Frazier, Barnes & Associates has provided biodiesel consulting services for more than a decade, from feasibility analysis to on-site technical support to independent engineering reviews. Our team of Professional Engineers is licensed in most of the biodiesel producing states. FBA can provide critical support to help your facility navigate the EPA Moderated Transaction System (EMTS) and other value-added services on an hourly or fee basis.
FBA is one of the nation’s leaders in the development of the biodiesel industry. Being involved with Biodiesel since 1996, FBA has acquired a wealth of experience, strategic insight, and technical knowledge that helps our client’s asses the best overall plan for their planned or existing biodiesel plant.
Feasibility Studies
FBA conducts comprehensive feasibility studies based upon USDA feasibility study guidelines. There are five different categories to evaluate for an acceptable feasibility study. These include, but are not limited to:
- Economic feasibility
- Market feasibility
- Technical feasibility
- Financial feasibility
- Management feasibility
Feasibility studies for new plants are the most important step you will ever take, not only because they help you make “Go , No-Go” decisions, but comprehensive studies also provide tremendous insight to prospective plant operators.
RFS2
The Renewable Fuels Standard (RFS) set by the EPA (Environmental Protection Agency) regulates greenhouse gas emissions and sets specific Renewable Fuel Volume Requirements. These requirements are categorized by “D” codes. The process for compliance is time consuming and very complex. Frazier, Barnes & Associates have been deeply involved in the evaluation and implementation of the new RFS2 regulations, providing integral support to first and second generation biofuels facilities. We make the complex as simple as possible. We minimize the time requirements to save you valuable money.
Biodiesel Services
FBA’s top services include:
- Feasibility studies
- Business Plans
- RFS2 Registration and Independent Engineering Reviews
- Business plans
- Market studies and Off-take agreements
- Feedstock analysis
- Independent engineering and plant troubleshooting
- Strong connections to key industry players
- Potential equity partners and lenders
- Ability to interface with government agencies
Biodiesel Plant Certification
Biofuel producers are required, by the EPA RFS2 Regulations (as of February 3, 2010) to be certified. The particular requirements are delineated in CFR 40 PART 80 - REGULATION OF FUELS AND FUEL ADDITIVES, Section 80.1450.b.2. This requires a site visit by an independent chemical engineer, verification of air permit, and other requirements. FBA offers such services and can help guide you through the labyrinthine EPA regulations. For more information, visit our RFS2 page.
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