Biodiesel, renewable diesel, and SAF producers are grateful that Congress adopted beneficial changes to the 45Z credit last July through the One Big Beautiful Bill. They now have certainty that those changes can be claimed for their current tax year.
Clean Fuels Welcomes New Staff Members Jason Brasier and Paul Houf
New hires strengthen digital storytelling, industry outreach and membership engagement efforts
Clean Fuels Seeks Added Clarity in Final 45Z Clean Fuel Production Credit Rules
“We are awaiting publication of the modified 45ZCF-GREET model. We would also appreciate additional guidance as to how to apply the credit to fuel produced prior to publication of the proposed rule and further clarity on the Prevailing Wage and Apprenticeship requirements as they relate directly to 45Z.”
Clean Fuels Launches National Fuel Quality Reports, Delivering First-of-Its-Kind Industrywide Insights
New annual reports provide statistical analysis and transparency across the U.S. fuel distribution system
Energy Dominance
Clean Fuels Alliance America CEO Donnell Rehagen discusses how the clean fuels industry is helping stabilize fuel supplies, reduce dependence on foreign oil and protect consumers from rising fuel prices
As Bronx Sees Rise in Particulate Matter, Study Shows Biodiesel Would Create Immediate and Affordable Improvements
In light of a recent Columbia University study showing fine particulate matter in the Bronx is rising, Clean Fuels Alliance America is reminding New Yorkers of a 2024 study that shows exactly how using biodiesel in place of diesel fuel could immediately lower particulate matter and reduce instances of health challenges including asthma, cancer and more.
The RFS Takes a Bold New Course
Clean Fuels Alliance America CEO Donnell Rehagen discusses the impact of the historic RFS volumes set for 2026-2027
ASTM Approves Updated Heating Oil Specification to Include Biodiesel Blends Up to B50
The updated specification, ASTM D396-26a, marks a major milestone for the clean fuels industry and supports expanded use of higher biodiesel blends in heating applications.
Clean Fuels Welcomes Opportunity to Clarify 45Z Clean Fuel Production Credit Rules
Clean Fuels expressed appreciation for Treasury’s responsiveness to industry input on the 45Z Tax Credit and urged additional certainty with timely final rules.
Illinois Reaches B20 Milestone, Strengthening Farm Economy and Expanding Biodiesel Use
Effective April 1, the minimum biodiesel blend required to qualify for Illinois’ state sales tax exemption increases from B17 to B20, representing the final phase of landmark bipartisan legislation passed in 2022.
Clean Fuels Applauds EPA’s Final 2026-2027 RFS Rules
U.S. biodiesel, renewable diesel, and SAF producers are eager to get to work and bring the 7 billion gallons of existing production capacity up to speed to meet 10% or more of America’s demand for diesel fuel.
The Clean Fuels Foundation Announces the 2026 Beth Calabotta Sustainability Education Grant Winner
The Clean Fuels Alliance Foundation has awarded Janice Shiu the 2026 Beth Calabotta Sustainability Education Grant
