Policy notes and quotes from the 2017 National Biodiesel Conference & Expo, and my own perspective on what could truly make Trump a biodiesel believer
U.S. consumers saw a record of almost 2.9 billion gallons of biodiesel and renewable diesel in 2016, outpacing the previous record by 38 percent. Domestic production surpassed 1.8 billion gallons while imports surged to more than 1 billion gallons.
The California Biodiesel Alliance presents its sixth annual California Biodiesel Conference, highlighting how businesses can thrive in the state's flourishing but complex biodiesel market, March 1 at the Capitol Ballroom in downtown Sacramento.
At the 2017 National Biodiesel Conference & Expo in San Diego this month, experts presented the latest information and data on efforts to grow biodiesel's presence in the market through further improving its technical standing.
This year's National Biodiesel Board industry awards highlight champions who've had a major impact on biodiesel use. Clean air champions, policy drivers, fleet vehicle influencers, and lifetime biodiesel advocates were all honored in San Diego.
Several automakers' new 2017 diesel models were featured at the San Diego Convention Center as part of the National Biodiesel Conference & Expo. The Biodiesel Vehicle Showcase event is presented by NBB and General Motors Fleet.
From the Winter 2017 print edition of Biodiesel Magazine, Gene Gebolys, the founder and president of World Energy, takes us on his and World Energy's fantastic journey through the ups and downs of biodiesel over the past 20 years.
Hero BX's new program offers heating oil retailers the opportunity to carry the Hero BX brand and supporting technical and marketing benefits in exchange for Bioheat supply contracts. Hero BX has biodiesel plants in Pennsylvania and Alabama.
From the Winter 2017 print edition of Biodiesel Magazine, this article from the National Biodiesel Board discusses how the organization uses its funding to strengthen biodiesel's position in the U.S. market through a variety of programs.
Neste has launched a renewable diesel made entirely from waste and residues under the brand name Neste MY Renewable Diesel at select service stations in Finland's Helsinki region Jan. 9. Neste has also signed use contracts with two firms.
The newly appointed CEO of the National Biodiesel Board Donnell Rehagen provides his perspective on what 2016 meant for the U.S. biodiesel sector, where 2017 may take it, and how the organization is helping accomplish the industry's goals.
The new generation of policies is based on carbon-intensity metrics, and biomass-based diesel and conventional electricity lead the race to meet new emissions reduction goals. Diversified energy companies are well-placed, according to Lux Research.
A sneak peak at the contents of our 2017 Winter print edition of Biodiesel Magazine
Chevron Products Co. and Novvi LLC, a joint venture of Amyris, Cosan and American Refining Group, announced that Chevron has made an equity investment into Novvi, a company that produces targeted hydrocarbon molecules from plant sugars.
Two prolific biofuel market analysts and ag economists from the University of Illinois, Darrel Good and Scott Irwin, say the U.S.'s annual production and consumption of biomass-based diesel is likely to continue to increase through 2022.
Researchers at Washington State University Tri-Cities have been awarded a National Science Foundation I-Corps grant to explore the market potential of their biojet fuel research. The team has demonstrated a new process for making biojet fuel.
The European Commission issued its proposal for the post-2020 RED. The EU plans to reduce first-gen biofuels from 7 to 3.8 percent. Biodiesel interests say this is a victory for fossil fuels at the expense of farmers, jobs and the environment.
The Biodiesel Handling and Use Guide is a comprehensive document designed to educate those who blend, distribute and use biodiesel and biodiesel blends. It provides basic information on the proper and safe use of biodiesel in engines and boilers.
The GAO issued two reports on how the RFS is unlikely to meet its targets for reducing GHG emissions and expanding advanced biofuel production. The biofuel industries can attribute this shortfall back to the federal government in various ways.
The Chicago Park District and the Forest Preserve District of DuPage County are the newest members of the B20 Club, funded by the ISA checkoff program to support biodiesel use. ISA sponsors the B20 Club with the American Lung Association in Illinois.
Renewable diesel will power heavy-duty vehicles in Hamburg airport's ground fleet, complementing other alternative energies used on-site, making it the first major international airport to replace all fossil fuels with renewables in its entire fleet.
Germany-based biodiesel quality management association AGQM has started its 11th no-harm test for biodiesel oxidation stabilizers and its second no-harm test for biodiesel heating oil. In the past 10 test rounds, 47 of 69 tested additives passed.
The city of San Diego has recently started using Neste renewable diesel in its vehicle fleet. More than 1,100 vehicles and equipment, representing approximately 25 percent of the city's fleet, run on Neste renewable diesel with no reported issues.
REG developed, produced and delivered approximately 1 metric ton of the renewable, multifunctional specialty fatty acid to Aroma Chemical Services International, a leading specialty manufacturer and supplier of flavor and fragrance ingredients.
South Portland, Maine, has begun a pilot project in which select city vehicles will run B20 for a full year to test the efficacy of the fuel in all conditions. The city has partnered with Maine Standard Biofuels, a small, local biodiesel producer.
New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio signed a major piece of legislation Oct. 18 that will significantly increase the volume of biodiesel in heating oil sold in within the city over the next two decades. Come 2034, B20 heating oil will be the standard.
Sustainability is more than a buzzword at DC Water. Ingrained throughout the agency, sustainability is in high gear at DC Water's fleet division where biodiesel fuel powers all 230 diesel vehicles, and emissions are closely monitored.
Unlike standard fuel hoses that only last one to two years, Eaton's GH100 and GH101 solutions are engineered for maximum performance in systems with a variety of fuel types, featuring a unique polymer that more effectively resists degradation.
The bill, which passed 47-3 on Sept. 28, will increase the amount of biodiesel in New York City's heating oil from 2 to 5 percent by Oct. 1, 2017. The blend level then moves to 10 percent in 2025, 15 percent in 2030, and 20 percent in 2034.
JetBlue announced a 10-year renewable jet fuel purchase agreement with SG Preston, a bioenergy company, Sept. 19. This marks one of the largest renewable jet fuel purchase agreements in aviation history.
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