America’s water resources enough for 25 billion gallons of algal fuel

The United States possesses enough sources of water –fresh, salty or saline groundwater and seawater – to produce up to 25 billion gallons of algae-derived oil annually. This is enough to fill the nation’s current oil needs for one month – about 600 million barrels – every year. The findings come from an in-depth look at the water resources that would be needed to grow significant amounts of algae. The study was done...

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Overfed algae produce more oil for biofuels – Brookhaven

A team of researchers from Brookhaven National Laboratory are “overfeeding” algae with carbon to make them produce more oil and serve as efficient raw material for biodiesel and other renewable fuels. According to Brookhaven biologist Changcheng Xu, who led the research team, what happens to overfed algae is similar to what happens to people who eat a carbohydrate rich diet.

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E.P.A. launches online waste-to-biogas mapping tool

The United States Environmental Protection Agency Pacific Southwest Region launched the United States’ first online waste-to-biogas mapping tool which is aimed at supporting the use of organic waste for renewable energy projects.

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Winter crop pennycress being promoted as biodiesel source

A North American winter crop considered by many as a weed is being seen as an advantageous biodiesel resource, the United States National Biodiesel Board reports. Pennycress, a member of the mustard family known for its small, coin-like seedpods, is being developed for commercialization and could see growth in the coming years, according to early adopters.

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U.S. biodiesel production down compared with late 2011 surge

In the first two months of 2012, the United States biodiesel industry produced 135 million gallons of fuel, up from the same period last year but down from 160 million gallons in December. The latest numbers released by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency indicate that from January and February 2011, production totaled less than 80 million gallons.

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FreeWays to Fuel program goes to next stage with OnSite Energy

Michigan State University Extension moves forward with the second stage of their biofuel research project by partnering with OnSite Energy LLC to test the potential of growing oilseed crops for biodiesel production on unused land along roads.

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Largest Kentucky city recycles waste cooking oil for biodiesel

The Louisville Biodiesel Cooperative, Louisville/Jefferson County Metropolitan Sewer District and The Green Triangle in the 9th District formed partnership to recycle waste cooking oil for conversion to biodiesel.

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Boeing looks into Hawaii’s aviation biofuel potential

Honolulu-based Hawai‘i BioEnergy was tapped by aerospace giant Boeing to look into crops, such as sorghum and eucalyptus, that can be grown locally and used as feedstock for aviation biofuels. "As an Asia Pacific gateway and leading tourism destination, Hawaii can play a meaningful role in helping aviation reduce carbon emissions, while increasing regional energy resources," said Boeing Commercial Airplanes Vice President of Environment and Aviation Policy Billy Glover.

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Tech company to automate biggest 'green diesel' plant in the U.S.

Honeywell International has been tapped by Flambeau River Biofuels to supply and integrate all automation equipment for the largest, second-generation “green diesel” plant in the United States

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China Integrated to make public offering for biodiesel expansion

China Integrated Energy, a leading non-state-owned integrated energy company in China, announced yesterday its intent to offer 8 million shares of the company’s common stock

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