Gilbert, Ariz., February 24, 2011- The Town of Gilbert, in partnership with Gilbert-based REV Biodiesel, has completed its second annual grease collection drive. From mid-November through mid-January, Gilbert and other east valley residents donated 11,032 pounds of used cooking oil to one of Gilbert's nine fire stations. This triples the amount donated last year when members of the community collected 3,750 pounds of grease.
"I am truly grateful for the overwhelming support given by valley residents to help uphold our mission of environmental responsibility," comments Rev biodiesel President Dan Rees. "Members of the surrounding community helped reduced carbon dioxide emissions by 23,000 pounds with their gracious donations, which would be the equivalent of filling the tanks of more than 24 standard-sized school buses with pure biodiesel fuel. It is my personal hope that we can continue the success of Gilbert's Turkey Grease Drive in years to come."
REV Biodiesel collects the grease and converts it into the biodegradable, non-toxic alternative fuel known as biodiesel at its processing plant in Gilbert. The 11,032 pounds of grease donated will generate 1,427 gallons of pure, eco-friendly biodiesel, which is also referred to as B100.
The grease collection drive is another example of Gilbert's commitment to developing the clean and renewable energy sector within the community. With a strategic focus to attract jobs, promote capital investment opportunities, and encourage new research and development efforts, Gilbert has been successful in attracting and retaining other industry-related firms such as Diversified Energy and Heliae.
About Gilbert
Gilbert, Arizona is located approximately 10 miles southeast of Phoenix, Arizona. With a population of 221,000, Gilbert was ranked the 4th fastest-growing large municipality in the nation according to CNN/Money Magazine. Gilbert also has one of the strongest K-12 education systems in Arizona and ranks 28th out of the top 100 best places to live in America. For more information about Gilbert, Arizona, call (480) 503-6010 or visit: www.gilberta.gov.
About REV Biodiesel
Based in Gilbert, Arizona, Pure Earth Energy Resources, LLC (PEER), dba REV Biodiesel, is positioned to capitalize on the significant experience and proven expertise of the principals, particularly in the development of efficient biodiesel operations and lean supply chain management models. REV is applying these proven models as a supplier of high quality alternative energy products for the biodiesel growth market, driven by the multiple factors of demand for efficient, competitively-priced renewable energy sources; environmental concerns; and government support.