The Manitoba government has introduced new biofuel legislation as way to increase biodiesel market development and ensure quality.
“We are excited about the potential the biofuels industry holds for Manitoba,” said science, technology, energy and mines minister Jim Rondeau.
“This new legislation will provide the framework to ensure real and sustained growth of the ethanol and biodiesel industries for years to come.”
The proposed Biofuels Amendment Act would require that all biodiesel produced for sale in Manitoba meet or exceed stringent fuel quality standards. As well, all biodiesel producers would need to obtain a licence to produce biodiesel in Manitoba.
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“We want to take all measures possible to ensure that biodiesel sold in Manitoba meets the highest of fuel specifications,” Rondeau said.
“These measures will protect both industry and consumers.”
Rondeau said the proposed legislation would also position the province to implement a mandate for biodiesel in the future.
“We will continue to work closely with industry stakeholders as we continue to develop biofuels in a sustainable way that preserves the integrity of the industry.”
The legislation would also harmonize the ethanol program with other Canadian jurisdictions.Â
“When we first proposed an ethanol requirement back in 2003, there was very little provincial or federal policy in place,” Rondeau said.
“Two other provinces have mandated ethanol and we want to ensure our policy framework makes the distribution system as efficient as possible.”
