Growth Energysubmitted comments to the U.S. Treasury and U.S. Internal Revenue Service on Sept. 8, calling on the agencies to act quickly to make the most of the Section 45Z clean fuel production tax credit.
The U.S. corn ethanol industry continues to stand out for employing military veterans and maintaining a diverse workforce, according to the 2025 U.S. Energy & Employment Report recently released by the U.S. Department of Energy.
Understanding Energy Attribute Certificates and how they can help ethanol producers maximize their 45Z credits.
Support from NCGA and its state corn grower associations has allowed Clemson University and John Deere to move forward on a cutting-edge U.S. DOE project that could open major markets for ethanol in farm equipment, despite federal funding delays.
In August, the U.S. Grains & BioProducts Council traveled across the Philippines to conduct technical seminars and workshops aimed at improving feed formulation strategies and providing advice on the logistics of sourcing U.S. commodities.
U.S. fuel ethanol was up slightly the week ending Aug. 29, according to data released by the U.S. Energy Information Administration on Sept. 4. Stocks of fuel ethanol were also up slightly and exports were down 26%.
The U.S. exported 164.38 million gallons of ethanol and 1.06 million metric tons of distillers grains in July, according to data released by the USDA on Sept. 4. Ethanol exports were up when compared to July 2024.
The White House Office of Management and Budget on Sept. 4 published its Spring 2025 Unified Agenda of Regulatory and Deregulatory Actions, which confirms the U.S. EPA plans to finalize its Renewable Fuel Standard “Set 2” rule by October.
The California Senate on Sept. 3 voted 39 to zero in favor of a bill that aims to immediately allow E15 sales within the state. The bill, AB 30, will now head to Gov. Gavin Newsom’s desk for his approval. Newsom is expected to sign the bill.
The USDA Economic Research Service on Aug. 28 released its latest quarterly trade outlook report, announcing the agency now expects the value of FY 2025 ethanol exports to reach $4.5 billion, up from the May outlook of $4.3 billion.
The Renewable Fuels Association and Growth Energy called on the U.S. Trade Representative to take action against Brazil’s unfair trade practices during a public hearing held Sept. 3 regarding USTR’s Section 301 investigation of Brazil.
The American Coalition for Ethanol introduced a powerful new tool this week at the California Fuels + Convenience Alliance Summit to help fuel marketers seize the opportunity of E15: the E15 Cost Calculator.
The U.S. EPA on Aug. 29 resubmitted its proposed “Set 2” Renewable Fuel Standard rulemaking to the White House Office of Management and Budget, in a move that could indicate the agency is considering a major change to its current RFS proposal.
The U.S. EIA on Aug. 29 released data showing total U.S. operable biofuels capacity expanded slightly in June, with small gains for both ethanol and renewable diesel. Feedstock consumption was up when compared to the previous month.
Sen. Joni Ernst, R-Iowa, a staunch supporter of the agriculture and biofuels industries, on Sept. 2 announced she will not seek reelection next year. IRFA and IBB have spoken out to commend her leadership in renewable fuels.
The National Corn Growers Association in late August continued to raise alarm about the economic crisis hitting rural America, as commodity prices drop at a time when input costs remain at near-record highs.
The U.S. Grains & BioProducts Council’s office in Japan held a technical ethanol workshop in August as a follow up to the On-Road Ethanol Conference in June to speak about the roadmap and challenges of introducing of E10 and E20 in the country.
LanzaTech Global Inc. on Sept. 2 announced the company has partnered with Fraunhofer Institute for Interfacial Engineering and Biotechnology IGB and the Mibelle Group to develop a HEFA pathway for SAF using a palm oil alternative.
On Aug. 25, 2025, the Monday before Labor Day weekend, the retail price of regular gasoline averaged $3.15 per gallon (gal) across the United States, 5% (or 17 cents/gal) lower than at the same time last year.
Green Plains Inc. on Aug. 19 announced the appointment of Chris Osowski as CEO and member of the board of directors, effective immediately. The company also appointed Trent Collins as senior vice president of operations.
The New York State Energy Research and Development Authority on Aug. 20 announced the availability of up to $7.8 million to support pilot-scale and demonstration-scale projects within the state that convert waste streams into low-carbon fuels.
The U.S. EPA on Aug. 14 published a list of 165 candidates who have been nominated to service on the agency’s Science Advisory Board. The agency is accepting public comments on the nominees through Sept. 4.
Five years after the COVID-19 national emergency was declared, gasoline demand, distillate demand, and jet fuel demand all remain less than pre-pandemic averages, according to the U.S. Energy Information Administration.
U.S. fuel ethanol production fell slightly the week ending Aug. 22, according to data released by the U.S. Energy Information Administration on Aug. 27. Stocks of fuel ethanol were down nearly 1% and exports were down 30%.
Green Plains Inc. and POET on Aug. 27 announced an agreement under which Green Plains will sell its 120 MMgy Obion ethanol plant located in Rives, Tennessee, to POET for $190 million in cash. The transaction is expected to close in Q3.
Rex American Resources Corp. on Aug. 27 released financial results for its fiscal second quarter, reporting the capacity expansion and CCS projects at its One Earth Energy facility in Gibson City, Illinois, are progressing as scheduled.
The USDA recently released its Grain Crushings and Co-Products Production report for August, reporting that corn use for fuel alcohol production in June way up when compared to both the previous month and June 2024.
The American Coalition for Ethanol honored a select group of advocates for their contributions to the ethanol industry during its 38th annual conference in Sioux Falls, South Dakota.
Sumitomo Chemical on Aug. 20 announced it has constructed and begun operation of a pilot facility at the Sodegaura site of its Chiba Works for its new proprietary process to produce propylene directly from ethanol.
Universal Fuel Technologies’ ethanol-to-jet SAF produced via the company’s Flexiforming technology has been accepted into the ASTM D4054 Clearinghouse, which supports the technical evaluation of new aviation fuels, for qualification.
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