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Introducing “Renewable Revolution”

A new monthly column brought to you by the American Energy Coalition and NEFI
A new monthly column brought to you by the American Energy Coalition and NEFI The oil heat industry came together on September 16, 2019 to adopt the Providence Resolution during… https://oilandenergyonline.com/articles/all/introducing-renewable-revolution/

NEFI Partners with Advanced Biofuels Association

Associations working in support of heating oil’s industry’s net-zero by 2050 pledge
Associations working in support of heating oil’s industry’s net-zero by 2050 pledge America’s Main Street liquid heating fuel retailers are partnering with advanced biofuel… https://oilandenergyonline.com/articles/all/nefi-partners-advanced-biofuels-association/

Industry Survival Census

NEFI quantifying economic impact of renewable liquid heating fuels
NEFI quantifying economic impact of renewable liquid heating fuels NEFI is committed to fighting for a vibrant and thriving renewable liquid heating fuel industry for future… https://oilandenergyonline.com/articles/all/industry-survival-census/

The TCI-P Is the Wrong Plan at the Wrong Time

There are better climate solutions than an arbitrary cap-and-spend program
There are better climate solutions than an arbitrary cap-and-spend program Mandate emission reductions by any means necessary, arbitrarily reinvest the money, and make consumers… https://oilandenergyonline.com/articles/all/tci-p-wrong-plan-wrong-time/

NEFI Publishes Updated COVID-19 Resources

Recommended best practices and regulatory updates for the liquid heating fuel industry
Recommended best practices and regulatory updates for the liquid heating fuel industry On the following pages is a list of recommended best practices and regulatory updates as… https://oilandenergyonline.com/articles/all/nefi-publishes-updated-covid-19-resources/

Industry Priorities Under a New President & Congress

The new federal landscape and what it means for the heating industry
The 2020 election is now behind us — well, sort of. As this issue of Oil & Energy went to press, President Trump had not yet conceded, and control of the United States Senate was… https://oilandenergyonline.com/articles/all/industry-priorities-under-new-president-congress/

The Road to Net-Zero Continues

World-renowned energy analysts affirm viability of Providence Resolution
World-renowned energy analysts affirm viability of Providence Resolution “We started this project tasked with answering the question around the Providence Resolution:… https://oilandenergyonline.com/articles/all/road-net-zero-continues/

2020 Federal Election Outlook

A final preview of the upcoming election and possible implications for the heating fuels industry
A final preview of the upcoming election and possible implications for the heating fuels industry In his acceptance speech for the 2020 Republican Nomination, President Donald… https://oilandenergyonline.com/articles/all/2020-federal-election-outlook/

Heating Fuel Industry Stops an Immediate, Dire Threat

Massachusetts regulators unanimously rejected a building code amendment that would’ve banned heating oil and propane hookups in all newly built or renovated homes statewide
Massachusetts regulators unanimously rejected a building code amendment that would’ve banned heating oil and propane hookups in all newly built or renovated homes statewide The… https://oilandenergyonline.com/articles/all/heating-fuel-industry-stops-immediate-dire-threat/

New Trucking Rules Help Fleet Managers

It’s been a busy six months for transportation regulators
It’s been a busy six months for transportation regulators New regulations and programs from the federal government will help truck fleet managers do their jobs, by providing… https://oilandenergyonline.com/articles/all/new-trucking-rules-help-fleet-managers/

Recommended Practices

NEFI’s Recommended Business Practices for Heating Fuel Dealers During the Coronavirus Pandemic
NEFI’s Recommended Business Practices for Heating Fuel Dealers During the Coronavirus Pandemic Click here to download NEFI’s Recommended Business Practices guide. NEFI’s… https://oilandenergyonline.com/articles/all/recommended-practices/

Heating Industry Biodiesel Conference

Coalition of Northeast associations and businesses honored at national event
The NEFI team was in Tampa, Florida from January 20-23 for the 2020 National Biodiesel Conference & Expo. The event is organized annually by the National Biodiesel Board (NBB). It… https://oilandenergyonline.com/articles/all/heating-fuel-industry-participates-biodiesel-conference/

NextGen Initiative Planning Session

Young energy leaders to gather in Framingham, MA
NextGen, a NEFI initiative aimed at connecting and inspiring young energy industry professionals, has rescheduled its Leadership Planning Session from December 2019 to April 7,… https://oilandenergyonline.com/articles/all/nextgen-initiative-planning-session/

RFS in Distress

Industry calls for increased biofuel volumes and significant reforms to waiver process
Last month, the National Biodiesel Board submitted comments on the Environmental Protection Agency’s annual proposed Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS) rule. NBB argued that EPA must… https://oilandenergyonline.com/articles/all/rfs-distress/

HEAT Show Brings Nearly 1,500 to Providence

History is made as fuel dealers band together for momentous event
More than 1,450 heating and energy professionals came to the Rhode Island Convention Center in Providence for the first ever Heating & Energizing America Trade Show (HEAT Show).… https://oilandenergyonline.com/articles/all/heat-show-brings-nearly-1500-providence/

Legends of Oilheat Celebrates Family Businesses

Multigenerational families honored from seven Northeast states
There was a beautiful sunset over the city of Providence, RI, on the evening of Tuesday, September 17. And the sold-out crowd in attendance at the NEFI Legends of Oilheat Awards… https://oilandenergyonline.com/articles/all/legends-oilheat-celebrates-family-businesses/

Policy Pressures Rising

More climate measures introduced in House & Senate
At a hearing titled “Building America’s Clean Future: Pathways to Decarbonize the Economy,” Democratic leaders of the Energy & Commerce Committee said they would work to achieve… https://oilandenergyonline.com/articles/all/policy-pressures-rising/

The HEAT Is On

Oil & Energy goes behind-the-scenes for a special preview of the 2019 HEAT Show coming September 15-18 to the Rhode Island Convention Center in Providence
The schedule is set. The keynote speaker is booked. Postcard invites are in the mail. Signage is in production. What exhibitor spaces, sponsorship spots, and hotel room blocks… https://oilandenergyonline.com/articles/all/heat/

Industry Strongly Criticizes EPA Biofuel Proposal

The EPA has released its proposed biofuel volume requirements under the RFS
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has released its proposed volume requirements under the Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS) program for cellulosic biofuel, advanced… https://oilandenergyonline.com/articles/all/industry-strongly-criticizes-epa-biofuel-proposal/

Renewing Our Commitment

NEFI hosts important discussions, passes historic resolution at annual meeting
It’s often said that if you’re not at the table, you’re on the menu. The table is being set in local communities, state legislatures, and regulatory agencies across the… https://oilandenergyonline.com/articles/all/renewing-our-commitment/