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the Chief Operating Officer of Vertimass LLC, has joined the Board of Directors for Advanced Biofuels USA , an educational nonprofit dedicated to the understanding, development and use of advanced biofuels in the US and around the world. John Hannon, Ph.D., CNH Industrial N.V. in Q4 2023(1).
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By supporting farmers and offering a sustainable source of fuel and animal feed, this partnership represents a win-win for producers, the environment, and the rural economy. It embodies our commitment to sustainability and our drive to bring innovative solutions to market.” Sustainable Oils President Mike Karst said.
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