The U.S. DOE on June 12 released an update of its 45ZCF-GREET model, which is used to calculate fuel emissions rates for the 45Z clean fuel production credit. Release of the model provides much-needed certainty for the U.S. renewable fuel industry.
U.S. Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins reiterated support for E15 and confirmed that release of USDA feedstock guidance related to the 45Z clean fuel production credit is imminent during a June 10 hearing held by the Senate Agriculture Committee.
The US ethanol sector believes the push for year-round E15 access has substantial momentum after years of policy fights, Emily Skor, CEO of Growth Energy, said in an interview.
Compliance credits for biomass-based diesel and ethanol have doubled in value since the start of this year. The credits, known as RINs, have increased in price, mostly because of higher U.S. biofuel blending targets.
U.S. Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins on June 4 confirmed that release of the USDA’s feedstock guidelines to inform 45Z clean fuel production credit implementation “is imminent” with release scheduled for “this summer.”
The International Air Transport Association on June 6 announced its analysis shows global SAF production is expected to reach approximately 2.4 million metric tons (792.6 million gallons) this year, accounting for 0.8% of total aviation fuel use.
The July issue of Ethanol Producer Magazine explores fermentation, markets, policy, feedstock use and the industry’s remarkable near-term outlook.
Japan’s Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry has released proposed default greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions values for Brazilian corn ethanol, Thai sugarcane ethanol and Thai cassava ethanol, according to a report filed with the USDA.
Renewable Fuels Association President and CEO Geoff Cooper calls on the Senate to pass E15 legislation.
Policymakers in the European Union have been changing their tone when it comes to biofuels, including ethanol.
Global upheaval, E15 tailwinds, landmark RVOs and other factors push ethanol into the most promising environment the industry has seen in years.
The RNG Coalition on June 1 filed a lawsuit in the U.S. Court of Appeals for the D.C. Circuit challenging the U.S. EPA’s decision to partially waive the 2025 cellulosic renewable volume obligation (RVO) in its recent RFS “Set 2” rule.
The American Fuel & Petrochemical Manufacturers on May 29 filed a lawsuit in the U.S. Court of Appeals for the D.C. Circuit challenging the U.S. EPA’s Renewable Fuel Standard “Set 2” rule, which was finalized by the agency in March.
Sen. Chuck Grassley, R-Iowa, on June 1 reminded his colleagues that the E15 legislation currently under consideration by the U.S. Senate would not mandate the use of E15. Rather the bill would allow for increased consumer choice.
Growth Energy CEO Emily Skor on June 3 delivered keynote remarks at the 42nd annual International Fuel Ethanol Workshop & Expo, highlighting recent victories for America’s ethanol industry and outlining the path ahead for continued growth.
The Office of the U.S. Trade Representative on June 1 released initial findings regarding its investigation of Brazil’s unfair trade practices and has proposed to apply 25% tariffs on nearly all Brazilian goods exported to the U.S.
Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds on June1 signed a bill that exempts fuel blends containing more than 85% ethanol from the state’s motor vehicle excise tax when the fuel is used exclusively to fuel agricultural equipment.
Growth Energy on June 2 urged Ohio lawmakers to advance a bill that would give drivers on the Ohio Turnpike greater access to E15, a fuel blend made with 15% homegrown ethanol that sells for 30 cents less per gallon on average.
A full-page advertisement appearing three times in the Des Moines Register, starting June 2, recognizes Iowa lawmakers for leading the fight to pass year-round E15 legislation through the House of Representatives.
With the summer gasoline season officially starting June 1, the RFA again thanked President Donald Trump and EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin for taking decisive action to allow continued sales of lower-cost, cleaner-burning E15 this summer.
Growth Energy on May 29 urged the U.S. Treasury Department today to finalize its guidance for the 45Z clean fuel production tax credit in a way that increases flexibility and maximizes the incentive’s impact.
Nebraska Ethanol Board on May 19 joined Nebraska Gov. Jim Pillen in proclaiming May as Renewable Fuels Month. The state’s 24 ethanol plants produce more than 2 billion gallons of renewable fuel annually.
BASF and Arva on May 26 announced a strategic collaboration to help biofuel producers and farmers capture the full value of the 45Z clean fuel production credit once the implementing regulations are finalized.
ACE on May 28 urged Treasury and IRS to swiftly finalize practical and workable regulations implementing the Section 45Z clean fuel production credit, emphasizing the importance of fully recognizing low-carbon farming practices within the program.
In testimony provided at a public hearing on May 27, the Renewable Fuels Association urged the U.S. Department of Treasury to swiftly finalize “clear, stable, and practical regulations” implementing the Section 45Z Clean Fuel Production Credit.
The RFA will provide attendees at this year’s International Fuel Ethanol Workshop and Expo with many opportunities to learn and connect, both onstage and off. The event takes place June 2–4 at the America’s Center in downtown St. Louis.
Sen. Pete Ricketts, R-Neb., on May 21 led a bipartisan resolution to designate May 2026 as Renewable Fuels Month. The resolution highlights the critical role renewable fuels play in lowering fuel prices and unleashing American energy independence.
More than 1.93 billion RINs were generated under the RFS in April, up 3% when compared to the same month of last year, according to data released by the U.S. EPA on May 21. Total RIN generation for the first four months of 2026 reached 7.51 billion.
The U.S. EPA on May 21 published data showing one new small refinery exemption (SRE) petition was filed under the RFS during the past month. The agency also changed the status of two compliance year 2024 SRE petitions from “ineligible” to “pending.”
The IRFA on May 19 filed a formal request with the Iowa Utilities Commission asking that a hearing schedule be established for Summit Carbon Solutions’ carbon capture, use, and sequestration (CCUS) pipeline project.
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