EPA extends ULSD deadline
EPA announced that it will extend the transition period for retail diesel outlets to provide ultra-low-sulfur diesel (ULSD) from September 1 to October 15, 2006. During this time, the sulfur limit for on-highway diesel fuel is 22 ppm; the 15-ppm requirement goes into effect October 16, 2006. The extension addresses concerns raised by refiners, suppliers and stakeholders that diesel sulfur levels may