Ron Lamberty, American Coalition for Ethanol, compares the path to widespread E15 use year-round to a summer family road trip.
On May 1, Growth Energy announced that New Mexico is the newest state to offer consumers greater choice at the fuel pump with the availability of E15—a fuel blended with 15 percent renewable ethanol.
Sen. Jim Inhofe, R-Okla., and 14 colleagues sent a letter to EPA Administrator Andrew Wheeler April 30 asking him to use the agency's upcoming RFS reset rule to limit future RVOs for conventional biofuel to less than 10 percent of gasoline demand.
It is more important than ever that as equipment changes are considered, retailers are thinking of all the possibilities that come into play over the course of those equipment lifespans.
The RFS Power Coalition has added four supporting organizations, including the Environmental and Energy Study Institute, 25x25, the California Biomass Energy Alliance, and the California Rice Commission
Valmet announced April 29 it has received a repeat automation technology order for phase two of the Dangjin 4 Biomass Power Plant currently under construction near Seoul, South Korea. The facility is owned by GS EPS Co. Ltd.
Growth Energy joined renewable fuel leaders at Royal Farms outside of Washington, D.C., to celebrate the launch of a sustainability initiative and the grand opening of the latest renewable fuel station in our capital.
Sen. Jim Inhofe, R-Okla., and 14 colleagues sent a letter to EPA Administrator Andrew Wheeler April 30 asking him to use the agency's upcoming RFS reset rule to limit future RVOs for conventional biofuel to less than 10 percent of gasoline demand.
Study misleads on value of biodegradable, compostable plastics
By European Bioplastics
May 02, 2019
A recent study looks at the environmental deterioration of plastic bags of different polymer types under littering conditions. Contrary to headlines, the study confirms only certified biodegradable and compostable bags reduce environmental impacts.
Sen. Ron Wyden, D-Ore., introduced legislation May 2 that aims to overhaul the federal tax code and consolidate the current 44 energy incentives into three technology-neutral provisions. Several biofuel and bioenergy groups support the bill.
Velocys announced the successful close-out of its Envia joint venture on April 29. The project was used to demonstrate the company's Fischer-Tropsch gas-to-liquids technology. Operations at the plant were suspended in September 2018.
Dane County, Wisconsin, celebrated the opening of its biogas upgrading project on April 25 with a ribbon cutting. The county's project converts trash and cow manure into RNG that is injected into the pipeline for use as transportation fuel.
Eni, an Italian energy company, and Fiat Chrysler Automobiles have partnered to create a new fuel, which Eni says has lower emissions and has a 15 percent methanol and 5 percent bio-ethanol content.
The U.S. Grains Council recently traveled to Saudi Arabia to promote U.S. corn and coproducts. USCG says Saudi Arabia is a growing market, due to its dairy and poultry industries, and imported more than 16 million gallons of U.S. ethanol last year.
Six Ongoing Biomass Myths
By John Ackerly
April 30, 2019
Alliance for Green Heat President John Ackerly presents the top three myths argued by both sides of the wood-burning debate in an effort to bring common sense and logic to what is often viewed as a polarizing issue.
Pushing for Projects That Make Sense
April 30, 2019
In her editor's note from the May/June 2019 print issue of Biomass Magazine, editor Anna Simet discusses the contents of the issue, recognizing that after oversaturation in the pellet market 10 years ago, the industry has finally found a balance.
A report commissioned by Advanced Biofuels Canada shows record reduction in GHG emissions.
Japan Considering Sustainability Credentials for Palm Kernel Shells
By William Strauss and Yoshinobu Kusano
April 30, 2019
With Japan considering palm kernel shell sustainability requirements, Japanese imports will likely face a steep decline as regulations go into effect. Once requirements can be met by palm oil producers, they will inevitably trend upward again.
Recently released data from the USDA and the USGC show that Mexico and Canada remain strong markets for corn exports, and show benefits of the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement.
The comment period on U.S. EPA's E15/RIN market reform rule closed April 29. Several biofuel trade groups filed comments in support of E15, but expressed opposition to the agency's proposed RIN market reforms.
The comment period on U.S. EPA's E15/RIN market reform rule closed April 29. Several biofuel trade groups filed comments in support of E15, but expressed opposition to the agency's proposed RIN market reforms.
The United States exported 112,000 barrels per day (b/d) of fuel ethanol in 2018, surpassing the record high of 91,000 b/d set in 2017. At the same time, U.S. imports of fuel ethanol decreased about 30 percent in 2018 to less than 4,000 b/d.
The U.S. EPA has denied two requests to extend the comment period for its proposed E15/RIN market reform rule. The agency said “extending the comment period would hinder the agency's ability to make a decision in a timely manner.�
Covanta Holding Corp. has shut down an energy-from-waste (EfW) plant in New Jersey, and announced plans to sell two other EfW facilities. The company also reached financial close on its U.K-based Rookery EfW project in late March.
At a carbon intensity level equal to or even less than electric vehicle power, FortisBC's RNG has been approved by the Ministry of Energy, Mines and Petroleum Resources for inclusion within the province's low carbon fuel standard.
The U.S. EPA has denied two requests to extend the comment period for its proposed E15/RIN market reform rule. The agency said “extending the comment period would hinder the agency's ability to make a decision in a timely manner.�
Valero Energy Corp. released first quarter 2019 financial results April 25, reporting significantly reduced income for its ethanol segment. The quarterly report was also the company's first to address its newly established renewable diesel segment.
The Canadian government recently awarded more than $4 million to two projects that aim to create value from forest products. One project focuses on the production of RNG, while the other aims to improve the competitiveness of Indigenous businesses.
Archer Daniels Midland Co. has announced plans to create a new ethanol subsidiary that will include the company's three dry mill ethanol plants, located in Columbus, Nebraska; Cedar Rapids, Iowa; and Peoria, Illinois.
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