Sustainable Fuels Summit: SAF, Renewable Diesel, Biodiesel
June 9-11, 2025 ~ Omaha, NECo-located with the International Fuel Ethanol Workshop & Expo
The
Sustainable Fuels Summit: SAF, Renewable Diesel, and Biodiesel is a premier forum designed for producers of biodiesel, renewable diesel, and sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) to learn about cutting-edge process technologies, innovative techniques, and equipment to optimize existing production. Attendees will discover efficiencies that save money while increasing throughput and fuel quality. Produced by
Biodiesel Magazine and
SAF Magazine, this world-class event features premium content from technology providers, equipment vendors, consultants, engineers, and producers to advance discussions and foster an environment of collaboration and networking. Through engaging presentations, fruitful discussions, and compelling exhibitions, the summit aims to push the biomass-based diesel sector beyond its current limitations.
Co-located with the International Fuel Ethanol Workshop & Expo, the
Sustainable Fuels Summit conveniently harnesses the full potential of the integrated biofuels industries while providing a laser-like focus on processing methods that deliver tangible advantages to producers. Registration is free of charge for all employees of current biodiesel, renewable diesel, and SAF production facilities, from operators and maintenance personnel to board members and executives.
REGISTRATION
Access to all events at one price - including admission to all conference sessions (co-located events, plenary sessions and breakout sessions), entry to the Expo, all meal functions, and speaker presentations (available on conference app during the event). Producers Attend for Free.
If you have any questions on registration or rates please give us a call at 866-746-8385.
Call for Abstracts is Closed
The deadline for submitting abstracts was February 7, 2025.
Although the abstract deadline has passed, speaking and moderating opportunities may still be available.
Have additional questions? Please send inquiries to:
Danielle Piekarski, Program Coordinator
dpiekarski@bbiinternational.com
Sustainable Fuels Summit Agenda
Monday, June 9
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| 8:00 am - 3:30 pm |
FEW Golf Outing
The Players Club
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| 8:30 am - 10:00 am |
Concurrent Panels
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| 10:00 am - 10:30 am |
Networking Refreshment Break |
| 10:30 am - Noon |
Concurrent Panels
Sustainable Fuels Summit
Exploring Market Trends and Feedstock Opportunities in Biofuels
- Zach Hauser, Accounting/Compliance, Christianson PLLP
Expanding Feedstock Traceability Requirements
- Maria Jose Parra, US Biofuels Sr. Market Reporter, S&P Global Commodity Insights
Used Cooking Oil: Market Insights, Pricing Trends, and Opportunities in Biofuels
- Peter Zonneveld, President, Neste US Inc.
Why Renewable Fuels will be a Part of our Lower-Carbon Future and how They will Continue to Develop
- Cornelia Oana Toropoc, Economics, OMV
Insights on Biofuels and Bio-Feedstock at OMV
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| Noon - 1:00 pm |
Networking Lunch |
| 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm |
Concurrent Panels
Sustainable Fuels Summit
SAF Markets & Policies: Pricing, Pathways, and Credit Market Dynamics
- Kristine Klavers, Managing Director, EcoEngineers
SAF: Navigating the Global Regulatory and Compliance Landscape
- Sofía Cabrera, Market reporter, S&P Global Commodity Insights
Decoding SAF Pricing: The Impact of Regulatory Frameworks on Market Dynamics
- Azadeh Rohani, Senior Consultant, Worley Consulting
Opportunities for SAF in the Midwest: An Economic and Regulatory Overview
- Robert Auers, Manager - Refined Fuels, RBN Energy
Renewable Diesel and SAF -- Understanding Overlapping and Competing Credit Markets and Mandates
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| 2:30 pm - 3:00 pm |
Refreshment Break
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| 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm |
Concurrent Panels
Sustainable Fuels Summit
Strategies for SAF Market Growth, Investment, and Deployment
- Timothy Hughes, Project Director, CAAFI (Com'l Aviation Alt. Fuels Init)
The Promise, Progress & Potential of Sustainable Aviation Fuels
- Fanny Roldan, Associate Director – Commodity Insights Consulting, S&P Global Commodity Insight
Sustainable Aviation Fuels : Can Airlines achieve 10% Blend Commitment?
- John Oyen, Director of Business Development, ABB, Inc.
De-Risking through Co-Design/Co-Delivery
- Shrirang Vaze, Joint General Manager, PRAJ Industries Limited
Modularization: Transforming Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) Projects with Innovative Approach
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| 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm |
Expo Grand Opening & Welcome Reception
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Tuesday, June 10
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| 8:00 am - 9:00 am |
Breakfast
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| 9:00 am - 11:00 am |
General Session
Welcome
Industry Awards
Keynote Presentation
Industry Executive Roundtable Discussion
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| 11:00 am - 6:00 pm |
Expo Open
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| 11:00 am - 1:00 pm |
Dedicated Expo Time
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11:30 am - 1:00 pm |
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| 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm |
Concurrent Panels
Sustainable Fuels Summit
Ethanol Pathways to Achieve Sustainable Aviation Goals
- Caldwell Reed, Vice President of Sales & Project Management, Piller TSC Blower Corporation
Profitably Decarbonizing Ethanol Production with Mechanical Vapor Recompression
- Rachel Vanourny, Marketing Manager, Fluid Quip Technologies, LLC
Producing the Right Ethanol for SAF
- Denis Pchelintsev, VP of Engineering, Universal Fuel Technologies
Flexiform EtOH to Produce SAF at 1/2 the Cost of Alternatives
- Shrikant Rathi, Executive Director, PRAJ Industries Limited
Ethanol as a Feedstock for Sustainable Aviation Fuel: Unlocking New Market Opportunities
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| 2:30 pm - 3:00 pm |
Refreshment Break in the Expo
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| 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm |
Concurrent Panels
Sustainable Fuels Summit
Maximizing Ethanol’s Value in a Changing Energy Landscape
- Maria Jose Parra, US Biofuels Sr. Market Reporter, S&P Global Commodity Insights
Current Cost Dynamics and Future Supply and Demand Projections for Ethanol to Jet (ETJ) Production
- Michael Silva, Technical Sales Manager, Process Solutions, Sulzer Chemtech USA Inc.
Improve Profitability of Ethanol Plants by using DCO to produce Sustainable Clean Fuels
- Jordan Kearns, Vice President of Project Development, Antora Energy
The 3-pronged approach to Zero-CI Ethanol - the Gateway to SAF
- David Winsness, President, Comstock, Inc.
Integrating Comstock Fuels into Corn Ethanol Production Facilities
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| 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm |
Networking Reception in the Expo
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Wednesday, June 11
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Breakfast in the Expo
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| 7:30 am - 1:30 pm |
Expo Open
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| 8:30 am - 10:00 am |
Concurrent Panels
Sustainable Fuels Summit
Next-Generation Pretreatment Methods for Renewable Fuel Production
- Bryan Yeh, Vice President of Engineering & US Operations, Canary Renewables Corp.
Pretreatment Technologies for Renewable Diesel and SAF Feedstock
- Matthew Clingerman, Head of Licensing Technology Development, Sulzer Chemtech USA Inc.
Strategies for Integrated Pretreatment and Hydroprocessing
- Scott Kohl, Chief Technology Officer, Visionary Fiber Technologies
Immobilized Enzyme Pretreatment System for SAF and RD
- David Wilson, Senior Scientist II, IFF
Enzymes for Pretreatment of HVO/HEFA Feedstocks
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| 10:00 am - 10:30 am |
Refreshment Break in the Expo
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| 10:30 am - Noon |
Concurrent Panels
Sustainable Fuels Summit
Unleashing the Future of Biofuels: Financing Projects for SAF, Maritime Fuels, and More to Increase American Energy Production
- Ken Hill, Senior Consultant – Contractor, U.S. Department of Energy Loan Programs Office
- Additional Speaker To Be Announced
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| Noon - 1:00 pm |
Networking Lunch in the Expo
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| 1:30 pm |
Exhibitor Move-Out Begins |
| 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm |
Concurrent Panels
Sustainable Fuels Summit
Unleashing the Future of Biofuels: Financing Projects for SAF, Maritime Fuels, and More to Increase American Energy Production
- Mario Calado, Industry Strategy Lead, Process Systems Enterprise
Accelerating Technical Maturity and Deployment of SAF Plants Using Integrated Digital Design Approach
- Henry Ines, CEO, Chainparency
Technology Enablement and Digital Approaches for Validating Sustainable, High Integrity Biofuels
- Enzo De Biase, Business Development Manager, NextChem
Small Scale Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) Project in Indonesia: A Model for Local Feedstock Valorization and Replicability in US Midwest
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| 2:30 pm |
Sessions Conclude |
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