OPAL Fuels: Florida RNG project begins operations
By OPAL Fuels LLC
January 05, 2023
OPAL Fuels Inc. has announced that Florida's first landfill gas to RNG facility at the New River Solid Waste Association (NRSWA) municipal solid waste landfill has successfully completed its ramp-up period.
UGI invests in additional RNG projects in South Dakota
By UGI Corp.
January 05, 2023
UGI Corp. announced on Jan. 4 that MBL Bioenergy, a joint venture between UGIES, Sevana Bioenergy and a subsidiary of CalBio, has entered an agreement to develop its second and third clusters of dairy manure waste to RNG projects in South Dakota.
The White House OMB on Jan. 4 published its 2022 Fall Unified Agenda and Regulatory Plan, confirming the expected timeline on federal rulemakings related to the Renewable Fuel Standard, E15 sales and the Biopreferred program.
Eni launches new sustainable mobility company
By Eni
January 03, 2023
Eni has announced the incorporation of Eni Sustainable Mobility, its new company dedicated to sustainable mobility. The company will develop bio-refining, biomethane and the sale of mobility products and services in Italy and abroad.
The Senate has confirmed Doug McKalip and Alexis Taylor to posts critical to agriculture trade. McKalip is now chief agricultural negotiator at the Office of the USTR and Taylor is USDA under secretary for trade and foreign agricultural affairs.
New RNG project under development in Minnesota
By Minnesota Municipal Power Agency
December 29, 2022
The Minnesota Municipal Power Agency has announced plans to develop a renewable natural gas (RNG) plant at the WM landfill in Elk River, Minnesota. MMPA and Elk River Landfill Inc., a WM affiliate, recently finalized a contract for the project.
Clean Energy announces financing to fund RNG growth
By Clean Energy Fuels Corp.
December 29, 2022
Clean Energy Fuels Corp. has entered into a four-year $150 million sustainability-linked senior secured term loan with Riverstone Credit Partners L.P., a credit investment platform focused on energy, power, decarbonization, and infrastructure.
bp completes acquisition of Archaea Energy
By bp America
December 29, 2022
On Dec. 28, bp completed its purchase of Archaea Energy Inc., a leading provider of renewable natural gas (RNG), marking a milestone in the growth of bp's strategic bioenergy business. The aquisition was first announed in October.
Report: California pioneers a pathway to dairy methane reduction
By UC Davis
December 27, 2022
Analysis by UC Davis researchers shows continued implementation of California's incentive-based dairy methane reduction efforts should, by 2030, achieve the full 40 percent reduction goal set by the state.
The White House OSTP is seeking relevant data and information, including case studies, to help identify regulatory ambiguities, gaps, or uncertainties in the Coordinated Framework for Regulation of Biotechnology.
The Biomass Power Association on Dec. 22 commended Congress for passing two bills, the NDAA and Omnibus Appropriations Bill, that recognize the benefits of biomass as a source of renewable electricity.
Énergir, Nature Energy to develop RNG projects in Quebec
By Énergir
December 22, 2022
Énergir Development and Nature Energy are joining forces to co-develop biomethanization plants in Quebec. This partnership is the result of the companies' common desire to significantly increase the amount of RNG available in Quebec.
USDA announces REAP awards, opens new funding round
December 21, 2022
The USDA on Dec. 15 awarded $285 million to 844 projects under the Rural Energy for America Program. The agency also announced it is offering an additional $300 million in REAP funding, including $250 million allocated through the IRA.
The U.S. EPA on Dec. 20 released a final analysis on the price of RINs and small refineries in response to a U.S. GAO report. The final analysis confirms the agency's conclusion that small refineries recover their RFS compliance costs.
Clean Energy opens new RNG station for Amazon
By Clean Energy Fuels Corp.
December 19, 2022
Clean Energy Fuels Corp. has announced the opening of another renewable natural gas (RNG) fueling station that will provide an anticipated 1.4 million gallons of the clean fuel annually for Amazon and other truck fleets in the greater Chicago area.
Vision RNG, Waste Connection to develop RNG project in Kentucky
By Vision RNG LLC
December 15, 2022
Vision RNG LLC has announced an RNG agreement with the Laurel Ridge Landfill in Corbin, Kentucky, which is owned by Laurel Ridge Landfill LLC, a subsidiary of Waste Connections Inc. The project is expected to be complete in Q4 2024.
The U.S. EPA released updated small refinery exemption (SRE) data on Dec. 15, reporting that one new SRE petition was filed under the Renewable Fuel Standard in the past month. A total of 10 SRE petitions are now pending.
EPA: 1.94 billion RINs generated in November
December 15, 2022
The U.S. EPA on Dec. 15 released data showing more than 1.94 billion renewable identification numbers (RINs) were generated under the Renewable Fuel Standard in November, up from 1.78 billion generated during the same month of last year.
Canadian government invests in CHAR Technologies RNG project
By Ontario Natural Resources and Forestry
December 14, 2022
The governments of Ontario and Canada are investing more than $11.3 million to expand CHAR Technologies' facility in Thorold to produce renewable natural gas (RNG) and biocarbon from woody biomass feedstock.
The U.S. EPA is now accepting registrations for a virtual public hearing to be held Jan. 10 on its proposed RFS “set� rule, which includes RVOs for 2023, 2024 and 2025 and outlines the agency's plans for the generation of e-RINs.
Anaergia announces operational, commercial milestones
By Anaergia Inc.
December 12, 2022
Anaegia Inc. on Dec. 7 announced that two more of its European facilities began injecting RNG into the grid within the past month. The company also announced progress with its Rialto Bioenergy Facility in Calicornia.
Biomass Magazine has released the agenda for the 16th Annual International Biomass Conference & Expo taking place Feb. 28- March 2, 2023, in Atlanta. Speakers will showcase the newest offerings in technology, services and policy.
Green Rock acquires Pennsylvania RNG production facility
By Green Rock Energy Partners LLC,
December 08, 2022
Green Rock Energy Partners LLC, a sustainable infrastructure focused private equity firm, acquired PSA South Hills Landfill Gas Venture LLC, a renewable natural gas (RNG) production facility. The purchase closed in Q4 2022.
Reps. Brian Fitzpatrick, R-Pa., and Linda T. Sánchez, D-Calif., on Dec. 1 introduced the Renewable Natural Gas Incentive Act. The bill aims to create a $1 per gallon tax credit for the sale of renewable natural gas (RNG) used in transportation.
A group of five lawmakers on Dec. 2 announced plans to introduce legislation that aims to change the way RINs are generated and traded under the RFS by directing the U.S. EPA to issue the credits at a fixed cost.
The U.S. EPA on Dec. 1 released its long-awaited RFS “set� rule, which includes RVOs for 2023, 2024 and 2025. The proposed rule also expands the program beyond liquid fuels to include certain types of renewable electricity used to fuel cars.
Shell to acquire European RNG producer for $2 billion
By Shell
November 29, 2022
Shell Petroleum NV, a wholly owned subsidiary of Shell plc, has reached an agreement with Davidson Kempner Capital Management LP, Pioneer Point Partners and Sampension to acquire 100 percent shareholding of Nature Energy Biogas A/S for $2 billion.
The U.S. Department of Commerce's International Trade Administration has announced its Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency Advisory Committee will hold a hybrid meeting on Dec. 7. The meeting is open to the public, but registration is required.
Start Well, End Well
By Joel Dulin
November 28, 2022
Successfully managing a project successfully requires an organized start.
The Inflation Reduction Act, signed by President Joe Biden in August, allocated nearly $20 billion to support climate-smart agriculture. The USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service is now seeking comments inform how it will implement those funds.
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