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March 06, 2006
Washington will soon become a national leader in BioFuels
Moments ago, the Energy Security through Renewable Fuels law in Washington State passed it's final legislative hurdle. It is now ready for the governor's signature. She has said she will sign it. Before the end of the week Washington State will be the second state in the union to mandate the use of Biodiesel in it's fuel supply. This will require 2% biodiesel in diesel and 2% ethanol unleaded by Nov. 1 2008. In addition the law allows state agencies to meet the Ultra Low Sulfur diesel requirements by blending biodiesel and mandates by 2009 all state fleets to use 20% biodiesel. There are provisions for the biodiesel mandate to increase to 5% when there are enough feedstock crops in the state to provide 3% from in-state production. Congrats Washington for continuing to lead!
Posted by Martin at March 6, 2006 07:58 PM
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