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 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.
The Minnesota Department of Agriculture on Aug. 25 announced it is seeking applications for its AGRI Biofuels Infrastructure Grant program, which supports the installation of fueling infrastructure for E15 and higher blends of ethanol.
SAF Magazine and the Commercial Aviation Alternative Fuels Initiative announced the addition of new speakers to the 2025 North American SAF Conference & Expo, taking place Sept. 22–24 at the Minneapolis Convention Center in Minneapolis.
The U.S. EPA on Aug. 22 issued decisions on 175 small refinery exemption (SRE) petitions, granting full or partial exemptions of Renewable Fuel Standard blending obligations for 143 petitions. According to the EPA, 13 SRE petitions remain pending.
The U.S. EPA on Aug. 21 released data showing more than 1.92 billion RINs were generated under the Renewable Fuel Standard in July, down from 2.26 billion generated during the same month of last year.
Novonesis on Aug. 21 reported that it’s Agriculture, Energy & Tech segment achieved 8% organic sales growth during the second quarter of 2025. The improvement was primarily driven by strong performance in the ethanol market.
ACE on Aug. 20 welcomed attendees of its 38th Annual Conference to Sioux Falls. The event featured discussions on advancing ethanol’s role in strengthening rural economies, cutting carbon emissions, and expanding market opportunities.
STX Group, a leading environmental commodities trader and climate solutions firm, on Aug. 13 announced the completion of the first successful delivery of sustainable aviation fuel certificates (SAFc).
Fluid Quip Technologies has announced the successful installation and startup of its DCO Technology system at Chippewa Valley Ethanol Co. in Benson, Minnesota. The technology is a cost-effective solution for boosting corn oil recovery.
U.S. fuel ethanol production fell by 2% the week ending Aug. 15, according to data released by the U.S. Energy Information Administration on Aug. 20. Stocks of fuel ethanol were up slightly while exports expanded by nearly 40%.
The RFA is kicking off an educational effort to help California’s fuel blenders, retailers and others in the supply chain prepare for the eventual arrival of the lower-cost E15 gasoline blend in the Golden State.
The American Coalition for Ethanol elected and re-elected members to its board of directors during the organization’s annual business meeting on Aug. 20, ahead of ACE’s 38th annual conference in Sioux Falls, South Dakota.
The Brazilian Development Bank (BNDES) on Aug. 11 announced it has approved R$625 million ($113.64 million) in financing to support the development of a 71.33 MMgy corn ethanol plant being built by São Martinho S/A.
Associated British Foods plc on Aug. 15 announced the closure of Vivergo, its U.K. bioethanol production plant in Hull, due to government regulatory decisions. The facility is expected to be idle by Aug. 31.
The RFA has added Ashley Viglione as its new government affairs associate in the Washington office, supporting RFA’s advocacy and policy efforts. She previously interned with the RFA during her junior and senior years of college.
World’s largest International Fuel Ethanol Workshop & Expo announces 2026 dates
By BBI International
August 18, 2025
Ethanol Producer Magazine has announced the 42th annual International Fuel Ethanol Workshop & Expo (FEW) will take place on June 2-4, 2026, at the America’s Center in St. Louis, Missouri.
The U.S. Energy Information Administration maintained its 2025 and 2026 forecasts for fuel ethanol production, exports and consumption in its latest Short-Term Energy Outlook, which was released Aug. 12.
Gevo Inc. on Aug. 11 released second quarter results, reporting positive net income and positive adjusted EBTIDA for the period. The company also confirmed it is prioritizing development of a 30 MMgy ethanol-to-jet project in North Dakota.
Aemetis Inc. released Q2 results, reporting increase revenue when compared to Q1. During an earnings call, company officials detailed progress with the company’s RNG, ethanol, biodiesel, SAF and carbon CCS projects.
Conestoga Energy on Aug. 14 announced the acquisition of SAFFiRE Renewables LLC, a process technology company that enables production of ultra-low carbon intensity ethanol and intermediates, from Southwest Airlines Renewable Ventures LLC.
U.S. fuel ethanol production expanded by 1% the week ending Aug. 8, according to data released by the U.S. Energy Information Administration on Aug. 13. Stocks of fuel ethanol fell by nearly 5% and exports were up 6%.
Green Plains Inc. on Aug. 11 announced its operating ethanol plants achieved 99% capacity utilization in Q2. Company officials also confirmed that all nine of its operating facilities are expected to qualify for the 45Z credit next year.
The current issue of Ethanol Producer Magazine focuses on the future of the industry.
Alto Ingredients Inc. on Aug. 6 released Q2 financial results, reporting improved adjusted EBITDA. President and CEO Bryon McGregor detailed the impact of improvement projects and discussed the value of 45Z credits the company expects to claim.
The public comment period on the U.S. EPA’s proposed rule to set 2026 and 2027 RFS RVOs and revise RFS regulations closed Aug. 8. Biofuel groups have largely expressed support for the proposal but also outlined several ways to improve the rulemaking.
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