CO2 Utilization: Biofuel from the Stack

Because CO2 is a fully oxidized molecule without energy, large amounts of electricity are needed to upgrade the molecule. / PHOTO: STOCK

July 18, 2023

BY Katie Schroeder

Conestoga to host SAFFiRE cellulosic ethanol pilot plant

By SAFFiRE Renewables LLC

November 28, 2023

Cellulosic/Advanced Business Sustainable Aviation Fuels Feedstocks Production

Conestoga Energy and SAFFiRE Renewables LLC announced on Nov. 16 their agreement for Conestoga to host SAFFiRE’s cellulosic ethanol pilot plant at Conestoga’s Arkalon Energy ethanol facility in Liberal, Kansas.

By Erin Voegele

November 28, 2023

Operations Policy Business Sustainable Aviation Fuels Cellulosic/Advanced Production

Nearly 1.95 billion RINs were generated under the RFS in September, up from 1.73 billion generated during the same month of 2022, according to data released by the U.S. EPA. Total RIN generation for the first nine months of 2023 was at 17.41 billion.

By BBI International

November 28, 2023

Carbon Capture Business

Carbon Capture Magazine has announced that Tom Buis, CEO at American Carbon Alliance, will keynote the general session panel of the National Carbon Capture Conference & Expo. The event takes place Nov. 7-8 in Des Moines, Iowa.

By Erin Voegele

October 26, 2023

Business Cellulosic/Advanced

Novozymes on Oct. 26 reported that Q3 sales for its bioenergy segment were up 21 percent when compared to the same quarter of last year. Bioenergy sales for the first nine months of 2023 were up 25 percent when compared to the same period of 2022.

By University of Alberta

October 13, 2023

Coproducts

A University of Alberta researcher has developed better ways to convert carbon dioxide, a harmful greenhouse gas, and glycerol, a leftover of biodiesel production, into value-added materials with wide-ranging uses including liquid hydrogen storage.

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North American SAF Conference & Expo

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SAINT PAUL RIVERCENTRE | SAINT PAUL,MINNESOTA

The North American SAF Conference & Expo, produced by SAF Magazine, in collaboration with the Commercial Aviation Alternative Fuels Initiative (CAAFI) will showcase the latest strategies for aviation fuel decarbonization, solutions for key industry challenges, and highlight the current opportunities for airlines, corporations and fuel producers. The North American SAF Conference & Expo is designed to promote the development and adoption of practical solutions to produce SAF and decarbonize the aviation sector. Exhibitors will connect with attendees and showcase the latest technologies and services currently offered within the industry. During two days of live sessions, attendees will learn from industry experts and gain knowledge to become better informed to guide business decisions as the SAF industry continues to expand.View More