DOE issues notice of intent to fund research and development to advance biofuels and bioproducts

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December 20, 2024

BY U.S. Department of Energy

PBF Energy expects renewable diesel production to expand in Q4

By Erin Krueger

11 hours ago

Advanced Biofuels Business Operations

PBF Energy Inc. on Oct. 29 announced the St. Bernard Renewables facility produced approximately 15,400 barrels per day of renewable diesel during the third quarter. Production is expected to expand slightly during the final quarter of the year.

By Erin Krueger

11 hours ago

Operations Advanced Biofuels Business

CVR Energy Inc. on Oct. 29 announced plans to revert the renewable diesel unit at its refinery in Wynnewood, Oklahoma, back to hydrocarbon processing service during the next scheduled catalyst change in December.

By Erin Krueger

11 hours ago

Policy Sustainable Aviation Fuels Thermal Power

Rep. Mike Thompson, D-Calif., on Oct. 28 introduced a bill that aims to reinstate many of the renewable energy tax credits eliminated by the One Big Beautiful Bill, including the reinstatement of the 45Z clean fuel production credit “special rate” for SAF.

By Eni S.p.A.

12 hours ago

Biogas Business

Eni and the Bioenergy Association for Sustainable Development, affiliated with the Ministry of Environment of the Arab Republic of Egypt, have announced plans to prepare a comprehensive feasibility study for establishing biogas production units.

By Plug Power Inc.

12 hours ago

Business Hydrogen Sustainable Aviation Fuels Advanced Biofuels

Plug Power Inc. on Oct. 23 announced a strategic partnership with Edgewood Renewables to support the development and construction of its advanced renewable fuel facility in North Las Vegas, Nevada, that will produce SAF and renewable diesel.

2026 International Biomass Conference & Expo

March 31 - April 2, 2026

GAYLORD OPRYLAND RESORT & CONVENTION CENTER | NASHVILLE,TN

Now in its 19th year, the International Biomass Conference & Expo is expected to bring together more than 900 attendees, 160 exhibitors and 65 speakers from more than 25 countries. It is the largest gathering of biomass professionals and academics in the world. The conference provides relevant content and unparalleled networking opportunities in a dynamic business-to-business environment. In addition to abundant networking opportunities, the largest biomass conference in the world is renowned for its outstanding programming—powered by Biomass Magazine–that maintains a strong focus on commercial-scale biomass production, new technology, and near-term research and development. Join us at the International Biomass Conference & Expo as we enter this new and exciting era in biomass energy.View More

Carbon Capture & Storage Summit

June 2-4, 2026

AMERICA'S CENTER | ST. LOUIS,MO

Capturing and storing carbon dioxide in underground wells has the potential to become the most consequential technological deployment in the history of the broader biofuels industry. Deploying effective carbon capture and storage at biofuels plants will cement ethanol and biodiesel as the lowest carbon liquid fuels commercially available in the marketplace. The Carbon Capture & Storage Summit will offer attendees a comprehensive look at the economics of carbon capture and storage, the infrastructure required to make it possible and the financial and marketplace impacts to participating producers. View More

International Fuel Ethanol Workshop & Expo

June 2-4, 2026

AMERICA'S CENTER | ST. LOUIS,MO

Now in its 42nd year, the FEW provides the ethanol industry with cutting-edge content and unparalleled networking opportunities in a dynamic business-to-business environment. As the largest, longest running ethanol conference in the world, the FEW is renowned for its superb programming—powered by Ethanol Producer Magazine —that maintains a strong focus on commercial-scale ethanol production, new technology, and near-term research and development. The event draws more than 2,300 people from over 31 countries and from nearly every ethanol plant in the United States and Canada.View More

Sustainable Fuels Summit: SAF, Renewable Diesel and Biodiesel

June 2-4, 2026

AMERICA'S CENTER | ST. LOUIS,MO

The Sustainable Fuels Summit: SAF, Renewable Diesel, and Biodiesel is a premier forum designed for producers of biodiesel, renewable diesel, and sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) to learn about cutting-edge process technologies, innovative techniques, and equipment to optimize existing production. Attendees will discover efficiencies that save money while increasing throughput and fuel quality. This world-class event features premium content from technology providers, equipment vendors, consultants, engineers, and producers to advance discussions and foster an environment of collaboration and networking. Through engaging presentations, fruitful discussions, and compelling exhibitions, the summit aims to push the biomass-based diesel sector beyond its current limitations.View More