New here? Welcome! The Michigan Advanced Biofuels Coalition (MiABC) supports energy security and improved air and environmental quality in Michigan by promoting the domestic use and production of advanced biofuels like biodiesel, renewable diesel, and sustainable aviation fuel!

Did you miss International Donut Day, too? Well, don’t worry—donuts are a tasty treat you can enjoy every day! 🍩 For millions of people across the globe, a fresh donut with their morning coffee can't be beat. But what happens to the leftover cooking oil after the last donut is fried? More and more, that used fryer oil is finding a second life as a low-carbon renewable fuel. Through advanced processes that turn waste fats, oils, and grease into biodiesel, renewable diesel, and sustainable aviation fuel, yesterday’s donut oil is helping to power trucks, buses, marine vessels, construction equipment, airplanes, and more. Instead of becoming waste, used cooking oil becomes part of a circular economy that reduces emissions, supports domestic energy production, and keeps valuable resources in use. So, as you indulge in your morning donut and reminisce about International Donut Day, remember that the same fryer oil that helped create your favorite treat could someday help fuel a cleaner transportation future. That’s a pretty sweet story!

Michigan soybean farmer Zach Schaffner and his son Stetson recently completed Char-Lin Farms' first planting season in years using a biodiesel blend. Zach chose to switch to biodiesel after learning about its potential benefits from the Michigan Soybean Committee and MiABC. After having his tanks cleaned, Zach took delivery of his first load of biodiesel-blended fuel. During planting, he collected real-time data and documented his experience, which will be featured in an upcoming issue of the Michigan Soybean Committee's bi-weekly e-newsletter, providing timely information about checkoff programs and other news relevant to farmers. You can sign up for the newsletter here: mailchi.mp/d27a03f3e34b/soyb…, and learn more about Zach's biodiesel journey here: miadvancedbiofuels.com/2026/…

It’s Friday, and we’re closing out another week of growth and innovation across the biobased diesel industry. At a time when energy affordability and supply reliability remain top concerns, biodiesel and renewable diesel are helping fleets, businesses, and communities reduce emissions while expanding domestic fuel options and supporting bottom lines. Across the country, organizations are discovering that cleaner fuels can be integrated into existing operations with little or no modification or disruption, while delivering meaningful environmental and economic benefits. Whether you’re considering biodiesel, renewable diesel, or other biobased products, every step toward a more resilient operation can make a difference. When you’re ready to begin your biobased journey, we’re here to help!

Every day, restaurants, food processors, and commercial kitchens generate used cooking oil that can be collected and converted into biodiesel, renewable diesel, or sustainable aviation fuel. Rather than becoming a waste stream, these materials can serve as valuable feedstocks for producing renewable transportation fuels. This circular economy approach reduces waste, creates additional revenue opportunities, and supports domestic fuel production. As demand for lower-carbon fuels grows, used cooking oil and other recycled feedstocks are becoming increasingly important contributors to the renewable fuels industry and the transition toward a more sustainable transportation sector.

Wishing all the mariners, port operators, vessel crews, researchers, and maritime professionals who help keep America moving a belated Happy National Maritime Day! From the Great Lakes to our coastal ports and inland waterways, the maritime industry plays a critical role in supporting commerce, national security, and environmental stewardship. As the industry continues working toward cleaner operations, non-toxic biodiesel and other biobased products are helping protect both mariners and the environment. These renewable solutions can help reduce or eliminate exposure to harmful emissions while also lowering environmental risks associated with spills and leaks. In marine applications, that can mean cleaner air for crews and healthier waterways for surrounding communities. One of the most notable examples came from NOAA’s Great Lakes Environmental Research Laboratory (GLERL) in Muskegon, Michigan, which pioneered the “Green Ship Initiative.” The program demonstrated the successful use of biodiesel and biobased lubricants in marine vessels operating on the Great Lakes, helping showcase how renewable fuels can support cleaner, reliable maritime operations using existing equipment and infrastructure.

Biobased products are helping fleets and facilities reduce petroleum dependence, lower environmental impacts, and support domestic agriculture across nearly every aspect of daily operations. From biodiesel and renewable diesel to soy-based tires, lubricants, hydraulic fluids, cleaners, paints, sealants, plastics, and even asphalt rejuvenators, these products are proving that sustainability and performance can go hand in hand. Many biobased products also help reduce air pollutants, improve worker safety, support circular economies, and create new markets for farmers. Whether it’s a fleet running on biodiesel with soy-based tires and lubricants, or a facility using biobased paints, flooring materials, cleaners, and asphalt solutions, every product choice becomes another opportunity to support healthier air, stronger rural economies, and more sustainable operations. Sustainability isn’t just about one technology — it’s about building an entire ecosystem of smarter, lower-carbon solutions. Learn more: SoyBiobased.org

After a turbulent 2025 marked by uncertainty, margin pressure, and production slowdowns, the U.S. biobased diesel industry appears to be regaining momentum in 2026. Stronger Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS) volumes, improving market conditions, and renewed confidence across the supply chain are helping bring idled production capacity back online while supporting new investments in domestic advanced biofuel production. The recovery is important not only for fuel producers but also for farmers, fuel retailers, fleets, and rural communities that benefit from the growing demand for low-carbon fuels made from U.S. feedstocks like soybean oil, used cooking oil, and animal fats. Biodiesel, renewable diesel, and sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) continue to provide an immediate opportunity to reduce lifecycle greenhouse gas emissions, improve air quality, support energy security, and strengthen the agricultural economy — all while working largely within today’s engines and fueling infrastructure. With record federal biobased diesel volumes finalized for 2026 and 2027, many across the industry are optimistic that the turbulence of 2025 may ultimately give way to a new period of stability and growth for America’s high-quality biobased diesel market.

On Memorial Day, we honor and remember the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our nation. Their courage, selflessness, and dedication helped protect the freedoms and opportunities we enjoy today. As we spend time with family and friends, may we also take a moment to reflect on the true meaning of Memorial Day and express gratitude to those who gave everything for our country. Their legacy lives on through the communities they helped protect and the generations they inspired. 🇺🇸

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There's one week left to register for Big Demands: What It Will Take to Meet Historic RVOs, a webinar exploring what the robust volumes established in the 2026-27 #RFS rule mean for the future of the soy complex. Featured Speakers Include: ➡️ Chris Schaffer, CEO and General Manager, Ag Processing Inc ➡️ Greg Anderson, Nebraska Soybean Farmer, Clean Fuels Governing Board Member ➡️ Kurt Kovarik, Vice President, Federal Affairs, Clean Fuels Alliance America (@kovarikdc) ➡️ Sarah Gonzalez, Editor-in-Chief, @agripulse Join us Thursday, May 28 at 12 p.m. CT: bit.ly/4uiHpBo

The growth of biofuels in Michigan depends not only on a supportive framework and quality production but also on retailers willing to promote cleaner, lower-carbon fuels — especially biodiesel. The ongoing expansion of pro-biofuel marketers like Sheetz and Casey’s into Michigan is crucial because retailers are key to making higher blends of biodiesel and ethanol more accessible and convenient for fleets and consumers. Michigan already benefits from strong retail and fuel marketing leaders helping to increase biodiesel availability, including Corrigan Oil, Michigan Fleet Fueling/Pride Stores, Pilot/Flying J, Warner Petroleum, Love’s, Applebee Oil and Propane, Travel Centers of America, Elevator Cooperative, and others. Their investments support cleaner air, domestic agriculture, energy diversity, and decarbonization efforts on land and water across Michigan and the broader Midwest. With increasing national momentum behind renewable fuels and domestic energy production, Michigan is well-positioned for continued growth in biodiesel use. As more retailers, fleets, and consumers recognize the benefits of biofuels, the state has a significant opportunity to strengthen its agricultural economy and transportation sector while improving air quality across the region.

It’s #FuelUpFriday, and biodiesel continues to prove that cleaner fuels can offer genuine environmental benefits beyond just tailpipe emissions. According to the U.S. Department of Energy and USDA, biodiesel produces significantly more energy than is needed to make it, meaning the fuel provides a strong positive energy balance compared to petroleum diesel. In simple terms, biodiesel returns far more energy than it consumes in production and distribution process. Biodiesel also helps cut waste and environmental impacts throughout its lifecycle. Today, biodiesel is produced largely from agricultural products like soybean oil and canola, and wastes like used cooking oil and animal fats—two products that might otherwise end up decomposing and producing methane in landfills. From cleaner air and lower carbon emissions to better resource use and waste reduction, biodiesel keeps showing why it remains a vital part of today’s energy and transportation future.

America’s biobased diesel industry does much more than produce cleaner fuel — it supports jobs, boosts rural economies, creates new markets for U.S. farmers, and drives billions of dollars in economic activity nationwide. According to Clean Fuels Alliance America, the U.S. biobased diesel industry generated $42.4 billion in economic activity in 2024. The industry also supported over 107,400 jobs and contributed $6 billion in wages. These economic benefits go beyond fuel production facilities. The industry sustains jobs across the entire supply chain — including soybean farming, oilseed processing, rendering, transportation, logistics, engineering, equipment manufacturing, and fuel distribution throughout America. Biobased diesel fuels like biodiesel, renewable diesel, and sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) are also helping to drive investment in new soybean crush facilities, feedstock processing infrastructure, and advanced fuel production capacity across the Midwest and the United States. As demand for low-carbon fuels continues to grow, these investments open new opportunities for American agriculture while strengthening U.S. energy security through domestically produced fuels. From farmers and truck drivers to refinery workers and fleet operators, America’s clean fuels industry shows that cleaner air and economic growth can go hand in hand. Learn more: cleanfuels.org/new-study-sho…

Fourth-generation Michigan soybean farmer Zach Schaffner is transitioning equipment at Char-Lin Farms to run on locally produced biodiesel in support of Michigan agriculture and domestic energy production. As part of that effort, MiABC technical director Pete Probst joined Oscar W. Larson Company for a diesel tank cleaning at the farm in Medina yesterday to help ensure the transition gets off on the right foot. Over time, diesel storage tanks can collect sediment, varnish, water contamination, and other deposits from years of use and inconsistent fuel maintenance practices. Because biodiesel is a high-quality fuel with strong natural cleaning properties, it can loosen and remove existing buildup left behind in older systems. While this isn’t always an issue, fleets and farms making the switch might initially experience more frequent fuel filter changes as the system is cleaned. That’s why good tank maintenance, proper housekeeping, and overall fuel quality management remain important regardless of fuel type. Introducing high-quality biodiesel into poorly maintained fuel storage systems or degraded fuel is never ideal — but with proper preparation and fuel management practices, biodiesel can help support cleaner operations, improved lubricity, reduced emissions, and stronger markets for Michigan farmers and fuel producers. Learn more about Zach's biodiesel journey and keep an eye out for additional updates at miadvancedbiofuels.com/2026/…

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