| Oklahoma Chambers of Commerce and Economic Development Organizations |
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Ada Jobs Foundation
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Alva Area Chamber of Commerce
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Ardmore Chamber of Commerce & Development Authority
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Bartlesville Area Chamber of Commerce
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Bixby Chamber of Commerce
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Blackwell Industrial Authority
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Bristow Chamber of Commerce
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Broken Bow Chamber of Commerce
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Chickasha Chamber of Commerce
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Claremore Industrial & Economic Development Authority
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Clinton Chamber of Commerce
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Cushing Economic Development Council
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Davis Chamber of Commerce
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Duncan Area Economic Development Foundation
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Duncan Chamber of Commerce & Industry
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Durant Area Chamber of Commerce
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Edmond Economic Development Authority
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Enid/Garfield County Development Alliance Inc.
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Frederick Chamber of Commerce and Industry
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Greater Muskogee Development Corporation
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Greater Oklahoma City Chamber of Commerce
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Henryetta Chamber of Commerce
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Jenks Chamber of Commerce
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Lawton/Ft. Sill Chamber of Commerce & Industry
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McAlester Economic Development Services Inc.
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Miami Area Economic Development Service, Inc.
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Midwest City Chamber of Commerce
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Norman Economic Development Coalition, Inc.
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Northwest Oklahoma Alliance
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Okemah Chamber of Commerce
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Oklahoma Center for Rural Development
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Oklahoma Economic Development Council
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Oklahoma Southeast
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Panhandle Regional Economic Development Coalition Inc.
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Pauls Valley Chamber of Commerce
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Ponca City Development Authority
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Rogers County Industrial Development Authority
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Rural Enterprises Inc.
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Sapulpa Chamber of Commerce
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Sayre Chamber of Commerce
E-mail Contact: sayrechamber@att.net. |
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Shawnee Economic Development Foundation
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Stillwater Chamber of Commerce
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The State Chamber
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Tulsa Area Partnership
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Tulsa Metro Chamber
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Vinita Area Chamber of Commerce
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Wilburton-Kiamichi Economic Development
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Woodward Industrial Foundation
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Yukon Chamber of Commerce
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| Rural Economic Development |
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Oklahoma Agritourism
All the news, services, and resources you need to turn that fallow field into a tourist attraction. |
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Oklahoma Economic Development Directory
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Oklahoma Rural Development Council
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Oklahoma U.S. Department of Agriculture Office of Rural Development (USDA-RD)
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OSU Rural Development: Community Development Assistance for Quality Rural Life
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Rural Enterprises of Oklahoma, Inc.
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The Northeast Regional Center for Rural Development
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Western Rural Development Center
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| Other Useful Links |
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American Indian Chamber of Commerce of Oklahoma
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Ardmore Development Authority
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Claremore Convention & Visitors Center
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DataPlace
Program coordinators and grant writers who want to convey their communities' needs with solid facts and visual impact can use this online, interactive resource. |
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Economic Development Administration (EDA)
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Economic Development and Smart Growth
8 case studies on the connections between smart growth development and jobs, wealth and quality of life in communities. From the International Economic Development Council. |
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EDPro Weblog
A blog about building communities for tomorrow's economy. |
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Government Benefits Tool
This is the official benefits website of the federal government. It provides a one-stop source for connecting to government assistance programs. |
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Housting Assiance Council Publications
The HAC's publications list includes case studies, manuals, publications, data analyses, and more. |
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National Association for State Community Services Programs (NASCSP)
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National Community Action Foundation
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National Main Street Center
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Native American Cultural & Educational Authority
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Oklahoma Chamber of Commerce Executives
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Oklahoma Community Institute
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Oklahoma Cooperative Extension Service
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Oklahoma Department of Transportation
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Oklahoma Municipal League
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Oklahoma Water Resources Board
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Panhandle Regional Economic Development Coalition Inc.
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Ready.Gov
Find out what to include in a family disaster kit, how to make a family communication plan, and how to protect and care for your pets during a disaster. |
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Revitalizing Southeastern Communities: A Brownfields Toolkit
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Rural Enterprises of Oklahoma, Inc. (REI)
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Storymap: A Toolkit for Evaluating Community Development
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Toolkit for Affordable Housing Development
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Tulsa Global Alliance
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U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
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U.S. Department of Housing & Urban Development - 2003 Income Limits
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U.S. Department of Housing & Urban Development - Community Planning & Development
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U.S. Department of Housing & Urban Development - Homeless Assistance
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U.S. Department of Housing & Urban Development - Lead Based Paint
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| Energy & Conservation Resources |
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18Seconds.Org
Tracks and encourages the use of ENERGY STAR Compact Fluorescent (CFL) lightbulbs to conserve energy and lower electricity bills. |
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California Straw Building Association
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Database of State Incentives for Renewable Energy (DSIRE)
Provides information on federal and state incentives to encourage the development of renewable energy. |
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DOE Loan Guarantee Program
The DOE May 10 issued a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NOPR) for its Loan Guarantee program to spur investment in projects that employ new, clean energy technologies. Once the NOPR is finalized, new applications will be accepted. |
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EERE - Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy Network
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Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy Opportunities for Local and Tribal Governments
Part of the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009. This guide provides a summary of key funding opportunities for energy efficiency and renewable energy opporunties for tribal and local governments. |
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Energy Hog
Sponsored by the Alliance to Save Energy, this site provides a wealth of practical information for lowering energy bills. |
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Energy Information Administration
Provides policy-neutral data, forecasts, and analyses to promote sound policy making, efficient markets, and public understanding regarding energy and its interaction with the economy and the environment |
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Energy Information Administration (EIA)
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Energy Star Program
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Energy Star: Take the Lightbulb Challenge
Saving energy and money is as easy as changing out old lightbulbs with those sporting the Energy Star label. |
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Getaroundok.com
A carpool matching program helping citizens of Central Oklahoma get to know each other better while saving gas, time and money! |
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Green Traveler
Provides green travel information for the Tulsa area including: bus rides, bike trails, etc... |
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Home Energy Magazine
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National Renewable Energy Laboratory
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Oak Ridge National Laboratory
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Oklahoma Renewable Energy Council
A coalition of individuals, companies, organizations, and agencies to promote development of the state's renewable energy resources. |
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Registry of Straw Bale Homes
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Solar Powering Your Community Guide
A guide providing information on solar energy for communities. |
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State and Local Guide to U.S. EPA Climate and Energy Program Resources
Highlights EPA programs that can be used to develop clean energy initiatives using funds from the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009. |
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State Energy Advisory Board
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Straw Bale House in Southeast Oklahoma
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Tax Incentives Assistance Project
Provides comprehensive information on tax incentives available with the Energy Policy Act of 2005. |
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U.S. Department of Energy
A valuable resource for companies seeking grants for R&D in topics not directly related to energy. The DOE provides grants in areas ranging from energy and material science, to medical research. |
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U.S. Department of Energy - Home Energy Savers
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Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP)
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 Wind Energy Resources |
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American Wind Energy Association
Trade association representing wind power project developers, suppliers, service providers, utilities, researchers and others. |
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Environmental Law & Policy Center
Offers the Community Wind Financing Handbook on how to structure and finance community wind projects. |
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Interstate Renewable Energy Council
An organization dedicated to moving renewable energy resources into the marketplace by providing technical assistance, workforce development, and the adoption and implementation of guidelines and standards. |
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JEDI - Job and Economic Development Impact
A free tool developed by the National Renewable Energy Laboratory to analyze the costs and positive economic impact associated with constructing and developing community wind projects. |
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John Deere Credit
Operates as a self-described "phase 2" partner by investing in community wind projects over 1.25 MW. |
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National Wind Coordinating Collaborative (NWCC)
The NWCC Update provides brief online updates on Federal Energy Regulatory Commission orders affecting alternative energy producers, pending legislation, reports, and activities of the NWCC's working groups. |
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Oklahoma Mesonet
Source for wind capacity data across the state. |
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Oklahoma Wind Power Initiative
A joint project between OU and OSU to promote wind power development. Provides information for landowners, policymakers, and others. |
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Wind & Hydrogen Technologies Program (DOE)
Details the Wind Powering America effort. WPA augments the efforts of DOE's wind research program, the AWEA, and other wind related organizations to identify and address gaps in technical information and tools needed. |
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Windustry
A community wind information clearinghouse that provides examples of projects, studies, reports, and resources. |
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| Bioenergy Resources |
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Alliance to Save Energy
Provides vehicle tax credit information. |
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Alternative Fuel Facts for Consumers-Federal Trade Commission
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Alternative Fuel Station Finder
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American Society for Testing Materials
Sets standards for biodiesel production and provides detailed specifications (D-6751). |
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Biodiesel Magazine
Offers both free and subscription-required content covering the biodiesel industry--demand projections, new plant openings, etc. |
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Bioenergy feedstock Information Network
Biomass feedstock information resources from DOE, Oak Ridge National Lab, Idaho National Lab, National Renewable Energy Lab, and other research organizations. |
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Biomass Energy Research Association
An association of biofuels researchers, companies, and advocates that promotes education and research on renewable biomass energy and waste-to-energy systems.
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Biomass Program (U.S. DOE)
The Biomass Program develops technology for conversion of biomass to fuels, chemicals, materials, and power to reduce dependence on foreign oil and foster growth of biorefineries. |
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Biomass Research & Development Initiative
The BRDI is a multi-agency effort to coordinate and accelerate all federal biobased products and bioenergy R&D. |
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Central Oklahoma Clean Cities
Dedicated to facilitating the deployment of alternative fuel vehicles, encouraging the use of fuel blends, supporting the installation of alternative fuel stations across the state, etc. |
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Directory of Oklahoma Alternative Fuel Stations
Lists stations for biodiesel, compressed natural gas, ethanol, propane; provides locations for public access and government access refueling stations. |
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Driving Ethanol
Provides variousinformation about ethanol, its uses, and news and events related to ethanol. |
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Ethanol Across America
An informtion network made up of industry and government partners dedicated to supporting the increase in ethanol use through education and outreach programs. |
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Ethanol Fact Book
A comprehensive guide to ethanol produced by Ethanol Across America |
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Ethanol Facts from the National Corn Growers Association
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Ethanol Market
Posts various articles on ethanol issues relating to producers, distributors, cooperatives, legislation, feedstock, market research, prices, and more. |
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Ethanol Producer Magazine
Offers both free and subscription-required content covering the ethanol industry--construction updates, ethanol production handbooks, etc. |
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Fuel Economy Vehicle Leaders (U.S. EPA)
Lists the most fuel efficient automobiles, make and model. |
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Fuel Economy.Gov (U.S. DOE)
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Kerr Center for Sustainable Agriculture
Encourages innovative farming practices, including the production and use of biofuels, through educational programs and grants. |
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MapQuest Alternative Fuel Station Locator
Provides biodiesel and E-85 station locations and prices. |
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National Biodiesel Accreditation Program
The National Biodiesel Accreditation Program is a cooperative and voluntary program for the accreditation of producers and marketers of biodiesel fuel called BQ-9000. |
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National Biodiesel Board
The U.S. trade association representing the biodiesel industry. |
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National Ethanol Vehicle Coalition
Provides information for suppliers, retailers, fleets, media, and other groups on the use and production of ethanol fuel. |
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Record Keeping Requirements for Ethanol Facilities
The U.S. Food & Drug Administration requires ethanol facilities to keep certain yearly records; this site details those record keeping requirements. |
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Renewable Fuel Standard Program
Provides detailed information on the U.S. EPA's Renewable Fuel Standard Program |
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Renewable Fuels Association
The national trade association for the U.S. ethanol industry, which promotes policies, regulations, and R&D leading to the increased production and use of ethanol. |
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Samuel Roberts Noble Foundation
Funds research that explores and improves agricultural techniques and advances plant science; the Oklahoma foundation is currently leading efforts to use switchgrass as an ethanol feedstock.
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Union of Concerned Scientists' Hybrid Center
Gives detailed consumer and technical information on hybrid vehicles, tax incentives, research efforts, and more. |
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Western Regional Biomass Energy Program
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