Increased Renewable Diesel Production is Attracting Competition for Soybean Oil
While normal people were getting ready to go out for a night of Halloween fun, this market nerd was poring over a report from the U.S. Energy Department (DOE) entitled U.S. Feedstocks Consumed for Production of Biofuels. The report showed another big month for soybean oil as 1.197 billion pounds were used to make biofuels […]
Cold Flow Operability: Overcoming A Chilling Challenge
If you’ve ever tried to start your diesel engine when temperatures are well below freezing, you’ve likely experienced the chilling sound of silence as your key turns in the ignition. This is a common scenario in the Midwest, where frigid mornings can catch even the most seasoned heavy-duty machinery operators off guard. Whether using petroleum […]
DOE Requests Information on Rail Decarbonization
Recognizing that the rail sector generates two percent of U.S. transportation greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, the Department of Energy (DOE) has released the Progression to Net-Zero Emission Propulsion Technologies for the Rail Sector request for information (RFI) to understand applicable decarbonization strategies. The purpose of this RFI is to solicit feedback from industry, academia, research laboratories, government […]
Transportation Energy Institute’s 2024 TEI Conference to Take Place in Minneapolis
Believe it or not, May is just around the corner! The Transportation Energy Institute (TEI) is already well into planning its annual conference, to be held at the Minneapolis Loews on May 13-15, 2024. The theme of this year’s conference is “Innovation for Sustainable Transportation.” The agenda encompasses all aspects of transportation energy. Here are […]
Webinar: Reducing Emissions Through Renewable Diesel
On this webinar Empire Clean Cities explored the impactful role of renewable diesel in reducing fleet’s carbon footprint. As the transportation industry shifts towards sustainable practices, understanding the benefits, production processes, and applications of renewable fuels is crucial for fleet managers. Discover how integrating renewable fuels can not only contribute to environmental conservation but also enhance […]
Renewable Diesel Feedstock Trends over 2011-2022
The growth in renewable diesel production capacity in the U.S. was dramatic in recent years, with capacity in the last two years expanding by 1.8 billion gallons, or 225 percent (farmdoc daily, March 8, 2023). One of the most discussed and debated aspects of the renewable diesel boom is its impact on feedstock markets, such as […]