Nebraska scientists establish biochar on-farm research network

By University of Nebraska Lincoln

February 27, 2026

Biochar Research 

Two University of Nebraska–Lincoln scientists, partnering with American Farmland Trust and four Nebraska farmers, have established a biochar on-farm research network. It is among the first and largest in the United States.

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Topsoe selected by Petrobras for one of the largest SAF blending component and renewable diesel projects in Brazil

By Topsoe

February 27, 2026

Sustainable Aviation Fuels Business Advanced Biofuels 

Topsoe has signed an agreement with Petrobras. Under this agreement, Topsoe will deliver technology and services for a potential facility at Petrobras’ Boaventura Energy Complex, located in Itaboraí, in the state of Rio de Janeiro in Brazil.

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Drax produces record 4.2 million metric tons of wood pellets in 2025

By Erin Krueger

February 27, 2026

Pellets Power UK 

Drax Group plc on Feb. 26 released 2025 financial results, reporting record high pellet production. The company, however, is launching a strategic review of its Canadian pellet operations due to a constrained fiber market and low margins.

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California LAO recommends against proposed SAF tax credit

By Erin Krueger

February 27, 2026

Policy Sustainable Aviation Fuels Markets Business 

The California Legislative Analyst’s Office, the state legislature’s nonpartisan fiscal and policy advisor, on Feb. 24 recommended state lawmakers do not move forward with California Gov. Gavin Newsom’s proposal to create a SAF tax credit.

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Groups welcome sign of progress on final 2026-27 RFS volumes

By Clean Fuels Alliance America

February 27, 2026

Policy 

The National Oilseed Processors Association, the American Soybean Association, and Clean Fuels Alliance America on Feb. 26 commended the U.S. EPA for transmitting its final 2026-2027 RFS rule to the OMB for interagency review.

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