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BIO Welcomes EPA Final Rule on New Advanced and Cellulosic Biofuels
February 26 2013

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency issued long-awaited approval for advanced and...

BIO World Congress to Address Industrial Biotech’s Role in Building a Biobased Economy
February 21 2013

The Biotechnology Industry Organization (BIO) announced its plenary session program for the...

BIO President & CEO Greenwood Restates Call to Arms for Renewable Fuels
February 6 2013

 Contrary to the assertions of the oil refiners, advanced biofuels are now a reality, BIO...

Nominations Open for the BIO George Washington Carver Award for Innovation in Industrial Biotech
February 6 2013

BIO announced that it is accepting nominations for the annual George Washington Carver Award...

BIO Welcomes 2013 Renewable Fuel Standard Rules
January 31 2013

2013 is a pivotal year for cellulosic and advanced biofuels. The Renewable Fuel Standard must...

San Diego Selected as Venue for BIO’s 2013 Pacific Rim Summit
January 25 2013

Today the Biotechnology Industry Organization (BIO) announced the 2013 Pacific Rim Summit on...

Extension of Second-Generation Biofuel Tax Credits Supports Innovation and Economic Growth, BIO Says
January 2 2013

The American Taxpayer Relief Act of 2012 extends for 2013 the $1.01 per gallon Second...

BIO Thanks Congressmen and Senators for Clearing a Path for Military Biofuel Producers
December 19 2012

Members of the House and Senate Armed Services Committees finalized the National Defense...

BIO Opens Registration for 10th Annual World Congress on Industrial Biotechnology and Bioprocessing in Montreal
December 17 2012

Today the Biotechnology Industry Organization (BIO) announced registration and housing are now...

Military Biofuel Supporters Thanks Senators for Amendment to National Defense Authorization Act
November 29 2012

A coalition of organizations representing farmers, the advanced biofuels industry, fuel...

BIO Applauds EPA Response to RFS Waiver Requests
November 16 2012

The Environmental Protection Agency’s logic-based decision to uphold the Renewable Fuel...

BIO President Greenwood Issues Call to Arms to Renewable Energy Community
October 18 2012

"Our children’s future rests upon our ability to shift as fast as possible to...

BIO Strongly Opposes RFS Waiver Requests in Comments to EPA
October 9 2012

Any waiver of the RFS would have little to no effect on corn prices, but would certainly harm...

BIO Pacific Rim Summit to Showcase Role of Biomass in Building Biobased Economy
October 3 2012

The Biotechnology Industry Organization’s (BIO) 2012 Pacific Rim Summit on Industrial...

Renewable Fuel Stakeholders Launch National Campaign
September 26 2012

A large coalition of advanced and traditional renewable fuel stakeholders today joined forces...

BIO Pacific Rim Summit Highlights Strength of Industrial Biotech in Canada
September 24 2012

The Biotechnology Industry Organization’s (BIO) 2012 Pacific Rim Summit on Industrial...

BIO Issues Call for Papers and Panel Submissions for 2013 World Congress on Industrial Biotechnology and Bioprocessing
September 12 2012

The Biotechnology Industry Organization (BIO) invites leaders from the biotechnology, chemical...

BIO Pacific Rim Summit to Address Algae’s Role in Replacing Fossil Fuels
September 10 2012

The 2012 Pacific Rim Summit on Industrial Biotechnology and Bioenergy will feature two...

BIO Thanks Romney, Ryan for Supporting Energy Security and Standing Firm on the Renewable Fuel Standard
August 24 2012

BIO thanked Gov. Mitt Romney for his stated intention to “support increased market...

BIO Pacific Rim Summit to Address Commercialization and Capital in Industrial Biotechnology
August 22 2012

The Summit will bring together industry leaders, university researchers and venture...

BIO Urges EPA to Fully Consider Impacts of Renewable Fuel Standard Waiver Requests
August 16 2012

The Renewable Fuel Standard provides the fundamental foundation driving private investment in...

BIO: RFS is the Pathway to Energy Security Today and In the Future
August 10 2012

The Renewable Fuel Standard (FRS) sets a path for U.S. energy security, reduced reliance on...

BIO Pacific Rim Summit to Address Innovation and Future of Advanced Biofuels and Biorefinery Development, Renewable Chemicals, Biomass Utilization, and Synthetic Biology
August 7 2012

The Biotechnology Industry Organization (BIO) today announced more than 100 speakers covering...

BIO Urges EPA and Congress to Stay the Course on the Renewable Fuel Standard
August 3 2012

Waiving the federal Renewable Fuel Standard even for one year will produce instability in the...

BIO Thanks Sens. Baucus, Hatch, Senate Finance Committee for Extending Tax Policy That Drives Innovation
August 2 2012

The Biotechnology Industry Organization (BIO) today thanked Sens. Max Baucus (D-Mont.) and...

BIO Applauds U.S. Navy’s Great Green Fleet Debut
July 19 2012

The Biotechnology Industry Organization (BIO) applauds the U.S. Navy’s operational debut...

BIO Applauds DoD’s Announced Advanced Drop-In Biofuel Production Project
July 2 2012

BIO applauds the Department of Defense’s announced public-private partnership...

BIO Joins Group of Organizations Asking Congress to Ensure Policy Stability for Advanced Biofuels
June 12 2012

BIO co-signed a letter to leaders of the House and Senate with eight other biofuel trade...

Groups Ask Senate to Reconsider NDAA Amendments Blocking Military Use of Alternative Energy
May 24 2012

BIO and a number of other organizations expressed disappointment that the Senate Armed...

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...

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 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...

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,...

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 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 Applauds Congress for Supporting Commercialization of Advanced Biofuels for Military Use
December 15 2011

Biotechnology companies researching and developing advanced biofuels can help diversify the...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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 Invites Nominations for the 2011 George Washington Carver Award for Innovation in Industrial Biotechnology
February 28 2011

The fourth annual ...

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
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...

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...

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...

Letters, Testimony & Comments

BIO Testimony Regarding Florida Renewable Fuel Standard Act
February 19 2013
  Testimony of the Biotechnology Industry Organization (BIO) Hearing of the House Energy & Utilities Subcommittee...
BIO and Other Industry Organizations Urge Congressional Leadership to Oppose any Waiver of RFS Requirements
October 18 2012
October 18, 2012 Dear Majority Leader Reid and Speaker Boehner and Minority Leaders McConnell and Pelosi, The drought impacting...
The Renewable Fuels Standard: A Successful Federal Policy that Must Be Defended
October 17 2012
A keynote Address by James C. Greenwood, President & CEO of BIO, to RETECH 2012 in Washington, DC on October 18, 2012. When Admiral...
Biofuels Producers Coordinating Council Asks President Obama to Stay the Course on RFS
August 27 2012
Dear Mr. President, The drought impacting the United States has already caused millions of dollars in economic damages to rural America...
BIO Testimony to House Agriculture Subcommittee on Farm Bill Energy Programs
May 21 2012
Testimony of the Honorable James C. Greenwood President and CEO, Biotechnology Industry Organization Subcommittee on Conservation,...
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Press Releases

BIO Welcomes EPA Final Rule on New Advanced and Cellulosic Biofuels
February 26 2013
On Friday, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency issued long-awaited approval for new feedstocks and biofuel...
BIO World Congress to Address Industrial Biotech’s Role in Building a Biobased Economy
February 21 2013
BIO announces plenary session program for 2013 World Congress   The Biotechnology Industry Organization (BIO...
BIO President & CEO Greenwood Restates Call to Arms for Renewable Fuels
February 6 2013
Contrary to the assertions of the oil refiners, advanced biofuels are now a reality, BIO President & CEO Jim...
Nominations Open for the BIO George Washington Carver Award for Innovation in Industrial Biotech
February 6 2013
The Biotechnology Industry Organization (BIO) announced that it is accepting nominations for the annual George...
BIO Welcomes 2013 Renewable Fuel Standard Rules
January 31 2013
The Renewable Fuel Standard continues to ensure that the U.S. fuel market will be open to advanced and cellulosic...
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