Queensland: State Government Announces Ethanol Expansion Plans
Queensland’s state government plans to expand the state’s renewable energy industry, focusing on biodiesel and ethanol. Energy Minister Mark Bailey said the renewable fuels boosted Queensland’s economy and brought environmental benefi
Queensland’s state government plans to expand the state’s renewable energy industry, focusing on biodiesel and ethanol.
Energy Minister Mark Bailey said the renewable fuels boosted Queensland’s economy and brought environmental benefits over fossil fuels.
Queensland’s peak motoring group, the RACQ, supported the move, saying motorists were slowly embracing the use of E10 ethanol-blended fuels.
RACQ’s Michael Roth said E10 already account for around 10 percent of fuel purchases in Queensland.
“Motorists have become more comfortable in recent years with using ethanol-blended fuels, with E10 widely available in south east Queensland,” Mr Roth said.
“Previous governments have sought to introduce an ethanol mandate, but we agree that it’s time for further discussion on the issue.”
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