Biodiesel news

Here are some recent news articles and updates on biodiesel:

Industry News

  1. Biodiesel production reaches record high in the US: According to the US Energy Information Administration (EIA), biodiesel production in the US reached a record high of 2.4 billion gallons in 2020, up 12% from the previous year. (Source: Biodiesel Magazine)
  2. New biodiesel plant opens in Louisiana: A new biodiesel plant has opened in Lake Charles, Louisiana, with a capacity to produce 30 million gallons of biodiesel per year. The plant is expected to create 20 new jobs and reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 1.2 million tons per year. (Source: KPLC)
  3. Biodiesel industry calls for policy support: The National Biodiesel Board (NBB) has called on policymakers to provide support for the biodiesel industry, including extending the biodiesel tax credit and increasing the volume of biodiesel blended into diesel fuel. (Source: Biodiesel Magazine)

Research and Development

  1. New algae-based biodiesel process developed: Researchers at the University of California, Riverside, have developed a new process for producing biodiesel from algae, which uses a combination of enzymes and microorganisms to break down the algae's cell walls and release its oil. (Source: Science Daily)
  2. Biodiesel from agricultural waste: Scientists at the University of Illinois have developed a process for converting agricultural waste, such as corn stalks and wheat straw, into biodiesel. The process uses a combination of enzymes and microorganisms to break down the waste and release its oil. (Source: Science Daily)
  3. New catalyst improves biodiesel production: Researchers at the University of Delaware have developed a new catalyst that can improve the efficiency and sustainability of biodiesel production. The catalyst uses a combination of metal oxides and zeolites to convert vegetable oils into biodiesel. (Source: Science Daily)

Policy and Regulation

  1. EU sets new targets for biodiesel: The European Union has set new targets for biodiesel production, aiming to increase the share of biodiesel in the EU's transport fuel mix to 10% by 2030. (Source: EurActiv)
  2. US EPA proposes new biodiesel regulations: The US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has proposed new regulations for biodiesel, including changes to the way biodiesel is blended into diesel fuel and new standards for biodiesel quality. (Source: Biodiesel Magazine)
  3. China sets new targets for biodiesel: China has set new targets for biodiesel production, aiming to increase the share of biodiesel in the country's transport fuel mix to 10% by 2025. (Source: Xinhua)

Market Trends

  1. Biodiesel prices rise due to demand: Biodiesel prices have risen in recent months due to strong demand and limited supply. The price of biodiesel in the US has increased by 10% since January, according to the US Energy Information Administration. (Source: Biodiesel Magazine)
  2. Biodiesel exports increase: Biodiesel exports from the US have increased in recent months, with the country exporting over 100 million gallons of biodiesel in the first quarter of 2022. (Source: Biodiesel Magazine)
  3. Biodiesel demand grows in Asia: Demand for biodiesel is growing in Asia, particularly in countries such as China and Indonesia, where governments are promoting the use of biofuels as a way to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. (Source: Reuters)