California rules to reduce fuel emissions 10% by 2020

clipped from www.energyefficiencynews.com California’s Air Resources Board (ARB) has adopted Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger’s Low Carbon Fuel Standard, which calls for a 10% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions from fuels by 2020. The legislation is aimed at increasing the use of alternative fuels and drastically cutting emissions. “The drive to force the market toward greater use of alternative fuels will be a boon to the state’s economy and public health - it reduces air pollution, creates new jobs and continues California’s leadership in the fight against global warming,” commented ARB chairman Mary D. Nichols. The ARB estimates that 1.5 billion gallons of biofuel will be required to meet demand, which will drive the expansion of biofuel facilities in the state. Under the regulation, biofuel producers, refiners, importers and blenders will have to meet an average standard of ‘carbon intensity’ that will become progressively tighter.