The Senate Ag Committee on June 23 released a Farm Bill 2.0 discussion draft. The legislation includes a major revamp of the Section 9003 loan guarantee program, including language allowing grants of up to $10 million for certain eligible projects.
The USDA on June 18 released data showing the cost of soybean production is expected to increase more than 4% this year, reaching $$683.89 per acre. Per-acre costs are currently expected to expand by an additional 3% in 2027.
European Energy joins Kvasir Technologies as a new investor and strategic partner alongside EIFO, Mærsk Growth and Footprint Fund. The Series A round provides capital to develop and design a new commercial production plant.
Petrobras on June 19 announced its board of directors has approved a $1.2 billion project to produce sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) and renewable diesel at its existing Presidente Bernardes Refinery (RPBC), located in Cubatão, São Paulo, Brazil.
A new, U.K.-based trade association focused on biomass heating launched in June. The Wood Fuel and Heating Association aims to provide a clear, informed and responsible voice for the U.K. wood fuel and heating sector.
Transport operator Nobina will introduce 27 new Scania biogas buses into service on behalf of public transport authority Skånetrafiken. The biogas buses will be introduced into service on the Malmö-Lund/Kristianstad routes.
Worley has completed the front-end engineering and design (FEED) for Alfanar’s Lighthouse Green Fuels sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) project in Teesside, U.K. A final investment decision on the project is expected next year.
The British Columbia Utilities Commission has completed an inquiry examining its definition of RNG and the sufficiency of mechanisms to ensure proper accounting for GHG associated with biomethane purchased outside of the province.
EcoCeres announced the extension of its sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) supply agreement with British Airways until the end of 2030. The SAF is produced from 100% waste-based feedstocks, such as used cooking oil (UCO).
Carbon Direct on June 16 released the Criteria for High-Quality Low Carbon Fuels — a globally applicable, consolidated criteria for high-quality low carbon fuels (LCF) procurement on the voluntary market.
The U.K. Financial Conduct Authority on June 18 announced its investigation into Drax Group plc’s sustainability claims regarding its use of Canadian biomass uncovered no evidence that justifies any further action. The investigation is now closed.
Louisiana Gov. Jeff Landry on June 1 signed a bill that aims to boost development of the state’s wood pellet manufacturing industry. The bill was unanimously approved by both the Louisiana House and Senate in May.
The U.S. EPA on June 18 released data showing nearly 2.02 billion RINs were generated under the RFS in May, up nearly 4% when compared to the same month of last year. Total RIN generation for the first five months of 2026 reached 9.66 billion.
The U.S. EPA on June 18 released updated Renewable Fuel Standard data, reporting that no new small refinery exemption (SRE) petitions were filed under the program during the past month. A total of 40 SRE petitions remain pending.
Data released by the U.S. EPA on June 18 indicates D4, D5 and D6 RINs were trading at significantly higher prices in May 2026 than they were one year ago. The average price of D3 RINs was down slightly.
PyroGenesis Inc. on June 17 announced a collaborative project to convert contaminated biomass into syngas with its client Innofibre – Centre d’innovation des produits cellulosiques, a CCTT at the Cégep de Trois-Rivières.
Honeywell on June 17 announced that its modular Ecofining process technology, specialized pumps, compressors, and integrated control and safety systems will help drive SAF and renewable diesel production for Acelen Renewables’ biorefinery.
The government of Alberta, Canada, on June 12 launched an effort to update its renewable fuels standard (RFS) program, which has been in effect since 2011. The province aims to implement updates by Jan. 1, 2028.
The USDA on June 15 delivered a final rule to the White House Office of Management and Budget that would, in part, “simplify and streamline requirements and processes” for the Rural Energy for America Program.
SUSTAERO on June 17 announced a strategic licensing agreement with Nextchem. SUSTAERO is integrating Nextchem’s proprietary NX Circular gasification technology into the biomass-to-syngas section of its proprietary production process.
Braya Renewable Fuels on June 15 celebrated an exciting milestone for the Come By Chance refinery when it completed its first sale of renewable diesel for the Canadian market. The transaction was for 100,000 barrels of renewable diesel.
Ammongas, part of European Energy, has signed an agreement to supply a complete biomethane upgrading system for a new biomethane facility located in Llíria, near Valencia, Spain. The facility is owned by The Green Vector.
XCF Global Inc. on June 16 announced that its New Rise Renewables Reno facility has advanced its production-start sequence, following the previously announced successful receipt and loading of process catalyst announced earlier this month.
Sen. Chuck Grassley, R-Iowa, on June 12 pressed Hal Duncan, President Donald Trump’s nominee to serve as deputy director of the White House OMB on the current status of USDA’s 45Z feedstock rule, which has been under OMB review since early April.
The U.K. Department for Transport on June 16 announced plans to launch a new £219 million low carbon fuels fund to support domestic SAF production. The agency also launched a call for evidence regarding expected SAF supplies.
A comprehensive new study from S&P Global Energy finds expanded biofuel demand could transform American agriculture, reignite rural economies and provide global food and energy security. The study was commissioned by USFRA.
Targray has announced a strategic collaboration with LF Bioenergy to supply RNG to markets across Canada. The collaboration combines LF Bioenergy’s agricultural RNG production with Targray’s supply chain capabilities.
Honeywell has announced the new brand identities for its automation and aerospace businesses ─ Honeywell Technologies and Honeywell Aerospace. These will become two independent, publicly traded companies on June 29, 2026.
The 2026 International Fuel Ethanol Workshop & Expo (FEW) concluded after three days of education, networking and collaboration that highlighted the ethanol industry's continued commitment to expansion, innovation and operational excellence.
Colorado Gov. Jared Polis on June 3 signed HB 26-1289, a legislative tax package that creates a new tax credit to encourage the purchase of SAF. The bill also repeals an existing tax credit that supports construction of SAF facilities.
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