I cannot speak for every one of our members in every region because they have their respective policy directions. However, I would point out that the CPPI represents two of the three biggest producers and distributors of ethanol fuel in Canada, that is Suncor, which operates a very large ethanol production plant in Ontario, and Husky, which has plants in two provinces and supplies ethanol fuel to most service stations.
We want to stress that quick passage of Bill C-33 is critical because we must be in a position to make the necessary retrofits so that renewable fuels can be blended at service stations, distribution terminals and refineries. That is a relatively easy process in the case of ethanol, since automobile technology allows for up to 10%, and sometimes more, of the content of blended fuel to be ethanol. This objective, while not readily attainable, is feasible thanks to technology, our understanding of the process and science.
Regarding biodiesel fuel, there are a number of technical considerations that must be examined. That explains why we are working in conjunction with the Canadian Renewable Fuels Association, the Canola Council of Canada and associations like Climate Change Centre to establish parameters. As far as the consumer is concerned, we are the last step in the process. We need to ensure that the product sold at the pump meets consumer expectations and needs. A number of technical challenges stand in the way of that goal.
As Mr. Carrignan said earlier, we are scheduled to hear from NRCan and Environment Canada representatives in a few minutes' time to work on developing other scientific programs with a view to determining which components continue to be problematic and need to be addressed as quickly as possible. We have said that we support a reduction of between 2% and 5%, as well as the passage of the bill. I hope that answers your question.