Avfuel Corp. now provides a consistent supply of Neste MY Sustainable Aviation Fuel to Del Monte Aviation (KMRY). The company already supplies the fuel to Monterey Jet Center—Del Monte Aviation's sister FBO on the airport field.
FortisBC increased its annual RNG supply by 184 percent in 2021 when compared to the prior year. The company expects to triple its supply by the end of 2022 by having approximately 3.9 petajouls of contracted RNG supply in place.
The U.S. exported 125.1 million gallons of ethanol and 927,134 metric tons of distillers grains in March, according to data released by the USDA on May 4. Exports of ethanol were down, while exports of distillers grains were up.
Total operable biofuels production capacity for ethanol, biodiesel, renewable diesel and related fuels expanded to 21.123 billion gallons per year in February, according to the EIA. Total feedstock consumption was at 24.348 billion pounds.
The U.S. exported 801,396.9 metric tons of wood pellets in March, up from both 628,659.8 metric tons the previous month and 667,309 metric tons in March 2021, according to data released by the USDA Foreign Agricultural Service on May 4.
U.S. ethanol can now enter the Indonesian market by way of pre-blended fuel following the recent removal of a ban on such products entering the country. This change creates a potential market of more than 200 million gallons, according to USGC.
Total operable biofuels production capacity for ethanol, biodiesel, renewable diesel and related fuels expanded to 21.123 billion gallons per year in February, according to the EIA. Total feedstock consumption was at 24.348 billion pounds.
The Andersons Inc. on May 3 reported that its renewables segment reported record EBITDA for Q1 2022. Production volumes for ethanol and corn oil were both up, with renewable feedstocks and coproduct merchandising well above expectations.
U.S. fuel ethanol production expanded by nearly 1 percent the week ending April 29, according to data released by the U.S. Energy Information Administration on May 4. Stocks of fuel ethanol were down slightly.
A subsidiary of Archaea Energy Inc. has entered into a definitive purchase and sale agreement to acquire NextGen Power Holdings LLC and its subsidiaries. The purchase includes 14 operating landfill gas-to-electric plants.
CVR Energy Inc. on May 2 announced it has successfully completed conversion and startup of the renewable diesel unit at its Wynnewood refinery in Oklahoma. The company also said it is continuing to advance its renewables restructuring plan.
RFA's Robert White discusses the Biden administration's decision to allow E15 sales to continue through the summer of 2022 as part of its effort to reduce fuel prices and provides guidance to fuel retailers on how to offer the fuel blend.
Marking a decade of leadership in the area of ethanol industry safety, the RFA has received its 10th consecutive TRANSCAER National Achievement Award for training first responders and others in ethanol emergency response and safety.
NV Energy in April issued a request for proposals to add new renewable energy projects to its portfolio. The request for proposals seeks solar, hydroelectric, geothermal, wind, biomass and biogas technology projects of at least 20 MW in size.
Marathon Petroleum Corp. released first quarter financial results on May 3, providing an update on its agreement with Neste to form a joint venture for the renewable diesel project under development at its Martinez refinery in California.
Drax Group plc brought 400,000 metric tons of new biomass pellet production capacity online during the first quarter of 2022. The company plans to make a final investment decision on up to 1 million tons of additional capacity this year.
Green Plains released Q1 2022 financial results on May 2, reporting that the company was negatively impacted by low margins, rail delays, and other factors during the period. Margins have improved significantly, however, moving into Q2.
The Renewable Fuels Association has welcomed Summit Carbon Solutions as its newest associate member. The company is partnering with 32 ethanol plants to create the largest carbon capture and storage (CCS) project in the world.
Drax Group plc bought 400,000 metric tons of new biomass pellet production capacity online during the first quarter of 2022. The company plans to make a final investment decision on up to 1 million tons of additional capacity this year.
World Energy on May 2 announced that the California Energy Commission awarded the company a $2 million grant for its Blending Terminal Project in Paramount, California. The facility will blend biodiesel with renewable diesel.
In cooperation with the African Refiners and Distributors Association, the U.S. Grains Council recently held a forum with African industry stakeholders and government officials to discuss matters related to ethanol production and use.
Natural Gas Vehicles for America (NGVAmerica) and Coalition for Renewable Natural Gas (RNG Coalition) on May 3 announced that 64 percent of all on-road fuel used in natural gas vehicles in calendar year 2021 was renewable natural gas (RNG).
Neste Corp. released first quarter 2022 financial results on April 29, reporting a strong performance for its renewable products segment. Renewable diesel demand was robust during the three-month period, but feedstock markets remained tight.
The U.S. EPA on April 29 delivered its final rule to set 2021 and 2022 RFS RVOs to the White House Office of Management and Budget. The rule may also revise the existing 2020 RVO. OMB review marks a final step before the rulemaking is promulgated.
FutureMetrics LLC on April 21 published a white paper focused on how inflation could impact the industrial wood pellet industry, particularly costs associated with feedstock harvesting, pellet production, and transportation.
The U.S. EPA on April 29 delivered its final rule to set 2021 and 2022 RFS RVOs to the White House Office of Management and Budget. The rule may also revise the existing 2020 RVO. OMB review marks a final step before the rulemaking is promulgated.
Ethanol is increasingly capturing the interest of buyers and policymakers across Southeast Asia and Oceania (SEA) amid growing environmental awareness. According to USGC, focused development program can help unlock value in this region.
WM has announced plans to invest $825 million in its renewable energy footprint from 2022-2025 by expanding its renewable natural gas (RNG) infrastructure. New RNG plants in Oklahoma and Arkansas are expected to come online this year.
The EPA on April 29 issued an emergency fuel waiver allowing E15 to be sold during the summer 2022 driving season. President Biden on April 12 announced the agency would take such action as part of the administration's effort to reduce fuel prices.
Bunge and CoverCress Inc. announced on April 26 a unique commercial partnership to bring a new renewable oilseed and animal feed crop to market. The agreement supports the expansion of CCI's CoverCress technology, a new winter oilseed crop.
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