Biofuels Market Update: CDR Deals, Bio-Methanol, and SAF Standards
ResourceWise: May 2, 2025 10:24:38 AM
This month sees a continued focus on carbon dioxide removal (CDR) and its rapid rise into prominence with deals like the Microsoft-CO280 agreement. Meanwhile, other nascent markets like bio-bunkering are seeing the rise of alternative fuels like methanol, while SAF faces further calls for adoption to reach ambitious global targets.
Below, we've compiled a rundown of some of the most important stories across biofuels and low-carbon feedstocks this month. Also, don't forget to subscribe to our blog and newsletter for regular updates right to your inbox.
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Microsoft, CO280 Sign Landmark CO2 Deal for CDR in Pulp & Paper
In a major move that underscores the growing momentum in the carbon dioxide removal (CDR) market, Microsoft has signed a landmark agreement with CO280 to purchase an impressive 3.69 million metric tons of carbon removal credits.
CDR Deals Abound as Technology Adoption Surges
In the wake of Microsoft’s historic $280 million deal with CO280, carbon dioxide removal (CDR) continues to surge in popularity and adoption. From pulp and paper to the processing of bio-materials, several deals have been announced furthering CDR’s already impressive reach.
A New Green Gold Rush: What Microsoft’s CO280 Deal Means for the Pulp and Paper Industry
In a major move that underscores the growing momentum in the carbon dioxide removal (CDR) market, Microsoft has signed a landmark agreement with CO280 to purchase an impressive 3.69 million metric tons of carbon removal credits.
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Methanol’s Emerging Role in the Bunkering Market
Global efforts to decarbonize the maritime sector have increasingly focused on reducing emissions from shipping and fishing vessels. These developments suggest that a clear shift is underway toward alternative fuels and renewables. Among the top contenders in the race for low-emission shipping is methanol.
IATA Launches Global SAF Registry, But Can We Reach Its Targets?
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) just took a major step toward making sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) more transparent, traceable, and globally scalable. In a move designed to accelerate the aviation industry’s decarbonization goals, the IATA has launched a new Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) registry.
European Waste Feedstock Markets Stabilize as Trade Woes Persist
After some recent ups and downs, waste feedstock prices in Europe have begun to stabilize. This comes on the back of a modest recovery in the UCOME (Used Cooking Oil Methyl Ester) market, which has already started to ease pressure on producer margins.
North American Biofuels Market Contracts Amid Tariffs, Policy Shifts
The North American biofuels industry has seen its share of uncertainty thus far in 2025. Trump’s past stance on green energy policy has offered little confidence to investors and operators. And the current situation with global trade has only worsened market hesitation.
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