In Nebraska, the Keystone XL pipeline will be a key and divisive issue in the gubernatorial race between Republican Pete Ricketts and Democrat Chuck Hassebrook. Hassebrook, against the pipeline, believes that Nebraska should focus on alternative energy development, such as wind and biofuels, as a response to global warming. Ricketts, a supporter of the pipeline, […]
In the US, ethanol production averaged 937,000 barrels per day for the week before last, or 39.35 million gallons daily, up 6,000 b/d from the week before. Gasoline demand for the week averaged 368.6 million gallons daily, a 10-week low. Expressed as a percentage of daily gasoline demand, daily ethanol production was 10.68%. On the […]
In Connecticut, ClearStak has received a patent for its Intelligently-Controlled Catalytic Converter for Biofuel-Fired Boiler. The technology pre-heats a catalyst to reduce emissions for starting and reloading fuel in both batch and continuous-fed appliances and systems. Clearstak, an environmental services company dedicated to controlling biomass combustion to reduce emissions, has been working with several manufacturers […]
In Idaho, the partnership between Hillco Technologies and John Deere has developed a new system for harvesting corn and baling corn stover in one step. This process maximizes overall efficiency and productivity while minimizing costs. Key features of the Hillco Single Pass Round Bale System include: • Low horsepower consumption • Full visibility – Three strategically located […]
In Tennessee, Genera Energy released an infographic of a visual overview of biomass feedstock and guidelines for choosing the best solution for biomass projects. The four-page infographic highlights key supply chain elements and explores which biomass crops are best suited for an application. Key details in the infographic include a description of five different biomass […]
In Iowa, a survey of registered voters asserts that 77% of respondents support expanding the RFS to increase biodiesel in the fuel supply, and 69% said a Congressional candidate’s position on the RFS was “very” or “somewhat” important. The study shows Iowans have a positive opinion about biodiesel in general. Additionally, after a series of […]
In Europe, the UN draft document, “Generic Specifications for Application of the United Nations Framework Classification for Fossil Energy and Mineral Reserves and Resources 2009 (UNFC-2009) to Renewable Energy Resources” is open for public comment through September 12, 2014. The purpose of the document is to enable the application of UNFC-2009, incorporating Specifications for its […]
In California, DVO Inc. has announced the installation and construction of its first next-generation anaerobic digester in Pixley, California. The digester is part of a project to produce up to 55 million gallons of ethanol each year at an on-site cogeneration facility in Calgren. Each day, the digester will receive 55,000 gallons of solid and […]
In Denmark, Novozymes has announced its results for the first half of FY 2014. Sales grew by 8% organically, but sales growth slowed as expected after a strong first quarter. “It’s been a good first half for Novozymes”, says Novozymes CEO Peder Holk Nielsen. “Sales growth was in line with expectations and earnings were strong. […]
In Nebraska, Green Plains has approved a share repurchase program of up to $100 million shares of common stock. “The strong financial performance we have achieved allows us to enhance our capital allocation strategy with a share repurchase program and an increased dividend for our shareholders,” said Todd Becker, President and Chief Executive Officer. “We […]
