UK's BIG raises equity from investors to fund growth
By Bioenergy Infrastructure Group
October 31, 2018
Bioenergy Infrastructure Group, an independent power producer specializing in biomass and waste-to-energy, recently announced the completion of a new equity raise from its existing shareholders to fund the next stage in its growth and development.
The U.S. EPA has delivered its final rule to set 2019 RVOs under the RFS, along with the 2020 RVO for biomass-based diesel, to the White House Office of Management and Budget. OMB review marks a final step before the final rule is published.
Amp Americas opens dairy RNG project in Indiana
By Amp Americas
October 30, 2018
Renewable Dairy Fuels, a business unit of Amp Americas, recently announced that its second biogas facility producing RNG from dairy waste is now operational and has begun delivering RNG into the NIPSCO natural gas pipeline system.
The U.S. Department of Energy has announced the Biomass Research and Development Technical Advisory Committee will hold an opening meeting in Arlington, Virginia, on Nov. 15-16. The meeting will address regulatory barriers impacting bioenergy growth.
Smithfield Foods to expand manure-to-energy projects
By Smithfield Food Inc.
October 29, 2018
Smithfield Food Inc. has announced it is expanding Smithfield Renewables to help reduce GHG emissions. As part of the expansion, the company will implement more manure-to-energy projects and capture biogas for the production of RNG.
EBRD supports 6 MW biogas project in Ukraine
By European Bank for Reconstruction and Development
October 26, 2018
The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development is promoting investments in innovative technology and best practices associated with the use of agricultural waste in Ukraine by providing a loan to support the development of a 6 MW biogas plant.
The U.S. EPA has released renewable identification number (RIN) generation data for September, reporting that 1.58 billion RINs were generated during the month, including 28.84 million cellulosic RINs.
On Oct. 24, the European Commission announced it has approved, under European Union state aid rules, a €45 million ($51.14 million) extension of a biogas support scheme in Luxembourg that will run for six years, from January 2017 to December 2022.
Biomass industry celebrates sixth annual Bioenergy Day
By Biomass Power Association
October 24, 2018
Oct. 24 is the sixth annual Bioenergy Day, with events taking place from North Carolina to California and in many places in between. The annual event allows those in bioenergy to recognize the economic and environmental contributions of the industry.
The U.S. EPA has released updated data on small refinery waivers filed under the Renewable Fuel Standard. The new data shows that additional petitions were filed for 2017 and 2018 compliance years over the past month.
ABC announces 2018 Biogas Industry Award winners
By American Biogas Council
October 18, 2018
The American Biogas Council recently announced the winners of its Biogas Industry Awards. Thirty-three awards were presented to exceptional technology innovations and projects across the industry in the agricultural, municipal and merchant sectors.
CGA receives broad support for renewable gas funding proposal
By Canadian Gas Association
October 18, 2018
The Canadian Gas Association has received broad support from stakeholders encouraging the government of Canada to endorse its federal policy proposal for a Renewable Gas Innovation Program, which seeks $750 million in federal funding.
The Trump Administration has released estimated timelines for the development of three U.S. EPA rulemakings that pertain to the Renewable Fuel Standard and year-round E15 sales, including one that includes a “reset� of statutory blending targets.
The owner of a biomass power plant in Colorado is the latest representative of the bioenergy industry to urge the U.S. EPA to take action to allow biomass power facilities to participate in the Renewable Fuel Standard program.
The U.S. EPA announced its 18th annual Green Power Leadership Awards on Oct. 10, recognizing 10 Green Power Partners for excellence in green power use. Bioenergy projects were among those recognized by the EPA.
New pump labels in EU provide clarity on biofuels content
By Ron Kotrba
October 12, 2018
The EU introduced a new, harmonized set of fuel labels Oct. 12 to give drivers better information on the suitability of fuels for their vehicles. The labels will help avoid misfueling and inform drivers, according to the European Commission.
Clean Energy, BP to expand RNG supply agreement
By Clean Energy Fuels Corp.
October 11, 2018
BP p.l.c. and Clean Energy Fuels Corp. have announced an agreement that will secure an increased supply of RNG for Clean Energy through Clean Energy's extensive fueling infrastructure as more fleets are requesting the clean fuel.
Italy-based biogas developer Sebigas has announced its Brazilian division, Sebigas Do Brasil, has been awarded a contract to construct a 17.5 MW biogas plant in southern Brazil.
Stora Enso, Gasum to build biogas plant in Sweden
By Stora Enso
October 10, 2018
Stora Enso and energy company Gasum have signed a contract to build a biogas plant at Stora Enso's Nymölla paper mill in Sweden. The plant, built and operated by Gasum, will turn the mill's wastewater effluent into renewable energy.
The U.S. Energy Information Administration has released the October edition of its Short-Term Energy Outlook and 2018-2019 Winter Fuels Outlook, predicting that average household bills for most energy sources of home heating will rise this winter.
University completes life cycle assessment of BioHiTech digesters
By BioHiTech Global Inc.
October 09, 2018
BioHiTech Global Inc. has announced the results of an independent life cycle assessment (LCA) of its aerobic digester solution for food waste conducted by the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at the University of Delaware.
New Hampshire's congressional delegation is speaking out to urge the U.S. EPA to move forward with a proposed rule that would allow renewable electricity made from biomass that is used to fuel vehicles to quality for the Renewable Fuel Standard.
In its latest market forecast, the International Energy Agency predicts modern bioenergy will represent the biggest growth in renewable energy sources between 2018 and 2023, with bioenergy in the power sector alone increasing by 37 gigawatts (GW).
NATSO Alternative Fuels Council launches RIN management service
By NATSO Inc.
October 05, 2018
NATSO Inc. and the Alternative Fuels Council recently launched a new RIN Management Service designed to help fuel retailers that blend and sell renewable fuels to more efficiently participate in the RFS program and manage their RINs.
Siemens, SISW commission landfill gas-to-energy project
By Siemens
October 03, 2018
Siemens and Southern Idaho Solid Waste recently announced the commissioning of two SGE-56HM gas engines that are providing electrical power for a landfill gas-to-energy project at the Milner Butte Landfill in Burley, Idaho.
New data released by the U.K. government shows renewables accounted for a record 31.7 percent of the country's electricity generation during the second quarter of 2018 while generation from coal fell to a record low.
The U.S. EPA has released renewable identification number (RIN) generation data for August, reporting that 1.75 billion RINs were generated during the month, including 31.29 million cellulosic RINs.
On Sept. 27, the California Air Resources Board approved several amendments to the state's Low Carbon Fuel Standard, including one that sets a new carbon intensity target for fuel sold within the state.
Letter urges EPA to process eRIN applications
September 28, 2018
The owner of a biomass power facility in California is asking the U.S. EPA to process applications from biomass power producers who want to participate in the Renewable Fuel Standard program.
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