On December 15, 2010, the Canadian Government brought into force the Renewable Fuels Regulations (SOR/2010-189) (the “Regulations”), which apply broadly to parties operating within the renewable and non-renewable fuel sectors in Canada. The Regulations introduce a five percent renewable fuel content requirement for gasoline produced or imported in Canada. There is also a two percent renewable content requirement for diesel fuel and heating oil, which is currently not in force, and is expected to be implemented by future amendment (pending the completion of a feasibility assessment).

This article discusses the Regulations in greater depth.

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