SAN DIEGO , CA – Three industry leaders were recognized at the 2025 Clean Fuels Conference for their outstanding efforts in advancing biodiesel , renewable diesel and sustainable aviation fuel .

“ In an industry that is rapidly changing with unprecedented growth , it takes strong leadership to ensure success ,” said Donnell Rehagen , CEO for Clean Fuels . “ We are proud to acknowledge this year ’ s recipients for their vision that continues to drive demand for cleaner fuels .”

The 2025 Clean Fuels Awards honorees are :

LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT AWARD : FLOYD VERGARA

Floyd Vergara has been honored with the prestigious Lifetime Achievement Award , recognizing his transformative contributions to the clean fuels industry and environmental policy .

As one of the chief architects of California ’ s groundbreaking Low Carbon Fuel Standard ( LCFS ), Vergara played a pivotal role in shaping one of the most impactful climate policies in the nation ’ s history . The LCFS revolutionized environmental outcomes by driving significant reductions in greenhouse gas emissions and fostering innovation in clean energy . Today , thanks to this visionary policy , biodiesel and renewable diesel account for an extraordinary 75 % of California ’ s diesel pool .

Industry leaders highlighted the latest innovations for biofuel use , feedstock development , and navigating a changing political landscape in 2025 .

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