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More Renewable Biodiesel to Flow in Future - EPA Final RFS-2

Wheels are now in motion for making more of the nation’s cars and trucks use renewable fuels. EPA’s new final Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS2) is predicted to turn renewable fuels from niche markets to mainstream products. The final rule now enables soy-based biodiesel to qualify as an advanced biofuel - as having 50 percent fewer lifecycle GHG emissions than baseline petroleum fuels.

By the end of the year (2010) nearly 13 billion gallons of renewable fuel must be blended into the fuel supply. Biomass-based diesel is expected to contribute 1.15 billion gallons, total advanced biofuel (950 million gallons) and cellulosic biofuel (6.5 million gallons). In 12 years, renewable fuels nearly triples to 36 billion gallons. Fuels covered under the RFS2 rule include all gasoline and diesel produced or imported for MVNRLM use (motor vehicle, non-road, locomotive and marine). More information about the RFS2 is available here.

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Diesel Technology Forum 2009 Annual Report Now Available

Promoting technology milestones, educating policymakers and highlighting the progress and potential for clean diesel across all applications are some of the activities of the Diesel Technology Forum. Review our 2009 Annual Report here.

Clean Diesel Technology Helps Meet Current and Any Future Ozone Clean Air Standards

The Diesel Technology Forum (DTF) issued the following statement today in response to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s first public hearing on proposed revisions to the National Ambient Air Quality Standards for Ozone, held in Arlington, VA.

“While the merits of reducing the allowable levels of ozone in the atmosphere are now under considerable debate, there is no debate about the progress and importance of clean diesel technology in meeting the nation’s clean air goals,” said Allen Schaeffer, executive director of DTF, a non-profit group which represents diesel engine, vehicle and equipment makers, fuel refiners and suppliers of engine and emissions control technology.

Read the full release, "Clean Diesel Technology Helps Meet Current and Any Future Ozone Clean Air Standards."

Forum Insight - 2010: The Year Ahead for Diesel Technology

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Insight Update:

2010: The Year Ahead for Diesel Technology

As milestones in the diesel industry go, 2010 is a big one. New clean diesel trucks roll off the assembly line this year with near zero emissions, a true cause for celebration. But not for long, because a host of new challenges await those that design, build and operate diesel engines across the U.S. From climate change and transportation legislation, to green cars, low-carbon fuels and state mandates, 2010 has something for everyone.

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