REG increase biodiesel output throughout New York

US-based biofuels producer Renewable Energy Group (REG) has unveiled new biodiesel positions at four New York terminal locations.

Biodiesel distribution points in Whippany, New Jersey, plus New York locations in New Hyde Park, Port Chester and near Brookhaven have been identified as offering quick access for blending biodiesel to augment heating oil and diesel supplies.

‘Gaining access to the largest biodiesel terminal network in New York is part of our strategy to expand into the Northeast market as a reliable biodiesel supplier,’ says REG president and CEO, Daniel Oh.

‘We have biodiesel on-site in New Hyde Park now to allow area distributors and heating oil retailers to increase supply as the New York City biodiesel blend (B2) requirement goes back into effect from December,’ adds VP of sales and marketing Gary Haer.

The B2 requirement first went into effect on 1 October, but was waived as a result of tight fuel supply issues due to superstorm Sandy.