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Biofuels supporters called for increased cellulosic ethanol and biodiesel requirements in the RFS during an EPA hearing today in Washington.

Bob Dinneen of the Renewable Fuels Association testified that many ethanol plants are in the process of adding bolt-on fiber conversion technology to their existing facilities. He said that could dramatically increase cellulosic ethanol production next year.

“We understand the agency’s dilemma in establishing an appropriate RVO for cellulosic ethanol, but we truly believe the agency has erred on the side of pessimism with regard to the potential for significant growth in cellulosic ethanol commercialization,” Dinneen told EPA.

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