Energy Independence and Security Act of 2007
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The Energy Independence and Security Act of 2007 is a United States law adopted in December 2007 that calls for significant increases in production of bioethanol. The law also calls for increases in vehicle fuel efficiency, energy efficiency and other measures.
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Renewable Fuel Mandate
The following summary is from "Key Provisions of Energy Bill Passed by US House" by CNBC.
- "Expands mandate for U.S.-grown biofuels, such as ethanol, to 36 billion gallons in 2022, versus current levels near 6.5 billion gallons.
- "Near-term usage requirement goes to 9 billion gallons in 2008 and 15.2 billion gallons in 2011."
- "Caps ethanol supply from corn at 15 billion gallons; the rest must come from non-food 'cellulosic' sources, such as switchgrass and wood chips.
- "Bans companies from restricting installation of ethanol pumps as part of franchise agreements."
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