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List of Resources

The following is a list of web resources that provide information about biodiesel and related topics. WBA will continue to edit and update this list, and we encourage any suggestions for inclusion that will assist us in providing a clearing house for biodiesel information.

Whereas we are pleased to offer this reference as a source of information, the WBA cannot accept responsibility for the accuracy – or lack thereof – of any information provided on these linked websites.

Where to purchase Wisconsin Biodiesel

A complete and updated list of Wisconsin biodiesel retail sites is maintained by the Wisconsin Office of Energy Independence. A listing of retail sites selling E-85 (ethanol) is also available.

Information on becoming a biodiesel producer in Wisconsin

The Wisconsin Office of Energy Independence has created a very useful guide for anyone interested in producing Wisconsin biodiesel. Download the Wisconsin Guide to Building Biofuels Facilities to access all the important details of becoming your own biodiesel producer, whether for your own consumption or to participate in the growing commercial biodiesel industry.

WBA Member Websites

WBA Educational Material

• Air Quality Remediation
• Biodiesel Quality: The "Minnesota Experience"
• Wisconsin Summit on Biodiesel Quality Pewaukee, WI Nov 19th, 2007 (press release/report)

Also see additional information about biodiesel used in various applications

by visiting our Market Segments page.

Biodiesel Information

General Biodiesel Information

• National Biodiesel Board
• NREL Biodiesel Handling and Use Guide
• Ask Ben - The Answers to Your Biodiesel Questions!
• Department of Administration - 2006 Wisconsin Energy Statistics

Truck Transportation & Biodiesel

• BioTrucker.com - America's Farmers Fueling America's Truckers!

Biodiesel Quality Assurance

• BQ-9000 Biodiesel Quality Assurance Management Program
• NBB Fuel Quality Guide and Web links

Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEM) & Automotive Industry

Position Papers and Biodiesel Related Media Releases

• Case New Holland (CNH) Announces Support for Biodiesel
• Volkswagen and Archer Daniels Midland Announce Biodiesel Research Agreement
• John Deere - Remarks at 2006 National Renewable Energy Summit in Washington, DC
• Chrysler Fuels Diesel Jeep Liberty with B5 at the Assembly Line
• Cummins Racing: Home of the World's First 7 Second Diesel Dragster
• Edmunds.com Report on Biodiesel
• Green Car Congress: Biodiesel
• Green Car Journal Online - Your Source for Hybrids, Hydrogen and Alternative Fuel Vehicles

Marine Applications

• General Information: Marine Market
• REPORT: Introducing Biodiesel in the Great Lakes Recreational Marine Market
• Technical Handbook for Marine Biodiesel
• US Navy Report on Biodiesel Blended with Middle Distillate Fuels

Electric Generation Applications:

• General Information: Electrical Generation Market

Government Regulation, Programs, and Information

US Government

• Renewable Fuel Standard Program | US EPA
• EPAct Summary
• Energy Information Administration - EIA - State and Historical Energy Information and Statistics
• Energy Information Administration - EIA - Official Energy Statistics from the U.S. Government
• USDA Biodiesel Fuel Education Program
• Dept. Of Energy (DOE): Clean Cities Home Page
• Wisconsin Clean Cities
• US EPA Clean School Bus USA | National Clean Diesel Campaign
• US Forest Service - Yellowstone National Park's Biodiesel Truck

Wisconsin

• POWER Initiative - Promoting Our Wisconsin Energy Resources
• Wisconsin Biorefining Development Initiative
• Wisconsin Consortium on Biobased Industry - Final Report

Biodiesel and the Environment

Air Quality

• Plain English Guide to The Clean Air Act | Air & Radiation | US EPA
• Counties Designated Non-attainment | US EPA
• Welcome to the Green Book | Criteria for non-attainment | US EPA
• National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS) | Air and Radiation | US EPA

Wisconsin Biodiesel Market Segments

Biodiesel is valued for the many markets it serves. Below is a list of applications for this renewable alternative to petroleum. Each market segment is presented with unique opportunities to benefit from the introduction of biodiesel, whether it is from the properties of the product itself or from various government and market incentives that promote such use.

The WBA will be updating this page as we accumulate information specific to each market. Meanwhile, contact us with any questions you might have regarding the use of biodiesel in your specific situation. We have resources available to assist you in locating your supply of biodiesel and in gaining maximum advantage of incorporating this advanced biofuel into your fuel network.

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