IFC has announced on June 28 it is providing a $50 million financing package to Brazil-based Usina Santa Adélia to help expand the company's ethanol production and support the renewal of sugarcane plantations.
CHAR Technologies Ltd. announced that the City of Saint-Félicien, Québec, has received $CDN 2.8 million in government funding to support their waste heat recovery system from the forest biomass cogeneration plant in Saint-Félicien.
The USDA's Commodity Credit Corp. announced on June 29 that it does not expect to purchase and sell sugar under the Feedstock Flexibility Program for crop year 2021, which runs from Oct. 1, 2021 through Sept. 30, 2022.
U.S. fuel ethanol production was down slightly the week ending June 24 while stocks were down more than 3 percent, according to data released by the U.S. Energy Information Administration on June 29.
The Hawaii Public Utilities Commission on June 24 denied motions for reconsideration filed by Hawaii Electric Light Co. Inc. (HELCO) and Hu Honua Bioenergy LLC asking the agency to reconsider its May 23 rejection of an amended PPA.
The International Air Transport Association called for governments to urgently put in place large-scale incentives to rapidly expand the use of SAF as aviation pursues its commitment to achieving net zero carbon emissions by 2050.
Members of the European Parliament (MEPs) on the Transport and Tourism Committee on June 27 voted 25 to six in favor of adopting a draft negotiating mandate on the ReFuelEU aviation rules, which sets a goal for sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) use.
The U.S. Industrial Pellet Association (USIPA) on June 28 welcomed continued support for sustainable sourcing of "primary woody biomass" by the EU Council's General Approach for revising the Renewable Energy Directive (REDIII).
The USDA is accepting applications for a new pilot program created under the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law to support the development of biobased products that have lower carbon footprints and increase the use of renewable agricultural materials.
The American Biogas Council has recognized 55 biogas projects for their longevity in operation, with 41 projects recognized for more than 10 years in operation and 14 projects operating for five years or more.
Neste Corp. has made the final investment decision to invest into new renewable products production capacity in Rotterdam. The decision is based on demand for renewable products growing substantially with customers' higher climate ambitions.
The U.S. Department of Commerce's International Trade Administration on June 16 published a notice renewing its Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency Advisory Committee and soliciting nominations for membership.
The U.S. Department of Commerce's International Trade Administration on June 16 published a notice renewing its Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency Advisory Committee and soliciting nominations for membership.
A study released June 28 by the DOE found that the U.S. ethanol industry once again leads the nation in the share of its workforce that is comprised by military veterans, with one in six employees previously serving in the armed forces.
U.S. Gain has announced it will supply renewable natural gas (RNG) to a large Midwest utility that is offering customers the ability to lower thier greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions via a voluntary RNG program.
Growth Energy submitted comments on June 24 to the California Air Resources Board on its draft 2022 Climate Change Scoping Plan, which lays out the path toward achieving the state's carbon reduction goals.
Growth Energy filed petitions for review in the U.S. Court of Appeals for the D.C. Circuit challenging the U.S. EPA's decision to excuse certain refineries from their obligations under the Renewable Fuel Standard.
Gevo Inc., a renewable fuels company focused on the production of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF), on June 27 provides updates on the company and projects currently in process, including the company's Net Zero 1 faciity.
Some European Union policymakers are calling for a restriction on the use of roundwood as feedstock for wood pellet production. FutureMetrics LLC on June 25 published a white paper explaining why those efforts are misguided.
BerQ RNG on June 27 announced the successful startup of an animal manure anerobic digester to RNG facility located on a dairy farm in Western, Michigan. The project is expected to deliver over 85,000 MMBtu of RNG annually.
The government of Rio Grande Do Sul, Brazil's southernmost state, on June 20 announced an agreement with Brazilian biodiesel producer BSBios for the development of a grain ethanol plant that will process corn, wheat, triticale, rice and sorghum.
Gevo Inc., a renewable fuels company focused on the production of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF), on June 27 provides updates on the company and projects currently in process, including the company's Net Zero 1 faciity.
Growth Energy filed petitions for review in the U.S. Court of Appeals for the D.C. Circuit challenging the U.S. EPA's decision to excuse certain refineries from their obligations under the Renewable Fuel Standard.
A new artificial enzyme has shown it can chew through lignin, the tough polymer that helps woody plants hold their shape, according to PNNL. Lignin also stores tremendous potential for renewable energy and materials.
A new artificial enzyme has shown it can chew through lignin, the tough polymer that helps woody plants hold their shape, according to PNNL. Lignin also stores tremendous potential for renewable energy and materials.
Sustainable Oils on June 23 celebrated the opening of its North American headquaters in Great Falls, Montana, which icludes plant breeding and research labs. The company specializes in the breeding, research, and marketing of camelina.
The Minnesota Bio-Fuels Association (MN Bio-Fuels) and KS95 FM rewarded drivers who fueled up with E15 at the Highland Service Minnoco station in St Paul on June 23 during an hour-long promotion.
The Michigan Senate Agriculture Committee on June 23 held a hearing to consider legislation that aims to create a tax credit for retailers that choose to sell higher ethanol fuel blends, such as E15 and E85.
Growth Energy, RNG Coalition, NCGA, and ASA are among the ag and biofuel groups that have weighed in on a U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission proposed rule that focuses on climate-related disclosures.
Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack on June 23 issued a memorandum to the U.S. Forest Service directing the agency to take bold actions to restore forests, improve resilience, and address the climate crisis.
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