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Stamp that has the words Import Tariff stamped on a notebook.

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To Tariff or Not to Tariff? Unstable Biofuels Market Brings Challenges

The past few days have created tremendous strain across several US commodity trade points. The Trump administration's threat of enormous tariffs on...

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ResourceWise Biofuels Market Update - January 2025.

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Biofuels Market Roundup: 45Z Confusion Persists

Getting clarity on shifting market conditions has taken priority as the Trump administration transitions into the White House. Some details were...

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A Panamanian port with large cranes, illuminated in the night.

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Bio-Bunkering Growth Expands to Panama

The global adoption of biofuels in marine shipping continues to rise as stakeholders seek sustainable and regulatory-compliant solutions for reducing...

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US Capitol with statistics and numbers indicating the biofuel market.

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Uncertainty Persists in US Biofuels as 45Z Delayed 90 Days

As the Trump administration settles into the White House, recent actions have introduced considerable uncertainty for green energy producers affected...

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Overhead shot of woods with 2025 in white text and the zero an image of the earth.

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What New Carbon Mandates and Reporting Are Now in Effect for 2025?

Now that 2025 is here, many new carbon mitigation reporting and blending mandates are officially in effect. These mandates aim to reduce greenhouse...

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2025 Clean Fuels America Conference.

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Clean Fuels America Conference 2025 Shows Bright Future for Renewables

The Clean Fuels America Conference 2025 is currently underway, and this year’s event has already brought together the brightest minds and strongest...

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ResourceWise 2025 Biofuel Industry Predictions

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ResourceWise's 2025 Biofuel Industry Predictions

The 2024 biofuels market was wrought with uncertainty and hesitation. Substantial shifts in the market occurred thanks to the EU’s anti-dumping...

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Used cooking oil (UCO) displayed over an airplane denoting the use of biofuels for aviation.

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45Z Update: Imported UCO Now Excluded from Tax Benefit

The US Treasury’s latest update on Section 45Z tax credits is shifting momentum across the biofuel market. The announcement confirmed earlier...

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A globe sits in front of several line charts, denoting the biofuels and feedstocks market.

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Top 10 Biofuel Insights of 2024

As we celebrate the start of a new year, it's time to reflect back on the past one. The biofuels market saw some impressive growth this year, both in...

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2024 Biofuel Predictions Review from ResourceWise.

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Biofuel Market Predictions: How Did We Do for 2024?

Each year, ResourceWise releases blogs outlining several predictions across the commodities we cover—biofuels included. As we wrap up 2024, it’s...

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SAF fuel truck on a commercial airport runway.

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SAF Production Lower Than Expected in 2024, But Things Are Looking Up

Sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) has been gaining serious momentum in its production and attention across the global airline industry. This comes as...

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2025 US Biodiesel Market Update.

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2025 US Biodiesel Market: 2024 Ends Strong As Uncertainty Remains

As the biodiesel industry wraps up 2024, producers find themselves at a crossroads. On one hand, production remains robust under the expiring US...

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Biofuels market update: EUDR 'no risk' category causes controversy; bio-bunkering market gains further traction.

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Biofuels Market Roundup: EUDR 'No Risk,' Bio-Bunkering Growth in Focus

Big news across the biofuels market with the new classification of 'no risk' countries in the EUDR and further emphasis on bio-bunkering and SAF.

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A presenter speaking about carbon mitigation at the AFCC Conference.

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Major Focus on Carbon Mitigation Opportunities at AFCC Conference

The Alternative Fuels and Chemicals Coalition (AFCC), an organization advocating for policies supporting the development of alternative fuels and...

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2024 US Presidential Election and its effect on the biofuels market.

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What the US Election Results Mean for Biofuels

As the dust settles on the 2024 US election, many businesses across the biofuels and low carbon feedstocks industry are left with several questions....

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A hose connected and manifold closed for bio-bunkering on a shipping vessel.

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Confusion Surrounding Bio-Bunkering and IMO's Emissions Goals

The subjects of decarbonization and low-carbon fuels now sit front and center at global shipping summits. However, uncertainty persists about the...

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The biofuel market is focused on bio-bunkering, SAF, and the EUDR.

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Biofuels Market Roundup: Bio-Bunkering, EUDR, SAF Take Center Stage

Biofuels continue to generate serious attention as the market takes a much closer look at 2025 projections.

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Biofuel barrels in front of a production facility.

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Why Use Biofuels to Decarbonize?

In today’s future-focused global marketplace, businesses of all types are facing mounting pressure to reduce their carbon footprints. Finding a path...

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Biofuel barrels containing renewable diesel for use in the US.

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Renewable Diesel’s Growing Role and Importance in US Fuel

The renewable diesel industry is currently experiencing significant changes. Federal and state policies are now prioritizing emission reductions as...

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Woody biomass used as a feedstock in the production of biofuel.

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EUDR Update: New Due Diligence, Implementation, and Penalty Info

On October 2, the EU Commission announced a proposal for a one-year delay in the European Union Deforestation Regulation (EUDR). While the proposal...

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Deforestation of a rainforest for a palm oil farm, which the EUDR will now help to reduce.

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Potential EUDR Delay and What It Means for Biofuels

Significant policy changes may be on the horizon regarding the implementation of the European Union Deforestation Regulation (EUDR).

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An airplane using SAF at an airport.

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5 Key Topics to Understanding the SAF Market in 2025

Recently, ResourceWise held a live webinar titled SAF Market Prepares for 2025 Takeoff (which you can now watch on-demand) providing a deep dive into...

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A plane fueled by sustainable aviation fuel, or SAF, flies over the feedstock crops used to make the fuel.

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Biofuels Market Roundup: All Eyes on SAF While EU Outlook Improves

The market for biofuels and low-carbon feedstocks moves fast, and last month was no exception.

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Sugarcane over a map of the Pacific region for SAF production.

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Fiji Airways Looks to Pacific, Sugarcane Crops for New SAF Production

Sustainable aviation fuel continues to stay top-of-mind as industry members seek out further production avenues to meet growing demand. These efforts...

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A biofuel pump next to several market graphs and data to show margins.

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2024 Margins Down 40% from 2022 as Advanced Biofuel Tickets Stay Low

The biofuels and feedstocks market has experienced a persistent downward trend, affecting margins and causing immense strain on producers. But shifts...

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Silhouette of a plane over a forest that says sustainable aviation fuel.

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Your Guide to Sustainable Aviation Fuels (SAF)

As the world rapidly shifts focus toward renewables, sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) has become a pivotal piece of the puzzle within the airline...

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A commercial airplane landing at an airport in Southeast Asia.

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Study Shows Southeast Asia Could Cover 12% of Global SAF Production

The sustainable aviation fuel market has already faced immense challenges in its early adoption stages. One of the biggest obstacles has come in the...

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A small pile of wood pellets with on top of green leaves.

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Advancing Bioenergy: Department of Energy Announces FCIC FY2025 Call for Partnership

On September 4, 2024, the US Department of Energy's (DOE) Feedstock-Conversion Interface Consortium (FCIC) launched its FY25 Industry Partnership...

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A harvest of biomass on rolling hills as feedstocks to create advanced biofuels or second-generation biofuels.

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How Feedstocks from Crops Create Advanced Biofuels

As the world pushes toward a greener future, one very important concern is waste reduction. Waste reduction aims to reduce landfill volume, promote...

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Wood pellets next to cut sawlogs in a forest as woody biomass feedstocks for biofuel.

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Forest Waste Comes into Spotlight as Feedstock Solution for Biofuels

As the biofuel and bioenergy climate grows in the US, the search for suitable feedstocks to power the industry has become increasingly critical. Wood...

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Collage of US, EU, and China representing the global biofuels and feedstocks market.

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Biofuel Market Roundup: Anti-Dumping Shakes Up China, EU, US Trade

The international biofuels and feedstocks market has continued to experience volatility in recent months. As we quickly move toward the end of the...

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A Singapore bio-bunkering port with several colored shipping containers.

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Bio-Bunkering Sees Impressive Growth with Surging Demand in Asia

The bio-bunkering market continues to see expansion with positive growth and increased demand in several key regions of Asia. While Singapore returns...

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EPA Investigates Claims of UCO Fraud in US Biodiesel Supply Chain

The US government is investigating the integrity of various biodiesel producers' practices as concerns grow over potentially fraudulent ingredients...

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Front of JFK, New York International Airport, where SAF adoption is increasing.

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SAF Market Update: United, JetBlue Commit to More Renewables

Sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) remains a hotspot across the biofuels and aviation markets. As mandates loom and regulations become stricter, more...

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Aerial view of pulp and paper facility where crude tall oil is also produced.

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Crude Tall Oil’s Opportunity Around EU's Anti-Dumping Ruling on China

The EU’s recent ruling on anti-dumping tariffs for Chinese biodiesel imports has already created a shockwave in the biofuels industry. As industry...

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A document reading Anti-Dumping Duty that the EU has imposed against Chinese biodiesel imports.

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EU Anti-Dumping Ruling on China Marks Serious Shift in Biofuels Market

The European Union has made waves in the international biofuels market by announcing preliminary anti-dumping duties on Chinese biodiesel and...

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An airplane being fueled by sustainable aviation fuel, or SAF.

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Biofuel Market Roundup: SAF and Airfare Costs, EUDR Concerns, and More

The biofuel market has seen its share of movement in recent weeks. With regulatory compliance and biofuel blending mandates on the horizon,...

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Ethanol fuel pump, a renewable transportation fuel.

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How the New Climate Ethanol Alliance Is Shaping a Sustainable Future

A new initiative, the Climate Ethanol Alliance (CEA), has been introduced with a renewed focus on decarbonization in the transportation sector...

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A biodiesel pump dripping onto a pile of its feedstock, soybeans.

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Biodiesel Production Hits Record Highs as Demand and Adoption Surge

Global biodiesel production has hit record levels, and the trends show continued growth across the industry. The increase further signals increasing...

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US Clean Fuel Tax Credit Offers Big Incentives for Biofuel Producers

On May 31, the US Treasury Department and the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) rolled out guidelines detailing how to register for the Section 45Z...

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Biofuel Market Shows Some Slowdown with Big Focus on SAF

Current biofuel market conditions remain soft in several regions as both macroeconomic and governmental challenges loom. Many businesses are awaiting...

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A European biodiesel production facility.

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UK Launches Anti-Dumping Probe on Chinese Biodiesel Exports

The UK recently announced an anti-dumping investigation specifically focused on Chinese biodiesel exports. The move will likely cause some...

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A factory for the production of ethanol-based biofuel.

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Open Letter to EPA Calls for Increased RFS Volumes for 2026

Doubts persist that the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) will roll out the 2026 Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS) volumes within this year's...

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Plane fueled by SAF flying over a green forest.

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Analysis: SAF Market to Surge Five-Fold to Near $4 Billion by 2028

The sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) market has quickly risen to become a highly demanded alternative to traditional fossil fuel. With intense growth...

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Used cooking oil, or UCO, draining at a processing facility.

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Chinese Used Cooking Oil Disrupts US Biodiesel Market

The US biofuels industry is currently straining under mounting tensions. The heart of the turmoil is related to the US importing used cooking oil...

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A renewable biodiesel fuel pump sits atop a large pile of soybeans.

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US Biodiesel Update: Increased Production and Usage Amplifies Market

The US biodiesel market is moving upward very quickly. We're seeing investments in this renewable fuel in US-based business and governmental...

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Bar chart showing German countries of origin for biodiesel exports in 2022 and 2023.

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Germany Records Highest Ever Biodiesel Exports with 55% Increase to US

Germany's production output for biodiesel has set a new record—and created a noteworthy shift in the biofuels market.

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A gas can sitting in a corn field denoting ethanol as a biofuel source.

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Growth Energy Helps Retailers Shift to Renewable E15 and E85 Biofuels

Growth Energy, a US-based biofuels trade association and prominent biofuel industry advocate, has announced more companies it has supported in the...

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ResourceWise Prima Markets logo and ENGINE logo signifying a partnership between the two companies.

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Bio-Bunker Price Indexes Now Available on Prima CarbonZero Platform

ResourceWise is proud to announce an expansion into the marine biofuels market. Partnering with the marine fuel experts at ENGINE, we now offer our...

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An airplane in the sky flying with SAF with a biofuel pump in the foreground.

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SAF Market Booming as More Companies Shift to Renewables

The market for renewable fuel alternatives continues to rise as companies seek out various methods to decarbonize their operations. The shift is...

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Interior of a biodiesel plant using used cooking oil to produce fuel.

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Argent Energy Closes Biodiesel Plant as Chinese Market Pressure Looms

The global green diesel market has seen its share of volatility in recent months. Perhaps the most uncertainty has occurred in Europe as Chinese...

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A garbage pile transitions into an airplane flying in the sky denoting waste-to-SAF.

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Redefining Garbage with Waste-to-SAF

As the world looks deeper to find creative solutions for renewability, the attention seems to continue to return to something we all deal with: our...

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Glass bottle with green algae inside, denoting biofuel.

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As New Biofuels Rise Up, Which Ones Will Win Out in the Market?

The rise of renewable fuels means that we’re entering a very exciting era for research and technology. As science looks toward renewable resources to...

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Upward view of a corporate headquarters with green accents to symbolize sustainability.

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How Major Corporations Are Investing Big in Sustainable Operations

As 2024 presses onward, the focus on decarbonizing business operations is fully in the spotlight. Companies of all types are actively working on...

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China's Newly Proposed ESG Regulations Take the Spotlight

The sustainability landscape is experiencing a significant shift as China proposes stringent new environmental, social, and governance (ESG)...

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A cargo ship loaded with various shipping containers.

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Bio-Bunkering and Maritime Biofuels Show Industry Shift to Renewables

As the transition to renewables gains speed, maritime fuels have long remained a difficult nut to crack. Shipping accounts for a stark majority of...

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Biofuel Breakthroughs: 4 Technological Advances in the Industry

In the ever-growing quest to reduce our carbon footprint, biofuels are much more than a mere alternative to traditional fossil fuels. It's a critical...

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Airplane flying in a cloudy sky with leaves coming out of its jet smoke denoting the use of sustainable aviation fuel.

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Flying Greener Skies: Airports Leading the Way with SAF Subsidies

As the aviation industry faces increased pressure to reduce its carbon footprint, sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) has emerged as a beacon of hope for...

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Close up of torrefied black pellets, a renewable fuel source.

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How Torrefied Black Pellets Will Help the Carbon Transition

Energy is a vital component of modern life, but its production and consumption significantly contribute to the climate change issue. As we face the...

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Bio-Bunkering Gaining Traction as Calls for Decarbonization Grow

Some breaking news from the maritime fuels market. ResourceWise is tracking a noteworthy rise in bio-bunkering sites. This change highlights some...

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Biochemicals production plant with several silos.

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Green Diesel Market Updates: High Demand Creates New Investments

The green diesel markets have seen a bright spotlight in recent months with increasing attention on renewables. With North America emerging as a...

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Top Sustainability and Biofuels Conferences in First Half of 2024

As 2024 takes off in full force, even more businesses are setting their attention and goals on how to transition their operations to renewables. With...

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ResourceWise's 2024 Biofuels Industry Predictions.

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8 Predictions for the 2024 Global Biofuels Market

The biofuels market has shown remarkable growth and change in the last 6 months alone. The call to transition to renewables grows stronger as more...

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2023 Year-End Sustainability Trends Focus on Biofuels, SAF

As 2023 comes to a close, several key sustainability topics have become top-of-mind in the energy market. Biofuels continue to gain prominence and...

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Factory producing large amounts of carbon emissions on a blue-green gradient.

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Carbon Disclosure Project Campaign Sets Sights on High CO2 Emitters

Recently, the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP) announced a huge breakthrough in the race to stop global temperature increases. A partnership with...

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A large pile of biochar ready to be utilized as a renewable fuel source.

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Biochar: Huge Potential in Biofuels and Renewable Energy

In the race toward renewables, new innovations continue to move the dial forward toward achieving our energy goals while decreasing carbon output....

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Test tube filled with biofuel.

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Everything You Need to Know About Biofuels

What Are Biofuels? Biofuels are a class of renewable fuels derived from organic material known as biomass. These organic materials include...

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Matt Elhardt, ResourWise VP of global sales, giving a presentation on wood-based chemicals at the 2023 AFPM International Petrochemcials Conference in Texas.

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What wood-based molecules bring to next generation fuels and chemicals

Millions of molecules and megatons of biopolymeric materials from wood sources will meet new, and old, petrochemical-focused markets going forward....

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Fiona Ribbins presenting information about low carbon feedstock at the APFM.

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The International Fight for Low-Carbon Intensity Feedstocks

Chemical companies have a six-and-a-half-year window to realize the ambitious sustainability goals they've been publicizing with aplomb in recent...

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List of commodity pricing on a digital screen.

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Major Q2 2023 Developments in Global Biofuels Market

Prima Markets, a ResourceWise company, continually monitors all major areas within the global biofuels and feedstocks market. We’ve collected some of...

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A large pile of downed timber and wood byproducts lies on the ground.

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Sustainable Aviation Fuels: Frequently Asked Questions and Answers

What is Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF)? SAF is a broad-based segment of biofuels used to power aircraft that has similar properties to conventional...

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