In California, Renewable Fuels Association on Monday filed comments with the California Air Resources Board regarding proposed modifications to the state’s Low Carbon Fuel Standard, including CARB’s decision to maintain “unnecessary and unworkable” feedstock sustainability criteria. RFA also shared a new analysis examining the decrease in cropland needed to meet California ethanol demand since the […]
In California, Buscar Company, a diversified holding company focused on natural resources and sustainable energy, has acquired a 50% stake in hemp bioplastics makter Terramer through a strategic stock swap transaction. Terramer has developed TERBO-1000, a proprietary hemp-based bioplastic that is 100% biodegradable within 180 days and leaves no microplastic residue. The company operates a […]
In California, Metro Ports says a significant environmental milestone in their voluntary efforts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. A new review of their 2023-2024 emissions data confirms that its transition to renewable diesel (R99) has led to an 85% reduction in carbon emissions from Metro’s Port of Long Beach operations. By switching from conventional diesel to […]
In California, Aemetis, Inc. says its production of renewable natural gas (RNG) increased 55% in March compared to February. RNG production from anaerobic dairy digesters increases during periods of warmer weather due to improved temperatures for microbial activity that converts organic material into biomethane and the higher production quantity is expected to continue through the summer. […]
In California, Happy Campers, a leader in gluten-free organic baked goods, will use Verde Bioresins’ biobased, biodegradable, recyclable and FDA-compliant line of PolyEarthylene resins in its packaging. Specifically, the material will be used for Happy Campers’ gluten-free breads and buns. Unlike conventional plastic bags, the material allows naturally occurring landfill microbes to attach and convert […]
In California, to support Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) production goals and increase feedstock availability, Universal Fuel Technologies (Unifuel) has completed a successful five-month pilot project. The campaign demonstrated the effectiveness and viability of the company’s Flexiforming technology in producing SAF that is chemically comparable to conventional jet fuel from various renewable feedstocks. The project was […]
In California, Shiru, an AI-powered ingredient discovery firm, and GreenLab, a pioneer in plant-based protein expression, have partnered to commercialize novel food proteins using GreenLab’s proprietary corn expression system. The collaboration expands Shiru’s manufacturing capabilities, complementing discovery capabilities with a high-yield, scalable manufacturing platform that extends beyond microbial and precision fermentation. This partnership enables a […]
In California, Plural announced a new private placement offering by Opdyke Class A. The project features a 20 MWAC solar and 97 MWh battery microgrid delivering electricity to a co-located renewable biofuels facility in Hockley County, Texas, owned by a global energy and commodities firm and backed by a multi-billion investment management company. Through Plural’s securities […]
In California, Mote announced the successful first close of its Series A funding round, securing $7 million in investment led by Nella Next and Preston-Werner Ventures. The round also included Counteract and other strategic partners committed to advancing U.S. energy security. This first phase is part of a targeted $15 million Series A funding round. […]
In California, HIF Global has been awarded the first U.S. approval for an e-Fuels pathway. The Tier II Design Pathway Certification, granted under the California Air Resource Board’s (CARB) Low Carbon Fuel Standard (LCFS) Program, strengthens the market for e-Fuels production. HIF’s Tier II Design Pathway Certification includes e-SAF, e-Naphtha, and e-Diesel as opt-in fuels allowing […]
