Biodiesel Week

Methes Energies intro's PP-MEC catalyst, inks manufacturing deal Methes Energies introduced its new biodiesel pretreatment process centered on a noncorrosive liquid catalyst it calls PP-MEC during an Aug. 28 Biodiesel Magazine webinar. The firm has inked a deal with Dorf Ketal to manufacture the new catalyst. READ MORE SHARE
Benefuel, Felda JV to retrofit 75 MMgy Malaysian biodiesel plant New ownership and biodiesel process technology are planned for a 75 MMgy plant in Kuantan Port, Malaysia. Benefuel Int'l Holdings and a Felda Global Ventures subsidiary agreed to purchase the plant and retrofit it with Benefuel's Ensel technology. READ MORE SHARE
	Biodiesel educator honored with Presidential Award While the biodiesel industry has recognized Darrin Peters of Rockwood Summit High School in Fenton, Mo., before, this time the recognition came from the president's desk. He was recognized for his biodiesel-related work inside and outside the class. READ MORE SHARE
Legal Liabilities for Sale, Shipment of Off-Spec Biodiesel There are several steps that producers can take in order to avoid issues related to off-spec fuel and, once a problem has been identified, there are important measures that must be followed to successfully resolve the problem. READ MORE SHARE
Fight Continues Through Frustrating RFS Uncertainty As the leaves begin to turn, the biodiesel industry still waits for the 2014 final RFS rule. The National Biodiesel Board continues to fight for an increase in biodiesel volumes while simultaneously urging Congress to reinstate the tax credit. READ MORE SHARE
IEA releases mid-term forecast for biofuels, renewable energy The International Energy Agency has released its third annual Medium-Term Renewable Energy Market Report. The forecast for biodiesel has actually been increased slightly, with 2020 production expected at 33 billion liters (8.7 billion gallons). READ MORE SHARE