Join special guest Jeff Wilkerson from Pearson Fuels as we celebrate Earth Week by discussing the exciting world of alternative fuels, particularly E85.

With extensive experience in the fuel industry and a background in ethanol, Jeff explains how Pearson Fuels is exclusively focused on E85 and is experiencing substantial growth in California.

Jeff emphasizes the affordability and environmental advantages of E85, as well as the flexibility of flex-fuel vehicles. He also addresses concerns about its impact on the food supply and outlines the future trajectory of E85, including potential expansion beyond California.

The conversation also covers the expansion of E85 fuel stations, the reintroduction of flex-fuel vehicle models, regulatory and legislative landscapes, potential technology for converting vehicles to run on E85, and challenges in the heavy-duty sector.

The episode concludes with a discussion of the favorite aspect of working in the fuel industry, highlighting the fulfillment derived from operating in California and engaging with station owners and consumers.

Tune in for insights into the current state and future prospects of E 85 in the fuel industry, covering a wide range of topics from environmental benefits to market challenges and opportunities.

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00:40 - Introduction

01:51 - Jeff's Background

03:04 - E85 consumption growth

05:03 - What is E85?

07:47 - Flex Fuel Vehicles

10:01 - E85 Infrastructure

11:04 - Grant Funding Opportunities

14:20 - Future of E85

16:02 - Ethanol Production

18:11 - Domestic E85 supply

19:58 - Ethanol efficiencies

20:42 - Pearson Fuels expansion

00:00 - Introduction

21:12 - Expansion Plans

21:40 - Automakers and Flex Fuel Vehicles

23:04 - Education and Regulation

23:37 - Legislative Meetings

25:04 - Industry Support

27:23 - Future Innovations

30:04 - Heavy Duty Sector

32:47 - Pricing and Policies

34:21 - Cap and Trade Amendments

37:16 - Favorite Industry Aspect

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