Biofuels and Alternative Fuels – Technologies, Policy and Market Integration

Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:

• Understand the global biofuels landscape – including different biofuel types, their applications across road, rail, marine, and aviation sectors, and the role of alternative fuels in energy security and climate mitigation.
• Evaluate feedstocks and sustainability – assess conventional and waste-based feedstocks, their availability, characteristics, pretreatment requirements, and compliance with international sustainability and policy frameworks.
• Comprehend biofuel production technologies – from conventional bioethanol and biodiesel to advanced and drop-in fuels such as HEFA/HVO, pyrolysis, hydrothermal liquefaction, Fischer-Tropsch, alcohol-to-jet, and power-to-liquids, including technology readiness and commercial deployment.
• Analyze refinery integration and co-processing – understand how biofuels can be integrated into existing refinery units, including hydrotreaters, hydrocrackers, and FCC, and the operational and carbon intensity implications of these processes.
• Navigate regulatory, certification, and market considerations – interpret ASTM and EN standards, ICAO/CORSIA requirements, blending regulations, storage and handling considerations, and global trade opportunities for biofuels and sustainable aviation fuels.

This course is designed for:

• Energy professionals and engineers working in bioenergy, renewable fuels, and conventional fuel industries.
• Policy makers, regulators, and sustainability specialists involved in climate mitigation and energy transition planning.
• Refinery and chemical engineers interested in co-processing and integrating biofuels into existing infrastructure.
• Transportation sector stakeholders (aviation, marine, road, and rail) exploring alternative fuels adoption.
• Researchers, consultants, and project developers focusing on renewable energy, biofuels production, and decarbonization strategies.

• Basic
• Intermediate

The course uses a combination of interactive lectures, case studies, and group discussions to introduce key concepts and encourage participant engagement. Quizzes and knowledge checks reinforce learning, while scenario-based exercises and process flow walkthroughs provide practical, hands-on understanding of biofuel production, refinery integration, and carbon intensity evaluation. This blended approach ensures participants gain both technical knowledge and actionable insights applicable to real-world operations.

Your expert course leader is an internationally recognized expert in biofuels and sustainable aviation fuels (SAF), with over 17 years of experience spanning production technologies, feedstock assessment, refinery co-processing, and global policy analysis. She has led and co-authored major studies for organizations such as the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO), International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA), Natural Resources Canada, Transport Canada, and Boeing, and has produced more than 70 widely cited publications in the field. Her work covers both conventional and advanced pathways—including HEFA/HEFA, Fischer-Tropsch, pyrolysis, hydrothermal liquefaction, alcohol-to-jet, and power-to-liquids—along with extensive knowledge of ASTM certification, life-cycle analysis, and refinery integration. With deep technical expertise and hands-on project experience across aviation, marine, and refinery sectors, she brings a uniquely comprehensive and practical perspective to the course.

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