
Data source: U.S. Energy Information Administration, 2024 Fuel Ethanol Plant Production Capacity Report, 2024 Biodiesel Plant Production Capacity Report, and 2024 Renewable Diesel Fuel and Other Biofuels Plant Production Capacity Report
October 18, 2024
BY U.S. Energy Information Administration
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Washington Gov. Bob Ferguson on Nov. 6 announced the state’s sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) industry has reached the 20 MMgy capacity threshold needed to unlock the SAF tax credit established by the state in 2023.
The U.S. EIA reduced its forecast for 2027 renewable diesel production in its latest Short-Term Energy Outlook, released Nov. 10. The 2027 production forecasts for biodiesel and other biofuels, including SAF, were unchanged.
Equisera on Nov. announced that it is working with VertomCory, the global maritime services group, to explore bio-methanol supply for the shipping sector, with a focus on making low-carbon marine fuel in Britain from U.K. biogenic waste.
Bunge and GDM on Nov. 10 announced a strategic joint venture, Enerseed, to develop high-quality, novel oilseeds as feedstocks for biofuels. The JV will focus on developing a portfolio of promising, non-traditional oilseeds.
Aemetis Inc. announced on Nov. 10 that the California Air Resources Board has approved provisional pathways under the Low Carbon Fuel Standard for six dairy digesters built and operated by Aemetis Biogas LLC.