The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has released a proposed rule Dec. 7 to revise 2020 Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS) volume obligations and introduce regulatory changes intended to “enhance the program’s objectives.” EPA Administrator Michael S. Regan, says, “… This package of actions will enable us to get the RFS program back in growth mode by setting ambitious levels for 2022, and by reinforcing the foundation of the program so that it’s rooted in science and the law.” Patrick Serfass, executive director for the American Biogas Council, states, “We appreciate EPA’s recognition of 20-25 percent annual growth in the D3/cellulosic category, 95 percent of which is renewable natural gas made from biogas. However, we have observed actual industry growth this year that is two times higher. More >>
