Is the EU Waking Up to the Strategic Importance of Ethanol?

David Carpintero, Director General, ePURE, the European Renewable Ethanol Association

August 17, 2023

BY David Carpintero

Keynote, General Session Speakers Announced for 2026 International Biomass Conference & Expo

By Biomass Magazine

February 11, 2026

Biocarbon International

Biomass Magazine announced the general session speakers for the 2026 International Biomass Conference & Expo, scheduled for March 31 to April 2, 2026, at the Gaylord Opryland Resort & Convention Center in Nashville, Tennessee. The general session will be held Wed., April 1, and will feature the presentation of three industry awards, a keynote presentation, followed by a moderated roundtable discussion focused on biochar and biocarbon market development.

By Renewable Fuels Association

March 29, 2024

Policy International

The Renewable Fuels Association on March 28 filed a petition to intervene in support of a legal challenge brought by European ethanol producers against the European Union’s FuelEU Maritime Regulation.

By Erin Voegele

March 19, 2024

Feedstocks Operations International

UNICA, the Brazilian sugarcane industry association, has announced sugarcane processing in late February continued to trend above the previous year. Ethanol production, particularly from corn feedstock, was also up significantly.

By Erin Krueger

February 02, 2024

Feedstocks International Operations

UNICA, the Brazilian sugarcane industry association, has released data showing ethanol production was up significantly during the first half of January, with corn ethanol production up more than 50%. Ethanol sales were also up during the two-week period.

By ePURE

February 01, 2024

Policy International

European renewable ethanol producers have launched a legal challenge to the EU’s FuelEU Maritime Regulation on the grounds that it fails to properly recognize the proven benefits of sustainable crop-based biofuels.

Ethanol 101: Knowing the Industry You Serve

June 2, 2026

AMERICA'S CENTER | ST. LOUIS,MO

A pre-conference seminar to the Fuel Ethanol Workshop, Ethanol 101 will serve as a one day in-depth survey of the history, science, production and market basics of the ethanol industry. Populated by some of the industry’s most recognized professionals, this seminar will serve not only to bring you or your new employee up to speed on “must know” information about the ethanol industry, but will also provide a forum to meet respected industry representatives and network with them and their fellow seminar attendees.View More

Carbon Capture & Storage Summit

June 2-4, 2026

AMERICA'S CENTER | ST. LOUIS,MO

Capturing and storing carbon dioxide in underground wells has the potential to become the most consequential technological deployment in the history of the broader biofuels industry. Deploying effective carbon capture and storage at biofuels plants will cement ethanol and biodiesel as the lowest carbon liquid fuels commercially available in the marketplace. The Carbon Capture & Storage Summit will offer attendees a comprehensive look at the economics of carbon capture and storage, the infrastructure required to make it possible and the financial and marketplace impacts to participating producers. View More

International Fuel Ethanol Workshop & Expo

June 2-4, 2026

AMERICA'S CENTER | ST. LOUIS,MO

Now in its 42nd year, the FEW provides the ethanol industry with cutting-edge content and unparalleled networking opportunities in a dynamic business-to-business environment. As the largest, longest running ethanol conference in the world, the FEW is renowned for its superb programming—powered by Ethanol Producer Magazine —that maintains a strong focus on commercial-scale ethanol production, new technology, and near-term research and development. The event draws more than 2,300 people from over 31 countries and from nearly every ethanol plant in the United States and Canada.View More

Sustainable Fuels Summit: SAF, Renewable Diesel and Biodiesel

June 2-4, 2026

AMERICA'S CENTER | ST. LOUIS,MO

The Sustainable Fuels Summit: SAF, Renewable Diesel, and Biodiesel is a premier forum designed for producers of biodiesel, renewable diesel, and sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) to learn about cutting-edge process technologies, innovative techniques, and equipment to optimize existing production. Attendees will discover efficiencies that save money while increasing throughput and fuel quality. This world-class event features premium content from technology providers, equipment vendors, consultants, engineers, and producers to advance discussions and foster an environment of collaboration and networking. Through engaging presentations, fruitful discussions, and compelling exhibitions, the summit aims to push the biomass-based diesel sector beyond its current limitations.View More

North American SAF Conference & Expo

August 25-27, 2026

GREATER TACOMA CONVENTION CENTER | TACOMA,WASHINGTON

Taking place August 25-27, 2026 in Tacoma, Washington, the North American SAF Conference & Expo, produced by SAF Magazine, in collaboration with the Commercial Aviation Alternative Fuels Initiative (CAAFI) will showcase the latest strategies for aviation fuel decarbonization, solutions for key industry challenges, and highlight the current opportunities for airlines, corporations and fuel producers. The North American SAF Conference & Expo is designed to promote the development and adoption of practical solutions to produce SAF and decarbonize the aviation sector. Exhibitors will connect with attendees and showcase the latest technologies and services currently offered within the industry. During two days of live sessions, attendees will learn from industry experts and gain knowledge to become better informed to guide business decisions as the SAF industry continues to expand. View More