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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
The USDA on Nov. 14 awarded $256.56 million in loans and grants to more than 1,100 clean energy projects under the Renewable Energy for America Program. A portion of that funding will support biogas and renewable natural gas (RNG) projects.
Topsoe has signed an agreement with Refinaria de Petróleo Riograndense SA to provide its HydroFlex and H2bridge technologies for SAF and renewable diesel production at Riograndense’s Rio Grande renewable fuels plant in Brazil.
The U.S. Energy Information Administration maintained its 2024 and 2025 forecasts for the production of biodiesel, renewable diesel and other biofuels, including SAF, in its latest Short-Term Energy Outlook, released Nov. 13.
Drax Group and Smart Green Shipping are partnering on a groundbreaking project, to develop and use innovative wind-assisted “FastRig” technology, which will be used to help decarbonize the shipping sector.
Drax Group plc on Nov. 12 reported its pellet production business is performing well on increased production and improved margins. The company is also working to develop new market opportunities for pellets, including SAF feedstock.
Neste and Air Canada have signed an agreement for the supply of 60,000 metric of neat Neste MY Sustainable Aviation Fuel. Neste will deliver the SAF, blended with conventional jet fuel, to the Vancouver marine terminal starting in December 2024.
NATSO, representing truck stops and travel centers, and SIGMA: America’s Leading Fuel Marketers, on Nov. 8 urged Congress to take action during the Lame Duck session to extend the $1 per gallon biodiesel blenders’ tax credit.
Neste on Nov. 8 announced its Rotterdam refinery has been shut down due to a fire. The fire has been extinguished and did not cause any injuries. Production will be down for several weeks, impacting renewable diesel customer deliveries.
Calumet Inc. on Nov. 8 released third quarter financial results and outlined plans for the development of Montana Renewables’ MaxSAF initiative, which will be supported by a U.S. Department of Energy loan guarantee.
Gevo Inc. released Q3 financial results on Nov. 7, discussing the impact of the conditional commitment for its DOE loan guarantee and confirming the company’s acquisition of Red Trail Energy remains on track to close in early 2025.
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