DRAFT ARB BIODIESEL POLICY CHANGE SEEN EMBRACING MORE 20% BLEND USE

A draft air board policy change on biodiesel fuel appears to allow broader use of 20% biodiesel blends, or B-20, in older vehicles that use new diesel particulate matter (PM) filter traps, sources said this week. The proposed policy change may also bolster the prospects of legislation mandating the use of minimum biodiesel blends. The draft Air Resources Board policy on biodiesel blends is expected to be unveiled soon for public review, according to sources. However, a copy of the...