U.S. operatable biofuels production capacity was down slightly in May, according to data released by the U.S. Energy Information Administration on July 29. Feedstock consumption, however, was up when compared to both the prior month and May 2021.
Boeing to open Japan research center, expand focus to SAF
By Boeing
August 02, 2022
Boeing is strengthening its partnership with Japan by opening a new Boeing Research and Technology center. The facility will focus on sustainability and support a newly expanded cooperation agreement with METI that addresses SAF.
Bayer increases investment in oilseed producers CoverCress
By Bayer
August 02, 2022
Bayer, Bunge and Chevron U.S.A. Inc., a subsidiary of Chevron Corp., have signed a shareholders' agreement in connection with Bayer's acquisition of a 65 percent majority ownership of the winter oilseed producer CoverCress Inc.
CVR Energy Inc. began operations at its newly converted renewable diesel unit at its Wynnewood refinery in Oklahoma in mid-April. That unit processed approximately 3,100 barrels per day of vegetable oil feedstock during the second quarter.
The first phase of Marathon Petroleum's renewable diesel conversion project at its Martinez refinery in California is expected to be mechanically complete by the end of the year, according to comments made by President and CEO Michael Hennigan.
GoodFuels announces successful biofuel-powered trial voyage
By GoodFuels
August 01, 2022
Spar Shipping AS, Fleet Management Ltd. and GoodFuels on July 28 announced that they have successfully completed a 10-day trial of 100 percent sustainable marine biofuel on board Spar Shipping AS' bulk carrier Spar Lynx.
Shell, Lufthansa sign non-binding MOU for SAF supply
By Shell
August 01, 2022
Representatives of Shell International Petroleum Co Ltd. and Deutsche Lufthansa AG have signed a non-binding MOU for exploring the supply of SAF by Shell to the Lufthansa Group for seven years at airports across the globe, starting in 2024.
Neste released second quarter financial results on July 28, reporting robust demand for renewable products during the three-month period and record quarterly comparable sales margin of $865 per ton, up from $700 per ton during the Q2 2021.
Valero Energy Corp. released second quarter financial results on July 28, reporting record high renewable diesel production volumes and the sale of the company's 110 MMgy ethanol plant located in Jefferson, Wisconsin.
4AIR, NATA announce SAF delivery receipt for business aviation
By National Air Transportation Association
July 27, 2022
The National Air Transportation Association and 4AIR announced the release of a first-ever SAF receipt for business aviation. The SAF Delivery Receipt allows fixed-base operators (FBOs) to provide documumentation to business aircraft operators.
Louisiana passes law benefiting Strategic Biofuels project
By Strategic Biofuels LLC
July 27, 2022
Strategic Biofuels has announced that the State of Louisiana recently enhanced its CSS legislation with provisions that provide additional carbon dioxide (CO2) reservoir storage security for projects in Caldwell Parish.
Consortium commits $18M for green marine fuel supply chain
By Global Centre for Maritime Decarbonisation
July 26, 2022
The Global Centre for Maritime Decarbonisation is leading a consortium of 18 industry partners to launch a drop-in biofuels pilot project to establish an assurance framework for ensuring the supply chain integrity of green marine fuels.
Gevo closes on site for SAF plant, plans fall groundbreaking
By Gevo Inc.
July 25, 2022
Gevo Inc. has closed on the purchase of approximately 245 acres near Lake Preston, South Dakota, for its first commercial scale sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) facility, Net-Zero 1. The company expects to break ground on the plant in September.
Biofuels offer emissions solution for medium, heavy-duty trucks
By Diesel Technology Forum
July 25, 2022
A new study that evaluates several approaches to reducing GHG and other emissions from medium and heavy-duty vehicles from 2022-2032 finds considerable advantages with advanced diesel technology particularly when using biofuels.
Synthica Energy announces new food waste RNG plant in Texas
By Synthica Energy LLC
July 25, 2022
Synthica Energy LLC on July 22 announced the development of a new anaerobic digestion facility in northeast San Antonio, Texas. The facility will focus on converting organic byproducts from food and beverage producers into RNG.
The U.S. EPA and Growth Energy on July 22 filed a consent decree agreement with the U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia that requires the agency to proposed 2023 RFS RVOs by Nov. 16, 2022, and finalize the 2023 RVOs by June 14, 2023.
EPA: 1.85 billion RINs generated in June
July 25, 2022
The U.S. EPA has released updated renewable identification number (RIN) data showing that nearly 1.85 billion RINs were generated under the Renewable Fuel Standard in June, up from 1.77 billion RINs generated during the same month of 2021.
Gevo signs SAF sales agreement with American Airlines
By Gevo Inc.
July 22, 2022
Gevo Inc. has announced a new fuel sales agreement with American Airlines Inc. The agreement sets forth the terms for the sale of 100 million gallons per year of SAF for five years from Gevo's future commercial operations.
Technip Energies wins contract for Neste's Rotterdam expansion
By Technip Energies
July 22, 2022
Technip Energies has been awarded a significant contract by Neste for the expansion of their renewable products production capacity in Rotterdam, the Netherlands, as part of the existing partnership agreement between Technip Energies and Neste.
Avfuel, Neste supply SAF to Viva Aerobus
By Avfuel Corp.
July 21, 2022
Viva Aerobus—Mexico's ultra-low-cost airline—took its first flight powered by sustainable aviation fuel from Los Angeles to Guadalajara on June 15. The uplift was made possible by the partnership between Avfuel and Neste.
The U.S. EPA on June 21 published updated data on small refinery exemptions (SREs) filed under the Renewable Fuel Standard, reporting that no new SRE petitions have been filed in the past month. Three SRE petitions are currently pending.
Sens. Richard Burr, R-N.C., and Mark Warner, D-Va., on July 20 introduced the Renewable Natural Gas Incentive Act. The legislation aims to create a $1 per gallon tax credit for sellers of renewable natural gas (RNG) used for transportation.
Embraer, RaÃzen partnership stimulates production of SAF
By Embraer
July 20, 2022
Embraer and RaÃzen on July 17 signed a Letter of Intent with a commitment to stimulate the development of the sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) production ecosystem, reinforcing the sustainability agenda of both companies.
SoCalGas on July 20 announced that Kore Infrastructure has begun to test and demonstrate its modular system that diverts organic waste from California landfills and converts it into carbon negative hydrogen and renewable natural gas (RNG).
A group of 24 senators on July 19 sent a letter to U.S. EPA Administrator Michael Regan urging the agency to set strong 2023 and 2024 Renewable Fuel Standard renewable volume obligations (RVOs) for biomass-based diesel.
Boeing, Alder Fuels partner to scale SAF globally
By Boeing
July 19, 2022
Boeing and Alder Fuels on July 18 announced a new partnership to expand production of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) around the world. Using Boeing airplanes, the companies will test and qualify Alder-derived SAF.
The U.K. government on July 19 released its Jet Zero strategy. The initiative, in part, requires at least 10 percent SAF use by 2030. It also aims to kickstart a domestic SAF industry, supported by a new £165 million Advanced Fuels Fund.
Novilla RNG begins construction at Trillium Hill Farm project
By Novilla RNG
July 18, 2022
Three Petals RNG LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Novilla Investment Holdings LLC, announced on July 12 the beginning of construction of its first dairy renewable natural gas (RNG) project at Trillium Hill Farm in Berlin, Wisconsin.
Demand for biodiesel and renewable diesel in the European Union was up in 2020 and 2021 despite the COVID-19 pandemic. That growth, however, is expected to stagnate in 2022, according to a report filed with the USDA.
Embraer, Pratt & Whitney complete 100% SAF flight test
By Embraer
July 15, 2022
Embraer and Pratt & Whitney have successfully tested a GTF-powered E195-E2 aircraft on 100 percent SAF. The test validated that GTF engines and the E-Jets E2 family can fly on both engines with blends of up to 100 percent SAF.
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