News and Updates

A small but increasing amount of biodiesel in the United States is consumed in the residential, commercial, and electric power sectors, according to new estimates now published in the U.S. Energy Information Administration’s State Energy Data System. Previously, the EIA allocated all U.S. biodiesel consumption to the transportation sector, where the vast majority of biodiesel is […]

Covenant Logistics became the first for-hire fleet to deliver freight using the near-zero carbon emission alternative fuel, 100% Biodiesel (B100). This milestone marks a significant step forward in providing shippers with a viable, cost-effective decarbonization strategy that extends beyond the traditional zero-emission vehicle (ZEV) approach, which is often pushed as the only strategy worth pursuing. […]

The Engine Technology Forum recognized International Data Center Day March 26 by highlighting the significant and growing role of data centers and the standby-power systems that are a mission-critical aspect of data-center operations.   Thanks to new state-of-the-art engine technology, emissions control and fuel options, these systems enhance the sustainability of data-center operations while helping ensure […]

Introduction The Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) 40B has left SAF producers and blenders with limited opportunities for participation. Given its short two-year credit window, coupled with delayed guidance and stringent regulations, 40B fails to provide the necessary framework for substantial growth in SAF production. However, four states have implemented tax credit programs designed to stimulate […]

Corn and soybean farmers across the Midwest look to benefit from another byproduct of their fields. Sustainable aviation fuel, or SAF, is made from non-petroleum feedstocks that reduces emissions from air transportation. It takes about 1.5 gallons of ethanol to make one gallon of sustainable aviation fuel. All conventional aircraft are capable of flying on […]

The biofuels market is set to continue upward, bringing the benefits to your farm. Biofuels, energy security, biodiesel, ethanol, carbon pipelines, octane ratings — the topics surrounding the renewable fuels conversation go on and on. But taking a step back from the hot topics, how do farmers benefit from getting involved in the biofuels industry? […]