throughout the nation . Nazzaro serves on the Board of Directors for the Massachusetts Energy Marketers Association and countless other state Bioheat fuel industry groups .
CARBON PROGRAMS 101 : VERONICA BRADLEY
As the clean fuels industry increasingly intersects with carbon management , understanding the fundamentals of carbon programs is essential . This session provides a clear and comprehensive introduction to key concepts in climate-smart agriculture , insetting and offsetting . Attendees will gain a solid grasp of the terminology , strategies and dialogue that are shaping the future of sustainable agriculture and carbon management . Whether you ’ re new to the conversation or looking to deepen your knowledge , this session will equip you with the tools and understanding needed to navigate this evolving landscape .
As Clean Fuel ’ s Environmental Science Director , speaker Veronica Bradley leads the advancement of education and research on the climate benefits of bio-based diesel and sustainable aviation fuels . In this role , Bradley educates relevant stakeholders on the environmental benefits of clean fuels and works with industry to identify and execute on relevant research needs . Her combined scientific and legal backgrounds make her a dynamic problem-solver who finds practical solutions to nudge our current systems toward decarbonization and long-term , triplebottom line sustainability .
FEEDSTOCK REVOLUTION : UNLEASHING THE POWER FOR CLEAN FUELS
The closing breakfast session sets the table for top association leaders to discuss exciting feedstock developments on the path to the future of clean fuels . The panel will explore the rapidly evolving supplies of vital inputs like oilseeds , animal fats and used cooking oil . As the push for lower carbon intensity intensifies , we ’ re “ crushing hard ” on the significant investments in oilseed processing , cutting-edge biotechnology , and innovative technologies that are reshaping the future ! Participants will explore the latest in trends-and-trade for animal fats and used cooking oil — the ultimate recyclers — and pivotal feedstocks in the production of clean fuels . Plus , will the agriculture sector ever receive the recognition it deserves for its environmental contributions , such as improved efficiency and increased resilience ?
The moderator is Kate Shenk of Clean Fuels Alliance . Speakers are :
Lucas Lentsch , CEO of the United Soybean Board , the national soy checkoff organization that works on behalf of over 500,000 U . S . soybean farmers . He reports to a board of 77 volunteer farmer-leaders who invest in research , education , and promotion to deliver sustainable soy solutions to every life , every day . His mission is to create value and maximize the return on investment for the soy checkoff across three priority areas : Infrastructure & Connectivity , Health & Nutrition , and Innovation & Technology .
Lentsch previously served as Executive Vice President on the leadership team for Dairy Management Inc . ( DMI ), the national dairy checkoff for U . S . dairy farmers . He also served as South Dakota Secretary of Agriculture , and is a Veteran of Operation Iraqi Freedom . Lentsch holds a Master
Veronica Bradley , Clean Fuels Alliance
Kent Swisher , NARA
Kailee Tkacz Buller , NOPA
of Business Administration from the University of Minnesota , Carlson School of Management , and a Bachelor of Science in Agriculture from South Dakota State University .
Kent Swisher , the President & CEO at the North American Renderers Association ( NARA ); and President of the Fats and Proteins Research Foundation ( FPRF ), the rendering industry ’ s research organization . He joined the organization in 2003 as
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