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Biofuels

U.S. EPA says it is auditing biofuel producers' used cooking oil supply

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has launched investigations into the supply chains of at least two renewable fuel producers amid industry concerns that some may be using fraudulent feedstocks for biodiesel to secure lucrative government subsidies.

U.S. imports of renewable diesel increased in the early months of 2024

In the first five months of 2024, U.S. imports of renewable diesel averaged 30,000 bpd, approaching the monthly record set in May 2023.

NextChem to conduct a feasibility study for a 60,000-tpy SAF plant in Indonesia

NextChem (Sustainable Technology Solutions) has been awarded a feasibility study, along with PT Tripatra Engineers and Constructors, for a 60,000-tpy sustainable aviation fuel project located in Sei Mangkei, Indonesia.

Indonesia's biodiesel consumption at 6.12 MM kiloliters in first half of 2024

Indonesia's biodiesel consumption in the first half of 2024 reached 6.12 MM kiloliters, data from the energy ministry showed on Friday.

Verbio launches ethanol production at its biorefinery plant in Iowa (U.S.)

Verbio has commenced the commercial production of corn-based ethanol at its biorefinery facility in Nevada, Iowa.

NextChem to provide NX CPO technology to SAF pilot plant in Italy

NextChem will provide the license and the proprietary equipment related to its NX CPOTM technology to Saras’ SAF pilot facility in Sarroch (Sardinia).

Illimity Bank provides financing for ISAB refinery upgrade in Italy

Illimity Bank said it had structured a financing deal worth more than 400 MM euros for Italian refinery ISAB, which plans to reduce the environmental impact of its activities under a 1.4-B euro investment plan.

Ampol, Graincorp collaborate for potential renewable fuels plant in Australia

The companies inked a memorandum of understanding (MoU), under which Graincorp will supply feedstock to produce sustainable aviation fuel and renewable diesel at the Lytton refinery.

Brazil's JBS supplies animal waste for production of sustainable aviation fuel

Brazilian meatpacker is supplying animal waste from its operations abroad for the production of renewable aviation fuels and is studying a similar initiative in Brazil through the Friboi brand.

United is first airline to purchase SAF for O'Hare Int'l airport (Chicago, U.S.)

United Airlines will purchase 1 MMgal of sustainable aviation fuel from Neste for use at Chicago's O'Hare International Airport.