
EVALUATING EFFICIENCY: Pictured is a molecular sieve bed at Alto Columbia, Oregon. A system evaluation revealed problems that impacted operational efficiency. PHOTO: HENGYE
May 4, 2026
BY Mark Binns
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In mid-April, USGBC Regional Ethanol Manager for the EU, the U.K. and Canada Stephanie Larson and USGBC ethanol sector members met with public and private representatives in Portugal and the U.K. to improve U.S. ethanol’s market presence.
Lummus Technology hasannounced GPS Renewables has selected its ethanol-to-jet technology for National Thermal Power Corp.’s Project at Pudimadaka, Andhra Pradesh, India. This is the first commercial license of Lummus' integrated ETJ technology
Novonesis has signed an agreement with Meihua to acquire a production facility in Rayong, Thailand for around $50 million, increasing the company’s footprint in Southeast Asia and strengthening its ability to serve customers worldwide.
Cleaner burning fuels, like ethanol, can reduce the human and environmental dangers of traditional cooking fuels. The USGBC is actively developing awareness of ethanol’s potential among international policymakers and consumers.
Valero Energy Corp. on April 30 released first quarter financial results, reporting a profitable three-month period for both its ethanol segment and Diamond Green Diesel joint venture, which produces renewable diesel and SAF.