County gives OK to 55 Mgy Cilion Ethanol plant in California

March 26, 2008

In California, Kern County Supervisors approved the 55 Mgy Cilion corn ethanol plant proposed for Famoso. Groundwater usage and wastewater concerns had been considered in the environmental report on the plant, but ultimately the county board voted 4-1 in favor of the plant.

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Written by Jim Lane · Filed Under Producer News