Tag: Arkansas

FutureFuel may retart biodiesel production during Q4 2025

FutureFuel may retart biodiesel production during Q4 2025

October 16, 2025 |

In Arkansas, FutureFuel believes there has been a slight improvement in the input market for biodiesel, partially driven by record soybean crops and limited export demand for soybeans, which together with greater clarity around the support provided to Biodiesel producers under IRA 45Z, it has become a bit more optimistic that, subject to market conditions, […]

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University of Arkansas biofuel startup wins $20,000 at national competition

University of Arkansas biofuel startup wins $20,000 at national competition

May 26, 2024 |

In Arkansas, The University of Arkansas (U of A) reported that a U of A startup focused on creating alternative fuels was one of three national winners at a pitch competition organized by the U.S. Department of Energy.  ProPika, which uses its patented technology to process cellulose so fuel producers can transform billions of tons […]

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Greenlab taps Ginkgo for enzymes to remediate “forever chemicals”

Greenlab taps Ginkgo for enzymes to remediate “forever chemicals”

December 25, 2023 |

In Arkansas, Greenlab has tapped Boston-based strain developer Ginkgo Bioworks to discover a novel enzyme to biodegrade PFAS, a group of “forever chemicals” implicated in adverse health impacts. Specifically, Greenlab has partnered with Ginkgo Enzyme Services, which provides companies with end-to-end enzyme discovery and optimization R&D services. Under the terms of the agreement, Ginkgo will […]

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