by Tushar Chhabhaya (Aarya Automobiles/The News Motion/Times of India) ... Two technologies have emerged as frontrunners in the quest for a
ethanol benefits
Back TO HOMENDTV Explainer: The Benefits of a Car Running 100% on Ethanol
(NDTV) Toyota, in a statement, said that the Ethanol-powered Innova will be the world's first BS-VI (Stage-II) electrified flex fuel vehicle. Union
August 29, 2023 Read Full Article
Carbon Reduction Front And Center At Biofuels Summit In Korea
(U.S. Grains Council) U.S. Grains Council (USGC) leaders, Chairman Josh Miller and President and CEO Ryan LeGrand, traveled to Seoul, South
July 24, 2023 Read Full Article
Plugging in an FFV? The Best of Both Worlds
by Geoff Cooper (Renewable Fuels Association) Earlier this year, the Renewable Fuels Association unveiled our 2022 Ford Escape plug-in hybrid electric
July 22, 2023 Read Full Article
IRFA Calls on EPA to Finalize Overdue Midwest Governors' Year-Round E15 Fix
(Iowa Renewable Fuels Association) Still No Final Decision Two Months After Public Comment Period Closed, Eleven Months after Congressional Deadline
June 23, 2023 Read Full Article
New Book Exposes EPA, Oil Industry’s Role in Ensuring the Dominance of High-Emission Fuels: Gasolinegate Debuts
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) In Washington, emails obtained through the Freedom of Information Act show that EPA and oil interests
June 13, 2023 Read Full Article
New Issue Brief Challenges the EV Vision: Biofuels and a Technology Neutral Strategy the Better Approach
(Clean Fuels Development Coalition) The widespread introduction of electric vehicles as a means of reducing carbon emissions presents a far greater
June 12, 2023 Read Full Article
Doug Sombke: Carbon Sequestration Remains a Pipe Dream. Ethanol Fuel Already Has Value
by Doug Sombke (South Dakota Farmers Union/Farm Forum) ... The recent study by South Dakota ethanol producers estimating a value
June 07, 2023 Read Full Article
Ethanol: From Road to Air Transport
by Phillipe Marchand (Transport Energy Strategies) ... Qualification for sustainability: Two issues are at the heart of the criticism of biofuels
June 01, 2023 Read Full Article
Kansas Corn CEO Josh Roe Testifies before House Oversight Committee .
(Kansas Corn/Farm Progress) Kansas corn farmers ask committee to not shut out biofuels as a climate solution -- Testifying at a House
May 24, 2023 Read Full Article
RFA Thanks Sen. Ricketts, Colleagues for Renewable Fuels Month Recognition
(Renewable Fuels Association) The Renewable Fuels Association today thanked Sen. Pete Ricketts (R-NE) and eight additional Senate colleagues for a resolution naming May
May 16, 2023 Read Full Article
Local View: Supporting Farmers, State
by Jan TenBensel (Lincoln Journal Star/Nebraska Ethanol Board) May and warm weather are officially here, bringing the beginning of driving
May 16, 2023 Read Full Article
Ethanol: The Perfect Fuel for Earth Day
by Mikayla McKenna (Renewable Fuels Association) On Saturday we celebrate Earth Day, which is the perfect time to highlight the many
April 20, 2023 Read Full Article
Al-Corn Clean Fuel Hosts Triton High School Students
(Minnesota Bio-Fuels Association) Twelve students from Triton High School’s agricultural economics class visited Al-Corn Clean Fuel on March 15 to get
March 31, 2023 Read Full Article
New Ulm High School Students Visit Heartland Corn Products
(Minnesota Bio-Fuels Association) Nineteen students from New Ulm High School toured Heartland Corn Products today to learn about ethanol production. “It was
March 31, 2023 Read Full Article
USGC: Study Showcases Ethanol’s Advantages in Various Countries
(U.S. Grains Council/Ethanol Producer Magazine) The U.S. Grains Council recently partnered with Turner, Mason & Company (TM&C), a leading energy research
March 27, 2023 Read Full Article
Nigeria Fuel Ethanol Cost Benefit Analysis Study
(Turner Mason and Company/U.S. Grains Council) There is only one grade of gasoline in Nigeria, a 91 RON regular. The
March 08, 2023 Read Full Article
Farm Economy Boosted by Ethanol Industry
by Brent Barnett (Brownfield Ag News) The latest Rural Mainstreet Index shows the ethanol industry is strengthening the ag economy. Ernie
February 21, 2023 Read Full Article
PM Modi Rolls out 20% Ethanol-Blended Petrol in 11 States/UTs
(The Hindu/PTI) It has been launched ahead of the planned rollout in April, at the India Energy Week in Bengaluru.
February 07, 2023 Read Full Article
2023 NEC Preview: How Do Consumers Really Feel about Ethanol?
by Ken Colombini (Renewable Fuels Association) ... These biannual focus group sessions complement nationwide polling RFA undertakes each quarter, for a
January 02, 2023 Read Full Article
RFA Endorses Stronger LCFS, Complementary Actions in California
(Renewable Fuels Association) In comments submitted today (December 20, 2022) to the California Air Resources Board, the Renewable Fuels Association stressed its
December 21, 2022 Read Full Article
Growth Energy Flags Twisted Facts from Reuters, Again
(Growth Energy) Growth Energy CEO Emily Skor released the following statement in response to a highly misleading article from Reuters about
December 20, 2022 Read Full Article
Opinion: Unleaded 88, E85 Help Lower Your Cost at Pump. Congress Can Help Ethanol Do More.
by Tadd Nicholson (Ohio Corn and Wheat Growers Association./Columbus Dispatch) ... Fortunately for Ohio drivers, an increasing number of retailers across
December 06, 2022 Read Full Article
Columbia Economist Wrong on Ethanol’s Benefits
by Scott Richman (Renewable Fuels Association) As a proud graduate of Columbia University’s School of International and Public Affairs (SIPA), I
November 23, 2022 Read Full Article
Illinois Should Do More to Take Advantage of Affordable,Clean Energy through Ethanol
by Steffen Mueller (Chicago Sun-Times/Univesity of Illinois at Chicago) Using higher blends of ethanol is the kind of innovative solution
November 22, 2022 Read Full Article
Gov. Ricketts Announces EPA Approval of State’s Expanded E30 Demonstration Project
(Office of Governor Pete Ricketts) Today, Governor Pete Ricketts announced that the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has approved the continuation
October 21, 2022 Read Full Article
Encouraging Farmers to Fuel up with Their Crop at the Pump
by Amie Simpson (Brownfield Ag News) The Ohio Corn and Wheat Growers Association is encouraging farmers to fuel up with their
September 22, 2022 Read Full Article
RFA and Ethanol at the Farm Progress Show
by Cindy Zimmerman (AgWired) Ethanol was in the spotlight at the Farm Progress Show in Iowa this week and the Renewable Fuels Association was there
September 06, 2022 Read Full Article
EPA Issues Fuel Waiver for Four States Impacted by Bp Refinery Shutdown
(U.S. Environmental Protection Agency) As part of the Federal Government’s response to a fire and shutdown at the Bp Whiting Refinery
August 30, 2022 Read Full Article
The Global Reach of U.S. Ethanol
by Geoff Cooper (Renewable Fuels Association) As clean energy supporters across the globe celebrate World Biofuels Day, today seemed like the
August 10, 2022 Read Full Article
Growth Energy Testifies on Ozone Implementation Plans for Denver Metro Area
(Growth Energy) Growth Energy Senior Vice President of Regulatory Affairs Chris Bliley testified before the Denver Regional Air Quality Council on the role
August 08, 2022 Read Full Article
RFA: California Takes Big Step toward E15 Approval with Release of Emissions Study
(Renewable Fuels Association) The state of California took an important step toward approving the use of cleaner, lower-cost E15 today (July
July 18, 2022 Read Full Article
Industry Debunks Ethanol Myths
by Tom Doran (AgriNews) Renewable fuel boosters did some “myth busting” and discussed ethanol’s role in gasoline prices during a June
July 08, 2022 Read Full Article
Exclusive-Britain, Germany Push G7 for Halt to Biofuel Mandates to Tame Food Prices
by Sarah McFarlane (Reuters/Global Banking and Finance Review) Officials from some G7 countries, including Germany and Britain, will push for temporary
June 24, 2022 Read Full Article
Ethanol vs. Petroleum-Based Fuel Carbon Emissions
by Valerie Sarisky-Reed (U.S. Department of Energy) Biofuels have been proven to emit significantly lower greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions than petroleum-based fuels,
June 24, 2022 Read Full Article
What Is Ethanol Blending and How Can It Reduce Imports of Petroleum?
by Pooja Yadav (India Times) PM Modi informed that India has achieved the target of 10% ethanol blending, 5 months ahead
June 20, 2022 Read Full Article
Fuels Institute Explores Carbon Benefits of Biofuels
(NACS) The white paper will help spark conversation on finding an answer to reducing emissions from all vehicles. -- The Fuels
June 15, 2022 Read Full Article
Renewable Fuels Offer Simultaneous Economic, Environmental and National Security Benefits
by Reid Detchon and Bart Ruth (United Nations Foundation and Solutions from the Land, respectively) Why are drivers in Watertown, S.D.,
June 15, 2022 Read Full Article
Growth Energy Testifies before CARB on Advanced Clean Cars II Regulation
(Growth Energy) Growth Energy Senior Vice President of Regulatory Affairs Chris Bliley testified before the California Air Resources Board (CARB) in response to
June 13, 2022 Read Full Article
Biofuel Blending to Slash Petrol Price, Emissions
by Munawar Hasan (The News International) Pakistan should focus on introducing use of biofuel in the domestic market in financial year
June 08, 2022 Read Full Article
Clearing the Air on E15 and Smog
by Geoff Cooper (Renewable Fuels Association/Ethanol Producer Magazine) ... In 2017 congressional testimony, Dr. Janet Yanowitz of EcoEngineering Inc., an environmental
June 07, 2022 Read Full Article
Consider Switch to Ethanol Blend
by Sarah McNaughton (Young Dakota Living/Farm Progress) With its lower price and other benefits, ethanol could be a smart choice
May 28, 2022 Read Full Article
USGC Engagement Helps Allow US Ethanol to Enter Indonesian Market
(U.S. Grains Council/Ethanol Producer Magazine) U.S. ethanol can now enter the Indonesian market by way of pre-blended fuel following the recent
May 09, 2022 Read Full Article
Ethanol against the World!
by Matt Reese and Dusty Sonnenberg (Ohio's Country Journal) ... “In a life cycle analysis of ethanol and electric vehicles, you
April 22, 2022 Read Full Article
Off-Roading with Ethanol
by Parker Schulte (Brownfield Ag News/Managing for Profit) In this episode of Missouri Corn Talk Robert White with the Renewable
April 19, 2022 Read Full Article
Mundo UFG Presents Series of Interviews on Solutions to Climate Change: This Episode Focuses on Ethanol
(RTVEFone Foundation/Federal University of Goiás) Mundo UFG, programming on the campus-based TV UFG at the Federal University of Goiás, highlighted
March 29, 2022 Read Full Article
ETHANOL Outlook Sunny; Try Again
by Geogg Cooper (Renewable Fuels Association/Minneapolis Star Tribune) Contrary to the assertions of the March 13 article "Ethanol's emissions clouding its benefits," ethanol's
March 21, 2022 Read Full Article
RFA’s Cooper: Ethanol Has Historic Opportunity to Cut Carbon, Lower Fuel Prices
(Renewable Fuels Association) In his annual State of the Industry Address, Renewable Fuels Association President and CEO Geoff Cooper said that, while
February 23, 2022 Read Full Article
Renewable Fuel Standard Has Been a ‘Resounding Success,’ RFA Tells Senate EPW Committee
(Renewable Fuels Association) Enacted in 2005 and expanded in 2007, the Renewable Fuels Standard has been a “resounding success” by any
February 16, 2022 Read Full Article
Why Are Certain Crops Used to Make Biofuels?
(Sustainable, Secure Food Blog) ... Biofuels are a low-carbon fuel option that we can use to make a difference right
January 25, 2022 Read Full Article
Vilsack Says the Future for Biofuels Remains Bright
by Erin Voegele (Ethanol Producer Magazine) Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack discussed the important role biofuels and biobased manufacturing play in the
January 21, 2022 Read Full Article
IOC to Roll out 10% Ethanol Blended Petrol across the North East, 100% Rollout in Guwahati
by Bikash Singh (Economic Times) The blending of 10 % ethanol in Petrol in India is a practice which is nearly
January 13, 2022 Read Full Article
300,000 Kenyan Household Subscribers on KOKO's Clean Fuel Platform
(KOKO Networks) Team KOKO today celebrated the company's latest sales milestone, with more than 300,000 household subscribers on our clean fuel
December 31, 2021 Read Full Article
USGC Promotes US Ethanol at Seoul Mobility Show
(U.S. Grains Council) To convey the benefits of ethanol to government and industry stakeholders, the media and consumers, the U.S. Grains
December 22, 2021 Read Full Article
RFA to COP26: Ethanol a Smart Choice Right Now for Decarbonization Goals
(Renewable Fuels Association) As leaders from around the world descend on Glasgow, Scotland for the 26th U.N. Climate Change Conference, also
October 29, 2021 Read Full Article
Deere Invests in Ethanol Diesel Engine: ClearFlame Secures $17 Million to Commercialize Ethanol Diesel Engine Tech
by Todd Neeley (DTN Progressive Farmer) Count John Deere among the companies investing in a startup company developing a heavy-duty truck
October 29, 2021 Read Full Article
What Is E85 Gas and Should You Use It?
by Andy Jensen (Advanced Auto Parts) ... E85 is widely available, an affordable alternative for many popular vehicles. Here's why
October 22, 2021 Read Full Article
Tuatara Expands Alternative Fuel Options
(SSC North America) SSC Enhances Sustainability, Flexibility, Accessibility -- SSC North America expands flexible-fuel capabilities of its powertrain assembly to meet
October 05, 2021 Read Full Article
White Bear Lake Drivers Win with E15
(Minnesota Bio-Fuels Association) The Minnesota Bio-Fuels Association (MN Bio-Fuels) and KS95 FM teamed up on Sept 15 to educate drivers on
September 16, 2021 Read Full Article
U.S. Department of Energy, India's Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas, and US-India Strategic Partnership Forum Launch the India-US Task Force on Biofuels
(MENAFN) Indian Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas (MoPNG) and the U.S. Department of Energy (DoE) today announced the launch of
September 13, 2021 Read Full Article
The World Has Finally Stopped Using Leaded Gasoline. Algeria Used The Last Stockpile
by Camila Domonoske (NPR) The final holdout, Algeria, used up the last of its stockpile of leaded gasoline in July. That's
August 31, 2021 Read Full Article
Comments on New Zealand’s Blending Policy Show Ethanol’s Role in GHG Reductions
(U.S. Grains Council) Ethanol’s greenhouse gas (GHG) reduction benefits could help New Zealand lower emissions by 30 percent by 2030, reaching
August 31, 2021 Read Full Article
Bustos Introduces “Bold and Innovative” Legislation to Reduce Vehicle Emissions, Limit Harmful Aromatics and Increase Biofuels Demand
(Office of Cheri Bustos (D-IL-17)) Industry leaders praise bill, Bustos as champion for clean liquid fuels -- U.S. Representatives Cheri Bustos
August 26, 2021 Read Full Article
Pete Ricketts: Strengthening Energy Reliability and Independence
by Pete Ricketts (Star Herald) ... The People’s Republic of China produces the vast majority of the rare earth minerals
August 25, 2021 Read Full Article
New Proposed Federal Greenhouse Gas, Vehicle Efficiency Standards: A Missed Opportunity to Address Climate Change Now DEADLINE for Public Comment: September 27, 2021
(Solutions from the Land) Earlier this month, the EPA published in the Federal Register a rule proposing its Revised 2023 and Later Model Year Light-Duty Vehicle
August 20, 2021 Read Full Article
Comments on New Zealand’s Blending Policy Show Ethanol’s Role in GHG Reductions
(U.S. Grains) Ethanol’s greenhouse gas (GHG) reduction benefits could help New Zealand lower emissions by 30 percent by 2030, reaching net
August 16, 2021 Read Full Article
RFA Founder Calls for Correction of EPA Transportation Office’s “Shocking Miscarriage of Environmental Justice”
(Dakota Ag Energy) Speaking to the 14th Annual Bioenergy Conference hosted by Brazilian government and industry stakeholders, the founder of
August 10, 2021 Read Full Article
Its Time to Make Long-Lasting and Transformative Investments in Biofuels
by Representative Angie Craig (D-MN 2nd) (The Hill) ... I’m a supporter of biofuels. Biofuels offer predictability for farmers, drive
July 28, 2021 Read Full Article
RFA Pledge to President: Ethanol to Achieve Net Zero Emissions by 2050 or Sooner
(Renewable Fuels Association) In a letter sent today to President Joe Biden, Renewable Fuels Association members from across the country memorialized their commitment
July 28, 2021 Read Full Article
Setting the Record Straight on Renewable Fuels
(Office of Senator Chuck Grassley (R-I)) Prepared Floor Remarks by U.S. Senator Chuck Grassley of Iowa Setting the Record Straight on Renewable
July 23, 2021 Read Full Article
Feinstein, Toomey, Menendez, Collins Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Repeal Ethanol Mandate
(Office of Senator Dianne Feinstein (D-CA)) Senators Dianne Feinstein (D-Calif.), Pat Toomey (R-Pa.), Bob Menendez (D-N.J.) and Susan Collins (R-Maine) today
July 21, 2021 Read Full Article
Fischer: More Choices and Cleaner Fuel at the Gas Pump
(Office of Senator Deb Fischer (R-NE)) ... The Consumer and Fuel Retailer Choice Act, which I reintroduced with Sen. Amy
July 20, 2021 Read Full Article
Nebraska Corn Board Targets Motorists in California through Ethanol Infrastructure Grant
(KUVR/Nebraska Corn Board) The Nebraska Corn Board (NCB) has long provided infrastructure grants to fuel retailers and supported local ethanol expansion
July 13, 2021 Read Full Article
Sen. Amy Klobuchar Tours Hormel Institute
by Mike Stoll (Austin Daily Herald) ... During the tour, Klobuchar (Senatory Amy Klobuchar D-MN) learned of the Institute’s research into
July 09, 2021 Read Full Article
Research Suggests Use of Biofuels Reduces Cancer Risk
(Renewable Fuels Association) Review points to fewer toxic chemicals in ethanol-blended gasoline emissions -- A newly published review of top scientific literature
July 08, 2021 Read Full Article
Prime the Pump: C-Stores Stand Ready to Offer E15 Nationwide
by Steve Lang (Vital) E15 compatible with nearly all existing fuel infrastructure -- For the 2,300 C-stores across the country
June 29, 2021 Read Full Article
Market Experts Testify before the House of Commons Parliamentary Committee on Canada's Low-Carbon and Renewable Fuels Industry
(Renewable Industries Canada/JWN Energy) Renewable Industries Canada Board members highlight the essential role domestic biofuel producers play in providing Canadians
June 25, 2021 Read Full Article
Readers React: Clean Energy Sources Support Green Jobs
by Carol Werner (Morning Call) A June 7 column criticized the Renewable Fuel Standard, reflecting arguments we’ve heard from oil refiners
June 24, 2021 Read Full Article
Get Bioethanol Set to Wave Green Flag on New Era in NASCAR’s Return to Nashville
(NASCAR) Change is in the air as NASCAR gets ready to hold its first-ever Cup Series race at Nashville Superspeedway. On
June 21, 2021 Read Full Article
Daschle: New Administration Could Put Ethanol into ‘Orbit’
by Mikkel Pates (AgWeek) Former Senate Majority Leader Tom Daschle, D-S.D., talks about corn ethanol opportunities in the Biden administration
June 15, 2021 Read Full Article
A Two for One – Biofuels Reduce Carbon for Both Climate and Health
by Dave VanderGriend (Urban Air Initiative/Biofuels Digest) ... Carbon emissions include not just CO2 but a range of unburned hydrocarbons that
June 08, 2021 Read Full Article
Letter: Ethanol Checks All the Boxes
by Jan tenBensel (Nebraska Ethanol Board/Lincoln Journal/Star) Addressing Ron Todd-Meyer's Local View ("Change. It's what's for dinner," May 25), ethanol
June 04, 2021 Read Full Article
India Brings forward by 2 Years 20% Ethanol Blend to Gasoline
(Reuters) India's government will bring forward to 2023 from 2025 the possibility of fuel companies selling gasoline containing up to 20%
June 03, 2021 Read Full Article
LETTER: Ethanol Actually Saves Consumers Money at the Pump
by Geoff Cooper (Renewable Fuels Association/Las Vegas Review-Journal) In response to your May 23 editorial: The increased use of ethanol resulting
June 01, 2021 Read Full Article
Ag Groups Make Kearney Part of Statewide Trip to Encourage Use of Ethanol-Blended Fuels
by Grace McDonald (Kearney Hub) To highlight the importance of renewable fuels, Cooperative Producers Inc. Premier Stop in Kearney hit
May 27, 2021 Read Full Article
Choosing a Vehicle Fuel with Purpose
by Jessica Sodeke (Grand Island Independent) When fueling your vehicle, did you know you have options that are better for
May 27, 2021 Read Full Article
Active Ethanol Policy for Jobs Creation
by Tim Newbold (The Guardian) The global approach to energy is changing rapidly. The urgency of the challenge that climate change
May 24, 2021 Read Full Article
USGC Highlights Ethanol’s Environmental Benefits
(U.S. Grains Council/Ethanol Producer Magazine) The U.S. Grains Council is continuing to demonstrate to administration and global stakeholders the environmental benefits
May 14, 2021 Read Full Article
RFA, Growth Energy and NCGA Defend Year-Round E15 in Court
(Renewable Fuels Association) Today, the D.C. Circuit Court will hear oral arguments in American Fuel & Petrochemical Manufacturers, et al. vs. EPA,
April 13, 2021 Read Full Article
Green, Growing Plants Remove CO2, Not Batteries
by Nicole Heslip (Brownfield Ag News) ... Jim Zook with the Corn Marketing Program of Michigan tells Brownfield he believes the
March 19, 2021 Read Full Article
Refugees in Sudan Reap Benefits of Clean Cooking Energy
by Sylvia Nabanoba and Vanessa Zola (UNHCR) A switch to ethanol reduces risky trips in search of firewood, slows reforestation and
March 01, 2021 Read Full Article
When Texas Freezes over – What It Means for Renewables?
by Helena Tavares Kennedy (Biofuels Digest) ... But ethanol has many advantages for cold weather and when states have temperatures
February 22, 2021 Read Full Article
Ethanol Can Shrink Colorado's Carbon Footprint
by Dan Sanders (Colorado Politics) Our state published the Greenhouse Gas Pollution Reduction Roadmap on Jan. 14. The Colorado Energy Office
February 16, 2021 Read Full Article
Ethanol: Your Cold-Weather Friend
by Robert White (Renewable Fuels Association) With temperatures at or below freezing in many states, a lot of drivers are curious
February 12, 2021 Read Full Article
The Road to Recovery: Starts at Home
by Doug Durante (Clean Fuels Development Coalition/Biofuels Digest) ... The changing political landscape of the elections and the bi-partisan concern
February 11, 2021 Read Full Article
Iowa Has Room for All Renewables - Solar, Wind and Ethanol
by Geoff Cooper (Renewable Fuels Association/The Gazette) ... Renewable liquid fuels and renewable electricity are highly complementary ways to reduce
January 19, 2021 Read Full Article
'Essential Energy,' the Theme of the Upcoming National Ethanol Conference
by Geoff Cooper (Renewable Fuels Association/Ethanol Producer Magazine) 'Essential Energy,' the theme of the upcoming National Ethanol Conference, is inspired
January 16, 2021 Read Full Article
WEBINAR: Cleaner Driving with Cleaner Fuel: Economic and Environmental Benefits of Ethanol --- January 27, 2021

A key part of reducing emissions is by cleaning up the transportation sector. In this webinar, learn about how you
January 15, 2021 Read Full Article
Here’s How President-elect Biden Can Slash Carbon Emissions by 12 Million Metric Tons on Day One in Office
(Renewable Fuels Association) On “Day One” in office, President-elect Biden’s incoming administration can immediately secure 10.7 million metric tons of greenhouse
January 12, 2021 Read Full Article
Report: E15 Poised to Fast-Track Climate Progress
(Growth Energy/Ethanol Producer Magazine) Growth Energy, the nation’s largest association of biofuel producers and supporters, released a new report examining the potential climate
December 08, 2020 Read Full Article
OPINION: Top Rated Gas Station Chains Also Top for Fuel Choice
by Robert White (Renewable Fuels Association/Ethanol Producer Magazine) A new list of the Top 10 gas station brands in the United States reflects
November 05, 2020 Read Full Article
QUOTE OF THE WEEK -- K. Johnson
Rolling back auto emission standards was exactly the wrong way to go. ... An alliance between environmentalists and farmers to
October 26, 2020 Read Full Article
Ethanol Is Key
by K. Johnson (Storm Lake Times) ... I hear a lot of political lip service these days about reducing our dependence
October 26, 2020 Read Full Article
The UK and Decarbonizing Transport
by Brian Healy (Ethanol Producer Magazine/U.S. Grains Council) Through expanded ethanol use, the U.K. has an opportunity to meet its
October 07, 2020 Read Full Article
Bioethanol: UTC Experience
(UABIO) ... Bioethanol raises the total octane number, raises the efficiency of the engine, increases the oxygen content in the fuel
October 05, 2020 Read Full Article
Behind the Smoke: It’s What You Don’t See That Kills
by Doug Durante and Larry Pearce (Morning Consult) ... But a bigger problem has existed for decades in the air
September 23, 2020 Read Full Article
Biofuels for Cleaner Skies and Healthier People
by Goncalo Pereira (Times of India) ... We have long known that the burning of fossil fuels in vehicles is
August 21, 2020 Read Full Article
Growth Energy Encourages California to Embrace More Biofuels
(Growth Energy/Ethanol Producer Magazine) This week, Growth Energy submitted comments to the California Air Resources Board following a July 15th workshop on Fuels and
August 11, 2020 Read Full Article
Anniversary Report Details Success of the Renewable Fuel Standard
(Renewable Fuels Association) Commemorating the 15th anniversary of President George W. Bush’s signing of the Energy Policy Act of 2005, which
August 06, 2020 Read Full Article
Replacing Toxic Additives in Our Fuel
Emily Skor (Growth Energy/Biofuels International) As policymakers and public health experts dig deeper into the human costs of air pollution,
July 29, 2020 Read Full Article
Applications Being Accepted for Ethanol Blender Pumps
by Dave Strang (KNEB) The Nebraska Department of Environment and Energy (NDEE) is taking applications for a new grant program designed
July 27, 2020 Read Full Article
Ethanol Prophet Tilts at Petroleum
by Mikkel Pates (AgWeek) South Dakota ethanol promoter Orrie D. Swayze likes to hear promotions for 30% ethanol blends in
July 13, 2020 Read Full Article
Farming, Biofuels, Health Groups Challenge EPA on SAFE Rule
(Morning Ag Clips/South Dakota Farmers Union) Broad coalition challenges the Safer Affordable Fuel Efficiency Vehicle Rule; In response to EPA’s
June 30, 2020 Read Full Article
The Benefits of Ethanol
(Nebraska Ethanol Board) In an effort to spread ethanol's clean air message, the Nebraska Ethanol Board put together this video aimed
June 29, 2020 Read Full Article
Goias State in Brazil Approves “When Filling Your Tank, Choose Ethanol” Policy
by André Luiz Cançado Motta* (Federal University of Goiás for Advanced Biofuels USA) The President of the Legislative Assembly of
June 25, 2020 Read Full Article
Validating the Need to Test Real-World Fuels
by Steve VanderGriend (Ethanol Producer Magazine/Urban Air Initiative) While much of the industry’s energy has been focused on issues like
June 17, 2020 Read Full Article
E10 Flows into Mexico Following Collaboration
(Biofuels International) Five trainloads of US petrol pre-blended at an E10 rate arrived in Guadalajara in May 2020 – a
June 12, 2020 Read Full Article
UAI: EPA Keeping Ethanol from Its True Lower Carbon Value
by Steve Vander Griend (Urban Air Initiative/Ethanol Producer Magazine) In a world intent on lowering carbon emissions, any positive steps lowering
June 10, 2020 Read Full Article
Growth Energy Identifies Omissions in EPA Report
(Growth Energy) Growth Energy today said the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) new “anti-backsliding” report on the Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS) side-steps
June 09, 2020 Read Full Article
Renewable Fuels Month Spotlights Benefits of Homegrown Fuel Options
(KRVN/Nebraska Rural Radio Association) May is typically the kick-off to the summer driving season and has historically been a time Nebraska’s
June 03, 2020 Read Full Article
Ethanol Blog: Ethanol Industry Groups Disappointed in EPA Emissions Study
by Todd Neeley (DTN Progressive Farmer) EPA's release of a so-called "anti-backsliding" study on Friday that calls for no further action
June 01, 2020 Read Full Article
Indonesia Removes Ethanol Ban, Recognizes Octane Benefits Of Ethanol
(U.S. Grains Council) U.S. ethanol can now enter the Indonesian market by way of pre-blended fuel, following the recent removal of
June 01, 2020 Read Full Article
Just Because It's in Popular Science That Doesn't Mean It's True: An Open Letter to Jennifer Lu and Popular Science Magazine
by Marc J. Rauch (The Auto Channel) ... The reason I'm contacting you today, in 2020, is because yesterday I received
May 26, 2020 Read Full Article
EPA Panel Asked to Review Public Health Benefits of Ethanol
(Urban Air Initiative/Ethanol Producer Magazine) The Urban Air Initiative sent a letter to the COVID-19 Review Panel within the EPA’s Science Advisory Board
May 20, 2020 Read Full Article
Fueling a Cleaner Future: Ethanol Is Just the Beginning
(Omaha World-Herald/Nebraska Corn Board) When you stop at the gas station to top off your tank, how much thought do you
May 20, 2020 Read Full Article
NFU Responds to Government E10 Consultation
(National Farmers Union) The government’s proposal to introduce E10 petrol in 2021 came after years of NFU lobbying to introduce
May 06, 2020 Read Full Article
OPINION: Ethanol Dominates in Clean Air Contest
by Chris Bliley (Growth Energy/Ethanol Producer Magazine) ... When it comes to transportation emissions, newsrooms around the world generally preserve
May 04, 2020 Read Full Article
Ethanol Blends Saving Lives Through Reduced Vehicle Emissions
(Urban Air Initiative) That is the conclusion of a new peer reviewed technical paper published in the Journal of Air & Waste Management,
April 27, 2020 Read Full Article
Harvard Study Bolsters Ethanol's Role In Protecting Public Health, Saving Lives
(Oklahoma Farm Bureau) ... The Harvard team's recent findings underscore the need to power more of our transportation system with non-petroleum-based fuels,
April 21, 2020 Read Full Article
Here We Go Again: Senate Letter Plagued by Myths and Mistruths about RINs
by Scott Richman (Renewable Fuels Association) Yesterday (February 27, 2020), a group of senators wrote a letter to President Trump regarding the
March 02, 2020 Read Full Article
Climate Change and Ethanol: Get the Facts Right
by Andrea Kent (Ethanol Producer Magazine/Greenfield Global/Renewable Industries Canada) Myths and misinformation about ethanol and its effect on health and
February 19, 2020 Read Full Article
UNICA Highlights Importance of Ethanol to Check Air Pollution
(New Kerala) The Brazilian Sugarcane Industry Association (UNICA) on Thursday announced the launch of #BringBackMyBlueSky campaign to highlight the benefits
February 07, 2020 Read Full Article
Clean Air Benefits of Ethanol Focus of S.D. Farmers Union President Presentation to United Nations Foundation
(South Dakota Farmers Union) Ethanol lowers carbon emissions by 40 percent and reduces the need for carcinogenic gasoline additives. These
February 07, 2020 Read Full Article
Minnesota Corn Growers Rolls out Biofuels Effort: The Better Fuel Initiative Will Promote Biofuels Policy, Outreach Efforts and Increased Use.
(Farm Progress/The Farmer/Minnesota Corn Growers Association) The Minnesota Corn Growers Association launched a new initiative last week at Ag Expo
January 30, 2020 Read Full Article
Ethanol Advocacy and Global Emissions Reduction
by Brian Healy (U.S. Grains Council/Ethanol Producer Magazine) Ethanol's importance for climate goals highlighted following the 25th United Nations Climate
January 30, 2020 Read Full Article
RFA and NCGA Co-Title Sponsorship of 2020 Crappie Masters Tournament Trail Begins This Week
(Renewable Fuels Association) The 2020 season of the Crappie Masters Tournament Trail begins later this week, with the Renewable Fuels Association
January 30, 2020 Read Full Article
LETTER TO THE EDITOR: Every Single Point Ron Hart Tried to Make about Ethanol Was Wrong
by Bob Miller (Destin Log) Ethanol is in fact an excellent solvent and will help keep injectors clean. -- I just
January 08, 2020 Read Full Article
Standards Alliance Organizes Workshop on Biofuel Standards for Household Cooking and Transportation
(American National Standards Institute) The American National Standards Institute (ANSI), through its public-private partnership with the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), the Standards
December 24, 2019 Read Full Article
Ethanol Report on 2019: RFA President and CEO Geoff Cooper Bids Farewell to a Bad Year
(AgNewsWire) To say 2019 has been a rough year for the ethanol industry would be an understatement. Renewable Fuels Association president
December 20, 2019 Read Full Article
COP25 – Ethanol Brings Welcome Contribution to Transport Climate Action
by James Cogan (Ethanol Europe/Euractiv) Transport accounts for a quarter of climate-harming greenhouse gas emissions and, at a glance, a
December 17, 2019 Read Full Article
Govs. Walz and Noem for Support of E30
(Grand Rapids Herald Review) Recently, Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz, the chair of the Governors’ Biofuels Coalition, along with South Dakota Gov.
December 13, 2019 Read Full Article
Stop the Anti-Ethanol Ridiculousness--An Open Letter Reply to an Unmistakable Editorial Failure
by Marc J. Rauch (The Auto Channel) This past Saturday, a media outlet called THE ATLANTIC published an anti-ethanol editorial
November 25, 2019 Read Full Article
Despite Domestic Policy Disputes, Biofuels Retain Significance on World Stage
(Solutions from the Land) The domestic biofuel industry has taken some harsh hits in recent times, as evidenced by the
November 08, 2019 Read Full Article
Moving beyond the RFS
Douglas A. Durante (Clean Fuels Development Coalition/Governor's Biofuels Coalition) The global biofuels community is without a doubt watching the developments in
October 23, 2019 Read Full Article
Global Ethanol Summit Panel Focuses on the Economics of Octane
by Matt Thompson (Ethanol Producer Magazine) Day two of the inaugural Global Ethanol Summit began with a discussion about the economic
October 18, 2019 Read Full Article
Advanced Biofuels USA's Public Comment to Maryland's Commission on Climate Change on Benefits of Biofuels in Climate Change Mitigation Plan
by Joanne Ivancic (Advanced Biofuels USA) Maryland's Commission on Climate Change advises the state's Governor and General Assembly "on ways
October 16, 2019 Read Full Article
The Present and Future for Pure-Plays: The Digest’s Multi-Slide Guide to Pacific Ethanol
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) Pacific Ethanol is a leading producer and marketer of low-carbon renewable fuels and high-quality alcohol
October 07, 2019 Read Full Article
Choose American Ethanol to Help Fuel the Cure for Breast Cancer
(Nebraska Ethanol Board) Throughout October, drivers can help Fuel the Cure for breast cancer by choosing American Ethanol at the pump.
October 02, 2019 Read Full Article
Daschle, Sombke Call Pending SAFE Rule the Path to Higher Ethanol Volumes
(Safe Gasoline Campaign) In a wide-ranging interview on a popular South Dakota Business Radio program, Sombke and Daschle stressed that moving to high
September 30, 2019 Read Full Article
Corn, Soybean Farmers Celebrate Ethanol, Biodiesel Choices at New Brownstown Fueling Station
( Indiana Corn and Soybean Checkoffs/WOWO) Without access to consumers, biofuels cannot grow. The Indiana Soybean Alliance (ISA) and the Indiana