Settling The ‘Food Vs Fuel’ Debate
One of the marvels of modern agriculture is that certain crops can be used for both food and fuel. But using a crop as a fuel source doesn’t mean we’re necessarily taking it out of the food supply. Mac Marshall, vice president of market intelligence at the United Soybean Board, says their industry has found […]
Webinar: Driving Beyond B20: How Fleets are Accelerating Their Decarbonization Efforts with Biodiesel
Is your fleet on the hook to meet aggressive new sustainability targets? Decarbonization doesn’t have to be daunting. Join us for an enlightening Product Feature Webinar to learn how fleets can operate Better, Cleaner, Now by powering their existing diesel vehicles and equipment with low-carbon liquid fuels like biodiesel. You’ll get a primer on biodiesel […]
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. […]