USDA, Navy Launch First Forum to Discuss Renewable Energy to Power Fleet

The first of several energy forums to look into ways of increasing biofuels production and meeting the Navy’s renewable energy needs, took place today in Honolulu. The forum is a result of the memorandum of understanding signed by USDA and the Department of the Navy to encourage the development of renewable energy. “As we continue to expand efforts to build a clean energy economy, create new jobs and reduce our dependence on foreign oil, we can use the Navy's fleet as a catalyst to increase demand for biofuels and spur economic opportunity in rural communities throughout the country," said Agriculture Deputy Secretary Kathleen Merrigan. Review the press release.