Category: Fuels

Three sites IDd for potential Canadian wood waste renewable diesel facilities

Three sites IDd for potential Canadian wood waste renewable diesel facilities

August 5, 2025 |

In Canada, Canadian Nuclear Laboratories (CNL) in partnership with Expander Energy Inc. (Expander), Fuel Cell Energy (FCE), St Marys Cement (SMC), and Nuclear Promise X (NPX), have identified three Canadian locations as potential sites for the location of renewable diesel production facilities. These facilities would be capable of converting wood waste feedstock into 90 million […]

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The Andersons acquires remaining 49.9% stake in Marathon ethanol partnership

The Andersons acquires remaining 49.9% stake in Marathon ethanol partnership

August 5, 2025 |

In Ohio, The Andersons has acquired the remaining 49.9% ownership interest in TAMH from a subsidiary of Marathon Petroleum Corp. (Marathon) for $425 million, inclusive of $40 million of working capital (a net purchase price of $385 million). The transaction closed on July 31, 2025, funded with cash on hand and debt from existing credit […]

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Eazy Grease merges with Liquid Recovery Solutions for 9-state UCO platform

Eazy Grease merges with Liquid Recovery Solutions for 9-state UCO platform

August 5, 2025 |

In Georgia, Eazy Grease announced completion of its strategic merger with Liquid Recovery Solutions, establishing the company as the emerging leader in multi-regional used cooking oil collection with a 9-state operational platform. This transformation creates one of the largest independent UCO collection network spanning Florida, Georgia, Alabama, Tennessee, North Carolina, South Carolina, New Jersey, New […]

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XCF Global plans US $1 billion to scale global SAF and renewable fuels platform

XCF Global plans US $1 billion to scale global SAF and renewable fuels platform

August 4, 2025 |

In United States & international, XCF Global, Inc. has unveiled plans to invest nearly US $1 billion by 2028, to build a modular network of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) and renewable diesel production plants. Its flagship New Rise Reno facility is already producing with ~$350 million invested, generating ~60 engineering and management jobs in Nevada. The U.S. pipeline includes three new sites—New Rise Reno 2 (2027), plus facilities in Fort Myers, […]

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PyroGenesis extends Varennes Carbon Recycling contract to US $3.6 million

PyroGenesis extends Varennes Carbon Recycling contract to US $3.6 million

August 4, 2025 |

In Canada (Quebec), Pyro Green‑Gas Inc., a subsidiary of PyroGenesis, has expanded its supply agreement for the Varennes Carbon Recycling (VCR) project by US $1.1 million, raising total involvement to US $3.6 million. The contract covers engineering and delivery of thermal swing adsorption (TSA) and nitrogen loop systems to dehydrate and purify oxygen for the VCR facility. The broader Varennes plant—led by Enerkem with […]

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University of Queensland identifies invasive weeds as lignin‑rich feedstock

University of Queensland identifies invasive weeds as lignin‑rich feedstock

August 4, 2025 |

In Australia (Queensland), University of Queensland researchers have reported that 15 invasive weed species around Ipswich—including Brazilian Nightshade and Climbing Asparagus—contain high lignin contents (~25 %), making them promising feedstock for compacted biomass pellets. The initiative aims to convert environmental nuisance species into sustainable feedstock for biodiesel and renewable diesel, promoting circular economy innovation. While early in development, the […]

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India commissions 1 MW green hydrogen plant at Kandla Port

India commissions 1 MW green hydrogen plant at Kandla Port

August 3, 2025 |

In the Netherlands, Offshore Energy reported that India has commissioned a 1 MW green hydrogen power plant at Kandla Port. The facility, developed by the Deendayal Port Authority (DPA), was inaugurated by the Union Minister of Ports, Shipping & Waterways (MoPSW), Sarbananda Sonowal. The plant is reportedly capable of producing approximately 140 metric tonnes of […]

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Jagatjit starts commercial production at Punjab ethanol plant

Jagatjit starts commercial production at Punjab ethanol plant

August 3, 2025 |

In India, Chemical Industry Digest reported that Jagatjit Industries commenced commercial production at its grain-based ethanol plant in Hamira, located in Punjab’s Kapurthala district.  The facility will have a daily production capacity of 200 kiloliters, according to the report. The report also noted that the plant will supply 65–70 million liters of ethanol per year […]

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Clariant Catalysts and Shanghai Electric launch alliance to advance China’s energy transition

Clariant Catalysts and Shanghai Electric launch alliance to advance China’s energy transition

August 3, 2025 |

In Germany, Clariant announced that it has signed a strategic cooperation agreement with Shanghai Boiler Works, a full subsidiary of Shanghai Electric, specializing in energy conversion and the development of new energy applications, to jointly foster innovation in sustainable energy solutions.  The partners will combine their expertise to advance green energy projects in China. The […]

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BioBond enters hot melt market with bio-based technology for packaging applications

BioBond enters hot melt market with bio-based technology for packaging applications

August 3, 2025 |

In Indiana, BioBond Adhesives announced its official entry into the packaging hot melt market with the introduction of its BioMelt SPKG500 and BioMelt SPKG250 product offerings.  These new plant-based solutions are now available for sampling, the company said. According to Marc McConnaughey, CEO of BioBond, “The BioMelt line joins the company’s existing plant-based BioCoat antimicrobial […]

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