The United States Environmental Protection Agency has approved applications for registration of E-15, gasoline containing up to 15 percent ethanol.

Ethanol, a renewable fuel that can be mixed with gasoline, has been blended into the fuel for over 30 years. But the law limited it to 10 percent by volume for use in gasoline-fueled vehicles.

After a series of vehicle testing by the Department of Energy and other organizations, the E.P.A. has issued two partial waivers raising the allowable ethanol volume to 15 percent for use in model year 2001 and newer cars and light trucks.

As required by law, registration is a prerequisite to introducing E-15 into the marketplace. Before it can be sold, manufacturers must take additional measures to help ensure retail stations and other gasoline distributors understand and implement labeling rules and other E-15-related requirements.

E-15 is not permitted for use in motor vehicles built prior to 2001 model year and in off-road vehicles and equipment such as boats and lawn and garden tools. Gas pumps dispensing E-15 will be clearly labeled so consumers can make the right choice.

Produced from plant products or wastes instead of fossil fuels, ethanol is considered a renewable fuel. It is blended with gasoline for use in most areas across the country.

To enable E-15's widespread use, the Obama Administration has set a goal to help fueling station owners install 10,000 blender pumps (where consumers select the desired blend of gasoline and ethanol) over the next five years.

In addition, the Energy Department and the Department of Agriculture have provided grants, loans and loan guarantees for the future of biofuels, both through the Recovery Act and the 2008 Farm Bill. – EcoSeed Staff

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