At the University of Missouri, plant biochemist Jay Thelen is using arabidopsis as a powerful model to explore ways to boost oil production — an important step toward creating more sustainable, plant-based energy sources.
Provectus Biofuels Inc. on July 30 announced the company has signed a letter of intent with the Town of Vegreville in Alberta to develop a biofuel facility that will convert wheat straw into renewable jet fuel (RJF).
Iowa farmers have a new market opportunity for their 2025 soybean crop. Landus is expanding its Clean Fuel Regulation initiative, made possible by recent policy changes expected to increase Canada's demand for liquid biofuel.
The Renewable Transport Fuels Association on Aug. 4 issued a statement calling for the U.K.’s SAF mandate to be amended to make British bioethanol eligible. It should fall within the HEFA cap, according to the RTFA.
Sens. Amy Klobuchar, D-Minn., and Jerry Moran, R-Kan., on July 31 announced the introduction of the Ag BIO Act. The legislation aims to update the USDA’s loan guarantee program to better support biorefining projects.
XCF Global Inc. on Aug. 5announced it leverages Alfa Laval Inc. pretreatment technology at its New Rise Reno biorefinery, a sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) plant located in Nevada. The pretreatment technology enhances feedstock flexibility at the plant.
U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke L. Rollins on Aug. 1 announced the opening of a 30-day public comment period for stakeholders to provide feedback on the department’s reorganization plan, as outlined in the memorandum released July 24.
Sen. Chuck Grassley, R-Iowa, on July 31 pressed Derek Theurer, President Donald Trump’s nominee to serve as under secretary of the U.S. Department of Treasury, on the expected timeline for the release of 45Z guidance.
LG Chem and Enilive have taken a major step toward biofuels growth by breaking ground on Korea’s first hydrotreated vegetable oil (HVO) and sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) production plant in LG Chem’s Daesan Chemical Complex.
Avfuel Corp., the leading independent supplier of aviation fuel and services, is expanding its sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) footprint with the addition of a new, strategic supply point in Denver, Colorado—the first of its kind in the region.
Rayonier Advanced Materials Inc. on July 31 announced the signing of a MOU with GranBio LLC to jointly explore the development of a small-scale commercial cellulosic sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) facility co-located at RYAM’s Jesup, Georgia site.
CVR Energy Inc. on July 30 reported its renewables segment achieved increased throughput during Q2 despite unplanned downtime but reported a net loss of $11 million. The company expects to retroactively claim the 45Z credit for volumes produced.
Total U.S. operable biofuels production capacity expanded in May, with gains for renewable diesel and a small decrease for ethanol, according to data released by the U.S. Energy Information Administration. Feedstock consumption was up.
SAF-producer XCF Global Inc. on July 28 announced it has signed an exclusive, non-binding indication of intent (IOI) with a renewable fuels infrastructure and feedstock solutions company based in the western U.S.
The European Commission on July 28 approved a €36 million ($41.07 million) Danish state aid scheme designed to encourage airlines operating in Denmark to use sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) on domestic routes.
Domestic production of SAF to meet 30% of New Zealand's jet fuel needs by 2050 could generate NZD 1.3 billion in GVA and create 5,700 jobs, while also strengthening fuel security, according to a Cyan Ventures study supported by Boeing.
The Civil Aviation Decarbonization Organization, and 4AIR announced a strategic collaboration between their respective SAF registries. The collaboration's key focus is on interoperability to enhance data integrity and mitigate double issuance risks.
The U.S. EPA on July 29 released a proposed rule to repeal the agency’s 2009 Endangerment Finding, which forms the legal basis for the agency’s GHG regulations. The proposal also aims to repeal all GHG regulations for motor vehicles and engines.
Chevron Lummus Global announced a successful commercial test for coprocessing biogenic feedstocks and fossil feedstocks at INA Group's Rijeka Refinery in Croatia. SAF and renewable diesel were produced during the test.
Phillips 66 on July 25 released Q2 financial results, reporting the company’s Rodeo Renewable Energy Complex in California continues to run at reduced rates due to market conditions. Pre-tax income for the renewables segment was up when compared to Q1.
ATOBA Energy and Air Moana are partnering to implement scalable solutions for the supply of SAF. The collaboration aims to ensure long-term SAF availability while supporting local initiatives to develop sustainable fuel production in Tahiti.
While final IRS guidance is still pending, the foundation of the 45Z program is well defined. Clean fuel producers should no longer be waiting; they can now move forward with critical planning and preparation, according to EcoEngineers.
The USGC recently sponsored South Korea SAF experts to tour the U.S. alcohol-to-jet Fuel (ATJ) technology supply chain. Participants met with stakeholders ranging from low-CI corn farmers to ATJ SAF production technology companies and airlines.
Neste Corp. on July 24 released second quarter results, reporting record quarterly renewable product sales volumes despite weaker margins. SAF sales were up nearly 80% when compared to the first quarter of 2025.
Valero Energy Corp. on July 24 released second quarter results, reporting a profitable three-month period for its ethanol segment. The renewable diesel segment posted a loss, but the company’s new sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) unit operated well.
The IRS on July 21 published a notice announcing the 2025 calendar-year inflation adjustment factor for the Section 45Z clen fuel production credit. The resulting adjustment boosts maximum the value of the credit by approximately 6%.
The U.S. Senate on July 23 voted 48 to 47 to confirm the appointment of Aaron Szabo to serve as assistant administrator of the U.S. EPA’s Office of Air and Radiation. Biofuel groups are congratulating him on his appointment.
Moeve (formerly Cepsa) and Zaffra, a joint venture between Sasol and Topsoe, has signed an MOU that will see the Spanish energy firm and the Amsterdam based e-SAF developer take a step forward to advance European aviation fuel decarbonization.
U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke L. Rollins on July 24 announced the reorganization of the USDA, refocusing its core operations to better align with its founding mission of supporting American farming, ranching, and forestry.
The U.S. Department of Energy’s Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy is soliciting public comments on a preliminary plan for determining provisional emissions rates (PER) for the purposes of the 45Z clean fuel production credit.
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