SunPower Biodiesel starts production at Wisconsin plant

In Cumberland, Wisconsin, US, SunPower Biodiesel has started producing biodiesel at its new facility.

The plant will convert locally grown canola into the biofuel.

A ribbon cutting ceremony, tours of the facility and a biodiesel workshop marked the opening.

'SunPower is very unique in our region,' says Laura Richard, Wisconsin Clean Cities, Southeast Area. 'It's a full circle. The canola is grown here in Wisconsin, the oil is processed into biodiesel and they sell it right back to fuel users. They have a huge positive impact on their community and the state of Wisconsin.'

The project received funding from the Wisconsin Clean Transportation Program (WCTP), which helped with purchasing equipment and operating capital.