Biodiesel Week

California canola, mustard trials show promise An ongoing project in California is researching the feasibility of growing canola and mustard crops in areas that feature poor-quality soils and water. The trials are led by USDA Agricultural Research Service plant soil scientist Gary Banuelos. READ MORE SHARE
Report addresses potential for biodiesel in Africa The report states that there are examples of developing biodiesel production models in Zambia based on jatropha production, but the authors point out that the long-term sustainability of such a model has not been proven. Local use is also key. READ MORE SHARE
	Washakie Renewable Energy celebrates Utah plant opening Washakie Renewable Energy LLC hosted local and state dignitaries on Sept. 1 for an open house event and plant tour celebrating the start of its 10 MMgy biodiesel production facility near Plymouth, Utah. The event drew about 150 attendees to the site. READ MORE SHARE
Metro opens Long Island biodiesel blending, distribution terminal The delivery of Bioheat and biodiesel will be moving smoother in the Northeast now that Metro Terminals completed construction of a new Bioheat and biodiesel blending and distribution facility at Enterprise Park in Calverton, Long Island, N.Y. READ MORE SHARE
UK researchers to assess algae's environmental impacts in Europe The U.K.'s National Non-Food Crops Centre has been chosen to investigate the environmental impacts of algae-based bioenergy, and help the region to formulate a long-term plan for algae. The report will include reference documents for policymakers. READ MORE SHARE
Amsterdam Airport's Schiphol, KLM ground fleet runs on biodiesel Approximately 40 ground transport vehicles in the Amsterdam Airport Schiphol and KLM fleet will be powered by 100 percent biodiesel. Both parties are investing efforts in introducing more sustainable transport vehicles at the airport. READ MORE SHARE
	Canadian biodiesel producer Biox makes staff changes Biox Corp. recently announced its Board of Directors has appointed Kevin Norton as the company's new CEO. Chris Clinning has been appointed to the position of executive vice president and chief financial officer. Both will lead overall operations. READ MORE SHARE
REG adds Predaris as Northeast Bioheat, biodiesel manager REG Inc. has appointed Paul Predaris as biodiesel sales manager overseeing the company's Bioheat development in the Northeast U.S. Predaris' principle duties will be working with distributors and terminals to expand the region's Bioheat market. READ MORE SHARE