Nov. 12, 2007 ― Massachusetts To Promote Advanced Biofuels
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bill will require all diesel and home-heating fuel sold in the Commonwealth to
contain a minimum amount of renewable, biobased alternatives in their blends,
with that amount rising from 2 percent in 2010 to 5 percent in 2013.
The mandates are set in hopes to build up the state’s emerging biofuel
refinery and distribution sectors. Three refineries are planned for Pittsfield,
Greenfield, and Quincy. Also, several local and national distributors are
preparing to compete in this area as well. While several other states have
biodiesel content standards, Massachusetts would be the first to establish a
biofuel standard for home heating oil – of particular significance since the
Northeast makes such a greater use of oil for home heating than other parts of
the country.