A judge rules that the Urban Air Initiative should have access to more EPA documents discussing test fuels. The D.C Federal Judge made the ruling in regards to a Freedom of Information Request (FOIA) Urban Air filed.
Growth Energy CEO Emily Skor is speaking out regarding emerging media reports of an effort by oil refiner Valero to encourage the U.S. EPA to attach renewable identification numbers (RINs) to exported biofuel, primarily corn-based ethanol.
Jamey Cline, business development director for Christianson PLLP, spoke about the immediate future of grant opportunities during the final panel of the Biofuels Financial Conference Sept. 28 in Minneapolis.
On Sept. 26, Sen. Chuck Grassley, R-Iowa, delivered a floor speech to the U.S. Senate expressing his disappointment in action taken by the U.S. EPA that could reduce 2018 and 2019 renewable volume requirements under the Renewable Fuel Standard.
Geoff Cooper, senior vice president of the Renewable Fuels Association discussed market trends and their effects on biofuels policies at the Biofuels Financial Conference Sept. 27 in Minneapolis, noting its tough to predict the future.
New Zealand's got milk—record amounts of milk production—and the country's dairy industry is feeding triple the amount of U.S. distillers dried grains with solubles (DDGS) year-over-year.
The U.S. EPA has published a NODA concerning potential reductions in RVOs for 2018 and 2019 under the RFS. The reductions primarily concern RVOs for biomass-based diesel, but could result in corresponding reductions in advanced and total biofuels.
During a U.S. Department of Agriculture trade mission to Brazil Sept. 25-29, leaders from 24 U.S. agribusinesses and trade organizations will explore opportunities to expand their agricultural exports and further develop their business relationships.
On Sept. 22, the U.S. Department of Transportation's Bureau of Transportation Statistics released new data on the fleet composition of rail tank cars in 2013-2016 that transport flammable liquids, including ethanol.
The U.S. EPA has released renewable identification number (RIN) generation data for August, reporting that nearly 1.76 billion RINs were generated during the month, including nearly 20.4 million cellulosic RINs.
An enzyme discovered at the U.S. Department of Energy's National Renewable Energy Laboratory proves adept at breaking down cellulose fibers regardless of whether their crystalline structure is simple or highly complex.
The U.K. Department for Transport has published proposals that aim to increase the amount of renewable fuel in the transportation energy mix and make several other changes to the Renewable Transport Fuel Obligation.
U.S. Secretary of Energy Rick Perry recently announced that the U.S. Department of Energy has selected eight projects to negotiate for up to $15 million in total DOE funding to optimize integrated biorefineries.
The U.S. Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition and Forestry held a hearing on the nomination of Stephen Censky at deputy secretary of agriculture and Ted McKinney as under secretary of agriculture for trade and foreign agricultural affairs.
Canada's ethanol mandate has played a key role in reducing the carbon intensity in gasoline. Maintaining renewable fuel standards can be an integral part of Canada's transition to a low-carbon future, according to the Conference Board of Canada.
A bipartisan group of senators, led by Sen. Chuck Grassley, R-Iowa, is calling on U.S. Trade Representative Robert Lighthizer to work with the Brazilian government to end a recently reinstated tariff on ethanol imports.
On Sept. 7, Sen. Al Franken, D-Minn., introduced a package of legislation he hopes will serve as the basis for a new energy section of the next Farm Bill. The legislation increases investments in popular energy programs.
The American Coalition for Ethanol Senior Vice President Ron Lamberty hosted a webinar Sept. 12 that covered the organization's market development work and highlighted legislative and policy priorities.
The American Coalition for Ethanol is reminding retailers they can resume offering E15 to drivers of all gasoline-powered 2001 and newer passenger vehicles after the low-Reid vapor pressure (RVP) season ends Sept. 15.
In a typical September, the U.S. EPA's onerous summer restriction on selling E15 would end this weekend. But with Hurricanes Harvey and Irma wreaking havoc on the nation's fuel market, this September has been anything but typical.
The U.S. Department of Energy announced $19.7 million in funding to help businesses move promising energy technologies from the DOE's national laboratories to the marketplace. Several bioenergy projects were among those that received funding.
The California Air Resources Board has announced plans to hold a public workshop to discuss proposed amendments to the Low Carbon Fuel Standard on Sept. 22. Members of the public can participate in the event via webcast or teleconference.
Edeniq Inc. recently submitted comments to the California Air Resources Board supporting final approval of Little Sioux Corn Processors' application under California's Low Carbon Fuel Standard for a pathway for cellulosic ethanol.
The U.S. Energy Information Administration has increased its 2017 and 2018 ethanol production forecasts. The U.S. is now expected to produce 1.03 million barrels of ethanol per day this year, increasing to 1.04 million barrels per day next year.
Growth Energy is holding its annual advocacy conference in Washington, D.C., this week, bringing together over 150 leaders in the ethanol industry from across the country to champion the association's policy priorities on Capitol Hill.
The U.S. Grains Council arranged for a group of Mexico-based energy and economy media members to travel to Denver and Chicago in August to learn about U.S. ethanol production, integration in the agricultural economy, and regulations and standards.
Growth Energy, the Renewable Fuels Association, and the U.S. Grains Council are calling upon the U.S. government to develop an immediate response to Brazil's newly implemented tariffs on U.S. ethanol imports.
Growth Energy, the American Coalition for Ethanol and the Renewable Fuels Association recently testified at at hearing held by the U.S. EPA to reconsider greenhouse gas emissions standards for model year 2022-2025 light-duty vehicles.
The U.S. Grains Council is helping capture Canadian demand for quality feed ingredients by working with livestock producers one-on-one to demonstrate the continued advantages of U.S. distillers dried grains with solubles (DDGS).
President Donald Trump has announced his nominations for three USDA posts, including the nomination of Iowa Secretary of Agriculture Bill Northey to serve as under secretary for farm production and conservation.
Advertisement
@ Copyright 2026 - BBI International - All rights reserved.