In a new study, published in Cell Reports Sustainability, researchers from Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory explored how a reactive carbon dioxide capture and conversion (RCC) process could be used to produce synthetic renewable natural gas.
TRE Holdings Corp. and Mitsubishi Gas Chemical Company Inc. have signed an MOU for a strategic business collaboration in which they will study the feasibility of using domestic woody biomass and waste to produce green methanol commercially in Japan.
Sumitomo Corp. has announced the launch of North Sky A/S, a joint venture with Skovgaard Energy to produce biogas and power-to-X business, such as e-SAF. The new company aims to produce around 40 million Nm³ of biogas.
Aemetis Inc. announced on June 27 that the California Air Resources Board has approved provisional pathways under the Low Carbon Fuel Standard for seven dairy digesters built and operated by Aemetis Biogas, a subsidiary of the company.
EnviTec Service LLC is actively providing AD, gas upgrading, and biological support building upon the 15-year legacy of EnviTec Biogas USA. With a staff of 10 employees, it offers a broad portfolio covering all aspects of the biogas industry.
Greene Tweed, a global leader in advanced materials and high-performance solutions, has released results from a study confirming the compatibility of its fluorine-based elastomer seals with sustainable aviation fuels (SAF).
GreenSinnergy GmbH and Axens have signed a MOU to explore the development of SAF projects in Argentina and across Latin America. This strategic collaboration aims to leverage Axens' advanced technologies and GreenSinnergy's project leadership.
Two Southern Company Gas subsidiaries – Virginia Natural Gas and Chattanooga Gas – have completed new renewable natural gas purchases, adding to both utilities' growing portfolios of clean, sustainable fuel.
Sprague Operating Resources LLC on June 24 announced it has been selected by the New York City Department of Citywide Administrative Services to supply renewable diesel for its marine fleet, including the iconic Staten Island Ferry.
The board of Golden State Natural Resources on June 25 voted to revise its plans for the proposed development of two wood pellet plants in California and will instead move forward with the development of two smaller-scale wood chip projects.
Legislation introduced in the California Senate on June 23 aims to cap the price of Low Carbon Fuel Standard credits as part of a larger effort to overhaul the state’s fuel regulations and mitigate rising gas prices.
XCF Global Inc., the owner of a 38 MMgy SAF plant located near Reno, Nevada, on June 24 announced plans to license its integrated SAF platform. On June 26, the company signed a non-binding MOU an Australian company to develop SAF projects.
The California State Assembly’s Committee on Appropriations on June 24 advanced a bill that aims to integrate agricultural and forestry biomass into the state’s climate policies by promoting the beneficial use of clean biomass conversion.
On June 17, the NYC Department of Citywide Administrative Services and the Department of Transportation announced the start of the Staten Island Ferry’s transition to renewable diesel, marked by the delivery of the first barge of fuel.
Lufthansa Group announced it is entering into an agreement with Airbus in the field of more sustainable business travel via the “Sustainable Corporate Value Fare” program, which allows business customers reduce emissions with SAF.
The USDA on June 23 announced plans to rescind the 2001 Roadless Rule, a regulation that established prohibitions on road construction, road reconstruction and timber harvesting on approximately 30% of National Forest System lands.
Greenlane Renewables Inc. on June 24 announced the filing of an additional patent application for its new landfill gas upgrading technology. This new filing adds to the size and strength of Greenlane’s intellectual property portfolio.
4AIR's Assure SAF Registry marks major milestone of 10 million gallons of SAF registered on platform
4AIR on June 24 announced a significant milestone: its Assure SAF Registry, a private blockchain-backed ledger and inventory management tool, has well surpassed 10 million gallons of SAF registered on the platform.
The U.S. Court of Appeals for the D.C. Circuit on June 20 rejected several claims challenging the U.S. EPA’s RFS Set rule but will require the agency to provide additional information on certain environmental findings.
The International Energy Agency in June published its World Energy Investment 2025 report, predicting that investment in liquid biofuels, biogases and low-emissions hydrogen will increase 30% this year to a record high of nearly $25 billion.
FutureMetrics LLC on June 17 published a white paper discussing how expected changes to U.K. bioenergy subsidies could cause the Drax and Lynemouth Power Stations to consider using thermally treated wood pellets.
The 2025 International Fuel Ethanol Workshop & Expo, held in Omaha, Nebraska, concluded with record-breaking participation and industry engagement, reinforcing its role as the largest and most influential gathering in the global ethanol sector.
The Aix Marseille Provence metropolitan authority in France has entrusted Waga Energy with the management of biogas from the Arbois non-hazardous waste storage facility. Waga Energy is using the eLandfill digital platform to monitor the site.
Diesel Direct is proud to support the Steamship Authority in launching its landmark renewable diesel pilot program this summer aboard the M/V Island Home, which operates on the Woods Hole–Martha's Vineyard route.
Avina to develop on-site SAF production facility at Pittsburgh International Airport
By Avina
June 20, 2025
Pittsburgh International Airport and Avina Synthetic Aviation Fuel are partnering to develop the first on-airport sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) production facility utilizing one of the very first alcohol-to-jet pathways in the U.S.
EPA: 1.75 billion RINs generated in May
By Erin Voegele
June 19, 2025
The U.S. EPA on June 18 announced 1.75 billion RINs were generated under the RFS in May, down from 2.07 billion that were generated during the same period of last year. Total RIN generation for the first five months of 2025 reached 9.06 billion.
The U.S. EPA on June 18 published updated small refinery exemption (SRE) data, reporting that 20 new SRE petitions have been filed under the RFS during the past month. According to the agency, 189 SRE petitions are currently pending.
Taiwan has postponed plans to convert one of its largest coal boilers to burn wood pellets, according to a report filed with the USDA. Opportunities for wood pellets remain in the country’s paper and petrochemical industries.
The RNG COALITION on June 18 announced the commissioning of the 500th operational renewable natural gas (RNG) facility in North America. This is a significant milestone that achieves the 2025 benchmark for the industry’s SMART initiative.
Blue Biofuels has annoucned the issuance of a new U.S. patent, further strengthening the company’s expanding intellectual property portfolio. This latest patent brings the company’s total number of granted patents to seven.
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