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By Richard Nelson

Government mandates to increase renewable fuels production have prompted a growing use of biodiesel. Industry groups are setting standards for quality and monitoring the fuel’s production, transport, and storage.

Tags: alternative fuels, American Society for Testing and Materials, ASTM D6751, biodiesel, biofuels , BQ-9000, green fleet, National Biodiesel Board

By Lisajoyce Vergara

After several years in the making, the City of Fayetteville, Ark.’s attempts to convert its diesel-powered vehicles to biodiesel have become a reality. Last June, out of 545 fleet vehicles, 52 percent were converted to biodiesel.

Tags: B-100, B-20, biodiesel, Fayetteville