CHICAGO, May 23, 2012 -- The Chicago Department of Aviation (CDA) is pleased to join United Airlines, Boeing, Honeywell's UOP and the Clean Energy Trust today in announcing the formation of the Midwest Aviation Sustainable Biofuels Initiative (MASBI),  which will promote the development of and use of more environmentally friendly advanced biofuels in aviation. Read the full press release here.

 

The MASBI is designed to advance aviation biofuel development in a 12-state region holding significant promise for biomass feedstock, technology development, job creation and sustainable commercialization. The MASBI will deliver a comprehensive evaluation of the region's biofuel potential and a plan to support regional and national needs in a responsible manner.

 

"The Midwest is ready to lead the nation in developing and using advanced aviation biofuels," said Rosemarie S. Andolino, Commissioner of the Chicago Department of Aviation. "Our region has significant feedstock availability and viability; clean technology leaders; an active funding community of large banks, venture capital and private equity investors; airports that are already committed to sustainable practices and support the greater use of biofuels in aviation; policymakers who advance biofuels as a priority; and end-users committed to action."

 

For more information on MASBI, visit the web site.