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Written by Sabrina Deparine
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Monday, 18 October 2010 11:11 |
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Last October 13, the United States Environmental Agency (EPA) has released a statement, allowing all gas stations in the country to mix higher volumes of ethanol on the gasoline that they sell. From a 10% ethanol volume, gas stations can now sell E-15 gasoline which, as the nomenclature implies, has 15% ethanol. However, they can only sell this to those with vehicle models 2007 and above.
According to Lisa Jackson, EPA Administrator, the agency came up with this decision after the Department of Energy has concluded that a 15% ethanol gasoline mixture has better longevity and lower greenhouse gas emissions. Tests also show that the E-15 does not have any negative impact on the car’s emission control equipment.
The rollout of E-15 in the U.S. market can contribute to the country’s efforts to meet its emission reduction targets as well as wean its dependence on petroleum products.
EPA is also currently proposing measures that will help motorists and car owners identify which type of fuel would be appropriate for their vehicle. Gasoline stations and retailers, on the other hand, will be surveyed and inspected quarterly to make sure that their gas pumps are properly labeled. EPA is still in close coordination with the DOE. They are now testing the feasibility of using E-15 on car models ranging from 2001 to 2006. Results are expected to be released in November.
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