NBB Applauds EPA’s Denial of RFS Waiver Request from the State of Texas

WASHINGTON, D.C.– National Biodiesel Board Chief Executive Officer Joe Jobe released the following statement today in response to EPA’s announcement to deny the request by the State of Texas for a waiver from the Renewable Fuels Standard (RFS):

“We appreciate the EPA taking a careful approach to the waiver request and agree with their determination that it should be denied. It is important to note that all renewable fuels qualify for the current RFS. In fact, if the RFS is waived or cut in half in 2008, then the growth of all biofuels, including “advanced biofuels” such as biodiesel, would be severely hindered.

“Beyond the environmental and energy security benefits provided by biofuels, the opportunity for green jobs and the continued economic development of biodiesel refineries in Texas were obviously important considerations for the EPA. Now, the State’s goal of bringing biofuels, jobs and energy independence to Texas and the nation can continue on a path to success."

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