The U.S. EPA on July 18 released updated small refinery exemption (SRE) data, reporting that seven new SRE petitions have been filed under the RFS during the past month. A total of 46 SRE petitions are now pending.
U.S. farm groups are urging the Biden administration to maximize the benefits of the 45Z clean fuels production tax credit by ensuring only fuels made using domestically produced feedstocks are eligible and improving climate-smart ag provisions.
This year marks the 50th anniversary of Drax Power Station beginning to generate power and to celebrate this occasion the owners of the new ship, Ultrabulk, invited Drax to name their latest vessel.
Benson Hill Inc., a seed innovation company, on July 16 shared further advancements in its innovation pipeline to deliver advantaged traits for end users in larger soy markets, including animal feed, soybean oil, and biofuels.
Maine Gov. Janet Mills on July 2 announced the award of a $100,000 grant to the Maine Pellet Fuels Association. The funding will support efforts to expand domestic markets for wood pellet fuel manufactured within the state.
King Charles announced that the U.K. Parliament will soon introduce a bill to support the production of SAF via a revenue support mechanism during his July 17 speech that formally opened a new session of the British Parliament.
Chesapeake Utilities Corp. on July 16 announced that its subsidiary, Peninsula Pipeline Co., received approval from the Florida Public Service Commission for three projects that expand RNG infrastructure.
On July 17, Clean Fuels Alliance America delivered a formal notice of intent to sue the U.S. EPA for its failure to issue timely 2026 Renewable Fuel Standards. EPA is required to finalize volumes 14 months before the start of the compliance year.
Production capacity of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) in the U.S. could increase from around 2,000 barrels per day (b/d) to nearly 30,000 b/d in 2024 if all announced capacity additions come on line.
The European Commission on July 2 approved, under EU State Aid rules, Sweden’s plans to provide up to EUR 3 billion in subsidies to support carbon capture and storage (CCS) projects focused on biogenic CO2.
ADM and South Korea-based LG Chem on July 12 announced they will not move forward with the development of previously announced joint venture projects to produce lactic acid and polylactic acid (PLA), citing skyrocketing construction costs.
American Airlines consumed 2.7 million gallons of SAF in 2023, according to its 2023 Sustainability Report. While that volume of SAF use was up 4% when compared to 2022, it accounted for less than 1% of total fuel use during the year.
Working Toward A Common Goal
By Lisa Gibson
July 16, 2024
A new drum dryer safety initiative led by the Wood Pellet Association of Canada breaks down silos among industries and sectors, bringing together key insight to develop best practices.
An RNG producer and distributor is helping decarbonize heavy-duty engines with low-carbon-intensity fuel
The Canadian government on June 28 released proposed regulations to require landfills to control methane emissions and ensure landfill gas-recovery systems capture as much methane as possible. A public comment period is open through Aug. 28.
Renewable diesel margins could experience a modest increase this fall, according to CoBank’s latest Quarterly Research Report. If realized, that boost to margins could mitigate softening demand for soybean oil in the biofuel market.
Revelyst on July 10 announced the sale of the assets of Fiber Energy Products, the company’s wood pellet manufacturer, to Lignetics, Inc. Fiber Energy began producing 100 percent all-natural wood pellet fuel in 2006.
DOE: AlgaePrize finalist teams make great strides in projects to unlock algal energy
By U.S. Department of Energy
July 16, 2024
The student teams selected as finalists for AlgaePrize 2023–2025 are working to turn research proposals into results. The teams are making great strides in 15 unique projects that aim to unlock algal energy from a variety of angles.
Gevo Inc. announced on July 15 that its renewable natural gas (RNG) business achieved an annualized production rate of approximately 402,000 MMBtu in May, exceeding the previous record, which was set in March.
RNG a Biomass Bright Spot
By Anna Simet
July 15, 2024
Editor's note from Biomass Magazine, Issue 3.
The USDA maintained its forecast for 2024-’25 soybean oil use in biofuel production in its latest WASDE report, released July 12. The outlook for soybean production was lowered, but the forecast for soybean oil prices was unchanged.
Beyond the Golden State: Expanding California’s RNG Progress Across North America
By Sam Wade
July 12, 2024
The story of RNG in California is more than a success; it’s a clarion call for action across the United States.
Wood pellet consumption in the EU fell by 1.2% last year despite increased production, according to a report filed with the USDA FAS Global Agricultural Information Network. EU wood pellet demand and production are both expected to increase in 2024.
Reps. Ashley Hinson, R-Iowa, and Angie Craig, D-Minn., and 35 of their colleagues on July 10 sent a letter to U.S. EPA Administrator Michael Regan urging the agency to set 2026 RFS RVOs that accurately reflect growth in biobased-diesel production.
The U.S. DOE Bioenergy Technologies Office has released a RFI on renewable propane production technologies and uses to better understand the supply chains for production and uses of renewable propane and other renewable gaseous intermediates.
IATA: South Africa has vast potential for SAF production
By International Air Transport Association
July 11, 2024
The International Air Transport Association has called on South Africa to mobilize its experience, resources, and infrastructure to accelerate the development of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) production.
Waga Energy has signed an inaugural €100 million corporate syndicated loan with a consortium of five banking groups. The loan will allow the company to accelerate the development of RNG projects in the U.S.
The Nonenergy Benefits of the Biomass Industry
By Julee Malinowski-Ball
July 11, 2024
Biomass energy represents a vital tool to address waste management, stabilize the grid, reduce pollution and facilitate sustainable forest management.
Japan-based Renova Inc. on July 8 announced that startup of its 75-megawatt (MW) Omaezakikou Biomass Power Plant will face additional delays. The facility is now expected to begin operations in October.
The Alliance for Green Heat on June 28 released the results of a survey of pellet stove owners it launched earlier this year, reporting that the overwhelming majority respondents are very happy with the performance of their pellet stoves.
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