Biofuel News
Growmark Pilots Vector System to Decarbonize Bulk Fuel Transportation Fleet with B100
Growmark Inc. recently announced that it partnered with Optimus Technologies to test 100% biodiesel in five semi-tractors in its Manito Transit fleet as a potential pathway for transitioning the entire fleet to low-carbon fuels. The development is part of Growmark’s ongoing efforts to look for decarbonization opportunities within the company and its network. Optimus Technologies provides […]
Port of Detroit Releases Decarbonization and Air Quality Improvement Plan and Video
The Detroit/Wayne County Port Authority (Port of Detroit) is undergoing an ambitious decarbonization project, which aims to reduce the port’s environmental impact, and improve sustainability. The project is ongoing and will implement a range of innovative technologies and methods to reduce emissions and promote cleaner energy sources, positioning the Port of Detroit as a leader […]
USDA Awards $43 Million in Higher Blends Infrastructure Incentive Program Grants
USDA announced April 23 that it is awarding more than $43 million in grants through the Higher Blends Infrastructure Incentive Program (HBIIP) to business owners to increase the availability of domestic biofuels in 15 states. HBIIP provides grants to fueling station and distribution facility owners, including marine, rail, and heating-oil facilities, to help expand access […]
Midwest Fleet Focus: Biodiesel Success Stories | The Better. Cleaner. Now! Podcast
Discover how fleet testimonials and technological advancements have bolstered OEM confidence in biodiesel and paved the way for cleaner fleet operations. Jennifer Weaver, Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) Market Development Manager for Clean Fuels, is joined by Bailey Arnold, Director of Clean Air Initiatives at American Lung Association, and Pete Probst, President of Indigenous Energy, to […]
HDT: Renewable Diesel First Fill for all New Volvo and Mack Trucks
Volvo Trucks North America and Mack Trucks have announced an advancement in their sustainability efforts. Both OEMs will now fuel newly assembled trucks with Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil (HVO). HVO is a renewable fuel commonly called renewable diesel (RD) in North America. According to Volvo and Mack, RD is a renewable fuel that can be used […]
New ATRI Research Evaluates Renewable Diesel as an Alternative Pathway to Decarbonization
The American Transportation Research Institute (ATRI) today released a new report that analyzes the benefits of employing renewable diesel (RD) as an alternative to battery electric vehicle (BEV) trucks. This analysis is a follow-up to findings from past ATRI research on the topics of zero-emission vehicles and electric infrastructure challenges. In those past reports, ATRI […]