Biofuels

US Commerce Invites AD/CVD Review Requests for April-Anniversary Orders Including R-134a, Activated Carbon and Phosphate Fertilizers

The US Department of Commerce has opened the window for requesting administrative reviews of antidumping and countervailing duty (AD/CVD) orders with April anniversaries, including those for R-134a, activated carbon, and phosphate fertilizers. Impacted importers and producers must file requests by April 30, 2026, to potentially adjust duty rates; failure to act will result in the automatic assessment of duties at current cash-deposit rates.

5 Apr 2026, 19:20federalregister.govUnited States

US House Introduces Bioindustrial Scale-Up for Supply Chains and Energy Resiliency Act of 2026 (H.R. 7936)

The US House introduced H.R. 7936 in March 2026 to accelerate the commercialization of bioindustrial manufacturing and strengthen domestic supply chains for chemicals and energy materials. This proposal signals a shift toward federally supported, open-access infrastructure for scaling biotechnology, offering manufacturers new pathways to transition from fossil-based to bio-based feedstocks.

4 Apr 2026, 10:32govinfo.govUnited States

Iowa Senate Files Amendment S-5147 To HF 2671 On B-20-Compatible State Rental Diesel Vehicles

Iowa is advancing legislation requiring all state-rented or leased diesel passenger vehicles to be B-20 biodiesel compatible for contracts starting July 2026. This mandate signals a shift toward higher biofuel integration in public fleets, requiring rental providers and OEMs to verify engine certifications for state contract eligibility.

3 Apr 2026, 18:18legis.iowa.govUnited States

Netherlands Senate Adopts Law Implementing RED III Transport-Sector Renewable Energy Targets

The Netherlands Senate has adopted legislation implementing RED III transport provisions, significantly raising renewable energy targets for the sector. Fuel suppliers should prepare for increased quotas and enhanced reporting obligations as the country accelerates its transition toward EU climate-neutrality goals.

2 Apr 2026, 17:01eerstekamer.nlNetherlandsEuropean Union

EU Implementing Decision Recognises Latvia Rapeseed GHG Data Under Renewable Energy Directive

The EU has formally recognized Latvia’s greenhouse gas (GHG) emission data for rapeseed cultivation, effective April 21, 2026. Biofuel producers can now use these verified national values instead of default figures to demonstrate compliance with RED II sustainability criteria and optimize lifecycle carbon footprint calculations.

2 Apr 2026, 16:37eur-lex.europa.euEuropean UnionLatvia

Iowa HF 2071: Ways And Means Subcommittee To Consider Biodiesel Producer Tax Refund Increase

Iowa is considering legislation (HF 2071) to increase the biodiesel production tax refund to $0.05 per gallon and extend the program's expiration to 2031. This move signals sustained state-level support for biofuels, improving the long-term financial outlook and investment certainty for in-state biodiesel operations.

1 Apr 2026, 19:04legis.iowa.govUnited States

Peru INDECOPI Initiates Sunset Review of Anti-Dumping Duties on B100 Biodiesel From Argentina

Peru has initiated a sunset review of anti-dumping duties on Argentine B100 biodiesel, maintaining existing tariffs throughout the investigation period. Importers and fuel suppliers must account for continued trade costs while preparing evidence to influence the final determination on long-term market access.

31 Mar 2026, 19:31busquedas.elperuano.pePeruArgentina

CEN Publishes Technical Specification CEN/TS 18227:2025 For E20 Petrol (Up To 20% Ethanol)

CEN has published technical specification CEN/TS 18227:2025, defining requirements for E20 petrol with up to 20% ethanol content. This provides the technical foundation for future EU regulatory shifts toward higher biofuel blends, enabling manufacturers to assess vehicle compatibility and supply chain readiness.

31 Mar 2026, 18:45eshop.elot.grEuropean Union

Burundi, Kenya, Rwanda, Tanzania and Uganda Notify Draft Automotive Biodiesel Fuel Standards DEAS 1332:2026 (B100) and DEAS 1333:2026 (B5)

Five East African nations have proposed harmonized technical standards for B100 and B5 automotive biodiesel, with comments due by May 26, 2026. Producers and blenders must align fuel formulations and testing protocols with these regional specifications to ensure compliance and market access across the East African Community.

29 Mar 2026, 18:57docs.wto.orgBurundiKenyaRwandaTanzaniaUganda

US EPA Finalises 2026–2027 Renewable Fuel Standard "Set 2" Rule

The US EPA has finalized the 2026–2027 Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS) volumes, mandating significant increases in biodiesel and renewable diesel production. A strategic pivot toward domestic sourcing begins in 2028, when foreign-produced fuels and feedstocks will lose 50% of their compliance value, necessitating a long-term supply chain realignment.

29 Mar 2026, 17:20epa.govUnited States

Netherlands: NEa Publishes 2024 Renewable Energy for Transport Compliance Report

The Dutch Emissions Authority (NEa) has confirmed full compliance by fuel suppliers with 2024 renewable energy and GHG reduction targets, despite a significant increase in the annual obligation to 28.4%. Companies should prepare for the transition from the HBE system to emission-reduction units (ERE) in 2026, alongside heightened regulatory scrutiny of waste-based biofuel supply chains.

29 Mar 2026, 17:20zoek.officielebekendmakingen.nlNetherlands

Netherlands Publishes Letter on Animal Fat Use in Implementing Directive (EU) 2023/2413 on Energy from Renewable Sources

The Dutch government has clarified that biofuels derived from Category 3 animal fats will be subject to a 0.5 damping factor under the RED III implementation to prevent feedstock diversion from sectors like cosmetics. This move signals a stricter regulatory preference for waste-based feedstocks (Categories 1 and 2) and introduces significant counting penalties for higher-value animal by-products in the transport fuel mix.

29 Mar 2026, 17:14zoek.officielebekendmakingen.nlNetherlandsEuropean Union

Norway Proposes Amendments To Sustainable Products Act For Renewable Fuel Sustainability Criteria (Prop. 67 L 2025–2026)

Norway has introduced a bill to amend the Sustainable Products Act, establishing a legal basis for mandatory sustainability and greenhouse gas reduction criteria for fuels. This move signals a shift toward stricter life-cycle compliance and verification requirements for fuel producers and importers, aligning Norwegian law with the EU Renewable Energy Directive.

29 Mar 2026, 05:59regjeringen.noNorwayEuropean Union

UK Government Temporarily Restarts Ensus Plant To Safeguard CO2 Supplies

The UK government has secured a three-month temporary restart of the Ensus bioethanol plant to stabilize critical domestic CO2 supplies amid global geopolitical and industrial disruptions. This intervention highlights persistent supply chain vulnerabilities for CO2-dependent sectors, signaling a need for businesses to prioritize supply diversification and contingency planning for essential industrial gases.

28 Mar 2026, 15:55gov.ukUnited Kingdom

Ohio HB 773 Would Require E15 Fuel Sales At Turnpike Service Facilities

Ohio has introduced legislation (HB 773) to mandate the sale of E15 blended fuel at all turnpike service facilities and initiate a biodiesel feasibility study. This move signals a shift toward higher biofuel integration in state infrastructure, requiring fuel retailers and infrastructure operators to prepare for mandatory ethanol blending and potential future biodiesel requirements.

27 Mar 2026, 19:45search-prod.lis.state.oh.usUnited States

US EPA Issues Nationwide Emergency Fuel Waiver Allowing E15 and Single Gasoline Pool

The US EPA has issued a temporary emergency fuel waiver allowing nationwide sales of E15 and establishing a single national gasoline pool with relaxed volatility limits through May 2026. Fuel suppliers and retailers should prepare for simplified distribution logistics and increased ethanol blending opportunities while monitoring for potential extensions of these emergency measures.

27 Mar 2026, 19:41epa.govUnited States

Minnesota Legislature Proposes E-15 Access Requirements For Fuel Retailers (HF 4673)

Minnesota is proposing mandatory E-15 gasoline access for fuel retailers, with phase-in dates starting in 2028 for new stations and 2030 for existing sites. Impacted businesses should prioritize infrastructure audits to determine waiver eligibility or prepare for mandatory shifts in fuel distribution requirements.

27 Mar 2026, 18:41revisor.mn.govUnited States

Viet Nam Drafts QCVN 01:2026/BKHCN Regulation on Gasolines, Diesel Fuel Oils and Biofuels

Vietnam has proposed a new technical regulation (QCVN 01:2026/BKHCN) tightening quality specifications and conformity requirements for gasolines, diesel, and biofuels. Fuel producers and importers must prepare for stricter compositional limits and mandatory certification, including a phased reduction of olefin content in premium gasoline grades.

27 Mar 2026, 07:50members.wto.orgVietnam

Minnesota Senate Bill SF 4808 Proposes E-15 Gasoline Access and Monitoring Requirements

Minnesota has introduced legislation (SF 4808) to mandate E-15 gasoline access at fuel stations starting in 2028 for new sites and 2030 for existing infrastructure. Retailers and fuel equipment manufacturers should assess infrastructure compatibility and capital costs now, as the bill establishes strict dispensing quotas and limited waiver pathways.

27 Mar 2026, 07:49revisor.mn.govUnited States

Netherlands Senate To Vote On RED III Transport Implementation Bill On 31 March 2026

The Dutch Senate is scheduled to vote on March 31, 2026, on legislation implementing the transport provisions of the EU Renewable Energy Directive (RED III), which will increase national renewable energy targets for the transport sector. Fuel suppliers and transport operators face significant changes to fuel mix mandates, crediting rules for biofuels and hydrogen, and new compliance sanctions as the Netherlands aligns with EU-wide decarbonization goals.

27 Mar 2026, 07:47eerstekamer.nlNetherlandsEuropean Union