Members of the biofuel industry who wish to comment on the U.S. EPA's proposed rule to set 2020, 2021 and 2022 RFS RVOs have until Feb. 4 to do so. A seperate comment period on the agency's proposal to deny 60-plus SREs closes Feb. 7.
The U.S. EPA released a final rule on Jan. 28 extending and modifying certain RFS compliance deadlines. Representatives of the biofuels industry are criticizing the EPA's actions and calling for the agency to get the RFS back on track.
The U.S. EPA released a final rule on Jan. 28 extending and modifying certain RFS compliance deadlines. Representatives of the biofuels industry are criticizing the EPA's actions and calling for the agency to get the RFS back on track.
Renewable Fuels Association President and CEO Geoff Cooper talks about the state of ethanol, the industry's current regulatory priorities, and its footing under the Biden Administration.
Ethanol Producer Magazine's editor previews the publication's February issue, which includes stories about Greenfield Global's refurbishment of an idled Minnesota plant, Green Plains' ongoing transformation, and the industry's increasing use of data.
DHS has added bioenergy to the DHS STEM Designated Degree Program List, making certain F-1 nonimmigrant students with a bioenergy degree eligible to apply for a 24-month extension of their post-completion optional practical training (OPT).
Valero Energy Corp. released fourth quarter financial results on Jan. 27, reporting the Diamond Green Diesel expansion project was completed ahead of schedule. The company also reported strong results for its ethanol segment.
Two separate bills currently pending in the Missouri Legislature aim to establish tax credits to incentivize fuel retailers to offer higher blend of ethanol and biodiesel. Both bills are currently being considered by a House ag committee.
The USDA is amending its program offering $700 million in COVID aid to biofuel producers by allowing production to meet marketing obligations or fulfill or maintain essential markets to be included in the calculations of a producer's market losses.
DHS has added bioenergy to the DHS STEM Designated Degree Program List, making certain F-1 nonimmigrant students with a bioenergy degree eligible to apply for a 24-month extension of their post-completion optional practical training (OPT).
Two separate bills currently pending in the Missouri Legislature aim to establish tax credits to incentivize fuel retailers to offer higher blend of ethanol and biodiesel. Both bills are currently being considered by a House ag committee.
The USDA is amending its program offering $700 million in COVID aid to biofuel producers by allowing production to meet marketing obligations or fulfill or maintain essential markets to be included in the calculations of a producer's market losses.
Valero Energy Corp. released fourth quarter financial results on Jan. 27, reporting the Diamond Green Diesel expansion project was completed ahead of schedule. The company also reported strong results for its ethanol segment.
Aemetis Inc. announced Jan. 26 that its subsidiary Aemetis Biogas has completed an additional 7 miles of underground pipeline to transport biogas from five new dairy digesters to the centralized RNG upgrading facility at the Keyes plant.
BASF Enzymes LLC and Innospec Fuel Specialities LLC have entered into a distribution agreement under which BASF will be the distributor of DCI-11 Plus ClearTrak – a concentrated corrosion inhibitor – to ethanol plants located within the U.S.
Iowa Gov. Reynolds introduced legislation on Jan. 24 that aims to increase consumer access for E15 and B20 fuel blends. The following day she issued a proclamation declaring Feb. 27 as Iowa Renewable Fuels Association Day.
U.S. fuel ethanol production fell by approximately 2 percent the week ending Jan. 21, according to data released by the U.S. Energy Information Administration on Jan. 26. Stocks of fuel ethanol expanded by nearly 4 percent.
In support of Delta's path to Net Zero, Delta Cargo has launched a SAF program, to help grow the supply and availability of SAF. This program will help cargo customers reduce their environmental footprint and create a more sustainable future.
Iowa Gov. Reynolds introduced legislation on Jan. 24 that aims to increase consumer access for E15 and B20 fuel blends. The following day she issued a proclamation declaring Feb. 27 as Iowa Renewable Fuels Association Day.
Industry announcements from the February issue of Ethanol Producer Magazine, including the Nebraska Ethanol Board naming a new administrator, Bayer and partners launching carbon tracking serviec, Corn LP installing ICM technologies, and more.
Sharing the benefits of expanded ethanol use remains a priority for the Council in its work around the world. Obtaining broader endorsements and support at the national and multilateral levels remains critical in the years to come.
The USDA has announced that Growth Energy CEO Emily Skor will speak at the 98th Agricultural Outlook Forum, “New Paths to Sustainability and Productivity Growth.� Skor will be a featured panelist during this year's plenary session.
ICM has signed a second contract this year to install its Advanced Processing Package (APP), which will enable Lincolnland Agri-Energy to produce high-protein animal feed at its facility in Illinois.
Alto Ingredients Inc. has acquired St. Louis, Missouri-based Eagle Alcohol Company LLC. Eagle specializes in break bulk distribution of specialty alcohols to customers in the beverage, food, pharma, and related-process industries.
Poet has completed construction on an addition to its Poet Bioprocessing – Portland facility. This addition allows the facility to capture renewable CO2, a co-product of Poet's bioethanol production process, to be sold for commercial use.
The 2022 Iowa Renewable Fuels Summit, held Jan. 25, highlighted significant opportunities for growth driven by demand for advanced biofuels, such as SAF, but also addressed policy and economic concerns impacting biofuel producers.
Archer Daniels Midland Co. released fourth quarter financial results on Jan. 25, reporting strong ethanol margins for the three-month period. The company is optimistic about ethanol going into 2022 and expects production to grow.
Masdar, Siemens Energy and TotalEnergies on Jan. 19 signed a collaboration agreement to act as codevelopers of a demonstration project focused on green hydrogen to produce sustainable aviation fuel (SAF).
KBR announced on Jan. 24 it has been awarded an engineering contract by Biojet AS for a concept study for its renewable energy facility in Ringerike, Norway, that aims to convert forestry residues into renewable fuels.
Burns & McDonnell, a company contracted to provide engineering and construction services for Diamond Green Diesel's renewable diesel facility in Port Arthur, Texas, announced the project has reached a amajor construction milestone.
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