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BY Jerad Heitzler

EIA: Ethanol and biodiesel capacity expand in January, renewable diesel capacity falls

By Erin Krueger

17 hours ago

Operations Business

U.S. operable ethanol and biodiesel production capacity expanded slightly in January, according to data released by the U.S. EIA on March 31. Renewable diesel capacity fell by more than 2% when compared to December.

By Char Technologies Ltd.

March 30, 2026

Biochar Pellets Business Operations

CHAR Technologies Ltd. on March 23 provided a further update on commissioning activities at its Thorold Renewable Energy Facility, following the company’s Jan. 29 announcement that staged startup had commenced at the site.

By Opal Fuels Inc.

March 17, 2026

Biogas Business Operations

Opal Fuels Inc. on March 16 released fourth quarter financial results, reporting the company produced 1.3 million MMBtu of renewable natural gas (RNG) during the quarter, up 20% when compared to the same period of 2024.

By Erin Krueger

March 12, 2026

Biogas Advanced Biofuels Operations Business

Aemetis Inc. released fourth quarter financial results on March 12, reporting a 61% increase in renewable natural gas (RNG) production. The company also highlighted operations at its California ethanol plant and biodiesel facility in India.

By Erin Krueger

March 09, 2026

Sustainable Aviation Fuels Business Operations Carbon Capture

Gevo Inc. on March 5 announced plans to expand capacity at its North Dakota ethanol plant to 75 MMgy. The company also plans to make a final investment decision on the development of an adjacent SAF project later this year.

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