GRES announced today that it has formed research partnerships with both California State University East Bay and Lehigh University in Pennsylvania.  According to Dr. Scott Beaver, chief scientist for GRES, the partnership with CSUEB will focus primarily on algae research and development, and the partnership with Lehigh University will be centered on a recovery method for ethanol which avoids azeotropic distillation.  The caliber of research from these two fine institutions in conjunction with the industry knowledge provided by GRES will ensure the long term success of the programs, according to Eric Johnson, C.O.O. of GRES.  We look forward to working with both CSUEB and Lehigh University.

Science Insider reports that the U.S. government announced plans to pour $786 million into ways to convert corn, wood, grass, and municipal waste into fuel for America’s cars. The funding comes from the Department of Energy’s portion of the $787 billion stimulus package approved in February. In another announcement, the Environmental Protection Agency proposed rules for carrying out a 2007 law that requires a threefold increase in the use of renewable fuels, reaching 36 billion gallons by 2022

Global Renewable Energy Services (GRES) announced today that it has acquired Bio-Friendly Fuel Partners, LLC. (BFFP)  The acquisition of BFFP, a developmental stage biofuels producer, will enhance GRES' portfolio through a variety of transferrable contracts and tax advantages.  GRES C.O.O. Eric Johnson says, "the tax advantages alone are potentially worth tens of millions of dollars.  Integration of BFFP has already begun and the benefits of this acquisition will manifest themselves very quickly."  Join us in welcoming BFFP to the GRES family of companies.

GRES and Eco-Energy today announce a trading alliance focused on advanced biofuels.  A privately-held firm, Eco-Energy began in 1992 as an alternative fuel trader, providing full marketing and logistical support for ethanol manufacturers and has grown to be one of the premier ethanol marketing companies in the U.S.  GRES looks forward to a long and rewarding relationship with Eco-Energy in the ethanol segment and as they grow into the biodiesel market segment.