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Posted by Brad Plumer on February 20, 2013 at 10:00 am
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This blog is produced by the Center for Advanced BioEnergy Research CABER) at the University of Illinois. CABER is under the direction of Hans P. Blaschek, professor and Assistant Dean of the U of I College of Agricultural,Consumer and Environmental Sciences Office of Research. This blog is a roundup of research news and related topics dealing with biofuels. It does not cover biofuel production and prices at this time.
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Ethanol RIN Credits Jump 38% to 47 Cents, Starfuels Says
Bloomberg
By Mario Parker - Feb 21, 2013 1:08 PM CT . Read more
By Mario Parker - Feb 21, 2013 1:08 PM CT . Read more
Friday, February 22, 2013
Thursday, February 21, 2013
Bioenergy combined with CCS could enable carbon-negative energy
Biomass Magazine
By Erin Voegele
February 19, 2013
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A full copy of the report, titled “Assessment Report from the GCEP Workshop on Energy Supply with Negative Carbon Emissions,” can be downloaded from the Stanford University website.
By Erin Voegele
February 19, 2013
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A full copy of the report, titled “Assessment Report from the GCEP Workshop on Energy Supply with Negative Carbon Emissions,” can be downloaded from the Stanford University website.
Wednesday, February 20, 2013
Tuesday, February 19, 2013
Chromatin and Pacific Ethanol Sign Multi-Year Agreement for Locally-Grown Sorghum in Ethanol Production
Fort Mill Times
Published: Monday, Feb. 18, 2013 / Updated: Monday, Feb. 18, 2013 08:04 AM
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Published: Monday, Feb. 18, 2013 / Updated: Monday, Feb. 18, 2013 08:04 AM
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Monday, February 18, 2013
Friday, February 15, 2013
Another Drought in 2013 could Devastate the U.S. Ethanol Industry
NASDAQ
By Oilprice.com, February 13, 2013, 10:28:06 AM EDT Read more
By Oilprice.com, February 13, 2013, 10:28:06 AM EDT Read more
Thursday, February 14, 2013
Association promoting bioenergy launches in Sacramento
The Sacramento Bee
By Mark Glover The Sacramento Bee
Last modified: 2013-02-12T19:25:04Z
Published: Tuesday, Feb. 12, 2013 - 11:25 am
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By Mark Glover The Sacramento Bee
Last modified: 2013-02-12T19:25:04Z
Published: Tuesday, Feb. 12, 2013 - 11:25 am
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Wednesday, February 13, 2013
Tuesday, February 12, 2013
Corn shortage idles 20 ethanol plants nationwide
USA Today
Jim Salter, Associated Press 1:55p.m. EST February 10, 2013 Read more
Jim Salter, Associated Press 1:55p.m. EST February 10, 2013 Read more
Monday, February 11, 2013
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Thursday, February 7, 2013
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Friday, February 1, 2013
EPA Proposes 2013 Renewable Fuel Standards
US EPA
Release Date: 01/31/2013
WASHINGTON -- The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is proposing the 2013 percentage standards for four fuel categories that are part of the agency’s Renewable Fuel Standard program (RFS2).
The proposal announced today will be open for a 45-day public comment period and EPA will consider feedback from a range of stakeholders before the proposal is finalized. EPA continues to support the use of renewable fuels within the transportation sector through the RFS2 program, which encourages innovation, strengthens American energy security, and decreases greenhouse gas pollution.
The Energy Independence and Security Act of 2007 (EISA) established the RFS2 program and the annual renewable fuel volume targets, which steadily increase to an overall level of 36 billion gallons in 2022. To achieve these volumes, EPA calculates a percentage-based standard for the following year. Based on the standard, each refiner and importer determines the minimum volume of renewable fuel that it must ensure is used in its transportation fuel.
The proposed 2013 overall volumes and standards are:
Biomass-based diesel (1.28 billion gallons; 1.12 percent)
Advanced biofuels (2.75 billion gallons; 1.60 percent)
Cellulosic biofuels (14 million gallons; 0.008 percent)
Total renewable fuels (16.55 billion gallons; 9.63 percent)
Overall, EPA’s RFS2 program encourages greater use of renewable fuels, including advanced biofuels. For 2013, the program is proposing to implement EISA’s requirement to blend more than 1.35 billion gallons of renewable fuels over the amount mandated for 2012.
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Release Date: 01/31/2013
WASHINGTON -- The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is proposing the 2013 percentage standards for four fuel categories that are part of the agency’s Renewable Fuel Standard program (RFS2).
The proposal announced today will be open for a 45-day public comment period and EPA will consider feedback from a range of stakeholders before the proposal is finalized. EPA continues to support the use of renewable fuels within the transportation sector through the RFS2 program, which encourages innovation, strengthens American energy security, and decreases greenhouse gas pollution.
The Energy Independence and Security Act of 2007 (EISA) established the RFS2 program and the annual renewable fuel volume targets, which steadily increase to an overall level of 36 billion gallons in 2022. To achieve these volumes, EPA calculates a percentage-based standard for the following year. Based on the standard, each refiner and importer determines the minimum volume of renewable fuel that it must ensure is used in its transportation fuel.
The proposed 2013 overall volumes and standards are:
Biomass-based diesel (1.28 billion gallons; 1.12 percent)
Advanced biofuels (2.75 billion gallons; 1.60 percent)
Cellulosic biofuels (14 million gallons; 0.008 percent)
Total renewable fuels (16.55 billion gallons; 9.63 percent)
Overall, EPA’s RFS2 program encourages greater use of renewable fuels, including advanced biofuels. For 2013, the program is proposing to implement EISA’s requirement to blend more than 1.35 billion gallons of renewable fuels over the amount mandated for 2012.
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EPA Proposes Changes to Enhance Confidence in RIN Trading in the RFS Program
US EPA
Release Date: 01/31/2013
WASHINGTON -To help make the Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS) program more efficient and effective the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is proposing a structured process for buyers of Renewable Identification Numbers (RINs) in order to verify their validity.
Under the proposal, RINs would be verified through a new voluntary quality assurance program that also includes alternative compliance options which leverage existing industry practices and market forces. This proposal will be available for a 30-day public comment period. EPA will consider feedback from a range of stakeholders before the proposal is finalized.
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Release Date: 01/31/2013
WASHINGTON -To help make the Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS) program more efficient and effective the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is proposing a structured process for buyers of Renewable Identification Numbers (RINs) in order to verify their validity.
Under the proposal, RINs would be verified through a new voluntary quality assurance program that also includes alternative compliance options which leverage existing industry practices and market forces. This proposal will be available for a 30-day public comment period. EPA will consider feedback from a range of stakeholders before the proposal is finalized.
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Brazil Accelerates Ethanol Blend Increase After Fuel Price Rise
Bloomberg
By Mario Sergio Lima - Jan 30, 2013 3:05 PM CT . Read more
By Mario Sergio Lima - Jan 30, 2013 3:05 PM CT . Read more