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MASH Makes’ Upgraded CNSL passes critical lab engine test

MASH Makes’ Upgraded CNSL passes critical lab engine test

January 6, 2026 |

In Denmark, MASH Makes’ Upgraded CNSL fuel has passed acritical lab engine test that confirms its readiness for marine use without the reliability issues traditionally associated with CNSL-based fuels. In recent years, CNSL, a fuel made from cashew nut shell liquid (CNSL), emerged as a promising, but at times unreliable alternative to existing biofuels. Its […]

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South Dakota opens application period for E15 Fuel Tax Refund Program

South Dakota opens application period for E15 Fuel Tax Refund Program

January 6, 2026 |

In South Dakota, the South Dakota Governor’s Office of Economic Development (GOED) has opened the application period for the E15 Fuel Tax Refund Program. Applications will be accepted Jan. 1–30, 2026. The program provides a refund of up to 5 cents per gallon for ethanol blended gasoline classified as E15 that was sold and dispensed in […]

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Landowners against Summit Carbon Solution’s pipeline seek reconsideration of latest court ruling

Landowners against Summit Carbon Solution’s pipeline seek reconsideration of latest court ruling

January 6, 2026 |

In Iowa, the Iowa Capital Dispatch newspaper reports that landowners who have been fighting against Summit Carbon Solution’s carbon sequestration pipeline and their attempts to use iminent domain to secure the land required for the project have filed a motion for reconsideration with the Polk County District Court regarding its ruling in December. That ruling […]

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BASF, Essity and TU Wien pilot gasification of absorbent hygiene products

BASF, Essity and TU Wien pilot gasification of absorbent hygiene products

January 6, 2026 |

In Germany, BASF and Essity joined forces together with the Technical University of Wien to revolutionize recycling of absorbent hygiene products (AHP). The groundbreaking gasification pilot project proves that used diapers and other absorbent hygiene products can be transformed into valuable raw materials for new chemical products – no complex pre-treatment required. The resulting gas […]

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Illinois researchers develop tool allowing them to watch and quantify plants breathing

Illinois researchers develop tool allowing them to watch and quantify plants breathing

January 6, 2026 |

In Illinois, researchers at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign have developed a groundbreaking new tool that allows them to watch and quantify how plants breathe through stomata in real-time and under strictly controlled environmental conditions. The study, published in the journal Plant Physiology, introduces a system dubbed “Stomata In-Sight.” It solves a long-standing technical challenge […]

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Canada’s Biofuels Production Incentive took effect on Jan.1

Canada’s Biofuels Production Incentive took effect on Jan.1

January 6, 2026 |

In Canada, “The Biofuels Production Incentive takes effect today, providing immediate support to protect Canadian biofuel production capacity and strengthen Canada’s energy security,” said Fred Ghatala, President of Advanced Biofuels Canada Association. “The Biofuels Production Incentive was announced by Prime Minister Carney on September 5, 2025, and (Jan. 1, 2026) marks the shift from policy […]

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Petrobras and Vale agree to a B15 deal for mining operations in Minas Gerais

Petrobras and Vale agree to a B15 deal for mining operations in Minas Gerais

January 5, 2026 |

In Brazil, Petrobras and Vale have signed a contract for the supply of diesel in operations of the mining company in Minas Gerais. The agreement involves the supply of diesel S10, produced by Petrobras, with the addition of the mandatory portion of biodiesel, currently at 15%. The agreement also provides for low-carbon business development opportunities, […]

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Argus launches daily assessments of Dutch renewable fuel ticket prices

Argus launches daily assessments of Dutch renewable fuel ticket prices

January 5, 2026 |

In the UK, Argus has launched a new suite of renewable fuel ticket prices for the Netherlands. The country is gearing up to implement the latest update to the EU’s Renewable Energy Directive (RED III) and is switching over from mandating a specific share of renewable energy in transport to an overall emissions savings mandate. […]

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HPCL inaugurates UCO co-processing SAF demo at Visakh Refinery

HPCL inaugurates UCO co-processing SAF demo at Visakh Refinery

January 5, 2026 |

In India, HPCL has inaugurated the demonstration of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) production at Visakh Refinery through the co-processing of Used Cooking Oil in the Full Conversion Hydrocracker Unit. The initiative integrates bio-feedstock up to ASTM-permitted limits using existing refinery infrastructure, producing SAF that meets aviation fuel quality standards. With a roadmap to produce 10,000 […]

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Moeve teams with Pretium Renovables to develop 6 Spanish biomethane projects

Moeve teams with Pretium Renovables to develop 6 Spanish biomethane projects

January 5, 2026 |

In Spain, Moeve is taking a new step in its biomethane roadmap by signing a strategic agreement with Pretium Renovables to promote the development of this renewable gas in Spain. The energy company has brought in this company, which specializes in developing biomethane projects, as a strategic partner to promote between four and six new plants, each with […]

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