The U.S. exported 18,718 metric tons of biodiesel and biodiesel blends of B30 or greater in October, according to data released by the USDA on Dec. 5. Biodiesel imports reached 70,228.9 metric tons for the month.
The ABFA is urging the Biden administration to immediately issue the guidance necessary for the industry to claim the 45Z Clean Fuels Production Credit. The group is also calling on Congress to extend the existing blender credits.
Aemetis Inc. has announced that its Universal Biofuels subsidiary in India successfully completed delivery of $103 million of biodiesel to the three government-owned Oil Marketing Companies for the one-year marketing period ending Sept. 30.
In 2024, the U.S. East Coast became a consistent destination for small volumes of renewable diesel as a few suppliers and local governments began offering or consuming the fuel, according to the U.S. Energy Information Administration.
Eco-Energy expands TERC Program with launch of TERC-Biodiesel and TERC-Renewable Diesel
By Eco-Energy
December 03, 2024
Eco-Energy has announced the expansion of its Transport Emission Reduction Certificate program with the launch of TERC-Biodiesel and TERC-Renewable Diesel. The new certificates are a voluntary carbon program for heavy-duty trucking.
EPRI, TVA complete world's largest renewable diesel-powered combustion turbine demonstration
By EPRI
November 27, 2024
On Nov. 20, EPRI and the Tennessee Valley Authority announced the successful demonstration of renewable diesel as a combustion turbine fuel for power generation. The demonstration was performed on a 76-MW dual-fuel natural gas/diesel unit.
New chemical process makes biodiesel production easier, less energy intensive
By UC Santa Cruz
November 26, 2024
UC Santa Cruz chemists have discovered a new way to produce biodiesel from waste oil that both simplifies the process and requires relatively mild heat. The method converts approximately 85% of used vegetable oil into biodiesel.
Hamilton Oshawa Port Authority has announced two projects that will increase biofuel access in the Great Lakes. One project will create a new 8-million-liter biofuel terminal in Ontario, the other will increase biofuel storage capacity.
Clean Fuels Alliance America members have elected new governing board members. The new leadership reflects the interests of both large and small companies, biodiesel and renewable diesel producers, as well as soybean growers and renderers.
IBB: Iowa celebrates record biodiesel sales
November 21, 2024
The Iowa Biodiesel Board is celebrating a milestone in the adoption of biodiesel blends, with sales in 2023 reaching 486.5 million gallons, nearly tripling from the 160.8 million gallons recorded in 2007.
NY Waterway, which operates the largest ferry fleet between New Jersey and New York, has completed its trial of renewable diesel fuel and is moving forward with efforts to transition a significant portion of its fuel usage to the renewable fuel.
The U.S. Department of Energy on Nov. 14 announced $20.2 million in funding for 10 university and industry projects spanning seven states to advance mixed algae development for low-carbon biofuels and bioproducts.
The Biodiesel Coalition of Missouri is opening a cost-share opportunity for fleets – the Biodiesel Credit Program. This annual program is reserved for fleet operations located in Missouri that are utilizing biodiesel blends of B6 or higher.
Clean Fuels Alliance America and nine national and state associations on Nov. 14 wrote to House and Senate leaders requesting a one-year extension of the §40A Biodiesel and Renewable Diesel Tax Incentive.
The U.S. Energy Information Administration maintained its 2024 and 2025 forecasts for the production of biodiesel, renewable diesel and other biofuels, including SAF, in its latest Short-Term Energy Outlook, released Nov. 13.
Novonesis has announced the launch of Eversa Advance, an enzymatic biosolution for pre-treatment of biodiesel feedstocks with up to 20% free fatty acids (FFA). The product helps biodiesel producers improve operational efficiency.
CARB on Nov. 8 approved updates to its LCFS that aim to reduce the CI of the state’s transportation fuel by 30% by 2030. The updates also alter how a variety of biofuels, including biobased diesel and RNG, participate in the program.
In proceedings before California energy and environmental agencies, the Engine Technology Forum called on policymakers to recognize the continued importance of advanced renewable biodiesel fuels.
Marathon Petroleum Corp. on Nov. 5 confirmed the Martinez Renewable Fuels biorefinery in California remains on track to be operating at full nameplate capacity by the end of the year. At full capacity, the facility can produce 730 MMgy.
Imperial Oil Ltd. on Nov. 1 confirmed that its renewable diesel project under construction at the company’s Strathcona refinery near Edmonton, Alberta, continues to progress on schedule with startup expected during the first half of next year.
PBF Energy Inc. on Oct. 31 announced that its St. Bernard Renewables facility produced 13,000 barrels per day of renewable diesel during the third quarter. Production is expected to increase during the fourth quarter.
CVR Energy Inc. on Oct. 29 announced that the renewable diesel unit at its Wynnewood refinery in Oklahoma processed 19.6 million gallons of vegetable oil feedstock during the third quarter, down from 23.8 million gallons during the same period of 2023.
The call for presentation abstracts for the 18th Annual International Biomass Conference & Expo, produced by Biomass Magazine, is now open. The event will take place March 18-20, 2025, at the Cobb Galleria Centre in Atlanta, Georgia.
Phillips 66 on Oct. 29 reported that its renewable fuels segment was impacted by lower margins during Q3, but company officials expect margins to improve moving forward. The company also reported it began producing SAF in September.
Italian energy company Eni and U.S.-based KKR on Oct. 24 announced an agreement under which KKR will purchase a 25% stake in Eni’s Enilive business, which encompasses the company’s biorefining, biomethane, and smart mobility solutions businesses.
New York City officials on Oct. 21 announced that the Staten Island Ferry and NYC Ferry will begin testing the use of renewable diesel fuel, a petroleum-free alternative to traditional diesel fuel that reduces carbon emissions by 60% or more.
Neste Corp. on Oct. 24 released third quarter financial results, reporting that its renewables segment has been impacted by overcapacity and lower-than-expected voluntary demand for sustainable aviation fuel (SAF).
The Philippines on Oct. 1 increased its coco-methyl ester (CME) biodiesel mandate from B2 to B3, according to a report filed with the USDA FAS. The mandate is scheduled to increase to 4% in October 2025 and 5% in October 2026.
Verne, a provider of sustainable data center solutions for high intensity computing, is transitioning to renewable fuels by using Neste MY Renewable Diesel to power backup generators at data centers in Helsinki, Pori and Tampere in Finland.
NATSO, representing America's travel centers and truck stops, SIGMA: America's Leading Fuel Marketers, and the National Association of Convenience Stores, are applauding Rep. Mike Carey, R-Ohio, for urging his colleagues to support H.R. 9060.
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