Striving for Greenhouse Gas Mitigation in Pennsylvania : How Law and Biodiesel Can Play a Part

Jon W. Johnson, Widener University - Harrisburg Campus

Abstract

An analytical review of federal and Pennsylvania law and its possible use to mitigate greenhouse gases through state legislation. Additional review is conducted to determine the feasibility of using biodiesel as a fuel to help reduce GHGs from Diesel powered equipment including heavy weight trucks. Proposed Legislation would require the mandatory implementation of Biodiesel in the Commonwealth at levels much higher than ever will be achieved under current law. Additionally, recommendations to impose strict regulations on manufactures of diesel type equipment to allow such use of high concentration of Biodiesel fuel in equipment without voiding existing or new warranties. Lastly, suggested funding and incentive programs to rapidly implement the proposed legislation.