Nat'l BioDiesel Board Archives

$2000 Offered to Student Scientists from National Biodiesel Foundation

admin | March 25, 2020

NEWS FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Jill Hamilton 703-322-4484 jill@biodieselfoundation.org JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – Student scientists can qualify for an award of up to $2000 through the Beth Calabotta Sustainability Education Grant. The National Biodiesel Foundation established this grant in 2018 to help deserving full-time students interested in science, research, and biodiesel sustainability. “Beth Calabotta had a passion …

NBB Welcomes Trump Administration Decision Not to Appeal 10th Circuit Ruling

admin | March 25, 2020

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Newly Branded Vehicles Highlight of Biodiesel Day

admin | March 18, 2020

NEWS FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Cody Graham 573-635-3893 cgraham@biodiesel.org JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – The National Biodiesel Board (NBB) today launched its 2020 vehicle branding program designed to showcase biodiesel’s sustainability and emissions reduction benefits. The program kicks-off on National Biodiesel Day, the anniversary of Rudolf Diesel’s birthday, with the theme “Biodiesel: Better. Cleaner. Now!” “When Rudolf invented the …

NBB Applauds Agriculture Secretary Perdue's Leadership on Higher Biodiesel Blends

admin | February 28, 2020

Wide-Ranging Partnership to Deploy B100 Biodiesel Technology in Daily, High-Mileage Class 8 Trucks

admin | February 20, 2020

NEWS FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Kaleb Little (573) 635-3893 klittle@biodiesel.org Innovative system allows for seamless 100 percent biodiesel use in all climates Five ADM trucks to test Vector System, produced by Optimus Technologies, in real-world, daily use for a full year Project being supported by the American Lung Association, the National Biodiesel Board, and the soybean …

NBB Commends Iowa Senators for Strong Support for Biodiesel Producers

admin | February 19, 2020

NBB Supports USDA Inclusion of Biodiesel in Infrastructure Program

admin | January 31, 2020

Keep Your Eyes on the Biodiesel Industry in 2020

admin | January 23, 2020

NEWS FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Samantha Turner (660) 329-0974 sturner@biodiesel.org (TAMPA, FLA.) – This week more than 700 biodiesel producers, distributors, retailers, and other industry advocates from across the nation gathered in Tampa, Florida to set their sights on a future for biodiesel that is cleaner, better, and here now! During the conference, the National Biodiesel Board …

Eye on Biodiesel Winners Showcase an Image of Success

admin | January 23, 2020

(TAMPA, FLA.) – The National Biodiesel Board’s annual awards recognize a diverse group of individuals and organizations who have made significant contributions to biodiesel. From long-time champions to present-day breakthroughs, the commercial biodiesel industry wouldn’t be where it is today without these individuals. “Each year we recognize valuable leaders who have helped us make strides …

Biodiesel Industry Welcomes New Fuel Quality Reports

admin | January 22, 2020

(TAMPA, FLA.) – Biodiesel fuel quality information is more accessible than ever thanks to new reports being published from the National Renewable Energy Laboratory. Through funding and support from the National Biodiesel Board, NREL’s statistical analysis is based on thousands of data points that were previously unavailable. “Never before has NREL been able to provide …

Student Scientists Shine at National Biodiesel Conference

admin | January 22, 2020

(TAMPA, FLA.) – Student scientists showcased dynamic campus biodiesel programs and research during the National Biodiesel Conference & Expo in Tampa, Florida this week. From leading biodiesel production on campus to conducting research that could help shape the industry, student scientists are leading the environmental challenge nationwide. “The students with us in Tampa are the …

Purdue Study Confirms Benefits of US Biodiesel, Addresses Concerns over Deforestation

admin | January 21, 2020

NEWS FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Samantha Turner (660) 329-0974 sturner@biodiesel.org JEFFERSON CITY, Mo – The impacts of US biofuel policy on deforestation in Malaysia and Indonesia are found to be insignificant, according to the latest research from leading economic modeling experts from Purdue University. The study looked at concerns from renewable fuel opponents claiming that biofuels …

Fueling the Future: Diesel Fleets Will Continue to Thrive with Biodiesel

admin | January 21, 2020

(TAMPA, FLA.) – Attendees at the National Biodiesel Conference and Expo received an enlightening glimpse into the future as industry leaders from the Fuels Institute, the National Truck Equipment Association (NTEA), and major original equipment manufacturers mapped out the road ahead for the freight and transportation industries. New research has revealed that diesel powertrains are …

The National Biodiesel Board Shares New Industry "Vision"

admin | January 21, 2020

(TAMPA, FLA.) – The biodiesel industry comes together this week to focus their sights on learning, networking, and doing business during the National Biodiesel Conference & Expo. The national event of the year kicked off on Tuesday in Tampa with motivating remarks from industry leadership. To lead off the conference, all eyes were on National …

The Future of Biodiesel Comes into Focus in Tampa in the New Year

admin | January 14, 2020

NEWS FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Samantha Turner (660) 329-0974 sturner@biodiesel.org (TAMPA, FLA.) – All eyes will be on Tampa Bay in the new year when the annual National Biodiesel Conference & Expo unveils “Vision 2020” at the Tampa Convention Center, January 21. The largest gathering of North American biodiesel enthusiasts arrive in Florida on a roll …

NBB Disappointed with Lack of Growth in 2020 RFS Volumes

admin | December 19, 2019

NEWS FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Paul Winters 202-737-8801 pwinters@biodiesel.org WASHINGTON, DC – The National Biodiesel Board (NBB) today expressed its disappointment with the Environmental Protection Agency’s final rule for the 2020 Renewable Fuel Standard. The rule maintains the 2020 overall advanced volume and 2021 biomass-based diesel volume at the same levels as the current year, …

Biodiesel, Soybean Leaders Ask President to Improve 2020 RFS Rule

admin | December 18, 2019

NBB Thanks Congress for Multiyear Extension of the Biodiesel Tax Incentive

admin | December 17, 2019

NEWS FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Paul Winters 202-737-8801 pwinters@biodiesel.org WASHINGTON, DC – Today, the National Biodiesel Board (NBB) and its members thanked Congressional champions for introducing a multiyear extension of the biodiesel tax incentive. If passed, the credit would be available to biodiesel blenders through 2022. The credit will help to expand markets and support …

NBB Asks EPA To Properly Account for Small Refinery Exemptions

admin | November 27, 2019

NEWS FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Paul Winters 202-737-8801 pwinters@biodiesel.org WASHINGTON, DC – Today, the National Biodiesel Board (NBB) submitted comments on the Environmental Protection Agency’s Supplemental Notice of Proposed Rulemaking for the 2020 Renewable Fuel Standards. NBB urges EPA “to properly account for small refinery exemptions, address the remand of the 2016 standards, and increase …

NBB Elects New Governing Board and Chair to Lead Biodiesel Association

admin | November 20, 2019

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NBB Welcomes Proposal for Long-Term Extension of the Biodiesel Tax Incentive

admin | November 19, 2019

NEWSFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Paul Winters 202-737-8801pwinters@biodiesel.org Normal 0 false false false EN-US X-NONE X-NONE /* Style Definitions */ table.MsoNormalTable {mso-style-name:”Table Normal”; mso-tstyle-rowband-size:0; mso-tstyle-colband-size:0; mso-style-noshow:yes; mso-style-priority:99; mso-style-parent:””; mso-padding-alt:0in 5.4pt 0in 5.4pt; mso-para-margin:0in; mso-para-margin-bottom:.0001pt; mso-pagination:widow-orphan; font-size:10.0pt; font-family:”Times New Roman”,serif;} WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Rep. Mike Thompson (D-CA), chairman of the House Ways & Means Subcommittee on Select …

Biodiesel Industry Meets with 88 Capitol Hill Offices to Discuss Tax Incentive

admin | November 19, 2019

NEWS FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Paul Winters 202-737-8801 pwinters@biodiesel.org WASHINGTON, DC – Today, nearly 100 National Biodiesel Board (NBB) members gathered in the nation’s capital to meet with 88 Congressional offices and discuss the status of the biodiesel tax incentive. The meetings are part of NBB’s fall member meeting in Washington, DC. Kurt Kovarik, NBB’s …

Biodiesel Industry and Stakeholders Ask Congress to Act on Tax Extenders

admin | November 14, 2019

NEWS FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Paul Winters 202-737-8801 pwinters@biodiesel.org WASHINGTON, DC – Today, the National Biodiesel Board (NBB), its member companies, allied trade associations, and industry partners sent a letter to House and Senate leaders, urging them to extend the expired biodiesel tax incentive before the end of the year. The letter attempts to impress …

NBB Releases New Report on the Importance of the Biodiesel Tax Incentive

admin | November 12, 2019

NEWS FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Paul Winters 202-737-8801 pwinters@biodiesel.org WASHINGTON, DC – Today, the National Biodiesel Board (NBB) released a new report, “The Importance of the Biodiesel Tax Credit,” showing how the emerging biodiesel industry relies on the combined values of the tax credit and Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS) credits to compete with petroleum diesel …

NBB Applauds House Democrat Letter Pleading for Action on Tax Extenders

admin | November 7, 2019

NBB Asks EPA to Fully Account for Small Refinery Waivers

admin | October 30, 2019

Oil Refinery Exemptions Cause a Crisis for the Biodiesel Industry

admin | October 29, 2019

National Biodiesel Foundation Receives DERA Grant

admin | October 24, 2019

NEWS FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Jill Hamilton 703-322-4484 jill@biodieselfoundation.org JEFFERSON CITY, Mo –This week, the National Biodiesel Foundation was awarded U.S. Environmental Protection Agency funding for its 2020 National Clean Diesel Project. In partnership with Iowa Department of Transportation (Iowa DOT), Optimus Technologies (Optimus), and Renewable Energy Group (REG), the project supports the purchase of three …

NBB Announces New West Coast Office, Bolstered State Regulatory Presence

admin | October 18, 2019

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NBB Says Supplemental RFS Proposal Not What Was Promised

admin | October 15, 2019

NEWSFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Paul Winters 202-737-8801pwinters@biodiesel.org Normal 0 false false false EN-US X-NONE X-NONE /* Style Definitions */ table.MsoNormalTable {mso-style-name:”Table Normal”; mso-tstyle-rowband-size:0; mso-tstyle-colband-size:0; mso-style-noshow:yes; mso-style-priority:99; mso-style-parent:””; mso-padding-alt:0in 5.4pt 0in 5.4pt; mso-para-margin:0in; mso-para-margin-bottom:.0001pt; mso-pagination:widow-orphan; font-size:10.0pt; font-family:”Times New Roman”,serif;} WASHINGTON, DC – Today, the National Biodiesel Board (NBB) said it is skeptical the Environmental Protection Agency’s proposed …