(Nikola/PR Newswire) Creating the largest North American open network of commercial hydrogen refueling stations -- Nikola Corporation (Nasdaq: NKLA), a global leader in zero-emissions transportation and energy supply and infrastructure solutions, via the HYLA brand, and Voltera, a leading provider of critical infrastructure necessary to support
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Back TO HOMEE15 Rewards for White Bear Lake Drivers
(Minnesota Bio-Fuels Association) For the second straight week, the Minnesota Bio-Fuels Association (MN Bio-Fuels) and KS95 FM teamed up at a station in the Twin Cities metro area to promote E15. Today’s joint-promotion was held at a Holiday station in White Bear
May 04, 2023 Read Full Article
ReFuels Exploring IPO
by Meghan Sapp (Biofuels Digest) In Norway, Refuels N.V., one of Europe’s leading suppliers of renewable biomethane for decarbonization of heavy goods vehicles, intends to have its shares admitted to trading on Euronext Growth Oslo to widen its investor base and strengthen
May 02, 2023 Read Full Article
OG Clean Fuels Expands Presence in Europe, Opens Its First Bio-CNG Station in Italy
(OG Clean Fuels/AltFuels) OG Clean Fuels is expanding its clean fuels network to Italy with the opening of its first biomethane refueling location in Novara. After the Netherlands, Germany and Sweden, Italy is the fourth country in which OG Clean Fuels
April 28, 2023 Read Full Article
Air Products Announces Plan to Build the First Commercial-Scale Hydrogen Refueling Station in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
(Air Products/PR Newswire) The state-of-the-art, high-capacity station will be built near Air Products' New Net-Zero Hydrogen Energy Complex -- Air Products (NYSE: APD), the world's largest producer of hydrogen and a first-mover in energy transition projects, today announced plans to build a
April 28, 2023 Read Full Article
Biden EPA to Allow Summer Sales of High-Ethanol E15 Gasoline
Jennifer A. Dlouhy (Bloomberg/Yahoo!) Biden administration officials have decided to issue an emergency waiver that will allow widespread sales of higher-ethanol E15 gasoline this summer, following a strategy used last year to help tamp down high pump prices. ... To justify the
April 28, 2023 Read Full Article
Fuel Retailers Respond to Biden Administration’s Proposed Vehicle-Emissions Standards
(NATSO/Biobased Diesel Daily) NATSO, representing America’s travel centers and truck stops, and SIGMA: America’s Leading Fuel Marketers, encouraged the Biden administration to work with the nation’s fuel retailers to implement policies that will encourage private-sector investment in alternative fuels. The organizations
April 25, 2023 Read Full Article
Trucking Industry Worries US EPA Put 'Cart before the Horse' with Emissions Proposal
by Jasmin Melvin (S&P Global) EPA, California rules look to phase out diesel trucks; Will require more trucks to haul same amount of freight; Range, charging and power needs still present challenges -- While onboard with ambitions to transition the US car fleet
April 20, 2023 Read Full Article
Renewable Diesel Production 'Booming' as National Availability Remains in Question
by Tom Quimby (Commercial Carrier Journal) Market forecast reports are indicating a large uptick in renewable diesel production in the U.S. as most of low-carbon fuel continues to be confined to California. The Department of Energy reported that renewable diesel production could
April 19, 2023 Read Full Article
Sheetz Drops Price on Flex Fuel, Offering Gas for $1.85 per Gallon for Limited Time
by Natalie Neysa Alund (USA TODAY) Sheetz, a major mid-Atlantic gas station, restaurant and convenience chain, has lowered its price for flexible fuel to $1.85 a gallon through April 30. E85, or flexible fuel, is offered at more than 375 Sheetz stores throughout Pennsylvania,
April 18, 2023 Read Full Article
#90. Truck Stops Take on Alternative Fuels
by Tammy Klein (Transport Energy Strategies) Which fuels are truck stops blending and selling and where are they trending in the next 10, 15, and 20 years? And, what are they planning for electrification? NATSO’s Alternative Fuels Council is helping truck
April 17, 2023 Read Full Article
The ‘E’ Is Silent
by Ron Lamberty (American Coalition for Ethanol) When EPA examined concerns about removing the 1-pound RVP waiver during the high-ozone season to facilitate year-round blending of E15, it gave zero consideration to the negative economic impact a "gap year" would
April 14, 2023 Read Full Article
Lower-Carbon E15 Ethanol Blend Now Available in New York
(Renewable Fuels Association) E15, the low-cost, lower-carbon fuel blend containing 15 percent ethanol, is now available to drivers in New York state for the first time. One of the first locations offering E15 in the Empire State is the Dandy Mini
April 14, 2023 Read Full Article
E85 in California: Lowest-Cost, Fastest-Growing Liquid Fuel Option for Drivers
(Renewable Fuels Association) It comes as no surprise that the lowest-cost fuel in California is also the state’s fastest-growing liquid fuel, the Renewable Fuels Association said Tuesday at an event in Sacramento spotlighting the importance of the lower-carbon E85 Flex Fuel
April 12, 2023 Read Full Article
ACE Fly-in Gives Lawmakers Ethanol Education
by Cindy Zimmerman (Energy.AgWired.com) Senator Chuck Grassley of Iowa is possibly the biggest supporter of ethanol in Congress, but he can always use more information to share with his colleagues who may disagree. During the American Coalition for Ethanol (ACE) Fly-in this week,
April 07, 2023 Read Full Article
Indian Oil to Consolidate Green Assets under 1 Umbrella for Powering India’s Energy Transition
(Indian Oil/Biobased Diesel Daily) During the first Indian Oil Green Energy Summit held March 15, Indian Oil Corporation Ltd., the country’s top refiner and fuel retailer, shared a wide array of sustainability endeavors poised to catalyze India’s green-energy transition. The company
March 21, 2023 Read Full Article
Companies Assisted by RFA Received $36 Million in Latest Round of USDA Infrastructure Grants
(Renewable Fuels Association) The U.S. Department of Agriculture recently concluded the latest round of its Higher Blends Infrastructure Incentive Program (HBIIP), and once again the Renewable Fuels Association helped dozens of retailers apply for, and win, grant awards that will expand
March 17, 2023 Read Full Article
Esso Launches 25% Renewable Diesel Fuel at Selected Forecourts
(Biofuels International) Esso has launched a limited trial of its new Esso Supreme 25% renewable diesel in the south-east of the UK. Available for customers to purchase at 20 Esso retail sites, the fuel is the first of its kind
March 09, 2023 Read Full Article
Eni Sustainable Mobility's Diesel from 100% Renewable Raw Materials Powers Spinelli Group Trucks
(Eni) From today, HVOlution, the biofuel produced at Venice and Gela Eni’s bio-refineries, will be used by 150 vehicles from the Spinelli Group’s fleet -- Eni Sustainable Mobility and the Spinelli Group, a leader in the field of integrated logistics, have
March 09, 2023 Read Full Article
The Digest’s 2023 Multi-Slide Guide to Opal Fuels
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) OPAL Fuels is a fully integrated, nationwide leader in the production and distribution of low-carbon intensity renewable natural gas. The company’s vertical waste-to-energy model combines the upstream production and downstream marketing and distribution of RNG,
March 09, 2023 Read Full Article
Ethanol Blog: Arizona to Allow E15 Sales in Phoenix Area, Final Rule Takes Effect March 5
by Todd Neeley (DTN Progressive Farmer) Starting on March 5 the state of Arizona will allow E15 sales in the Phoenix area as part of a final rule issued by the state. The Arizona Department of Agriculture Weights and Measures Services Division
March 06, 2023 Read Full Article
Neste Welcomes the German Government’s Plan to Approve the Sales of 100% Synthetic Fuels in Germany as an Important Step in the Fight against Climate Change
(Neste) Neste welcomes the German government's plan to approve the sales of 100% synthetic fuels at fuel stations. So far, the sales of synthetic fuels, such as e-fuels and renewable diesel (also known as “HVO”), in Germany have been largely limited
March 03, 2023 Read Full Article
Twenty-Three Locations Awarded Grants From the Iowa Renewable Fuels Infrastructure Program
(Iowa Department Of Agriculture and Land Stewardship) Twenty-three Iowa locations in 16 different counties were awarded more than $1.1 million in cost-share grants from the Iowa Renewable Fuels Infrastructure Program (RFIP) during the latest quarterly application cycle. The RFIP helps fuel retailers
March 02, 2023 Read Full Article
All Calif. T-Stops to Sell Renewable Diesel or Biodiesel in 2024: Pilot Exec
by Donna Harris (OPIS) All Pilot Co. Travel Centers in California will sell renewable diesel or biodiesel by 2024, John Tully, the company's vice president of strategy and business development, said in a podcast posted on social media Monday. Pilot's website
March 02, 2023 Read Full Article
Liqvis Continues to Expand Its Bio-LNG Supply Portfolio and Will Gradually Switch to Bio-LNG for Heavy Duty Transport from 2023
(Uniper) Liqvis GmbH and revis bioenergy GmbH conclude agreement on supply of Bio-LNG; From mid-2023, Liqvis will gradually switch to CO2-neutral Bio-LNG and offer it as an alternative fuel at Liqvis filling stations; Another important step on the road towards
February 23, 2023 Read Full Article
Accelerating Domestic Ethanol Use in 2023
by Brian Jennings (American Coalition for Ethanol) With its D.C. fly-in happening at the end of March, the American Coalition for Ethanol's CEO is optimistic about the industry's ability to make progress on higher ethanol blends, both E15 and E85,
February 20, 2023 Read Full Article
BP to Buy TravelCenters for $1.3 bln in U.S. Fuel Retail Drive
(Reuters) BP (BP.L) will buy truck fueling provider TravelCenters of America Inc (TA.O) for about $1.3 billion, the companies said on Thursday, as the British energy giant seeks to expand its retail network in a bet on biofuels and electric vehicle charging. Shares of the U.S.
February 17, 2023 Read Full Article
Pearson Fuels Opens 300th E85 Retail Site
by Kamila Duncan (Pearson Fuels/Rural Radio Network) Pearson Fuels, the country’s largest E85 distributor, has opened its 300th retail E85 site. The latest addition to the San Diego-based company’s E85 network is located at 8617 Cuyamaca St., Santee, California. “E85 is a
February 16, 2023 Read Full Article
Trade Groups Want More Incentives for Clean Energy
by Ann Meyer (CSP Daily) NACS among that that see cost of EV chargers as obstacle to Biden administration’s goals -- While the Biden Administration aims to take giant steps toward clean energy, three industry trade associations representing convenience stores and
February 13, 2023 Read Full Article
Bill to Pump up E-15 Use in Nebraska, Heard by Agriculture Committee
by Doug Kennedy (News Channel Nebraska) Bill would require more sale of the ethanol blend in Nebraska, and offer grant support for retailers --- A Nebraska legislative bill seeks to increase the use of E-15 ethanol fuel in the state.
February 09, 2023 Read Full Article
Walz Includes Biofuel Infrastructure Funding in Budget Proposal
by Erin Voegele (Ethanol Producer Magazine) Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz has included a proposed $1.5 million in annual in biofuel infrastructure funding in his proposed budget, which was delivered to the state legislature on Jan. 24. The Minnesota Bio-Fuels Association (MN
February 01, 2023 Read Full Article
INSIDE CFAA: Midwest Momentum
(Clean Fuels Alliance America/Biodiesel Magazine) This past year, states across the country continued to prioritize low-carbon renewable fuels like biodiesel, renewable diesel and sustainable aviation fuel.Clean Fuels Alliance America worked with state soybean organizations and member organizations to enact new
January 31, 2023 Read Full Article
Fuel the Cure Raises $15K for Breast Cancer Research
by Cindy Zimmerman (Energy.AgWired.com) Nebraska fuel retailers and drivers helped to raise more than $15,000 in October as part of Fuel the Cure 2022, a campaign that also educates the public about healthier fuel options. During October, when drivers chose higher blends of
January 03, 2023 Read Full Article
For Cleaner Air Now, Illinois Should Use More Biodiesel
by Pete Probst (Chicago Sun Times) I am writing in response to the recent article “Docs to Pritzker: Truck diesel pollution is killing Illinoisans” to let readers know of an immediate way to reduce harmful emissions from diesel trucks. The complete
December 22, 2022 Read Full Article
Hill Aircraft to Be First Georgia FBO to Offer SAF
by Curt Epstein (AIN Online) Hill Aircraft—an FBO at Fulton County Executive Airport (KFTY) near Atlanta—announced it will receive a load of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF), marking it as the first retail location in Georgia to offer the renewable fuel. (Gulfstream Aerospace
December 22, 2022 Read Full Article
Carbon-Neutral Production Sites: Vehicles Fueled with Sustainable Fuels at the Factory
(Audi) New Audi vehicles are delivered with environmentally friendly R33 Blue Diesel or R33 Blue Gasoline; R33 fuels reduce CO2 emissions by at least 20 percent compared to fossil fuels; No hardware updates required for filling stations -- Many new
December 13, 2022 Read Full Article
Opinion: Unleaded 88, E85 Help Lower Your Cost at Pump. Congress Can Help Ethanol Do More.
by Tadd Nicholson (Ohio Corn and Wheat Growers Association./Columbus Dispatch) ... Fortunately for Ohio drivers, an increasing number of retailers across the state now offer higher ethanol blends. These retailers sell lower-cost and lower-emission E15, a 15 percent ethanol blend, often marketed
December 06, 2022 Read Full Article
Wisconsin Clean Cities Member Spotlight: Kwik Trip, Inc.
(Wisconsin Clean Cities) Kwik Trip, Inc. – headquartered in La Crosse, Wisconsin – has been a Wisconsin Clean Cities member since 2011. Joel Fasnacht, Business Development Alternative & Commercial Fuels for Kwik Trip, serves on the Wisconsin Clean Cities Board of Directors. The
November 29, 2022 Read Full Article
ACE: Latest Round of HBIIP Funding Closed, More Available Soon
(American Coalition for Ethanol/Ethanol Producer Magazine) The USDA has closed its application period for the latest round of the Higher Blends Infrastructure Incentive Program, which provides $100 million in grants to pay up to 50 percent of the cost of
November 29, 2022 Read Full Article
2022 Outlook Survey: Fuel's Future
(CSP Daily News) ... White (Frank White, regional manager for Falls Church, Va.-based Petroleum Marketing Group) thinks fuel demand will dip, but not because of electric vehicles (EVs). “EV is not replacing that,” he says. “It’s a different customer, and there
November 29, 2022 Read Full Article
25% Less CO₂ Compared to Pure Fossil Fuels: Aral Pilots Two New Lower Carbon Fuels in Germany
(bp) Aral pilots two new fuels that reduce CO2 emissions by at least 25% compared to pure fossil fuels* – Aral Futura Super 95 and Aral Futura Diesel; Both fuels contain at least 30% of high-quality renewable components, including a
November 23, 2022 Read Full Article
Circle K Ireland’s Delivery Fleet to Be Fuelled by HVO Renewable Diesel
(The Irish Times) Company says move is the equivalent of more than 2,000 cars being removed from the road -- Forecourt and convenience retailer Circle K has announced that its fleet of delivery vehicles will be fuelled exclusively by milesBIO HVO100
November 15, 2022 Read Full Article
Casey’s Bets on Alternative Fuels
(NACS) ... “At Casey’s, we strive to build a sustainable future for our team members, guests and the communities in which we live and work,” said Darren Rebelez, president and CEO of Casey’s. “As part of our environmental stewardship efforts, we
November 03, 2022 Read Full Article
OPINION: E15 Retailer Reports Customer Interest, Satisfaction
by Cassie Mullen (Renewable Fuels Association/Ethanol Producer Magazine) Last month, we kicked off a conversation with Joshua Jadlocki, senior petroleum scheduler at Sheetz, about what the retailer has experienced with its adoption of higher blends of ethanol, such as E15. Our discussion concludes
November 03, 2022 Read Full Article
Karnataka Aims to up Ethanol Blend in Petrol from 10 per cent to 85 per cent
by Bosky Khanna (The New Indian Express) At present 10 per cent ethanol is blended in every litre of petrol, but officials are working to beat the target set by the Central government and blend up to 85 per cent ethanol.
November 02, 2022 Read Full Article
61 Ethanol Production Projects Approved to Achieve 20% Blending Target
(Newsroom Odisha) The government has given in principle approval to 61 projects of ethanol production to achieve the target of 20 per cent ethanol blending with petrol by 2025. Department of Food and Public Distribution has said that these projects will add
October 31, 2022 Read Full Article
Jamkhandi to Get India's First Flex Fuel Station
Rashmi Belur (Deccan Herald) Jamkhandi in Bagalkot district, nearly 500 km from Bengaluru, will get a ‘flex fuel’ station that will be India’s first, according to the company is setting it up. Flex fuel, or flexible fuel, is an alternative
October 26, 2022 Read Full Article
Top 10 Best Biofuel Manufacturing Companies In India 2023
(Inventiva) The principal energy sources derived from biomass and food crops like sunflower seeds, palm fruit, Jatropha seeds, rapeseed, soybean, etc. are designated as biofuels. These energy sources have huge promise in a rising country like India. India has an
October 24, 2022 Read Full Article
Minnesota Biofuels Association Director Not Seeing EV’s as Competition
by Mark Dorenkamp (Brownfield Ag News) The director of the Minnesota Biofuels Association suggests the notion that biofuels are competing with electric vehicles has been exaggerated. Brian Werner says despite state and national efforts to electrify the transportation sector, liquid fuels will
October 24, 2022 Read Full Article
MN Bio-Fuels Concludes Months-Long E15 Promotional Campaign
(Minnesota Bio-Fuels Association) The Minnesota Bio-Fuels Association (MN Bio-Fuels) concluded a five-month E15 promotional campaign in the Twin Cities metro area on Oct 6 at a Winner station in St Paul. Throughout the campaign, MN Bio-Fuels teamed up with KS95 FM at
October 11, 2022 Read Full Article
#77. The Future of Fueling at Retail
by Tammy Klein (Transport Energy Strategies) Gas stations are integral to maintaining a successful vehicle fueling network, regardless if the vehicle takes a liquid fuel or is powered by electricity. John Eichberger, Executive Director of the Fuels Institute joins us to
October 10, 2022 Read Full Article
OPINION: Retailer Fills up with Higher Blend Success
by Cassie Mullen (Renewable Fuels Association/Ethanol Producer Magazine) As prices at the pump spiked this past summer, a special E15 sales promotion by fuel retailer Sheetz offering the 15 percent ethanol blend (marketed by the company as UNLEADED 88) at $3.99
October 06, 2022 Read Full Article
Clean Energy Announces Opening of Ohio Renewable Natural Gas Station for Amazon and Other Trucking Fleets
(Clean Energy Fuels Corp./Business Wire) The Groveport station is first of 19 under agreement with Amazon -- Clean Energy's new station in Groveport, OH will provide renewable natural gas, a fuel produced from organic waste, to Amazon trucks and other
October 01, 2022 Read Full Article
Scania Presents Two New Biomethane Engines for Heavy Trucks at the IAA
(Alt Fuels/Scania) During the IAA show, Scania announced the expansion of its biomethane offer for heavy trucks with two new engines. The 13-liter engines offer 420 and 460 hp and between them they cover most of the high-power demand of the
September 27, 2022 Read Full Article
Growth Energy Testifies before Michigan State House Committee in Support of Bill Boosting Biofuel Blends
(Growth Energy) Growth Energy Senior Vice President of Regulatory Affairs Chris Bliley testified before the Michigan State House Committee on Tax Policy in support of SB814, legislation that would establish a retailer tax incentive for higher ethanol blends, specifically a tax credit of
September 22, 2022 Read Full Article
New Flex Fuel Gas Station in Sunnyvale, CA
by Sharon Ji* (Advanced Biofuels USA) On July, 2022, Alliance Gas, Located at 1296 Sunnyvale Saratoga Road in Sunnyvale, CA opened flex fuel pumps. This is the first station in Sunnyvale that offers flex fuel E85. This is not only good
September 22, 2022 Read Full Article
PRIO’s Advanced Biofuels Route – Supporting the Energy Transition and Shipping Decarbonisation
by Filipa Oliveira and Telmo Ferreira (PRIO/EurActiv) Maritime transport emits around 940 million tons of CO2 annually and is responsible for about 2.5% of global greenhouse gas emissions. More than 80% of all goods are transported via international shipping lanes, and the
September 21, 2022 Read Full Article
California Drivers Embrace Renewable Diesel from San Francisco Refinery
by William Zander (Phillips 66) Nearly two years of planning and teamwork have cemented Phillips 66’s position as one of the country’s largest renewable-diesel producers — and California drivers at over 600 76® stations can now fuel their diesel engines with a
September 09, 2022 Read Full Article
Missouri Governor Calls for Special Session to Create, Extend Key Ag, Biofuel Tax Credits
by Ron Kotrba (Biobased Diesel Daily) Missouri Gov. Mike Parson called for a special legislative session Aug. 22 to make historic income tax cuts, and to create and extend key agricultural and biofuel tax-credit programs for a minimum of six
September 06, 2022 Read Full Article
Touring the Roots of Ethanol Sustainability in Iowa
by Mikayla McKenna (Renewable Fuels Association) ... Each year, the tour gives farmers, ethanol producers, and renewable fuels advocates like me an excellent opportunity to show policymakers and regulators who we are and what we do. Staffers from around the country,
September 01, 2022 Read Full Article
Missouri Agricultural & Small Business Development Authority Announce Missouri Biofuel Infrastructure Incentive Program DEADLINE September 30, 2022
(KTTN) The Missouri Agricultural and Small Business Development Authority announced the Biofuel Infrastructure Incentive Program to increase the distribution and use of biofuels in the state of Missouri. Funds will be awarded to fuel retailers, fuel distributors, terminal companies, or fleet
September 01, 2022 Read Full Article
Grassley: Attacks on Ethanol Could Result in Job Loss
(RFD TV) Iowa Senator Chuck Grassley recently fielded questions from reporters this week regarding ethanol production in the U.S. as the current administration pushes for more electric vehicles. He calls the Biden Administration's climate plans unfeasible, saying if the U.S. were
September 01, 2022 Read Full Article
RFA Showcases Ethanol Octane Power at #FPS22
by Cindy Zimmerman (Energy.AgWired.com) The Renewable Fuels Association (RFA) is showcasing its custom-made E85 vehicles at the Farm Progress Show, a 1200-hp flex-fuel Jeep Wrangler and the new Can-Am X3, both built by Kenny Hauk, owner of Hauk Designs. “These were both built on television
September 01, 2022 Read Full Article
New Research Confirms Important Role for Renewable Ethanol in Reducing Car Emissions
(ePURE) As the EU starts final negotiations for new car CO2 standards, a study shows plug-in hybrid vehicles running on E85 ethanol blend are at least as climate-friendly as battery electric vehicles -- Plug-in flex-fuel hybrid vehicles running on E85 fuel
September 01, 2022 Read Full Article
Fuelling a Greener Future – E10 Petrol Rolling out in Northern Ireland on 1 November 2022
(Department for Transport, Northern Ireland Office, Trudy Harrison MP, and Shailesh Vara MP) Greener petrol rolled out to help Northern Ireland decarbonise transport. greener E10 petrol to be rolled out across Northern Ireland from November, with a government campaign launched
August 30, 2022 Read Full Article
Converts are the Worst
by Ron Lamberty (Ethanol Producer Magazine/American Coalition for Ethanol) ... I came from the “dark side” of petroleum marketing to help other fuel retailers see the light of higher ethanol blends and promised myself I wouldn’t call out retailers on
August 26, 2022 Read Full Article
Retail Sale of Bio-diesel Likely to Be Permitted in UP
by Brajendra K Parashar (Lucknow News/Hindustan Times) Currently, the retail sale of biodiesel directly to consumers is not permitted in UP though no additional permission or licence is required to be obtained for production and storage of such fuel in the
August 24, 2022 Read Full Article
USDA Opens New Application Window for HBIIP DEADLINE November 21, 2022
by Erin Voegele (Ethanol Producer Magazine) The USDA is scheduled to open a new $100 million, 90-day application window for the Higher Blends Infrastructure Incentive Program on Aug. 23, according to a document published in the Federal Register on Aug. 22. The
August 23, 2022 Read Full Article
MN Bio-Fuels & KS95 Promote E15 In St Paul
(Minnesota Bio-Fuels Association) Minneapolis, Aug 19 - The Minnesota Bio-Fuels Association (MN Bio-Fuels) and KS95 FM rewarded drivers who chose E15 during an hour-long promotion at the Holiday station on Old Hudson Road in St Paul earlier today. The promotion was held
August 18, 2022 Read Full Article
The ACE – 35th American Coalition for Ethanol Conference Audio Interviews and Presentations Available
(Ag News Wire) Turn down the intensity for carbon, turn it up for “The ACE.” Intensity was the theme for the American Coalition for Ethanol (ACE) 35th annual conference held August 10-12 in Omaha. The ACE included keynote remarks from Nebraska Governor Pete Ricketts
August 18, 2022 Read Full Article
Biden Signs New SAF, Hydrogen, Clean Fuel Tax Credits into Law
by Erin Voegele (Ethanol Producer Magazine) President Joe Biden on Aug. 16 signed the Inflation Reduction Act into law, calling the legislation the “biggest step forward in climate—ever” and stressing it will allow the U.S. to boldly take addition steps towards
August 17, 2022 Read Full Article
Van Kessel Opens New Greenpoint Clean Energy Hub in Ede
(Van Kessel (Google Translation)) We have opened a new Greenpoint location in Ede, Gelderland. At first glance it looks like a traditional gas station. In reality, Greenpoint Ede will become a real 'Clean Energy Hub', in other words a refueling and charging location
August 16, 2022 Read Full Article
GMR Hyderabad International Airport Takes Another Step towards Sustainability Goal: Launches EV Charging and Bio-Diesel Filling Stations Hyderabad
(GMR Hyderabad International Airport) Strengthening its efforts towards eco-friendly operations, GMR Hyderabad International Airport Ltd. (GHIAL) recently launched two sustainable initiatives, an EV (Electric Vehicle) charging station at Main Car Park and a Bio-Diesel Filling station at the Public Transportation Center (PTC). Inculcating
August 16, 2022 Read Full Article
Nebraska Begins Accepting Applications for Ethanol Tax Credit
by Erin Voegele (Ethanol Producer Magazine) The Nebraska Department of Revenue on Aug. 1 began accepting applications from fuel retailers to claim a recently established sales tax for higher blends of ethanol. Nebraska Gov. Pete Ricketts signed a bill establishing the credit earlier
August 09, 2022 Read Full Article
Kamloops Fuel Shortage Linked to New Ethanol Requirements in the USA
by Michael Reeve (CFJC Today) While the price of gas has now dropped below $2 per litre, some Kamloops residents may have had a hard time finding fuel in recent days. On Tuesday a few stations in Kamloops ran out
August 04, 2022 Read Full Article
Nebraska Gas Stations Selling Ethanol Are Now Able to Apply for Tax Credit
(KETV) Nebraska stations selling ethanol gas can now apply for a tax break. State lawmakers passed the higher blend tax credit act in April. The bill is combined with LB1261e which will give a credit of 5 cents on each gallon of E15 sold
August 04, 2022 Read Full Article
Phillips 66 and H2 Energy Europe Close on Joint Venture to Create European Network of Hydrogen Refueling Stations
(Phillips 66) JET H2 Energy combines companies’ retail and hydrogen expertise to form a leading player in hydrogen mobility -- Phillips 66 (NYSE: PSX) and H2 Energy Europe (“H2 Energy”) today (July 19, 2022) announced they have closed on a 50-50
July 26, 2022 Read Full Article
In Pursuit of Pure: The Quest to Make E85 a Totally Biobased Fuel
by Melissa Anderson (Ethanol Producer Magazine) San Diego-based Pearson Fuels is showing its wholesale customers that E85 can be made almost entirely from biobased inputs using ethanol and renewable naphtha. The demand is there, but will the latter ingredient become
July 22, 2022 Read Full Article
The Obstacle Plaguing Market Development: Who’s to Blame?
by Paul Nazzaro (Advanced Fuel Solutions/Biobased Diesel Daily) Fuel dealers tend to know a lot about their customers, but how much do customers know about their dealers? Sharing market toils and opportunities with customers can strategically bridge the upstream and
July 18, 2022 Read Full Article
Pennsylvania to Suspend 2% Biodiesel Requirement for 30 Days
by Ron Kotrba (Biobased Diesel Daily) Pennsylvania will be suspending its 2 percent biodiesel fuel standard for a month, beginning June 27, “to minimize or prevent disruption of the supply of diesel fuel” in the state, according to a June 17
July 18, 2022 Read Full Article
Coon Rapids Drivers Win With E15
(Minnesota Bio-Fuels Association) The Minnesota Bio-Fuels Association (MN Bio-Fuels) and KS95 FM teamed up yesterday at a Holiday station in Coon Rapids to promote E15. During an hour-long promotion, drivers who fueled up with E15 were rewarded with prizes such as $20
July 15, 2022 Read Full Article
Will Los Angeles Join a Ban on New Gas Stations?
byLinda Poon (Bloomberg) The small but growing Safe Cities movement is looking to LA to help stop the construction of new gas stations across North America. -- ... Cities in the North Bay area of California, New York and British
July 13, 2022 Read Full Article
Biodiesel Tax-Incentive Legislation Introduced in Michigan
(Michigan Soybean Association/Biobased Diesel Daily) Legislation has been introduced in Michigan to incentivize the sale and consumption of low-level biodiesel blends throughout the state’s retail fuel stations. HB 6334, sponsored by Rep. Joe Bellino, R-Monroe, is a voluntary program that offers a
July 12, 2022 Read Full Article
What Is Flex Fuel and Why Don't We See It More in Southern Oregon and Northern California?
by Tiffany Olin (KTVL News 10) As people continue to feel pain at the pump, flex fuel has come to the forefront as a solution because of its typically cheaper sticker price. Flex fuel is a blend of gasoline and ethanol. While most regular gasoline in
July 06, 2022 Read Full Article
Hydrogen-Based Green Mobility Plan under Deployment in Western France
(HRS/NGV Journal) HRS, European designer and manufacturer of hydrogen refueling stations, has received a new order from SYDEV, the Vendée regional energy board, to deliver and install a green hydrogen refueling station in Sables-d’Olonne, in western France, a region that is
June 27, 2022 Read Full Article
Growth Energy, Ag Groups Urge Passage of Michigan Biofuel Bill
by Erin Voegele (Ethanol Producer Magazine) The Michigan Senate Agriculture Committee on June 23 held a hearing to consider legislation that aims to create a tax credit for retailers that choose to sell higher ethanol fuel blends, such as E15 and
June 26, 2022 Read Full Article
Ethanol Gas Emerging as Cheap Gas Alternative for Those with Compatible Vehicles
by Andrew Haubner (CBS Sacramento) At certain gas stations across Sacramento, one can find gas prices above $6, but tucked away on smaller signs is flex fuel, which is being offered at as much as $2 fewer per gallon. What is E-85
June 22, 2022 Read Full Article
Why is E85 Almost $2 Cheaper Than Other Blends of Gasoline?
by Tyne Morgan (AgWeb) ... E85 is priced significantly less than other blends of fuel across the country, even $2 below at some locations. “We’re talking about a 30% to 40% discount in many cases,” says Geoff Cooper of Renewable Fuels Association
June 20, 2022 Read Full Article
Germany: Scandinavian Biogas Will Supply Biofuel to Alternoil’s Stations
(Scandinavian Biogas/NGV Journal) Scandinavian Biogas has entered a long-term agreement with Alternoil for the delivery of bio-LNG to be included in the climate-neutral fuel REEFUEL distributed on the German transportation market. The agreed volumes are 8,000 tons during ramp up in
June 15, 2022 Read Full Article
'Hold Your Nose': Some Dems Reluctantly Back Ethanol Bill
by George Cahlink (E&E News/Politico Pro) Some House Democrats say they'll vote for the bill as part of an inflation-fighting package to help vulnerable members — but they won't like it. -- Some House Democrats have major concerns with pro-ethanol legislation,
June 15, 2022 Read Full Article
House to Vote on Biofuel Build-out, Ethanol Cap Lift
by Marc Heller (E&E News/Politico Pro) The House is poised to vote on a bill combining expanded biofuels with oversight of livestock markets and conservation efforts. -- The House will vote this week on legislation combining several agriculture priorities, including expanded
June 13, 2022 Read Full Article
Fridley Drivers Win with E15
(Minnesota Bio-Fuels Association) The Minnesota Bio-Fuels Association (MN Bio-Fuels) and KS95 FM rewarded drivers who fueled up with E15 at the Bona Brothers Minnoco station in Fridley today during an hour-long promotion. From 12 pm to 1 pm, drivers who fueled up
June 10, 2022 Read Full Article
Big Oil Built the Blend Wall
by Robert White (Renewable Fuels Association) ... In case you’ve forgotten, refiners use the term “blend wall” to refer to what they view as the upper limit of feasible ethanol use in the United States, which they peg at 10 percent
June 09, 2022 Read Full Article
The Pros and Cons of Using E85 over Regular Gas, and How to Check if Your Car Can Use It
by Ali Hoxie (Fox 17/WXYZ) The pain at the pump is continuing for drivers as gas prices climb and climb to new records daily. Some drivers do have a different option, and that's using E85 – flex-fuel. E85 is an ethanol-gasoline fuel
June 09, 2022 Read Full Article
Record Gas Prices Fuel Ethanol Interest, But Risk Recession
(NAFB News Service/Hoosier Ag Today) The biofuel industry says record gas prices are fueling huge interest in blending more and higher blends of ethanol. Renewable Fuels Association President and CEO Geoff Cooper says the near-weekly records for gas prices are having a
June 08, 2022 Read Full Article
Indy 500 Highlights Ethanol’s Role In Racing, Global Market
(U.S. Grains Council) Delegations from Japan, South Korea, India and Indonesia traveled to the United States last week to take part in the Indianapolis 500. Hosted by the U.S. Grains Council (USGC) in collaboration with the Indiana Corn Marketing Council, the
June 07, 2022 Read Full Article
OPINION: Conference Spotlights Ethanol’s Market Advantage
by Cassie Mullen (Renewable Fuels Association/Ethanol Producer Magazine) I recently attended the Gilbarco Veeder Root Retail Technology Conference in Savannah, Georgia where RFA took part in a panel discussion on the state of the ethanol industry and its outlook on the
June 02, 2022 Read Full Article
E15 Rewards for New Hope Drivers
(Minnesota Bio-Fuels Association) The Minnesota Bio-Fuels Association (MN Bio-Fuels) and KS95 FM teamed up at a Holiday station in New Hope yesterday (May 12, 2022) to reward drivers who chose E15. From 12 pm to 1 pm, drivers who fueled up with
May 19, 2022 Read Full Article
Renewable Energy Group Enters Strategic Partnership with CFN and Pacific Pride to Expand Distribution of Cleaner Fuels
(Renewable Energy Group/Business Wire) Renewable Energy Group, Inc. (REG) (NASDAQ: REGI), a global producer and supplier of bio-based diesel, has entered into strategic collaboration agreements with CFN and Pacific Pride, two of North America’s largest cardlock fueling networks, to provide cleaner
May 19, 2022 Read Full Article
Bombshell: Propel Fuels Sues Phillips 66 over “Year-Long Extraction of Trade Secrets”
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) In California, Judge Evelio Grillo of the Superior Court of Alameda County has unsealed a Propel Fuels-Phillips 66 lawsuit, ordered that Propel Fuels file an unredacted copy of the suit. According to Propel, the suit alleges hat “the Texas-based
May 19, 2022 Read Full Article
New Ethanol Law Could Spark Regional Trend, Biofuels Exec Says
by Jared Strong (Iowa Capital Dispatch) A new state law that requires most of Iowa’s fuel stations to sell a gasoline blend with 15% ethanol will rapidly expand the fuel’s availability, but the law’s long-term effects might be more potent, according
May 19, 2022 Read Full Article
Converting to E15 Is Easy: Here’s What Retailers Should Know
(Growth Energy/CSP Daily News) ... David Durling, Regional Sales Director at Growth Energy, provides information about E15 compatibility, distribution, profitability and more. Compatibility is common Concerns about compatibility—both with retailer equipment and consumer vehicles—often stem from common misconceptions; in actuality, most convenience stores
May 18, 2022 Read Full Article
Groups Send Letter to Congress Highlighting Oilheat Industry Policy Priorities
by Ron Kotrba (Biobased Diesel Daily) A number of organizations, including state energy associations and Clean Fuels Alliance America, sent a letter to federal policymakers May 12 highlighting several policy priorities for the heating oil industry. The industry is pursuing goals for
May 17, 2022 Read Full Article
As Gas Prices Soar, Is Ethanol a Viable Option to Relieve Pain at the Pump?
by John Lauritsen (CBS Minnesota) ... (Brian) Thalmann believes E15, also known as Unleaded 88, can alleviate rising gas prices. It’s EPA approved for passenger vehicles 2001 and newer, as well as flex-fuel vehicles. “It’s a 15% blend of ethanol and generally
May 13, 2022 Read Full Article
New Study Finds Golden State Drivers Save Big on Clean Fuels – Like E85 Produced by American Farmers -- Under California's LCFS
(Low Carbon Fuels Coalition) In California, the Single Biggest Driver of Fuel Costs is the Price of a Barrel of Oil; LCFS is Successfully Opening the Market and Decarbonizing California’s Transportation Fuels -- As the nation grapples with skyrocketing gas prices,
May 12, 2022 Read Full Article
USGC Helps Create Demand for US Ethanol in Vietnam
(U.S. Grains Council/Ethanol Producer Magazine) The U.S. Grains Council worked with the USDA’s Foreign Agricultural Service in Vietnam to engage the Vietnamese Ministry of Industry and Trade (MOIT) and Ministry of Finance (MOF) to reduce most favored nation (MFN) tariffs on
May 10, 2022 Read Full Article
Gasum Puts into Operation First LNG Station in Southeast Finland
(Gasum/NGV Journal) Gasum has opened a new LNG station in Jylpyntie 38, Kotka. This is first service station offering LNG and bio-LNG in Southeast Finland and the second in Kotka providing bio-CNG. The facility is in the proximity of the busy
May 09, 2022 Read Full Article
Kelly Says Permanent E15 Sales Can Curb Inflation and Could Increase Demand
by Kellan Heavican (Brownfield Ag News) Kansas Governor Laura Kelly says the ethanol industry can support increased demand for permanent, year-round sales of E15. She tells Brownfield there’s adequate infrastructure to deliver the fuel to retailers. “There is now. Now, if demand
May 05, 2022 Read Full Article
Head of Oil Association: Excise Cut Better Way of Lowering Fuel Prices
(ERR News) It would be sensible to lower excise duties in order to mitigate high fuel prices in Estonia instead of removing the biocomponent in fuels, as Latvia and Finland to some extent, have done, said Mart Raamat, head of
May 05, 2022 Read Full Article
Renewable Energy Group Presents First Annual Customer Awards
(Renewable Energy Group) Renewable Energy Group (REG) (NASDAQ: REGI) presented their first ever customer awards last week at a private reception held following the Company’s launch of their new EnDura Fuels™ product line. These awards were developed by REG as a
May 03, 2022 Read Full Article
It's Time For Ethanol Honesty: Sparring with the New Spate of Anti-Ethanol Scatological Slurs
by Marc J. Rauch (The Auto Channel) The April announcement by Joe Biden that E15 would be allowed to be sold year-round set off a frenzied spate of new attacks on the good fuel...the clean fuel...the 100% domestically produced fuel: ETHANOL. TV
April 27, 2022 Read Full Article
Gov. Reynolds Issues Statement on Bipartisan Passage of Biofuels Bill
(Office of Governor Kim Reynolds (R-IA)) Gov. Reynolds released the following statement today in response to the legislature passing HF2128: “This is a historic win for Iowa families, for our agriculture and biofuels industry, and for Iowa’s entire economy. By increasing access to
April 27, 2022 Read Full Article
Ozarks Oil and Gas Companies Receive Thousands from Missouri to Increase Biofuel Production
by Zachary Dodge (KY3) ... The Missouri Agricultural and Small Business Development Authority gave out more than $2 million in grants to 19 companies that sell fuel in Missouri. ... Here’s a full list of all of the companies that received funding
April 25, 2022 Read Full Article
Fact Finders: Will 15% Ethanol Seriously Cut My Gas Mileage?
by Paul Adler (KY3.com) ... Most gasoline sold in the U.S. is blended with 10% ethanol. The biofuel is currently cheaper than pure gas. E15 is usually prohibited between June 1st and September 15th. The administration predicts their action will save drivers an average of
April 21, 2022 Read Full Article
Gov. Ricketts Signs Legislation to Encourage Rural Development & Promote Ethanol Sales
(Office of Governor Pete Ricketts (R-NE)) Governor Pete Ricketts signed LB 1261e during a ceremony at the Nebraska State Capitol. LB 1261e extends the Nebraska Advantage Rural Development Act, which had been set to expire at the end of 2022. The
April 21, 2022 Read Full Article
USDA Announces Efforts to Boost Homegrown Biofuels
(U.S. Department of Agriculture/Ethanol Producer Magazine) On April 12, Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack announced steps the USDA is taking to implement President Biden’s plan to enable energy independence by boosting homegrown biofuels. “President Biden understands that by expanding our ability to meet our energy
April 19, 2022 Read Full Article
Tennessee Corn Promotion Board Addresses E15 Use for Fuel
(Tennessee Corn Promotion Board/Press Newswire) Last week President Biden announced that E15 will be sold this summer in an effort to reduce gasoline prices. E15 is a plant-based fuel made from corn. Often marketed as Unleaded 88, E15 is a renewable
April 19, 2022 Read Full Article
What’s Next for E15 after Biden’s Announcement?
by Jacqui Fatka (Farm Progress) ... It is hard to predict the demand picture under the expanded E15 scenario, but lower estimates of a continued status quo indicate at least 300 million gallons of additional ethanol could be used by
April 15, 2022 Read Full Article
Missouri Agricultural and Small Business Development Authority Announces Biofuel Infrastructure Funding
(Missouri Department of Agriculture) Funds will generate more capacity for biofuels in Missouri. -- The Missouri Agricultural and Small Business Development Authority (MASBDA) announced it has invested more than $2 million in projects that increase the distribution and use of higher blends of
April 08, 2022 Read Full Article
2021 California E85 Sales Shatter Previous Record; Momentum Continues in 2022
(Renewable Fuels Association) Sales of E85 flex fuel in California surged to a new record in 2021, jumping 55 percent over 2020 levels and nearly doubling since 2018, according to new data released by the California Air Resources Board (CARB). Last year, California
March 28, 2022 Read Full Article
Mixed Views on Ethanol as Oil Shock Answer
by Marion Rae (Glouster Advocate) Australia's petrol and diesel taxes are already amongst the lowest in the world, potentially throttling efforts to curb price spikes and prompting some to propose ethanol as an option. Biodiesel, bioethanol, and biocrude blends can be
March 15, 2022 Read Full Article
World Events Underscore the Need to Expand Renewable Fuel Production
(Solutions from the Land) ... The news of increased fuel costs comes as the Biden administration is considering a relaxation of federal requirements calling on blenders to mix specific amounts of ethanol or biodiesel when producing the nation’s petroleum-based fuel supply. To
March 10, 2022 Read Full Article
Iowa Biofuel Stakeholders Pack State Capitol Building to Support Biofuels Access Bill
(Iowa Renewable Fuels Association/Biobased Diesel Daily) More than 200 biofuel advocates from around Iowa packed the State Capitol rotunda to show support for the Iowa Biofuels Access Bill. House File 2128 passed the Iowa House in February by a strong bipartisan vote
March 02, 2022 Read Full Article
Growth Energy to White House: “Maximize Biofuels to Ease the Pain at the Pump”
(Growth Energy) Yesterday, Growth Energy CEO Emily Skor sent a letter to President Biden, urging him to turn to higher biofuel blends to combat high gas prices. At a February 4th press conference, White House Press Secretary Jen Psaki said that the administration
February 11, 2022 Read Full Article
Pearson Fuels Opens 250th E85 Station
by Cindy Zimmerman (Energy.AgWired.com) Pearson Fuels this week opened its 250th retail E85 flex fuel station in California. Greg Jones, Director of Business Development at Pearson Fuels, says the milestone is long overdue because of the pandemic, supply chain issues and material
February 11, 2022 Read Full Article
Thinking Clean, High-performance Liquid Fuel? Think Biodiesel
by Paul Nazzaro (Biobased Diesel Daily) The diesel-fuel environment continues to evolve quickly as today’s ultra-low sulfur diesel (ULSD) fuel has been proven to be cleaner than higher-sulfur products of the past. Despite these findings, federal, state and local policymakers
February 02, 2022 Read Full Article
Iowa Soybean Farmers, Biodiesel Producers Urge Action to Expand Biofuels Access
(Iowa Biodiesel Board/Biobased Diesel Daily) The Iowa Soybean Association and Iowa Biodiesel Board are urging the passage of House File 2128, also known as the Governor’s Biofuel Access Bill. It would improve access to and incentivize the production of homegrown biodiesel
February 02, 2022 Read Full Article
Shipley Expects Iowa Lawmakers to Discuss Ethanol Mandate
(Iowa Agribusiness Radio Network/KIWA Radio) The 2022 Iowa Legislative Session is just around the corner and state lawmakers are expected to reintroduce Governor Kim Reynolds’ proposed renewable fuel mandate that failed to pass the legislature last session. During the 2021 session, Governor
December 30, 2021 Read Full Article
Opinion: Fuel Retailers Must Keep One Eye Underground
by Cassie Mullen (Renewable Fuels Association/Ethanol Producer Magazine) ... Retailers will need to soon make major decisions about replacement, and there has never been a better time to replace or upgrade, thanks to a number of state and federal programs that
November 04, 2021 Read Full Article
RFA Applauds Midwest Governors for Proactively Pursuing Year-Round E15 Fix
(Renewable Fuels Association) The Renewable Fuels Association today thanked a bipartisan group of seven Midwestern governors for their efforts to explore what actions can be taken to allow the year-round sale of E15 in their states. In a letter sent to EPA Administrator
November 04, 2021 Read Full Article
At The Pump Videos
(Better Fuel Initiative) Have you seen one of our new videos on social media lately? Welcome if that’s what brought you here! This site is a great resource for learning about the benefits of ethanol blends and how you can use
October 27, 2021 Read Full Article
The Future of Ethanol at Retail Stations. Flexibility and Adaptability Is a Must
(Sustainable Energy Strategies) Will there be liquid fuels at retail stations in the future? Join us for a presentation and lively discussion on the future of higher blends of ethanol. Offered by the Maryland Grain Producers Utilization Board, Virginia Clean
October 13, 2021 Read Full Article
New Net-Zero Hero™ Marketing Campaign Promotes Bioheat® Fuel for New York State Energy Coalition
(PriMedia/Biobased Diesel Daily) Consumers and community leaders will be urged to “Be a Net-Zero Hero™” in the New York State Energy Coalition’s new marketing campaign beginning Sept. 5 and running through April 2022. The new campaign highlights Bioheat® fuel’s path to a
October 13, 2021 Read Full Article
4AIR Launches First Interactive Sustainable Aviation Fuel Map for Business Jets
(4AIR/Business Wire) New interactive map developed and maintained by 4AIR shows where to find Sustainable Aviation Fuel regardless of who makes or markets it; Informational map intended to spur use and expand availability of the climate-friendly fuel; SAF Locations Verified
October 13, 2021 Read Full Article
E15 Rewards For Golden Valley Drivers
(Minnesota Bio-Fuels Association) The Minnesota Bio-Fuels Association (MN Bio-Fuels) and KS95 FM teamed up on Sept 29 to educate drivers on the benefits of using E15 during an hour-long promotion at a Winner station in Golden Valley. Drivers who fueled up with
October 13, 2021 Read Full Article
Higher Ethanol Blends Fuel Cancer Research in Nebraska
by Cindy Zimmerman (Energy.AgWired.com) October has been Breast Cancer Awareness Month for over 35 years and this is the fourth year that Nebraska ethanol is helping to Fuel the Cure. Throughout October, drivers can help Fuel the Cure for breast cancer by filling up with
October 08, 2021 Read Full Article
Ethanol Infrastructure Efforts Keep Expanding
by Robert White (Renewable Fuels Association/Ethanol Producer Magazine) Significantly increasing the use of low-carbon renewable fuels like ethanol follows along different tracks. Legislatively, for example, there’s the bipartisan Clean Fuels Vehicle Act of 2021, which would provide incentives for automakers to build
October 07, 2021 Read Full Article
Is Renewable Diesel the Real Deal?
by Sherry Listgarten (Palo Alto Online) Have you noticed the flags advertising “Renewable Diesel” at local 76 stations? I did and wondered if it was the real deal or a form of “greenwashing,” where eco-claims are not backed up by actual
September 25, 2021 Read Full Article
Opinion: Why I’ve Fought for Biofuels through Congress’ Infrastructure Debate
by Rep. Cindy Axne (D-IA 3rd) (Agri-Pulse) ... Starting this spring, I made it my mission to help members of the Biden Administration, the Senate, and my own colleagues in the House understand the key advantages of biofuels – from
September 24, 2021 Read Full Article
Decarbonizing Medium & Heavy-Duty Fleets | Episode 32
by John Eichberger and Kimberly Okafor (Fuels Institute and Trillium/Love's respectively) As the world works to decarbonize the transportation energy sector, headlines tend to focus on the light-duty vehicle market. In reality, medium and heavy-duty trucks represent less than 10%
September 17, 2021 Read Full Article
White Bear Lake Drivers Win with E15
(Minnesota Bio-Fuels Association) The Minnesota Bio-Fuels Association (MN Bio-Fuels) and KS95 FM teamed up on Sept 15 to educate drivers on a the benefits of using E15 during an hour-long promotion at a Holiday station in White Bear Lake. Drivers who fueled
September 16, 2021 Read Full Article
Fleet Spotlight: Gemini Motor Transport – Delivering and Using Diverse Fuel Solutions for Love’s
(ACT News/Trillium) ... The Love’s Family of Companies understands that fleets have a need for a varied portfolio of fuels and not only provides that flexibility and savings to trucks fueling at Love’s Travel Stops but also puts their money where their mouth is and fuels its own fleet with renewable,
September 15, 2021 Read Full Article
Missouri Funding up to $1 Million in Biodiesel Infrastructure Projects DEADLINE: October 29, 2021
(Missouri Department of Agriculture/Biobased Diesel Daily) The Missouri Agricultural and Small Business Development Authority announced Sept. 2 the Biofuel Infrastructure Incentive Program to increase the distribution and use of biofuels in the state of Missouri. Funds will be awarded to fuel
September 10, 2021 Read Full Article
IRFA Issues Open Letters to Sanders, Cruz on RFS, Ethanol
by Erin Voegele (Ethanol Producer Magazine) The Iowa Renewable Fuels Association on Aug. 27 issued open letters to Sens. Bernie Sanders, I-Vt., and Ted Cruz, R-Texas. The letter to Sanders urges him to rethink his support for the Zero-Emission Vehicles Act,
September 10, 2021 Read Full Article
Ethanol Coalition Thanks Corn Growers for Investment to Expand E85 Availability in California
(American Coalition for Ethanol (ACE)/GrainNet) The American Coalition for Ethanol (ACE) welcomes the recent announcement that several state corn grower associations are investing $1.25 million dollars to help San Diego-based fuel marketer Pearson Fuels expand availability of E85 in California. ACE will be sharing the news with
September 09, 2021 Read Full Article
Get Pumped: Retail Gas Stations Look Likely to Get Some Fresh Cash to Build out Infrastructure
by Matthew Choi (Politico's Morning Energy) Retail gas stations look likely to get some fresh cash to build out infrastructure to accommodate higher blends of ethanol and biodiesel. The House Agriculture Committee is lining up $1 billion for the effort
September 08, 2021 Read Full Article
Missouri Biofuel Infrastructure Incentive Program
(Missouri Agricultural and Small Business Development Authority/EIN Presswire) Today, the Missouri Agricultural and Small Business Development Authority (MASBDA) announced the Biofuel Infrastructure Incentive Program (BIIP) to increase the distribution and use of biofuels in the state of Missouri. Funds will be
September 03, 2021 Read Full Article
Klobuchar, Colleagues Urge Schumer, Pelosi to Support Homegrown Renewable Fuels in Reconciliation Package
(Office of Amy Klobuchar (D-MN)) U.S. Senators Amy Klobuchar (D-MN), Tammy Duckworth (D-IL), Tammy Baldwin (D-WI), Tina Smith (D-MN), and Dick Durbin (D-IL) and Representatives Cindy Axne (D-IA), Angie Craig (D-MN), Cheri Bustos (D-IL), and Mark Pocan (D-WI) sent a letter
September 03, 2021 Read Full Article
RFA: Simple Action by EPA Can Help Reduce Hurricane Ida’s Fuel Price Shock
(Renewable Fuels Association) With Hurricane Ida impacting the nation’s liquid fuel supply and distribution, the Renewable Fuels Association today urged the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency to take two quick and simple steps that can extend fuel supplies and reduce price spikes expected at
August 31, 2021 Read Full Article
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
August 25, 2021 Read Full Article
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