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EPA’S Proposed Biofuel Targets Could Stall Industry Growth And Drive Up Prices

A new study published by the Advanced Biofuels Association (ABFA) finds that the Environmental Protection Agency’s proposal to cut the Renewable Identification Number  by 50% for fuels made from foreign feedstocks, as part of its 2026 and 2027 Renewable Volume Obligations, could stall the growth of the biomass-based diesel industry and lead to higher costs for consumers.

Veolia to produce local energy from waste for region in Portugal

Veolia is to continue managing the LIPOR waste-to-energy unit in the Porto Metropolitan region, Portugal, which it has operated and maintained for the past 25 years.

From Waste to Energy, Weeds as a Source of Biofuel

Several species of invasive weeds could become a source of renewable bioenergy, according to University of Queensland research.

Iowa Grants Over $1.12 Million for 24 Projects to Bolster Access to Biofuel

Iowa Secretary of Agriculture Mike Naig announced that the Iowa Renewable Fuels Infrastructure Program (RFIP) Board recently approved an additional 24 applications from Iowa fuel retailers to support new and expanded biofuel infrastructure projects.

Fortis Energy Acquires Biogas Plant in Turkey

Fortis Energy has added the Çobanlar Biogas Power Plant (3.55 MWe) in Afyon, Türkiye, to its portfolio. The facility strengthens Fortis's renewable energy portfolio and underscores its commitment to sustainable development and the circular economy.

Ontario Investing $6.2 Million to Protect Forest Sector Jobs in Northwestern Ontario

The Government of Ontario is investing over $6.2 million in research, innovation and modernization projects in Northwestern Ontario. The investments from the Forest Biomass Program will boost Ontario’s forest sector’s competitive advantage by creating new jobs, increasing productivity and opening up opportunities for new revenue streams in new markets for underused wood and mill by-products, known as forest biomass.

Mitsubishi Power Achieves Landmark Hydrogen Fuel Conversion

Mitsubishi Power has successfully completed a pioneering hydrogen fuel conversion project at the Alexandria National Refining and Petrochemicals Company (ANRPC) refinery in Egypt.

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