Following the signing of the supply contract at the end of 2021, SAF produced at OMV's Schwechat refinery was delivered in March 2022 to the Vienna International Airport for fueling Austrian Airlines' aircraft.
Neste, Altens and TRAPIL have collaborated to enable the first-ever transport of renewable diesel by a pipeline in Europe. With a pipeline transport, the GHG emissions were reduced by 92 percent compared to conventional logistics by tanker trucks.
On April 12, Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack announced steps the USDA is taking to implement President Biden's plan to enable energy independence by boosting homegrown biofuels, including HBIIP grants and SAF initiatives.
The U.S. exported 15,689 metric tons of biodiesel and biodiesel blends of B30 and greater in February, according to data released by the USDA on April 5. Biodiesel imports for the month were at 17,992 metric tons.
The U.S. exported 15,689 metric tons of biodiesel and biodiesel blends of B30 and greater in February, according to data released by the USDA on April 5. Biodiesel imports for the month were at 17,992 metric tons.
The Illinois Soybean Growers is celebrating the passage of the organization's B20 legislation by the Illinois Senate. The bill transitions the sales tax incentive from 10 percent biodiesel blends to 19 percent.
British Airways has taken delivery of the first batch of sustainable aviation fuel produced by Phillips 66 Ltd., making it the first airline in the world to start using sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) produced on a commercial scale in the U.K.
EIA projects US renewable diesel supply will surpass biodiesel
By U.S. Energy Information Administration
March 24, 2022
The U.S. Energy Information Administration's Annual Energy Outlook 2022 refernece case projects that renewable diesel supply (domestic production and net imports) will exceed biodiesel supply in the near term.
The U.S. Department of Commerce's International Trade Administration has announced its Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency Advisory Committee will hold a virtual meeting on March 31. The event is open to the public, but registration is required.
Legislation introduced in the Minnesota House of Representatives on March 17 aims to create a reimbursement program that would help fuel retailers install equipment compatible with higher blends of ethanol and biodiesel.
The U.S. EPA in holding webinars on March 23 and April 6 related to its January 2022 announcement that the agency is launching a new initiative under the TSCA that aims to streamline the review of new biobased fuels and chemicals.
Neste and bp on March 21 each announced agreements with DHL Express for the supply of approximately 400 million liters of SAF. The agreements will help DHL Group reach its goal of using a 30 percent SAF blend for all air transport by 2030.
Reps. Angie Craig, D-Minn.; Randy Feenstra, R-Iowa; Cheri Bustos, D-Ill.; and Ashley Hinson, R-Iowa, on March 21 introduced the Home Front Energy Independence Act, a bill that aims to expand access to biofuels and ban Russian oil.
British Airways will use sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) produced on a commercial scale in the U.K. after signing a multi-year agreement with Phillips 66 Limited, which will produce SAF at its Humber Refinery near Immingham.
The U.S. exported 26,383.6 metric tons of biodiesel and biodiesel blends of B30 or greater in January, down from 28,666.9 metric tons the previous month, but up from 21,497.6 metric tons in January 2021, according to data released by the USDA.
2022 International Fuel Ethanol Workshop & Expo agenda released
By BBI International
March 11, 2022
Ethanol Producer Magazine has announced the preliminary agenda for the 2022 International Fuel Ethanol Workshop & Expo (FEW) and co-located events taking place June 13-15, 2022, at the Minneapolis Convention Center in Minneapolis, Minnesota.
The City of Madison, Wisconsin will soon be seeing emissions reductions after converting 17 of their fleet vehicles to operate on 100 percent biodiesel, thanks to their partnership with Optimus Technologies and Renewable Energy Group.
Sens. Joni Ernst, R-Iowa, and Amy Klobuchar, D-Minn., on March 9 introduced the Home Front Energy Independence Act, a bill that aims to put into a law a ban on Russian oil and includes provisions to increase the use of biodiesel and other biofuels.
Iowa's congressional delegation is urging the Biden administration to expand the production and potential export of ethanol and biodiesel to meet global energy needs as the U.S. and its allies look to decrease reliance on Russian oil.
The FAA is accepting applications for up to $1 billion in funding offered through the newly established Airport Terminal Program. Projects that support terminal development related to SAF are among those eligible to apply for the program.
Renewable Energy Group Inc. released fourth quarter 2021 financial results on March 1, reporting increased renewable diesel production for the period. Biodiesel sales were down slightly, while revenue was up significantly.
Marathon Petroleum and Neste on March 1 announced they have entered into definitive agreements to form a 50/50 joint venture to produce renewable diesel following a conversion project at Marathon's existing refinery in Martinez, California.
Chevron Corp. on Feb. 28 announced a definitive agreement to acquire REG. Chevron cited REG's expertise in feedstock sourcing and market access as two factors that make the transaction an attractive way to boost Chevron's renewable fuels business.
Neste and ITOCHU Corp. have expanded their partnership to grow the availability of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) in Japan. In the expanded partnership, ITOCHU acts as the branded distributor of Neste MY Sustainable Aviation Fuel in Japan.
Soybean farmers, biodiesel producers and other supporters met with Iowa state senators on Feb. 15, urging them to vote for a bill to increase consumer access to higher biofuel blends like 20 percent biodiesel (B20).
Neste released Q4 financial results on Feb. 10, reporting that the company's renewable products business segment achieved improve sales volumes and sales margins despite several scheduled shutdowns, a weaker U.S. dollar and higher fixed costs.
An Iowa bill that aims to increase consumer access to E15 and B20 is one step closer to implementation. The legislation was approved by the Senate Agriculture Committee on Feb. 8, clearing the way for a full Senate vote.
The U.S. exported 28,666.9 metric tons of biodiesel and biodiesel blends of B30 and greater in December, up from both 13,970.8 metric tons the previous month and 9,088.1 metric tons in December 2020, according to data released by the USDA.
The U.S. Energy Information Administration is providing new forecasts for biodiesel, renewable diesel and other biofuels, including renewable jet fuel and renewable naphtha, starting with the February edition of its Short-Term Energy Outlook.
The Iowa House of Representatives on Feb. 2 voted 82 to 10 in favor of legislation introduced by Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds in January that aims to increase consumer access for higher blends of ethanol and biodiesel.
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