In Washington, U.S. ethanol exports in March rose 4% to 217.8 million gallons (mg). Canada and the European Union accounted for roughly 6 out of every 10 gallons shipped, with the remainder distributed across an additional 11 markets. Shipments to Canada increased 23% to 75.1 mg, reinforcing its position as the leading destination for denatured […]
In Washington, Growth Energy released new data showing that fuel retailers sold nearly 2.5 billion gallons of E15 in 2025, underscoring the growing demand for a lower-cost fuel option that could save drivers more than $150 million this summer alone. E15, sometimes seen as UNL 88 at the pump, is a fuel blend made with 15% American ethanol that can be used […]
In the UK, X-Press Feeders signed an LOI with UK clean-energy firm PuriFire Energy to explore offtake and co-development of bio-methanol for shipping. PuriFire’s initial facilities aim to produce 10,000–15,000 metric tons per year, while partners will study larger port-based production across the UK and Europe. X-Press, which launched green-methanol routes in Europe in 2024, […]
In the Netherlands, Fastmarkets has launched crude palm oil mill effluent (POME), CIF Amsterdam, Rotterdam, Antwerp (ARA), $/ton assessment on Thursday April 30, to provide greater transparency in a growing European market for advanced biofuel feedstocks. Demand for waste-based feedstocks for both Renewable Energy Directive (RED) Annex IX A and Annex IX B has been […]
In North Carolina, BASF and Nutrien announced a strategic collaboration designed to help farmers gain more value from sustainable farming practices already in use. Under this collaboration, Nutrien agronomists will work directly with growers to optimize yield potential using practical, on-farm sustainability practices. BASF digital tools – xarvio FIELD MANAGER and xarvio BIOENERGY – will […]
In Kazakhstan, KZ Kursiv reported that a waste incineration project by Junxin Environmental Protection is moving forward in Almaty, with construction planned in the city’s Alatau district. The facility is designed to process up to 2,000 tons of waste per day and generate as much as 60 megawatts of electricity, which will be supplied to […]
In Indonesia, Indonesia Business Post reported that Indonesia is set to accelerate its waste-to-energy push, with Danantara preparing to tender six Pengolah Sampah menjadi Energi Listrik (PSEL) projects in 2026. The initiative forms part of a broader government plan to cut national waste volumes by up to 33,000 tons per day by 2029, equivalent to […]
In India, BioEnergy Times reported that the European Biodiesel Board (EBB) published its policy priorities to accelerate investments, scale up production and increase the competitiveness of bioSAF in the EU. The EBB represents European producers of Biodiesel (FAME and HVO) and bio-based aviation fuel (HEFA). The association stresses that maintaining the overall ambition of EU […]
In Belgium, the European Commission reported that a new Bioeconomy Investment Group is being set up to help Europe’s sustainable industries secure the funding they need to grow. The group aims to reduce financial risks for investors, create clear funding standards, and bring together public and private money. Despite already supporting 17 million jobs, many […]
In the UK, Guangdong Liquid Sunshine has selected Johnson Matthey (JM) as a technology partner for its first commercial-scale project – a biomethanol plant planned in Tiandong County, Guangxi. The two companies, alongside the East China Engineering Science and Technology Co. (ECEC), have also committed to work on future project opportunities together. The Guangxi plant […]
