IATA: Incentives needed to increase SAF production
By International Air Transport Association
June 29, 2022
The International Air Transport Association called for governments to urgently put in place large-scale incentives to rapidly expand the use of SAF as aviation pursues its commitment to achieving net zero carbon emissions by 2050.
The USDA is accepting applications for a new pilot program created under the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law to support the development of biobased products that have lower carbon footprints and increase the use of renewable agricultural materials.
Members of the European Parliament (MEPs) on the Transport and Tourism Committee on June 27 voted 25 to six in favor of adopting a draft negotiating mandate on the ReFuelEU aviation rules, which sets a goal for sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) use.
ITA seeks nominations for REEEAC
June 28, 2022
The U.S. Department of Commerce's International Trade Administration on June 16 published a notice renewing its Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency Advisory Committee and soliciting nominations for membership.
Neste invests in increased renewables capacity in Rotterdam
By Neste Corp.
June 28, 2022
Neste Corp. has made the final investment decision to invest into new renewable products production capacity in Rotterdam. The decision is based on demand for renewable products growing substantially with customers' higher climate ambitions.
Gevo provides company and project updates
By Gevo Inc.
June 27, 2022
Gevo Inc., a renewable fuels company focused on the production of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF), on June 27 provides updates on the company and projects currently in process, including the company's Net Zero 1 faciity.
Growth Energy challenges EPA”s “alternative compliance” approach
By Growth Energy
June 27, 2022
Growth Energy filed petitions for review in the U.S. Court of Appeals for the D.C. Circuit challenging the U.S. EPA's decision to excuse certain refineries from their obligations under the Renewable Fuel Standard.
BerQ RNG celebrates startup of Michigan dairy RNG facility
By BerQ RNG
June 27, 2022
BerQ RNG on June 27 announced the successful startup of an animal manure anerobic digester to RNG facility located on a dairy farm in Western, Michigan. The project is expected to deliver over 85,000 MMBtu of RNG annually.
A new artificial enzyme has shown it can chew through lignin, the tough polymer that helps woody plants hold their shape, according to PNNL. Lignin also stores tremendous potential for renewable energy and materials.
Sustainable Oils opens North American headquarters in Montana
By Sustainable Oils Inc.
June 24, 2022
Sustainable Oils on June 23 celebrated the opening of its North American headquaters in Great Falls, Montana, which icludes plant breeding and research labs. The company specializes in the breeding, research, and marketing of camelina.
Neste: Regional commercial aircraft takes flight with 100% SAF
By Neste
June 23, 2022
On June 21, regional aircraft manufacturer ATR, Swedish airline Braathens Regional Airlines and SAF supplier Neste collaborated to enable the first ever 100 percent SAF-powered test flight on a commercial regional aircraft.
Clean Fuels: Renewable fuels lower prices at the pump
By Clean Fuels Alliance America
June 23, 2022
On June 22, Clean Fuels Alliance America wrote to President Joe Biden, administration officials, and congressional leaders to say that U.S. biodiesel and renewable diesel producers are working to extend fuel supplies and provide relief at the pump.
Growth Energy, RNG Coalition, NCGA, and ASA are among the ag and biofuel groups that have weighed in on a U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission proposed rule that focuses on climate-related disclosures.
Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack on June 23 issued a memorandum to the U.S. Forest Service directing the agency to take bold actions to restore forests, improve resilience, and address the climate crisis.
Fintoil, together with Neste Engineering Solutions, has selected Emerson's automation software and technologies to maximize the operational performance of its biorefinery being constructed in the port of Hamina-Kotka, Finland.
The Fuels Institute in June published a new white paper that discusses the carbon benefits of various biofuels. The paper also addresses matters related to policy, feedstocks availability, and vehicle and infrastructure constraints.
Finnair, Gevo enter SAF sales agreement
By Gevo Inc.
June 21, 2022
Gevo Inc. has announced a new fuel sales agreement with Finnair. The agreement outlines the details for the purchase of 7 million gallons per year of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) for five years from Gevo's commercial operations.
The U.S. EPA has indicated it will release proposed rules related to the 2023 RFS RVO and state requests to allow summer E15 sales within the next several months. The agency will also soon finalize pending canola oil fuel pathways under the RFS.
Shell, Accenture and Amex GBT launch blockchain SAF solution
By Shell
June 20, 2022
Shell, Accenture, and American Express Global Business Travel jointly announced the launch of Avelia, one of the world's first blockchain-powered digital sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) book-and-claim solutions for business travel.
ExxonMobil announces methanol-to-jet process for SAF production
By ExxonMobil
June 20, 2022
ExxonMobil has announced a unique process technology to enable the manufacture of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) from renewable methanol. Methanol used in the process is derived from the gasification of biomass and waste.
Qantas, Airbus partner to kickstart Australian SAF industry
By Airbus
June 20, 2022
The Qantas Group and Airbus will invest up to US$200 million to accelerate the establishment of a SAF industry in Australia in a landmark agreement signed on June 19 by Qantas Group CEO Alan Joyce and Airbus CEO Guillaume Faury.
The U.S. EPA has released data showing that nearly 1.84 billion renewable identification numbers (RINs) were generated under the Renewable Fuel Standard in May, up from 1.72 billion generated during the same month of last year.
Neste: SAF delivered to New York using existing pipelines
By Neste Corp.
June 16, 2022
SAF has been safely delivered to New York's LaGuardia Airport through the Colonial and Buckeye pipeline systems – two essential pieces of American energy infrastructure. The low-emission jet fuel will power a Delta Air Lines flight.
Avfuel invests in Alder Fuels
By Avfuel Corp.
June 16, 2022
Avfuel Corp. on June 16 announced a multimillion-dollar investment in Alder Fuels—a clean tech company pioneering first-of-its-kind technologies for producing sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) at scale.
EPA: 3 SRE petitions currently pending
June 16, 2022
The U.S. EPA on June 16 published updated data on small refinery exemptions (SREs) filed under the Renewable Fuel Standard, reporting that only three SRE petitions are currently pending, down from 69 that were pending as of mid-May.
Arbor Renewables plans $800M biorefinery in Louisiana
By Louisiana Economic Development
June 15, 2022
Arbor Renewable Gas LLC, a Houston-based company that produces renewable gasoline and green hydrogen from wood waste and forest residue, is evaluating West Baton Rouge Parish for a planned $800 million manufacturing and distribution facility.
Gevo injects dairy RNG into Iowa natural gas pipeline
By Gevo Inc.
June 14, 2022
Gevo Inc. announced that its RNG project in Northwest Iowa has been producing biogas and is now upgrading and injecting RNG into the natural gas pipeline. The project generates RNG from dairy cow manure supplied by three dairy farms.
Sens. Bill Hagerty, R-Tenn.; Shelly Moore Capito, R-W.V.; and Roger Wicker, R-Miss., are asking the GAO to determine whether the U.S. EPA's June 3 denial of 69 SREs must be submitted to Congress for review under the Congressional Review Act.
Synthica develops food waste RNG facility in Houston
By Synthica Energy LLC
June 13, 2022
Synthica Energy LLC announced the development of a new anaerobic digestion facility in Houston, Texas. The facility will focus on converting organic byproducts from food, beverage, and biofuel producers into renewable natural gas (RNG).
The U.S. House of Representatives is expected to vote this week on the Lower Food and Fuels Costs Act, a legislative package that includes funding for biofuel infrastructure and a provision to allow year-round sales of E15.
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