Biomass Week - June 29, 2022

Neste invests in increased renewables capacity in Rotterdam Neste Corp. has made the final investment decision to invest into new renewable products production capacity in Rotterdam. The decision is based on demand for renewable products growing substantially with customers' higher climate ambitions. READ MORE SHARE
FutureMetrics calls roundwood restrictions for pellets misguided Some European Union policymakers are calling for a restriction on the use of roundwood as feedstock for wood pellet production. FutureMetrics LLC on June 25 published a white paper explaining why those efforts are misguided. READ MORE SHARE
	Vilsack’s Forest Service memorandum addresses wood-based SAF Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack on June 23 issued a memorandum to the U.S. Forest Service directing the agency to take bold actions to restore forests, improve resilience, and address the climate crisis. READ MORE SHARE
ABC recognizes 55 projects for multi-decade digester operation The American Biogas Council has recognized 55 biogas projects for their longevity in operation, with 41 projects recognized for more than 10 years in operation and 14 projects operating for five years or more. READ MORE SHARE
ITA seeks nominations for REEEAC The U.S. Department of Commerce’s International Trade Administration on June 16 published a notice renewing its Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency Advisory Committee and soliciting nominations for membership. READ MORE SHARE
BerQ RNG celebrates startup of Michigan dairy RNG facility BerQ RNG on June 27 announced the successful startup of an animal manure anerobic digester to RNG facility located on a dairy farm in Western, Michigan. The project is expected to deliver over 85,000 MMBtu of RNG annually. READ MORE SHARE
Biofuel, ag groups comment on SEC climate disclosures rulemaking Growth Energy, RNG Coalition, NCGA, and ASA are among the ag and biofuel groups that have weighed in on a U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission proposed rule that focuses on climate-related disclosures. READ MORE SHARE
BNDES finances 4 biomass power plants in Brazil The Brazilian Development Bank (BNDES) on June 21 announced financing for four biomass thermoelectrical plants and associated transmission systems. The four facilities have a combined capacity of 40 megawatts (MW). READ MORE SHARE
Growth Energy challenges EPA’s ‘alternative compliance’ approach Growth Energy filed petitions for review in the U.S. Court of Appeals for the D.C. Circuit challenging the U.S. EPA’s decision to excuse certain refineries from their obligations under the Renewable Fuel Standard. READ MORE SHARE
Sustainable Oils opens North American headquarters in Montana Sustainable Oils on June 23 celebrated the opening of its North American headquaters in Great Falls, Montana, which icludes plant breeding and research labs. The company specializes in the breeding, research, and marketing of camelina. READ MORE SHARE
Clean Fuels: Renewable fuels lower prices at the pump On June 22, Clean Fuels Alliance America wrote to President Joe Biden, administration officials, and congressional leaders to say that U.S. biodiesel and renewable diesel producers are working to extend fuel supplies and provide relief at the pump. READ MORE SHARE
Emerson technology increases efficiency of Fintoil biorefinery Fintoil, together with Neste Engineering Solutions, has selected Emerson’s automation software and technologies to maximize the operational performance of its biorefinery being constructed in the port of Hamina-Kotka, Finland. READ MORE SHARE