Clean Energy announces financing to fund RNG growth
By Clean Energy Fuels Corp.
December 29, 2022
Clean Energy Fuels Corp. has entered into a four-year $150 million sustainability-linked senior secured term loan with Riverstone Credit Partners L.P., a credit investment platform focused on energy, power, decarbonization, and infrastructure.
Nippon Cargo Airlines to fuel flights with Neste's SAF
By Neste Corp.
December 29, 2022
Nippon Cargo Airlines has for the first time used Neste MY Sustainable Aviation Fuel for several cargo flights in November and December this year. The SAF is supplied by Neste at Amsterdam Airport Schiphol.
The White House OSTP is seeking relevant data and information, including case studies, to help identify regulatory ambiguities, gaps, or uncertainties in the Coordinated Framework for Regulation of Biotechnology.
The Biomass Power Association on Dec. 22 commended Congress for passing two bills, the NDAA and Omnibus Appropriations Bill, that recognize the benefits of biomass as a source of renewable electricity.
Treasury, IRS issues guidance on new SAF tax credit
By U.S. Treasury Department
December 27, 2022
The Treasury Department and Internal Revenue Service on Dec. 19 issued a notice regarding the sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) credit. The new credit was created by the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022.
Énergir, Nature Energy to develop RNG projects in Quebec
By Énergir
December 22, 2022
Énergir Development and Nature Energy are joining forces to co-develop biomethanization plants in Quebec. This partnership is the result of the companies' common desire to significantly increase the amount of RNG available in Quebec.
Study: Soybean oil for biofuels has limited impact on food prices
By United Soybean Board
December 22, 2022
The United Soybean Board has partnered with Purdue University on a Food and Fuel study to evaluate whether the increased use of soybean oil in biofuels has contributed to the rising retail prices of food products for consumers.
Rolls-Royce, Gulfstream fuel flight with 100% SAF
By Rolls-Royce
December 21, 2022
Rolls-Royce and Gulfstream Aerospace Corp. are leading the way towards sustainable business aviation by conducting the first original equipment manufacturer test flight of an ultralong-range business jet powered by 100 percent SAF.
USDA announces REAP awards, opens new funding round
December 21, 2022
The USDA on Dec. 15 awarded $285 million to 844 projects under the Rural Energy for America Program. The agency also announced it is offering an additional $300 million in REAP funding, including $250 million allocated through the IRA.
Fulcrum Bioenergy produces first biofuel at Sierra Biofuels plant
By Fulcrum BioEnergy Inc.
December 20, 2022
Fulcrum BioEnergy Inc. has successfully produced a low-carbon synthetic crude oil using landfill waste as a feedstock at its Sierra BioFuels Plant, the world's first commercial-scale landfill waste-to-fuels plant.
The U.S. EPA on Dec. 20 released a final analysis on the price of RINs and small refineries in response to a U.S. GAO report. The final analysis confirms the agency's conclusion that small refineries recover their RFS compliance costs.
Low Carbon Fuels Coalition announces new executive committee
By Low Carbon Fuels Coalition
December 19, 2022
The Low Carbon Fuels Coalition recently announced its new executive committee. Bryan Sherbacow of Alder Fuels was re-elected board chairman; Michael Burns of Novozymes was re-elected treasurer; and Lindsay Fitzgerald of Gevo was elected secretary.
Clean Energy opens new RNG station for Amazon
By Clean Energy Fuels Corp.
December 19, 2022
Clean Energy Fuels Corp. has announced the opening of another renewable natural gas (RNG) fueling station that will provide an anticipated 1.4 million gallons of the clean fuel annually for Amazon and other truck fleets in the greater Chicago area.
The U.K. Department of Transport on Dec. 16 announced that Virgin Atlantic will operate a historic net-zero flight from London to New York next year using 100 percent SAF. The flight will be supported by funds awarded by the U.K. government.
Vision RNG, Waste Connection to develop RNG project in Kentucky
By Vision RNG LLC
December 15, 2022
Vision RNG LLC has announced an RNG agreement with the Laurel Ridge Landfill in Corbin, Kentucky, which is owned by Laurel Ridge Landfill LLC, a subsidiary of Waste Connections Inc. The project is expected to be complete in Q4 2024.
The U.S. EPA released updated small refinery exemption (SRE) data on Dec. 15, reporting that one new SRE petition was filed under the Renewable Fuel Standard in the past month. A total of 10 SRE petitions are now pending.
The Portland City Council on Dec. 8 adopted a new policy that aims to reduce carbon emissions from diesel-fueled transportation by phasing in requirements for the use of renewable fuels, such as biodiesel and renewable diesel.
CoBank says 2023 outlook for biofuels is “very strong”
December 15, 2022
CoBank on Dec. 13 released a report outlining its 2023 forecast for the U.S. rural economy. Within that report, CoBank says “the outlook for biofuels is very strong, supported by federal policy and demand tailwinds from 2022.�
EPA: 1.94 billion RINs generated in November
December 15, 2022
The U.S. EPA on Dec. 15 released data showing more than 1.94 billion renewable identification numbers (RINs) were generated under the Renewable Fuel Standard in November, up from 1.78 billion generated during the same month of last year.
Alfa Laval supports CVR refinery in its transition to biofuels
By Alfa Laval
December 14, 2022
Alfa Laval has entered into an agreement with a subsidiary of CVR Energy Inc. to supply processing systems for feedstock pre-treatment, part of a strategic investment in the refinery supporting CVR's expansion into renewable biofuel production.
Canadian government invests in CHAR Technologies RNG project
By Ontario Natural Resources and Forestry
December 14, 2022
The governments of Ontario and Canada are investing more than $11.3 million to expand CHAR Technologies' facility in Thorold to produce renewable natural gas (RNG) and biocarbon from woody biomass feedstock.
The U.S. EPA is now accepting registrations for a virtual public hearing to be held Jan. 10 on its proposed RFS “set� rule, which includes RVOs for 2023, 2024 and 2025 and outlines the agency's plans for the generation of e-RINs.
GoodFuels delivers sustainable biofuel to Aida Cruises
By GoodFuels
December 13, 2022
On Dec. 8, during its port call to Rotterdam, the Netherlands, GoodFuels successfully delivered its 100 percent biofuel to a Hyperion-class cruise ship operated by AIDA Cruises. The biofuel was produced using 100 percent waste and residue feedstocks.
LanzaJet marks milestone on its Freedom Pines Fuels construction
By LanzaJet
December 13, 2022
LanzaJet on Dec. 13 joined government officials, industry leaders, and investors to celebrate a major construction milestone at the LanzaJet Freedom Pines Fuels facility in Soperton, Georgia. The facility is expected to begin operations in 2023.
Velocys receives 2 grants from UK government
December 13, 2022
U.K.-based Velocys plc on Dec. 12 announced it has been awarded two new grants through the U.K. Department of Transport's Advanced Fuels Fund to support its planned waste-to-sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) facility and an e-fuels project.
Anaergia announces operational, commercial milestones
By Anaergia Inc.
December 12, 2022
Anaegia Inc. on Dec. 7 announced that two more of its European facilities began injecting RNG into the grid within the past month. The company also announced progress with its Rialto Bioenergy Facility in Calicornia.
Biomass Magazine has released the agenda for the 16th Annual International Biomass Conference & Expo taking place Feb. 28- March 2, 2023, in Atlanta. Speakers will showcase the newest offerings in technology, services and policy.
The USDA reduced its forecast for 2022-'23 soybean oil use in biofuel production in its latest World Agricultural Supply and Demand Estimates report, released Dec. 9. The agency's estimate for 2021-22 soybean oil use in biofuel was also revised down.
Reps. Brian Fitzpatrick, R-Pa., and Linda T. Sánchez, D-Calif., on Dec. 1 introduced the Renewable Natural Gas Incentive Act. The bill aims to create a $1 per gallon tax credit for the sale of renewable natural gas (RNG) used in transportation.
Virgin Atlantic to purchase 70 million gallons of SAF
By Virgin Atlantic
December 07, 2022
Virgin Atlantic on Dec. 6 announced the purchase of 10 million U.S. gallons per annum of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) to be produced by Gevo Inc. and supplied by Virgin Atlantic's joint venture partner, Delta Air Lines.
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