Using technology developed by researchers working with ORNL’s Center for Bioenergy and Dartmouth College, Terragia Biofuel is targeting commercial biofuel production, including ethanol, from lignocellulose.
Invizyne Technologies Inc., a leading designer of cell-free, enzyme-based biomanufacturing systems, has announced it was awarded a $2 million project to enable enzyme production for cell-free biomanufacturing of SAF.
Simply Blue Group has collaborated with the Assembly of Nova Scotia Mi’kmaw Chiefs to establish a path forward focused on sustainable development of the company’s SAF project under development in Goldboro, Nova Scotia.
DTE Vantage commissioned a new renewable natural gas (RNG) project this month in conjunction with the City of Dayton Water Reclamation Facility, which treats residential and industrial wastewater from Dayton and neighboring communities.
HSBC Hong Kong, Cathay Pacific and EcoCeres are launching a significant initiative to support the use of SAF in Hong Kong. HSBC Hong Kong is purchasing 3,400 metric tons of SAF produced by EcoCeres, which will be used in Cathay Pacific flights.
Nearly 2.16 billion RINs were generated under the RFS in October, up from 2.13 billion generated during the same month of last year. Total RIN generation for the first 10 months of 2024 reached 20.85 billion.
The U.S. EPA on Nov. 21 released updated small refinery exemption (SRE) data, reporting that one new SRE petition has been filed under the RFS in the past month. According to EPA, 130 SRE petitions are currently pending.
Growth Energy and Clean Fuels Alliance America have filed a new opening brief with the U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit challenging the U.S. EPA’s failure to fully account for SREs when issuing RFS RVOs.
Vision RNG LLC has signed a 20-year renewable natural gas (RNG) agreement with L.P. Gill Inc., a subsidiary of Waste Connections Inc. for a project located Jackson, Nebraska. The project is expected to be operational in 2027.
The first tanker of sustainably produced bioacetone and biobutanol has been dispatched from Celtic Renewables’ flagship Biorefinery in Grangemouth, Scotland, marking a major milestone for the world’s shift to green chemicals.
Clean Fuels Alliance America members have elected new governing board members. The new leadership reflects the interests of both large and small companies, biodiesel and renewable diesel producers, as well as soybean growers and renderers.
On Nov. 20, Senator Jerry Moran, R-Kan., visited a meeting of the Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) Coalition, where he discussed the need for greater legislative efforts to support the production and deployment of SAF in the 119th Congress.
U.S. manufacturers produced approximately 930,000 tons of densified biomass fuels in August, according to the November edition of the U.S. Energy Information Administration’s Monthly Densified Biomass Fuels Report.
Methane from dairy cow manure is becoming sustainable renewable natural gas (RNG) at a new DTE Vantage facility that recently began operations in Scipio Center, New York. The project is a collaboration with Sunnyside Farm
Neste and PCS Pte. Ltd. have launched a cooperation for the supply of renewable solutions to Southeast Asia’s chemicals industry. Neste will supply PCS with Neste RE, a renewable material for the production of chemicals and plastics.
The U.S. Industrial Pellet Association has announced significant leadership changes to its board of directors, appointing Thomas Reilley as chair and welcoming Brandi Colander as a new board member.
The DOE, USDA and FAA on Nov. 20 released a new implementation framework that identifies key opportunities to increase biofuel production to deliver economic opportunities and healthier communities to rural and agricultural areas across America.
Sen. Debbie Stabenow, D-Mich., chairwoman on the Senate Agriculture, Nutrition and Forestry Committee, on Nov. 18 introduced the Rural Prosperity and Food Act, which is the Senate’s version of the upcoming Farm Bill.
Rep. Randy Feenstra, R-Iowa, and five of his colleagues on the U.S. House Ways and Means Committee on Nov. 18 announced they are seeking additional information from relevant stakeholders on biofuel tax policy. Reponses must be submitted by Dec. 13.
The Biden-Harris administration released a new report, Building a Vibrant Domestic Biomanufacturing Ecosystem, to advance biotechnology and biomanufacturing as part of a broader national bioeconomy implementation plan.
Corteva Inc. has announced plans to form a joint venture with bp focused on feedstock production for SAF. The company plans to grow proprietary Corteva mustard seed, sunflower and canola feedstocks well-suited for SAF production.
The IRS has issued proposed regulations to implement the energy efficient home improvement credit, as modified by the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022, including provisions of the Section 25 tax credit pertaining to wood stoves.
Aemetis Inc. on Nov. 12 released Q3 financial results, reporting increased revenue for its California ethanol, India biodiesel and dairy RNG business segments. Development also continues on the company’s SAF and CCS projects.
Novilla Investment Holdings LLC, through its wholly owned subsidiary, Buckhorn RNG LLC, announced on Nov. 9 that it has begun operations at its renewable natural gas (RNG) facility at Lynn Brothers Dairy in Unity, Wisconsin.
NewEnergyBlue and Finland-based MetGen on Nov. 18 began integrating their renewable technologies and business units to vigorously compete with fossil-carbon products not just environmentally but economically.
Anaergia Inc. announced on Nov. 11 that its subsidiary, Anaergia Services LLC has entered into a long-term operations and maintenance (O&M) contract with Rialto Bioenergy Solutions LLC, an affiliate of Sevana Bioenergy LLC.
The American Biogas Council on Nov. 15 issued a statement congratulating Sen. John Thune, R-S.D., on his election as the next Senate Majority Leader, noting he has long advocated on behalf of the U.S. biogas industry.
NY Waterway, which operates the largest ferry fleet between New Jersey and New York, has completed its trial of renewable diesel fuel and is moving forward with efforts to transition a significant portion of its fuel usage to the renewable fuel.
Sora Fuel, a venture-backed startup that produces SAF using only water, air, and renewable energy, and Emerging Fuels Technology Inc., a leader in converting renewable feedstocks into SAF, have signed a technology cooperation agreement.
DOE announces $20.2 million in projects to advance development of mixed algae for biofuels and bioproducts
By U.S. Department of Energy
November 15, 2024
The U.S. Department of Energy on Nov. 14 announced $20.2 million in funding for 10 university and industry projects spanning seven states to advance mixed algae development for low-carbon biofuels and bioproducts.
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