Renewable Diesel & Sustainable Aviation Fuel: Production Boost & Data Reporting
This act aims to boost the production and use of renewable diesel and sustainable aviation fuel. This could lead to more eco-friendly transportation options and reduced air pollution. It also mandates the collection and publication of data on these fuels, increasing market transparency.
Key points
Defines sustainable aviation fuel, excluding palm oil and natural gas sources, and requiring at least a 50% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions.
Requires the government to collect and publish detailed data on the production and import of renewable diesel and sustainable aviation fuel, aiding progress monitoring.
Expands support programs for innovative energy technologies to include refineries producing renewable diesel and aviation fuel from animal fats, vegetable oils, and biomass.
Simplifies labeling requirements for renewable diesel, potentially facilitating its wider market adoption.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_S_4038
Sponsor: Sen. Barrasso, John [R-WY]
Process start date: 2022-04-07