biodiesel News Updates

A bipartisan bill aimed at boosting U.S. biodiesel production was introduced Sept. 30, with supporters arguing it would provide stability for smaller producers.

Trucking firms can offset high fuel prices with biodiesel as production of the biofuel rebounds after Renewable Fuel Standard volume requirements were finalized.

Renewable diesel, high-blend biodiesel and renewable natural gas are becoming more attractive options for fleet operators for multiple reasons.

American imports of Chinese used cooking are set to accelerate as increased U.S. biofuel-blending requirements kick in and the Iran war drives up energy costs, making the feedstock a relative bargain.

“One of the things in this industry is that there’s always uncertainties,” Krista Swanson, chief economist at the National Corn Growers Association, said in an interview.

Biodiesel producers are hailing new federal tax credit guidance for U.S.-manufactured renewable fuels as last year’s uncertainty contributed to a double-digit output drop.

Emissions can be reduced, and trucking fleets still can rely on today’s predominant vehicle technologies and fueling infrastructure.

The project aims to provide a new renewable diesel source for Southeast fleets and shippers, tying fuel production to the region’s forestry economy and adding 155 jobs.

Biofuel company shares dipped on fears that Trump administration policies may fall short of offsetting exemptions from mandates requiring refineries to blend renewable fuels into gas and diesel.

Iowa biodiesel retailers were awarded the lion’s share of $1.12 million in state grants to boost their biofuel capacity through new and expanded infrastructure projects.