CFC7B0689F3A201F872584A100712933 Hearing Summary

Elizabeth Burns Thompson and Kent Hartway, both representing Renewable Energy Group, provided information about their company. Ms. Burns Thompson stated that their company has 13 biorefineries and produce biodiesel and that the company takes waste fats and oils and creates biodiesel for use in engines.  She noted that the oil is cleaned first to remove impurities abd tgat product is run through a transesterfiction process and cleaned again. Finally, the fuel is oxygenated and provides exceptional emission benefits.  She stated that there are carbon benefits and the fuel may be blended. Committee discussion ensued about policies to increase biofuel.

Commmittee discussion contined regarding biodiesel-ready vehicles and engine warranties.  Mr. Hartway noted that no engine modifications need to be made for biodiesel; however, filters may need to be replaced.

Committee discussion contineud regarding the price of biodiesel and agriculture vehicles use of biodiesel.