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The quest for carbon reduction is driving interest in higher biodiesel blends, and Optimus Technologies’ Vector System is enabling diesel engines to transition. A year ago, Steve Howell was focused primarily on advancing B20. Today, B100 is high on his list, thanks to a favorable 1.3 million-mile fleet trial using new biodiesel technology alongside a …

B100 Breakthrough Providing Boost for Biodiesel Read More »

This two-part webinar series is presented by Utah Clean Cities, Long Beach Clean Cities, San Fransisco Clean City, East Bay Clean Cities, Western Washington Clean Cities and Columbia-Willamette Clean Cities coalitions. Several Clean Cities coalitions came together to host an “Intro to Renewable Liquid Fuels” webinar series in June 2020. The first part of the …

Webinar: Intro to Renewable Liquid Fuels, Part 1 & 2 Read More »

Clean Fuels & Products Shot™: Alternative Sources for Carbon-based Products To significantly reduce the negative impacts of greenhouse gas emissions (GHGs) from carbon-based fuels and products critical to our way of life, the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) launched the Clean Fuels & Products ShotTM. The seventh initiative associated with DOE’s Energy EarthshotsTM, this Shot …

U.S. Department of Energy Launches Clean Fuels and Products Shot Initiative Read More »

High Quality of Today’s Biodiesel Bodes Well for the Future JEFFERSON CITY, MO – Based on compelling new biodiesel fuel quality data from some of the nation’s top research institutions, ASTM International has approved a new Low Metals (LM) grade of biodiesel in D6751, the ASTM specification for low-carbon B100 biodiesel used as a blendstock with middle …

Cooperative Industry Research Pivotal for New Low Metals Grade of B100 Biodiesel Read More »

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Diverse stakeholders support fuels made from renewable resources ST. JOHNS, Michigan (May 23, 2023) – The Michigan Soybean Committee announces three new stakeholders in the Michigan Advanced Biofuels Coalition (MiABC). Formed in 2022, MiABC works to increase understanding and adoption of biodiesel and other advanced biofuels produced from renewable resources such as …

Three New Companies Join Michigan Advanced Biofuels Coalition Read More »

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) awarded $3 million in funding for two projects to improve local community waste-to-energy processes and infrastructure. These projects will explore new approaches to beneficially reuse the waste streams as energy, nutrients, and other resources. In addition to several other projects selected in FY22 from the Waste Feedstocks and Conversion R&D funding opportunity, these projects …

DOE Announces $3 Million for Waste-to-Energy Community-Driven Solutions Read More »

The Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) movement has taken the corporate world by storm in recent years as government regulations and an increasing percentage of consumers demand action to address climate change and global inequity. In response, many companies have made public commitments to address greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions and set detailed plans to achieve …

Demand for Biomass-based Diesel Fuels Presents a Growing Opportunity Read More »

The Michigan Advanced Biofuels Coalition attended and sponsored the 2023 High Performance Low Carbon Liquid Fuels Summit in Speedway, Indiana, last week. The event was designed to foster an environment of industry expert collaboration and networking around ethanol, biodiesel, and the liquid fuels sector by bringing together stakeholders from across the fuels industry – from …

Michigan Advanced Biofuels Coalition Sponsors and Attends Fuels Summit Read More »

By Maria Gerveni, Scott Irwin, and Todd Hubbs of farmdoc daily. The growth in renewable diesel production capacity in the U.S. has been dramatic in recent years, with capacity in just the last two years expanding by 1.8 billion gallons, or 225 percent (farmdoc daily, March 8, 2023).  The boom in renewable diesel production may be …

Renewable Diesel and Biodiesel Feedstock Trends Over 2011–2022 Read More »

By Maria Gerveni, Scott Irwin, and Todd Hubbs of farmdoc daily The continued expansion of renewable diesel capacity over the next few years remains dependent on policy and market conditions.  As shown in a previous article, recent growth in production capacity has been dramatic (farmdoc daily, March 8, 2023), with capacity in just the last two …

Overview of the Production Capacity of U.S. Renewable Diesel Plants for 2023 and Beyond Read More »

Experts say biodiesel can help by reducing harmful emissions from diesel-powered vehicles. FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE ST. JOHNS, Michigan (April 20, 2023) – The American Lung Association’s new State of the Air report lists Detroit and Wayne County among the nation’s most highly polluted areas. But experts say that expanded use of biodiesel fuel could help …

Detroit Air Quality Among Worst in U.S., American Lung Association Reports Read More »

The Michigan Advanced Biofuels Coalition (MiABC) partnered with Warner Petroleum Corporation to host MiABC stakeholders with the Michigan Soybean Committee and Michigan Clean Cities Coalition on a tour of Warner’s fuel and asphalt operations in Detroit and Dearborn, Michigan. Participants enjoyed tours of Warner Petroleum’s Waterfront Petroleum Terminal on the Detroit River, railcar operations on …

MiABC Stakeholders Tour Warner Petroleum Operations in Detroit and Dearborn Read More »

The Michigan Advanced Biofuels Coalition (MiABC) and Michigan Soybean Association (MSA) partnered with W2 Fuel to host Michigan state legislators and staff at W2 Fuel’s facility in Adrian, Michigan. The event provided industry experts with an opportunity to inform legislators and staff of the environmental, health, and economic benefits of biodiesel produced in Michigan. Discussions …

MiABC, MSA, and W2 Fuel Host Legislative Tour in Adrian Read More »

By Maria Gerveni, Scott Irwin, and Todd Hubbs of farmdoc daily. Biomass-based diesel has long played an important role in compliance with the U.S. Renewable Fuels (RFS) mandates (e.g., farmdoc daily, July 19, 2017).  The two main types of biomass-based diesel fuels used to comply with the RFS mandates are “biodiesel” and “renewable diesel.”  Historically, biodiesel production …

Biodiesel and Renewable Diesel: What’s the Difference? Read More »

The Michigan Clean Cities Coalition in partnership with Warner Petroleum, the Michigan Advanced Biofuels Coalition, Detroit Wayne County Port Authority, and Southwest Detroit Environmental Vision will host a Clean Ports Workshop on April 13, 2023, from 9:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. The event will be centered around the use of biodiesel and renewable diesel as …

MiABC Partners with Michigan Clean Cities Coalition, Warner Petroleum, Others to Host Clean Ports Workshop Read More »

The Department of Energy today announced $14 million in funding to support and optimize the production of affordable biofuels and biochemicals while significantly reducing carbon emissions. This funding will advance the Biden-Harris administration’s goals to address the climate crisis by building a clean and equitable energy economy and driving innovation in renewable energy and chemicals …

DOE Announces $14 Million to Optimize Production of Affordable Biofuels and Biochemicals Read More »

In response to sustainability goals, the freight rail industry is working to boost the use of lower-carbon intensity fuels in diesel-powered fleets to support global efforts in mitigating climate change. Biodiesel and renewable diesel are two types of biofuels, which are produced from organic materials including plants, agricultural waste and wet waste. While these two …

Argonne, Progress Rail, Test Low-carbon Fuels On The Path To Decarbonizing The Rail Industry Read More »

Made from non-petroleum sources like waste and biomass, sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) has the potential to reduce aviation greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 50 percent or more compared to fossil-derived jet fuel. The aviation industry currently produces 3 percent of total GHG emissions in the United States—equaling about 252 million tons of carbon dioxide (CO2) …

National Renewable Energy Laboratory: Regional Analysis Can Help Accelerate Deployment of SAF Read More »

The Sustainable Aviation Fuel Grand Challenge is the result of the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE), the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT), the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), and other federal government agencies working together to develop a comprehensive strategy for scaling up new technologies to produce sustainable aviation fuels (SAF) on a commercial scale. …

SAF Grand Challenge Roadmap Read More »

WASHINGTON (February 22, 2023) – New survey results highlight American opinions on strategies to mitigate climate change and the best approaches when it comes to fuels and technologies.  “Addressing climate change is a growing focus of governments and the private sector alike. It is important to understand where the American people stand on key issues now being …

Survey: Americans Prefer Market Based Approaches & Consumer Choice to Attack Climate Change Read More »

In a move to foster energy security, cleaner air and more sustainable transportation, the Michigan Soybean Committee has announced the formation of the Michigan Advanced Biofuels Coalition. The new coalition promotes the use of advanced biofuels, including biodiesel, renewable diesel and sustainable aviation fuel. Produced from renewable resources, such as soybean oil and used cooking …

Sandusky Company Part of Biofuels Coalition  Read More »

The Detroit Department of Transportation (DDOT) announced today it is continuing to expand and improve its fleet of buses, adding 10 new cleaner diesel-engine coaches to the fleet today. This is in addition to 28 new coaches added last August. A delivery of 10 more new coaches is expected this spring, which will complete DDOT …

Detroit DOT Adds 10 New Clean Diesel Coaches to Fleet, Continuing Conversion to More Environmentally Friendly Buses Read More »

As the demand for air transportation continues to increase, adding to the climate crisis, increasing research and development of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) provides a critical step towards lowering the U.S. carbon footprint while allowing our economy and way of life to thrive. The Biden-Harris Administration launched the SAF Grand Challenge with the goal of a 50% …

Webinar: DOE’s Progress Toward Meeting the Goals of the Sustainable Aviation Fuel Grand Challenge Read More »

Diverse organizations aim to support biodiesel for a healthier environment FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE ST. JOHNS, Michigan (February 14, 2023) – The Michigan Soybean Committee announces three new stakeholders in the Michigan Advanced Biofuels Coalition (MiABC). Formed in 2022, MiABC promotes use of biodiesel and other advanced biofuels produced from renewable resources such as soybean oil …

Michigan Advanced Biofuels Coalition Adds Three New Members Read More »

As efforts continue to reduce emissions, biodiesel offers drivers today for a cleaner burning fuel.  Pete Probst, President of Indigenous Energy, shares opportunities to increase its use, benefiting the environment and soybean farmers. Originally shared by Brownfield News, January 18, 2022.

Farmer-leaders of the Michigan Soybean Committee (MSC) have named a strategic and experienced new leader. Ben Steyer was named the new Chief Executive Officer of MSC, effective Monday, January 16, 2023. FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE ST. JOHNS, Michigan (January 24, 2023) – In his new role, Steyer will lead MSC in their efforts to ensure a …

Michigan Soybean Committee Names New Leader in the New Year Read More »

The United Soybean Board partnered with Purdue University on a Food and Fuel study to evaluate whether the increased use of soybean oil in biofuels has contributed to the rising retail prices of food products for consumers. Among the study’s findings was an expanded crush for oil to meet biofuel demand created increased availability for …

Study: Soybean Oil for Biofuels has Limited Impact on Overall Food Prices Read More »

Collaboration comes as U-M announces new sustainability actions The University of Michigan is partnering with Delta Air Lines to help spur the availability and widespread adoption of sustainable aviation fuel and reduce lifecycle greenhouse gas emissions resulting from university-sponsored travel. Under Delta’s SAF program, participating institutions provide financial contributions toward SAF use and can claim …

University of Michigan, Delta Partner on Sustainable Aviation Fuel Project Read More »

W2 Fuel believes in environmental benefits of biodiesel Like a cat with nine lives, a biodiesel production plant in Adrian, Michigan, faced down multiple business and economic challenges over the years. Thanks to W2 Fuel, it’s now a thriving operation that brings sustainable, renewable biodiesel fuel to Midwest customers. “W2 Fuel believes in alternatives to …

Michigan Plant Rebirth Keeps Biodiesel Flowing Read More »

The American Lung Association’s Biobased Academy® is now live for fleet use at no charge to MEMA members as a result of a partnership with U.S. soybean farmers and the United Soybean Board. The ALA’s new comprehensive online training program educates fleet and facility professionals and technicians on the operational, health, safety, and environmental benefits of biobased fleet …

United Soybean Board Announces American Lung Association Biobased Academy Now Live Read More »

ADM completed a 16-month field trial using Class 8 Mack trucks equipped with Optimus Technologies Vector system and 100% biodiesel fuel (B100). ADM, along with partners Optimus Technologies, Clean Fuels Alliance America, Decatur Mack, American Lung Association, Illinois Soybean Association, Missouri Soybean Merchandising Council, and others, have completed an almost 1.3-million-mile field trial demonstrating the …

Report: Immediate Decarbonization of Class 8 Trucking: 1.3 Million Mile Evaluation of 100% Biodiesel Read More »

Renewable fuels experts from NATSO’s Alternative Fuels Council and EcoEngineers provide market insight and a technical overview on renewable diesel. What is renewable diesel and how is it produced? Who is selling renewable diesel and where? How is renewable diesel different from biodiesel? What federal and state policies are driving the economics and how can …

Webinar: Renewable Diesel From Production to Pump Read More »

Evergreen deploys 100% biodiesel with Optimus’ Vector System in their semi-trucks Evergreen Grease Service, Inc. (Adrian, Michigan) has installed The Vector System in two of its semi-trucks, reducing carbon emissions from these trucks to near-zero, with plans to convert the whole fleet by 2022. This move is a major step towards Evergreen’s goal of reducing …

Evergreen Grease Service Achieves a Near-zero Carbon Footprint with B100 Read More »

Agri-Pulse’s Spencer Chase moderates a discussion between Belinda Burrier, director (MD), United Soybean Board and Karen Edwards, founder, KCE Public Affairs Associates about “Why biobased products are a hot topic for today.” This webinar is sponsored by the United Soybean Board and the American Soybean Association and was held on Sept. 30, 2022. Originally shared …

Why Biobased Products Are A Hot Topic For Today Read More »

Description: A new White House Executive Order is adding more momentum for biobased products on the 20th Anniversary of the USDA BioPreferred Program. The United Soybean Board (USB) has decades of experience in innovating with biobased products in partnership with manufacturers, such as Goodyear. USB is also introducing these products for sustainability strategies in cities, …

Webinar: Why Biobased Products are a Hot Topic for Today Read More »

Nov. 21, 2022 is deadline to submit applications to USDA U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Secretary Tom Vilsack announced Aug. 23 that USDA is accepting applications for $100 million in grants to increase the sale and use of biofuels derived from U.S. agricultural products.  The Higher Blends Infrastructure Incentive Program (HBIIP) (link to Higher Blends Infrastructure Incentive Program | …

USDA Accepting Applications for $100 Million in Biofuel Infrastructure Grants Read More »

$100 million available to boost biofuels across the U.S. The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has opened a 90-day application window for Higher Blends Infrastructure Incentive Program grants. The cost-share grants can meet up to 50% (or $5 million) of eligible costs for projects that install, retrofit or upgrade infrastructure to support consumer access to B5 and …

USDA Hosting Educational Webinars for Biofuel Funding Opportunity (HBIIP) Read More »

The Missouri Soybean Merchandising Council covered biodiesel, renewable diesel, and sustainable aviation fuel and the impact the fuels have on farmers in a webinar originally shared in 2022. Presenters included Matt Amick, director of market development for Missouri Soybean, Alan Weber, chief economist for Clean Fuels Alliance America (via Marc IV Consulting), and Scott Fenwick, …

Fuel in Focus: Biodiesel and Farmers Read More »

Thinking about investing in blending biodiesel? NATSO’s Alternative Fuels Council walks listeners through what economic benefits are available and what steps to take to determine what profit margins could be gained. Wondering if there are any strategies you haven’t tried as a blender to compete with your surrounding competitors? NATSO share tips and stories shared …

Biodiesel Blending Webinar with NATSO’s Alternative Fuels Council Read More »

Michigan business turns used cooking oil into sustainable fuel From chicken nuggets to fish and chips, fried restaurant foods have one thing in common: They all generate tons of used cooking oil (UCO) per year. But for Thumb BioEnergy, UCO is not a waste product. Instead, the Sandusky, Michigan, enterprise creates value by using UCO …

Thumb BioEnergy is Bullish on Biodiesel Read More »

Legislation has been introduced in Michigan to incentivize the sale and consumption of low-level biodiesel blends throughout the state’s retail fuel stations. HB 6334, sponsored by Rep. Joe Bellino, R-Monroe, is a voluntary program that offers a 5-cent-per-gallon incentive on blends of 5 percent biodiesel (B5) sold in Michigan. Biodiesel is a renewable fuel predominately …

Biodiesel Tax-incentive Legislation Introduced in Michigan Read More »

LANSING, Michigan – July 6, 2022 – The Michigan Soybean Association (MSA) applauds the introduction of HB 6334 sponsored by Rep. Joe Bellino (R-Monroe). This legislation, when fully implemented, would incentivize the sales and consumption of biodiesel at Michigan’s fuel retail locations. This voluntary program offers a five cents per gallon incentive on blends of B5 …

Michigan Soybean Association Supports Legislation Prioritizing Domestically Produced Fuel Read More »

ST. JOHNS, Michigan – July 6, 2022 – In a move to foster energy security, cleaner air and more sustainable transportation, the Michigan Soybean Committee is pleased to announce formation of the Michigan Advanced Biofuels Coalition (MiABC). The new coalition promotes the use of advanced biofuels, including biodiesel, renewable diesel and sustainable aviation fuel (SAF). …

Michigan Soybean Committee Launches Michigan Advanced Biofuels Coalition Read More »

Josh Messner, Technology Manager, BETO; Troy Hawkins, Fuels and Products Group Leader, Argonne National Laboratory; and Lee Kindberg, Head of Environment and Sustainability, North America, Maersk discussed the current state of sustainable marine fuel research and development, how far it’s come and where it is going, as well as its impact on the shipping industry. Topics …

Webinar: Current State of Sustainable Marine Fuels Read More »

Biorefineries are emerging in the United States to help transform our waste and biomass feedstocks into renewable fuels and products. However, a lot has to go right throughout the feedstock supply chain so that these biofuels and bioproducts are cost-effective and of high-quality and -quantity compared to their petroleum-based counterparts. DOE BETO held a webinar titled, Biomass …

Webinar: Biomass Feedstock Supply Challenges and Solutions with Idaho National Laboratory Read More »

“Sustainable Aviation Fuel: What It Is, Why It Matters” was presented by HAI@Work to provide a quick overview of the basics of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF), including how SAF performs in various aircraft and decreases CO2 emissions by as much as 80%. Panelist Keith Sawyer, manager of alternative fuels for AVFuel Corporation, also discussed what …

Sustainable Aviation Fuel: What It Is, Why It Matters Read More »

Biobased products industry pumps $3.5 billion into Michigan’s economy, supports thousands of jobs: New USDA report LANSING, Mich. — A recent report from the U.S. Department of Agriculture – announced on the 10th anniversary of the U.S. Government’s BioPreferred Program – shined a spotlight on the positive economic impact of innovative, biobased products in Michigan and across America. …

Michigan Ranks Among Top Ten States Across Multiple Biobased Product Categories Read More »