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AFPM Sues EPA Over Agency's Mandate to Use Non-Existent Biofuels

The American Fuel & Petrochemical Manufacturers (AFPM) and the Western States Petroleum Association (WSPA) filed a lawsuit today with the D.C. Circuit Court challenging the Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) decision to require refiners to blend cellulosic ethanol or pay the agency for waiver credits due to the inability to blend these non-existent fuels under the federal Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS).

12 Jun 2012

Clean Technology Conference at Johannesburg, South Africa

The second clean technology investment and business matchmaking conference, Virdis Africa will be held on 16 and 17 October, 2012 in Lower Houghton, Johannesburg, South Africa at the Kilarney Country Club. The event is focused on corporate and entrepreneurs, who require funding for the introduction of clean technology services and solutions.

8 Jun 2012

BIOX to Open New Biodiesel Production Facility in New York Harbor

BIOX, a renewable energy company, has entered into a definitive contract with International-Matex Tank Terminals (IMTT) to acquire the site and infrastructure associated with it in order to build its second biodiesel production facility.

6 Jun 2012

Research Study on Biodiesel for Achieving Renewable Energy Targets

In a research study, scientists are utilizing an integrated modeling framework to study a biodiesel scenario based on forest biomass.

1 Jun 2012

GII Offers Market Research Reports on Biopower and Offshore Wind Power

Global Information (GII), a worldwide distributor of technical and market research, has announced new reports on the opportunities available in the offshore wind power market for private players.

31 May 2012

API Urges EPA To Stop Mandating Imaginary Biofuels

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) today denied the American Petroleum Institute's (API's) request to eliminate mandates for biofuels that do not exist, and the agency continues to fine refiners for not using them.

26 May 2012

Great Green Fleet of US Navy will Continue to Use Algae-Based Fuel

Energy Digital scrutinizes the US Navy's major initiative to deploy a fleet of alternative fuel-activated warships by 2016.

24 May 2012

Solar Charging Station For Electric Cars Unveiled By Bill Jacobs Auto Group

On April 30th the Bill Jacobs Auto Group ushered in a new age of re-fuelling a vehicle when they opened up their brand-new vehicle solar charging station in Joliet, IL.

16 May 2012

Veolia to Introduce First Propane Autogas Taxi Fleet of Baltimore

Veolia Transportation, North America-based supplier of multiple modes of transportation, has announced that the company will introduce the first propane autogas taxi fleet of Baltimore at a special ceremony, when Mayor Stephanie Rawlings-Blake of Baltimore City will participate in the first propane taxi ride.

14 May 2012