MiABC

Great Lakes Well-Positioned to Lead Marine Biofuel Adoption

Biofuels News / By

For Michigan and the broader Great Lakes region, the growing use of biodiesel in commercial shipping represents more than an environmental milestone—it signals a significant economic opportunity. The Great Lakes-St. Lawrence Seaway supports one of the world’s largest freshwater commercial transportation systems, moving iron ore, aggregate, cement, grain, steel, petroleum products, and countless other commodities

Great Lakes Well-Positioned to Lead Marine Biofuel Adoption Read More »

Annual Reports Show Biofuels Gaining Momentum In Global Shipping

Biofuels News / By

The maritime industry continued to expand its use of renewable fuels throughout 2025 as shipowners sought practical strategies to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and comply with new European regulations. Among the renewable fuel options currently available, biodiesel emerged as one of the most widely deployed solutions, with several major shipping companies reporting successful use of

Annual Reports Show Biofuels Gaining Momentum In Global Shipping Read More »

Webinar: Biodiesel & the Great Lakes: Real-World Experience, Technical Insights, and Fueling Solutions

Webinars / By

Join the Michigan Advanced Biofuels Coalition and Green Marine on September 10 at 10:00 a.m. ET for an educational webinar, “Biodiesel & the Great Lakes: Real-World Experience, Technical Insights, and Fueling Solutions.” Hear directly from biodiesel marketers, fuel suppliers, and Great Lakes vessel operators as they share real-world experiences using biodiesel in commercial marine applications.

Webinar: Biodiesel & the Great Lakes: Real-World Experience, Technical Insights, and Fueling Solutions Read More »

Building a Stronger Biofuel Supply Network in Michigan Through Greater Education and Transparency

Ag News, Biofuels News / By

Expanding access to biodiesel and other advanced biofuels, such as renewable diesel and sustainable aviation fuel (SAF), starts with stronger connections across the supply chain. This week, the Michigan Advanced Biofuels Coalition (MiABC) brought producers, fuel distributors, fleet operators, and industry partners together at ZFS Ithaca for its inaugural stakeholder meeting to discuss opportunities to

Building a Stronger Biofuel Supply Network in Michigan Through Greater Education and Transparency Read More »

MiABC Hosts Inaugural Stakeholder Meeting at ZFS Ithaca

Biofuels News, Stakeholder Stories / By

The Michigan Advanced Biofuels Coalition (MiABC) recently welcomed stakeholders from across the state to its inaugural stakeholder meeting at ZFS Ithaca, Michigan’s largest soybean processing facility. The event brought together representatives from agriculture, renewable fuels, fleet operations, and industry to strengthen partnerships while highlighting the critical role Michigan soybeans play in advancing the state’s bioeconomy.

MiABC Hosts Inaugural Stakeholder Meeting at ZFS Ithaca Read More »

Farmer Experiences Smooth Planting Season with B5 Biodiesel in the Tank

Ag News, Stakeholder Stories / By

This article continues Zach Schaffner’s biodiesel journey from tank cleaning through planting.  Read the first article in the series here. Blessed with a stretch of clear weather for timely planting, followed by much-needed rains, Zach Schaffner’s 2026 crops got off to a great start.  Another plus for this planting season: The Michigan farmer had a

Farmer Experiences Smooth Planting Season with B5 Biodiesel in the Tank Read More »

Why Renewable Fuel Policy Matters for Farmers, Fleets, and Emissions Reduction

Ag News, Biofuels News / By

For nearly two decades, renewable fuels have played a steady—if often underappreciated—role in reducing emissions from the transportation sector. Unlike many emerging technologies that require new vehicles or fueling infrastructure, renewable fuels are compatible with today’s engines, equipment, and distribution systems. This allows them to deliver immediate emissions reductions while continuing to support domestic manufacturing,

Why Renewable Fuel Policy Matters for Farmers, Fleets, and Emissions Reduction Read More »

Stay In the Know: Introducing the Michigan Biofuels Brief

Biofuels News / By

Do you want updates from the Michigan biofuels community—and the broader clean fuels industry—delivered straight to your inbox? The Michigan Advanced Biofuels Coalition (MiABC) is excited to announce the launch of a new industry newsletter: the Michigan Biofuels Brief. Designed to be quick, informative, and easy to read, the Michigan Biofuels Brief is your go-to

Stay In the Know: Introducing the Michigan Biofuels Brief Read More »

Michigan’s W2Fuel Pursues Grant to Expand Capacity, Rail Access

Biofuels News, Stakeholder Stories / By

W2Fuel is pursuing a state grant that could support a major expansion at its biodiesel facility in Adrian, Michigan, potentially increasing annual production capacity from 15 million gallons to 20 million gallons by the end of the year. Speaking in an interview with OPIS on the sidelines of the Clean Fuels Conference in Orlando, Florida,

Michigan’s W2Fuel Pursues Grant to Expand Capacity, Rail Access Read More »

Clean Fuels Conference Charts a Course for Marine Decarbonization

Biofuels News, Stakeholder Stories / By

At this year’s Clean Fuels Conference, a standout session titled “Gonna Need a Bigger Boat: Navigating Marine Opportunities” took center stage — offering a forward-looking, pragmatic look at how biodiesel and renewable diesel are poised to become essential tools for cleaning up marine transportation. Hosted by Clean Fuels Alliance America in support of its educational

Clean Fuels Conference Charts a Course for Marine Decarbonization Read More »

Scroll to Top