The Better. Cleaner. Now! Podcast
AUTHENTIC CONVERSATIONS WITH LEADERS IN THE BIODIESEL, RENEWABLE DIESEL AND SUSTAINABLE AVIATION FUEL INDUSTRIES.
Episodes
July 24, 2024 • 31 mins
Facing challenges in the competitive market, Incobrasa Industries Ltd. made a bold pivot, becoming a biodiesel production facility. Kerry Fogarty, Quality Control Manager at Incobrasa Industries, joins Donnell Rehagen, CEO at Clean Fuels, to share the company’s inspiring journey to becoming a leader in the soybean processing and biodiesel industries.For more information, visit Clean Fuels Alliance America.
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July 17, 2024 • 36 mins
Michael Devine, President of the National Oilheat Research Alliance (NORA) joins Steven Dodge, Director of State Regulatory Affairs for Clean Fuels, to discuss the latest advancements in burner technology, new efficiencies and the integration of renewable fuels into home heating systems. For more information, visit Clean Fuels Alliance America.
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July 10, 2024 • 27 mins
The clean fuels industry has a strong playbook for growth and an impressive track record of overcoming challenges. With three soybean crush plants, a renewable diesel plant and potential SAF plant on the horizon, Kansas is set to boost the value of its soybeans like never before. Kaleb Little, Executive Director of the Kansas Soybean Association, and Doug Whitehead, COO of Clean Fuels, share their perspectives on the industry's his...
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July 3, 2024 • 46 mins
As Commander of the Southwest Navy Region, Rear Admiral Leendert “Len” Hering Sr., USN (Ret), pioneered transformative programs in energy, water and waste management that set new standards across the Department of Defense. This episode dives into his exploration of biodiesel as a strategic solution for energy independence within the U.S. military.For more information, visit Clean Fuels Alliance America.
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June 26, 2024 • 31 mins
Matt Amick, Executive Director of the Biodiesel Coalition of Missouri, and Jeff Earl, Director of State Governmental Affairs at Clean Fuels, dive into how the coalition is helping drive a $2 billion industry in Missouri through its efforts in promoting and advocating for biodiesel.For more information, visit Clean Fuels Alliance America.
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June 19, 2024 • 41 mins
Despite common misconceptions, diesel isn't the dirty word it once was. Join Scott Fenwick, Technical Director at Clean Fuels Alliance America and Allen Schaeffer, Executive Director at Engine Technology Forum, as they discuss transforming the narrative and reality of clean diesel technology.For more information, visit Clean Fuels Alliance America.
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June 12, 2024 • 33 mins
The rail industry is accelerating its path to decarbonization by incorporating higher blends of biodiesel and renewable diesel. Join Clean Fuels CEO Donnell Rehagen and Wayne Kennedy, CEO of Kennedy Consulting, as they discuss why rail companies are betting big on biodiesel to power their locomotives and meet aggressive emissions reduction goals.For more information, visit Clean Fuels Alliance America.
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June 5, 2024 • 22 mins
More than 75 Clean Cities and Communities coalitions across the U.S. have helped reduce 72 million tons of greenhouse gas emissions since the organization was formed by the Department of Energy in 1993. Kevin Herdler, Executive Director of St. Louis Regional Clean Cities Coalition, describes the significant and lasting change coalitions are making with Heather Buechter, Director of Communications at Clean Fuels.For more information...
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May 29, 2024 • 30 mins
Army Veteran and Wisconsin Soybean Marketing Board Executive Director Adam Kask discusses energy security, crush capacity and climate smart agriculture with Tom Verry, Director of Outreach and Development for Clean Fuels.For more information, visit Clean Fuels Alliance America.
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May 22, 2024 • 29 mins
Elizabeth, New Jersey, population of 135,000 in just 11 square miles, is a densely populated city surrounded by various modes of transportation contributing to its poor air quality. Jonathan Phillips, Executive Director of the environmental justice group Groundwork Elizabeth joins Stephen Dodge, Director of State Regulatory Affairs at Clean Fuels Alliance America, to discuss the role clean fuels play in creating cleaner air for com...
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May 15, 2024 • 34 mins
USDA recently incorporated climate smart agriculture practices into the latest updates of the GREET model, providing a framework for future biodiesel, renewable diesel and SAF tax credits. Donnell Rehagen, Clean Fuels CEO; Kurt Kovarik, Vice President, Federal Affairs; and Veronica Bradley, Director of Environmental Science, explain the challenges of navigating a tax incentive based on carbon intensity.For more information, visit C...
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May 8, 2024 • 35 mins
Airlines are taking on the challenge of decarbonizing the roughly 100-billion-gallon global aviation industry. Donnell Rehagen, CEO of Clean Fuels Alliance America, is joined by Veronica Bradley, Director of Environmental Science, and Jonathan Martin, Director of Economics and Market Analytics, to discuss the science behind SAF, its production methods, and its potential to revolutionize the aviation industry.For more information, v...
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May 1, 2024 • 26 mins
Clean Fuels and member company John Deere are set to participate in the second semi-annual Celebration of Modern Ag on the National Mall to engage the Washington D.C. audience on the Future of Food and Farming. Miles Chiotti, Manager of Public and Industry Relations at John Deere joins Paul Winters, Director of Public Affairs and Federal Communications at Clean Fuels, to showcase how John Deere is leveraging new technologies that e...
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April 24, 2024 • 37 mins
Discover how fleet testimonials and technological advancements have bolstered OEM confidence in biodiesel and paved the way for cleaner fleet operations. Jennifer Weaver, Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) Market Development Manager for Clean Fuels, is joined by Bailey Arnold, Director of Clean Air Initiatives at American Lung Association, and Pete Probst, President of Indigenous Energy, to discuss the rising demand for higher b...
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April 17, 2024 • 41 mins
Gary Louis, recently retired President and CEO of Seaboard Energy, sits down with Jeff Earl, Clean Fuels Director of State Governmental Affairs, to discuss Seaboard Energy’s journey with biodiesel and renewable diesel and the shared effort of increasing demand for clean fuel alternatives.For more information, visit Clean Fuels Alliance America.
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April 10, 2024 • 28 mins
Millions of acres of farmland in the Midwest are not planted to any crop during the winter months. Michelle Starke, Director of Stewardship and Regulatory Affairs at CoverCress, and Alan Weber, Consultant to Clean Fuels and Founding Parter of MARC-IV, explain the benefits of producing a new feedstock in the Midwest that goes into renewable fuels. Discover how CoverCress, with its winter annual growth cycle, seamlessly integrates ...
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April 3, 2024 • 25 mins
Metrolink, a Southern California commuter rail service, recently made the transition to 100% renewable diesel. Tom Verry, Director of Outreach and Development, and Heather Buechter, Director of Communications, discuss the transition with Lisa Colicchio, Sustainability Director at Metrolink, while exploring the various markets for biodiesel and renewable diesel along the Golden Coast.For more information, visit Clean Fuels Alliance ...
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March 27, 2024 • 42 mins
During his time at the California Air Resources Board, Floyd Vergara oversaw key climate change and air quality programs, including the Low Carbon Fuel Standard. Vergara, Senior Advisor to Clean Fuels, sits down with Jeff Earl, Director of State Governmental Affairs, to discuss the LCFS framework building demand for clean fuels.For more information, visit Clean Fuels Alliance America.
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March 20, 2024 • 31 mins
With more than 5,000 acres under production, winter canola is considered a new, valuable oilseed crop for the clean fuels industry. Alan Weber, Consultant to Clean Fuels and Founder Member of MARC-IV, sits down with Chad Berghoefer, Global Product Director - Biofuels, Corteva Agriscience, to discuss canola’s potential for growers and the biofuel industry.For more information, visit Clean Fuels Alliance America.
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March 13, 2024 • 19 mins
From production to consumption, Weights and Measures Bureaus regulate fuel quality to ensure reliable fuels are being sold. Scott Fenwick, Technical Director at Clean Fuels Alliance America, discusses the role of Weights and Measures in the marketplace with Mike Harrington, Bureau Chief of the Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship Weights and Measures Bureau.For more information, visit Clean Fuels Alliance America.
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