The Sustainable Biodiesel Alliance (SBA) is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization created to promote sustainable practices, including the harvesting and collection, production and distribution of biodiesel fuels. These efforts include Environmental, Social and Economic sustainability. The ultimate goal of the alliance is to create certification for sustainability in biodiesel that will provide transparency to the customer and build extra value for a more sustainable, local product.
SBA PARTICIPATES IN DISCUSSION PANEL AT LOS ANGELES SCREENING OF REVOLUTION GREEN Something to Talk About in association with Brainstorm Media presented a special screening of the film ‘Revolution Green’ followed by a Discussion Panel including members of the SBA staff and Board of Directors. SBA Board Member and Colorado State Senatorial candidate Michael Bowman joined SBA Associate Director Tanner Watt to discuss the state of the U.S. Biodiesel Industry and to answer questions from the film’s audience. The two were accompanied by Verne Nobles of EcoDynamics and Aaron King of Pacific Biodiesel technologies. This balanced discussion panel was well received by the film’s audience. This special screening of the film was held to help kick off a new ON-DEMAND programming package that will make the film the film available to millions of house holds nation-wide through cable provider’s ON-DEMAND system. The film chronicles the creation of the first biodiesel retail sales point in the United States, and features SBA Honorary BOD Chair Willie Nelson and is narrated by SBA Honorary BOD member Woody Harrelson. THE 2010 SUSTAINABLE BIODIESEL SUMMIT: BRINGING TOGETHER THE SUSTAINABLE BIODIESEL MOVEMENT FROM THE ROOTS UP
This exciting and necessary event was made possible by a group of dedicated sponsors and organized by volunteers from the SBA, the RSB and other industry groups as well as individuals from across the industry. The success of this event was only possible because of the hard work of these volunteers. Click HERE to read the entire article. GREEN MUSIC GROUP LAUNCHES: HIGH-PROFILE MUSICIANS AND INDUSTRY LEADERS JOIN REVERB TO GREEN THE MUSIC INDUSTRY AND ACTIVATE FANS
February 1, 2010 [Los Angeles] – Green Music Group (GMG), a coalition of environmental non-profit Reverb, celebrated its official launch this past weekend in Hollywood, CA. The high-profile coalition brings together musicians, industry leaders and music fans to create widespread environmental change within the music industry and around the globe. To celebrate its launch, Green Music Group founding members and friends gathered at Jane’s House in Hollywood for live performances by members of Dave Matthews Band, Guster, and Maroon 5. Guests were treated to eco-friendly appetizers and drinks provided by Shin’s BBQ, VeeV, ZICO, Eel River, and Newton’s Vineyard. “Tonight we celebrated a watershed moment – music industry leaders and fans coming together to create significant change. Reverb has been helping individual artists and venues green their tours and shows for the last six years. We wanted to do more – our founding artists, venues and labels wanted to do more, and our fans were calling on us to take the lead,” said Guster guitarist/vocalist Adam Gardner, who founded Reverb with his wife, environmentalist Lauren Sullivan. “Green Music Group answers that call by using the collective power of the music community to bring about real lasting environmental change.” To read the rest of this article click HERE.
The Sustainable Biodiesel Alliance relies on the support of our membership and the hard work of volunteers to make our mission of sustainability in biodiesel a reality. Support the sustainability movement through membership. Click HERE to become a member of the SBA today. |
Individuals, companies and municipalities across the country are taking steps to first recognize, and then minimize their negative impact on the environment and their communities. By choosing to harness the power of alternative energy and fuels and being more aware of the impact their purchasing decisions have on the world around them; many are making progress. In today's world however, "not all biodiesel is created equal". Some biodiesel sold in the United States is created from international feedstocks that travel thousands of miles before being made into biodiesel, while other biodiesel is made from local feedstocks including waste products and second use oils. Making the right choices can help support rural communities, family farmers, and local job security while minimizing negative impact to the environment.
Concerns about global warming and the U.S. dependence on foreign oil are driving a historic shift from fossil fuels to biofuels and other types of renewable energy. Now more than ever it is important to focus on the benefits of a sustainable, local model for biodiesel in the United States in order to maintain local energy and economic security.
Biodiesel that is created and used locally can benefit the community in many ways:
-Increase local economic security by creating and securing jobs in feedstock, production and distribution.
-Increase the availability of locally produced renewable energy to maintain true energy security.
-Reduce the negative impact on our environment both locally and globally through energy conservation.
Locally produced, sustainable biodiesel is just one way you can steward your environment and support your community. The SBA encourages you to get involved through MEMBERSHIP and by being a part of the solution in your own community. In addition to national efforts like the SBA, there are local groups and programs across the country who are making a difference right now. For more information on the SBA and affilitated programs please click HERE or email us at information@fuelresponsibly.org.
April 2nd, 2010 – It turns out that foods that are better for you may also be better for farmers and local job creation. A new study by the Leopold Center for Sustainable Agriculture at Iowa State University found that expanding fruit and vegetable production in the upper Midwest could bring significantly more economic benefits than conventional corn and soybean production on the same acreage.
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Los Angeles, California – The Sustainable Biodiesel Alliance hosted a fundraising concert and dinner on October 24th, to gather support for the cause of community-based, sustainable biodiesel. The evening’s festivities were held at the Elevate Films rooftop loft and included a breathtaking performance by seven-time Grammy Award winner Alanis Morissette.
Rothbury, Michigan 07/05/2009 --- The SBA was on hand for the 2nd annual Rothbury Music Festival July 2nd-5th. Executive Director, Jeff Plowman and Associate Director Tanner Watt were guest speakers as part of the Environmental "Think Tank". Jeff was a panelist for the Sustainable Cities panel and Tanner was a part of the Clean Vehicles Town Hall Forum. During the weekend's festivities the Sustainable Biodiesel Alliance took the opportunity to present the 2009 Visionary Awards to Lauren Sullivan and Adam Gardner, Founders of Reverb, and to www.nearbio.com for excellence and advancement in the field of sustainability. SBA Honorary Board of Directors Chariman, Willie Nelson presented the awards to the honorees with members of the SBA team and Board of Directors. Every year the Sustainable biodiesel Alliances honors at least one individual and one organization for advancements in the field of sustainabile biodiesel. This year the SBA honors the founders of Reverb, a non-profit greening organization that helps minimize the negative environmentl impact of music tours, concerts and events. The SBA also recognized www.nearbio.com this year, NearBio continues to develop the most in depth and accurate biodiesel locator engine available online today. For more information on the 2009 SBA Visionairesplease use the following links: For more information on Reverb click