Diesel Fuel Best Practices for Smooth Winter Operations
As the leaves begin to fall and colder weather sets it, the need to inspect and prepare diesel fuel tanks, dispensers, and equipment for colder temperatures becomes evermore important. Cold weather can impact diesel fuel quality and vehicle performance, emphasizing the importance of adopting best practices to ensure smooth operation during the blusterous winter months. […]
Pods for Profit: Supporting Biobased Fuel Growth in Michigan
Michigan soybean farmers are working to increase visibility and adoption of biodiesel with the creation of the Michigan Advanced Biofuels Coalition (MiABC). By promoting use of cleaner-burning advanced biofuels, the MiABC helps support energy security and improve air and environmental quality in our state. Learn how biobased fuels reduce emissions from diesel vehicles, vessels, and […]
Senators Klobuchar and Moran Introduce Legislation to Support Biorefineries, Production of Renewable Chemicals, and Biomanufacturing
U.S. Senators Amy Klobuchar (D-MN) and Jerry Moran (R-KS) introduced bipartisan legislation to enhance the ability of the Biorefinery, Renewable Chemical, and Biobased Products Assistance program to support the development of biofuels, renewable chemicals, and biobased products. The Agricultural Biorefinery Innovation and Opportunity Act will update the underlying loan guarantee program and restore a grant program to support […]
Biodiesel Embraced by Inland Marine Industry
Some types of transportation pose more challenges in the conversion to electric power than others. The marine industry is one. President Joe Biden has set an ambitious U.S. goal of achieving a net-zero emissions economy by no later than 2050. While it’s not zero carbon reduction, biodiesel is an instant carbon reduction that’s available now. […]
2023 Soy Innovation Challenge Now Open
The 2023 Soy Innovation Challenge, a collaborative initiative by the Yield Lab Institute and the United Soybean Board, has been officially launched. This year’s competition places a strong emphasis on fostering innovation and technology in the realm of soybean meal, encouraging new and groundbreaking applications of this versatile resource. The challenge is open to visionaries, […]
Senators Klobuchar and Thune Reintroduce Adopt GREET Act
U.S. Senators John Thune (R-SD) and Amy Klobuchar (D-MN) reintroduced the Adopt Greenhouse Gases, Regulated Emissions, and Energy Use in Transportation (GREET) Act, legislation that would require the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to update its greenhouse gas (GHG) modeling for all renewable fuels under the Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS). Specifically, the bill would require EPA to apply the Argonne National Lab’s […]