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by Robin Whitlock (Renewable Energy Magazine) European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen has confirmed to MEPs that the EU should consider allowing higher ethanol blending in petrol in order to de-fossilise Europe’s car fleet more effectively.
Von der Leyen specifically mentioned E20, a petrol blend with up to 20 percent renewable ethanol, as a viable alternative to fossil fuel with lesser amounts of biofuel, and suggested the Commission would look at updating the EU’s Fuel Quality Directive to authorise its use.
Across most of the EU, the current maximum ethanol blend in petrol is E10, with up to 10 percent renewable ethanol produced from multipurpose crops, waste and residues. Production and use of European renewable ethanol reduces GHG emissions by 79 percent on average compared to fossil petrol.
“The Commission confirms the role that higher biofuel blending can play in decarbonising existing vehicle fleets” Von der Leyen wrote in a letter to three German MEPs, according to the Bild newspaper. “As part of the revision of the policy framework for fuels, the Commission will consider authorising higher ethanol contents (E20), taking into account in particular any problems related to the suitability of engines in existing vehicles for this fuel, as well as the need to incentivise investment in advanced biofuels.”
This comes just as the Commission released its AccelerateEU communication aimed at assuring European energy security and reducing dependence on foreign oil, in which it also calls for increased domestic EU production of sustainable biofuels.
It is an indication that the Commission considers EU renewable ethanol biorefineries as strategically important for the production of food, feed, fuel and biogenic CO2 to help achieve Europe’s goals for transport decarbonisation, energy independence, food security and industrial and agricultural autonomy. READ MORE
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Excerpt from ePURE: In a letter to MEPs, Ursula von der Leyen says the EU will consider authorising increased blending of renewable ethanol in petrol to reduce dependence on foreign oil
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen has confirmed to MEPs that the EU should consider allowing higher ethanol blending in petrol in order to de-fossilise Europe’s car fleet more effectively.
Von der Leyen specifically mentioned E20, a petrol blend with up to 20% renewable ethanol, as a viable alternative to fossil fuel with lesser amounts of biofuel, and suggested the Commission would look at updating the EU’s Fuel Quality Directive to authorise its use.
Across most of the EU, the current maximum ethanol blend in petrol is E10, with up to 10% renewable ethanol produced from multipurpose crops, waste and residues. Production and use of European renewable ethanol reduces GHG emissions by 79% on average compared to fossil petrol.
“The Commission confirms the role that higher biofuel blending can play in decarbonising existing vehicle fleets,” Von der Leyen wrote in a letter to three German MEPs, according to the Bild newspaper. “As part of the revision of the policy framework for fuels, the Commission will consider authorising higher ethanol contents (E20), taking into account in particular any problems related to the suitability of engines in existing vehicles for this fuel, as well as the need to incentivise investment in advanced biofuels.”
This comes just as the Commission released its AccelerateEU communication aimed at assuring European energy security and reducing dependence on foreign oil, in which it also calls for increased domestic EU production of sustainable biofuels.
These are welcome signs that the Commission recognises the strategic importance of EU renewable ethanol biorefineries producing food, feed, fuel and biogenic CO2 to help achieve Europe’s goals for transport decarbonization, energy independence, food security and industrial and agricultural autonomy.
These words should be followed up with urgent additional actions to unleash the potential of the domestic renewable ethanol industry for replacing fossil fuel, giving EU citizens access to cheaper renewable energy sources, boosting food and feed production and supporting EU agriculture and industry.
Bild quoted three German MEPs on the importance of approving E20:
by John May (Ethanol Producer Magazine) Executive Summary: The global maritime industry stands at an inflection point. Responsible for approximately 3% of global greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions — equivalent to the total annual output of Japan — international shipping faces unprecedented regulatory, commercial, and reputational pressure to decarbonize. The International Maritime Organization's (IMO) Net-Zero Framework, approved in April 2025 and targeted for entry into force in 2027-2028, will for the first time impose binding, well-to-wake GHG fuel intensity reductions on ocean-going ships above 5,000 gross tonnage, a fleet segment representing 85% of sectoral emissions.
Into this landscape, the United States biofuels industry — encompassing corn and cellulosic ethanol, soy and waste-based biodiesel, renewable diesel, and bio-LNG — brings unmatched scale, established infrastructure, and competitive cost structures. Simultaneously, a new generation of US companies in green hydrogen, low-carbon ammonia, e-methanol, e-ammonia, and carbon capture are positioning to serve the longer-term needs of a zero-emission fleet.
This monograph provides a comprehensive analysis of each fuel pathway's technological profile, GHG reduction potential, infrastructure readiness, and cost competitiveness. It profiles the leading US companies that could supply the global marine industry. It argues that the near-to-medium term opportunity — through at least 2038 — belongs principally to biofuels, which offer proven emission reductions of 60-90%, drop-in compatibility with existing engines and infrastructure, and commercially competitive pricing. The longer-term, post-2035 transition will require massive scaling of e-fuels and green ammonia, for which US producers are investing now. Carbon capture serves as a bridge and accelerant across all time horizons.
1. The Maritime Decarbonization Imperative
1.1 Scale of the Challenge
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1.2 The IMO Regulatory Architecture
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1.3 The Commercial Opportunity for US Industry
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2. Conventional and Advanced Biofuels
2.1 Corn Ethanol
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Leading marine engine manufacturers including MAN Energy Solutions and Wartsila have developed commercially deployed dual-fuel and ethanol-capable marine engines.
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2.2 Biodiesel
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2.3 Cellulosic Ethanol
Technology Profile
Cellulosic ethanol is produced from lignocellulosic biomass — agricultural residues such as corn stover, wheat straw, and sugarcane bagasse, as well as dedicated energy crops and forestry residues. It avoids the food-versus-fuel tension of corn ethanol and offers substantially improved lifecycle GHG performance from waste-stream feedstocks. Production costs have fallen significantly, and several US facilities are at commercial or near-commercial scale, with ongoing investment.
GHG Performance
Cellulosic ethanol achieves lifecycle GHG reductions of 70-100% versus fossil fuels depending on feedstock, process energy, and CCS integration. When produced with biogenic CO2 capture, cellulosic ethanol can achieve negative carbon intensity — uniquely valuable under any progressive carbon pricing regime including the IMO NZF.
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2.4 Renewable Diesel (Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil — HVO)
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3. Green and Low-Carbon Hydrogen
3.1 Technology Overview and Marine Application
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3.2 Green vs. Blue Hydrogen
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4. Green and Low-Carbon Ammonia
4.1 Why Ammonia for Shipping
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4.2 Current State of Development
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4.3 Cost Profile and US Competitive Position
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5. Methanol, Bio-Methanol, and E-Methanol
5.1 Methanol's Lead Position in Alternative Marine Fuels
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5.2 Bio-Methanol
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5.3 E-Methanol
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6. Bio-LNG and Biomethane
6.1 The LNG Fleet as Bio-LNG Ready Infrastructure
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6.2 Bio-LNG: Drop-in Zero-Carbon Fuel for the LNG Fleet
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7. E-Ammonia
7.1 E-Ammonia as the Long-Run Scale Solution
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7.2 US Infrastructure Advantage
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8. Carbon Capture in the Marine Sector
8.1 Three Roles for Carbon Capture
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8.2 Carbon Capture at Biofuel Plants
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8.3 Onboard Carbon Capture and Storage (OCCS)
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8.4 Direct Air Capture for E-Fuel Feedstock
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9. Comparative Analysis: Fuel Pathways for Marine Decarbonization
The following table provides a side-by-side comparison of each fuel pathway across six dimensions critical to marine deployment: lifecycle GHG reduction potential, technology readiness level (TRL 1-9), drop-in infrastructure compatibility, cost relative to conventional HFO/VLSFO, US production capacity, and projected role in the marine transition timeline.
| Fuel | GHG Red. | TRL | Drop-in? | Cost vs HFO | US Capacity | Role in Marine Transition |
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| Corn Ethanol | 61% | 9 | Blend/Dual | ~1.0-1.3x | High (15B+ gal/yr) | Near-term compliance 2028-2038; drop-in scale |
| Biodiesel (FAME) | 66-90% | 9 | Blend (B30) | ~1.1-1.5x | High (5-7B gal/yr) | Near-term; waste feedstocks key for EU FuelEU |
| Cellulosic Ethanol | 70-100% | 7-8 | Blend/Dual | ~1.3-1.7x | Growing | Medium-term with CCS; negative CI potential |
| Renewable Diesel | 60-85% | 9 | Full drop-in | ~1.2-1.6x | High & expanding | Near-medium; best drop-in profile for any vessel |
| Bio-LNG | 80-100% | 8-9 | Drop-in (LNG fleet) | ~1.2-1.6x | Large resource | LNG fleet decarbonization — immediate opportunity |
| Green Hydrogen | ~100% | 5-7 | No | ~2.5-4x | Nascent | Coastal/short-sea vessels; longer-term scale-up |
| Blue Hydrogen | 55-70% | 7-8 | No | ~1.5-2.5x | Strong (NG + CCS) | Bridge fuel; medium-term port/auxiliary power |
| Bio-Methanol | 60-95% | 7-8 | Methanol vessels | ~2-3x | Moderate | Methanol-fueled fleet; near-medium term |
| E-Methanol | ~100% | 6-7 | Yes | ~5-7x now | Early stage | Long-term zero-emission; scale with green H2 |
| Green Ammonia | ~100% | 6-7 | No (new eng) | ~2-4x | Gulf infra ready | Deep-sea backbone post-2035; key IMO 2050 fuel |
| E-Ammonia | ~100% | 5-6 | No | ~3-5x | Gulf Coast potential | Post-2035 scalable zero-emission backbone |
| Onboard CCS (OCCS) | 70-90% | 5-6 | Yes (retrofit) | ~1.3-1.8x | US tech leaders | Fleet retrofit bridge technology through 2040+ |
10. Strategic Outlook and Policy Considerations
10.1 The Three Horizons Framework
A three-horizon framework usefully organizes the US opportunity:
Horizon 1 (2025-2035) — Biofuels Dominate:
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Horizon 2 (2035-2045) — Methanol and Ammonia Ramp:
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Horizon 3 (2045-2050) — E-Fuels and Full Decarbonization:
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10.2 Competitive Threats
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10.3 Infrastructure and Bunkering Investment
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10.4 Lifecycle Accounting and Certification
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11. Key US Companies: Consolidated Directory
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12. Conclusion
The global maritime industry's transition away from heavy fuel oil is no longer a question of if but of when — and with what fuels. The IMO Net-Zero Framework establishes the regulatory architecture for mandatory emissions reduction, making shipping the first global industry sector with binding GHG pricing. The EU's FuelEU Maritime regulation creates an immediate, premium-price commercial demand signal on European and transatlantic routes. And a growing cohort of cargo owners, financial institutions, and shipping lines is committing to green supply chains ahead of regulatory mandates.
The United States biofuels industry is exceptionally well-positioned to serve this transition in the near to medium term. US corn ethanol, soy biodiesel, renewable diesel, and bio-LNG are commercially available, cost-competitive, infrastructure-compatible, and demonstrably low-carbon. The DOE's own analysis confirms GHG reductions of 60-66% for these fuels versus conventional marine fuels — reductions that generate Surplus Units and competitive advantage for shipowners that adopt them under the IMO NZF.
Looking further ahead, the US is also home to the industrial infrastructure, engineering talent, agricultural biomass base, renewable energy resources, and entrepreneurial capital needed to scale the next generation of zero-emission marine fuels. Green ammonia from Gulf Coast export hubs, e-methanol from renewable electricity and captured CO2, bio-methanol from agricultural and municipal wastes, and onboard carbon capture systems that can retrofit the existing global fleet — all are within the US industry's grasp.
The window is open, but competition from Brazil, Indonesia, China, and Europe is intensifying. The United States must engage actively with IMO lifecycle accounting standard-setting, defend its biofuel methodologies in international certification schemes, maintain stable domestic policy support for biofuel economics, and invest in the port bunkering infrastructure that will make US fuels commercially accessible to the global fleet.
For US biofuels and alternative fuels companies, the decarbonization of global maritime shipping is not a distant abstraction. It is a large, near-term, commercially credible export market — one that rewards early movers with long-term supply contracts, premium prices, and enduring strategic positioning in the clean energy economy of the coming decades. READ MORE
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by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) ICF reports that Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) production is currently outpacing renewable diesel, despite the lack of a domestic mandate. U.S. airlines are securing future supply through long-term offtakes and investments. Significant regulatory shifts include
by Sara Schonhardt (Politico) The gathering in Colombia marks a breakaway effort to accelerate climate action after years of plodding progress under the United Nations. Colombia's environmental minister, Irene Vélez Torres, will help lead a climate conference that stems from frustration
(U.S. Department of Energy) The U.S. Department of Energy’s Alternative Fuels and Feedstocks Office (AFFO), formerly known as the Bioenergy Technologies Office, and the National Laboratory of the Rockies (NLR) are launching the 2026 Waste to Energy and Materials Technical Assistance
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) ... This week, the U.S. Department of Energy opened a frontier of its own. The newly renamed Alternative Fuels and Feedstocks Office—formerly the Bioenergy Technologies Office—has launched the 2026 Waste-to-Energy and Materials Technical Assistance Program, with
by Cindy Zimmerman (Energy.AgWired.com) Ahead of the upcoming meeting of the International Maritime Organization’s Marine Environment Protection Committee next week, the American Biofuels Maritime Initiative (ABMI) is calling on U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio to support a central role for American-made biofuels
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Join Fluid Quip Technologies (FQT) for an in-depth webinar exploring how the latest performance strategies are redefining ethanol plant expansions—and why relying on legacy design approaches can limit a plant’s full potential. As market conditions evolve and margins tighten, expansion
(Biofuels International) VEMA, NavoiyAzot, LanzaTech and LanzaJet have signed an agreement to jointly develop Uzbekistan’s first integrated high-tech complex for the co-production of ethanol and sustainable aviation fuel (SAF). The project will be executed in two stages: first, converting off-gases into ethanol,
(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
(Biofuels International) The annual Biofuels Conference and Expo, held alongside the Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) Summit, drew to a close yesterday after two days of lively debate, industry insight and great attendance at Brussels’ Plaza Hotel. This year’s gathering was widely
(Queensland Government) • The Crisafulli Government is investing $25 million to produce renewable diesel at Ampol’s Lytton refinery, boosting Queensland’s fuel security and sovereign capability. Marks the first sustainable domestic production of second-generation low carbon liquid fuels in Australia. Project declared a Prescribed
(Biofuels International) Essar Future Energy has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with LX International to accelerate the development of a major sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) biorefinery in India. The agreement marks a significant step forward in the country’s efforts to decarbonise
(Drax) The M.V. Ultra Yorkshire, a Handymax carrier, which was launched and named as part of Drax Power Station’s 50th anniversary celebrations, docked for the first time in the UK. Vessel was powered by B100 biofuel from Baton Rouge to Port of
(RINA) SRC’s Methanol Superstorage paves the way for wider methanol adoption in ship fuel systems with enhanced safety and efficiency -- Methanol is rapidly gaining traction as a next-generation marine fuel, particularly in light of the International Maritime Organization’s (IMO) Net Zero ambition
by Paul Trainer (Deutsches Biomasseforschungszentrum/Informationsdienst Wissenschaft) A large-scale study has identified an effective way in which wood can be used to help achieve long-term climate targets. Led by researchers from the University of Galway in Ireland and experts from IEA Bioenergy, the
(India Today/MSN) In a fresh move towards cleaner energy, the government has now allowed ethanol blending in Aviation Turbine Fuel (ATF). The step is aimed at promoting Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) and reducing India's dependence on imported oil. This comes as
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) Aemetis provided an update on its rapidly expanding dairy Renewable Natural Gas (RNG) operations. The most newsworthy milestone is the completion of 12 digesters across 15 dairies, connected by 36 miles of pipeline, with a total
(Rio Tinto/Marine Link) Rio Tinto has signed a contract with NS United Kaiun Kaisha (NSU) to charter two methanol-capable dual-fuel Newcastlemax bulk carriers for delivery from 2028 onwards. The agreement reflects Rio Tinto’s long-term approach to shaping its freight portfolio by future-proofing
(Jiangsu Marine Safety Administration (Google Translation)) Nantong Maritime Safety Administration provided full escort for the world's first 24,000 TEU methanol dual-fuel container ship during its shifting and outfitting process. On April 21, under the maintenance and support of the Nantong Maritime Safety
by Song Hyun-soo (Busan (Google Translation)) ... The Korea Marine Equipment Research Institute (KOMERI, President Bae Jeong-cheol) announced on the 20th (April) that it signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) for the development and demonstration of hydrogen fuel cell ships with Hanwha Aerospace,
(VNA/Vietnam Plus) Vietnam is racing ahead with its energy transition by developing eco-friendly fuels like sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) and sustainable marine fuel oil (SMFO), which supposedly cut CO₂ emissions by as much as 80%. The whole push lines up perfectly with
(Office of U.S. Rep. Adrian Smith, R-Neb./Washington Times) ... Fortunately, America’s heartland is already delivering a winning solution. Ethanol has long proven its value as a reliable, clean and affordable homegrown fuel. Which is why, almost every gallon of gasoline sold in
by Steve White (Rural Radio/KNEB) First in the nation with a carbon capture pipeline connecting ethanol plants… Nebraska now states steps to build on that. The governor has signed a bill updating the structure and funding of Nebraska Ethanol Board. Executive Director Ben
(Minnesota Bio-Fuels Association) Minnesota’s ethanol industry remained a major economic driver in 2025, contributing $1.9 billion to the state's gross domestic product, according to a new study by the University of Minnesota Extension. Total economic activity brought on by the ethanol industry in Minnesota
by Joe Lo (Climate Home News) While divisions remain over the international shipping’s Net Zero Framework, the US’s main threat may now have been partly neutered -- A recent US court ruling restricting President Trump’s ability to impose sweeping tariffs has improved
by Mia Gindis (Bloomberg Law) New York State will keep its regular summer gasoline requirements despite a Trump administration waiver allowing more volatile fuel blends to be sold. The Department of Environmental Conservation has confirmed selling or supplying fuel above a
by Jared White (Brownfield Ag News) The Industrial Committee Chair with the Illinois Corn Growers Association says there’s a new proposal in the General Assembly to expand ethanol infrastructure in the state. Sarah Hastings, who represents District 6 and farms in Champaign
by Erin Krueger (Ethanol Producer Magazine) A 2025 annual report published by Egypt-based petrochemicals company Echem details progress on the development of a $570 million sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) facility and $193 million ethanol plant. Both projects are listed as under
by Erin Krueger (Ethanol Producer Magazine) The House Committee on Rules on April 16 announced lawmakers could submit amendments that will be considered for the 2026 Farm Bill through noon on April 22. Amendments focused on year-round E15 and the Renewable
by Erin Krueger (Ethanol Producer Magazine) Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks, R-Iowa, pressed U.S. Energy Secretary Chris Wright on his support for biofuels and the administration’s request to reduce U.S. Department of Energy funding for renewable fuels by 98% during an April 16
by Cindy Zimmerman (Energy.AgWired.com) Members of the Congressional E15 Rural Domestic Energy Council are hoping the farm bill might be the vehicle to finally get E15 legislation on the road to passage. Reps. Michelle Fischbach, Randy Feenstra, Stephanie Bice, and Adrian Smith introduced
(Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore) The Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA), Port of Los Angeles (POLA), and Port of Long Beach (POLB), with the support of C40 Cities[1], have renewed their Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) on the Green
(Nippon Yusen Kabushiki Kaisha) Advancing Decarbonized Fuel Supply Business at the World’s Largest Bunkering Ports -- NYK Bulkship (Asia) Pte. Ltd. (“NYK Line”), Golden Island Pte. Ltd. (“Golden Island”), and Yara Clean Ammonia Norge AS (“Yara Clean Ammonia”) have concluded a non-binding
By Jim Shelton (Yale News) A study of perennial grasses in nine U.S. states shows that grass with deep roots stores more carbon than crops with shallow roots, providing important climate benefits. -- Soil biologist Eric Slessarev has some advice for conservationists,
(Praj Industries/Financial Express) Praj Industries launches advanced precision fermentation lab in Pune to drive AI-led biomanufacturing, low-carbon solutions and biotech innovation in India. Praj Industries sets up AI-enabled fermentation lab in Pune to accelerate biomanufacturing, support biotech innovation and advance low-carbon industrial
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by Domenico Mininni (European Biodiesel Board/Euractiv) The European Biodiesel Board (EBB), representing the biodiesel (FAME and HVO) and bio-based aviation fuel (HEFA) producers in the EU is pushing for ambitious targets post-2030. Currently, the European Commission is evaluating responses from stakeholders on
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
(Dakota News Network) Rising and falling gasoline prices are not only affecting what Kansans pay at the pump, but also shaping demand for biofuels and the outlook for key agricultural commodities. As demand for biofuel grows, experts say producers are becoming more
The upcoming meeting of the IMO Marine Environment Protection Committee, MEPC 84, together with the preceding meeting of the Working Group on Reduction of GHG Emissions from Ships, ISWG-GHG 21, will mark a critical moment for international shipping regulation. Following the
(Carbon 180) As the carbon removal field continues to grow, so does the imperative to design safe, beneficial projects and programs that serve our communities, ecosystems, and climate. This need led us to create the Community-Informed, Open Access, Reviewed, and
(Canadian Biomass Magazine) The 2026 Canadian Biomass Awards winners have officially been announced! Congratulations to all of the 2026 Canadian Biomass Awards winners: Company of the Year: Arctic Energy Alliance Lifetime Achievement Award: Gordon Murray, executive director, Wood Pellet Association of Canada Lifetime Achievement Award (Posthumous): Bruce
(Clean Fuels Alliance America) Clean Fuels Alliance America welcomes the approval of the latest revision to ASTM D396, the standard specification for fuel oils, which now includes new grades for biodiesel blends containing 21% to 50% biodiesel by volume (B21-B50). The
(Pearson Fuels) Pearson Fuels reached a milestone this week, delivering E85 to its 500th station. “We are excited to achieve number 500 and expand access to E85 across California,” said Doug Vind, managing member of Pearson Fuels. “With some retail gasoline above
(All Ag News) California’s fuel system is not built around higher ethanol blends like E15, but instead around carbon intensity — reshaping how ethanol demand develops in the nation’s largest gasoline market. The state’s Low Carbon Fuel Standard, or LCFS, rewards fuels
(Politico Pro E&E Daily) A pair of Republicans introduced a Congressional Review Act resolution to cancel annual biofuel blending rules for 2026 and 2027. -- A Pennsylvania lawmaker with a history of opposing the federal renewable fuel standard is sponsoring legislation to
by Neeraj Padmakumar (Times of India/Cartoq) India could be heading towards 100 percent Ethanol-blended petrol (E100) sooner than expected. Speaking at the Indian Federation of Green Energy's Green Transport Conclave, Union Minister Nitin Gadkari said that the country should aim for 100
(RTE) Iarnród Éireann has launched a new renewable fuel pilot on its commuter train fleet, as part of its ongoing programme to reduce carbon emissions across the national rail network. The trial will use Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil (HVO) - a renewable diesel
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) Rob Leachman from UC Berkeley and R2DIO presented a novel approach to optimizing synthetic biology. Drawing on a comprehensive 12-year benchmarking study of semiconductor manufacturing, the most newsworthy takeaway is the application of semiconductor best practices
In honor of Renewable Fuels Month, join us for three days of virtual presentations focused on critical success factors necessary in the SAF value chain. Industry experts will present on the following: SAF Supply, Distribution & Blending – Shell Aviation SAF Certification –
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) ... A new report from Energy Vision — The Future of Shipping: Cleaner Fuel Options for the Maritime Sector — lays out just how quickly the system is beginning to reorganize itself, and how much of that transition
(NGO Energy Vision/PR Newswire) The case for adopting lower-carbon alternative maritime shipping fuels is strong and getting stronger, according to a report released today by the NGO Energy Vision: The Future of Shipping: Cleaner Fuel Options for the Maritime Sector. Low-carbon alternatives cost
by Cole Martin (Argus Media) A group of Republican US lawmakers has returned to an earlier idea for reforming biofuel policy that would prevent larger companies from winning exemptions from biofuel blend mandates, but with a new carve-out for refineries at
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(DSV) Enabling largescale access to sustainable aviation fuel (SAF), unlocking the supply of up to 11 million gallons or 41.6 million litres of SAF from Phillips 66 and delivering an expected reduction of approximately 100,000 tonnes of lifecycle greenhouse gas emissions
(Boeing) Exploring how e-SAF can strengthen Europe’s energy resilience -- Boeing and Norsk e-Fuel are expanding their strategic collaboration to accelerate the production of synthetic aviation fuel, or e-SAF, and strengthen Europe's energy resilience. The joint industrial initiative will explore how synthetic
(Verso Energy) ReSTart, an industrial project for the production of sustainable synthetic aviation fuels (e-SAF) developed by VERSO ENERGY and carried out in consortium with RAYONIER A.M. (RYAM) under the Innovation Fund, is one of the three e-SAF projects selected under
(Global e-Fuels) The Global e-Fuels team has just returned from a highly insightful Sustainable Aviation Fuels Summit in Brussels, and it’s fair to say the event delivered no shortage of ideas, perspectives, and debate across both SAF and e-SAF. Across two days, the summit
by Anna Simet (Ethanol Producer Magazine) This EPM podcast features, Erin Krueger, Senior News Editor at BBI International. Hosted by Anna Simet, Ethanol Producer Magazine. Join us at the International Fuel Ethanol Workshop & Expo - June 2-4, 2026 in St.
(ePURE) When it comes to renewable energy sources in transport, multipliers continue to add up only to subtraction, leaving Europe over-reliant on imported fossil fuels -- The EU remains needlessly over-reliant on fossil fuels for transport, thanks in part to policies that
by Erin Krueger (Ethanol Producer Magazine) The U.S. EPA has approved a fuel pathway filed by Summit Next Gen LLC for the production of renewable diesel and sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) from undenatured sugarcane ethanol. The pathway was approved on Jan.
(Biofuel Development Opportunity Zone Initiative) ‘A’ Rating to Supercharge New Markets for Underutilized Wood Fiber -- The London Laurel County Economic Development Authority, Ecostrat and the BDO Zone Initiative are pleased to announce the issue of a BDO Zone ‘A’ Rating for Laurel County, Kentucky. The BDO
(Haffner Energy) Haffner Energy welcomes the signing of a landmark Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on 16 April 2026 between the Government of Maharashtra, India, JW Global Group, and The Seed Consortium Partners. This MoU represents approximately €15 billion (Rs 1,65,000 crore) in
(KumparanBisnis) PT Telkom Indonesia (Persero) Tbk and PT Perusahaan Gas Negara (Persero) Tbk have officially established a strategic collaboration. This collaboration was marked by the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to integrate digital infrastructure with low-carbon energy supply. This initiative
(Kent) Kent, a leading global engineering and project delivery company at the forefront of the energy transition, has been awarded a contract by MorGen Energy to deliver Engineering, Procurement and Construction Management (EPCm) services for their West Wales 20MW green hydrogen
(Nippon Biofuel) Nippon Biofuel Co., Ltd. (“NBF”) announces that it has been selected for a large-scale demonstration project under the “FY2024 Supplementary Global South Future-Oriented Co-Creation Program (Large-Scale Demonstration, Non-ASEAN Countries, Second Call)” implemented by Japan’s Ministry of Economy, Trade and
(Perpetual Next) Perpetual Next has engaged Global Location Strategies (GLS) to support the next phase of its U.S. development strategy for biomethanol and torrefaction projects. Under the agreed scope, GLS will assess candidate locations and prepare a final site selection report covering
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) This presentation from Digest editor Jim Lane introduced the FOAK Fragility Index (FFI), a structural stress meter for First-Of-A-Kind (FOAK) biorefineries. Newsworthy highlights include the application of the “GTESI” and “Twist” frameworks to measure a project’s
by Alex Guillén (Politico Pro E&E News PM) ... EPA has sent two more rules easing air pollution requirements to the White House for review, according to notices on the Office of Information and Regulatory Affairs’ website. The regulations — a final rule
by Matt Durand (NACS) As markets continue to evolve, the future of fuel is being shaped by all three branches of the federal government and at the state level. -- ... More often, policy is determined by what Congress does not do, such as
by Nigel Hunt and May Angel (Reuters) Asian countries seeking to use more biofuels since onset of war; Biofuels can help ease fuel prices, reduce import dependency; Crude oil up 30% since war started, key biofuel input corn up 5% ... The conflict has
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) ... For most of the past half-century, oil has played the role of a perfect board. The turns were predictable, the rents manageable, the supply chains tuned so tightly that the system felt less like a
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by Luiz Claudio Ferreira (Agencia Brasil) President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva on Sunday (Apr. 19) advocated a clean energy matrix in partnership with Europe and the protection of jobs amid the advance of artificial intelligence. During a visit to Germany, Lula spoke
By Nachiket Tekawade (Engine) Nippon biofuel has been selected for a Japanese government-backed project to build a production and supply model for jatropha-based marine biofuel from Africa to Asia. -- The company said that the Japanese government will invest around 7 billion
(Antara) Indonesia is navigating renewed turbulence in global energy markets as oil prices fluctuate amid persistent geopolitical uncertainty and supply disruptions. With crude oil recently hovering around the US$100-per-barrel level, volatility in global energy markets continues to expose structural vulnerabilities for net
Join peers working inside the fence to share lessons learned, discuss industry challenges, and improve operational performance. Explore in-depth sessions focused on biosolids, residuals, and innovative treatment technologies. Learn how utilities and practitioners are optimizing operations, reducing costs, and addressing emerging
(Nirova/PR Newswire) Re-launch and expanded service offering fueled by strategic seed-stage investment -- Valkyrie Analytics, Inc., a US-based analytics company specializing in real-time monitoring and optimization of anaerobic digesters, has received a $3 million seed stage investment from a strategic investor. This
by Laura Carvalho (Open Society Foundations/Bangkok Post) The closure of the Strait of Hormuz has triggered what the International Monetary Fund calls a "global yet asymmetric" rupture, disrupting the flow of roughly one-quarter of oil, one-fifth of liquefied natural gas,
(Bernama/New Straits Times) Palm-based B100 biodiesel has the potential to be a strategic alternative in strengthening the country's energy security, especially in the face of global fuel supply uncertainties. FGV Biotechnologies Sdn Bhd chief executive officer Roziyatulshima Zamil said B100 biodiesel refers
(Bernama/The Straits Times) Malaysia currently has 19 biodiesel production plants based on rubber waste, with a monthly capacity of approximately 1.5 million litres. Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi said, as such, biodiesels have the potential to become a
by Amy Briggs (ABC News) Australia imports all of the 10 billion litres of jet fuel it burns every year. -- Fuel costs are beginning to bite the Australian aviation industry, generating fresh interest in "biofuels" produced from agricultural feedstocks as a
(Bioenergy International) In Indonesia, Pertamina New & Renewable Energy (Pertamina NRE), a sub-holding of state-owned energy major PT Pertamina, has announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with CRecTech Pte Ltd (CRecTech) on exploring the development of a pilot
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