Sustainable Aviation Fuel: Episode 4
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Renewable Fuel Standard: Challenges and Impacts
This chapter examines the history and complexities of the Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS) and its effects on the renewable fuel market in the U.S. It highlights the political challenges encountered by different administrations, the impact of small refinery exemptions, and the unintended consequences on cellulosic biofuels. Additionally, it explores market dynamics, including the financial implications of RIN prices and the role of the EPA in shaping biofuel mandates.
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