Podcasts about Biofuel

John talks with Phil Near, who is the Owner and President of Jump Start convenience stores

Was Sie erwartet Warum einige Innovation schon vor 30 Jahren da waren und dennoch gescheitert sind.Welche Technologien für die Zukunft nachhaltiger Mobilität wichtig sein werden.Wie Elektromobilität auch in Deutschland erfolgreich werden könnte.Von welchen neuen Produkten Oliver träumt.Was die Automobilhersteller machen sollten.Interviewpartner: Oliver Lauter, Unternehmer, Innovator, Journalist, Auto-Kenner und -Enthusiast Im Interview: Oliver Lauter Das Thema Oliver Lauter ist seit über 30 Jahren Impulsgeber und Innovator im Automobilsektor. Schon Mitte der 1990er-Jahre beschäftigte er sich mit alternativen Antrieben, Biofuels und Hybridlösungen – lange bevor Nachhaltigkeit und Elektromobilität in aller Munde waren. Mit Projekten wie Biofuel24, Frittenfett-Umbauten, Weltrekorden im Hybrid-Bereich und neuen Batteriekonzepten zählt er zu den Pionieren der erneuerbaren Energien im Mobilitätssektor. Heute teilt er seine Erfahrungen als Experte, Visionär und Erzähler einer außergewöhnlichen Zeitreise durch drei Jahrzehnte nachhaltiger Mobilität.Weitere Informationen.Er blickt mit vielen Geschichten auf drei Jahrzehnte zurück, in denen er die Entwicklung nachhaltiger Mobilität hautnah miterlebt und auch selbst mitgestaltet hat. Von kuriosen Anfängen wie dem „Waschmaschinen-Hybrid“ über Frittenfett-Umbauten für ferne Länder bis hin zu High-Tech-Lösungen mit Natrium-Ionen-Batterien – seine Geschichte zeigt, wie viel Leidenschaft, Beharrlichkeit und auch Humor nötig sind, um Innovationen auf die Straße zu bringen.In dieser Episode erzählt Oliver also von Erfolgen, Rückschlägen, Pleiten und faszinierenden Menschen, die den Weg erneuerbarer Energien begleitet haben. Ein Podcast voller Anekdoten, technischer Meilensteine und der Frage: Was lernen wir aus 30 Jahren Pionierarbeit für die Zukunft?Weitere InformationenKontakt zu Oliver bei LinkedInMehr zu Manfred Sonntag bei VOX: Hybrid zum NachrüstenDie Galileo Salatöl-Rallye mit Oliver

L'Europa del Green Deal sembra lontana anni luce. In pochi giorni Bruxelles ha rinviato la legge anti-deforestazione, accantonato il pacchetto sul benessere animale, aperto ai biocarburanti e alla neutralità tecnologica per rilanciare l'industria. E intanto le destre spingono per un'Unione più competitiva e meno “green”. Dove vuole andare questa nuova Europa? Parliamo anche brevemente del Brasile che si accinge a ospitare COP30, della prima premier donna giapponese, delle elezioni in Bolivia e del Cile che vuole vietare gli allevamenti di polpi.INDICE:00:00:00 - Sommario00:00:52 - La promessa tradita del Green deal00:22:25 - Altre notizie dal mondo, in breveFonti: https://www.italiachecambia.org/podcast/green-deal-sotto-attacco/Iscriviti alla NEWSLETTER: https://bit.ly/43SCSr8Vuoi sostenere Io Non Mi Rassegno? Abbonati a Italia che Cambia.

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Since 2003, the National Corn to Ethanol Research Center at Southern Illinois University-Edwardsville has been at the forefront of advancing biorenewables research. In this Managing for Profit, Dr. Yanhong Zhang, Interim Executive Director at NCERC, talks about some of their latest efforts and how it impacts corn demand. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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Democrats are responding to announcement that emergency assistance for farmers won't happen until the government shutdown ends, and Tyson and Cargill will pay a combined $87.5 million to settle a beef price-fixing lawsuit from 2019.

Democrats are responding to announcement that emergency assistance for farmers won't happen until the government shutdown ends, and Tyson and Cargill will pay a combined $87.5 million to settle a beef price-fixing lawsuit from 2019.

Kapitalisme Hijau sering dielu-elukan sebagai jalan keluar revolusioner dari krisis ekologis kita, sebuah sintesis harmonis antara keuntungan dan planet. Namun, sejarah membisikkan kebenaran yang lebih sinis: ini bukanlah sebuah revolusi, melainkan sebuah penjenamaan ulang yang brilian. Sejak awal industrialisasi, bisnis selalu pandai menyerap tekanan eksternal—baik itu peraturan anti-asap di abad ke-19 yang didukung oleh para pedagang untuk melindungi keuntungan mereka, maupun inisiatif "keberlanjutan" korporat modern yang dirancang untuk memoles citra publik. Kapitalisme Hijau, pada intinya, bukanlah tentang menyelamatkan bumi, melainkan tentang menyelamatkan kapitalisme itu sendiri dari kemarahan konsumen dan ancaman regulasi. Ini adalah strategi bertahan hidup yang cerdik, mengubah krisis menjadi peluang pasar baru, di mana "kesadaran lingkungan" itu sendiri menjadi komoditas yang dapat dijual, sementara logika dasar sistem—pertumbuhan tanpa akhir di planet yang terbatas—tetap tak tersentuh dan tak terbantahkan. Ironisnya, "solusi" yang ditawarkan oleh Kapitalisme Hijau seringkali melahirkan monster ekologis baru, sebuah paradoks yang terus berulang sepanjang sejarah. Peningkatan efisiensi, yang seringkali menjadi andalan utamanya, justru menjadi bumerang melalui "efek pantulan" (rebound effect): mobil yang lebih hemat bahan bakar mendorong kita untuk lebih banyak mengemudi, dan peralatan hemat energi hanya membuat kita merasa nyaman untuk mengonsumsi lebih banyak. Sejarah penuh dengan contoh teknologi "hijau" yang menjadi bencana. Biofuel yang dipuji sebagai bahan bakar terbarukan ternyata memicu deforestasi dan krisis pangan. Cincin plastik six-pack, yang awalnya dirancang untuk mengurangi limbah kardus, kini menjadi simbol polusi plastik yang mencekik kehidupan laut. Kapitalisme Hijau, dengan keyakinannya yang naif pada solusi teknologi, hanya mengganti satu masalah dengan masalah lain, mengaburkan fakta bahwa masalah sebenarnya adalah sistem produksi dan konsumsi itu sendiri. Maka, pertanyaan yang sesungguhnya bukanlah "Bisakah kapitalisme menjadi hijau?", melainkan "Apakah kita berani mengakui bahwa kapitalisme hijau adalah sebuah ilusi yang menenangkan?" Ini adalah dongeng pengantar tidur yang memungkinkan kita untuk terus mengonsumsi tanpa rasa bersalah, sementara planet ini terus memanas. Sejarah yang terdokumentasi menunjukkan bahwa setiap upaya "penghijauan" pada akhirnya tunduk pada satu imperatif utama: keuntungan. Selama pertumbuhan ekonomi tetap menjadi dewa yang tak bisa diganggu gugat, maka "keberlanjutan" hanyalah sebuah kata kunci pemasaran. Kapitalisme Hijau bukanlah penyelamat; ia adalah bentuk penyesuaian terbaru dari sistem yang sama yang membawa kita ke tepi jurang, memastikan bahwa satu-satunya warna hijau yang benar-benar penting pada akhirnya adalah warna uang.

This week's agriculture news highlights the ongoing impacts of the federal government shutdown, positive updates in state ag policy, and conversations within the dairy industry. Agriculture headlines this week include the suspension of USDA reports due to the government shutdown, California's official approval of E15 fuel sales, updates on national biofuel plans and soybean tariffs, and how low Mississippi River levels could influence crop pricing. We also cover the latest CME/Purdue University Ag Economy Barometer results on farmer sentiment, a lawsuit moving forward that challenges USDA's electronic identification (EID) tag requirements, the new wage rate rule for the H-2A program now in effect and celebrations for both National Co-op Month and National Farmer's Day! Today's first interview is with Elizabeth De Vries-Dykstra and Bram DeVries of 4-D Ag Fashion and World discussing the state of the dairy industry and why high-visibility (HI-VES) workwear is becoming increasingly important for farms and insurance purposes. They also share insight into whether farmers are still investing in equipment and facility upgrades Another conversation on today's episode is with Suzanne Fanning, Chief Marketing Officer for Dairy Farmers of Wisconsin. She highlights the state's checkoff latest campaign, aiming to strengthen the connection between consumers, farmers and the people behind dairy products. Stay connected with us for more agriculture content on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and YouTube, along with our weekly videos!

Doug Berven, Vice President of Corporate Affairs at POET and a USFRA board member, speaks to the current state of the agriculture economy. Learn more here.  To stay connected with USFRA, join our newsletter and become involved in our efforts, here. 

The government is still shut down amid a congressional stalemate. Minnesota Democrat Sen. Tina Smith discusses which farmer-facing programs she's worried could be affected. She also expresses concern that the U.S. is losing export markets because of trade disruptions.Then, American Soybean Association CEO Steve Censky looks back at what the first Trump administration learned from delivering two rounds of Market Facilitation Program payments, and how that experience could guide the upcoming economic aid payments ag groups are requesting. Farmers for Free Trade executive director Brian Kuehl also joins the show to discuss the group's cross-country motorcade for trade.Want to receive Newsmakers in your inbox every week? Sign up! http://eepurl.com/hTgSAD

In this episode, Gerard Reid, Laurent Segalen and Michael Barnard dug into the technologies and narratives that keep surfacing in discussions about the energy transition, but which continue to underdeliver when you scrutinize the economics and engineering realities.Carbon capture and direct air capture remain heavily subsidy-driven, often costing more to operate than the value of the CO₂ they sequester. The dilution of carbon in the atmosphere makes the whole proposition profoundly inefficient, and while there are niche opportunities where high-purity CO₂ streams are adjacent to storage infrastructure, those remain exceptions. Enhanced oil recovery is the only space where the numbers truly add up, which means the public ends up footing the bill for most other applications. Even regulatory pushes, such as Germany's, can't overcome the fundamental cost and scalability barriers. Hydrogen suffers from a parallel set of problems. The sector's viability as a broad energy carrier depends on hitting a production cost of around $1 per kilogram, but real-world projects are stuck closer to $8 per kilogram. That gap has led to a string of cancellations from heavy hitters like BP, Exxon, and Air Products. Despite the hype around green hydrogen, the underlying assumptions never matched the physics or the economics. Battery electrification has emerged as the far more effective pathway for most transport, leaving hydrogen to fight for narrow industrial niches while its infrastructure and fuel cell supply chains lag behind.Nuclear energy is facing its own reckoning. The pivot toward small modular reactors was meant to revive the industry with faster, cheaper, more scalable deployment, but the reality looks different. Project sizes have crept upward, wiping out the “modular” advantage, and costs are trending well above $200 per megawatt-hour—hardly competitive. Ontario's flagship SMR project is already slipping years past its promised delivery, and there's little to suggest Wright's Law cost declines will appear in a sector defined by bespoke builds and long lead times. Investors may find opportunities in the extended development cycles, but the contribution to near-term decarbonization remains negligible.Fusion is another seductive technology that continues to consume enormous sums of capital without altering the climate trajectory. ITER alone is 30 years behind schedule and twenty times over budget, aiming only for a five-minute sustained reaction by 2040—without generating electricity. Private startups are raising capital but remain decades away from surmounting fundamental engineering barriers. I've said before that fusion may eventually matter for space exploration, but it's irrelevant for terrestrial energy in this century. Still, as a scientific project, it's worth continuing—but policymakers must not confuse it with a climate solution.Biofuels offer a more mixed picture. First-generation projects like corn ethanol were both environmentally and economically flawed, but second- and third-generation fuels derived from waste streams are showing promise. These have a real role to play in hard-to-electrify domains like aviation and maritime shipping. However, they're not a replacement for direct electrification on the ground. European policy still reflects caution due to food-versus-fuel concerns, but as technologies improve, biofuels can carve out a targeted and pragmatic role.We also touched on the politics and market dynamics of offshore wind and ESG. Offshore wind in the U.S. continues to face transmission bottlenecks, fragmented policy, and outright political hostility, leading to cancelled and delayed projects. Meanwhile, Europe's integrated approach in the North Sea demonstrates what's possible with coordinated policy. On ESG, we acknowledged the criticisms around greenwashing and governance metrics that often make little sense. Yet, even through the noise, investment flows tell a real story: fossil fuel funding is down 25%, and corporate decarbonization continues, even if much of it is “green hushed.” Governance frameworks are evolving, with multi-stakeholder models like B Corps pointing toward a fundamental redefinition of fiduciary responsibility.Taken together, these discussions reinforce a central theme: the energy transition isn't about wishful thinking or fashionable narratives. It's about hard economics, engineering constraints, and political realities. Technologies like carbon capture, hydrogen, SMRs, and fusion may attract attention and capital, but their roles are narrow at best and distractions at worst. The real work is in scaling what actually delivers—electrification, renewables, smarter grids, and targeted complementary solutions like advanced biofuels.

In this episode of the Biofuels Report, marine fuel reporters Luis Gronda and Natália Coelho explore the International Maritime Organization's proposed carbon levy for shipping, global reactions to the plan, and what it could mean for the future of marine fuels and emissions targets.

The battle for year round E15 is not new, but in the last several weeks, it has become increasingly urgent. Though lawmakers have expressed support again and again for expanded rules that would create additional demand for ethanol around the country, farmers and their advocates continue to wait for changes, and now with a gigantic corn crop about to flood the market, and hamstring prices, any bit of extra demand could provide relief.To help us understand where the E15 story currently stands, DTN Environmental Editor Todd Neeley joins us today with analysis of the latest announcements. The conversation continues with updates on the Small Refinery Exemption issue — a longer range issue that's been lingering at the EPA and in the courts since the first Trump administration. Then we'll get updates on the latest RFS volume announcements and what's happening on the trade front as the U.S. disputes Brazilian biofuel tariff levels. We'll also talk through the latest news on the 45Z tax credit, a recent plant acquisition, and what might be ahead as more federal uncertainty — and a potential government shutdown — loom. 

The mission of the Illinois Corn Marketing Board is to strategically invest Illinois corn checkoff dollars to grow demand, create new markets, and foster understanding of corn farmers and the corn industry. In this Managing for Profit, Chairman Tim Thompson explains some of the latest ways the organization is reaching that goal.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Harvest is here, and so are the tough grain marketing decisions. Prices are below break-even. Biofuel policy is uncertain. Global competition and interest rates add even more pressure. In this episode of Grain IQ, host Chad Moyer talks with Bree Baatz, grain and oilseed analyst at Terrain, about what farmers must know right now to make smart marketing calls. Bree shares insight on: - Corn vs. soybeans: which to store this harvest - Nebraska's role in the crush and biofuel story - Global signals from South America and China - How basis and demand could shape marketing opportunities Grain IQ is a production of the Nebraska Rural Radio Association, with support from the Nebraska Soybean Board.

Agriculture Victoria confirms a suspected case of potato mop top virus on the mainland, forestry residue from the South East of SA to be used to create biofuels, and PIRSA seeks to gain further access to properties in the Riverland for fruit fly surveillance.

Headlines on today's episode include:-Farmers will receive assistance from tariff revenue, President Trump says-U.S. soybean farmers slam federal aid to Argentina as markets shift to foreign competitors-Ernst discusses trade, biofuels expansion with President Trump-Much of U.S. entering fall in moderate to severe drought-Ethanol dip nothing to be alarmed bySee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Send me a messageIn this week's episode of Climate Confident, I sit down with Emily Wilkinson, Principal Research Fellow at ODI Global and Director of the Resilient and Sustainable Islands Initiative (RESI), to explore one of the most pressing and least discussed frontlines of the climate crisis: small island developing states (SIDS).These 39 nations, scattered across the Caribbean, Pacific and Indian Ocean, contribute less than 1% of global emissions yet face the most existential threats, from rising seas and saltwater intrusion to increasingly frequent Category 5 hurricanes. Emily explains why Dominica's 2017 disaster, damage equivalent to 226% of its GDP, was a turning point, sparking its bold ambition to become the world's first climate-resilient nation.We also dive into the financial side of resilience. Emily outlines groundbreaking tools such as climate-resilient debt clauses, debt-for-nature swaps, and pooled insurance schemes, innovations that give vulnerable economies breathing space after disasters. She shares examples of islands turning challenges into opportunities, like converting invasive sargassum seaweed into clean biogas, deploying floating solar in lagoons, and tapping geothermal energy beneath volcanic islands.We discuss the Bridgetown Initiative spearheaded by Mia Mottley, which is reshaping global climate finance debates, and how small island leaders are punching above their weight on the international stage.If you want to understand why SIDS are both the most vulnerable and the most innovative actors in the climate fight, and what their experiments can teach the rest of us, this is an episode you won't want to miss.Listen now to hear how small islands are rewriting the rules of resilience.Also check out Emily's podcast - Small Islands, Big PicturePodcast supportersI'd like to sincerely thank this podcast's amazing subscribers: Ben Gross Jerry Sweeney Andreas Werner Stephen Carroll Roger Arnold And remember you too can Subscribe to the Podcast - it is really easy and hugely important as it will enable me to continue to create more excellent Climate Confident episodes like this one, as well as give you access to the entire back catalog of Climate Confident episodes.ContactIf you have any comments/suggestions or questions for the podcast - get in touch via direct message on Twitter/LinkedIn. If you liked this show, please don't forget to rate and/or review it. It makes a big difference to help new people discover the show. CreditsMusic credits - Intro by Joseph McDade, and Outro music for this podcast was composed, played, and produced by my daughter Luna Juniper

Aviation and marine transport together account for approximately 15% of global oil consumption—a substantial share driven by sectors that are among the hardest to decarbonize. Unlike road transport or power generation, these industries face unique constraints: the high energy density required, long operating ranges, and the limitations of onboard storage mean that electrification or hydrogen solutions remain technologically and economically unfeasible in the near to medium term.In response, policymakers and industry leaders are increasingly focusing on low-carbon liquid fuels as transitional solutions. Chief among these are Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) and Hydroprocessed Esters and Fatty Acids (HEFA), both of which can be used in existing infrastructure and engines with minimal modification. These fuels can be of biological origin—typically derived from waste oils, agricultural residues, or purpose-grown feedstocks—or synthetic origin, such as Power-to-Liquid (PtL) fuels produced via electrolysis and CO₂ capture.Globally, significant efforts are underway to scale up these alternatives. The European Union, for instance, has introduced blending mandates through the ReFuelEU Aviation and FuelEU Maritime regulations, requiring a gradual increase in the share of SAF or other renewable fuels used in transport. These policies are supported by a range of subsidies, research programs, and emissions trading mechanisms (e.g., EU ETS inclusion for aviation and shipping), all designed to stimulate supply and demand for cleaner fuels.To help unpack the complex interplay of technical, economic, and regulatory challenges, we invited Callum McPherson, Chair of its Sustainable Business Forum and Head of Commodities at Investec, a London-based investment bank. With a mandate to structure and trade a wide array of fuels, Callum provides real-world insight into how these markets are evolving—and the limitations that remain.Some of the key topics Laurent and Gerard explored with Callum included: Which green fuels have realistic pathways to scale, and which are unlikely to work due to poor energy return on investment, unsustainable feedstocks, or prohibitively high costs? How will regional mandates, particularly those in the EU, impact global markets—and will they be enforceable in practice? What role will synthetic fuels play, given their dependence on clean electricity, high capital costs, and still-immature supply chains?What emerges is a highly nuanced picture. Despite the political momentum and technological progress, the fundamental economics remain challenging. Current estimates suggest that the cost of abating one tonne of CO₂ in these sectors can easily exceed €1,000 requiring considerable public support, whether stick or carrot.High costs and regulatory uncertainties are probably some of the reasons why Shell has decided not to complete the construction of a SAF refinery in Rotterdam.Laurent and Gerard conclude that while green fuels are a necessary part of the decarbonization toolkit, they are far from a silver bullet. The financial and ecological trade-offs are significant, and at current cost trajectories, these fuels will make only a marginal dent in overall emissions curves—at least in the near term.  Finally, an excellent book on the general topic of biofuels by Michael Grunwald:  "We Are Eating the Earth: The Race to Fix Our Food System and Save Our Climate."“The views and opinions expressed by Callum Macpherson are his own and are provided for information purposes only and should not be construed as investment advice, recommendation, or an offer to buy or sell any financial products or commodities. No representation or warranty, express or implied, is made as to the accuracy, completeness, or reliability of the information discussed. Listeners should not place reliance on any of the information share, and we accept no responsibility or liability for any loss arising directly or indirectly from the use of or reliance on such information. Commodities and other investments carry risks, and past performance is not a reliable indicator of future results. Before making any investment or financial decision, you should seek independent advice from a qualified professional, taking into account your own objectives and circumstances.”    

Markets closed lower across the grain complex, with several outside factors weighing on trade. On today's Final Bell, Mike Zuzolo of Global Commodity Analytics joins to break down the drivers. Key discussion points: Grains under pressure: Why the board couldn't hold early support. EPA biofuel ruling: Policy uncertainty continues to cloud outlook. Federal Reserve: Interest rate decisions and what they signal for commodities. Exports: Where U.S. sales stand in the global marketplace. Cattle on Feed: Expectations heading into Friday's report. Zuzolo highlights the intersection of policy, global demand, and market psychology that producers need to watch as the week unfolds.

The Federal Government announces more than a billion dollars towards the bioenergy industry, Australia's processor cow indicator reaches a record high price, and the South Australian wine industry launches its first industry brand and website.

Season 5: Episode 216 In this episode of North American Ag Spotlight, Chrissy Wozniak sits down with Jacqui Fatka, Lead Economist for Farm Supply and Biofuels at CoBank, to discuss the shifting landscape of biofuels and the growing role of aviation fuels in agriculture. With over two decades of experience in ag policy, trade, and renewable fuels, Jacqui provides valuable insights into how demand for aviation fuel is reshaping feedstock markets and creating both opportunities and challenges for U.S. farmers.The conversation explores how federal policy is driving investment in biofuels, how aviation fuels are influencing traditional crops like corn and soy, and what new feedstock options may come into play. Jacqui shares her perspective on how producers can prepare for increased volatility, how trade and global markets tie into this shift, and what rural cooperatives and agribusinesses need to know to stay ahead.Looking forward, Jacqui highlights the biggest hurdles to scaling aviation fuels and the role of infrastructure, investment, and innovation in meeting demand. She also previews her upcoming role as moderator of the Sustainable Aviation Fuels panel at the Women in Agribusiness Summit this September, where industry leaders will discuss biofuels investment trends and how aviation fuel adoption will impact feedstock markets.Learn more about CoBank at https://cobank.com/#farm #farming #agricultureNorth American Ag is devoted to highlighting the people & companies in agriculture who impact our industry and help feed the world. Subscribe at https://northamericanag.comWant to hear the stories of the ag brands you love and the ag brands you love to hate? Hear them at https://whatcolorisyourtractor.comDon't just thank a farmer, pray for one too!Send us a textSubscribe to North American Ag at https://northamericanag.com

Joe's Premium Subscription: www.standardgrain.comGrain Markets and Other Stuff Links-Apple PodcastsSpotifyTikTokYouTubeFutures and options trading involves risk of loss and is not suitable for everyone.0:00 Intro0:49 USDA Preview3:38 Argentina Situation7:22 Positive (ish) Soybean Spin10:11 Biofuel Back and Forth12:15 Ethanol Production

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Headlines on today's episode include:-Where to Store a Large Crop?-Storage, basis continue to be red flag for harvest-Grain Flow Disruptions Expected-Boosting soy demand through biofuels-An uptick in demand for replacementsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Three wise men met and discussed the Seven Sins of The Energy Transition. Laurent, Gerard and Michael dissect seven sectors that have captured attention, investments and public money and are at best dead ends, at worst disasters waiting to happen.Greed — “Subsidy Mining in a Lab Coat” (Carbon Capture & Direct Air Capture)A capital-intensive detour that soaks up public money while delivering trivial abatement at extreme cost, great PR for incumbents, weak climate math. Gluttony — “Three Kilowatt-Hours to Move One” (Hydrogen-for-Energy)An energy-wasting appetite: make H₂ with clean power, then throw most of that power away moving, compressing, liquefying, and reconverting it—useful only in narrow industrial niches. Sloth — “Always ‘On Time' by 2040” (Small Modular Reactors)Perma-prototype promises that stay years late and dollars short while wind, solar, and storage deploy at scale now. Pride — “We Will Bottle the Sun” (Fusion Salvationism)Technological hubris as strategy: a captivating physics quest, but not a climate plan for the 2030s. Invest in science, don't budget on miracles. Lust — “Drop-In Fantasies for Every Engine” (Biofuels-Everywhere)The seductive promise of pouring yesterday's fuels into tomorrow's problems; keep them for hard-to-electrify edges, not as a universal fix. Wrath — “Culture War at Sea” (America's Offshore-Wind Own-Goals)Ideological backlash, litigation, and policy whiplash torch viable projects and local supply chains while the rest of the world builds.Envy — “Green Halo by Checkbox” (ESG Box-Ticking)Chasing ratings and labels instead of real-world decarbonization and cash-flow-relevant risk; better to separate E, S, and G and measure outcomes   

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In Ep. #117, Jerry speaks with Dr. John Fleming, treasurer of the state of Louisiana, for a wide-ranging conversation. Topics include: Do decarbonization efforts, from net zero to carbon capture, actually do anything? How racial gerrymandering creates a more polarized nation The history of property rights — and why that matters in creating wealth for ordinary Americans. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of The Crop Science Podcast Show, Dr. Daniela Jones from North Carolina State University joins us to discuss groundbreaking research in biofuels, sustainable farming practices, and the impact of data-driven solutions on crop production. She explores topics such as optimizing biomass supply chains and applying machine learning to improve sweet potato grading. Dr. Jones also highlights the critical role of interdisciplinary collaboration and data integration in advancing the field of crop science. Don't miss this episode—tune in now!"We're pairing satellite images with in-field data to inventory current practices and plan future incentives for sustainable tillage."Meet the guest: Dr. Daniela Jones, Assistant Professor and Ag Analytics Director at North Carolina State University, specializes in data-intensive modeling for sustainable agricultural systems. With a Ph.D. in Biological and Agricultural Engineering from Texas A&M University, she collaborates with leading laboratories to enhance biofuel production and crop analytics. Her interdisciplinary approach integrates data from gene expression, soil sensors, and satellite imagery to optimize agricultural outputs.Liked this one? Don't stop now — Here's what we think you'll love!What you will learn:(00:00) Highlight(00:56) Introduction(03:50) Ongoing research(07:01) Biofuels supply(07:46) Machine learning(14:09) Tillage practices(23:15) Sweet potato(25:59) Final questionsThe Crop Science Podcast Show is trusted and supported by innovative companies like:- KWS

Joe's Premium Subscription: www.standardgrain.comGrain Markets and Other Stuff Links-Apple PodcastsSpotifyTikTokYouTubeFutures and options trading involves risk of loss and is not suitable for everyone.0:00 Biofuel Rumor Rally4:18 Crop Tour and USDA8:37 Export Sales13:30 Drought Monitor15:53 USDA Funding Cuts

It was a positive day for grains and a choppy one for livestock. On today's Final Bell, Mike Zuzolo of Global Commodity Analytics joins Lacey Shippy to unpack the action. Soybeans rally: Biofuel policy uncertainty and weather models fuel a breakout, with charts pointing toward June highs. Corn and wheat: Corn fights to join the bean rally while wheat shows technical strength, closing positive after weeks of losses. Exports and weather: Strong global demand and shifting high-pressure patterns keep grains supported. Cattle on Feed preview: Tight supplies, uncertain Mexican imports, and placement estimates set the stage for Friday's report. Zuzolo explains why this week feels like another USDA report day, with the EPA decision and crop tour results adding weight to the trade.

On Friday's AOA, we start the show with a look at the cattle markets to end the week and start the month of August with Kyle Bumsted from Allendale. In Segment Two, we discuss the economic impact of blueberries and talk with Kasey Cronquist, President of the U.S. Highbush Blueberry Council (USHBC). Next up in Segment Three, we discuss the latest news surrounding sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) with Jacqui Fatka, Lead Economist, Farm Supply and Biofuels at CoBank. Then we close the show with a D.C. policy news update from Jerry Hagstrom with The Hagstrom Report in Segment Four.

A new report finds that Australia could build a $36 billion low-carbon fuel industry, cut emissions by 230 million tonnes by 2050 and lessen reliance on imported fuels, but only if it acts promptly.  

In the ongoing quest to boost yields and reduce agriculture’s carbon footprint, Bayer is zeroing in on crop innovations that tackle both. Speaking at the company’s research farm near Saskatoon, SK, Bayer Canada president Antoine Bernet outlined updates to the DEKALB canola lineup and plans to expand into new oilseed crops. “We are enhancing our... Read More

In this podcast, our market experts discuss the recent developments in the US biofuels industry and the impact it's having on the specialised tanker market. A look back at the previous core flows, cargoes and vessels that were involved in US imports of biofuels and renewable feedstocks With the US blenders tax credit being replaced with the 45Z tax credit scheme, get insights into what the scheme is and what impact it has on freight markets Following the tax policy change that followed President Trump's Big Beautiful Bill, find out what to expect in the specialised tanker market Other key U.S. policy changes to be aware of    

National City has made efforts to reduce its number of industrial businesses in recent years with the goal of improving air quality and resident health.But a new new proposed biofuel depot is raining concerns in a city that has long sought to curb pollution.Also on KPBS Roundtable, the Chula Vista City Council passed an ordinance last week with new regulations on who can ride e-bikes and where. We take a look into the city's tighter restrictions on young e-bike users.Then, we share other stories in this week's roundup.Guests:Kori Suzuki, South Bay and Imperial Valley reporter, KPBSCrystal Niebla, infrastructure and government accountability reporter, inewsourceAshley Rusch, producer, KPBS

American biofuel manufacturers will use over half of all the soybean oil produced in the U.S. next year. NAFB News ServiceSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Biofuel supporters are giving testimony before the Environmental Protection Agency on its proposed 2026 and 2027 Renewable Volume Obligations. NAFB News ServiceSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dive into this powerful panel from the TopSoil Summit as industry leaders discuss the future of biofuels and sustainable aviation fuel (SAF). Learn how agriculture is positioned to play a pivotal role in transforming clean fuels for aviation and beyond.✨ Featured Speakers:Meg Whitty — Vice President of Corporate Affairs and Marketing at LanzaJet, a global leader in SAF development. Meg shares insights from her 17+ years in biofuels, spanning USDA, United Airlines, and cutting-edge SAF supply chain initiatives. She explores the evolving clean fuel landscape and agriculture's growing role in aviation sustainability.Kyle Ross — Head of Process Development at BioVeritas and chemical engineer specializing in scaling bio-based technologies. Kyle highlights how corn—including low-carbon corn—is being transformed into jet fuel while reducing carbon intensity, and what this means for agriculture and the renewable fuels industry.

The Big Beautiful Bill is signed — 45Z is officially LOCKED IN through 2029! This emergency press conference breaks down what this means for farmers, biofuel producers, and ag companies.✅ How 45Z helps you earn premiums on low-CI grain✅ Key takeaways from the Big Beautiful Bill when it comes to 45Z✅ Next steps to profit from low-carbon agriculture

Join RaboResearch oilseed analysts as they unpack how evolving US biofuel mandates and global geopolitics are reshaping oilseed, vegetable oil, and meal markets. A surprising policy shift in the US has sent ripples across the globe, offering long-term demand support to the oilseed industry — assuming all else remains equal.   RaboResearch Disclaimer: Please refer to our Australian RaboResearch disclaimer at https://www.rabobank.com.au/knowledge/disclaimer, our New Zealand RaboResearch disclaimer at https://www.rabobank.co.nz/knowledge/disclaimer, and our Global RaboResearch disclaimer at https://www.rabobank.com/knowledge/disclaimer/011410028/disclaimer for information about the scope and limitations of the Australian, New Zealand, and Global RaboResearch material published on the podcast.

In this week's episode, we cover major USDA updates, including a new farm security initiative and the appointment of Stephen Vaden as USDA Deputy Secretary. We also take a closer look at the closure of southern ports following a New World Screwworm outbreak. In the headlines, a screwworm outbreak near the Mexico border halted livestock imports and delayed key port reopenings as both the U.S. and Mexico invest millions in containment efforts. President Trump raised tariffs on South Korea and Japan to 25%, with additional trade actions expected later this month. Biofuel groups welcomed the EPA's newly proposed fuel standards for 2026 and 2027. Plus, President Trump voiced support for allowing immigrant farmworkers to remain on U.S. farms. This week, Delaney and Tanner sat down with Andrew Coppin, founder and CEO of Ranchbot. They dive into the latest industry dynamics, the importance of southern border monitoring and key biosecurity measures regarding the screwworm pest. Coppin also shares why the threat of New World Screwworm isn't just a Texas issue, it's a national concern for all livestock producers. Stay connected with us for more agriculture content on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook and YouTube, along with our weekly videos!

Hydrocarbon Processing sat down with Rajesh Gattupalli, President and CEO, Honeywell UOP, to discuss operational efficiency and profitability in refining and petrochemical operations. This includes various topics such as AI-driven tools that increase unit uptime and throughput, SAF production and adoption, emissions mitigation, digital tools shaping the workforce of the future, and much more.

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