A thermochemical process can convert lipids from sewage sludge into biodiesel, according to a new study (Environ. Sci. Technol., DOI: 10.1021/es3019435). The low cost and high yield of the sludge ...

ISLAMABAD: Biofuels have been introduced in most of the advanced countries in the wake of oil crisis of 1973. Energy security and independence and boosting local agricultural markets have been the ...

California regulators are scrapping a biodiesel rule related to smog concerns that the industry has long said isn't needed.

Alabama farmers are increasingly choosing canola over winter wheat as a new crop option spreads across the state.

Indonesia will likely increase its palm oil export levy to support the country's biodiesel mandate, energy ministry official ...

In terms of environmental impact, biodiesel fuel is nicer than "ordinary" diesel. Meanwhile, styrofoam is a nasty, non-biodegradable packaging material. Now, like a scene from Back to the Future made ...

In our day and age, automakers and governments alike work together to find more sustainable fuel sources. Well, some governments - and automakers - only care when they make a profit off caring ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. I report on global issues as an economist, attorney and journalist. Right now, all across the US, producers of an alternative fuel ...

Are you thinking about switching to a biodiesel-compatible vehicle or running your current diesel car or truck on biodiesel fuel? Continue reading to learn the pros and cons of biodiesel vs. diesel, ...