February 20, 2026
The U.S. EPA on Feb. 19 released data showing nearly 1.68 billion renewable identification numbers (RINs) were generated under the Renewable Fuel Standard in January, down 9% when compared to 1.84 billion RINs generated in January 2024.
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The U.S. EPA on Feb. 19 released data showing five additional SRE petitions have been filed under the RFS during the past month. A total of 31 SRE petitions are currently pending, up from 26 that were pending as of mid-January.
The USDA on Feb. 19 released its Grains and Oilseed Outlook, predicting an increase in soybean production and planted acres for 2026-'27. The volume of soybean oil used for biofuel production is expected to increase approximately 17%.
FLS Group AG and Cula on Feb. 19 announced a partnership to strengthen trust in biochar carbon removals by improving how the underlying evidence is captured, tracked, and verified.
Bayer on Feb. 19 announced the launch of newgold seed, its first multi-crop seed brand developed specifically for low-carbon intensity crops, designed to help farmers participate directly in the fast-growing biofuels market.
Biochar as a fuel replacement was one of many topics discussed at the North American Biochar Conference in Minneapolis.
The recently completed installation of a pellet mill and innovative drying system is empowering Georgian family-owned lumber company Conner Holdings to expand its potential.
Hawaii’s only refinery has expanded its product portfolio to include renewable diesel and sustainable aviation fuel, providing local jobs and supporting the state’s decarbonization goals.
TSI and Telfair Forest Products have built a torrefied biomass plant scaled to produce enough product for commercial-scale testing.
February 2026
Produced by Biomass Magazine, Todd Havican, Sales Director, Fagus GreCon, Inc. chats about his upcoming presentation at IBCE's Pellets & Densified Biomass panel "Reducing Fire Risk and Improving Safety in Biomass Facilities." Hosted by Anna Simet, Director of Content/Sr. Editor. View More.