Category: Fuels

BioMADE invests $21M in 14 new bioindustrial projects

BioMADE invests $21M in 14 new bioindustrial projects

April 29, 2026 |

In Minnesota,  BioMADE announced 14 cutting-edge new projects that will support the growth and development of the U.S. bioindustrial manufacturing industry. These projects will support the manufacture of innovative bio-based products like a lithium biosorbent for biomining; plastics for 3D printing; proteins for wound healing and chemical defense; biosensors for disease detection; and more. They will leverage state-of-the-art methodologies like machine learning, AI, and advanced new sensors and purification systems. Projects will also support the development of the needed biomanufacturing workforce through projects that are easing the transition for veterans […]

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EU ethanol markets preparing for Mercosur flows starting May 1

EU ethanol markets preparing for Mercosur flows starting May 1

April 29, 2026 |

In the Netherlands, Platts reports European ethanol markets are preparing for Mercosur import flows starting May 1 under a new EU trade agreement that introduces tariff-rate quotas for ethanol. Market participants are closely monitoring early quota uptake amid uncertainty over pricing dynamics. Currently, most EU countries use E10 fuel, but policy momentum is building toward […]

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Bridgestone and Penske share findings from first lab results of low carbon tires

Bridgestone and Penske share findings from first lab results of low carbon tires

April 29, 2026 |

In Tennessee, Bridgestone Americas (Bridgestone) and Penske Transportation Solutions (Penske) announced the findings of the first phase of their shared initiative, the Decarbonization Lab (Lab). The Lab was designed to identify and validate commercially viable, near-term solutions that help reduce CO₂ emissions for commercial fleets under real-world conditions. Penske and Bridgestone plan to continue refining […]

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Brazilian researchers to begin testing B15 and B20 in May

Brazilian researchers to begin testing B15 and B20 in May

April 29, 2026 |

In Brazil, Reuters reports researchers at Brazil’s Mauá Institute of Technology will begin testing higher biodiesel blends in diesel starting in May, focusing on B15 and B20 fuels. Brazil already mandates 15% biodiesel in diesel and 30% ethanol in gasoline, reflecting its strong biofuels sector based on soy and sugarcane. The initiative comes amid global […]

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EBRD signs MOU with Jordan to support renewables including green hydrogen

EBRD signs MOU with Jordan to support renewables including green hydrogen

April 29, 2026 |

In Jordan, the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Jordan’s Ministry of Planning and International Cooperation, Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources, and its National Electric Power Company (NEPCO) to support the country’s green transition.  The MoU establishes a strategic framework for cooperation that is focused […]

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Sasol achieves ISCC+ certification for UCO-based SAF and renewable diesel

Sasol achieves ISCC+ certification for UCO-based SAF and renewable diesel

April 28, 2026 |

In South Africa, Sasol has achieved ISCC+ certification for the production of Sustainable Aviation Fuel and Renewable Diesel through used cooking oil and vegetable oil co‑processing at Natref, as well as certified sustainable chemicals production at Secunda Operations. The certification strengthens Sasol’s readiness to supply certified fuels and chemicals into domestic, premium and export markets, […]

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BASF and Nut team up to connect farmers to biorefineries and document CI

BASF and Nut team up to connect farmers to biorefineries and document CI

April 28, 2026 |

In North Carolina, BASF and Nutrien Ltd.® 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 – […]

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Gas Malaysia and Wasco Greenergy to study industrial use of biomass-fired steam systems

Gas Malaysia and Wasco Greenergy to study industrial use of biomass-fired steam systems

April 28, 2026 |

In Malaysia, The Edge Malaysia reports Gas Malaysia and Wasco Greenergy signed an MOU to study biomass-fired steam systems for industrial use in Peninsular Malaysia. The partnership will evaluate on-site, centralized, and hybrid biomass–natural gas solutions to improve cost efficiency and support lower-carbon energy adoption. The study will assess demand, locations, feedstock supply, and scalable […]

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Shell puts partially-built Rotterdam blue H2 and biofuels project up for sale

Shell puts partially-built Rotterdam blue H2 and biofuels project up for sale

April 28, 2026 |

In the Netherlands, Gas World reports Shell has put its partially built blue hydrogen and biofuels project in Rotterdam up for sale after deciding not to resume construction in 2025. The facility, launched in 2021, was designed to produce sustainable aviation fuel, renewable diesel, and blue hydrogen, but was halted due to weak competitiveness after […]

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Vietnam’s Dung Quat ethanol plant resumes production

Vietnam’s Dung Quat ethanol plant resumes production

April 28, 2026 |

In Vietnam, Viet News Agency reports that after a long shutdown, Vietnam’s Dung Quat bio-ethanol plant resumed operations in early 2026 and produced its first batch of E100 ethanol. Operated by BSR-BF, the restart followed maintenance and repairs completed through a partnership signed in 2025. The plant has reached about 75% capacity and aims to […]

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