The documentary “Freedom Fuels” is now available for free download. “Freedom Fuels” takes an in-depth look at renewable fuel sources, such as bio-diesel, ethanol and vegetable oil. It explores the interaction of the petroleum industry and alternative fuels over the last 150 years, and examines the global impact that bio-fuels can have on our future. Visit www.mofilms.org to download the …
Ethanol Representatives Witness First Indy Open Test
The IndyCar® Series held its first Open Test of the season Wednesday at Daytona International Speedway where for the first time all IndyCar Series cars ran on 100 percent fuel-grade ethanol. Ethanol Promotion and Information Council Executive Director Tom Slunecka said the IndyCar® drivers he talked to in Daytona are proud to be a part of the change to a …
All Boys Love Big Toys
Ethanol power was on display at the recent Big Boy Toy Show in Sioux Fall, SD. From planes to big trucks to race cars, it was all there for both big and little boys (and girls!) to enjoy. A special attraction for all was Team Ethanol IndyCar® Series driver Jeff Simmons and the show car simulator. Kids of all shapes …
Global Warming Expedition Kickoff
Legendary explorer Will Steger kicked off his Global Warming 101 Expedition this past weekend at the St. Paul Winter Carnival. Team Ethanol IndyCar® Series driver Jeff Simmons was among those on hand to see the expedition off, since the Ethanol Promotion and Information Council is a major Global Warming 101 sponsor. He got a chance to make friends with one …
Consumers Can Help Reduce Dependence on Foreign Oil
During the 2007 State of the Union address, President Bush made it very clear that ethanol has a vital role to play in our nation’s long term energy independence goals and public education will play a key role in the continued adoption of renewable fuels. This edition of “Fill Up, Feel Good” discusses what consumers can do to help the …
EPIC Shares President’s Goals
A stable supply of domestically-produced fuel is vital to achieving the goals outlined by President Bush in his State of the Union address, and the Ethanol Promotion and Information Council (EPIC) is determined to help make that happen. In a news release, EPIC Executive Director Tom Slunecka said, “We share the administration’s vision on an issue of such critical importance …
Ethanol and Global Warming 101
In an effort to bring attention to the issue of global climate change and the role ethanol can play in the solution, the Ethanol Promotion and Information Council has joined the team for explorer Will Steger’s Global Warming 101 Expedition, according to an EPIC release. Steger, who has long been a proponent of alternative energy in the fight against global …
Indy Sets Pace For Domestic Fuel
With its switch to 100 percent fuel-grade ethanol for the 2007 season, the Indy Car Series is already leading in the country’s race to reducing dependence on foreign oil, as called for by President Bush in his State of the Union address. “The IndyCar Series shares the President’s commitment to energy security,” said Brian Barnhart, president and chief operating officer …
First New Fuel Ships for Indy
The first tanker truck loaded with 100 percent fuel-grade ethanol to power this year’s IndyCar® Series left the Renova Energy plant in Torrington, Wyoming this week bound for Indianapolis. According to a release from the Ethanol Promotion and Information Council, the plant was contracted to supply approximately 120,000 gallons of the fuel to the IndyCar Series in 2007. Renova Energy …
Greener Snow Blowing With Ethanol
Clearing the driveway in the winter months can help clear the air if you use ethanol-enriched gasoline in your snowblower. According to the Ethanol Promotion and Information Council, small engines can efficiently burn 10 percent ethanol blends and the use of E10 reduces greenhouse gas emissions by as much as 30 percent. “It’s important to think green year round,” said …