Dow Video on Partnership with Algenol for CO2-to-Ethanol Dow has posted a short video clip outlining its partnership with Algenol Biofuels to build a pilot-scale algae-based integrated biorefinery that will produce ethanol, located at Dow’s Freeport, Texas site. (Earlier post.) Steve Tuttle, Global Business Director, Biosciences, Ventures & Business Development for Dow, provides a brief overview...
In Brazil, the LA Times is reporting on the Brazilian sugar and ethanol’s continuing push to open up US markets for its ethanol. According to the report, the sugar and ethanol trade association UNICA is suggesting that sugarcane ethanol “is a better alternative fuel for the environment than electricity.” The article also reports on the [...] UNICA says sugarcane ethanol “is...
As it stands right now, there are comparatively few places to purchase alternative fuels. As of 2005, there were approximately 168,987 gas stations in the United States; of those, just 2,200 sell E85 ethanol fuel. No major oil outlets have fully embraced biofuels, although British Petroleum has just announced that it may begin commercial production of ethanol starting in 2010. BP has partnered with...
Algae might be the feedstock of the future for biodiesel and ethanol… if you know how to use it right. This press release posted on Reuters.com says a new report from Research and Markets entitled “Algae For Fuel, Algal Oil, Biofuels, Ethanol, Biodiesel And The Future Of Petroleum And Green Energy: Global Markets, Technologies, And Opportunities: [...]
In 2006 I attended a BIO meeting in Toronto focused on the new bio-based economy . Oil had just risen to $70/barrel and it was a time when environmental NGOs, biotech companies and even oil companies seemed to be on the “same page” in terms of their enthusiasm for moving to plant-based feedstocks as the perfect alternative to oil dependency. With the very obvious international security...
“It’s what we do. We sell blenders to everyone,” said Scott Negley, director of alternative energy products at Dresser Wayne. Blender pumps are gaining momentum across the country. They allow a retailer the flexibility to dispense various forms of gasoline and biofuels such as ethanol and biodiesel. Negley told me during the NACS show that [...]
A biodiesel plant that will make the green fuel from Wisconsin wood biomass is set for commissioning next week. This article from Biomass Magazine says the Flambeau River BioFuel LLC’s project will be commissioned using Honeywell Process Solutions’ supplies and automation equipment for what has been called the largest second-generation green diesel plant in the United [...]
From Smoky Mountain News: “Let’s see, automakers can get CAFÉ (Corporate Average Fuel Economy) credits for making gas guzzlers like Chevy’s suburban that can run on ethanol. That way they can rate one of those gas-guzzlers that gets 13 mpg at 23 mpg. Oh, and say goodbye to roasting ears. If we’re gonna get the [...] Today in Biofuels Opinion: “As long as there are...
Already a world beater in ethanol use, Brazil is getting aggressive in the amount of biodiesel it will burn. Right now, diesel users in the South American country are required to run on a 4 percent biodiesel blend. Last week, Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva upped the ante to 5 percent by 2010… [...]
A new paper in the peer-reviewed journal Science illustrates "a critical accounting error" in the way carbon emissions from biofuels are measured in climate-change programs world-wide. Ethanol actually generates the same amount of greenhouse gas as fossil fuels, or more, per unit of energy. But this was still supposed to be better than coal or oil because ethanol's CO2 is "recycled."...
Olivia Cenex at 1208 West Lincoln in Olivia, Minnesota will be holding a Grand Opening celebration on Wednesday, November 4 from 11 a.m. until 1 p.m. E85 will sell for 85 cents off the original price per gallon and Biodiesel will sell for 20 cents off per gallon. Event supporters include: Farmers [...]
by SARAH NELSON , Contributing Writer Typically mixing spark-ignited fuels isn't a very good idea. If you try to run a vehicle that is calibrated for petroleum-based gasoline on an alternative fuel like ethanol, chances are you'll find yourself hitch-hiking to the closest mechanic. Until now, that is. Argonne , a laboratory of the U.S. Department of Energy is currently working to create an omnivorous...
Scientists are reporting development of a new generation of the microcapsules used in carbon-free copy paper, in which capsules burst and release ink with pressure from a pen. The new microcapsules burst when exposed to light, releasing their contents in ways that could have wide-ranging commercial uses from home and personal care to medicine.
Scientists are reporting results of one of the first studies on the release of silver nanoparticles from laundering those anti-odor, anti-bacterial socks now on the market. Their findings may suggest ways that manufacturers and consumers can minimize the release of these particles to the environment, where they could harm fish and other wildlife.
Where does it come from? Scientists are reporting a surprising answer to that question, which has puzzled and perplexed generations of men and women confronted with layers of dust on furniture and floors. Most of indoor dust comes from outdoors.
“US import tariff on Brazilian ethanol exports compromises the country’s capacity to diversify its fuels supplier base” POINT ROBERTS, WA and DELTA, BC September 9, 2008 - Renewableenergystocks.com, a leading investor news and research portal for the renewable energy sector within Investorideas.com, reports on the controversy and benefits of importing of Brazilian Sugarcane based ethanol. As the Brazilian
“A strong demand and interest for renewable packaging solutions” POINT ROBERTS, WA and DELTA, BC August 18, 2008 www.Renewableenergystocks.com , a leading investor news and research portal for the renewable energy sector within Investorideas.com, presents a green investor podcast with Andy Badolato, CEO of Industrial Biotechnology Corporation (OTCPK: IBOT). Industrial Biotechnology Corporation (OTCPK:
Larry Kristof Elaborates on Green Incubator Model of Carbon Capture, Cellulosic Ethanol and Recent China Venture POINT ROBERTS, WA and DELTA, BC –August 14, 2008 Investorideas.com and www.RenewableEnergyStocks.com , a leading investor news and research portal for the renewable energy sector within Investorideas.com, present an audio interview with Larry Kristof, CEO of Mantra Venture Group Ltd. (OTCBB:
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