The U.K. Committee on Climate Change published a report May 2 that recommends the government set a goal to reach net-zero GHG emissions by 2050. Drax and the U.K. Renewable Energy Association say bioenergy can help meet that goal.
The DOE has opened a $79 million funding opportunity for bioenergy research and development that aims to reduce the price of drop-in biofuels, lower the cost of biopower and enable high-value products from biomass or waste resources.
The DOE has opened a $79 million funding opportunity for bioenergy research and development that aims to reduce the price of drop-in biofuels, lower the cost of biopower and enable high-value products from biomass or waste resources.
Greenbacker Renewable Energy Company LLC has acquired the 12 megawatt Eagle Valley Clean Energy biomass project, located in Gypsum, Colorado. The facility fires waste wood and is used to dispose of pine beetle infested wood from local forests.
Maine Gov. Janet Mills vetoed legislation on May 2 that aimed to prohibit the sale of fuel blends containing more than 10 percent ethanol. The bill targeted the potential sale of E15, which is not yet available for retail purchase within the state.
REG released first quarter 2019 results on May 2, reporting a significant increase in biofuel gallons produced. The company also reported it has identified a buyer for its Life Sciences division, and is working to expand renewable diesel capacity.
The Canadian government announced April 25 a federal investment of up to $11.2 million to the Bioproducts Cluster under the Canadian Agricultural Partnership in an effort to help provide opportunities for farmers and grow the clean economy.
TransLink and FortisBC announced April 24 a partnership that will source RNG for TransLink's natural gas bus fleet. TransLink is now the first public transportation authority in Canada to use RNG to help fuel its natural gas powered buses.
The USGC's board of directors has named Council Director in Mexico Ryan LeGrand as its next president and chief executive officer, effective mid-June. He joined the USGC in 2015 and has served as director of the Mexico City office since 2016.
Pacific Ethanol Inc. held an earnings call to discuss first quarter 2019 financial results May 2. The company reported significant improvement when compared to the fourth quarter of 2018 but is continuing to consider the sale of production assets.
The Canadian government announced April 25 a federal investment of up to $11.2 million to the Bioproducts Cluster under the Canadian Agricultural Partnership in an effort to help provide opportunities for farmers and grow the clean economy.
Katzen International Inc. announced April 29 it will design a new corn ethanol plant in the Mato Grosso region of Brazil. Construction on the 74 MMgy plant is underway, with startup expected in mid-2020.
Long-standing waste management firm Crapper & Sons recently invested in a new UNTHA XR3000C mobil-e shredder to transform wood waste into a biomass fuel. The system currently processes 30 metric tons of wood waste per hour.
ACE Senior Vice President and Market Development Director Ron Lamberty moderated a panel discussion among flex fuel and E15 retailers, and a retail equipment sales and service provider May 2 at an event held by the Indiana Corn Growers Association.
On May 1, Growth Energy announced that New Mexico is the newest state to offer consumers greater choice at the fuel pump with the availability of E15—a fuel blended with 15 percent renewable ethanol.
Sen. Ron Wyden, D-Ore., introduced legislation May 2 that aims to overhaul the federal tax code and consolidate the current 44 energy incentives into three technology-neutral provisions. Several biofuel and bioenergy groups support the bill.
Ron Lamberty, American Coalition for Ethanol, compares the path to widespread E15 use year-round to a summer family road trip.
Sen. Jim Inhofe, R-Okla., and 14 colleagues sent a letter to EPA Administrator Andrew Wheeler April 30 asking him to use the agency's upcoming RFS reset rule to limit future RVOs for conventional biofuel to less than 10 percent of gasoline demand.
It is more important than ever that as equipment changes are considered, retailers are thinking of all the possibilities that come into play over the course of those equipment lifespans.
The RFS Power Coalition has added four supporting organizations, including the Environmental and Energy Study Institute, 25x25, the California Biomass Energy Alliance, and the California Rice Commission
Valmet announced April 29 it has received a repeat automation technology order for phase two of the Dangjin 4 Biomass Power Plant currently under construction near Seoul, South Korea. The facility is owned by GS EPS Co. Ltd.
Growth Energy joined renewable fuel leaders at Royal Farms outside of Washington, D.C., to celebrate the launch of a sustainability initiative and the grand opening of the latest renewable fuel station in our capital.
Sen. Jim Inhofe, R-Okla., and 14 colleagues sent a letter to EPA Administrator Andrew Wheeler April 30 asking him to use the agency's upcoming RFS reset rule to limit future RVOs for conventional biofuel to less than 10 percent of gasoline demand.
Study misleads on value of biodegradable, compostable plastics
By European Bioplastics
May 02, 2019
A recent study looks at the environmental deterioration of plastic bags of different polymer types under littering conditions. Contrary to headlines, the study confirms only certified biodegradable and compostable bags reduce environmental impacts.
Sen. Ron Wyden, D-Ore., introduced legislation May 2 that aims to overhaul the federal tax code and consolidate the current 44 energy incentives into three technology-neutral provisions. Several biofuel and bioenergy groups support the bill.
Velocys announced the successful close-out of its Envia joint venture on April 29. The project was used to demonstrate the company's Fischer-Tropsch gas-to-liquids technology. Operations at the plant were suspended in September 2018.
Dane County, Wisconsin, celebrated the opening of its biogas upgrading project on April 25 with a ribbon cutting. The county's project converts trash and cow manure into RNG that is injected into the pipeline for use as transportation fuel.
Eni, an Italian energy company, and Fiat Chrysler Automobiles have partnered to create a new fuel, which Eni says has lower emissions and has a 15 percent methanol and 5 percent bio-ethanol content.
The U.S. Grains Council recently traveled to Saudi Arabia to promote U.S. corn and coproducts. USCG says Saudi Arabia is a growing market, due to its dairy and poultry industries, and imported more than 16 million gallons of U.S. ethanol last year.
Six Ongoing Biomass Myths
By John Ackerly
April 30, 2019
Alliance for Green Heat President John Ackerly presents the top three myths argued by both sides of the wood-burning debate in an effort to bring common sense and logic to what is often viewed as a polarizing issue.
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