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BIO Testifies to House Agriculture Subcommittee That Farm Bill Energy Programs Are Working
May 18 2012

“Farm Bill energy programs are working and BIO member companies are beginning to put...

BIO Thanks Reps. Pascrell, Bilbray for Policy that Levels the Playing Field for Renewable Chemicals
April 27 2012

BIO thanks Reps. Bill Pascrell (D-N.J.) and Brian Bilbray (R-Calif.) for introducing...

Groups Ask Senators to Authorize DOE Funding for Interagency Project on Military Biofuel
April 27 2012

BIO and some of its partners wrote leaders of the Senate Appropriations Committee asking them...

BIO Applauds Senate Agriculture Committee for Passing Bipartisan Farm Bill
April 27 2012

Programs reauthorized and funded in the Senate Agriculture Committee's ...

BIO Asks House Committee on Ways and Means to Extend Critical Tax Provisions
April 26 2012

The Biotechnology Industry Organization (BIO) today submitted a statement for the record to...

BIO Thanks Senators Lugar, Conrad for Supporting Farm Energy
April 26 2012

BIO today thanked Sens. Richard Lugar (R-Ind.), Kent Conrad (D-N.D.), and nine others...

Coca Cola and Dow Chemical Among Companies to Bring Consumer Focus to 2012 World Congress on Industrial Biotechnology
April 19 2012

Representatives from the Dow Chemical Company, Coca Cola, the National Defense Center for...

Innovative Industrial Biotechnology Companies to Present to Investors, Discuss Investment Trends in Clean Tech at 2012 World Congress on Industrial Biotechnology
April 12 2012

(BIO) announced the industrial biotechnology companies selected to present their technology...

Farm Bill Energy Title Reauthorization Critical for Energy Independence and Continued U.S. Innovation, BIO Says
April 5 2012

BIO joined 100 renewable energy, energy efficiency, farm, ranch, commodity, environmental, and...

Execs From Coca Cola, United Airlines, Goodyear and Chrysler Among Speakers at 2012 World Congress on Industrial Biotechnology
April 5 2012

Executives from brand-name consumer product companies will discuss the strategies for adoption...

The Military’s Commitment to Biofuels Is a National Security Imperative, BIO Says
March 29 2012

Domestic biofuel production is necessary for energy and national security, the Biotechnology...

BIO Announces Novozymes CEO and President Steen Riisgaard as its 2012 George Washington Carver Award Recipient
March 28 2012

BIO has named Steen Riisgaard as the recipient of its 2012 George Washington Carver Award for...

Biofuels Are the Long-Term Solution to Gas Prices; the Renewable Fuel Standard Is Key, BIO Says
March 27 2012

Today, a group of biofuel and renewable energy organizations released a letter to...

BIO’s 9th Annual World Congress Shows Strength of Industrial Biotech and Biofuels in Southeast United States
March 15 2012

We are excited to bring this conference to Orlando to highlight the industry's growth,...

BIO Announces Additional Plenary Speakers for the 2012 World Congress to Address Advanced Biofuels, Renewable Chemicals and Creation of a Biobased Economy
March 8 2012

We are excited to offer this information-packed plenary program at the 2012 World Congress...

BIO Applauds Senator Stabenow’s Proposed Legislation Supporting Creation of a Biobased Economy
March 5 2012

New "Grow It Here, Make It Here" legislation introduced today by Sen. Debbie...

Global Leaders in Advanced Biofuels Industry Urge Congressional Leaders to Extend Critical Tax Provisions
February 29 2012

Member companies of three leading advanced and cellulosic biofuel trade organizations sent a...

Commercialization of Advanced Biofuels to be Key Theme at BIO World Congress on Industrial Biotechnology and Bioprocessing
February 29 2012

Continued commercialization of the industrial biotechnology sector can drive the creation of a...

BIO Applauds Strengthening of the USDA BioPreferred Program
February 21 2012

BIO welcomes...

BIO Applauds Sen. Stabenow’s Grow It Here, Make It Here Initiative
February 21 2012

BIO thanks Sen. Debbie Stabenow (D-Mich.) for announcing policy proposals in Detroit that...

BIO Asks EPA to Reject Retroactive Changes to Renewable Fuel Standard
February 17 2012

BIO submitted a letter to EPA asking that they reject a retroactive reduction of the 2011...

BIO Plenary Speakers for the 2012 World Congress on Industrial Biotechnology and Bioprocessing to Address Advanced Biofuels, Renewable Chemicals and Creation of a Biobased Economy
February 16 2012

Company executives, scientists and government officials will bring a global perspective as...

BIO’s 9th Annual World Congress on Industrial Biotechnology and Bioprocessing in Orlando to Feature Presentations on Advanced Biofuels and Renewable Chemicals
February 9 2012

“We are excited to bring this conference to Orlando to highlight the industry's...

BIO Congratulates ZeaChem, Applauds USDA Loan Guarantee Announcement
January 26 2012

The USDA's loan guarantee program is helping advanced biofuel companies attract necessary...

BIO Thanks USDA, Congratulates Fiberight and Partners on Forward Progress in Commercializing Advanced Biofuels
January 20 2012

Biotech company Novozymes provides technology necessary for progress in...

BIO Supports Extension of Cellulosic Tax Credits, Inclusion of Algae
December 19 2011

Extension of cellulosic biofuel tax credits now and eligibility for algae biofuels are needed...

BIO Asks Senate Committee to Target Tax Credits to Advanced Biofuel and Renewable Chemical Technologies That Will Create Jobs and Economic Growth
December 14 2011

BIO submitted written testimony to the Senate Finance Subcommittee on Energy, Natural...

BIO Commends Advanced Biofuel Producers, Navy for Agreement to Fuel Demonstration of Great Green Fleet
December 5 2011

Achieving energy security is also a national security priority. Advanced biofuel companies...

BioMalaysia/Pacific Rim Summit Plenaries to Address Building Businesses, Attracting Investment in the Bioeconomy
November 16 2011

The 2011 Pacific Rim Summit on Industrial Biotechnology and Bioenergy, to be held Nov. 21-23,...

A Stable Renewable Fuel Standard Is Needed to Meet Biofuel Production Goals, BIO Says
November 2 2011

Advanced biofuels companies continue to make progress in bringing new technology to the fuels...

BIO Applauds Sen. Stabenow’s Bill to Extend Advanced Energy Project Credit to Renewable Chemicals and Biobased Products
November 2 2011

Biobased products and renewable chemicals can contribute to energy security and create new...

Pacific Rim Summit to Highlight U.S.-Asia Partnership Opportunities for Biofuels, Renewable Chemicals
October 19 2011

 The 2011 Pacific Rim Summit will be held in conjunction with the BioMalaysia...

Farm Bill Should Include Energy Programs to Provide Important Market for Agricultural Products, BIO Says
October 5 2011

The Rural Economic Farm and Ranch Sustainability and Hunger (REFRESH) Act of 2011 introduced...

National Academies Report on the Renewable Fuel Standard Highlights Need for Long-Term Policy Stability
October 4 2011

A new report from the National Academies notes the challenges in commercializing advanced and...

Advanced Biofuels for Military Use On a Path to Commercialization, BIO Says
September 30 2011

Advanced biofuels can be commercialized rapidly for military use, through coordination of...

Pacific Rim Summit to Host International Industry, Academic Discussions on Biofuels, Renewable Chemicals
September 29 2011

The 2011 Pacific Rim Summit on Industrial Biotechnology and Bioenergy will bring together...

USDA Research Grants Will Help Develop Next Generation Crops for Advanced Biofuels
September 28 2011

Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack announced five agricultural research project grants aimed at...

Synthetic Biology’s Potential for Commercial Innovation Should Be Supported, BIO Argues
September 1 2011

Research and development in synthetic biology is an evolution of biotechnology innovation that...

BIO Congratulates Member Companies Participating in DOE, USDA Loan Guarantee Programs
August 22 2011

Advanced and cellulosic biofuel producers are continuing to make progress in bringing new...

BIO Applauds USDA, DOE, and Navy Initiative to Partner with Advanced Biofuels for Aviation and Military
August 16 2011

USDA, DOE and the Navy announced an initiative for public-private partnerships to build...

BIO Applauds USDA Announcement of New Biomass Project Areas
July 26 2011

BIO applauded Secretary of Agriculture Tom Vilsack’s announcement of four new BCAP project areas...

2011 BIO International Convention to Highlight Next-Generation of Biofuel Innovation
May 31 2011

BIO 2011 International Convention to feature a series of high-level panels examining...

Department of Defense Can Be a Leader in Deploying Technology for Advanced Biofuels, BIO Says
May 26 2011

BIO thanks Sens. Patty Murray (D-Wash.) and Maria Cantwell (D-Wash.) for introducting the...

BIO and Other Groups Urge Congress To Preserve Renewable Fuel Standard
May 17 2011

BIO today joined the Advanced BioFuel Association, the Renewable Fuel Association, the...

Department of Defense Contracts for Advanced Biofuels Can Spur Technology Deployment, BIO Says
May 11 2011

BIO thanks Rep. Jay Inslee (D-Wash) for introducing the "Domestic Fuel for Enhancing...

BIO Thanks Agriculture Secretary Vilsack, Energy Secretary Chu for Biomass Program and R&D Grants
May 5 2011

BIO thanks Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack and Energy Secretary Steven Chu on the...

Extension of Cellulosic Biofuel Tax Credit Needed to Restart Investment, BIO Says
May 4 2011

Tax incentives that support advanced biofuels, biobased products, and renewable chemicals are...

Extension of Cellulosic Biofuel Tax Credit Needed to Restart Investment, BIO Says
May 4 2011

BIO thanks Sen. Charles Grassley (R-Iowa) for introducing the Domestic Energy Promotion Act of...

Civilian and Military Aviation Biofuels: Companies to Highlight New Technologies and Markets at BIO’s World Congress on Industrial Biotechnology
April 28 2011

During BIO's 8th annual World Congress on Industrial Biotechnology and Bioprocessing,...

Business Executives to Highlight Opportunities for New Product Development from Renewables at BIO’s World Congress
April 21 2011

Corporate leaders will discuss benefits for businesses and consumers through incorporation of...

Renewable Fuel Standard Provides Market Space and Predictable Price for Advanced Biofuels
April 19 2011

The federal Renewable Fuel Standard provides the stable market support and pricing system...

Corporate Leaders to Present Global View on Commercialization of Industrial Biotechnology at BIO’s World Congress
April 14 2011

Business executives, scientists and policy makers will highlight opportunities to...

Congress Must Maintain Commitment to Advanced Biofuels and Renewable Fuel Standard, BIO Says
April 13 2011

According to BIO, the Renewable Fuel Standard provides the market and regulatory certainty...

BIO Welcomes New Professional Staff to the Industrial & Environmental Section
April 6 2011

BIO announces the hires of Sarah Thornton as director of biofuels and biomass policy and...

Innovative Companies to Present to Investors at 2011 World Congress on Industrial Biotechnology and Bioprocessing in Toronto
March 31 2011

BIO announces the industrial biotechnology companies selected to present their technology...

Energy Policy Must Help U.S. Companies Commercialize Innovative Biofuel Technologies
March 30 2011

BIO thanks President Obama and his administration for leadership in supporting the commercial...

Investment Potential Highlighted in Breakout Sessions for 2011 World Congress on Industrial Biotechnology and Bioprocessing in Toronto
March 21 2011

Industry analysts are projecting double digit growth in the biobased product sector, and an...

BIO Announces Plenary Speakers for 2011 World Congress on Industrial Biotechnology and Bioprocessing in Toronto
March 7 2011

Company C-level executives, scientists and government officials from Canada, Europe and the...

BIO’s Brent Erickson Appointed to SynBERC Scientific Advisory Board
February 15 2011

Brent Erickson, executive vice president of the Biotechnology Industry Organization’s (...

BIO Joins California’s Low Carbon Fuel Standard Advisory Panel
February 9 2011

BIO and several of its member companies will offer input on progress and potential adjustments...

America’s Biotechnology Sector – Answering President Obama’s Call For Job Growth and Innovation
January 26 2011

BIO's commends President Obama for highlighting the need to increase our nation...

BIO Says Aggressive New USDA Loan Guarantees for Biorefinery Projects Will Help Industry Overcome Financing Hurdles
January 20 2011

BIO thanks Secretary of Agriculture Tom Vilsack for his leadership on biofuels...

BIO Applauds USDA for Biobased Product Label Launch
January 19 2011

 The BioPreferredSM Certified Biobased Product label...

Registration Opens for 2011 World Congress on Industrial Biotechnology and Bioprocessing
January 13 2011

More than 1,000 high-profile scientists, executives, government officials and investors are...

BIO Applauds EPA Decision to Defer Greenhouse Gas Permitting Requirement for Biomass Energy Facilities
January 13 2011

BIO welcomes the decision by EPA Administrator Lisa Jackson to defer application of CO2...

Media Registration for the 2011 BIO International Convention Now Available Online
January 3 2011

The 2011 BIO International Convention will highlight the latest trends and the newest...

Legislation Could Ensure National Security By Encouraging Development of Domestic Advanced Biofuels
December 20 2010
BIO Congratulates Harry Baumes on Appointment as Director of USDA Office of Energy Policy and New Uses
December 14 2010
BIO Asks Congress to Include Biobased Materials and Renewable Chemicals in Tax Legislation
December 1 2010
Renewable Fuel Standard Rules Demonstrate Need for Continued Commitment to Growth of Domestic Advanced Biofuels
November 30 2010
BIO to Host Synthetic Biology Workshop at 2010 Pacific Rim Summit on Industrial Biotech and Bioenergy
November 24 2010
Biofuels Digest Readers Rank Military Interest, Biobased Product Value Streams as Strongest Drivers for Biofuel Industry in 2011
November 23 2010
BIO Announces Additional Plenary Sessions and Speakers for 2010 Pacific Rim Summit on Industrial Biotech and Bioenergy
November 2 2010
BIO, Other Advanced Biofuels Organizations Ask Administration for Renewed Focus on Next Generation Biofuel Technologies
October 21 2010
BIO Announces Breakout Sessions and Speakers for 2010 Pacific Rim Summit on Industrial Biotech and Bioenergy
October 7 2010
BIO Thanks Senators for Introducing American Security and Freedom Fuels Act of 2010
September 23 2010
Advanced Biofuel Trade Associations Ask President Obama to Unlock DOE Loan Guarantee Program
September 22 2010
Synthetic Biology and its Practical Applications to Be Highlighted at World Congress on Industrial Biotechnology and Bioprocessing
May 24 2010
BIO Asks Congress to Fund GREEN JOB Act
May 18 2010
BIO Issues Call for Paper and Panel Submissions for 2010 Pacific Rim Summit on Industrial Biotech and Bioenergy
May 14 2010
Algae Companies to Discuss Potential for Biofuels, Biobased Products and Chemicals
May 6 2010
BIO Hosts Numerous High-Ranking Public Officials at 2010 BIO International Convention
May 4 2010
New BIO Report Highlights Value of Biotechnology to Individuals and Society
May 4 2010

A new report issued by the Biotechnology Industry Organization underscores how biotechnology...

National Bioscience Report Shows Some Growth Even During Recession
May 3 2010
2010 Leadership Summit to Highlight Role of Biotechnology Innovation in Reducing Climate Change Emissions
April 20 2010

BIO announces the 2010 Leadership Summit: The Role of Biotechnology Innovation in Addressing...

BIO Asks Congress to Support Deployment of Biotech Chemical Platforms to Create Green Jobs
March 11 2010

WASHINGTON, D.C. (Thursday, March 11, 2010) - Federal tax policies should incentivize commercial...

BIO Calls for a Range of Policies to Support Biorefinery Commercialization and Create Green Jobs
March 4 2010
Clean Air and Water, Green Products: Brought to You by Biotechnology
April 20 2009
New Report Shows Advanced Biofuels Industry Can Create Jobs, Economic Growth
February 25 2009

Continuing to build advanced biofuels production capacity can create thousands of new jobs...

BIO Says, DOE Grants Will Jumpstart Commercialization of Ethanol from Cellulose
February 28 2007

BIO thanks the Bush administration for taking dramatic new steps to transform biotech...

Bioscience Industry Fuels Jobs and Growth for States, Industry Study Finds
April 10 2006
Hawaii Summit to Highlight Marine Biotechnology Discoveries, Benefits
January 6 2006
Biotechnology: Old Texas Money Fuels High-Tech "Gushers"
May 13 1997

Letters, Testimony & Comments

Agriculture Energy Coalition Letter to House and Senate Agriculture Committees
April 6 2012
  Dear Senators Stabenow and Roberts and Representatives Lucas and Peterson: The U.S. is experiencing strong growth in the...
EPA Should Deny Petition to Waive Renewable Fuel Standard Obligations
February 16 2012
The Honorable Lisa P. Jackson Administrator Environmental Protection Agency Ariel Rios Building 1200 Pennsylvania Avenue, N.W....
BIO Requests for FY 2012 Energy and Water Appropriations Act
May 17 2011
Dear Chairman Frelinghuysen and Ranking Member Visclosky: On behalf of the Biotechnology Industry Organization (BIO), I am writing to...
Biofuels: Congress Should Maintain Renewable Fuel Standard, BIO and Other Groups Urge (May 17, 2011)
May 17 2011
Dear Chairman Upton, Chairman Boxer, Ranking Member Waxman, and Ranking Member Inhofe: As the leading advocates of the U.S. biofuels...
Biofuels: BIO Opposes New Hampshire's Proposed Ethanol Ban
April 28 2011
Committee on Transportation New Hampshire State Senate Hearing on HB 374, banning corn-based ethanol as an additive to gasoline sold...
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Press Releases

BIO Testifies to House Agriculture Subcommittee That Farm Bill Energy Programs Are Working
May 18 2012
“Farm Bill energy programs are working and BIO member companies are beginning to put steel in the ground,...
BIO Thanks Reps. Pascrell, Bilbray for Policy that Levels the Playing Field for Renewable Chemicals
April 27 2012
Clearing the path for commercialization of homegrown renewable chemical technology can enhance energy security and...
Groups Ask Senators to Authorize DOE Funding for Interagency Project on Military Biofuel
April 27 2012
Energy security is a vital part of national security; we can improve energy security with advanced biofuel production...
BIO Applauds Senate Agriculture Committee for Passing Bipartisan Farm Bill
April 27 2012
The Biotechnology Industry Organization (BIO) thanks members of the Senate Agriculture Committee, in particular...
BIO Asks House Committee on Ways and Means to Extend Critical Tax Provisions
April 26 2012
The Biotechnology Industry Organization (BIO) today submitted a statement for the record to the House Ways and Means...
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