The annual Clean Fuels Awards honoring outstanding contributions of a diverse group of individuals and organizations who have demonstrated a commitment to advancing biodiesel, renewable diesel and sustainable aviation fuel were announced this week at the Clean Fuels Conference in Fort Worth.
The Impact Award was presented Tuesday to John Bullock, Executive Vice President and Chief Strategy Officer for Darling Ingredients.Darling is a world leader in “upcycling” animal byproducts to their highest value through the creation of new markets including renewable fuels. With a passion for agriculture, Bullock spearheaded Darling’s entry into the renewable diesel market in 2013, aiming to optimize the utility of its waste fats. In collaboration with its 50/50 joint venture, Diamond Green Diesel, the company has transformed into a major player in the global renewable diesel market and is poised to become a leading producer of sustainable aviation fuel.
John Bullock Award Remarks 2:34Industry Partnership Award this year goes to ASTM International for its ongoing collaboration with the Clean Fuels technical team and the greater fuels industry to regularly revise and improve fuel standards, including ASTM D6751, the specification for biodiesel.
PepsiCo receives the Clean Fuels Inspiration Award, honoring its steadfast progress in decarbonizing one of the largest private fleets in North America.