Growth Energy Excited About American Ethanol Race

Cindy Zimmerman

Growth Energy CEO Tom Buis is looking forward to seeing black, silver and green Sunday at the Martinsville (Virginia) Speedway NASCAR Sprint Cup Series race. The No. 33 Richard Childress Racing Chevrolet race car will feature the American Ethanol paint design and Clint Bowyer, just coming off a win last weekend at Talladega, will be at the wheel. “Glad to …

American Ethanol, Audio, Ethanol, Growth Energy, NASCAR

Winterizing Diesel Fuel

Cindy Zimmerman

There’s a chill in the air and winter weather is just around the corner. After last winter’s extremely cold temperatures, it’s especially important for diesel fuel users to make sure they are ready. That means winter treatment for diesel fuel, according to GROWMARK marketing manager for refined and renewable fuels Mark Dehner. “Diesel fuel is impacted by cold temperatures. There …

Audio, Biodiesel, GROWMARK

2012 Export Exchange Set

Cindy Zimmerman

Get out your 2012 calendars and mark the date for just under a year from now to attend the next global event to help increase exports of ethanol co-products for livestock feed. Once again, the U.S. Grains Council (USGC) and the Renewable Fuels Association (RFA) are teaming up for the Export Exchange 2012, an international trade conference focused on the …

corn, Distillers Grains, Ethanol, Ethanol News, Exports, RFA, USGC

Jury Rules in Favor of Novozymes in Patent Dispute

Cindy Zimmerman

The jury has ruled but the judgement is still out on the lawsuit between Novozymes and Danisco over a patent for enzymes used in biofuels production. A jury in the US District Court for the Western District of Wisconsin determined that Novozymes patent is valid and ordered Danisco to pay damages of more than $18 million for infringement. The jury …

biofuels, Cellulosic, corn, Ethanol, Ethanol News

Ag Secretary Wants Biofuels Support in Farm Bill

Cindy Zimmerman

Outlining his priorities for farm policy this week, Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack stressed the need for continued support of renewable fuels in the next farm bill. “Rural America has done a great job of helping to develop the domestically-produced renewable energy and fuel. That job must continue because when we create those opportunities, we create jobs, we reduce our reliance …

Biodiesel, biofuels, biojet fuel, biomass, Energy, Ethanol, Ethanol News, John Deere, USDA

FlexFuel Vehicle Education Project Announced

Cindy Zimmerman

A new public education project to reach drivers of FlexFuel Vehicles (FFVs) by working with state Motor Vehicle Administrations (MVA) was announced today by the Alliance of Automobile Manufacturers and the Clean Fuels Foundation. As a part of the national FFV Awareness Campaign, the “FlexFuel Vehicle/Motor Vehicle Administration” project will work with MVAs in six states on outreach opportunities such …

Car Makers, E85, Education, Ethanol, Ethanol News, Flex Fuel Vehicles

American Ethanol Car to Race at Martinsville

Cindy Zimmerman

American Ethanol will be in the spotlight at the Martinsville Speedway NASCAR Sprint Cup Series race this weekend in Virginia. The No. 33 Richard Childress Racing Chevrolet race car will feature a special-edition American Ethanol paint scheme at the race and will be driven by American Ethanol spokesman and recent Talladega race winner Clint Bowyer. In addition, the American Ethanol …

American Ethanol, corn, Ethanol, Growth Energy, NASCAR, NCGA

Congressmen Promote Open Fuel Standard

Cindy Zimmerman

Members of the Open Fuel Standard Coalition joined with Representatives Eliot Engel (D-NY) and John Shimkus (R-IL) to call for consumer choice at the pump during an Energy Security Roundtable and media event in Washington DC on Tuesday The two congressmen, pictured here with former National Security Advisor Robert McFarlane, outlined their Open Fuel Standard Act (HR 1687) which would …

Biodiesel, biofuels, Ethanol, Ethanol News, Government, NASCAR, RFA

Dividing Corn Stover Could Help Cellulosic Ethanol Production

Cindy Zimmerman

Purdue University researchers have found that dividing up corn stalks may be the way to conquer in the quest for cellulosic ethanol efficiency. A research team discovered that when corn stover is processed to make ethanol, three distinct parts of it – the rind, pith and leaves – break down in different ways. Cellulosic ethanol is created by using enzymes …

advanced biofuels, Cellulosic, Ethanol, Ethanol News, Research, University

ZeaChem Grows To Commercialize Advanced Biofuels

Cindy Zimmerman

Colorado-based ZeaChem has expanded its board of directors and raises new capitol to move closer to commercial production of advanced biofuels and chemicals. ZeaChem has raised $19 million in Series C financing, led by Birchmere Ventures, and partner Sean D.S. Sebastian has joined the ZeaChem board of directors. “As an industry leader in the advanced biofuels and bio-based chemicals industries, …

advanced biofuels, biofuels, Ethanol, Ethanol News