The West Coast鈥檚 growing demand for renewable diesel and biodiesel fuel will drive petroleum diesel usage there next year to the lowest level in more than a decade, according to the U.S. EIA.
July 12, 2023biodiesel News Updates
Explore the latest biodiesel news today on Transport Topics, highlighting how renewable fuels are reshaping the trucking industry. Our coverage spans innovations in biodiesel production, fleet adoption strategies and policy updates that influence sustainability and operational efficiency. From emerging technologies to market trends, we provide actionable insights for industry leaders looking to integrate cleaner energy solutions into freight and logistics operations.
USDA Offers Up to $500 Million in Biofuel Grants
Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack announced that up to $500 million in federal funds are available to boost supplies of American-made biofuel.
June 28, 2023Nebraska Soybean Farmers Extol Biodiesel Benefits
A trucking campaign promoting biodiesel fuel to easily lower carbon emissions by the state soybean farmers has been such a success in raising awareness it may be repeated.
June 6, 2023Alabama Starts Its First Renewable Biodiesel Production
Alabama has taken steps toward building the state鈥檚 first renewable diesel production facility in Mobile using soybean oil from state farmers to make low-carbon fuel.
May 17, 2023Portland City Council to Vote on Phasing Out Diesel Sales
Gradually phasing out diesel fuel sales in Portland, Ore., is among 43 climate change actions before the City Council鈥檚 second public hearing and vote slated for Aug. 24.
August 9, 2022Fleet Sustainability: Using Biodiesel to Drive Success
The growth of the sustainability movement is changing the fleet industry. Read this white paper to learn how biodiesel is helping fleets lower their emissions while providing the performance and ROI they need.
November 1, 2021ADM, Marathon Partner on Renewable Diesel Venture
Marathon Petroleum Corp. and ADM announced plans to form a joint venture for the production of soybean oil to supply what they referred to as rapidly growing demand for renewable diesel fuel.
August 23, 2021EPA Sets Final Rule for 2021 Biomass-Based Diesel Requirement
The Environmental Protection Agency announced the final rule that sets the biomass-based diesel statutory minimum requirement at 2.43 billion gallons for 2021, the same level as the 2020 requirement.
February 5, 2020Deal on Biodiesel, Railroads Credits Hinges on Broader Tax Package
Congressional leaders are close to a deal that would extend a slew of expired incentives for biodiesel, alcoholic beverages and short-line railroads, though it could depend on completing a broader tax compromise in time to add the provisions to a must-pass spending bill.
December 16, 2019Trump EPA Pledges Biofuel Boost to Calm Corn-State Criticism
The Trump administration is taking action to boost U.S. demand for corn-based ethanol and soybean-based biodiesel, as the president seeks to temper criticism from farmers and Midwest politicians before next year鈥檚 election.
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