Biofuel News
New NACFE Report Highlights Critical Role of Biodiesel and Renewable Diesel in Freight Decarbonization
As the heavy-duty trucking industry works to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, a new report from the North American Council for Freight Efficiency (NACFE) reinforces an important reality: reducing emissions isn’t just about changing vehicles—it’s also about changing fuels. The report concludes that evaluating the environmental impact of heavy-duty trucks requires a well-to-wheel approach rather than […]
Navigating the Evolving Policy Landscape for Low-Carbon Marine Fuels
The maritime industry is entering a transformative period as governments, fuel producers, ports, and vessel operators work to reduce greenhouse gas emissions from one of the world’s most difficult sectors to decarbonize. Commercial shipping accounts for roughly 3% of global greenhouse gas emissions today, and that share is expected to increase as international trade continues […]
Great Lakes Well-Positioned to Lead Marine Biofuel Adoption
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 […]
Biomass-based Diesel Production Hits All-Time High
New federal data released by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) demonstrates that America’s biomass-based diesel industry is responding to stronger market signals with record-setting production. According to figures highlighted by Clean Fuels Alliance America in July, U.S. producers generated a record 494 million gallons of domestic biomass-based diesel in June, underscoring the industry’s ability […]
Annual Reports Show Biofuels Gaining Momentum In Global Shipping
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 […]
Feedstock Consumption Reaches Nearly 28 Billion Pounds In April
U.S. biofuel producers used 27.97 billion pounds of feedstocks in April, according to new data from the U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA). Feedstock use declined by nearly 8% from March, but remained 4% higher than April 2025, reflecting continued year-over-year growth despite a monthly slowdown. Corn remained the dominant feedstock, accounting for 24.07 billion pounds […]