Director of Florida Power and Light's Fleet Services George Survant talked about his company's use of biodiesel during a press conference.

Bruce Chesson with NASA Transportation picked up the Pioneer Award for his agency and talked about how they use biodiesel during a press conference.

The closing general session of the 2008 National Biodiesel Conference featured a panel discussion on new feedstocks for biofuels.

Interview with University of Idaho Department Head of Biological and Agricultural Engineering Jon Van Gerpen about new energy balance study.

Jim Duffield of USDA was one of the panelists for the session on food versus fuel at the 2008 biodiesel conference.

John Urbanchuk of LECG was one of the panelists for the session on food versus fuel at the 2008 biodiesel conference.

Emily Bockian Landsburg of Philadelphia FryoDiesel is the new chair of the Sustainability Task Force for the NBB.

Astronaut Jim Lovell spoke to a captivated audience of biodiesel industry folks at the Tuesday morning general session telling them to expect the unexpected.

Astronaut Jim Lovell inspired the biodiesel industry at Tuesday morning's general session.

Gene Gebolys, the chairman of the NBB's Regulatory Committee reminded the audience how important the day is to the future of the biodiesel industry.

Manning Ferachi, the NBB's director of governmental affairs, discusses the renewal of the federal tax incentive that keeps biodiesel competitive with petroleum, the CCC Bioenergy program, and the new Renewable Fuels Standard for biodiesel.

Lisa Ryan with the NBB's political action committee talks about being successful in DC.

Senior chemist Teresa Alleman talks about a new study from the National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) which shows the quality of biodiesel has made significant gains.

David Winslow of Universal Studios announces that they will increase the amount of biodiesel used at the popular Orlando theme park.

Country singer Michael Peterson entertains the 2008 National Biodiesel Conference general session with "From the Grave to the Cradle".

National Biodiesel Board Vice Chairman Gary Haer of REG talks about the 2008 National Biodiesel Conference, challenges and opportunities for the industry.

Joe Brehm talks about how Iowa Biofuels Training International pairs educational institutions and biofuels producers with potential green collar workers..

Bill Sanders, director of workforce innovations with US Department of Labor, talked about how the Bush administration has made training jobs for the energy sector a priority.

Jeff Stroburg, CEO of Renewable Energy Group, discusses announcement of new program to ramp up biofuels job training and share Iowa's industry expertise.

Dr. Mick Starcevich, president of Kirkwood Community College in Iowa, discusses announcement of new program to ramp up biofuels job training and share Iowa's industry expertise.

Solazyme president Michael Wolfson talks about the potential for algae biodiesel.

National Biodiesel Board CEO Joe Jobe talks about challenges and opportunities facing the biodiesel industry.

Country music star Michael Peterson talks about his spin in a biodiesel-fueled Dodge Ram truck and his passion for biofuels.

NBB kicked off its ride and drive event with a press conference featuring Orange County Mayor Richard Crotty, NBB Chairman and western Minnesota farmer Ed Hegland, John Kellog with World Energy, and country music star Michael Peterson.

Actress Daryl Hannah mmade her fifth appearance at the National Biodiesel Conference to stress her committment to the biofuel.

Instead of a state of the industry speech, National Biodiesel Board chairman Ed Hegland held a "truck stop" conversation with other industry leaders during the opening general session.

National Biodiesel Board CEO Joe Jobe got the first general session underway with condolences to New England Patriot fans.

Tom Verry with the National Biodiesel Board talks about the National Biodiesel Foundation raising money for research, especially in issues such as feedstock development and climate change..

At the traditional biodiesel conference kick-off Super Bowl party, John Davis interviews NFL Hall of Famer Jack Youngblood who was on hand to sign autographs as a fundraiser for the biodiesel foundation.

In this pre-conference interview, NBB chairman Ed Hegland talks about the 2008 National Biodiesel Conference, good news and bad news for the industry, new feedstocks and a new sustainability task force

The National Biodiesel Board introduces a new online marketplace called AllThingsBiodiesel.com. The project manager is Doug Whitehead who describes what you'll find on the new website.

The presentation of the Eye on Biodiesel award for Innovation to Gene Hemphill.

The presentation of the Eye on Biodiesel award for Innovation to Gene Hemphill.

The presentation of the Eye on Biodiesel award for Inspiration to Brie Mathews and Mike Ferry.

The presentation of the Eye on Biodiesel award for Impact to Steve Levy.

The presentation of the Eye on Biodiesel award for Industry Partnership to Rod Lawrence.

Chuck interviews John Deere representative Don Borgman about his perspective of the conference.

James Carville and Mary Matalin held a question and answer session with the press following their on-stage presentation.

Chuck interviews Emily Richards about her support for biodiesel prior to her performance at the National Biodiesel Conference.

Chuck interviews keynote speaker Dr. John Stoessinger.

This is NBB Chairman Darryl Brinkmann's general session speech.

DaimlerChrysler representative, Deb Morrissett, talks about their incentive program for NBB members and the company's desire to establish a B20 standard.

The full recording of the Merle Haggard press conference prior to his performance.

The opening general session contained a panel discussion with 4 U. S. Representatives who discuss their vision of our energy future.

Chuck interviews John Deere representative, Don Borgman, about their renewable fuesl initiative.

Chuck interviews country music star Michael Peterson about why he supports biodiesel and Michael explains how important it is to support our farmers.

Chuck interviews Larry Hagman about his interest in renewable fuels and finds out how much he supports America's farmers.

Here's Joe Jobe's opening general session speech from the conference.

Chuck interviews NBB board member and South Dakota soybean farmer, Bob Metz about the conference and what the growth of the biodiesel industry means to farmers like himself.

Actress and environmental activist Daryl Hannah talks with Chuck about how the National Biodiesel Conference has grown and the need for a sustainable renewable fuel source.