Niels Van Velde
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EBB publishes position on post-2030 Energy and Climate framework and the Renewable Energy Directive
Brussels, 16 April 2026 – The European Biodiesel Board (EBB) today published its policy recommendations for the establishment of the post-2030 EU energy and climate framework. As the European Union looks toward its 2040 milestones, the EBB is calling for a robust Renewable Energy Directive (RED) that prioritises stability, simplifies market entry for renewable fuels,…
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Updated approval list shows many commercial vehicles are ready for high blends of biodiesel
This press release was distributed by Association Quality Management Biodiesel (AGQM). The EBB is a signatory to the project. Berlin, 12 March 2026 – Many trucks, buses, tractors and construction vehicles are already approved for higher biodiesel blends, according to a list composed by the Association Quality Management Biodiesel (AGQM). The list was published together…
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Video: Decarbonising EU transport with biodiesel
Can we reach a 90% reduction in transport emissions by 2050 without biofuels? Right now, only 11% of transport energy is renewable. To hit our targets, we need a technology-neutral strategy that includes sustainable biodiesel. In this video EBB President Dickon Posnett, breaks down why biofuels are the “missing link” in the EU’s strategy. CHAPTERS:0:29…
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EBB publishes position on benefits of first-generation biodiesel
Brussels, 8 January 2026 – The European Biodiesel Board (EBB) representing EU producers of FAME, HVO and HEFA from all feedstocks, has published a position paper focussed on the benefits of first-generation biodiesel. The paper comes at a time where the European Commission’s proposed to exclude first-generation (1G) biofuels in the EU emission standards for…
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EBB and EUBA welcome Bioeconomy Strategy
The European Biodiesel Board (EBB), representing biodiesel (HVO & FAME) producers in the EU welcomes the Bioeconomy Strategy published yesterday (27 November). With this strategy, the Commission took another step towards a circular, carbon-neutral future, reducing our dependence on fossil fuels. In its Bioeconomy Strategy, the Commission acknowledged the essential and continuing role of biofuels…
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European Biodiesel Board achieves major success in fight against unfair Indonesian biodiesel imports after years of litigation before the European Courts
Brussels, 17 October 2024 – The European Biodiesel Board (EBB), which represents the interests of European biodiesel producers, obtained today a favourable judgement from the Court of Justice (case C-112/23 P), which rejected the appeal formed by Indonesian exporters PT Pelita Agung Agrindustri and PT Permata Hijau Palm Oleo against the judgment of the General…
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EBB position on the review of CO₂ standards for light-duty vehicles (LDVs) Regulation
Brussels, 7 October 2025 – The European Biodiesel Board (EBB), representing biodiesel (HVO & FAME) producers in the EU has submitted their input to the open consultation on the review of the Regulation on CO₂ emission standards for light-duty vehicles. As EBB, we’ve contributed with clear and forward-looking proposals: Last July, the European Commission launched…
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NSM: Call for Evidence for an impact assessment for the Revision of the Regulation setting CO₂ emission standards for new cars and vans
This position was distributed by the Network for Sustainable Mobility (NSM) of which the EBB is a member. Brussels, 2 October 2025 – The Network for Sustainable Mobility (NSM) is a voluntary, cross-sectoral group uniting stakeholders from transport, engineering, energy, and fuel manufacturing who support the role of renewable and sustainable fuels in achieving a…
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WGMM: Commission Yet to Deliver on CO₂-Neutral Truck Commitments – Industry Stands Ready
This press release was distributed by the Working Group on Monitoring Methodologies (WGMM), of which the EBB is a founding member. Brussels, 9 July 2025 – More than one year after entry into force of the CO₂ emission standards for new heavy-duty vehicles (Regulation (EU) 2024/1610), in force since 26 June, with legal effect from…
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EBB Statistical Report 2024-2025
Brussels, 3 July 2025 – The European Biodiesel Board (EBB) has published its 2024-2025 Statistical Report, providing a comprehensive overview of biodiesel production, consumption, feedstock use, and trade developments across the EU. As the leading industry association, EBB’s report offers insights into the role of biodiesel in meeting the EU’s energy and climate goals. The…