North Elba, New York, has selected BIOFerm Energy Systems/Viessmann Group as the anaerobic digester technology provider for a community organic diversion project expected to begin this year.
University of Illinois economists Scott Irwin, Darrell Good continue their analysis of the implications of the EPA's proposed RVO, this time through 2022.
The July issue of Ethanol Producer Magazine has a coproducts theme and contains stories about coproduct quality, new coproducts and the customer-driven interest in antibiotic-free distillers grains, writes Tom Bryan.
University of Illinois economists Scott Irwin, Darrell Good continue analysis of the implications of the EPA's proposed RVO, this time through 2022.
Gevo received has an endorsement for the use of its renewable isobutanol by the marine industry from the National Marine Manufacturers Association.
Advanced Biofuel Association President Michael McAdams discusses the U.S. EPA's renewable fuel standard renewable volume obligation proposal.
Green Plains subsidiary to provide ethanol and fuel storage, terminal and transportation services by owning, operating, developing and acquiring ethanol and fuel storage tanks, terminals and other assets.
Ring-Neck Energy and Feed clears two hurdles, getting voter approval for its challenged zoning permit and notice from EPA that the plant meets GHG reduction requirements.
Wastech has officially commenced operations of a landfill gas-to-energy plant at the Cache Creek Landfill in British Columbia, Canada, a disposal site that serves the Metro Vancouver area. Construction of the 4.8-MW project began in last summer.
First- and second-generation ethanol leaders discussed challenges, priorities and successes at the International Fuel Ethanol Workshop in Minneapolis.
ePURE, the European renewable ethanol association, has released its annual 2015 State of the Industry Report, which illustrates that although the industry has faced a difficult year, there are reasons to be optimistic the situation will improve.
Growth of aquaculture operations meant to help meet customer demand from the 1 billion people who rely on fish as their primary protein source is also encouraging diversification of feed ingredients, including distillers dried grains with solubles.
Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack has announced the release of a new report that shows the U.S. biobased industry is generating substantial economic activity and American jobs. It builds on the "Why Biobased?" report released by the USDA in October.
Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack has announced the release of a new report that shows the U.S. biobased industry is generating substantial economic activity and American jobs. It builds on the "Why Biobased?" report released by the USDA in October.
Genomatica announced progress in harnessing cellulosic biomass for commercial production of high-quality chemicals rather than just fuels. Genomatica's work sets the stage to increase the range of feedstock choices for making biobased chemicals.
On June 17, Fuels America hosted a press call during which farmers and representatives of the biofuel industry discussed how legislative changes to the renewable fuel standard would threaten America's security, consumers, climate and rural economy.
On June 17, Fuels America hosted a press call during which farmers and representatives of the biofuel industry discussed how legislative changes to the renewable fuel standard would threaten America's security, consumers, climate and rural economy.
On June 15, Capstone Turbine Corp. released its financial results for the fourth quarter and fiscal year ended March 31, reporting three, big headwinds contributed to a challenging year, but the company is moving forward.
Many so-called "experts" fail to account for the contributions of ethanol or, in many cases, simply ignore those contributions in order to make their point, writes Mike Bryan. I guess ignoring can be as blissful as ignorance.
On June 16, the European Commission published a progress report on 2020 renewable energy targets, reporting that the EU is on track to meets its 20 percent renewable energy targets. Biomass accounted for 47 percent of renewables in the EU last year.
Gevo Inc. has received a key endorsement for the use of its renewable isobutanol by the marine industry, following support and recommendation for the use of isobutanol by the National Marine Manufacturers Association as an alternative to ethanol.
The government of Queensland, Australia, has announced plans to implement a 2 percent ethanol mandate, beginning in July 2016. A similar mandate is planned for biodiesel, however an exact percentage has not been proposed.
The Department of Energy has announced several new and expanding initiatives as part of the administration's Clean Energy Investment Summit, including the launch of a Clean Energy Impact Investment Center.
The USDA's Office of Procurement and Property Management has published final rules in the Federal Register amending regulations for the voluntary labeling program for biobased products and the designation of biobased products for federal procurement.
The Department of Energy has announced several new and expanding initiatives as part of the administration's Clean Energy Investment Summit, including the launch of a Clean Energy Impact Investment Center.
While biofuels have proven to be an effective, renewable, low-carbon alternative to gas and diesel, jet fuels pose unique challenges. These challenges have now been met with a technique developed by researchers at the Energy Biosciences Institute.
Iowa delegation calls on EPA to hold hearing on RFS in Iowa
By Sen. Chuck Grassley’s office
June 16, 2015
The entire Iowa delegation, led by Rep. David Young, R-Iowa, on June 15 pressed the U.S. EPA to host a public hearing in Iowa on the proposed renewable fuel standard (RFS) renewable volume obligations (RVOs).
Unbiased Reporting Does Exist
June 16, 2015
Executive Editor Tim Portz celebrates a rare bit of balanced industry observation recently published by E&E Publishing.
A recent survey of more than 2,000 U.S. consumers shows 62 percent support the RFS and only 18 percent opposed it. Despite all of the false rhetoric and fear tactics thrown at the American public, support remains high, writes Bob Dinneen of the RFS.
Pacific Ethanol Inc. and Aventine Renewable Energy Holdings Inc. announced their respective stockholders approved the proposed merger of the two companies at separate meetings held June 11. Completion of the merger is expected to be effective July 1.
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