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www.fueloilnews.com | FUEL OIL NEWS | JUNE 2015 11 A NOTE FROM AMERIGREEN ON ITS 10 TH ANNIVERSARY Diversification, energy freedom and a sus- tainable focus equal growth AMERIgreen Energy was born in response to decades of international conflicts waged over energy, and it has evolved with these ideals to serve the sustainable growth of retail fuel distributors throughout the Mid-Atlantic and New England regions. Ten years since opening its doors, AMERIgreen seeks opportunities to reverse trends of international fuel dependence as a provider of domestically produced refined products and renewable fuels, as well as marketing and hedging services. The company initially focused on one product: biodiesel. Over the years, industry trends spurred AMERIgreen to pursue diversification. Today, the company wholesales bio- diesel, refined fuels, propane, natural gas, electricity and lubricant products in addi- tion to providing brand marketing and hedging services to a growing network of AMERIgreen distributors and custom- ers. "As we've diversified and expanded our business from one to eight product lines in a relatively short time, it has been challenging," said Steve McCracken, pres- ident and CEO. "It is the vision of our ownership and the steadfast resolve of our employees that guide us to sustained growth and success." However, AMERIgreen measures suc- cess in more than dollars or company growth. Recognizing that energy choices made today affect future generations, the company focuses on additional bench- marks such as encouraging distributor customers to reduce their energy con- sumption and make smarter energy choices. These choices and the purchase of renewable, domestic energy help to bring the nation closer to independence from securing energy from unfriendly foreign nations. The company conducts regular audits to illustrate how fuel dollars are staying in the hands of Americans and the impact of consumer choices on reducing energy. The company's approach is paying off. Diversifying its offerings has led to com- pany profit. Using domestic, non-polluting renewable energy has created jobs, increased national security and strengthened the health of the nation. "It's hard to believe that 10 years have passed, as we still feel like a startup in many ways," McCracken added. "I am proud of our team at AMERIgreen. We have a very special group of people. Every day we strive to support one another and to provide exceptional service that has fostered deep, long-term customer rela- tionships. These special relationships have been pivotal to our success and reaching our 10-year anniversary." AMTHOR INTERNATIONAL INTRODUCES NEW MICROSITE FOR REFINED FUEL INDUSTRY Amthor International has developed and introduced a microsite for the refined fuel tank and truck industry, under the domain www.OilTrucks.com. This effort represents the first in a series of product specific microsites. T h e p u r p o s e o f t h e A m t h o r International refined fuel microsite is to provide complete detail and fast infor- mation to this specific industry. This microsite features full specifications and photos of the Amthor refined fuel line, product features and benefits, as well as information about Amthor International, I n c . w w w . O i l T r u c k s . c o m p r o v i d e s contact information and a link to the complete Amthor International site for access to other lines of tanks, stock units, tank financing, photos and much more. The microsite is easily accessible on smart phones, tablets and computers. "Our goal is to develop microsites for FUELS EIA N E W S