Study suggests more cost-efficient, carbon friendly method for SAF production

This flow chart depicts sustainable aviation fuel production, beginning with collecting logging residue, processing, and transporting the fuel to the airport. (Graphic first published in Elsevier) / SOURCE: University of Georgia

August 6, 2024

BY University of Georgia

DOE: New deep-dive video resources on the 2023 Billion-Ton Report now available

By U.S. Department of Energy

December 06, 2024

Feedstocks Policy

New deep-dive videos about the U.S. Department of Energy Bioenergy Technologies Office's 2023 Billion-Ton Report (BT23) are now available to help users access and apply the report findings and associated online data resources.

By Erin Voegele

December 05, 2024

Feedstocks Operations Markets

UNICA, the Brazilian sugarcane industry association, has announced that sugarcane processing was down during the first half of November. Ethanol production was also down for the two-week period, but ethanol sales were up.

By Advanced Biofuels Association

December 05, 2024

Policy Sustainable Aviation Fuels

The ABFA is urging the Biden administration to immediately issue the guidance necessary for the industry to claim the 45Z Clean Fuels Production Credit. The group is also calling on Congress to extend the existing blender credits.

By Lisa Gibson

December 04, 2024

Research Feedstocks

Breakthrough research seeks to better pinpoint and predict corn trait performance, while new hybrids enhance inherent sustainability, reduce yield loss and improve accessibility.

By Luke Geiver

December 03, 2024

Business Sustainable Aviation Fuels

Alcohol-to-jet hopefuls are buying up both healthy and shuttered ethanol plants, drawing up their business blueprints while state and federal funding mechanisms expand to allow for the SAF sector's rise.

2025 International Fuel Ethanol Workshop & Expo

June 9-11, 2025

CHI HEALTH CENTER | OMAHA,NEBRASKA

Now in its 41st year, the FEW provides the ethanol industry with cutting-edge content and unparalleled networking opportunities in a dynamic business-to-business environment. As the largest, longest running ethanol conference in the world, the FEW is renowned for its superb programming—powered by Ethanol Producer Magazine —that maintains a strong focus on commercial-scale ethanol production, new technology, and near-term research and development. The event draws more than 2,300 people from over 31 countries and from nearly every ethanol plant in the United States and Canada.View More

Sustainable Fuels Summit: Sustainable Aviation Fuel & Renewable Diesel

June 9-11, 2025

CHI HEALTH CENTER | OMAHA,NEBRASKA

The Sustainable Fuels Summit: SAF, Renewable Diesel, and Biodiesel is a premier forum designed for producers of biodiesel, renewable diesel, and sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) to learn about cutting-edge process technologies, innovative techniques, and equipment to optimize existing production. Attendees will discover efficiencies that save money while increasing throughput and fuel quality. Produced by Biodiesel Magazine and SAF Magazine, this world-class event features premium content from technology providers, equipment vendors, consultants, engineers, and producers to advance discussions and foster an environment of collaboration and networking. Through engaging presentations, fruitful discussions, and compelling exhibitions, the summit aims to push the biomass-based diesel sector beyond its current limitations. Co-located with the International Fuel Ethanol Workshop & Expo, the Sustainable Fuels Summit conveniently harnesses the full potential of the integrated biofuels industries while providing a laser-like focus on processing methods that deliver tangible advantages to producers. Registration is free of charge for all employees of current biodiesel, renewable diesel, and SAF production facilities, from operators and maintenance personnel to board members and executives.View More