(Brazil Ministry of Mines and Energy (Google Translation)) The Ministry of Mines and Energy (MME) published in the Official Gazette of
B20
Back TO HOMENumerous Commercial Vehicles Approved for Biodiesel
(LifePR/Association Quality Management Biodiesel (AGQM)) New approval list of large engine and commercial vehicle manufacturers for operation with biodiesel (B20
June 27, 2018 Read Full Article
New Tax to Encourage B20 Use
by Wichit Chantanusornsiri (Bangkok Post) The Excise Department is imposing a tax on B20 biodiesel that is 82 satang lower than the
June 22, 2018 Read Full Article
Targray Opens Minnesota Biodiesel Distribution Center in Minneapolis - Saint Paul
(Targray/Sys-con Media/PR Newswire) Biodiesel supplier's new terminal will address growth in demand stemming from state's B20 mandate -- Targray, a leading North
June 07, 2018 Read Full Article
Top 10 Biodiesel Trends 2018: What’s up with the World’s Favorite Advanced Biofuel?
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) ... We’ve organized the state of biodiesel into 10 areas of vital interest ranging from the
June 07, 2018 Read Full Article
Nestlé Unit Rolls out 10 Biofuel Trucks in Dubai
by Neha Bhatia (Construction Week) A unit of food and drink giant, Nestlé, has rolled out biofuel trucks in Dubai to
June 05, 2018 Read Full Article
Beartooth Basin Will Be First Ski Area to Operate on 100% Biodiesel
(Diesel Technology Forum) One of America’s oldest ski areas, Wyoming’s Beartooth Basin, has announced plans to become the first ski area
June 05, 2018 Read Full Article
More Stringent Biofuel Standard Suspended: State Officials Issue Waiver until June 30 Because of Shortages of B20 Product.
by Mike Hughlett (Star Tribune) Minnesota regulators have temporarily suspended a new and more stringent standard for biodiesel use due to
May 25, 2018 Read Full Article
Grasping at Straws: Pathetic State of Biofuels in India
by Ramya Natarajan (Economic Times/Center for Study of Science, Technology and Policy) For the past several winters, Delhi has drawn global
May 24, 2018 Read Full Article
Government to Increase Biodiesel Mix to 25%
by Nezar Patria (The Jakarta Post) The government is planning to issue a regulation on the production of 25-percent biodiesel ( B25
May 23, 2018 Read Full Article
Volvo Ocean Race Stays on Sustainability Course with Biodiesel
(National Biodiesel Board) Biodiesel Recycled from 'The Galley' Powers North American Stop -- Biodiesel will be working overtime as the Volvo Ocean
May 14, 2018 Read Full Article
Wolf Administration Allocates $5 Million to Support Alternative Fuel Transportation Initiatives DEADLINES July 13, 2018 and December 14, 2018
(Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection) The Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) is accepting grant applications for innovative, advanced fuel, and
May 08, 2018 Read Full Article
Biodiesels Produced from Certain Feedstocks Have Distinct Properties from Petroleum Diesel
by Steve Hanson, Neil Agarwal (U.S. Department of Energy Energy Information Agency) Biodiesel is a renewable fuel made from various feedstocks, including
May 04, 2018 Read Full Article
Share Biodiesel Ranks First Among Fleets for Alt Fuel Use
(National Biodiesel Board) New Fleet Survey Reveals Biodiesel is Top Alt Fuel, and Diesel Engines Still in Demand -- North America’s top
April 30, 2018 Read Full Article
Compatibility of Mid-Level Biodiesel Blends in Vehicles in Indonesia
by Stephanie Searle and Kristine Bitnere (International Council on Clean Transportation) Indonesia promotes biodiesel consumption through a blending mandate and a
April 20, 2018 Read Full Article
Raimondo Backs Biodiesel Increase in Visit to Newport Company
by Sean Flynn (Newport Daily News) Newport Biodiesel LLC saw a big jump in demand for its product at the
April 11, 2018 Read Full Article
Auto Bits: 3 Ways Soybean Farmers’ Biodiesel Helps Clear the Air
(The Examiner) ... Soybean farmers have been at the forefront of developing a homegrown renewable fuel that has resulted in a
April 04, 2018 Read Full Article
New Biodiesel Mandate Starts on May 1, Johnson Says Minnesota Is Ready for B20
by Brandon Lewis (KTOE) Six weeks remain until Minnesota’s new B20 mandate kicks-in on May 1. House Representative Clark Johnson (D-North Mankato)
March 20, 2018 Read Full Article
March Madness: These Colleges are Mad for Biodiesel
(National Biodiesel Board) National Biodiesel Board releases field of "Elite Eight" -- March Madness kicks off next week, showcasing the very best
March 08, 2018 Read Full Article
California Biofuel Event Showcases Dynamics of Evolving Industry
(The California Advanced Biofuels Alliance /Biodiesel Magazine) At the California Advanced Biofuels Conference March 1 in Sacramento, Jennifer Case, chair of California
March 07, 2018 Read Full Article
Five Steps for Successful Sustainable Fuel Fleet Integration and Vehicle Use
by Michael Eggleston* (Advanced Biofuels USA) “Since switching to B20, we’ve had no engine issues. We haven’t had any issues
February 14, 2018 Read Full Article
Minnesota Schedules Workshops as State Prepares to Implement B20
by Ron Kotrba (Biodiesel Magazine) As Minnesota prepares to implement its 20 percent biodiesel (B20) requirement in diesel fuel May 1,
February 07, 2018 Read Full Article
Biodiesel Stands Its Ground, Won’t Back Down: New B20 Vehicles, Emissions Cuts, Highlight NBC 2018
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) The makers of the world’s favorite advanced biofuel — a/k/a the biodiesel industry — descended upon
February 07, 2018 Read Full Article
Busy Truck Stop Finds Success with Biofuels
(Trucking Info) Fontana Truck Stop Center has an ideal location. It’s just off one interstate and near another, both of them
January 31, 2018 Read Full Article
'Diesel Brothers' Stars at MN Ag Expo
by Tim Krohn (Mankato Free Press) The DieselSellerz, stars of Discovery’s “Diesel Brothers” show, were at the MN Ag Expo on
January 26, 2018 Read Full Article
Industry Honors Biodiesel Champions, Reflects on History
(National Biodiesel Board) Annual awards highlight 25 years of biodiesel success -- As the U.S. biodiesel industry celebrates 25 years, the National
January 24, 2018 Read Full Article
Eye on Biodiesel Impact Award
by Cindy Zimmerman (BiodieselConference.org) Minnesota has been a leader in the biodiesel industry for decades and Mike Youngerberg has been working
January 24, 2018 Read Full Article
Illinois Soybean Association : B20 Biodiesel Use Translates To $1.2M Health Cost Savings
(4-Traders) New calculations show an estimated $1.2 million in health cost savings for Illinois communities where B20 biodiesel fuel is used
January 24, 2018 Read Full Article
Ford’s New 2018 F-150 Joins Ranks of Diesel Vehicle Models Supporting B20 Biodiesel
(National Biodiesel Board) Latest in wave of new diesel options featured at National Biodiesel Conference & Expo -- Several automakers’ new 2018
January 23, 2018 Read Full Article
Kwik Trip Recognized with Ethanol Marketing Award in Iowa; Iowa 80 Truckstop with Biodiesel Marketing Award
by Erin Voegele (Ethanol Producer Magazine) Iowa Secretary of Agriculture Bill Northey has announced Kwik Trip Inc. and the Iowa 80
January 17, 2018 Read Full Article
More Companies to Enjoy Biodiesel Subsidy
by Viriya P. Singgih (The Jakarta Post) The government plans to expand the scope of its biodiesel subsidy to businesses operating
January 03, 2018 Read Full Article
Minnesota Continues as Leader in Alternative Fuel in 2017
(American Lung Association) Minnesota again led the region in the growth and use of cleaner alternatives to traditional petroleum fuels in
December 27, 2017 Read Full Article
Shell, bio-bean and Coffee-Drinkers Collaborate to Help Power London’s Buses
(Business Wire/Shell) Shell and bio-bean announce that together they are helping to power some of London’s buses using a biofuel made
November 20, 2017 Read Full Article
A Winning Combination: Renewable Hydrocarbon Diesel and Biodiesel Blend
(OPIS) Written by REG, this free white paper takes a look at the benefits of the latest innovation in renewable fuel –
November 16, 2017 Read Full Article
Biodiesel Helps Fuel Tow Trucks for Tots in Illinois
(The Illinois Soybean Association/Biodiesel Magazine) The Illinois Soybean Association checkoff program is partnering with Tow Trucks for Tots to help bring
November 15, 2017 Read Full Article
Why Palm Biodiesel Producers Should Keep Pushing R&D and Make Palm Oil Biodiesel More Environmentally Friendly
by Yamin Vong (The Sun) ... The European Union is campaigning against palm bio-diesel and the European Parliament appears to be determined
November 06, 2017 Read Full Article
Losses Mount for RTC as Biofuel Supply Cut Abruptly
by Abhinay Deshpande (The New Indian Express) As many as 18 biodiesel buses, operated by Greater Hyderabad zone of State Road Transport
October 24, 2017 Read Full Article
New York City Submits Strong Comments to EPA Supporting Biodiesel
(NYC Department of Citywide Administrative Services/Biodiesel Magazine) New York City submitted comments to the U.S. EPA Oct. 19, protesting any rollback
October 20, 2017 Read Full Article
Eco Challenge: One Man’s Quest to Build an Eco-Friendly Passagemaker, Parts I and 2
by Peter Wilcox (Passage Maker) Having the opportunity to imagine and oversee the building of my own ideal Inside Passage
September 11, 2017 Read Full Article
Biodiesel Helps Clear the Air in Most Visited National Park
(National Biodiesel Board) The last thing a hiker wants to encounter is a haze of smog that diminishes the view
September 11, 2017 Read Full Article
Hot Spots: 10 Advanced Bioeconomy Places to Watch in Iowa
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) Eddyville, Fort Dodge, Clinton, Newton, Cedar Rapids. Communities like these have been mainstays of the
August 30, 2017 Read Full Article
Minnesota State Fair Highlighting EVs, E85, Biodiesel
by Michael Bates (NGT News) This year’s Minnesota State Fair – from Aug. 24 to Sept. 4 – will feature the Eco
August 25, 2017 Read Full Article
Minnesota Rejects Request From Truckers to Delay Plan to Mandate B20 Biofuel Mix
(Transport Topics) Minnesota Department of Agriculture officials have rejected a request by the state’s trucking association to delay a plan
August 03, 2017 Read Full Article
New Additive Hands Biodiesel the Win as Cleanest Liquid Fuel in the U.S.
(National Biodiesel Board/PR Newswire) CARB approval makes America's Advanced Biofuel key to meet carbon reduction goals -- The California Air
July 25, 2017 Read Full Article
New B20 Club Member, Al Warren Oil Co., Committed to Biodiesel
(Illinois Soybean Association/Biodiesel Magazine) In recognition of its work in reducing motor vehicle emissions and supporting the Illinois economy, the B20
June 29, 2017 Read Full Article
IRFA: 3 Eastern Iowa Stations Add E15
(Iowa Renewable Fuels Association/Ethanol Producer Magazine) Renewable fuels are more accessible than ever in Eastern Iowa. Three stations in Davenport
June 08, 2017 Read Full Article
Minnesota Biodiesel Task Force to Meet June 9 on B20 Mandate
by Ron Kotrba (Biodiesel Magazine) Minnesota’s Biodiesel Task Force is scheduled to meet June 9 in Saint Paul to discuss
May 31, 2017 Read Full Article
$20 Oil? $200 Oil? Does It Matter? Part 1 of the 3-Part Digest series: Carbon 2017
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) For the world of renewable fuels — the only significant carbon legislation on the books, it
May 10, 2017 Read Full Article
Progress on Transport Biofuels in Korea
by Jin-Suk Lee and Kyu-Young Kang (IEA Bioenergy Task 39) Since Korea imports over 95% of its energy demand, thus energy security
May 09, 2017 Read Full Article
More More RHD: REG Expanding Drop-In Diesel?
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) From Iowa we received news that Renewable Energy Group has agreed to acquire approximately 82
May 08, 2017 Read Full Article
Greater Push for Biodiesel in Indonesia, Malaysia
by Peter Sibon (Borneo Post) ... In South East Asia, Indonesia is moving ahead of the rest of the pack to
May 03, 2017 Read Full Article
Renewable Fuel Grows, Sets Records
by Lynn Grooms (Agri-View) Supply and demand of renewable fuels like ethanol and biodiesel are expected to continue their rise
May 03, 2017 Read Full Article
Nat'l Oilheat Research Alliance Releases Biodiesel Use Survey
( National Oilheat Research Alliance/Biodiesel Magazine) The National Oilheat Research Alliance has recently released the results of a survey on the usage
May 02, 2017 Read Full Article
India’s First Biodiesel Bus Struggling to Get Fuel
(Biofuels International) A corporation which pioneers environmentally friendly transport in India is struggling to find biodiesel for its buses, according
April 11, 2017 Read Full Article
More Iowa Fuel Retailers Carrying Higher Blends of Biodiesel
(Iowa Biodiesel Board/Biodiesel Magazine) A new state government report shows more than half of Iowa’s fuel retailers carried biodiesel in
April 05, 2017 Read Full Article
Biodiesel Demo Aims to Increase Farmer Use
(Wallaces Farmer) Every farmer should plant with B20 biodiesel this spring, says Iowa co-op. -- A demonstration by an Iowa
March 28, 2017 Read Full Article
Co-op Aiming to Boost Farmer Biodiesel Use
by Cindy Zimmerman (Energy.AgWired.com) An Iowa farm cooperative wants to convince more farmers in the state to use biodiesel by
March 14, 2017 Read Full Article
Biodiesel Sees the Sea: New Sailing School Vessel Fueled with B20
(National Biodiesel Board) Newport Biodiesel provides 6,000 gallons of B20 for voyage ending in Cuba -- A one-of-a-kind ship with
February 22, 2017 Read Full Article
John Deere Continues Biodiesel Support
by Cindy Zimmerman (Enegy.Agwired.com) ... Chuck Studer, Director of Industry Relations, highlighted John Deere’s vast diesel equipment product line and
January 25, 2017 Read Full Article
Technical Work Lays Foundation for Biodiesel Market Growth
by Ron Kotrba (Biodiesel Magazine) ... “The integration of biodiesel in the broader distribution system will help viability of this product
January 25, 2017 Read Full Article
A 20-Year-Old Startup
by Gene Gebolys (World Energy/Biodiesel Magazine) ... Trying to make a living in biodiesel for two decades now, the hard way is
January 23, 2017 Read Full Article
Biodiesel Industry Honors Year of Achievements, Industry Growth
(National Biodiesel Board) Clean air champions, policy drivers, fleet influencers highlighted with industry awards -- The biodiesel industry saw
January 18, 2017 Read Full Article
General Motors Announces 20 for B20 in Its Diesel Vehicle Lineup
(National Biodiesel Board) GM Expands its B20 Biodiesel Capable Lineup with New Cars, Crossovers, Trucks -- General Motors is taking
January 18, 2017 Read Full Article
Automakers Fuel the U.S. Market With More Biodiesel Capable Diesel Vehicle Models
(National Biodiesel Board) U.S. auto manufacturers have introduced a record number of new biodiesel capable diesel vehicle options for consumers
January 17, 2017 Read Full Article
Hero BX Offers Branded Bioheat Distributor Program
by Ron Kotrba (Biodiesel Magazine) Erie, Pennsylvania-based biodiesel producer Hero BX announced a new business enterprise Jan. 12, the Hero
January 16, 2017 Read Full Article
Karnataka State Transport's Big Make in India Push, Inducts 25 Biodiesel Buses
by Nolan Pinto (India Today) The Karnataka State Road Transport Corporation (KSRTC) has decided to imbibe Prime Minister Narendra Modi's
December 28, 2016 Read Full Article
Soybean Farmers, Clean Cities Encourage More Kansans to Try Biodiesel
(KRVN/Kansas Soybean Commission) Kansas fleets and individual motorists driving diesel vehicles now can get up to $2,000 of their annual
December 07, 2016 Read Full Article
Indonesia Sticks to Its Guns on B20 Biodiesel, Despite Rising Palm Oil Prices
by Ooi Tee Ching (New Straits Times) Indonesia is keeping to its B20 biodiesel despite palm oil prices surpassing RM3,000
November 25, 2016 Read Full Article
Truck Emissions—Survey Gauges Trucking Industry Attitudes
(Phys.Org) As the U.S. trucking industry faces new federal limits on greenhouse gas emissions, a University of Michigan team surveyed fleet
November 25, 2016 Read Full Article
Natural Chem Group Acquires Closed New Mexico Ethanol Plant
by Mike D. Smith (Chron.com) Natural Chem Group plans to redevelop a closed plant it acquired through a Spanish company's
November 15, 2016 Read Full Article
NYC Mayor de Blasio signs Biodiesel Heating Oil Bill into Law
by Ron Kotrba (Biodiesel Magazine) New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio signed a major piece of legislation Oct. 18
October 21, 2016 Read Full Article
Minnesota #Biodiesel Mandate Stands Firm
by Joanna Schroeder (Energy.AgWired.com) Minnesota has been and continues to be a leader in the support of biofuels and was
October 01, 2016 Read Full Article
DC Water Taps into Biodiesel’s Sustainability Benefits
(National Biodiesel Board) Sustainability is more than a buzzword at DC Water. Ingrained throughout the agency, sustainability is in high
September 30, 2016 Read Full Article
Biodiesel Takes a Bite Out of the Big Apple's Carbon Emissions
(National Biodiesel Board/PR Newswire) New York City passes legislation to increase cleaner-burning biodiesel in heating oil -- The City of
September 28, 2016 Read Full Article
UK's Argent Energy Wins Awards for Waste-Based Biodiesel Supply
(Argent Energy/Biodiesel Magazine) Argent Energy, one of the U.K.’s leading suppliers of sustainable biodiesel, has won two awards at the
September 21, 2016 Read Full Article
Biodiesel a Fuel Option for Army Workboats
by John Simpson (Engineering 360) A three-year study to evaluate the feasibility of using biodiesel fuel in U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
September 11, 2016 Read Full Article
Chicago Park District Touts Its Biodiesel-Powered Vehicle Program
by Lauren Tyler (Next Gen Transportation News) The Chicago Park District says its environmentally friendly biodiesel program has continued to
September 01, 2016 Read Full Article
Biodiesel from the Right Sources Can Burn More Cleanly than Regular Diesel: Report
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) In California, the Mineta National Transit Research Consortium at San José State University released a study
August 30, 2016 Read Full Article
Company Produces Biodiesel for Own Truck Fleet
(National Transport Confederation (Google Translation)) Fuel is produced from used cooking oil. Goal is to reduce emissions of pollutants and
August 25, 2016 Read Full Article
Letter: Writer Doesn't Understand Biodiesel
by Jeff Lynn (State Journal-Register) A recent letter to the editor from Don Breiner got biodiesel all wrong. The letter is
August 22, 2016 Read Full Article
NYC Department of Sanitation Fleet Highlighted for Use of Clean Fuel, New Technologies
by Cole Rosengren (Waste Dive) Fleet Owner recently profiled the many advancements of New York's Department of Sanitation (DSNY) fleet. This includes
August 17, 2016 Read Full Article
Brampton Transit Buses Not So Green These Days
by Peter Criscione (Brampton Guardian) Brampton transit buses, once lauded as the future of clean transportation in Canada, aren’t running so clean
July 22, 2016 Read Full Article
India Launches 100% Biodiesel Bus
(Biofuels International) In India, the Karnataka State Road Transport Corp. (KSRTC) is set to launch a 100% biodiesel bus as
July 05, 2016 Read Full Article
MOU Signed to Use B20 Biodiesel in Heavy Trucks
(Thai Visa) The Department of Alternative Energy Development and Efficiency has signed a memorandum of understanding with Bangchak Petroleum Plc
June 24, 2016 Read Full Article
Renewable Diesel Proves Viable for Construction Trucks and Equipment
(Gas & Electricity) By now, most are familiar with biodiesel. It is a cost-effective and more environmentally friendly alternative to
June 23, 2016 Read Full Article
'Fleet Footprint' Event Hosted by Amerigreen Energy This Spring
(Amerigreen Energy/Biodiesel Magazine) Amerigreen Energy, in conjunction with Clean Cities of New Jersey and Pennsylvania, hosted “The Fleet Footprint Event: Emissions Requirements and
June 22, 2016 Read Full Article
Nat'l Biodiesel Board Launches Promotional Advertising Campaign
(National Biodiesel Board/Biodiesel Magazine) The National Biodiesel Board announced June 16 that the advanced biofuel industry trade group has launched
June 16, 2016 Read Full Article
Govt Moves to Revive Plan to Make Biodiesel
(Katmandu Post) The government has formed a committee to study the possibility of making biodiesel from jatropha seeds. Jatropha oil, which
June 14, 2016 Read Full Article
Cummins Helps Zoo Cook Up Biofuel
by Kylie Veleta (Inside Indiana Business) Under the tutelage of a major engine manufacturer, the Indianapolis Zoo is now converting leftover
June 10, 2016 Read Full Article
Oh Magoo! The Digest Looks at Mainstream Media’s Coverage of Renewables
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) The Blundermeisters of Media Misinformation are at it again. The world’s favorite advanced biofuel, biodiesel,
June 10, 2016 Read Full Article
Rochester Buses Commit to Clean Air with Biodiesel
(VoteWojcik) Renewable-Based Fuel is Cleaner, Costs Less Than Traditional Diesel -- On June 1st, Rochester Public Transit (RPT) switched from the
June 08, 2016 Read Full Article
Profile: Florida Power & Light Achieves Key Emissions Reductions with Biodiesel
(National Biodiesel Board/Biodiesel Magazine) “Powered by Biodiesel” decals adorn Florida Power & Light Co.’s diesel vehicles as they traverse Florida
May 19, 2016 Read Full Article
Biodiesel Blends Benefit Soybean Farmers at Aberdeen Station
(Tri-State Neighbor) A gas station in Aberdeen added a biodiesel blender pump as part of a program sponsored by the
May 19, 2016 Read Full Article
Mercedes-Benz Proposes to Shift Its Cars to Biodiesel in India
(Biofuels International) German automaker Mercedes-Benz is probing the possibility to shift its diesel cars and other vehicles in India to
April 28, 2016 Read Full Article
Renewable Diesel Poses Viable Option
by Curt Bennink (ForConstructionPros.com) By now, most are familiar with biodiesel. It is a cost-effective and more environmentally friendly alternative
April 15, 2016 Read Full Article
Minnesota Breathes Easier after 10 Years with Biodiesel Standard
(The American Lung Association in Minnesota/Biodiesel Magazine) Minnesota’s commitment to biodiesel use has paid off with an important impact on
April 07, 2016 Read Full Article
CA Low-Carbon Fuel Standard Questioned: Study Raises Doubts About Long-Term Viability of Rule
by Todd Neeley (DTN/The Progressive Farmer) California's controversial low-carbon fuel standard may not be able to survive long term unless
April 06, 2016 Read Full Article
Biodiesel Ranks First Among Fleets for Alt Fuel Use
(National Biodiesel Board/PR Newswire) North America's top fleets have spoken, and their #1 choice for greening their fleet operations is
March 23, 2016 Read Full Article
UK’s Top Environmental Groups Lay Down Challenge to Next Mayor to Make London a Treener, Healthier City
(Green Alliance) A coalition of the UK’s leading environmental groups,[1] including the National Trust, WWF, RSPB and Greenpeace, are today
March 03, 2016 Read Full Article
Biodiesel Popularity and Use Continues to Grow
By Andrea Johnson (Minnesota Farm Guide) ... “We’re very proud of what biodiesel has become in Minnesota, and the importance that
February 24, 2016 Read Full Article
Biodiesel Taking a Bite out of Emissions in the Big Apple
by Tom Slunecka (Biodiesel Magazine/Minnesota Soybean Research & Promotion Council) ... For those of us old enough to remember the 1970s (I
February 10, 2016 Read Full Article
Biodiesel Industry Honors Climate Champions, Career Long-Achievements
(National Biodiesel Board) Climate benefits, reducing emissions common vein throughout industry awards -- Biodiesel has many benefits, but its ability
January 27, 2016 Read Full Article
Our Commitment to a Sustainable Future
by Carlos Araujo (Biodiesel Magazine/Evonik Corp.) Biodiesel is a real solution to reducing carbon emissions and mitigating the threat of climate
January 27, 2016 Read Full Article
12 Billion More Cleaner Burning Miles Annually with Biodiesel, PACCAR, Peterbilt, Kenworth
(National Biodiesel Board) Vehicle manufacturer support for America’s Advanced Biofuel going strong -- More than 100,000 trucks join renewable fuel ranks
January 26, 2016 Read Full Article
Oil Rout Threatens to Scupper Demand for Palm Oil in Biofuel
by Anuradha Raghu and Yoga Rusmana (Bloomberg Business) Crude oil’s slump has been so severe that it’s now threatening the government-aided
January 19, 2016 Read Full Article
NYC Council Member Sold on Biodiesel Benefits
by by Tom Steever (Brownfield Ag News) New York City officials are looking for ways to increase the required blend of
January 18, 2016 Read Full Article
London’s Cutting Back on Smokes
(Clean Fuels Community) After a successful two month trial period, one third of London's bus fleet will soon by powered
January 14, 2016 Read Full Article
One Third of London's Buses to Run on Waste Fats and Oils
(Transit for London) Almost a third of London's bus fleet will soon be running on a greener blend of diesel,
December 23, 2015 Read Full Article
Mayor Lee Announces City’s Fleet Reaches Goal of Eliminating Use of All Petroleum Diesel
(Office of the Mayor, City and County of San Francisco) Estimated 50 Percent Emissions Reductions Will Be Achieved as Result
December 15, 2015 Read Full Article
Key United States Cities’ Greenhouse Gas Reduction Strategies Rely on New Diesel Technology & Renewable Fuels
(Diesel Technology Forum) New York City Joins San Francisco and Oakland In Embracing New Blends Of Biodiesel & Renewable Diesel Fuels
December 09, 2015 Read Full Article
Indonesia to Boost Biodiesel Output to Meet New Mandates -Industry
by Emily Chow (Reuters) * Expected to boost biodiesel output capacity by a fifth next year * It will be enough
November 28, 2015 Read Full Article
Indonesia's Biodiesel Push Is Vital for Emission Cuts Target: Group
by Michael Taylor (Reuters) Indonesia's biodiesel consumption is seen soaring to 7.9 million kilolitres next year from 1.1-1.2 kilolitres in
November 24, 2015 Read Full Article
Propel Fuels Reports Strong Consumer Adoption of Renewable Diesel as Retail Sales Rise 300 Percent in Southern California
(Propel Fuels/PR Newswire) Drivers Choose Superior Performance, Better Value and Cleaner Emissions of Diesel HPR -- Propel Fuels launched Diesel HPR
November 18, 2015 Read Full Article
Indonesia May Not Import Gasoil over 2016-18: Pertamina Executive
(Hellenic Shipping News) Indonesia may no longer import gasoil over 2016-18 due to slowing demand and the government’s plan to
November 11, 2015 Read Full Article
B20 Diesel Ready to Enter Market Next Year
by Apriadi Gunawan (The Jakarta Post) The government is optimistic that B20 biodiesel fuel will be ready to enter the market
November 06, 2015 Read Full Article
What to Consider Before Making the Decision to Offer Biodiesel
by Jon Scharingson (Renewable Energy Group, Inc./Convenience Store Decisions) Whether or not to sell biodiesel can be a significant decision for
October 29, 2015 Read Full Article
Council Members, Oil Lobby Square off in Tense Hearing on Biofuel Bills
by David Giambusso (Politico New York) Mayor Bill de Blasio's administration tacitly endorsed two bills to increase the use of
October 28, 2015 Read Full Article
Goin’ Green; County Vehicle Fleet Now Using Biodiesel Fuel
by Ivy Ashe (Hawaii Tribune-Herald) Hawaii County’s vehicle fleet is a little bit more green thanks to a local partnership
October 27, 2015 Read Full Article
Brazil to Allow Voluntary B20 and B30 Blending with an Eye on B100
by Meghan Sapp (Biofuels Digest) In Brazil, the National Council on Energy Policy CNPE has issued a ruling that opens
October 23, 2015 Read Full Article
Gov't Prepares Subsidy for Biodiesel B20
(Tempo) Achieving success in the mixing of 15 percent vegetable oil (B15) with solar, the government will increase it to
October 21, 2015 Read Full Article
AGQM Develops No-Harm Test for Biodiesel Heating Oil Stabilizers
by Ron Kotrba (Biodiesel Magazine) Due to increasing demand for biodiesel-blended heating oil, the German biodiesel quality management association AGQM
October 07, 2015 Read Full Article
Aemetis Distilled Biodiesel Solves India's Unhealthy Air Quality
(CNN Money/Market Watch/Aemetis) New Delhi Has the Worst Air Pollution in the World -- Aemetis, Inc. (NASDAQ: AMTX), an advanced renewable
October 07, 2015 Read Full Article
All RTC Buses to Run on Biodiesel Soon
(The Hindu) The Transport Department has decided to run all State Road Transport Corporation (RTCs) buses on biodiesel in the
October 04, 2015 Read Full Article
India Targets 20% Blending of Diesel to Biodiesel by 2017
by Zandile Mavuso (Engineering News) The Indian government is planning to boost the use of biofuels in transport fuels after
September 21, 2015 Read Full Article
Farmers Co-op Hosting Grand Opening of Renewable Fuels Station
(Iowa Renewable Fuels Association/Ethanol Producer Magazine) Farmers Cooperative Co., in conjunction with the Iowa Renewable Fuels Association and the Iowa
September 21, 2015 Read Full Article
Minnesota Biodiesel Demand Getting Warmer
by Mark Dorenkamp (Brownfield Ag News) Representatives of the East Coast home heating fuel market are begging for biodiesel produced in
August 20, 2015 Read Full Article
Despite Drawbacks, Watsonville Sold on Biodiesel
by Ryan Masters (Santa Cruz Sentinel) A Watsonville street sweeper has been running on a potent biodiesel mix produced from
July 29, 2015 Read Full Article
Govt to Use 20% Diesel Requirements through Bio-Diesel
by Jayanta Mallick (The Hindu) The Union Shipping Ministry has decided to utilise 20 per cent of its diesel requirement through
June 25, 2015 Read Full Article
Advanced Diesel Technologies Featured During Sustainable Transportation Day In Washington D.C.
(Diesel Technology Forum/PR Newswire) ... Advanced Biofuel Capabilities Enhance Diesel as a Sustainable Transportation Option -- Diesel engines found in vehicles
June 22, 2015 Read Full Article
NORA Releases “Biodiesel in Home Heating” Report
(National Oil Heat Research Alliance) Pursuant to Public Law 113-79 (the Agricultural Act of 2014), Congress required NORA to prepare
June 03, 2015 Read Full Article
The Push Is on for “High Renewable Content Fuels”
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) ... In the world of gasoline replacement, it is any fuel which has a renewable
May 12, 2015 Read Full Article
Biodiesel Reduces by 70% the Emission of Greenhouse Gases
(BrasilAgro) To supply its urban bus fleet with a mixture of 20% biodiesel in fossil diesel (B20), the 40 Brazilian
May 05, 2015 Read Full Article
Lawsuit Filed Challenging Minnesota's Biodiesel Mandate
(Minnesota Trucking Association) A coalition of vehicle and fuel industry organizations have stood up for Minnesota consumers and small businesses by
April 30, 2015 Read Full Article
Carmakers Worry Higher Biofuel Mix Could Damage Engines
by Raras Cahyafitri and Linda Yulismann (The Jakarta Post) ... “The usage of biodiesel is good. However, we are still worried
April 17, 2015 Read Full Article
Iowa Lawmakers Ride-and-Drive on Biodiesel
by John Davis (DomesticFuel.com) Lawmakers in Iowa got the chance to experience the power of biodiesel for themselves. The Iowa
April 13, 2015 Read Full Article
Minnesota, the Green Giant: Going All out on Agrastructure and the Advanced Bioeconomy
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) ... Today, we look at how Minnesota, too, has been experiencing success via its bioeconomy, and
April 10, 2015 Read Full Article
Unique Oakland Biodiesel Project Receives $3.4 Million Grant
by Ron Kotrba (Biodiesel Magazine) Viridis Fuels, a state-of-the-art biodiesel project in Oakland, California, is prepared to receive an official
April 08, 2015 Read Full Article
Farmers Urged to Use Biodiesel When Planting
(The Interior Journal/Central Kentucky News) ... Biodiesel in general and soy-based biodiesel in particular are great choices, but unfortunately farmers in
March 27, 2015 Read Full Article
Bill Would Mandate More Biofuel in Home Heating Oil
by Erin Durkin (New York Daily News) A new City Council bill would require heating oil used in city buildings
February 11, 2015 Read Full Article
ISA Partners with American Lung Association to Launch B20 Club
(Illinois Soybean Association) To help recognize Illinois-based fleets running on blends of B20 biodiesel, the Illinois Soybean Association (ISA) and
February 10, 2015 Read Full Article
Biodiesel Industry Honors Champions, Career Long-Achievements
(The National Biodiesel Board/Biodiesel Magazine) ... NBB recognizes the 2015 “Eye on Biodiesel” award winners this week. The honorees are: Innovation Tom Butcher,
February 06, 2015 Read Full Article
Moving Biodiesel in the Pipeline: Sequencing Matters
by Ron Kotrba (Biodiesel Magazine) The ability to move biodiesel in pipelines versus truck or rail is considered essential to
February 06, 2015 Read Full Article
B7 Biodiesel To Be Sold In Sarawak, Sabah, Labuan From End Of January
(Bernama) A total of 366 petrol kiosks in Sarawak, Sabah and Labuan will be selling B7 palm oil biodiesel from
January 17, 2015 Read Full Article
Houston Fueling Station Prepares for B100, B50 Dispensing
by Ron Kotrba (Biodiesel Magazine) Construction is nearly complete at Root Fuel’s revamped Wallisville Road retail fueling location where Houston
January 14, 2015 Read Full Article
Biofuel Facts for the Road: The Energy Department and Your Gasoline Pump
by Alicia Moulton (US Department of Energy) Going “over the river and through the woods to Grandmother’s house” this holiday season
December 18, 2014 Read Full Article
Kahului Biodiesel Price Lowest in Hawaiʻi
(Maui Now) Pacific Biodiesel’s Hobron fueling station now has the lowest diesel price in the state, according to a press
December 11, 2014 Read Full Article
IRFA Reminds Diesel Users Biodiesel Can Stretch Supply
(Iowa Renewable Fuels Association) Following Gov. Branstad’s Emergency Proclamation Due to Diesel Shortages, IRFA Reminds Users Biodiesel Can Help Following Iowa
December 01, 2014 Read Full Article
Sustainability Taking Shape, One French Fry at a Time
(K-State Research and Extension) Converting cooking oil into fuel – the Biodiesel Initiative at Kansas State University allows for collaboration
November 26, 2014 Read Full Article
Top 10 Ways to Show Gratitude to Biodiesel Supporters on Thanksgiving
(National Biodiesel Board) This holiday season, we’re giving thanks to the thousands of businesses that choose biodiesel, a sustainable, green
November 25, 2014 Read Full Article
More Toxicity in Canola-Based Biodiesel
by Rob Payne (Science Network Western Australia) EXHAUST from pure canola oil biodiesel is more lethal for human epithelial cells