Carbon Intensity Q & A | January 28, 2025 l CI Chit Chat Episode 54
In the 54th episode of CI Chit Chat, Continuum Ag's COO Brad McDonald & Ag Sales Rep David Hora share their thoughts on the 45ZCF-GREET Model and USDA Feedstock Rule guidance released on January 15, 2025, emphasize the importance of your farming data, and answer your submitted questions.
Check out the Table of Contents below for details of what you can find in this episode.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
0:00 Introduction
0:53 The Latest Guidance with Carbon Intensity & 45Z
4:05 Main Things with the USDA Guidelines with the 45ZCF-GREET Model & Feedstock Calculator
5:59 New Model does not make it easier for farmers to participate
6:53 Guidance is not set in stone yet and is subject to change
8:43 What are farmers next steps
11:28 Mass-Balance & Manure not being included
15:52 Farmers, Your Data has Value and Continuum wants to help bring you that value
18:32 Will 45Z still continue under the new administration in office?
22:56 Why are they excluding livestock and manure with the new GREET Model and Feedstock calendar?
26:18 USDA & IRS Public Comment Hearings
28:00 Your Farming Data is Valuable
28:47 Conclusion
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