Washington, D.C. - Congressman Dave Loebsack announced today that three advanced biofuel producers in Clinton, Washington and Newton have received a total of $661,555 from the US Department of Agriculture's (USDA) Advanced Biofuel Payment Program. The funds, which were established in the 2008 farm bill, will be used to support the production advanced biofuels from sources other than corn kernel starch. Specifics of the grants are below.
"Iowa is a leader in creating homegrown, clean energy sources like advanced biofuels and this investment will help strengthen that tradition," said Loebsack. "Small businesses are the back bone of Iowa's economy. I am proud that this investment in Iowa businesses will help create jobs and grow the economy."
Clinton County Bio Energy, LLC (Clinton) - $16,365
Iowa Renewable Energy, LLC (Washington) - $50,897
Renewable Energy Group, INC (based in Ames with a plant in Newton) - $594,293
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