News and Updates

Here’s where you’ll find the latest news and information from the Michigan Advanced Biofuels Coalition.

Detroit DOT Adds 10 New Clean Diesel Coaches to Fleet, Continuing Conversion to More Environmentally Friendly Buses

The Detroit Department of Transportation (DDOT) announced today it is continuing to expand and improve its fleet of buses, adding 10 new cleaner diesel-engine coaches to the fleet today. This is in addition to 28 new coaches added last August. A delivery of 10 more new coaches is expected this spring, which will complete DDOT […]

Webinar: DOE’s Progress Toward Meeting the Goals of the Sustainable Aviation Fuel Grand Challenge

As the demand for air transportation continues to increase, adding to the climate crisis, increasing research and development of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) provides a critical step towards lowering the U.S. carbon footprint while allowing our economy and way of life to thrive. The Biden-Harris Administration launched the SAF Grand Challenge with the goal of a 50% […]

Michigan Advanced Biofuels Coalition Adds Three New Members

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 […]

Biodiesel Has Room for Growth in Michigan

As efforts continue to reduce emissions, biodiesel offers drivers today for a cleaner burning fuel.  Pete Probst, President of Indigenous Energy, shares opportunities to increase its use, benefiting the environment and soybean farmers. Originally shared by Brownfield News, January 18, 2022.

Michigan Soybean Committee Names New Leader in the New Year

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 […]

Study: Soybean Oil for Biofuels has Limited Impact on Overall Food Prices

The United Soybean Board partnered with Purdue University on a Food and Fuel study to evaluate whether the increased use of soybean oil in biofuels has contributed to the rising retail prices of food products for consumers. Among the study’s findings was an expanded crush for oil to meet biofuel demand created increased availability for […]
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