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Press ReleasesGS Agrifuels Acquires Oilseed Crushing Facility GS AgriFuels Corporation (OTC Bulletin Board: GSGF) today announced its acquisition of about 85% of the outstanding capital stock of Sustainable Systems, Inc. (“Sustainable”) for a total purchase price of about $12.6 million. Sustainable is now a wholly-owned subsidiary of GS AgriFuels. Link to full article > GS AgriFuels' Portfolio Company Receives Grant GS AgriFuels Corporation (OTC Bulletin Board: GSGF - News) is pleased to announce that portfolio company, Sustainable Systems, Inc. ("Sustainable"), has received a $700,000 grant award from the Montana Department of Labor's Workforce Innovation in Regional Economic Development ("WIRED") Program. Link to full article > GS AgriFuels Completes Investment in Biorefinery Operator GS AgriFuels Corporation (OTC Bulletin Board: GSGF - News) is pleased to announce that it recently acquired a 14.3% stake in Missoula, MT-based Sustainable Systems, Inc., ("Sustainable") an agricultural company focused on high-value culinary oil, biobased fuels, and bioproducts. Sustainable has initiated an expansion of its oilseed crush facility in Culbertson, MT (the "Montola" facility). The Montola facility is expected to double its current oilseed processing capacity to 600 tons per day after the expansion. Link to full article > Groups: State's fuel future in biodiesel Sustainable Systems, also based in Missoula, is completing renovations to its crushing and processing plant in Culbertson, located in northeastern Montana. Purchased from Montola Growers late last year, the facility could begin producing between 15 and 20 million gallons of seed-oil every year, once renovations are finished and farm contracts are signed.Link to full article >
Ancient seeds, modern hope Paul Miller, president of Sustainable Systems, a Missoula-based company dedicated to renewable fuels and biodiesel products, also is excited about camelina as a rotation crop.Link to full article >
Biofuels expansion plan drives the Sustainable Systems,
LLC close with Sheridan Electric Cooperative for the Montola Growers Oilseed Plant MISSOULA, Montana – Sustainable Systems, LLC (Sustainable) and Sheridan
Electric Cooperative have signed a purchase agreement effective October 1, 2005,
for the purchase of the oilseed crush and refining plant formerly owned and operated
by Montola Growers, Inc., of Culbertson, Montana. Link to full article >
Montana Dept. of Commerce Awards $800,000 to Roosevelt
County and the Town of Culbertson Roosevelt County and the Town of Culbertson receive Funding for Sustainable
Systems, LLC. Link to full article >
Seed money: Culbertson oilseed processing plant to make
biodiesel fuel By JIM GRANSBERY from The Gazette Staff
Sustainable Systems, LLC recognized as a "shining star" in NSF-Epscor
program The University System of Montana was recently awarded $7.5 million dollars by the NSF-Epscor program for continuation of a broad range of research and development, economic development and academic development efforts. Sustainable Systems, LLC was an original benefactor of the first NSF-Epscor grant to the state and has since utilized the resources to grow the emerging biobased technology company. "The seed funding provided by the first NSF-EPSCoR program help us establish our technology base and launch our biobased start-up. The program provides support on an number of fronts and we are delighted that the Unversity Systems was granted a continuation", stated Paul T. Miller, CEO of Sustainable Systems, LLC of Missoula, MT. About Sustainable Systems, LLC Sustainable Systems, LLC is a Missoula, Montana based renewable energy and biobased product research, development and commercialization company focused on the processing and marketing of agricultural and waste materials as substitutes for petroleum based products. About NSF-EPSCoR The Experimental Program to Stimulate Competitive Research (EPSCoR)
is a joint program of the National Science Foundation (NSF) and
several U.S. states and territories. The program promotes the development
of the states' science and technology (S&T) resources through
partnerships involving a state's universities, industry, and government,
and the Federal research and development (R&D) enterprise.
Sustainable Systems, LLC in collaboration with the Missoula
City/County Health Department, Missoula City and County School Districts, and
the EPA implement Montana Biodiesel fueled school bus program MISSOULA, June 14, 2004 - Sustainable Systems, LLC is pleased to announced the reception of funds from the EPA to the Missoula City/County Health Department for implementation of Montana Biodiesel fueled school buses in both Missoula and Missoula County school districts. Under the terms of the federal support from the EPA, monies will be used to offset the incremental cost of biodiesel used in the school buses. The buses will utilize both the two existing retail Montana Biodiesel pumps located at the Cenex Brooks Street location and the Cenex North Reserve Street and onsite fuel tanks at School bus terminals. "We give praise to the Missoula County School Districts, the Missoula City/County Health Department, the private school bus contractors for their steadfast visionary efforts in realizing the usage of our premium domestically produced renewable fuel in school buses. In addition, the EPA program should be recognized for provided visionary grant monies, which is leading to domestic energy security. We suspect that everyone involved will enjoy the benefits of our product", stated Paul T Miller, CEO of Sustainable Systems, LLC About Sustainable Systems, LLC Sustainable Systems, LLC is a Missoula, Montana based renewable energy and biobased product research, development and commercialization company focused on the processing and marketing of agricultural and waste materials as substitutes for petroleum based products. About the EPA Clean School Bus Program The goal of Clean School Bus USA is to reduce both children's exposure to diesel
exhaust and the amount of air pollution created by diesel school buses.
Sustainable Systems, LLC speaks at
the National Ethanol Producers and Consumers (EPAC) conference and
details plans to build the first biorefinery in the Pacific Northwest. MISSOULA, June 14, 2004 -- Sustainable Systems, LLC spoke at the recent EPAC conference in Helena, MT. The talk outlined recent developments in efforts to establish a biorefinery in the region and highlighted some the strategic relationships and alliances that Sustianable Systems has established. "This marks the third year we have presented at this conference and to this important organization. It is always a pleasure to share developments in this supportive forum and the networking oppurtunities are always beneficial", stated David W. Max, VP of Operations for Sustainable Systems, LLC and presenter at this years conference. About Sustainable Systems, LLC Sustainable Systems, LLC is a Missoula, Montana based renewable energy and biobased product research, development and commercialization company focused on the processing and marketing of agricultural and waste materials as substitutes for petroleum based products. About the Ethanol Producers and Consumers Association (EPAC) Ethanol Producers And Consumers (EPAC) is a non-profit organization
with members throughout the nation who support the production and
use of ethanol as a clean, renewable energy resource
Big Sky Brewery of Missoula to use Montana
Biodiesel B20 in summer concert shuttle buses MISSOULA, June 5 2004 -- Big Sky Brewery has initiated a summer concert series in which shuttle buses will be used to transport concert goers from Missoula City out to the concert location adjacent to Big Sky’s new brewery. Beech Transportation won the contract to operate the shuttle buses and under terms of the contract Beech transportation will utilize Montana Biodiesel B20, now available at two convenient locations in Missoula. “The use of our Montana Biodiesel B20 by Big Sky Brewery for their summer concert series demonstrates the explosive growth of our Montana Biodiesel branded product in the region. This is a high profile event series and the concert goers will be pleased with the reduced emissions of the biodiesel fuel”, stated Paul T. Miller, CEO of Sustainable Systems, LLC About Sustainable Systems, LLC Sustainable Systems, LLC is a Missoula, Montana based renewable energy and biobased product research, development and commercialization company focused on the processing and marketing of agricultural and waste materials as substitutes for petroleum based products. About Big Sky Brewery Big Sky Brewery brews beers that we love to drink, and it's great
to know that our customers see things from our "pint"
of view. Brewing beers as flavorful and satisfying as ours is a
mix of art and science. We love to brew and that passion shows through
in our beers.
Sustainable Systems, LLC announces the registration
of Sustainable Systems, LLC with the Montana Secretary of State MISSOULA, May 20, 2004 -- Sustainable Systems, LLC today announced the registration of Sustainable Systems, LLC with the Montana Secretary of State. “The structure of a corporation better serves the new task of raising money to expand the operations of Sustainable Systems, LLC. Our investors have a better understanding of corporate structure and law and are more comfortable with this type of organization”, stated Paul T. Miller, now Chief Executive Officer of Sustainable Systems, LLC About Sustainable Systems, LLC Sustainable Systems, LLC is a Missoula, Montana based renewable
energy and biobased product research, development and commercialization
company focused on the processing and marketing of agricultural
and waste materials as substitutes for petroleum based products.
Sustainable Systems, LLC opens second B20
pump with Cenex Harvest States in Missoula, MT MISSOULA, March 22, 2004 -- Sustainable Systems, LLC announced today the opening of a second retail Montana Biodiesel B20 pump in the City of Missoula with Cenex Harvest States. This is the second biodiesel pump in Missoula, and is located at the Cenex North Reserve location. This location provides convenient access and a high profile location. “With the success of our first pump over this past winter we thought it prudent to open another pump to better serve our customers in the western and industrial side of Missoula. This pump is also located conveniently to travelers on Interstate I-90 and billboards will advertise it's availability to travelers”, stated Paul T. Miller, Managing Member of Sustainable Systems, LLC . About Sustainable Systems, LLC Sustainable Systems, LLC is a Missoula, Montana based renewable energy and biobased product research, development and commercialization company focused on the processing and marketing of agricultural and waste materials as substitutes for petroleum based products. About Cenex Harvest States CHS, Inc. is a fortune 500 company that supplies many of the food,
grain and energy products behind life's simple pleasures. CHS, Inc.
has one of the fastest-growing convenience store chains. One of
the leading grain export businesses. One of the top Mexican food
operations. And the largest North American crop inputs partnership.
Sustainable Systems, LLC announces the success
of Montana Biodiesel B20 over the Winter of 2003/2004 MISSOULA, March 3, 2004 -- Sustainable Systems, LLC announced today the success of Montana Biodiesel B20 in the Cenex Harvest States Brooks Street retail pump over the winter of 2003/2004. The pump experienced no fuel gelling or pump problems even during extended low temperatures of –26 F experienced in early January. “We opened this pump knowing that the true test for our product is during the wintertime and we are pleased that no anomalies were experienced during this critical time of year. This success places Montana Biodiesel B20 as a premium diesel fuel for year round use”, stated David W. Max Vice President of Operation for Sustainable Systems, LLC. About Sustainable Systems, LLC Sustainable Systems, LLC is a Missoula, Montana based renewable energy and biobased product research, development and commercialization company focused on the processing and marketing of agricultural and waste materials as substitutes for petroleum based products. About Cenex Harvest States CHS, Inc. is a fortune 500 company that supplies many of the food,
grain and energy products behind life's simple pleasures. CHS, Inc.
has one of the fastest-growing convenience store chains. One of
the leading grain export businesses. One of the top Mexican food
operations. And the largest North American crop inputs partnership.
Sustainable Systems, LLC opens first year
round B20 pump with Cenex Harvests States in Missoula, Montana MISSOULA, November 22, 2003 -- Sustainable Systems, LLC and Cenex Harvest States announced today the opening of the first year round B20 biodiesel fueling station in Montana. Located on Brooks Street in Missoula, the station will provide Montana Biodiesel B20 to the public at a conventional retail pump outlet. “The opening of this pump will provide our customers the opportunity to purchase our Montana Biodiesel B20 product conveniently at a traditional fuel pump. We are confident in our product and therefore we are opening this pump prior to the onset of winter, which will put our product to the test under Montana’s harsh winter conditions”, stated Paul T. Miller, Managing Member of Sustainable Systems, LLC . About Sustainable Systems, LLC Sustainable Systems, LLC is a Missoula, Montana based renewable energy and biobased product research, development and commercialization company focused on the processing and marketing of agricultural and waste materials as substitutes for petroleum based products. About Cenex Harvest States CHS, Inc. is a fortune 500 company that supplies many of the food,
grain and energy products behind life's simple pleasures. CHS, Inc.
has one of the fastest-growing convenience store chains. One of
the leading grain export businesses. One of the top Mexican food
operations. And the largest North American crop inputs partnership.
Sustainable Systems, LLC announces the use
of Montana Biodiesel B20 in Montana Department of Transportation
B20 Pilot Program MISSOULA, October 20, 2003 -- Sustainable Systems, LLC announced today the finalization of a B20 pilot program with the Montana Department of Transportation. The project will utilize Montana Biodiesel B20 in snowplows in two geographically separate locations, four snowplows in Stevensville, MT serving the Bitterroot Valley and Lolo Pass and four snowplows in Havre, MT serving Route 2 along the Highline. The objective of the pilot project is to understand Biodiesel as a fuel for use in Montana State owned service vehicles. The pilot project is a result of House Bill 502, which was tabled in committee upon further review and understanding of biodiesel as a fuel. House Bill 502 was a bill designed to introduce a 2% blend of biodiesel into all on road diesel fuel in the state of Montana and was mirrored after similar, approved legislation in Minnesota. “We are proud to have stimulated this important pilot project in order for the State of Montana to become more comfortable with the use of this renewable fuel. We are confident that the state will be pleased with the performance of our product under harsh wintertime conditions. We also are excited about their interest in the use of our biobased lubricants as well”, stated Paul T. Miller, Managing Member of Sustainable Systems, LLC . About Sustainable Systems, LLC Sustainable Systems, LLC is a Missoula, Montana based renewable
energy and biobased product research, development and commercialization
company focused on the processing and marketing of agricultural
and waste materials as substitutes for petroleum based products.
Sustainable Systems, LLC announces the City
of Missoula to use Montana Biodiesel in diesel vehicles. MISSOULA, October 10, 2003 -- Sustainable Systems announced today the City of Missoula City Council has earmarked money for the purchase and use of biodiesel in city owned diesel equipment. The City will use Montana Biodiesel B20, soon to be available at a retail pump in Missoula, in snowplows this winter and use Montana Biodiesel B100 in additional equipment, such as lawn mowers in the summer of 2004. “Sustainable Systems, LLC is encouraged by the City of Missoula embracing the use of our premium Montana Biodiesel B20 and B100. We suspect that they will enjoy the benefits of these premium products,” stated Paul T. Miller, Managing Member of Sustainable Systems, LLC . About Sustainable Systems, LLC Sustainable Systems, LLC is a Missoula, Montana based renewable
energy and biobased product research, development and commercialization
company focused on the processing and marketing of agricultural
and waste materials as substitutes for petroleum based products.
Sustainable Systems, LLC receives third
round of funding from the Montana Department of Agriculture MISSOULA, October 10, 2003 -- Sustainable Systems, LLC announces today the reception of a $50,000 investment from the Montana Department of Agriculture Growth Through Agriculture Program. The use of these proceeds will be for working capital, pilot plant upgrades, and market development.
About Sustainable Systems, LLC Sustainable Systems, LLC is a Missoula, Montana based renewable energy and biobased product research, development and commercialization company focused on the processing and marketing of agricultural and waste materials as substitutes for petroleum based products. About the Montana Department of Agriculture Growth Through Agriculture Program The Montana Department of Agriculture Growth Through Agriculture
Program invests in new and innovative agriculture marketing ideas.
Application deadlines are January 31, April 30, July 31 and October
31 of each year. The Agriculture Development Council, which consists
of representatives from industry and government, selects successful
applications for GTA investments.
Sustainable Systems, LLC announces the reception
of a renewable energy and biobased product promotional award from
the EPA administered by Montana State University MISSOULA, July 15, 2003 -- Sustainable Systems, LLC announced today the reception of a $5,000 grant from the EPA for the development of an educational brochure for the education of end users, fleet managers, and government purchasing agents regarding the benefits of biobased products. The grant is being administered by the Montana State University Extension Service. “We have developed a sound product base and have now begun to promote our products to end users. This funding support from the EPA will help offset costs associated with the development of an educational brochure highlighting the benefits of our products”, stated Paul T. Miller, Managing Member of Sustainable Systems, LLC . About Sustainable Systems, LLC Sustainable Systems, LLC is a Missoula, Montana based renewable
energy and biobased product research, development and commercialization
company focused on the processing and marketing of agricultural
and waste materials as substitutes for petroleum based products.
Sustainable Systems, LLC invited as guest
speaker on Farm to Energy Tour Sponsored by Montana Secretary of
State Bob Brown MISSOULA, July 10, 2003 -- Sustainable Systems, LLC Managing Member Paul T. Miller was a guest speaker on Secretary of State Bob Brown’s Farm to Energy Tour. The tour, while traveling by a biodiesel fueled bus across Montana and Wyoming, had guest speakers discuss the various ways in which agriculture is playing an increasingly important role in energy production. “It was a great experience to speak on a low emission, biodiesel fueled bus while talking about agriculture and the business opportunities that agriculture maintains in the development of renewable energy and biobased products. The Farm to Energy tour has highlighted and confirmed the immense opportunity of combining agriculture, renewable energy and biobased products”, stated Paul T. Miller, Managing Member of Sustainable Systems, LLC . About Sustainable Systems, LLC Sustainable Systems, LLC is a Missoula, Montana based renewable
energy and biobased product research, development and commercialization
company focused on the processing and marketing of agricultural
and waste materials as substitutes for petroleum based products.
Sustainable Systems, LLC speaks at the National
Ethanol Producers and Consumers (EPAC) conference on the budding
biobased industry MISSOULA, June 12, 2003 -- Sustainable Systems, LLC was invited to the national meeting of the Ethanol Producers and Consumers association (EPAC) held in Big Sky, Montana. The topic of the presentation was the budding biobased industry and opportunities for the Pacific Northwest. “This is our second year speaking at this very appropriate and exciting conference and we are grateful for the opportunity to share our developments and work over the past year and the for the opportunity to share our perspective on the business opportunities that the Pacific Northwest holds regarding the new biobased industry”, stated Paul T. Miller, Managing Member of Sustainable Systems, LLC . About Sustainable Systems, LLC Sustainable Systems, LLC is a Missoula, Montana based renewable energy and biobased product research, development and commercialization company focused on the processing and marketing of agricultural and waste materials as substitutes for petroleum based products. About the Ethanol Producers and Consumers Association (EPAC) Ethanol Producers And Consumers (EPAC) is a non-profit organization
with members throughout the nation who support the production and
use of ethanol as a clean, renewable energy resource.
Sustainable Systems, LLC Managing Member
recognized as Earth Day Hero in the City of Missoula MISSOULA, April 22, 2003 -- Sustainable Systems, LLC Managing Member Paul T. Miller was recognized as an Earth Day Hero in the City of Missoula. This recognition was based on his work with renewable energy and in particular the use of biodiesel in commuter shuttle buses. “We are excited to have Paul as a recognized Earth Day Hero in the City of Missoula. His dedication and steadfastness to the promotion and use of renewable energy and the development of and dedication to Sustainable Systems, LLC has been an inspiration to us all”, commented David W. Max, Vice President of Operations for Sustainable Systems, LLC . About Sustainable Systems, LLC
Sustainable Systems, LLC receives SBIR Phase
0 grant from the University of Montana MISSOULA, August 4, 2002 -- Sustainable Systems, LLC received notice today of an SBIR Phase 0 award in the amount of $7,800 from The University of Montana NSF Epscor program to offset expenses related to the preparation of a competitive Small Business Innovative Research (SBIR) grant to the USDA. The objective of the proposal is to investigate value added opportunities from agricultural based raw materials. “The winning of this award has propelled Sustainable Systems, LLC forward in achieving our research and development goals of maximizing the potential products available from oil seed crops”, stated Paul T. Miller, Managing Member of Sustainable Systems, LLC About Sustainable Systems, LLC Sustainable Systems, LLC is a Missoula, Montana based renewable energy and biobased product research, development and commercialization company focused on the processing and marketing of agricultural and waste materials as substitutes for petroleum based products. About The University of Montana SBIR Program The University of Montana, in conjunction with the Montana Department
of Commerce's Small Business Innovation Research Program (SBIR),
will award eight $5,000 competition assistance grants to Montana
businesses. The money is being made available through UM's National
Science Foundation Experimental Program to Stimulate Competitive
Research (NSF EPSCoR) funds. The purpose of the Phase 0 grant program
is to provide financial assistance to businesses to help with the
costs of preparing SBIR Phase 1 proposals, expand the number of
Montana companies seeking research and development funds through
the SBIR program, and to improve the success rate of SBIR proposals
submitted by Montana businesses.
Sustainable Systems, LLC receives second
round funding from the Montana Department of Agriculture MISSOULA, August 1, 2002 -- Sustainable Systems, LLC received a second round of investment of $42,000 from the Montana Department of Agriculture Growth Through Agriculture program. The intent of this round of funding is to provide working capital, drafting of a business plan and financial model that addresses the opportunity to add value to oil seed crops with the potential for agricultural producers to be investors in a processing facility. “Sustainable Systems, LLC is eager to establish strong business relationships with agricultural producers, who are a key component to the growing biobased industry. The money invested in Sustainable Systems, LLC by the GTA program will provide us the resources to establish a stock structure which will benefit and link both the agricultural producers of the Northwest and the urban investment community”, stated Paul T. Miller, Managing Member of Sustainable Systems, LLC. About Sustainable Systems, LLC Sustainable Systems, LLC is a Missoula, Montana based renewable energy and biobased product research, development and commercialization company focused on the processing and marketing of agricultural and waste materials as substitutes for petroleum based products. About the Montana Department of Agriculture Growth Through Agriculture Program The Montana Department of Agriculture Growth Through Agriculture
Program invests in new and innovative agriculture marketing ideas.
Application deadlines are January 31, April 30, July 31 and October
31 of each year. The Agriculture Development Council, which consists
of representatives from industry and government, selects successful
applications for GTA investments.
Sustainable Systems, LLC speaks at National
Ethanol Producers and Consumers Conference regarding integrated
BioRefineries. MISSOULA, June 15, 2002 -- Sustainable Systems shared with the Ethanol Producers and Consumers (EPAC) a vision for coupled production of renewable fuels and specialty agricultural based chemicals at EPAC’s annual meeting in Whitefish, MT. The presentation highlighted the importance of biodiesel and ethanol, two agricultural based renewable energy industries, cooperation and collaboration to expand the number of products produced from agricultural raw materials and the number of co-existing biorefinery clusters as a sustainable industry development model. “We are grateful for being invited to speak to this very important and influential group. Ethanol has laid the foundation for the development of the biodiesel industry and together we can expand the scope of products that can be economically manufactured from renewable agricultural based raw materials”, stated Paul T. Miller, Managing Member of Sustainable Systems, LLC . About Sustainable Systems, LLC Sustainable Systems, LLC is a Missoula, Montana based renewable energy and biobased product research, development and commercialization company focused on the processing and marketing of agricultural and waste materials as substitutes for petroleum based products. About Ethanol Producer and Consumers (EPAC) Ethanol Producers And Consumers (EPAC) is a non-profit organization
with members throughout the nation who support the production and
use of ethanol as a clean, renewable energy resource.
Sustainable Systems, LLC receives SBIR Phase
0 grant from the Montana Department of Commerce MISSOULA, May 10, 2002 -- Sustainable Systems, LLC received notice today from the Montana Department of Commerce concerning an award of $5,000 for expenses related to preparation of a competitive Small Business Innovative Research (SBIR) grant targeted for development of improved process techniques for the conversion of agricultural raw materials into value added industrial products. “We are pleased to receive this award, which will support our efforts in winning a Phase I SBIR from the United States Department of Agriculture. Our proposal will address opportunities and help offset costs associated with the development of value added products from agricultural raw materials”, stated Paul T. Miller, Managing Member of Sustainable Systems, LLC . About Sustainable Systems, LLC Sustainable Systems, LLC is a Missoula, Montana based renewable energy and biobased product research, development and commercialization company focused on the processing and marketing of agricultural and waste materials as substitutes for petroleum based products. About the Montana Department of Commerce SBIR Phase 0 Program The Montana Small Business Innovation Research Program (SBIR) located
at the Montana Department of Commerce helps Montana companies compete
for more than one billion dollars in federal grants that have been
earmarked to fund research and development.
Sustainable Systems, LLC delivers biodiesel
fuel to Garden City Harvest, a Community based Organic Farm MISSOULA, April 15, 2002 -- Sustainable Systems announced today the delivery of Montana Biodiesel to Garden City Harvest for use in their Kabota farm tractor. Garden City Harvest has requested the biofuel as a logical substitute to petroleum diesel as the emissions, toxicity, and impacts from accidental spills and leaks is dramatically reduced. “We are pleased to be able to serve Garden City Harvest with our premium biodiesel fuel. The use of our biodiesel fuel is very appropriate on both small and large scale farming operations”, stated Paul T. Miller, Managing Member of Sustainable Systems, LLC . About Sustainable Systems, LLC Sustainable Systems, LLC is a Missoula, Montana based renewable energy and biobased product research, development and commercialization company focused on the processing and marketing of agricultural and waste materials as substitutes for petroleum based products. About Garden City Harvest Garden City Harvest (GCH) is a collaborative effort working to
provide high quality produce to Missoulians in need while educating
the Missoula community about sustainable food systems and agriculture.
Sustainable Systems, LLC and Mountain Line
agree to Biodiesel Pilot Program MISSOULA, February 20, 2002 -- Sustainable Systems, LLC and Mountain Line Transportation have agreed to initiate a pilot program for the utilization of Montana Biodiesel B20 (20% Montana Biodiesel and 80% petroleum diesel) in one of their public transportation buses.
About Sustainable Systems, LLC Sustainable Systems, LLC is a Missoula, Montana based renewable energy and biobased product research, development and commercialization company focused on the processing and marketing of agricultural and waste materials as substitutes for petroleum based products. About Mountain Line Mountain Line is a locally managed public transportation service
for the City of Missoula and The University of Montana. http://www.mountainline.com/
Sustainable Systems, LLC signs biodiesel
delivery contract with The University of Montana MISSOULA, February 2, 2004 -- Sustainable Systems, LLC signs a delivery contract for biodiesel fuel with The University of Montana. Under the terms of the agreement Sustainable Systems will convert waste vegetable oil from the fryers of the University dining services into renewable diesel fuel for use in commuter shuttle buses. “This is the first step in the pilot scale production of renewable diesel fuel from waste raw materials and we are excited about this opportunity to supply The University of Montana with this fuel”, stated Paul T. Miller Managing Member of Sustainable Systems, LLC. About Sustainable Systems, LLC Sustainable Systems, LLC is a Missoula, Montana based renewable
energy and biobased product research, development and commercialization
company focused on the processing and marketing of agricultural
and waste materials as substitutes for petroleum based products.
Sustainable Systems, LLC receives investment
from the Montana Department of Agriculture MISSOULA, November 10, 2001 -- Sustainable Systems, LLC receives investment from the Montana Department of Agriculture for the development of a pilot plant for the conversion of waste vegetable oil and virgin vegetable oil into renewable diesel fuel and other biobased products. Under the terms of the investment, Sustainable Systems will be awarded a loan guarantee from the Montana Department of Agriculture Growth Through Agriculture Program in the amount of $30,000 to initiate a pilot scale processing facility for the production of renewable diesel fuel and other biobased products from waste and virgin vegetable oil raw materials. “We are very excited with this initial seed capital to contribute to the growth of our business. Agriculture will play a major role in this developing renewable energy and biobased product industry and this funding has positioned Sustainable Systems as the leader in the Pacific Northwest”, stated Paul T. Miller, Managing Member of Sustainable Systems, LLC . About Sustainable Systems, LLC Sustainable Systems, LLC is a Missoula, Montana based renewable energy and biobased product research, development and commercialization company focused on the processing and marketing of agricultural and waste materials as substitutes for petroleum based products. About the Montana Department of Agriculture Growth Through Agriculture Program The Montana Department of Agriculture Growth Through Agriculture
Program program invests in new and innovative agriculture marketing
ideas. Application deadlines are January 31, April 30, July 31 and
October 31 of each year. The Agriculture Development Council, which
consists of representatives from industry and government, selects
successful applications for GTA investments. |
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