CT Biodiesel applies for permits for 50 Mgy plant; first in Connecticut

In Connecticut, CT Biodiesel has applied for zoning permits for a 50 Mgy canola and soy-based biodiesel plant in Suffield, the first commercial-scale facility in Connecticut. Under its proposal, the company would provide 35,000 gallons of biodiesel free to Suffield.

Connecticut has been attempting to catch up on biofuels development. Last month, CT Biodiesel presented plans for its 50 Mgy biodiesel plant proposed for Suffield. In Connecticut, the Center for Advanced Technology has launched a Small Business Incubator Program for biofuels and will offer up to $5 million in grants to biodiesel producers for equipment, storage and distribution. The incentives will include 30 cents a gallon for the first 5 million gallons produced, 20 cents a gallon for the next 5 million gallons, and 10 cents a gallon for the next 5 million gallons.

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