Our Mission Statement
Western Dubuque Biodiesel is committed to developing and operating a Biodiesel facility that will produce a cost-effective and environmentally friendly fuel, while supporting agriculture and reducing America's dependence on foreign oil.
Company Profile
Western Dubuque Biodiesel LLC was formed in November 2005 by a group of eastern Iowa farmers and business people. A site was secured west of the Farley Industrial Park, adjacent to U.S. Highway 20 and the CN railroad.
Western Dubuque Biodiesel was supported by a strong network of industry, agricultural, development, engineering, and transportation partners.
Strategic Consultants & Partners
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The Biodiesel Group |
West Central Cooperative |
Renewable Energy Group |
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Todd & Sargent, Inc. |
Heartland Marketing Group |
Wayne Seaman Enterprises |
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Christianson & Associates, PLLP |
Renewable Energy Development Group |
Greater Dubuque Development Corporation |
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CN (Canadian National) Railroad |
Farley Industrial Development Corporation |
Weitz Agricultural |
Development & Construction
June 6, 2006 Western Dubuque Biodiesel, LLC set a record by raising the $19.2 million of equity needed in one day.
July 14, 2006 Working with Renewable Energy Group, Todd & Sargent, Inc., and Weitz Agricultural, construction of the 30-million-gallon-per-year biodiesel facility began.
August 1, 2007 Production began at the facility in Farley, Iowa.
Facility Location
The plant is located in Farley, Iowa, adjacent to the CN rail line and U.S. Highway 20. The facility was designed with a production capacity of 30 million gallons of biodiesel per year.
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