A Canadian cellulosic ethanol project moves forward
The Beginning, Middle or End?
February 17, 2011
Innovations are happening at every stage of algae, but where should the real focus be?
SBRC to cultivate Salicornia bigelovii as a feedstock for drop-in biofuels
Valero Energy Corp. invests in cellulosic ethanol and renewable diesel
How one U.S.-based bioresin manufacturer is extending its reach into Europe
Algae developer Biocentric Energy Holdings rebuilding after corporate collapse
Energy Farms Aren't Just About Energy
February 17, 2011
The Big Island's plans for an energy farm may mean one thing—jobs
Hydrotreated renewable jet fuel gets boost during military tests
Meet the Bioprospector
February 17, 2011
A Jeep Wrangler, shabby motels and thousands of miles—all in search of a better algae strain
Engineers' perspectives on taking process technology from bench-scale to commercial production
Ensuring that intellectual property grows with your process
Leading world chemical producer breaks ground on advanced biofuel plant
RAND Corp.'s findings are suspect and uninformed
In just 18 months, Boulder, Colo.-based biotech firm OPX Biotechnologies Inc. says it has achieved commercial bioprocess performance and cost goals for its first product offering, BioAcrylic, a biobased alternative to petroleum-derived acrylic acid.
Oregon ethanol plant prepares to restart; idled 2 years
February 16, 2011
The idled 108 MMgy ethanol plant in Clatskanie, Ore., is preparing for restart under the ownership of JH Kelly Holdings. It ran for six months in 2008 before liquidity problems and the recession forced it into bankruptcy.
Researchers at The Samuel Roberts Noble Foundation have modified switchgrass to reduce lignin levels, producing approximately one-third more ethanol and also requiring less severe pre-treatment and fewer enzymes during the conversion process.
Secretary of Energy Steven Chu detailed President Obama's $29.5 billion Fiscal Year 2012 budget request for the U.S. DOE this week. The request is part of an administration-wide plan to win the future by out-innovating the rest of the world.
Scoular purchases ethanol plant, shuttle facility in Kansas
By The Scoular Company
February 16, 2011
The Scoular Company announced Feb. 15 its acquisition of the assets of Gateway Plant LLC. Scoular's acquisition includes a 55 MMgy ethanol plant and adjoining 1.8 million bushel shuttle train facility in Pratt, Kan.
Pellet manufacturer buys Virginia port terminal
February 16, 2011
Pellet manufacturer Enviva LP will be able to expand its shipping capacity with the acquisition of a port terminal in Chesapeake, Va. The location is suitable for the export of wood pellets and will be the shipment point for its proposed N.C. plant.
Secretary of Energy Steven Chu detailed President Obama's $29.5 billion Fiscal Year 2012 budget request for the U.S. DOE this week. The request is part of an administration-wide plan to win the future by out-innovating the rest of the world.
San Francisco-based advanced biofuel firm Solazyme Inc. and Australian airliner Qantas have launched a collaboration to pursue the potential for commercial production of Solazyme's microbial-derived aviation fuel, Solajet, in Australia.
The USDA has announced interim rule changes to three renewable energy programs authorized by the 2008 Farm Bill, including the Biorefinery Assistance Program, the Repowering Assistance Program and the Bioenergy Program for Advanced Biofuels.
Stalking Horse
February 15, 2011
GPRE bids to purchase Otter Tail Ag Enterprises.
New association launched for Atlantic Canada bioenergy
By Atlantic Council for Bioenergy
February 15, 2011
The Atlantic Council for Bioenergy Cooperative is a collective of stakeholders and representatives working together to promote the development of a sustainable bioenergy industry in Atlantic Canada, including biofuels, biomass and biogas.
One Foot in Front of the Other
February 15, 2011
E15 waiver approved, more work to do before fuel widely available.
Up and Running Again
February 15, 2011
Abengoa says VEETC, E15 factors in restarting New Mexico plant.
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