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POL Government Bureaus & Offices Development Services Information Center Biofuels/Biodiesel FAQs
What are biofuels?

Why is Portland encouraging the use of biofuels?

Will biofuels solve all of our energy and global warming issues?

Do we have the feedstocks to make biofuels in Oregon?

Does Portland require gas stations to sell biofuels?

Do biofuels cause decreased fuel mileage?

How has Portland supported the development of a more sustainable biofuels market?

Are biofuels responsible for increased food prices and food shortages?

Do biofuels cause habitat destruction because of land use changes?

Are biofuels bad for the environment?

Are biofuels more expensive than petroleum?

Do biofuels consume more energy to make than they produce?

Where can I buy higher blends of biofuels in the Portland area, and beyond?