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11 hours ago

By Erin Krueger

Policy 

The U.S. EPA on Oct. 2 delivered a proposed rule to the White House Office of Management and Budget regarding the agency’s plan to reallocate 2025 Renewable Fuel Standard volumes waived via small refinery exemptions (SREs).

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The U.S. lost two ethanol plants between Jan. 1, 2025, and Jan. 1, 2026, according to data released by the U.S. Energy Information Administration on Sept. 24. Total U.S. ethanol capacity fell 3,000 barrels per day during the period.

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The U.S. DOE’s Office of Technology Commercialization on Sept. 24 announced it is now accepting applications for up to $41 million that is being made available to advance the commercialization of promising technologies in five priority areas.

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Antora Energy on Oct. 1 announced a 5.8 gigawatt-hour, multi-day thermal energy storage project at Pratt Energy's biorefinery in Pratt, Kansas. Once complete, the project will be one of the largest battery storage systems in the world.

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The West Is Won

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By Luke Geiver

18 hours ago

With the unanimous passage of an E15 bill that instructs implementation, the Golden State will finally allow retailers to offer the blend.

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Chief Ethanol is partially greenfielding its decades-old Hastings plant, surpassing industry technology norms, uniting vendors and prioritizing legacy.

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Biorefinery Evolution

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By Katie Schroeder

August 04, 2026

Bio-acetone coproduction alongside ethanol stands out as a new opportunity for product diversification.

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A reduction in the 45Z tax credit from $1.75 to $1 per gallon risks stalled development in SAF, despite financial benefits for ethanol producers.

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Managing Aging Assets

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By Susanne Retka Schill

July 24, 2026

Diagnostic tools are evolving, tapping into experience and data to ensure reliability.

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October 2026

Fuel Ethanol Workshop Podcast Series: Live with DSM-Firmenich

Produced by Ethanol Producer Magazine, Paige Gott, Senior Technical Manager with DSM-Firmenich, chats about what's new with DSM-Firmenich. Recorded live at the 2026 Int'l Fuel Ethanol Workshop & Expo in St. Louis, MO. Hosted by Anna Simet, Director of Content/Sr. Editor. Sponsored by Fluid Quip Technologies, LLC View More.

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CIE Norfolk GNS LLC

Loadout Technician

POSTED BY: CIE Norfolk GNS LLC

Central Indiana Ethanol is a globally recognized, world-class distiller that has been producing a variety of high-quality alcohols for nearly two decades. Grounded in a culture of quality and a passion for its products, CIE is a trusted supplier that tailors its alcohols to meet the exacting needs of its global customer base, proving that not all alcohols are created equal. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Responsible for Load Out operations ensuring maximum production quantity and quality, while supporting the policies, goals, and objectives of the company. Meet and greet farmers and truck drivers with professionalism. Unload corn and alternative feedstocks from truck and rail cars. Load Fuel Ethanol, SDA’s, Standard Grade Alcohol, and High-Grade alcohol into truck and rail cars as orders dictate. Load Dried Distillers Grain onto truck and railcars as orders dictate. Maintain DDGS Building and grains receiving building as needed. Safely move rail cars on the plant site as necessary to facilitate effective receiving and shipping. Required to receive training and demonstrate the capability to operate the equipment. Assist Maintenance with repairs of receiving and shipping equipment. Complete any and all tasks assigned by Supervisor. Responsible for keeping CIE grounds maintained properly, mowing the grass in the summer, spraying weeds, and plowing/shoveling snow in the winter. Participate in programs and procedures to ensure plant cleanliness. Complete weekly cleaning as part of the CIE FFSC program requirements. Be available for overtime as needed. Maintain and enforce all safety policies and procedures. Maintain a TEAM environment with all plant employees. An employee with any known allergen including, but not limited to, nuts, gluten, livestock, penicillin, etc. shall make it known to CIE after a conditional offer of employment.
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Glacial Lakes Energy, LLC

Maintenance Technician

POSTED BY: Glacial Lakes Energy, LLC

• Repair and maintain machinery and equipment including but not limited to: pumps, rolling stock, electrical components, tanks and vessels and pipe welding, heat exchanges, grain/elevator equipment, building and grounds, and other various equipment • Candidate must have good understanding with working with mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems • Preventive maintenance and minor repairs on wheeled equipment at the plant • Competent in the safe operation of heavy equipment including: wheeled loader, skid-steer, forklift, and track mobile • Will work flexible hours to accommodate operations and be able to meet call-in requirements as needed • Maintain self- awareness on safety issues and requirements and report any safety concerns immediately to your supervisor and safety manager • Work cooperatively and support plant maintenance personnel and contractors to achieve completion of workload in a safe, efficient manner • Work cooperatively with other departments so as to have an efficient Maintenance Department • Work closely with production and maintenance personnel to reduce or eliminate down time • Support efforts to maximize production through creative problem solving, adaptation, and correction of process bottlenecks • Communicate maintenance performance to the Maintenance Lead/Manager and carry out all directives from the Maintenance Lead/Manager • Effectively communicate with Maintenance team and other departments to keep them informed and resolve issues • Learn and understand plant processes for a better understanding of how the equipment is utilized • Safe work practices are a condition of employment. Report any safety issue or problem to your supervisor and safety coordinator immediately • Focus on continuous improvement in all aspects of the job • Candidate must not be afraid of heights or confined spaces • Actively promote GLE’s vision, mission, and values with employees, outside vendors, and customers • Be depended on to report to work at the scheduled time and is seldom absent from work • Be depended upon to complete work in a timely, accurate and thorough manner • Maintain high level of customer service • Other duties as assigned
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CIE Norfolk GNS LLC

Maintenance Technician

POSTED BY: CIE Norfolk GNS LLC

Central Indiana Ethanol is a globally recognized, world-class distiller that has been producing a variety of high-quality alcohols for nearly two decades. Grounded in a culture of quality and a passion for its products, CIE is a trusted supplier that tailors its alcohols to meet the exacting needs of its global customer base, proving that not all alcohols are created equal. As a Maintenance Technician at Central Indiana Ethanol, you will play a vital role in the day-to-day operations of our state-of-the-art production facility. You must have the ability to work 12-hour rotating shifts (days and nights), the ability to lift up to 50 pounds, have a basic understanding of reading and understanding process diagrams, and the ability to wear required personal protective equipment for the duration of your shift. The Maintenance Technician is responsible for monitoring and controlling the distillation process, conducting routine equipment inspections, and troubleshooting any issues that may arise during the production run.
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