by Riley Smith (Iowa AgriBusiness Radio Network) Alexis Taylor, USDA Undersecretary for Trade and Foreign Agricultural Affairs, took her first trade mission trip to Panama. She led a group of almost
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(Pacific Biodiesel/Biobased Diesel Daily) Pacific Biodiesel founders Bob and Kelly King announced March 15 they will partner for a second consecutive year with Mana‘o Radio KMNO 91.7 FM to present a
by Wesley Wren (Autoweek) … The Dodge Challenger is still dead. The folks at Dodge know that when the clock strikes midnight on December 31, 2023, its LX-platform Challenger will shuffle out of its
(Diesel Technology Forum) The Diesel Technology Forum issued the following statement in recognition of the 50th anniversary of National Ag Day which is celebrated in communities and classrooms across the country. One day is
(Missouri Soybean Association) BCM is providing a sustainable, cost savings opportunity to local fleets to fuel up with biodiesel — To recognize and celebrate National Biodiesel Day, the Biodiesel Coalition of
by Cindy Zimmerman (Energy.AgWired.com) The Renewable Fuels Association showed off its new 2022 Ford Escape Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle (PHEV) at the Commodity Classic in Orlando last week, right down the road from
(United Airlines) United launches first-of-its-kind consumer education campaign focused on driving awareness of the benefit of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF); Oscar’s five decades of trash experience on full display in original video,
(Engie/CEVA Logistics/Sanef/AltFuels) Three major groups are joining forces to fight climate change and launch the European Clean Transport Network Alliance (ECTN Alliance), a concrete solution to decarbonize road freight transport. Mobilizing
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) OPAL Fuels is a fully integrated, nationwide leader in the production and distribution of low-carbon intensity renewable natural gas. The company’s vertical waste-to-energy model combines
(Turner Mason and Company/U.S. Grains Council) There is only one grade of gasoline in Nigeria, a 91 RON regular. The gasoline is generally supplied from refineries in Western Europe and

(Federal Trade Commission/Federal Register) FTC to Host Workshop on “Recyclable” Claims as Part of its Ongoing Review of the Agency’s Green Guides — The Federal Trade Commission will host a workshop
by Michael Verdon (Robb Report) … Another question is how to expand the availability of sustainable aviation fuel (which can reduce carbon emissions by up to 80 percent over conventional
by Mark Dorenkamp (Brownfield Ag News) Results of a new consumer survey show the most effective messaging to promote ethanol are affordability and energy independence. “Corn. Corn. Corn. Iowa. Minnesota.” Speaking
(Chevron Renewable Energy Group/Transport Topics) With the transportation sector being the largest source of GHG emissions in the U.S.1, the increasing number of both public- and private-sector entities with carbon reduction
(Cepsa) ο Cepsa to supply green ammonia to ACE Terminal in the Port of Rotterdam for conversion into green hydrogen for multiple industries in northern Europe or direct use in
(Biofuels Digest) In Florida, The Digest announced the official opening of voting for the 50 Hottest Companies in the Advanced Bioeconomy for 2023. Voting is now open to all registered subscribers
(Nebraska Soybean Board) The Nebraska Soybean Board is proud to announce a truck side campaign promoting the use of biodiesel fuel in the state. This effort is aimed at raising awareness
by George Lee (RTE) The plant-based ethanol content of all petrol sold in Ireland is to be doubled from 5% to 10% from the start of April after the required
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) USDA’s Rural Business-Cooperative Service offers loan guarantees, grants, and technical assistance support of the bioeconomy and access to capital for Commercialization of emerging technologies; Production
(Diesel Technology Forum/Globe Newswire) New survey results highlight American opinions on strategies to mitigate climate change and the best approaches when it comes to fuels and technologies. “Addressing climate change is
(Biotechnology Innovation Organization) Nature’s Building Blocks is BIO’s second original film series produced by BBC StoryWorks Commercial Productions. Today, BIO proudly launches a series of short, heartfelt, and inspirational documentaries
(U.S. Grains Council) Earlier this month, BGA Japan, an international consulting firm, held a symposium promoting the production and use of ethanol by the transportation sector in Japan. The U.S. Grains
(Neste) Neste enables its customers to reduce their greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by offering renewable and circular solutions to replace fossil products. In 2022, Neste’s renewable solutions helped customers reduce their
by Jessica Puchala (Diesel Technology Forum) Congratulations to the Kansas City Chiefs! Did you catch the Super Bowl, too? Along with the nail-biter of a game, and Rihanna’s awesome half-time show,

National Biobased Products Day is an annual date designed to raise awareness of biobased products – how they’re made, what they’re made from, their many benefits, and the wide variety
(Volvo) Volvo Trucks is now launching a new, stronger gas-powered truck that can run on liquified biogas. The new truck can carry out demanding, long distance transport tasks, while reducing
(Compromisorse) Vueling, a company belonging to the IAG group, is participating in this edition of FITUR with a stand in which it highlights its clear commitment to sustainability and to
by Mackenzie Boubin (U.S. Grains Council/Ethanol Producer Magazine) Working continuously to expand global markets for ethanol, the U.S. Grains Council has identified key priority and second tier markets to grow
by Steve Whaley (Propane Education and Research Council/ACT News) For decades, fleet owners have relied on propane autogas as a powerful, low-carbon energy source to fuel everything from school buses to
(Biofuels International) A pub in south Lincolnshire in the UK has celebrated one year of net-zero emissions by using hydrotreated vegetable oil (HVO). The Five Horseshoes Inn in Barholm village
by Emma Harrison (Neste) … The first step to better sustainability is to make an audit of your environmental footprint – once it is clear what the biggest areas of improvement
(Brownfield Ag News/Clean Fuels Alliance America) A recent study has confirmed the effectiveness of 100% biodiesel or B100 in decarbonizing Class 8 heavy-duty, over-the-road trucks. Colin Huwyler is the CEO
by Geoff Cooper (Renewable Fuels Association/Ethanol Producer Magazine) … (T)he Renewable Fuels Association remains focused on solidifying year-round access to E15, building export markets and moving incrementally closer to net-zero
(Biobased Diesel Daily/Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship) Iowa Secretary of Agriculture Mike Naig announced Jan. 10 that Growmark FS and Kwik Trip | Kwik Star are the winners of
(PS Energy) CNC Petroleum, a subsidiary of PS Energy Group, now distributes MGO B20, a sustainable bunker fuel option to coastal and marine customers. A blend of standard MGO and biodiesel,
(Express Mobility) The country aims to double the blend to 20 percent by 2025-26, for which it will need an estimated 2.68 billion gallons or 10.15 billion litres of ethanol.
by Meghan Sapp (Biofuels Digest) In Ireland, Bus Éireann has launched a tender to secure HVO for an in-service bus trial in a fleet and location to be decided. The fuel
by Cindy Zimmerman (Energy.AgWired.com) Nebraska fuel retailers and drivers helped to raise more than $15,000 in October as part of Fuel the Cure 2022, a campaign that also educates the public about
by Ken Colombini (Renewable Fuels Association) … These biannual focus group sessions complement nationwide polling RFA undertakes each quarter, for a complete qualitative and quantitative approach to developing successful ethanol policy and communications. In 2019,
by Michael Gilbert (Entrepreneur) Fail fast, fail often doesn’t work for farmers. Here are five agricultural realities funders and innovators need to understand. — “Betting the farm” isn’t just a
by Alasdair Whyte (SAF Investor) Victor, the business jet charter broker, is stopping carbon off-setting to focus on using Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF). The company was a business aviation pioneer when it
(U.S. Grains Council/Ethanol Producer Magazine) In Panama City, Panama, U.S. Grains Council staff in Latin America and the Caribbean (LTA) participated in the VII Energy Week organized by the Latin American
by Curt Epstein (AIN Online) Hill Aircraft—an FBO at Fulton County Executive Airport (KFTY) near Atlanta—announced it will receive a load of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF), marking it as the first
by Jan Tenbensel (Lincoln Journal Star) Reduced air pollution and energy security are crucial issues in Japan, which recently committed to achieving carbon neutrality, including through increased use of bioethanol.
by Cindy Zimmerman (Energy.AgWired.com) Iowa-based convenience store chain Kum & Go is offering all customers E15 grade fuel for $1.99 per gallon from December 23-26. Approximately 91% of holiday travel is by personal
by Ariana Fine (NGT News) Clean Energy Fuels Corp. has opened another renewable natural gas (RNG) fueling station that will provide an anticipated 1.4 million gallons of fuel annually for Amazon
(Bergeson & Campbell) The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) announced on December 14, 2022, that it is seeking public comment on potential updates and changes to the Guides for the Use of Environmental Claims (Green Guides).
by Jamie Freed (Reuters) ‘Book and claim’ system borrowed from electricity sector; SAF uses feedstocks like cooking oils to cut emissions; Boom in SAF needed to meet industry’s emissions targets
(GoodShipping) Companies that import or export their freight by vessel generally have little influence on the container shipping company’s fuel choice. GoodShipping aims to change this with the ‘insetting’ concept. The
(Wisconsin Clean Cities) Kwik Trip, Inc. – headquartered in La Crosse, Wisconsin – has been a Wisconsin Clean Cities member since 2011. Joel Fasnacht, Business Development Alternative & Commercial Fuels for Kwik
(U.S. Grains Council/Ethanol Producer Magazine) U.S. Grains Council staff, alongside agribusiness and producer members, recently had the privilege of participating on the USDA agriculture trade mission (ATM) to East Africa. Held
(Environmental Protection Agency) Today, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) launched a new process to expand the Environmentally Preferable Purchasing (EPP) program’s Recommendations of Specifications, Standards and Ecolabels for Federal Purchasing (Recommendations). The
(Illinois Corn/Biobased Diesel Daily) Illinois corn and soybean farmers are fueling the Illinois High School Association football championships this fall—literally. This week, after pairings were announced and brackets were posted, the
(WJBF) Green Energy Biofuel is spreading the word about helping the environment. The company was recently visited by a group from the University of South Carolina. “We had some students come down,
by Mike Gauntner (WFMJ) Restaurant and convenience chain, Sheetz has announced it is reducing the price of one of its gasoline products to $1.99 a gallon during Thanksgiving week. —
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) From COP27 comes news that Etihad Airway and World Energy signed a MoU for long-term strategic partnership to decarbonize flights through SAF delivered on a book and claim
(IVECO UK/AltFuels) IVECO took part in the The Lord Mayor’s Show, one of the best-known annual events in London as well
by Steven Mufson (Washington Post) Some corporations started out using their sustainability goals as a marketing tool, underestimating the challenges. Now
(DB Schenker) • Biofuel application now available for all flights to all airports • Significant expansion of existing carbon-free air
(Office of Nebraska Governor Pete Ricketts (R-NE)) There’s no reason why the U.S. should be reliant on authoritarian regimes like Iran,
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) Here are the 50 Hottest Project Development & Deployment Spots in the Advanced Bioeconomy for
(Global Times) Airbus said on Wednesday that its Tianjin plant delivered an A320neo to China Eastern Airlines that used 5
(e1 Marine) Green Marine Engineering, an independent fully integrated transition advisory and project management firm, has signed a sales agreement with
(Minnesota Bio-Fuels Association) The Minnesota Bio-Fuels Association (MN Bio-Fuels) concluded a five-month E15 promotional campaign in the Twin Cities metro area
(Igevity/AltFuels) … Ingevity’s NeuFuel solution enables vehicles to run on carbon-neutral renewable natural gas and provides a more environmentally friendly option
(Neste) Neste is partnering with EDi Energie-Direkt Hohenlohe GmbH and TOOL-FUEL Services GmbH to jointly enable the supply of Neste MY Renewable
by Cassie Mullen (Renewable Fuels Association/Ethanol Producer Magazine) As prices at the pump spiked this past summer, a special E15 sales
(Fidelis New Energy/Haarslev/CISION) Haarslev Inc. (“Haarslev”) announced today that has entered a strategic marketing and investment alliance (the “Alliance”) with Gron
(U.S. Grains Council/Ethanol Producer Magazine) In September, Isabelle Ausdal, U.S. Grains Council manager of global ethanol policy and economics, traveled to
(AltFuels/New Holland) For more than 15 years, New Holland has led the development of more sustainable products within its portfolio thanks
(Minnesota Bio-Fuels Association) The Minnesota Bio-Fuels Association (MN Bio-Fuels) and KS95 FM teamed up today to promote E15 at a Holiday
(AvFuel/Biomass Magazine) As the United Nations holds its Mountain Partnership Global Meeting in Aspen next week, Atlantic Aviation and Avfuel Corporation
by Amie Simpson (Brownfield Ag News) The Ohio Corn and Wheat Growers Association is encouraging farmers to fuel up with their
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) News has arrived from Washington that the U.S. Department of Agriculture is investing up to $2.8
(Mississippi State University/Biomass Magazine) Mississippi State scientists have developed switchgrass varieties that are waking up the industry with exceptional germination rates
by Mikayla McKenna (Renewable Fuels Association) … Each year, the tour gives farmers, ethanol producers, and renewable fuels advocates like
(KTTN) The Missouri Agricultural and Small Business Development Authority announced the Biofuel Infrastructure Incentive Program to increase the distribution and use
by Cindy Zimmerman (Energy.AgWired.com) The Renewable Fuels Association (RFA) is showcasing its custom-made E85 vehicles at the Farm Progress Show, a 1200-hp flex-fuel
(U.S. Grains Council/Ethanol Producer Magazine) The U.S. Grains Council’s Southeast Asia and Oceania (SEA&O) office recently participated in the Clean EDGE
(Department for Transport, Northern Ireland Office, Trudy Harrison MP, and Shailesh Vara MP) Greener petrol rolled out to help Northern
by Cindy Zimmerman (Energy.AgWired.com) The U.S. Grains Council (USGC) organized a mission to Brazil last week to learn about the market potential Brazilian
by Steve Weiss (Biofuels Digest/Grey Heron) Note to readers: A more timely piece could not be written. With the industry
by Ron Lamberty (Ethanol Producer Magazine/American Coalition for Ethanol) … I came from the “dark side” of petroleum marketing to
by Kellan Heavican (Brownfield Ag News) … On a call with reporters Wednesday, Nebraska Governor Pete Ricketts discussed climate goals, animal
(AgriNews) When it comes to spectator sports, not many events can match the vibrant colors, the unique sounds and the raw
(U.S. Grains Council) Since 1961, the U.S. Grains Council (USGC) has contributed to the rapid growth of the livestock and feed
(Minnesota Bio-Fuels Association) Minneapolis, Aug 19 – The Minnesota Bio-Fuels Association (MN Bio-Fuels) and KS95 FM rewarded drivers who chose E15
(Van Kessel (Google Translation)) We have opened a new Greenpoint location in Ede, Gelderland. At first glance it looks like a traditional
(Alaska Airlines/PR Newswire) Launch builds on 2020 program which marked first-in-the-US agreement with corporate partners to reduce business travel emissions
by Cassidy Walter (Successful Farming) Today the Iowa Renewable Fuels Association (IRFA) announced a statewide program for farmers to earn cash
(Forto Logistics/PR Newswire) Forto Delivers First Customer Booking as Hapag-Lloyd Opens Biofuel Option to Partners — Through a new partnership with
by Geoff Cooper (Renewable Fuels Association) As clean energy supporters across the globe celebrate World Biofuels Day, today seemed like the
(Minnesota Bio-Fuels Association) The Minnesota Bio-Fuels Association (MN Bio-Fuels) and KS95 FM rewarded drivers who chose E15 during an hour-long promotion
(WELTEC BIOPOWER) Individual solutions for wastewater, waste and agriculture — For the first time WELTEC BIOPOWER will exhibit at the INT‘L
by John Benish, Jr (School Transportation News) … For one thing, our kids have cleaner buses to ride on – and
by Christopher Surgenor (Green Air Online) The Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS FI motor racing team is the latest corporate to announce a commitment to
(Phillips 66) JET H2 Energy combines companies’ retail and hydrogen expertise to form a leading player in hydrogen mobility — Phillips
by Angus Batey (Aviation Week Network) Farnborough Airport almost sold out of sustainable aviation fuel in the run-up to the Farnborough
(Illinois Soybean Association/Biobased Diesel Daily) The Johnson family has been competing in tractor-pulling competitions for more than 20 years, and four
(National Oilheat Research Alliance) The National Oilheat Research Alliance is setting out to prove that homeowners can reduce a home’s
(Diesel Technology Forum/Globe Newswire) A new study that evaluates several approaches to reducing greenhouse gas (GHG) and other emissions from medium
(U.S. Embassy in Manila) The U.S. Grains Council (USGC) and Mariano Marcos State University (MMSU) signed on July 19 a memorandum
by Susanne Retka Schill (Biodiesel Magazine) Three developers take different approaches to filling the expected surge for demand in oilseeds
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) Yield10 is now launching camelina as a low Carbon Intensity biofuels feedstock crop. Long-term, they
(Clean Fuels Alliance America/Biobased Diesel Daily) Clean Fuels Alliance America announced July 21 that it has released for immediate review and
(Euglena) Euglena Co., Ltd. (hereinafter “Euglena”), Oriental Air Bridge Co., Ltd. (hereinafter “ORC”) and JTB Corporation (hereinafter “JTB”) aim to
by Paul Nazzaro (Advanced Fuel Solutions/Biobased Diesel Daily) Fuel dealers tend to know a lot about their customers, but how
(Minnesota Bio-Fuels Association) The Minnesota Bio-Fuels Association (MN Bio-Fuels) and KS95 FM teamed up yesterday at a Holiday station in Coon
(U.S. Grains Council) U.S. Grains Council (USGC) Regional Director for Southeast Asia and Oceania Caleb Wurth showcased the significant role fuel
(Biofuels International) XPO Logistics will take to the road in July for the 42nd year as the official transport partner
(Michigan Advanced Biofuels Coalition) In a move to foster energy security, cleaner air and more sustainable transportation, the Michigan Soybean Committee
(Neste) Sharing a common vision where biofuels have a key role to play in reducing the greenhouse gas emissions in transportation
(Renewable Energy Group) … Here’s what fleets miss out on by not picking biodiesel. — A seamless, cost-effective switch — With biodiesel, fleets can use

(Associazione Culturale Torino-Pechino/NGV Journal) The Associazione Culturale Torino-Pechino (Torpec 2008), whose main area of activity is the organization of trips outside
by Marc Rowe (Trillium/Advanced Clean Tech News) Corporate environmental, social, and governance (ESG) goals are transitioning from a buzz word to something
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) The intersection of food, feed, oleochemicals, identity preservation and traceability are increasingly intertwined, ever more important
(All Nippon Airways/Biobased Diesel Daily) Japanese airline All Nippon Airways (ANA) has launched its Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) Flight Initiative for
(Farnborough Airport) Farnborough Airport, Europe’s leading airport for premium air travel connectivity and the home of British aviation, today launches its
(Neste) oday, Neste and Fly Victor, the on-demand private jet company, announce a partnership which sets a new sustainability benchmark in
(AutoBlog) Sheetz, a convenience store chain, has lowered the price of gas for the July 4 holiday weekend to $3.99 for
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) What are BDO Zone ratings? Take a look at Barnwell County, South Carolina with a
by Stuart Viney (Handling and Storage Solutions/Calor) Calor Futuria Liquid Gas helps reduce the environmental impact of forklifts, while keeping
by Teresa Boeckel (York Daily Record) … Effective immediately, the convenience store chain is charging $3.99 a gallon for Unleaded 88
(Minnesota Bio-Fuels Association) The Minnesota Bio-Fuels Association (MN Bio-Fuels) and KS95 FM rewarded drivers who fueled up with E15 at the
by Seg Niebuhr (Plasma Blue/Biobased Diesel Daily) … But when a biodiesel production plant saves 1 cent per gallon on 35
(Illinois Soybean Association/Biobased Diesel Daily) The B20 Club recently welcomed the city of Warrenville as its newest member. Located in DuPage
by Mason Zollman (Brownfield Ag News) Missouri Soybean is working to position biodiesel as the fuel of today and the
(Connecticut Energy Marketers Association/CT Mirror) … As of July 1st, a new Connecticut state law requires all home heating oil contain
by Tyne Morgan (AgWeb) … E85 is priced significantly less than other blends of fuel across the country, even $2 below
(MSC) As part of its Journey to Net Zero, MSC has been using blended biofuels to propel its ships. Discover how
(Renewable Fuels Association) The Renewable Fuels Association today congratulated Board Member and former Chairman Randy Doyal on receiving the prestigious High
(Minnesota Bio-Fuels Association) The Minnesota Bio-Fuels Association (MN Bio-Fuels) and KS95 FM rewarded drivers who fueled up with E15 at the
by Robert White (Renewable Fuels Association) … In case you’ve forgotten, refiners use the term “blend wall” to refer to what
On Track for Tomorrow, Today: CN’s Commitment to Sustainability Is Changing the Course of the Future
(Renewable Energy Group) … Canadian National Railway Company (CN) is a leading North American transportation logistics company, moving more than
(U.S. Grains Council/Ethanol Producer Magazine) To introduce the concept of fuel ethanol in Malaysia and underscore the benefits importers can
(U.S. Grains Council) The U.S. Grains Council has promoted U.S. ethanol exports in South Korea since 2016, focusing primarily on educating
(U.S. Grains Council) To help countries cut their greenhouse gas emissions and to meet their Paris Climate Commitments, the U.S. Grains
(U.S. Grains Council) Delegations from Japan, South Korea, India and Indonesia traveled to the United States last week to take part
by Erin Voegele (Ethanol Producer Magazine) A report published by the USDA’s Office of Chief Economist in May assesses the future
(Growth Energy) Official Partner Growth Energy showcases benefits of Sunoco Green E15 on and off the track — NASCAR and Official
(Malaysia Airlines) Malaysia Airlines is proud to announce that it will operate the first passenger flight using Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF)
Trade Groups Want More Incentives for Clean Energy
by Ann Meyer (CSP Daily) NACS among that that see cost of EV chargers as obstacle to Biden administration’s goals — While the Biden Administration aims to take giant steps toward