Sturgis Legends Press Conference

Chuck Zimmerman

During the Legends Ride activities here at the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally a press conference was held. The lineup of speakers included personalities like Rupert, one of the winners of Survivor. Also on the list was Robert White, Renewable Fuels Association. I recorded Robert speaking to the standing room only filled room of media. You can listen to Robert’s statement here: …

Audio, Ethanol, Ethanol News, RFA, Sturgis

Sturgis Rally Ethanol Street Interview

Chuck Zimmerman

The opening event for the 2011 Sturgis Motorcycle Rally is the Legends Ride that starts in Deadwood, SD and ends at the Buffalo Chip in Sturgis. Here’s RFA’s Robert White (right) being interviewed on the street over the Legends event PA. I recorded him describing the importance of this renewable fuel to America. You can listen to the interview here: …

Audio, Ethanol, Ethanol News, RFA, Sturgis

Ethanol Fueling 2011 Sturgis Motorcycle Rally

Chuck Zimmerman

Hello from the Buffalo Chip Campground in Sturgis, SD. It’s the heart and home of a lot of the activities that make up the 2011 Sturgis Motorcycle Rally. Thanks to the Renewable Fuels Association I’m getting my first up front and personal look at this world renowned event. I will attempt to describe it over the next several days. RFA …

Ethanol, Ethanol News, RFA

“Creating a Path for Cellulose” Paper Released

Joanna Schroeder

A new white paper outlining the future of cellulosic ethanol, “Creating a Path for Cellulose,” has been released by Ethanol Across America. The paper was authored by Wes Bolsen, chief marketing officer and vice president of government affairs for Cosaka, Inc. The goal of the paper is to educate the industry and the public on second-generation ethanol and to correct …

biofuels, Cellulosic, Ethanol, Research

Improving Safety at Biorefineries

Joanna Schroeder

Many of us have had the opportunity to visit an ethanol or biodiesel plant and have experienced first hand the safety measures a plant has in place to keep its workers, and visitors safe. Yet despite precautions, accidents can still happen. Unfortunately for the biofuels industry, these rare occurrences tend to get major media play while the hundreds of days …

biofuels, Ethanol, safety

Iowa to Showcase Ethanol Pride During Straw Poll Week

Cindy Zimmerman

As the media heads to Iowa next week for the August 13 Straw Poll in Ames, they will have the opportunity to learn more about the importance of ethanol to the state and the nation. Iowans Fueled with Pride is hosting a series of events during the week to provide the media with opportunities for first-hand interaction with leaders in …

Ethanol, Ethanol News, Government, politics, RFA

ACE Urges Ethanol Industry to Contact Congress

Cindy Zimmerman

Members of the American Coalition for Ethanol (ACE) are being urged to contact their congressional representatives during down time this month. ACE Executive Vice President Brian Jennings says there are three key issues important to the ethanol industry that they are encouraging members to discuss with congressmen and senators during the August Recess. They include the offer by the ethanol …

ACE, Ethanol, Ethanol News, Government

POET Biorefining – Caro Receives Green Honor

Joanna Schroeder

POET Biorefining – Caro has received the 2011 Green Agri-Business Designation from the Michigan Agri-Business Association. The ethanol plant received the award for its efforts to integrate environmental practices into its operations. The award focuses on efforts by companies to protect Michigan’s natural resources, conserve energy and reduce impact on water land and air. “The Michigan Agri-Business Association wants to …

Company Announcement, Environment, Ethanol, water

INEOS Says Advanced Biofuel Plant is on Schedule

Cindy Zimmerman

Contrary to recent media reports, INEOS Bio officials say the joint venture facility in Florida to produce advanced biofuels from waste will start on time next year. “Things are progressing well and are on-track at the Vero Beach site,” said Peter Williams, Chairman of INEOS New Planet BioEnergy and CEO INEOS Bio, in a statement. “As is the case with …

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