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Acelen Renewables on May 21 announced it has secured $1.5 billion to develop a biorefinery in Brazil that will have the capacity to produce 1 billion liters (264.17 million gallons) of SAF renewable diesel. Operations are expected to begin in 2029.
Axens on May 20 announced a commercial collaboration with XCF Global Inc. aimed at supporting the market deployment of Vegan, Axens’ proprietary hydroprocessed esters and fatty acids (HEFA) technology.
A strategic shutdown and restart reveal how FutureFuel is balancing policy shifts, feedstock costs and a uniquely flexible business model.
New York is at the forefront of statewide bioheat adoption.
Two Chicago suburban communities – the Village of River Forest and Village of Skokie – solidified their commitment to environmental sustainability by joining the B20 Club, according to the Illinois Soybean Association.
Sen. Pete Ricketts, R-Neb., on May 21 led a bipartisan resolution to designate May 2026 as Renewable Fuels Month. The resolution highlights the critical role renewable fuels play in lowering fuel prices and unleashing American energy independence.
More than 1.93 billion RINs were generated under the RFS in April, up 3% when compared to the same month of last year, according to data released by the U.S. EPA on May 21. Total RIN generation for the first four months of 2026 reached 7.51 billion.
The U.S. EPA on May 21 published data showing one new small refinery exemption (SRE) petition was filed under the RFS during the past month. The agency also changed the status of two compliance year 2024 SRE petitions from “ineligible” to “pending.”
The Netherlands imported $535 million of U.S. biofuels last year. Regulatory changes that came into force on Jan. 1, 2026, could boost demand for both U.S. biofuels and feedstocks, according to a report filed with the USDA.
Sky Quarry Inc. has announced the execution of a MOU with Southern Energy Renewables Inc. and DevvStream Corp. focused on fuel innovation, refinery integration, and low-carbon fuel development, including opportunities involving SAF.
Bangchak Group has launched Thailand’s first commercial production of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) from the country’s first 100% HEFA-SPK SAF stand alone production unit at Bangchak Phra Khanong Refinery.
Hazer Group Ltd. on May 12 announced it has entered into a non-binding memorandum of understanding (MOU) with Continual Renewable Ventures to assess opportunities for developing low carbon liquid fuels (LCLF) production in Australia.
Iowa and Missouri are challenging New York’s Mandatory Greenhouse Gas Reporting Program, claiming it unfairly imposes reporting and compliance obligations on ethanol and biodiesel producers located outside the state.
DHL Express and Dubai-based next generation SAF developer SAF One on May 12 announced the signing of a landmark offtake agreement, bringing the first SAF production facility in the Middle East into DHL's global SAF supply network.
In light of a recent Columbia University study showing fine particulate matter in the Bronx is rising, Clean Fuels Alliance America is reminding New Yorkers of a 2024 study that shows using biodiesel could immediately lower particulate matter.
Gpi Tanks XL has been selected by Technip Energies for the construction of 22 stainless steel storage tanks for the SkyNRG project in Delfzijl, the Netherlands. The sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) facility is expected to begin production in 2028.
Verbio on May 13 announced biomethane production expanded 8.4% during the fiscal third quarter, the three months ended March 31, with biodiesel production up 1.5%. Ethanol production fell by 18.9% during the period.
Eni and MSC Cruises have announced the completion of a test of the use of Enilive’s HVO diesel. This test confirmed the technical feasibility of using the biofuel in its pure form in the maritime sector to power cruise ship engines.
The U.S. House of Representatives on May 13 voted 218 to 203 to approve the Nationwide Consumer and Fuel Retailers Choice Act. The bill aims to enable year-round E15 sales and revamp the RFS small refinery exemption (SRE) program.
FutureFuel Corp. on May 11 released first quarter results, reporting that biodiesel gallons sold were up nearly 19% when compared to the same period of 2025. Sales volumes are expected to continue to increase during the remainder of the year.
Tidewater Renewables Ltd. on May 7 announced the renewable diesel and renewable hydrogen (HDRD) complex in Prince George, British Columbia, achieved a throughput of 2,837 barrels per day during the first quarter.
The Sustainable Advanced Biofuel Refiners Coalition on May 13 announced it is pro-biofuels, pro-agriculture and pro-E15. The group, however, does not support the SRE provisions of the Nationwide Consumer and Fuel Retailer Choice Act.
BDI-BioEnergy International and Ghent Renewables have successfully commissioned an industry-leading feedstock pretreatment plant at North Sea Port in Ghent, Belgium. The plant will strengthen the supply chain for sustainable fuels, including SAF.
The U.S. EIA increased its forecast for 2026 renewable diesel production in its latest Short-Term Energy Outlook, released May 12. The 2026 forecasts for biodiesel and other biobased diesel fuels, which includes SAF, were maintained.
The USDA expects soybean oil use in biofuel production to expand significantly during the 2026-’27 marketing year, according to the agency’s latest World Agricultural Supply and Demand Estimates report, released May 12.
Calumet Inc. on May 8 confirmed that the MaxSAF expansion at its Montana Renewables facility was completed on time and on budget. The facility has resumed operations and now has the capacity to produce 150 MMgy of SAF.
Aemetis Inc. on May 7 released Q1 results, reporting a 27% increase in revenues with growth across its ethanol, RNG and biodiesel segments. Plans for a proposed renewable diesel and SAF plant continue to be impacted by 45Z guidance delays.
EcoCeres has signed an investment letter of intent with the Dongguan Municipal People's Government to establish the first complete sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) supply chain in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area.
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