The first debate between President Barack Obama and former Gov. Mitt Romney, R-Mass., didn't contain the words ethanol or renewable energy. Both candidates did, however, address energy, and in Romney's case, green energy or green jobs.
The first debate between President Barack Obama and former Gov. Mitt Romney, R-Mass., didn't contain the words ethanol, biofuels or even renewable energy. Both candidates did, however, address energy, and in Romney's case, green energy or green jobs.
University of Nevada-Reno researchers are leading an effort to identify the gene pathways responsible for the great water efficiency in desert plants, and transfer that to poplar trees being developed for biofuels.
California Pushes for Waste-to-Energy, While Europe Looks to Drastically Alter the RED
October 04, 2012
In California, Los Angeles County is taking action to support the development of technologies to convert landfill waste into biofuels and biopower. The county's Board of Supervisors voted to advocate for waste-to-biofuel and waste-to-energy projects.
In California, Los Angeles County is taking action to support the development of technologies to convert landfill waste into biofuels and biopower. The county's Board of Supervisors voted to advocate for waste-to-biofuel and waste-to-energy projects.
Abengoa Bioenergy of Illinois LLC, an 88 MMgy corn ethanol plant in Madison, Ill., is being temporarily idled for maintenance. Chris Standlee, executive vice president for Abengoa Bioenergy, said that he doesn't expect the shutdown to be long term.
Lux Research has released its list of top 10 innovative companies profiled during the third quarter of 2012. The list includes cellulosic sugar manufacturer Sweetwater Energy Inc. The top 10 companies were selected from 370 companies.
Lux Research has released its list of top 10 innovative companies profiled during the third quarter of 2012. The list includes cellulosic sugar manufacturer Sweetwater Energy Inc. The top 10 companies were selected from 370 companies.
The European Biogas Association and the Renewable Energy Association have weighed in on the European Commission's plans to alter its biofuel policy. In September, a commission proposal was leaked, noting the E.U. plans to cap crop-based biofuels.
A drought tolerant grass fed to cattle in the tropics is being studied as a possible cellulosic ethanol feedstock in southern states, with encouraging results. The research is ongoing as part of a search for alternative biofuel feedstocks.
The largest biomass-based combined-heat-and-power (CHP) facility in France is now operating. Located in at papermaker Smurfit Kappa Group LLC's Biganos-Facture production facility, the 69 MW plant will take in 503,000 metric tons of woody biomass.
The Andersons Inc. recently announced it has signed a definitive agreement to purchase substantially all of the assets of Mt. Pulaski Products LLC. The transaction, which remains subject to certain conditions, is anticipated to close in late 2012.
Newlight Technologies LLC recently announced that it has been awarded a seventh patent, U.S. Patent 8,263,373, related to the conversion of greenhouse gases, such as waste methane and carbon dioxide, into biodegradable PHA plastics.
A total of 10 candidates for U.S. Senate or House of Representatives in Indiana, Iowa, Minnesota, Missouri, North Dakota and South Dakota responded to a two-question survey sent out by the American Coalition for Ethanol.
A new investment firm may make commercialization for cleantech and startup energy companies easier. Based out of New York City, Broadscale Group LLC will unite major energy and utility companies with startup firms that offer innovative technologies.
Estover Energy Ltd. has announced plans to develop two biomass-powered combined-heat-and-power (CHP) plants. One is planned for Aesica Pharmaceuticals near Cramlington, England, the other at the Stoneywood Paper Mill near Aberdeen, Scotland.
A study recently published by the Political Economy Research Institute at the University of Massachusetts, Amherst explores some of the economic impacts of establishing a low carbon fuel standard((LCFS) in Minnesota.
Oregon State University researchers have outlined the latest findings on reduced height growth in trees through genetic modification, concluding that several advantageous growth traits could be achieved for short-rotation forestry and bioenergy.
Oregon State University researchers have outlined the latest findings on reduced height growth in trees through genetic modification, concluding that several advantageous growth traits could be achieved for short-rotation forestry and bioenergy.
A program in California is offering residents of the San Geronimo Valley and Marin County rebates to remove and replace non-certified wood stoves with cleaner-burning equipment, such as U.S. EPA certified wood stoves or pellet stoves.
Global grain production to hit new record
October 01, 2012
The corn market jumped the limit on USDA's quarterly supplies report, which says U.S. corn stocks are their lowest since 2004. A day or two earlier, I saw a report saying global grain production is expected to reach a record high.
Neill McKinstray is the new chairman of the Renewable Fuels Association's board of directors. He is president of the ethanol group at The Andersons Inc. The RFA chose new officers at its annual membership meeting last week in Omaha, Neb.
NREL produces ethylene via photosynthesis
By National Renewable Energy Laboratory
September 28, 2012
Scientists at the U.S. DOE's National Renewable Energy Laboratory have demonstrated a better way to use photosynthesis to produce ethylene, a breakthrough that could change the way materials, chemicals, and transportation fuels are made.
For the second time in three months, Pacific Ethanol Inc. raised more than $10 million in a public offering of common stock. Both times, the company raised the amount in less than a week. The latest public stock offering was announced Sept. 20.
A research project at a demonstration plant in Sweden has concluded, successfully verifying an enzyme for use in the production of biofuels and bio-based chemicals.The enzyme is AlternaFuel CMAX, a trademarked product of Dyadic International Inc.
Scientists at the U.S. DOE's National Renewable Energy Laboratory have demonstrated a better way to use photosynthesis to produce ethylene, a breakthrough that could change the way materials, chemicals, and transportation fuels are made.
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