Boeing, Air New Zealand and Rolls-Royce Announce Biofuel Flight Demo - 2007-09-28 Boeing, Air New Zealand and Rolls-Royce announced a Memorandum of Understanding to conduct a biofuel demonstration flight designed to help accelerate the development of viable and sustainable alternative fuels for commercial aviation uses.
Ceres Raises $75 Million in Late-Stage Financing - 2007-09-27 Energy crop company Ceres, Inc. has raised $75 million through a private offering of convertible preferred stock. The late-stage financing round was led by Warburg Pincus, the global private equity firm.
Atlanta's Live Oak Landfill to Become Source of Renewable Energy - 2007-09-21 Jacoby Energy Development, Inc., announced this week that it has executed a milestone contract to turn Live Oak Landfill, one of metro Atlanta's largest landfills, into a source for renewable energy.
Brazil Ethanol Sector Fears 'Delirious' Growth - 2007-09-19 Low sugar and ethanol prices have been fueling the debate in Brazil on how this will affect investments and the forthcoming growth in the industry, which intends to lead the world's rush for biofuels.
Canada Launches C$500M Fund to Support Next-Generation Renewable Fuels - 2007-09-13 Next-generation renewable fuels are derived from non-traditional renewable feedstocks, such as fast-growing grasses, agricultural residues and forest biomass, and produced through the use of non-conventional conversion technologies.
Novozymes in Development Agreement For Bagasse Ethanol in Brazil - 2007-09-13 Novozymes has concluded a development agreement with CTC (Centro de Tecnologia Canavieira), the Brazilian sugar cane industrys technical center, to contribute enzyme technology for developing bioethanol from bagasse.
Magnets Can Boost Production Of Ethanol For Fuel - 2007-09-10 In a finding that could reduce the cost of ethanol fuel, researchers in Brazil report success in using low frequency magnetic waves to significantly boost the amount of ethanol produced through the fermentation of sugar.
Ethanol makers pursuing avenue 'Q' - 2007-09-04 A new microbe being used by biofuel leaders has the chance to change the way ethanol is produced.
Kroger Becomes First National Retailer to Sell Ethanol - 2007-08-29 Kroger announced they're opening 20 ethanol fueling locations in Ohio and Kentucky, making Kroger the first national retailer to offer E85, a blend of 85 percent ethanol and 15 percent gasoline. The fuel is used by Flexible Fuel Vehicles. The ethanol is made by VeraSun.
Companies to Introduce Lower-Cost Algae Production System - 2007-08-29 Diversified Energy Corporation (DEC) has formed a partnership and licensing arrangement for an algae production system invented by XL Renewables, Inc. The system, called Simgae (for simple algae), utilizes common agriculture and irrigation components to keep costs to a minimum.
Renewable Energy Can Save Southeast Asia 2 trln USD in Fuel Costs - Greenpeace - 2007-08-23 Shifting to renewable energy could save Southeast Asian countries as much as two trillion US dollars in fuel costs over the next 23 years, or more than 80 billion dollars annually, environmental group Greenpeace said Thursday.
Imperium Backing Algae Biodiesel Startup - 2007-08-23 Imperium Renewables, the Seattle biodiesel producer that opened a 100 million gallon per year biodiesel plant in Grays Harbor County last week, is backing a Tacoma start-up that is developing a process to convert algae into biodiesel and ethanol.
Royal Caribbean Fueling Up With Biodiesel - 2007-08-16 In a move that should help lighten the large amount of sulfur pollutants emitted from their cruise ships, Royal Caribbean Cruises has signed up to purchase a boatload (couldn't resist) of biodiesel from Imperium Renewables.
Biodiesel Gets Boost in Mich. - 2007-08-15 Michigan's future as an alternative fuel leader took a step forward Tuesday with the opening of the state's largest biodiesel plant to date.
VeraSun Takes Stake in SunEthanol - 2007-08-14 South Dakota's VeraSun Energy (NYSE: VSE), one of the largest U.S. producers of ethanol, said today that it made a minority investment in Massachusetts-based cellulosic ethanol developer SunEthanol.
Pacific Ethanol swings to a profit - 2007-08-09 Sacramento-based Pacific Ethanol Inc. on Wednesday said it earned a $2.2 million profit in the second quarter vs. a $182,000 loss during the same period the year before. The per-share profit was 3 cents.
US Ethanol Production Tops 500 Million Gallons in May - 2007-08-01 Monthly production of ethanol in the US topped 500 million gallons in May 2007, according to figures from the Renewable Fuels Association (RFA). The 528 million gallons in May 2007 (about 406,000 bpd) represented a 38% increase over May 2006.
European Transportation Biofuel Consumption Up 78% from 2005 to 2006 - 2007-07-24 Consumption of transportation biofuels in the 25-member European Union jumped 78% from 2005 to 2006, rising from 3 million to 5.38 million tonnes of oil equivalent (toe), according to the Biofuels Barometer published by EurObservER, a renewable industry consortium.
Dow and Crystalsev to Make Polyethylene from Sugar Cane Ethanol in Brazil - 2007-07-19 The Dow Chemical Company, the worlds largest producer of polyethylene, and Crystalsev, one of Brazils largest ethanol players, plan to form a joint venture to manufacture polyethylene from sugar cane ethanol. With production expected to start in 2011, the plant will have an annual capacity of 350,000 metric tons.
Virgin Fuels Joins Khosla for Second Round in Bio-Butanol Company - 2007-07-19 Virgin Fuels has joined founding investor Khosla Ventures in a Series B venture round for Gevo, Inc., a spinoff from Caltech targeting the production of bio-butanol and other advanced biofuels from a variety of biomass feedstocks.
BP and D1 Oils Form Joint Venture to Develop Jatropha Biodiesel Feedstock - 2007-06-29 Under the terms of the agreement, BP and D1 Oils intend to invest around $160 million over the next five years. D1 Oils will contribute into the joint venture their 172,000 hectares of existing plantations in India, Southern Africa and South East Asia and the joint venture will have exclusive access to the elite jatropha seedlings produced through D1 Oils plant science program.
POET Produces Cellulosic Ethanol from Corn Cobs - 2007-06-28 The company announced the results of the successful test along with their intentions to make cobs and corn fiber the feedstock for a commercial cellulosic ethanol production facility that will be jointly funded with the US Department of Energy (DOE).
The Next Generation of Biofuels - 2007-06-26 In China, India, Brazil and Europe, economic and environmental security concerns are giving birth to new government targets and incentives, aimed at reducing petroleum imports and increasing the consumption and production of renewable fuels.
REFF: Investment Trends & the Global Renewables Market - 2007-06-25 Despite its government's slow action on the issue of climate change, the U.S. financial community has done what it has always done so well, and that is pour money at an opportunity, i.e., the renewable energy sector.
ADM eyes Brazilian ethanol, report says - 2007-06-22 Archer Daniels Midland, the nation's largest producer of ethanol fuel from corn, is setting its sights on a move into Brazil's sugar cane-based ethanol business, according to a published report.
Diversa and Celunol Complete Merger to Create Verenium - 2007-06-21 Verenium owns a growing portfolio of specialty enzyme products and unique technical and operational capabilities designed to enable the production of low-cost, biomass-derived sugars for a multitude of major industrial applications.
Air Force Hopes to Cut Oils Role in Fuel - 2007-06-18 The United States Air Force has decided to push development of a new type of fuel to power its bombers and fighters, mixing conventional jet fuel with fuels from nonpetroleum sources that could eventually limit military dependence on imported oil.
All Aboard Europe's First Biodiesel Express - 2007-06-08 Europe's first regular passenger train service powered by bio-fuel set off on its maiden journey across Britain on Thursday with prime minister-in-waiting Gordon Brown hailing the launch for helping to combat global warming.
Brazil eyes ethanol as fast track to power - 2007-06-06 Brazil aims to double its production of ethanol in 10 years as the high price of oil and growing concerns over climate change spark a demand for biofuels.
Chevron and Texas A&M in Cellulosic Biofuels Alliance - 2007-05-29 Chevron Corporation and the Texas A&M Agriculture and Engineering BioEnergy Alliance announced today that they have entered into a strategic research agreement to accelerate the production and conversion of crops for manufacturing ethanol and other biofuels from cellulose.
Biodiesel from Algae, Powered by Geothermal - 2007-05-15 With gasoline prices hitting over $3 a gallon in the U.S., Claude Sapp, principal for Infinifuel Biodiesel, is working to turn the oldest geothermal plant in Nevada into a biodiesel processing facility, where camelina oil seed and even algae is becoming diesel fuel.
Pacific Ethanol's Bets Pay Off - 2007-05-11 While other ethanol producers got clobbered by high corn prices, analysts say the No. 4 player got it right by hedging.
Battle brews over Japan's push for ethanol fuel - 2007-05-04 A regional Japanese government is locked in a head-on battle with the country's oil industry to take the lead in the green auto fuels market, a contest that could push up costs to meet Kyoto Protocol emissions targets.
635 GW Possible with U.S. Political Shift - 2007-05-04 How much power can renewable energy generate in the U.S. if the appropriate mix of policies and market-based incentives are implemented? According to a joint report coordinated by the American Council On Renewable Energy (ACORE), the answer is 635 gigawatts (GW) by 2025.
Ethanexs New System to Improve Ethanol Yields - 2007-05-03 Ethanex Energy (OTCBB: EHNX) and Minnesota-based Buhler today announced that the two companies will begin jointly marketing a corn fractionation system intended to boost the output and margins of conventional ethanol plants.
Ontario to Build 40 MW Solar Farm, through SOP - 2007-05-02 Ontario's electricity grid will soon get a boost from 14 new renewable energy projects -- including the recently announced 40 megawatts (MW) solar farm -- awarded through the country's Standard Offer Program (SOP), according to Canada's Energy Minister Dwight Duncan.
Now in the Bay Area: the anti-gas station - 2007-05-02 The smell of french fries wafts from the local 'gas' station. But it's not the snacks sold inside, it's the fuel.
China: growth predicted in renewable energy - 2007-05-01 In a significant move to enhance energy security and protect the environment, the Chinese Government is stepping up efforts to accelerate the development of renewable energy, so as to lift the share of high quality and clean energies in the total energy mix.
Kansas Engages in Advanced Bioenergy, Biofuels R&D - 2007-04-30 Kansas is among a dozen north central states in the U.S. with the potential to produce up to two-thirds of the nation's perennial bioenergy crops and crop residues. This brings the region into the national spotlight as the U.S. Congress considers federal farm policy to shift energy reliance from the Middle East to the Midwest.
Alabama Grant Furthers Cultivating Algae for Biofuel - 2007-04-30 Gov. Bob Riley has awarded a $10,000 grant to Auburn University to conduct a study to determine the economic and technical feasibility of cultivating pond algae commercially as a source for biofuel.
Renewable Energy Law Powering the Growth of the Chinese Renewable Energy Markets - 2007-04-30 In a significant move to enhance energy security and protect the environment, the Chinese Government is stepping up efforts to accelerate the development of renewable energy, so as to lift the share of high quality and clean energies in the total energy mix.
Boeing and Virgin Atlantic to Partner on Biofuels - 2007-04-24 Boeing and Virgin Atlantic announced an environmental partnership, which includes an order for 15 787-9 Dreamliners, marking the largest 787 order to date for Europe.
Brazil in ethanol production vow - 2007-04-18 Brazil has vowed to increase its production of ethanol, defying calls from Venezuelan president Hugo Chavez to scale back its output.
Ethanol company gets $7.5M tax abatement - 2007-04-16 In a release Monday, the Kansas City-based company (OTCBB: AENS) said the Boone County, Iowa, Board of Supervisors awarded the abatement for the next 12 and a half years. The tax abatement will be used to defer local property taxes on AES' planned $285 million ethanol plant there.
Chevron and Weyerhauser to Partner on Cellulosic Biofuels - 2007-04-12 Chevron Corporation and Weyerhauser Company have signed a letter of intent to jointly assess the feasibility of commercializing the production of biofuels from cellulose-based sources.
Petrobras May Buy Ethanol Tankers as Part of Brazil Ship Plans - 2007-04-12 Petroleo Brasileiro SA, Brazil's state-controlled oil company, may purchase tankers from Brazilian shipyards to export ethanol as the company moves to quadruple foreign sales of the biofuel.
Vehicles required to add biodiesel from 2008 - 2007-04-11 Starting next year, drivers in Taiwan will be required to add biodiesel in addition to gasoline to their vehicles to reduce air pollution, following revision of the Energy Administration Law by a committee of the Legislative Yuan.
European Ethanol Production Climbs 71% in 2006 - 2007-04-09 European ethanol production rose 71% in 2006 to around 1.56 billion liters according to data published by eBio, the European Bioethanol Fuel Association.
TNT Starts Biodiesel Train in India - 2007-04-05 TNT, one of the world's leading express companies, has launched a pilot project in India to use biodiesel in its delivery vehicles.
A Better Biofuel - 2007-04-03 A California biotech company is engineering microbes to produce cheap biofuels that could out-compete ethanol.
With cellulosic ethanol, there is no food vs. fuel debate - 2007-03-28 As more and more corn grain is diverted to make ethanol, there have been public concerns about food shortages. However, ethanol made from cellulosic materials instead of corn grain, renders the food vs. fuel debate moot, according to research by a Michigan State University ethanol expert.
Carmakers Push More Use of Alternative Fuels - 2007-03-27 The chief executives of United States automakers urged President Bush yesterday to back incentives to bring ethanol and biodiesel to more pumps as the companies bolster output of so-called flex-fuel vehicles.
Brazil and Italy in biofuels plan - 2007-03-27 Italian Prime Minister Romano Prodi has said Brazilian and Italian energy companies are planning to build four biodiesel plants in Brazil together.
San Martinho, Mitsubishi sign ethanol deal - 2007-03-26 Brazil's Sao Martinho SA on Monday signed a 30-year ethanol supply deal with Mitsubishi Corp. mainly for the Japanese market.
Steve Case backs Brazilian ethanol venture - 2007-03-16 AOL founder, supermarket magnate and venture capitalist invest in company that could produce 1B gallons a year: report.
Poultry Litter to Fuel Minnesota Power Plant - 2007-03-14 Biomass -- in this case in the form of hundreds of thousands of pounds of turkey litter with woodchips and sawdust blended in -- soon will be fueling a 55 megawatt [MW] power plant producing enough electricity to supply 50,000 homes in the Minnesota community of Benson.
Bank of America $20 B Initiative to Help Renewable Energy - 2007-03-14 The ten-year initiative encourages development of environmentally sustainable business practices through lending, investing, philanthropy and the creation of new products and services.
US Climate Fix 'must include industries' - 2007-03-14 Auto companies, utilities, mining and other big industries will have to contribute to any climate change legislation drafted by a leading committee in the US House of Representatives, the panel's chairman says.
Ethanol Pipeline Bill Introduced - 2007-03-14 The Ethanol Infrastructure Expansion Act of 2007 has been introduced in the U.S. Senate. If enacted - the bill would direct the U.S. Department of Energy to study the feasibility of transporting ethanol - by pipeline - from the Midwest to the East and West coasts.
Texas Approves First Biodiesel Additive to Reduce NOx Emissions - 2007-03-14 ORYXE Energy International received official approval from the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) for the company's biodiesel fuel additive, ORYXE LED for Biodiesel.
Start-Up Fervor Shifts to Energy in Silicon Valley - 2007-03-14 Out of the ashes of the Internet bust, many technology veterans have regrouped and found a new mission in alternative energy: developing wind power, solar panels, ethanol plants and hydrogen-powered cars.
Thrune Pushes for E20 Approval by US EPA - 2007-03-13 US Senator John Thrune (R-SD) is urging the EPA to begin preparations for an expeditious review of an application to approve the use of E20 in automobiles.
More States Opting For Biodiesel Blends - 2007-03-13 The New Mexico State Senate approved a bill last week that requires all diesel fuel sold in the state to contain a 5-percent blend of biodiesel by 2010. The effect of the bill--and similar bills in other states--is to incorporate renewable fuel sources into the energy chain.
Venture Capitalists Want to Put Some Algae in Your Tank - 2007-03-09 A few companies are in a race to be first to convert algae to fuel on a commercial scale, and it will require not a small amount of money, luck and biotech tweaking.
Report: Japan eyes Brazil ethanol - 2007-03-06 Japan is spending as much as $8 billion to buy minority stakes in 40 ethanol distilleries across Brazil, a Brazilian newspaper reported.
Three Partners to Build Major Bioethanol Plant in Germany - 2007-02-27 EPURON, a subsidiary of Conergy AG,AGRAVIS Raiffeisen AG and MAN Ferrostaal are jointly constructing one of the largest bioethanol plants in Germany with a planned annual capacity of 52.8 million gallons
Japan to Boost Local Ethanol to 6 Million Kl/Yr by 2030 - 2007-02-23 Japan plans to boost production of ethanol made of domestic biomass to 6 million kilolitres a year by 2030, a farm ministry official said after a meeting of top officials from the ministry and other ministries concerned.
County looks at new sludge process - 2007-02-23 Sanitation officials will review a new plan to turn biosolids into environmentally friendly fuel.
Bush gets a whiff of alternative fuel - 2007-02-23 He visits facilities that focus on turning plants into burnable liquid -- technology that is key to his domestic agenda.
FUELING A REVOLUTION - 2007-02-22 Biodiesel moves almost into mainstream in Bay Area
NASCAR Exploring Renewable Fuels - 2007-02-22 Driver Kyle Petty says NASCAR's marketing horsepower might drive alternative fuels into the mainstream, helping consumers get over the image of hippies tinkering with their 1980s Mercedes to make them run on vegetable oil.
Abengoa plans $200M Metro East ethanol plant - 2007-02-21 The plant, which would begin production by the end of 2009, would employ 50 to 60 people. It would produce up to 88 million gallons a year of ethanol.
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