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New Michigan Advanced Biofuels Coalition Stakeholders Represent Land, Air and Sea

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Biofuels interest growing in multiple transportation sectors ST. JOHNS, Michigan (Nov. 28, 2023) – The Michigan Advanced Biofuels Coalition (MiABC) is expanding its influence by adding three new stakeholders that support sustainable carbon reduction solutions in three different transportation sectors. The new stakeholders are Gevo, Inc., Southwest Detroit Environmental Vision (SDEV) and …

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Progress Underway on Detroit Air Quality Improvements and Port Decarbonization

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Experts to report on new initiatives during July 26 event on Detroit River FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE DETROIT, Michigan (July 24, 2023) – During a boat tour of the Detroit River July 26, invited state legislators, city officials, media and clean air stakeholders will learn about new initiatives to improve air quality and support more sustainable …

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Cooperative Industry Research Pivotal for New Low Metals Grade of B100 Biodiesel

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High Quality of Today’s Biodiesel Bodes Well for the Future JEFFERSON CITY, MO – Based on compelling new biodiesel fuel quality data from some of the nation’s top research institutions, ASTM International has approved a new Low Metals (LM) grade of biodiesel in D6751, the ASTM specification for low-carbon B100 biodiesel used as a blendstock with middle …

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Three New Companies Join Michigan Advanced Biofuels Coalition

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Diverse stakeholders support fuels made from renewable resources ST. JOHNS, Michigan (May 23, 2023) – The Michigan Soybean Committee announces three new stakeholders in the Michigan Advanced Biofuels Coalition (MiABC). Formed in 2022, MiABC works to increase understanding and adoption of biodiesel and other advanced biofuels produced from renewable resources such as …

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Detroit Air Quality Among Worst in U.S., American Lung Association Reports

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Experts say biodiesel can help by reducing harmful emissions from diesel-powered vehicles. FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE ST. JOHNS, Michigan (April 20, 2023) – The American Lung Association’s new State of the Air report lists Detroit and Wayne County among the nation’s most highly polluted areas. But experts say that expanded use of biodiesel fuel could help …

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Michigan Advanced Biofuels Coalition Adds Three New Members

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Diverse organizations aim to support biodiesel for a healthier environment FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE ST. JOHNS, Michigan (February 14, 2023) – The Michigan Soybean Committee announces three new stakeholders in the Michigan Advanced Biofuels Coalition (MiABC). Formed in 2022, MiABC promotes use of biodiesel and other advanced biofuels produced from renewable resources such as soybean oil …

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Michigan Soybean Committee Names New Leader in the New Year

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Farmer-leaders of the Michigan Soybean Committee (MSC) have named a strategic and experienced new leader. Ben Steyer was named the new Chief Executive Officer of MSC, effective Monday, January 16, 2023. FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE ST. JOHNS, Michigan (January 24, 2023) – In his new role, Steyer will lead MSC in their efforts to ensure a …

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USDA Accepting Applications for $100 Million in Biofuel Infrastructure Grants

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Nov. 21, 2022 is deadline to submit applications to USDA U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Secretary Tom Vilsack announced Aug. 23 that USDA is accepting applications for $100 million in grants to increase the sale and use of biofuels derived from U.S. agricultural products.  The Higher Blends Infrastructure Incentive Program (HBIIP) (link to Higher Blends Infrastructure Incentive Program | …

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Michigan Soybean Association Supports Legislation Prioritizing Domestically Produced Fuel

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LANSING, Michigan – July 6, 2022 – The Michigan Soybean Association (MSA) applauds the introduction of HB 6334 sponsored by Rep. Joe Bellino (R-Monroe). This legislation, when fully implemented, would incentivize the sales and consumption of biodiesel at Michigan’s fuel retail locations. This voluntary program offers a five cents per gallon incentive on blends of B5 …

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Michigan Soybean Committee Launches Michigan Advanced Biofuels Coalition

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ST. JOHNS, Michigan – July 6, 2022 – In a move to foster energy security, cleaner air and more sustainable transportation, the Michigan Soybean Committee is pleased to announce formation of the Michigan Advanced Biofuels Coalition (MiABC). The new coalition promotes the use of advanced biofuels, including biodiesel, renewable diesel and sustainable aviation fuel (SAF). …

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