The U.S. EPA on March 19 released data showing six additional SRE petitions have been filed under the RFS during the past month. A total of 37 SRE petitions are currently pending, up from 31 that were pending as of mid-February.
The Carbon Business Council has launched the Direct Storage of Biomass Coalition, a new industry working group that aims to advance understanding, credibility, and responsible deployment of direct biomass storage as a CO2 removal pathway.
FatHopes Energy, in collaboration with Bin Zayed International Group, has appointed Technip Energies to undertake the technical feasibility study for its proposed sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) refinery.
Ecostrat Inc. and the BMI Group on March 12 announced a collaboration to leverage BDO Zone Ratings to ‘ready-state’ BMI’s legacy pulp and paper assets across Canada for next-generation investment in the bioeconomy.
The U.S. Senate and U.S. House of Representatives in March each voted in favor of a bill to reauthorize the Small Business Innovation Research and Small Technology Transfer programs. The legislation currently awaits action from President Trump.
BBI International and Ethanol Producer Magazine are pleased to announce the preliminary agenda for the 2026 International Fuel Ethanol Workshop & Expo, taking place June 2–4 in St. Louis, Missouri.
Agendas released for co-located events at 42nd Annual International Fuel Ethanol Workshop & Expo
By BBI International
March 18, 2026
Produced by BBI International, the Sustainable Fuels Summit, Carbon Capture & Storage Summit and Ethanol 101 expand FEW into a comprehensive platform for biofuels innovation, carbon management and industry education.
Universal Fuel Technologies’ has announced its Flexiforming technology successfully converts HEFA-derived naphtha into synthetic aromatic kerosene that, when blended with paraffinic SAF, creates a fully synthetic jet fuel.
Verity Holdings LLC and CIBO Technologies Inc. on March 17 announced a strategic partnership to deliver an end-to-end data and verification solution connecting farm-level practices to fuel production.
The U.S. Department of Energy on March 17 opened a $293 million funding opportunity focused on the use of AI to tackle a wide range of complex science and technology problems, including those in the field of biotechnology.
Opal Fuels Inc. on March 16 released fourth quarter financial results, reporting the company produced 1.3 million MMBtu of renewable natural gas (RNG) during the quarter, up 20% when compared to the same period of 2024.
On March 17, six trade associations wrote a letter to President Trump urging him to unleash U.S. biodiesel and renewable diesel production to bolster America’s energy security during the conflict with Iran.
Carbonfuture has announced an agreement with Boeing for at least 40,000 metric tons of durable carbon dioxide removal credits. The company will supply a diversified portfolio initially sourced from four biochar carbon removal projects.
Neste on March 16 issued a statement stressing the is currently not aware of any verified cases of fraud (i.e. mislabeling or fraudulent mixing of raw materials) that would be directly connected to Neste’s raw material sourcing.
Nearly two dozen federal lawmakers are urging Treasury to ensure its final rule to implement the 45Z clean fuel production credit recognizes the ability of a wide array of on-farm practices to produce lower-carbon biofuel feedstocks.
Montauk Renewables Inc. on March 11 announced the company produced approximately 5.6 million MMBtu of renewable natural gas (RNG) in 2025, up 1% when compared to 2024. RNG production for 2026 is expected to increase by 4-9%.
Abundia Global Impact Group secures licensing and partnership agreement with Topsoe for HydroFlex low carbon upgrade technology
By Abundia Global Impact Group Inc.
March 16, 2026
Abundia Global Impact Group Inc. has entered a multi-project licensing agreement with Topsoe to deploy its HydroFlex technology for the upgrading process at a waste-plastics-to-renewable products recycling facility in Baytown, Texas.
Advanced Biofuels Canada Association President Fred Ghatala on March 12 released a statement highlighting the stabilizing role of biofuels amidst current global crude oil supply shocks.
Cape May County Municipal Utilities Authority has selected Waga Energy to develop a RNG facility at the CMCMUA’s Secure Sanitary Landfill in Woodbine, New Jersey. The project marks Waga Energy’s first development in the state.
Equilibrion and Rolls-Royce SMR have signed a memorandum of understanding to collaborate on a technical and economic assessment, to better understand the opportunity for nuclear powered SAF using small modular reactors.
Neste, the world’s leading producer of renewable diesel and sustainable aviation fuel (SAF), has appointed new leadership team members as part of an organizational change that primarily affects the company’s Renewable Products business.
The U.S. exported 964,860.7 metric tons of wood pellets in January, up from 834,615 metric tons in December and 825,269.9 metric tons in January 2025, according to data released by the USDA Foreign Agricultural Service on March 12.
Aemetis Inc. released fourth quarter financial results on March 12, reporting a 61% increase in renewable natural gas (RNG) production. The company also highlighted operations at its California ethanol plant and biodiesel facility in India.
The U.K. Trade Remedies Authority on March 12 announced it no longer plans to recommend the U.K. government implement countervailing duties on U.S. renewable diesel, citing the expiration of the biodiesel blenders tax credit (BTC).
RNG COALITION on March12 announced the North American RNG industry achieved historic growth in 2025, with 130 new operational facilities added to the North American RNG portfolio, up from 114 facilities that were added in 2024.
On March 11, the Justice Department’s Environment and Natural Resources Division announced a settlement with Chevron U.S.A. Inc. for violations of the Clean Air Act’s Renewable Fuel Standard program.
Viridi Energy on March 11 announced the successful closing of a structured equity investment by HASI into Viridi’s Marathon landfill gas (LFG) to renewable natural gas (RNG) project. This is HASI’s third investment into Viridi’s portfolio.
XCF Global Inc. on March 10 announced its stockholders approved the issuance of 19.99% or more of the company's issued and outstanding common stock as of Jan. 26. The company has also initiated upgrades to its Reno biorefinery.
Clariant on March 3 announced a strategic collaboration with Vertimass LLC aiming to accelerate the development and commercialization of advanced zeolite catalysts for the catalytic conversion of biobased alcohols.
Renewables are expected to account for nearly 26% of U.S. electricity generation this year, increasing to nearly 28% in 2027, according to the U.S. Energy Information Administration’s latest Short-Term Energy Outlook, released March 10.
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