German scientists are researching ways to use all of extra CO2 to make fuel. All they have to do is enable benzene molecules to grab the oxygen atom from the CO2 in carbamate, producing phenol and a reactive carbon monoxide (CO) species.

The European Biodiesel Board (EBB) stated that biodiesel output may slow down due to inefficient market policies.

In an effort to reduce pollution, China has introduced cleaner fuel standards in Beijing, requiring retailers to supply gasoline and diesel equivalent to the Euro IV standard.

Source: Technology Review published by MIT

As corn ethanol becomes less attractive as an alternative fuel, other fuel types such as higher alcohols, oils, and cellulosic biofuels are becoming more popular. However, Gregory Stephanopoulos outlines the challenges in converting biomass to biofuels in this article.

The shipping industry is being urged by green groups and NGOs to reduce ship fuel emissions, as research cites the potential of 80,000 being killed by the year 2012 due to these emissions.

“British Columbia has given business some much-needed certainty on the climate change file, at least as far as its carbon tax plans go.” A price of $10 per tonne will be charged on carbon emissions from fossil fuels beginning in July and will be built into the price of fuel.

Adopting “greener” driving practices could save motorists £100 a year, according to the RAC. Practices like maintaining proper tire pressure, driving at an appropriate speed or reducing clutter will help the environment and lower your fuel consumption.

Northern communities in British Columbia are opposing the government’s new carbon tax program. Residents in remote areas feel that they are being penalized over fuel consumption choices that they have no control over “due to distance, climate and resource-based livelihoods.”

Waste Management Inc., who operates the largest US heavy-duty waste collection fleet, plans to use landfill gas as a source of low-carbon vehicle fuel.

As concerns over food shortages increase, UN’s Secretary General warns the United States and Europe to cut back on their production of biofuels. Leaders have previously pledged to increase production as a means to fight climate change.