, aiming to lower costs for the transport and industrial sectors. Major fuel retailers, including PTT, Bangchak, and Shell, are expanding
March 30, 2026 Read Full Article
Hyundai Motor Introduces XCIENT Fuel Cell Truck Fleet in South America to Drive Zero Tailpipe Emissions Logistics in Uruguay
(Hyundai) • Hyundai Motor launches South America’s first XCIENT Fuel Cell Class-8 heavy-duty truck fleet to advance low-carbon freight solutions The company joins the Kahirós Project to develop green hydrogen infrastructure and contribute to decarbonizing timber logistics in Uruguay The project is backed
March 25, 2026 Read Full Article
From Used Cooking Oil to Truck Fuel: New GSWA Machines to Soon Start Turning Kitchen Product into Biodiesel
by Joe Taitano (Pacific Daily News) The Guam Solid Waste Authority will soon start turning used cooking oil into biodiesel to run its garbage trucks for pennies on the dollar, with new machines to do the conversion job now on the island. ... GSWA
March 23, 2026 Read Full Article
Updated Approval List Shows Many Commercial Vehicles Are Ready for High Blends of Biodiesel
(Association Quality Management Biodiesel (AGQM)) Many trucks, buses, tractors, and construction vehicles are already approved for higher biodiesel blends, according to a list composed by the Association Quality Management Biodiesel (AGQM). The list was published together with several German and international
March 17, 2026 Read Full Article
National Biodiesel Day Celebrates America’s History, Future of Clean Fuel Production
(Clean Fuels Alliance America) Clean Fuels CEO: Biodiesel and renewable diesel producers stand ready to drive new industry growth -- Biodiesel has been an early driver of clean fuel growth in America and a consistent foundation for farm and food security throughout
March 17, 2026 Read Full Article
RNG Continues to Lead as the Easy-to-Switch Clean Fuel for Multi-Sector Fleets Signing New Agreements with Clean Energy
(Clean Energy) Clean Energy Fuels Corp. (NASDAQ: CLNE), the largest provider of the cleanest fuel for the transportation market, has announced a slew of deals with trucking, refuse, and transit fleets nationwide. The agreements span renewable natural gas (RNG) fueling infrastructure and RNG supply,
March 06, 2026 Read Full Article
Swindon Vehicles to Soon Run on Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil
by Michael Ribbeck (Swindon Advertiser) Hundreds of council vehicles will soon be running on hydrotreated vegetable oil (HVO). Swindon Borough Council will introduce HVO across its fleet starting next month, aiming to cut carbon dioxide emissions by up to 90 per cent. The
March 03, 2026 Read Full Article
Comlurb Presents a New Fleet of 100 Sustainable Vehicles Powered by Biomethane.
(Prefeitura Rio) Comlurb unveiled its first biomethane-powered fleet on Friday, January 30. The fleet consists of 100 vehicles that will provide residential and public waste collection services, as well as support for the maintenance, operation, and cleaning of recycling centers in
February 19, 2026 Read Full Article
The Digest’s 2026 Multi-Slide Guide to Australian LCLF Feedstocks
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) This roadmap highlights Australia’s pivotal role in the global low-carbon liquid fuel (LCLF) shift, driven by over 140 countries adopting net-zero targets. It outlines three strategic horizons for grain growers: expanding exportable oilseed production immediately, intensifying
February 19, 2026 Read Full Article
Gasum's Newest Filling Station for Heavy-Duty Vehicles in Ylivieska, Finland, Has Opened
(Gasum) One of the world's largest logistics companies, DSV, uses biogas-powered vehicles in Finland to reduce transport emissions. The new Ylivieska station brings a wanted addition to the refueling network. Gasum has opened a new liquefied biogas (LBG) filling station in Ylivieska,
February 17, 2026 Read Full Article
Heavy Transport Decarbonisation: Why Low-Carbon Liquid Fuels Still Matter
by Rachel Sparkhall (HutanBio) Heavy Transport Decarbonisation -- Decarbonising heavy transport (including aviation, shipping, and long-haul freight) is widely regarded as one of the most difficult challenges in the global energy transition. These sectors already account for around 10% of global greenhouse gas
February 12, 2026 Read Full Article
Agenda: Edina - Biofuel Plow Truck Conversion - Late Nov. 2025
(Edina TV) This fall, work to make the City’s fleet of heavy vehicles more environmentally friendly shifted into high gear. Large dump trucks used for everything from hauling gravel to plowing snow will be switching over to a new fuel source
February 12, 2026 Read Full Article
The Starting Gate: Europe’s Biofuel Sprint to 2030
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) ... The release of the European Commission’s industrial mobilization study isn’t another policy paper — it’s the starter’s pistol. The 2030 targets under Fit for 55, ReFuelEU Aviation and FuelEU Maritime have moved the sector from R&D warmups
February 10, 2026 Read Full Article
California Accelerates Work on EV Rules, Tax Credits that Trump Opposes, State's Top Air Regulator Says
by Lisa Baertlein, Valerie Volcovici and David Shepardson (Reuters) California officials are meeting Detroit automakers this week to discuss the next phase of greenhouse gas regulations for cars and trucks, the state's top air regulator said. ... Ford Motor (F.N), opens new tab and Stellantis
January 30, 2026 Read Full Article
The Supreme Trial of the Bioeconomy Is Here
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) ... The Trump Administration’s assault on EV mandates and incentives has scrambled the decarbonization playbook. Federal signals are inconsistent. Long-range policy visibility is gone. But in pulling support from one sector, Washington exposed another reality: aviation, marine
January 27, 2026 Read Full Article
The Future of Biofuels Webinars: Emissions Accounting and Modeling; Role of Policy in Biofuel Adoption; Economic Research Priorities for a Low-Carbon Transitionand Biofuels in the Economy and Decarbonization Pathways
(Resources for the Future) Economic Research Priorities for a Low-Carbon Transition -- A webinar featuring a fireside chat discussing research needed into biofuels’ mitigation potential and long-term viability, sectoral roles and deployment barriers, policy design, and economic and distributional consequences. Recent federal actions,
January 22, 2026 Read Full Article
Clean Fuels to Recognize Two Prominent Industry Leaders at Annual Conference
(Clean Fuels Alliance America) Clean Fuels Alliance America will recognize two industry leaders for their outstanding contributions in advancing biodiesel for heavy-duty equipment and renewable liquid heating fuels during the 2026 Clean Fuels Conference in Orlando, Florida this week. John Deere will
January 21, 2026 Read Full Article
The Road Less Taken: Iowa Moves High Biodiesel Blends Forward
by Jenna Rose (Iowa Biodiesel Board/Biobased Diesel Daily) State-level policy and industry collaboration position Iowa as a model for B30 adoption. As Iowa’s biodiesel producers continue to weather a difficult year marked by federal-policy uncertainty and challenges, the state of Iowa continues
January 21, 2026 Read Full Article
Keep on Going
by Allen Schaeffer (Engine Technology Forum/Biobased Diesel Daily) The lyrics of a popular 20-year-old country-music song provide guidance to help navigate the pit of uncertainty and tumult. -- It’s been a challenging year for anyone hoping for clarity on vehicle and fuels
January 20, 2026 Read Full Article
What’s in Store for 2026? Flexing and Delivering
by Allen Schaeffer (Engine Technology Forum) ... A bright spot in the depressed commercial truck market was the success of a new natural gas engine (X15) from Cummins, with rave reviews from truckers and a strong showing in real world experience in evaluation by fleets
January 19, 2026 Read Full Article
World’s Largest Hydrogen Refuelling Station Completed in Xinjiang, China
(Fuel Cells Works) China has completed the world’s largest hydrogen refuelling station in Xinjiang, capable of dispensing up to 10 tonnes of hydrogen per day and refuelling hundreds of fuel-cell trucks. The world’s largest hydrogen refuelling station has been completed in the
January 18, 2026 Read Full Article
Orlen Starts Construction on Poland’s First Bio-LNG Refuelling Network
(Notes from Poland/UABIO) Polish energy company Orlen, a member of the Bioenergy Association of Ukraine, has begun construction of the first part of a planned network of 21 stations for refuelling vehicles with liquefied biomethane (Bio-LNG). The first station is due to open in the second half
January 17, 2026 Read Full Article
Engine Technology Forum: Industry Insights, Observations, and Outlook for 2026
(Engine Technology Forum) ... Advanced engines and fuels help customers meet their own economic and sustainability goals more effectively than ever before. Having achieved near-zero emissions and boosted efficiency across virtually all sizes and configurations, a key strength of engine technology is
January 14, 2026 Read Full Article
Clean Fuels Applauds CARB’s Decision to Sunset Outdated Biodiesel Restrictions
(Clean Fuels Alliance America) Clean Fuels Alliance America welcomes a ruling by the California Air Resources Board (CARB) to sunset the oxides of nitrogen (NOx) mitigation requirement for biodiesel blends up to B20 (20% biodiesel) in the Alternative Diesel Fuel (ADF)
December 30, 2025 Read Full Article
Gujarat Green Hydrogen Policy 2025 Unveiled
(DeshGujarat) Gandhinagar: The Gujarat government has rolled out its Green Hydrogen Policy, aiming to position the State as a leading hub for green hydrogen production and accelerate the transition toward clean energy-driven industrial growth. Under the policy, the State government targets investments
December 29, 2025 Read Full Article
RNG Coalition Concludes RNG Conference with Eye on Tomorrow
(RNG Coalition/Canadian Biomass Magazine) Maritime Task Force highlights demand expansion efforts -- On Dec. 4, RNG COALITION concluded its annual RNG CONFERENCE with a clear message: the North American renewable natural gas (RNG) industry has entered its next phase of growth, advancing
December 17, 2025 Read Full Article
Inside Johnson Matthey's Hydrogen Engine Testing Facility
by James Darley (Sustainability Magazine) Johnson Matthey has opened a US$3.1m hydrogen internal combustion engine facility in Gothenburg to test emission control systems for heavy-duty transport Johnson Matthey has opened its first hydrogen internal combustion engine (H₂ICE) testing facility in Gothenburg, Sweden. The
December 16, 2025 Read Full Article
Maryland Biofuels Task Force Releases Landmark Report Showing Major Economic, Environmental & Public Health Benefits of Higher Biofuel Blends
(Maryland Biofuels Task Force) Report highlights lower fuel prices and immediate reductions in carbon and air-toxic emissions under a proposed Clean Fuel Standard. — The Maryland Biofuels Task Force, a diverse coalition of ~50 subject-matter experts representing 30+ agricultural, environmental, governmental,
December 15, 2025 Read Full Article
Sustainable Biofeedstock Supply Chains for Advanced Biofuels in Europe towards 2050
(Concawe) Report no. 10/25: Advanced biofuels are expected to play a key role in the decarbonisation of the European transport sector, particularly in hard-to-abate segments such as aviation, maritime transport, and heavy-duty road vehicles. To support the EU’s climate neutrality objectives
December 04, 2025 Read Full Article
CARB Postpones Action On Rules to Reinstate Vehicle Emissions Limits
(Inside EPA) The California Air Resources Board (CARB) is postponing a decision on whether to reinstate older criteria emission limits for passenger vehicles and heavy-duty trucks -- and possibly newer ones that are currently preempted by the federal government -- following
November 12, 2025 Read Full Article
Oman Opens First-Ever Biodiesel Fuel Station
(The Arabian Stories) The new station goes beyond traditional fuel services, incorporating advanced digital systems, shaded truck bays, rest areas, a convenience store, and infrastructure supporting renewable fuel dispensing and seamless digital payments. The inauguration ceremony was held under the patronage of
November 03, 2025 Read Full Article
ReFuels Starts Construction of Bio-CNG Refuelling Station along One of the UK’s Most Important Freight Routes in Line with Growth Strategy
(ReFuels) ReFuels N.V., one of Europe’s leading suppliers of renewable biomethane (Bio-CNG) for decarbonisation of heavy goods vehicles (HGVs), has commenced construction of a public access refuelling station at Magor, South Wales. The new station, owned and operated by CNG Fuels, is
October 31, 2025 Read Full Article
The Digest’s 2025 Multi-Slide Guide to Decarbonization of Offroad, Rail, Marine, and Aviation Technologies
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) The DORMA program focuses R&D on efficient utilization of renewable fuels, hydrogen, and e-fuels to achieve deep GHG emission cuts across multiple heavy-duty sectors. Technology accomplishments include demonstrating 95% ammonia substitution in marine engines, yielding an
October 30, 2025 Read Full Article
CARB Takes Legal Action Against Truck OEMs in Clean Truck Dispute
)ACT News) • CARB filed suit against Daimler, Volvo, PACCAR, and Navistar for allegedly breaching the Clean Truck Partnership agreement. The 2023 deal required manufacturers to meet California’s zero-emission truck standards regardless of federal legal challenges. CARB seeks court enforcement of the agreement
October 30, 2025 Read Full Article
Project Profile | Renewable Hydrocarbons for Heavy Duty and Jet Fuel Sectors
by Tomas Ekbom (SVEBIO/IEA Bioenergy Task 39 Biofuel News) Heavy-duty transportation is a hard-to-electrify sector that has not received the needed attention considering their contribution to emissions. The P3 project will further investigate the potential of HVO as an additional source of
October 28, 2025 Read Full Article
Signs GBP 25 Million Debt Facility to Build Three Bio-CNG Refuelling Stations and Unlock New Truck Orders
(ReFuels) ReFuels N.V., one of Europe’s leading suppliers of renewable biomethane (Bio-CNG) for decarbonisation of heavy goods vehicles (HGVs), announces that CNG Fuels has entered into a GBP 25 million five-year debt facility with funds managed by the Foresight Group. Together
October 28, 2025 Read Full Article
Biodiesel Fuel Blend Could Help Future of Farming and Trucking
by Haley Bickelhaupt (WQAD) A higher blend of biodiesel is catching the eye of a number of companies and the hopes of some farmers. Rob Shaffer grows soybeans in El Paso, Illinois. He said the biodiesel, B-99 or B-100, could boost demand
October 25, 2025 Read Full Article
Erie County Launches Renewable Diesel Pilot Program
(Erie County, NY) Renewable Diesel Significantly Reduces Greenhouse Gas Emissions; EC government uses about 360,000 gallons of diesel annually; Pilot Program will test three DPW Vehicles; if successful, potential roll out for entire fleet Erie County Executive Mark C. Poloncarz was joined today
October 22, 2025 Read Full Article
COP30 and the Acceleration of Renewable Energy and Sustainable Fuels
by Jefferson dos Santos Estevo* (Advanced Biofuels USA) The United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP30) will be held in Belém, Pará, from November 10 to 21, 2025, under the presidency of Ambassador André Corrêa do Lago. In early March 2025, the
October 22, 2025 Read Full Article
Turning Waste into Worth: Viva Energy and Cleanaway Partner to Advance Low Carbon Fuels Production in Australia
(Viva Energy Australia) Viva Energy and Cleanaway (Cleanaway Waste Management Ltd) are pleased to announce they have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) in a significant step towards the manufacture of low-carbon liquid fuels and products in Australia. The MoU would see large
October 21, 2025 Read Full Article
Talke, Symbio Partner to Deploy Hydrogen-Electric Drayage Trucks
(Advanced Clean Tech (ACT) News) --TALKE will retrofit two Class 8 tractors with hydrogen-electric systems for drayage use. --The trucks are scheduled for full operation in 2026. -- TALKE sees the Houston hydrogen hub as a strategic enabler. --The initiative
October 20, 2025 Read Full Article
Lhyfe Inaugurates Germany's Largest Commercial Renewable Hydrogen Production Site in Baden-Württemberg to Distribute RFNBO-Certified Hydrogen to a Range of Players
(Lhyfe) • With 10 MW of installed capacity, Lhyfe Schwäbisch Gmünd is Germany's largest commercial site for bulk renewable hydrogen, as well as Lhyfe's largest such site and its first in Germany. The site was installed at the end of last year
October 20, 2025 Read Full Article
The Digest’s 2025 Multi-Slide Guide to Medium Duty Off-Road DME Engine Achieving High Efficiency and Ultra Low Emissions
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) This project develops durable fuel injection systems (FIS) and Ducted Fuel Injection (DFI) for rDME Mixing Controlled Compression Ignition (MCCI) combustion in off-road engines. A core technology advance is utilizing dual FIS development pathways to
October 16, 2025 Read Full Article
The Digest’s 2025 Multi-Slide Guide to Biodiesel Poisoning of Close-Coupled SCR
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) This research addresses how CC-SCR systems are vulnerable to metal poisoning (Na, K, Ca, Mg) from high-level biodiesel blends. The core technology is utilizing Spaci-MS (Spatial activity/storage mapping) alongside systematic B100-fueled engine aging to link distributed
October 13, 2025 Read Full Article
Repsol Is a Pioneer in Producing 100% Renewable Gasoline on an Industrial Scale.
(Repsol) • Repsol has achieved a technological milestone by producing 100% renewable gasoline on an industrial scale for the first time at its Tarragona industrial center. This breakthrough demonstrates that renewable liquid fuels are a real option for reducing CO2 emissions from transportation, raising
October 10, 2025 Read Full Article
The Digest’s 2025 Multi-Slide Guide to Low-Load Cycle Emission Control
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) Focused on enhancing low-temperature SCR activity for hard-to-electrify applications, this project leverages Operando EPR and DFT calculations to study Cu-zeolite kinetics. A key finding is that strong Brönsted acid sites (BAS) enhance low-temperature activity by promoting the hydrolysis
October 10, 2025 Read Full Article
The Digest’s 2025 Multi-Slide Guide to Challenges with Renewable Fuels
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) This project uses atomic-level insights (HAADF-STEM) to understand catalyst durability against biodiesel poisoning and H2-ICE exhaust. Technologically, highly stable Pd-core Pt/Pd-shell structures were identified in commercial catalysts for oxidation. Key findings show high H2O content increases low-temperature SCR
October 09, 2025 Read Full Article
Utility Global and Maas Energy Works Announce Agreement to Develop Dairy Digester-to-Hydrogen Mobility Project in California
(Utility Global/PR Newswire) Collaboration to deliver deeply carbon-negative hydrogen using dairy biogas to fuel heavy-duty transportation across California -- Utility Global, Inc. ("Utility"), a U.S.-based leader in economical decarbonization technology, and Maas Energy Works ("MEW"), the nation's leading developer of dairy digester-to-energy
October 08, 2025 Read Full Article
Trucking Industry Scores Major Environmental Wins in Summer 2025
(American Trucking Associations) This summer marked a turning point for the trucking industry’s role in America’s environmental future. After years of battling misguided, top-down mandates from California regulators, common sense prevailed, freeing fleets, manufacturers, and drivers to pursue real, sustainable progress
October 07, 2025 Read Full Article
Argent Fuels Introduces Dieselite Brand
(Argent Energy) Leading producer of waste-based biodiesel Argent Energy is introducing a new brand name – ‘Dieselite’ – to the company’s portfolio. Dieselite is a high-quality B+ biodiesel blend, developed to help reduce commercial vehicle fleet carbon emissions. Produced in the UK, Dieselite
October 07, 2025 Read Full Article
FY25 Fleet Fuels Report: Fossil Fuel Use Down 67% Since FY13
By Keith T. Kerman (New York City DCAS Fleet Newsletter) ...This achievement includes a net reduction in total fuel use and the transition of 99% of all diesel fuel to biofuels, primarily renewable diesel with 5% biodiesel. The most significant
October 07, 2025 Read Full Article
ReFuels Enters into a Fixed Price Bio-CNG Agreement with a Major UK Logistics Operator
(ReFuels) ReFuels N.V., one of Europe’s leading suppliers of renewable biomethane (Bio-CNG) for the decarbonisation of heavy goods vehicles (HGVs), has entered into a fixed price Bio-CNG agreement for one of Britain’s largest logistics operators. The agreement is a multi-year contract
October 07, 2025 Read Full Article
Tesco Drives Emissions Reduction as It Rolls out 42 Low-Carbon Trucks
(Tesco) -- New fleet powered by biomethane produced from animal and food waste. -- Trucks will save up to 6,473 tonnes of CO2e annually. Tesco has announced it has added 42 new IVECO S-Way Natural Gas trucks to its fleet in Livingston,
October 01, 2025 Read Full Article
German Research Highlights Promise of Fuel Cell HGVs with Road-Ready Prototype
by Pölös Zsófia (Transport in Europe) Researchers in Germany say fuel cell HGVs could become a viable option for European hauliers, and have now put their own prototype on the road after receiving official approval. -- Hydrogen lorries can deliver ranges of up to
September 29, 2025 Read Full Article
Will Portland Weaken Its Policy to Phase out Diesel, Replace It with Biofuels?
by Gosia Wozniacka (The Oregonian/OregonLive) Portland leaders may soon weigh whether to roll back parts of the city’s signature climate policy on replacing diesel with renewable fuels, a first-in-the-nation standard critical to reducing emissions and harmful particulate matter pollution. The policy, adopted by the City
September 25, 2025 Read Full Article
From Dakar to Zaragoza: Carreras and Ambar Test Hydrogen-Powered Beer Transport.
(Carreras) Ambar and the logistics company Carreras launch a pioneering transport trial using renewable hydrogen that seeks to reduce CO₂ emissions by 30 tons. -- Ambar beer will travel its next few kilometers much cleaner. The Aragonese brewery and the logistics company Carreras have launched a pioneering
September 25, 2025 Read Full Article
Biofuel Swap to Reduce Reigate & Banstead Borough Council’s Carbon Footprint by at Least a Quarter
by Matt Pole (Sussex Express) Reigate & Banstead Borough Council has taken its first delivery of hydrotreated vegetable oil (HVO) so it can run its fleet of 28 waste collection vehicles on biofuel instead of diesel. The switch to HVO is expected
September 24, 2025 Read Full Article
Amogy’s Ammonia Gambit and the Same Old Song of Oil
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) ... But only now, with companies like Amogy, are we cracking its hidden hydrogen to fuel ships, trucks, and maybe even data centers. Could this smelly old industrial standby be the fresh track that breaks us out
September 24, 2025 Read Full Article
The Digest’s Multi-Slide Guide to Control of Aldehyde Emissions from Alcohol-Fueled Non-Road Engines
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) This FY22-FY25 project, with $400k in FY24 funding, addresses toxic aldehyde emissions from low-lifecycle carbon fuels (LLCFs) in off-road engines. Alcohols like methanol and ethanol form less reactive aldehydes during oxidation. Stable formaldehyde delivery for experiments
September 22, 2025 Read Full Article
Maryland Department of the Environment Files Notice of Proposed Action to Amend Advanced Clean Trucks Program.
(Maryland Department of the Environment) The purpose of this action is to adjust language which clarifies compliance determinations and sales reporting requirements for vehicle manufacturers and add an additional certification pathway for medium-duty zero-emission vehicles. This will result in increased time
September 19, 2025 Read Full Article
Clean Energy Breaks Ground on Three Renewable Natural Gas Dairy Projects with Maas Energy Works
(Clean Energy Fuels) Clean Energy Fuels Corp. (NASDAQ: CLNE) has announced it has broken ground on three renewable natural gas (RNG) production facilities under its development agreement with Maas Energy Works. These projects span six dairies located in South Dakota, Georgia, Florida and
September 18, 2025 Read Full Article
13 Fleets Hit the Road for NACFE’s 2025 Run on Less – Messy Middle
(Advanced Clean Tech News) • NACFE’s Run on Less – Messy Middle began September 8 and is now one week into its three-week demonstration, already generating real-world performance data across 13 fleets. Diesel, natural gas, battery-electric, and hydrogen fuel cell trucks are
September 18, 2025 Read Full Article
The Digest’s Multi-Slide Guide to Flex-Fuel Mixing Controlled Combustion Systems Enabled by Prechamber Ignition
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) This 60% complete project, funded at $3.125M, is developing a heavy-duty flex-fuel (E10-E98) engine with prechamber ignition to mimic diesel combustion. This approach promises ~50% reduction in lifecycle CO2 using bioethanol, maintaining snap torque and efficiency.
September 17, 2025 Read Full Article
Australia Promises $735 Million to Launch Biofuel Industry
by Peter Hobson (Reuters) The Australian government said on Wednesday (September 17, 2025) it would invest A$1.1 billion ($735 million) in the development of a low-carbon fuels industry, a move welcomed by farm groups, who hope it will boost demand for
September 17, 2025 Read Full Article
RNG-Fueled Fleets in California Mark 5 years of Carbon-Free Outcomes
(The Transport Project/Biomass Magazine) Last calendar year marked the fifth consecutive year that commercial fleets in the State of California fueled by bio-CNG (renewable natural gas, or RNG) achieved a carbon-negative transportation outcome, according to a report released today by The Transport Project and RNG Coalition alongside
September 10, 2025 Read Full Article
The Green Push: Clean Energy Ambitions Fuel India’s Rise in Green Hydrogen and Biofuels
by Rahul Koul (Indian Chemical News) India’s hydrogen and biofuels sector has made promising strides with strong policy backing and early investments, but high costs, infrastructure gaps, and regulatory hurdles remain key challenges -- India’s hydrogen and biofuels sectors are rapidly emerging
September 07, 2025 Read Full Article
Low Carbon Truck Programme Trial
(DP World) From the 1st September 2025, DP World UK has launched a unique Low Carbon Truck Programme Trial, providing UK HGV fleet owners an opportunity to trial Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil (HVO), a cleaner, renewable diesel alternative. In partnership with leading
September 02, 2025 Read Full Article
EPA Proposes to Block California’s Heavy-Duty Truck Rule for Out-of-State Vehicles
(Advanced Clean Tech News) The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) recently announced it is proposing to disapprove California’s heavy-duty vehicle inspection and maintenance requirements as they apply to vehicles not registered in the state, including out-of-state and foreign-registered trucks. The EPA
August 28, 2025 Read Full Article
FTC Closes Investigation into Clean Truck Partnership
(Advanced Clean Tech News) The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) announced today that it has closed its investigation into the Clean Truck Partnership, determining that key commitments made by several leading truck and engine manufacturers now sufficiently address earlier antitrust concerns and
August 21, 2025 Read Full Article
New York to Grant $7.8mn for Low-Carbon Fuels Application DEADLINE January 22, 2026
by Cole Martin (Argus Media) The New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) plans to award up to $7.8mn in grants to speed the deployment of innovative low-carbon fuels in the state. The funds — which come from New York's
August 21, 2025 Read Full Article
UK Biodiesel Industry Calls for Urgent Action from Ministers to Save Sector
(Renewable Transport Fuel Association/Biobased Diesel Daily) Britain’s biodiesel sector is facing a major crisis that is putting hundreds of British jobs at risk, warned the Renewable Transport Fuel Association Aug. 12. Industry leaders are calling for urgent talks with ministers to
August 20, 2025 Read Full Article
Fuelling the Future – Changi Powers Ahead with Renewable Diesel
by Kris Mok (Changi Airport) As part of its net-zero emissions goal, Singapore has a vision for all vehicles to run on cleaner energy by 2040. Aligned with this green vision, Changi Airport Group (CAG) is also working with the airport community
August 20, 2025 Read Full Article
Truck OEMs Challenge Clean Truck Partnership in Federal Court
(Advanced Clean Tech News) Four of the nation’s largest heavy-duty truck makers have filed a lawsuit in the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of California, challenging the California Air Resources Board (CARB) and Governor Gavin Newsom’s ability to enforce certain state
August 14, 2025 Read Full Article
National City Pledged to Reduce Pollution. Now It’s Considering a New Industrial Biofuel Depot
by Kori Suzuki (KPBS) ... Twenty years ago, (Margarita) Garcia began working with the Environmental Health Coalition, a longtime environmental justice group based in National City. She and her neighbors pushed back against heavy industrial activities in the city. Their efforts won support
August 04, 2025 Read Full Article
Johnson Matthey to Open Its First Hydrogen Internal Combustion Engine Testing Facility in Gothenburg
(Johnson Matthey) Johnson Matthey (JM), a global leader in sustainable technologies, has moved to strengthen its world-class heavy duty vehicle testing capabilities, as the market and regulatory environment continue to evolve and manufacturers seek cleaner mobility solutions. The new upgraded facility will
July 31, 2025 Read Full Article
Fleet Reporting Deadline Nears as New Mexico Prepares to Distribute Climate Funding for Transportation
(Advanced Clean Tech News) In a rapidly changing climate policy environment, states like New Mexico are stepping up with locally tailored strategies to cut emissions and boost economic opportunity. At the center of New Mexico’s transportation initiatives is the Large Entity Reporting
July 31, 2025 Read Full Article
CARB Approves Flexibility-Focused Amendments to Clean Truck Rules
(Advanced Clean Tech News) The California Air Resources Board (CARB) has approved a series of amendments to the state’s Advanced Clean Trucks (ACT) and Zero-Emission Powertrain (ZEP) Certification regulations, aimed at preserving emissions benefits while offering truck manufacturers additional flexibility to
July 31, 2025 Read Full Article
Sustainable Transport on the Road: Our Commitment at OnTurtle
(OnTurtle) Sustainable on-road transport is no longer an option, but an urgent necessity. In a global context in which emissions reduction and energy efficiency are priorities, OnTurtle reaffirms its commitment to the environment through various actions, aligned with the European objectives
July 30, 2025 Read Full Article
Commission Yet to Deliver on CO₂-Neutral Truck Commitments – Industry Stands Ready
(European Biodiesel Board) More than one year after entry into force of the CO₂ emission standards for new heavy-duty vehicles (Regulation (EU) 2024/1610), in force since 26 June, with legal effect from 1 July 2024 pursuant to Article 5, the European
July 30, 2025 Read Full Article
EPA Moves to End Climate Regulation under Clean Air Act Public Comment DEADLINE September 15, 2025
by Jake Spring and Anusha Mathur (Washington Post) The Environmental Protection Agency on Tuesday announced a proposal to rescind the landmark legal opinion that underpins virtually all of its regulations to curb climate change. The move would end EPA regulations on greenhouse
July 29, 2025 Read Full Article
The Digest’s 2025 Multi-Slide Guide to Heavy-Duty H2 Combustion
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) Sandia National Laboratories is advancing hydrogen internal combustion engines (H2ICE) for hard-to-electrify sectors, targeting 2024-2027 market entry. Key findings: increased swirl improves H2 mixing, yet cyclic variability remains. Crucially, hydrogen significantly delays hydrocarbon auto-ignition, providing new
July 28, 2025 Read Full Article
Embracing the Rainbow: Exploring Hydrogen’s Role in Decarbonising Aviation at Regional Airports
by Paul E Eden (Regional Gateway/CirculAIRity) With hydrogen considered to be a key element in decarbonising aviation, regional airports are likely to provide proving grounds for critical related technologies. However, hydrogen is not a straightforward solution and the challenges are great, as
July 25, 2025 Read Full Article
The Digest’s 2025 Multi-Slide Guide to Alcohol Spray and Hydrogen Jet Experiments and Modeling
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) This project supports off-road engine decarbonization via methanol and hydrogen, emphasizing injection challenges. Methanol experiments reveal significant plume collapse and accelerated inter-plume regions under flash-boiling, with slow evaporation causing potential wall wetting. Hydrogen jet studies show
July 22, 2025 Read Full Article
Digging into the Potential for Lower Emission Mining Operations
(ExxonMobile/Mining Technology) Mining is essential for modern life and demand is expected to grow. Diesel is expected to play a key role in mining through 2040, especially in haul truck operations. Productivity and efficiency gains can support emission reduction roadmaps of
July 18, 2025 Read Full Article
The Digest’s 2025 Multi-Slide Guide to Renewable Diesel
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) Global planned RD/SAF capacity is rising, supported by international mandates like RFS and ReFuelEU Aviation, with accelerating deployment and diverse technologies. Feedstock is generally affordable and available. Major headwinds include slower adoption than goals, a “mandate lite”
July 15, 2025 Read Full Article
America Reveals the $6 Billion Engine of the Future – No Hydrogen, No Ammonia, No Electric
by D. Garcia (EcoNews) ... The world’s largest carmaker, Stellantis, operating under the 14 brands, which include Fiat, Peugeot, and Jeep – has, in a recent statement, revealed it will invest $6 billion into the South American market to build a
July 14, 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
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
Hybrid Tech Bridges the Gap between ICE and All-Electric
by Kami Buchholz (Engine Technology Forum/Power Progress) The internal combustion engine (ICE) has served as an indispensable power source for on-highway and off-highway vehicles for decades. While the ICE continues to showcase an attitude of sustainability as a standalone provider of
June 18, 2025 Read Full Article
Renewable Fuels Get a Boost and California Policies Get a Reset
by Allen Schaeffer (Engine Technology Forum) ... Last week, two major policy developments are resetting the debate about the future of vehicles and fuels. First, after several years of lackluster federal policy support for renewable fuels – even below what was actually
June 18, 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
East Midlands Airport Converts Vehicle Fleet to Renewable Fuel
(Biofuels International) ... More than 60 vehicles involved in airport operations are now running on biodiesel instead of fossil-based diesel. These include airfield operations and security team vehicles, fire trucks and snow clearing vehicles. The airport has worked with biodiesel supplier
June 13, 2025 Read Full Article
Trump to Revoke California Vehicle Emission Rules on Thursday
by Alex Nieves (Politico) President Donald Trump plans to sign a trio of resolutions Thursday to revoke California’s nation-leading vehicle emissions standards. Sen. Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.), author of a resolution to nix the state’s electric vehicle sales mandate via the Congressional Review Act,
June 11, 2025 Read Full Article
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