Biodiesel Infrastructure Gets Big Boost in Latest HBIIP Grant-Funding Round
by Ron Kotrba (Biobased Diesel Daily) The USDA announced Aug. 19 that it is investing $26 million in biofuels infrastructure under the Higher Blends Infrastructure Incentive Program to help expand the availability of higher blends of biofuels, such as B50 blends of biodiesel, by 822 million gallons in 23 states.
Among the grants announced Aug. 19, which is the third round of funding under HBIIP, is funding for 12 biodiesel projects nationwide that will support more than 770 million gallons of biodiesel annually.
“Updating America’s infrastructure to expand consumer access to low-carbon biodiesel and Bioheat® fuel is a low-cost, high-return investment in meeting the nation’s goals for near-term carbon reductions,” said Kurt Kovarik, vice president of federal affairs for the National Biodiesel Board. “The return on investment is already evident.”
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USDA Invests Half A Million Dollars In Biofuel Infrastructure In Nebraska (WNAX)
Maine firm to play role in federal plan to boost biofuel (Associated Press/Fox 23)
USDA announces $26 million in third round of HBIIP awards (Biodiesel Magazine)
