Advanced Biofuels Canada Association President Fred Ghatala on March 12 released a statement highlighting the stabilizing role of biofuels amidst current global crude oil supply shocks.
Neste, the world’s leading producer of renewable diesel and sustainable aviation fuel (SAF), has appointed new leadership team members as part of an organizational change that primarily affects the company’s Renewable Products business.
The U.S. exported 3,854.3 metric tons of biodiesel and biodiesel blends of B30 or greater in January, according to data released by the USDA Foreign Agricultural Service on March 12. Biodiesel imports were at 3,612.7 metric tons for the month.
Aemetis Inc. released fourth quarter financial results on March 12, reporting a 61% increase in renewable natural gas (RNG) production. The company also highlighted operations at its California ethanol plant and biodiesel facility in India.
On March 11, the Justice Department’s Environment and Natural Resources Division announced a settlement with Chevron U.S.A. Inc. for violations of the Clean Air Act’s Renewable Fuel Standard program.
XCF Global Inc. on March 10 announced its stockholders approved the issuance of 19.99% or more of the company's issued and outstanding common stock as of Jan. 26. The company has also initiated upgrades to its Reno biorefinery.
Axens has signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with Airbus to strengthen their cooperation in the development and deployment of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF), a key pillar for decarbonizing the aviation sector.
Repsol on March 10 announced plans to invest up to EUR 10 billion ($11.61 billion) in its operations through 2028, with a portion of that investment dedicated to low-carbon projects, including renewable fuels.
Buffalo Biodiesel Inc. announced that the company has officially met all criteria and submitted its Part 360 application to the New York Department of Environmental Conservation. Buffalo Biodiesel has also completed $2 million in plant upgrades.
Supercharging SAF uptake: ISCC, OMV and Airbus strengthen credible book and claim approaches
By International Sustainability & Carbon Certification
March 05, 2026
Scaling sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) is one of the central challenges facing the aviation sector. Meeting this challenge requires collaboration across the value chain, supported by credible frameworks that enable new ways of bringing SAF to market.
Swedavia, the owner of 10 Swedish airports, continues to support the aviation industry’s transition by inviting other stakeholders to participate in its annual procurement of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF).
Par Pacific Holdings Inc. on Feb. 24 confirmed commissioning is underway on a biorefinery project under development at the company’s Kapolei refinery in Hawaii that will add 61 MMgy of capacity to produce renewable diesel, SAF and associated biofuels.
Calumet Inc. on Feb. 27 confirmed that the MaxSAF expansion at its Montana Renewables facility remains on track to be operational in the second quarter of 2026. The project will boost sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) capacity to 120-150 MMgy.
Total operable U.S. biofuel capacity expanded to 25.323 billion gallons per year in December with gains for ethanol, according to data released by the U.S. Energy Information Administration on Feb. 27.
SAF Magazine, in collaboration with the Commercial Aviation Alternative Fuels Initiative, has announced the 2026 North American SAF Conference & Expo will take place Aug. 25-27, in Tacoma, Washington, at the Greater Tacoma Convention Center.
Eni has announced it will proceed with plans to convert certain units of the Sannazzaro de’ Burgondi refinery into a biorefinery that can produce 550,000 metric tons per year of feedstock, with the flexibility to produce SAF and renewable diesel.
EcoCeres Inc. on Feb.27 urged European policymakers and aviation stakeholders to keep the EU SAF market open and competitive, cautioning that potential trade defense measures on imported SAF could undermine EU climate objectives
Topsoe has signed an agreement with Petrobras. Under this agreement, Topsoe will deliver technology and services for a potential facility at Petrobras’ Boaventura Energy Complex, located in Itaboraí, in the state of Rio de Janeiro in Brazil.
The California Legislative Analyst’s Office, the state legislature’s nonpartisan fiscal and policy advisor, on Feb. 24 recommended state lawmakers do not move forward with California Gov. Gavin Newsom’s proposal to create a SAF tax credit.
U.S. EPA Assistant Administrator for Air and Radiation Aaron Szabo on Feb. 25 announced the agency has submitted the long-awaited rule to set 2026 and 2027 RFS RVOs to the White House Office of Management and Budget.
Approved Oil Company of Brooklyn Inc. on Feb. 20 reported the successful performance of renewable diesel (RD) supplied to New York City agencies throughout one of the most severe winter periods the region has experienced in more than 65 years.
Air bp on Feb. 12 confirmed the signing of a multi-year contract with Airbus, covering the supply of conventional jet fuel, sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) and associated services across Germany and Spain.
The USDA on Feb. 23 opened enrollment for its Farmer Bridge Assistance program, which is providing $11 billion in one-time bridge payments to row crop producers in response to temporary trade market disruptions and increased production costs.
The U.S. EPA on Feb. 19 announced plans to revamp its Clean School Bus program to focus on a wider range of alternative fuels, including renewable natural gas (RNG), biodiesel, renewable diesel and E85.
The U.S. EPA on Feb. 19 released data showing nearly 1.68 billion renewable identification numbers (RINs) were generated under the Renewable Fuel Standard in January, down 9% when compared to 1.84 billion RINs generated in January 2024.
The U.S. EPA on Feb. 19 released data showing five additional SRE petitions have been filed under the RFS during the past month. A total of 31 SRE petitions are currently pending, up from 26 that were pending as of mid-January.
Biodiesel advocates from across Iowa gathered at the state capitol on Feb. 19 for the Iowa Biodiesel Day on the Hill, urging lawmakers to extend and increase the state’s Biodiesel Production Tax Credit.
Bayer on Feb. 19 announced the launch of newgold seed, its first multi-crop seed brand developed specifically for low-carbon intensity crops, designed to help farmers participate directly in the fast-growing biofuels market.
Montana Renewables LLC and World Energy Clean Fuels LLC on Feb. 19 announced a sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) agreement that will deliver more than 70 million gallons of SAF to the market over three years.
The U.S. exported 274,599.2 metric tons of biodiesel and biodiesel blends of B30 and greater in 2025, down 55% when compared to 2024. Biodiesel imports were at 112,907.3 metric tons for the year, down 92%.
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