Tag: biofuel
Some states look to ethanol for cost relief after EPA issues...
The EPA released a final rule for the Renewable Fuel Standard June 3 that sets a goal of 15 billion gallons of renewable fuel for 2022. At the same time, some states are turning to higher blends of ethanol for fuel cost relief.
Ethanol plants pledge to hit net zero emissions by 2050
More than 40 ethanol plants said in a letter sent to President Joe Biden that they support the goals to reduce greenhouse gas emissions 50% by 2030 and hit net zero by 2050. The list of signatories includes one Ohio ethanol plant, Guardian Lima LLC, in Lima, Ohio.
How does ethanol fit into a net zero emissions future
A recent study found that the adoption of E15 gasoline across Ohio would drive new grain demand for farmers and boost household incomes and tax revenue. This news comes at a time as ethanol producers and marketers are trying to show how the biofuel fits into the transition to clean energy.
Ethanol industry still recovering from COVID hit
Ethanol production hit record lows in April when stay-at-home orders were enacted. Learn more about the local impact and where the industry stands today.
Deal reached to promote biofuels
President Donald Trump announced an agreement Oct. 4 on the Renewable Fuel Standard, which could lead to more biofuel blending.
Biofuels production, trade stable through 2020
The Energy Information Administration predicts stable U.S. production, consumption and trade of biofuels through 2020.
US EPA proposes biofuel requirements for 2019
The EPA issued a proposal to set the minimum amount of renewable fuels to be supplied in 2019, as well as the biomass-based diesel volume standard for 2020.
Biodiesel helps clear the air in Smoky Mountains
Great Smoky Mountains National Park strives to maintain its natural beauty by adopting practices that reduce the park’s environmental footprint.
Ohio Rural Development State Director honored
The Commercial Aviation Alternative Fuels Initiative awarded USDA Ohio Rural Development State Director Tony Logan its 2016 Partnership Award.
USDA leaders Ohio Rural Development’s Tony Logan receives award
The Commercial Aviation Alternative Fuels Initiative awarded USDA Ohio Rural Development State Director Tony Logan its 2016 Partnership Award.