NREL: Regional analysis can help accelerate deployment of SAF
By National Renewable Energy Laboratory
March 17, 2023
Reserachers at the U.S. Department of Energy's National Renewable Energy Laboratory are evaluating the regional variables associated with deploying sustainable aviation fuel (SAF), including a case study of Chicago O'Hare International Airport.
The U.S. DOE has announced $590 million to renew its four existing Bioenergy Research Centers. This funding will help support the DOE's research into the next generation of sustainable, cost-effective bioproducts and bioenergy.
Air Greenland signs SAF deal with DCC & Shell Aviation Denmark
By Air Greenland
March 16, 2023
With a historic agreement on aviation fuel made from bio-waste, Air Greenland is taking a major step in the company's ambition to fly more sustainably and at the same time become an international leader.
Strategic Biofuels files application for Class VI injection well
By Strategic Biofuels
March 16, 2023
Strategic Biofuels on March 16 announced it has filed a Class VI carbon sequestration well permit application with the U.S. EPA and the Louisiana Department of Natural Resources as part of its Louisiana Green Fuels project.
The U.S. EPA on March 16 released updated data showing that one small refinery exemption (SRE) petition has been filed under the RFS over the past month. A total of 25 SRE petitions are now pending, up from 24 that were pending as of mid-February.
EPA: 1.72 billion RINs generated in February
March 16, 2023
The U.S. EPA on March 16 released data showing that nearly 1.72 billion renewable identification number (RINs) were generated under the Renewable Fuel Standard in February, up from 1.54 billion generated during the same month of 2022.
Corteva, Bunge, Chevron partner on winter canola production
By Corteva Inc.
March 15, 2023
Corteva Inc., Bunge and Chevron U.S.A. Inc. have announced commercial collaboration to introduce proprietary winter canola hybrids that produce plant-based oil with a lower carbon profile for use as biofuel feedstock.
Calumet has announced the renewable diesel unit at its Montana Renewables biorefinery operated well during Q4. Additional renewable hydrogen production capacity, a feedstock pretreatment unit and SAF capacity will be opertional soon.
JetBlue, Shell Aviation bring new supply of SAF to LAX
By JetBlue
March 14, 2023
JetBlue and Shell Aviation on March 14 announced a new collaboration bringing additional supply of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), targeting commencement of delivery in the first half of 2023.
Tidewater Renewables Ltd. released Q4 results on March 9, reporting that its renewable diesel project collocated with its Prince George refinery in British Columbia is 90 complete and expected to begin commissioning late in the first quarter.
Viridos raises $25 million for algae-based biofuels
By Viridos Inc.
March 13, 2023
Viridos Inc., an algae biofuel company focused on algae-based jet and diesel fuel, has raised a $25 million Series A equity investment led by Breakthrough Energy Ventures (BEV) and joined by Chevron U.S.A. Inc. and United Airlines Ventures.
Aemetis Inc. released Q4 results on March 9, reporting full year revenues were up 21 percent when compared to 2021. During an earnings call, company officials discussed ongoing projects related to ethanol, RNG and SAF production.
Legislation currently pending in Minnesota aims to establish a clean transportation standard that would require the state's transportation fuels to achieve 100 percent reduction in carbon intensity (CI) by 2050.
Gevo Inc. released Q4 results on March 9, confirming that the company's Net Zero 1 project in South Dakota remains on schedule for startup in 2025. Gevo said its RNG project continues to ramp up operations, while its Minnesota biorefinery is idle.
Assets of Canadian biogas plant to be sold via auction March 21
By TCL Asset Group Inc.
March 09, 2023
The assets of Cedar Road Bioenergy Inc., located in Nanaimo on Vancouver Island, British Columbia, are being offered for sale via an online auction that ends March 21. The landfil gas-to-energy facility opened in 2009 and opeated through 2020.
Vertimass launches series C fundraising
By Vertimass
March 09, 2023
Vertimass has launched a Series C investment opportunity with the goal of establishing a commercialization platform for its breakthrough biofuel technology for the production of jet, diesel, gasoline, and LPG fuels from biomass.
Strategic Biofuels invited to apply for DOE loan guarantee
By Strategic Biofuels
March 09, 2023
Strategic Biofuels has been invited by the U.S. Department of Energy's Loan Programs Office (LPO) to submit a Part II application for a proposed $1.6 billion loan guarantee under the Title XVII Innovative Clean Energy Loan Guarantee Program.
The USDA on March 8 kicked off the inaugural National Biobased Products Day and highlighted the accomplishments of people and organizations working to improve sustainability within the federal government.
On the inaugural National Biobased Products Day, the Agriculture Energy Coalition released a letter to Senate and House Agriculture Committee leaders urging them to preserve funding for Farm Bill energy title programs.
Air bp sells first ISCC EU SAF produced at Castellon refinery
By Air bp
March 08, 2023
Air bp, the international aviation fuel products and service supplier, has announced the first sale of International Sustainability and Carbon Certification (ISCC) EU SAF from bp's Castellon refinery in Spain.
Marathon acquires 49.9% interest in emerging RNG producer
By Marathon Petroleum Corp.
March 08, 2023
Marathon Petroleum Corp. on March 8 announced it has acquired a 49.9 percent interest in LF Bioenergy, an emerging producer of renewable natural gas (RNG) in the U.S., from Cresta Fund Management for $50 million.
The USDA maintained its forecast for 2022-'23 soybean oil use in biofuel production in its latest WASDE report, released March 8. The agency also slightly reduced its outlook for season-average soybean oil prices.
United launches consumer education campaign on SAF
By United Airlines
March 07, 2023
United Airlines on March 2 named Sesame Street's Oscar the Grouch as its first chief trash officer as part of a new consumer education campaign designed to promote the expected benefit of using sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) more broadly.
Vertex Energy on Feb. 28 confirmed that the renewable diesel conversion project at its refinery in Mobile, Alabama, is on track to be mechanically complete in late March, with initial production volumes expected in April.
The Washington State Senate on March 1 voted 46 to 2 in favor of a bill that aims to encourage the manufacture and purchase of SAF though tax incentives. The bill also directs WSU to convene a workgroup to further development of alternative jet fuel.
Gevo finalizes agreement with Zero6 Energy for hydrogen project
By Gevo Inc.
March 06, 2023
Gevo Inc. has finalized a hydrogen development services agreement with Zero6 Energy (formerly Juhl Energy) for the development of a 20-MW hydrogen production facility in Lake Preston, South Dakota, using Cummins Inc. electrolyzer technology.
Parkland Corp., a Canada-based independent supplier and marketer of fuel and petroleum products, on March 2 announced it will not move forward with previously announced plans to develop a renewable diesel project in British Columbia.
Neste considers establishing an algae pilot facility in Spain
By Neste Corp.
March 03, 2023
Neste is considering the establishment of an algae pilot production facility in Spain to further strengthen the growth of its global raw material pool. The project is currently in the planning phase with no final investment decision made yet.
Neste helps reduce GHG emissions globally by 11.1M tons in 2022
By Neste Corp.
March 03, 2023
In 2022, Neste's renewable solutions helped customers reduce their GHG emissions globally by 11.1 million tons altogether. This amount equals the annual carbon footprint of the removal of 4 million passenger cars from the roads for a full year.
Cooking oil helps power Heathrow's green revolution
By Heathrow
March 03, 2023
Greener, cleaner jet fuel has become a hot commodity at Heathrow as the airport embarks on the second year of its sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) incentive scheme, which aims to cover up to 50 percent of the extra cost associated with SAF use.
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