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GAO Report Concludes Industry and Government Face Significant Challenges in Meeting RFS Target While Minimizing Unintended Adverse Effects; Suggests Federal Research Give Priority to Non-Ethanol Biofuels

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The report also noted that the storage and use of certain ethanol blends may pose other environmental problems, such as leaks in underground storage tanks and increased emissions of certain air pollutants. Federal tax credits, the RFS, and the ethanol tariff have primarily supported conventional corn starch ethanol.

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National Research Council report finds it unlikely the US will meet cellulosic biofuel mandates absent major innovation or a change in policies

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As of 2010, biofuel production was contingent on subsidies, tax credits, the import tariff, loan guarantees, RFS2, and similar policies. Moreover, nutritional and other income assistance programs are often adjusted for changes in the general price level.

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Expert panel report finds achieving 1M plug-in vehicles in US by 2015 would require concentrated action to overcome barriers

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However, consumer demand for PEVs is quite uncertain and, barring another global spike in oil prices, may be limited to a minor percentage of new vehicle purchasers (e.g., Policy Instruments. Recent public policies in the United States and other countries have improved the prospects for initial commercialization of PEVs.

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Honda May Develop Plug-In as Obama Alters U.S. Policy (Update2) - Bloomberg.com

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Tax Credits Instead, Obama backed tax credits of as much as $7,500 inthe stimulus package approved in February for buyers of plug-incars. Oil prices are going to go up. millionthis year from $211.9 million, according to the EnergyDepartment Web site.

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Nissan’s Big Gamble

Revenge of the Electric Car

The best thing about the Nissan is the expected price range of $25K- $34K. This is before the $7,500 federal tax credit. Perhaps he knows how good it feels to drive a quiet, powerful car that doesn’t pollute. Pricing isn’t set. Oil vs. electrons. One that only uses domestic energy.

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Bill aims to boost natural gas vehicles

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The bill, which was sponsored by Democratic Senator Robert Menendez, will extend tax credits for 10 years on buying vehicles that run on natural gas as well as installing natural gas refuelling stations. It is expected that the bill will also provide grants for the development of light- and heavy-duty natural gas engines.

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