future of alternative fuels in wi showcase - wisconsin bio industry alliance presentation
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Gustavo Lopez Villanueva, Wisconsin Bio Industry Alliance, presented information on the next steps for fleets using Ethanol in Wisconsin for our Future of Alternative Fuels in WI Showcase.TRANSCRIPT
E15 in Wisconsin:Fleet OptionsGustavo Lopez, Communications Director WBIA
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The Wisconsin Bio Industry Alliance
The Wisconsin Bio Industry Alliance is a nonprofit corporation that supports the development of bio based renewable energy, power, and products.
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Ethanol in WisconsinWisconsin is the 9th largest producer in the US with 500 million gallons of production capacity, most of which is made from corn.
There are 9 ethanol production facilities throughout central and southern Wisconsin, each producing between 40-100 million gallons a year.
Ethanol in WisconsinThe economic impact
$4.2B of total economic output annually.
$274 million to the local GDP
Boosted household incomes of $49 million.
19,080 jobs and generates $982.6M in wages annually
$123.2 million in Wisconsin taxes in 2013.
What is E15?
E15 is a blended fuel, 85% gasoline and 15% ethanol.
Approved by the EPA for light duty vehicles model year 2001 and newer, and all flex-fuel vehicles (FFVs).
It is illegal to use in vehicles older than 2001, small engines, boats and motorcycles.
75% of the cars, trucks and SUVs on the road today
more than 85% of the unleaded fuel sold in America
E15 – Barriers to MarketIn Wisconsin:4.4 million registered automobiles are able to use E10 gasoline, which is offered at nearly all of the state’s 3500 retail gas stations.
170,000 flexible fuel vehicles (FFVs) registered in Wisconsin
100 service stations all across the state offering E85.
Where is it available?MonroePlattevilleBeaver DamBaraboo x2HustisfordIron Ridge
PickettPoynetteReedsburgWatertownWyocena
South Dakota
March of 2014 – Governor Dennis Daugaard
Flex fuel vehicles make up over 58 percent of the fleet or 1,950 vehicles.
Results?
$40 x 1,950 vehicles = $78,000 savings a month
Fleet Options in WisconsinE85 vs E15
Federally-regulated fleet - 50 vehiclesRequired to own FFVs and use E85.
E15 usage within fleets: Fueling at local stations with an agreement from pump owner
Questions?
920-254-0657
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