Sustainable Idaho

Sustainable Idaho: Renewable Diesel

By Parker Romero,

Published April 15, 2025 at 8:11 AM MDT

On today's episode Parker interviews Dr.Jesse Theiren about renewable diesel. They discuss what renewable diesel is, how it differs from traditional biodiesel, and the environmental and economic benefits it offers. Dr. Therrien also shares insight into the role renewable diesel could play in the broader transition to clean energy and what the future might hold for low-emission transportation fuels.

To learn more about renewable diesel and clean transportation initiatives, visit afdc.energy.gov or ytcleancities.org.

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Parker Romero

Parker Romero is a sophomore majoring in Biology with a concentration in Ecology and Conservation. He enjoys learning about conservation efforts in the local area and throughout the state of Idaho. He looks forward to sharing more about what he learns with KISU listeners!

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Chelsea Blanchard

Chelsea Blanchard is an Idaho State University undergraduate student pursuing her Bachelor of Arts in Communications, rhetoric, media, and social change. Her major is a foundation for her goal of attaining a PhD in political science and research. Chelsea is excited to learn more about sustainability issues from experts in various related fields and share this information with the community through co-hosting the Sustainable Idaho podcast. Combining her passion for civil discourse and government policies with the mission of the Portneuf Resource Council is an amazing opportunity she is thankful to have.

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