The Government Accountability Office on Aug. 6 published report that makes several recommendations to Congress and federal agencies regarding ways to improve oversight and administration of the 45Q tax credit for CCUS.
The NCGA filed comments with the Office of Management and Budget encouraging the agency to reconsider updates recommended by one of its committees to more directly capture the economic impact of the emerging bioeconomy.
Guatemala has officially launched its nationwide ethanol-gasoline blending program, becoming the first Central American country to mandate an E10 blend — more than 40 years after enacting its biofuels law.
Treasury and the IRS on Aug. 14 modified and extended guidance issued in late 2025 that will help eligible taxpayers claim the 45Q credit for CCS if the U.S. EPA follows through with its proposal to eliminate the Greenhouse Gas Reporting Program.
The U.S. Grains & BioProducts Council, with support from USDA’s Foreign Agricultural Service through the Market Access Program, delivered a technical assistance program to one of Colombia’s leading dairy and feed companies.
A new report from Clean Air Task Force finds that directing SAF to a small number of high-impact airports, rather than spreading it across the aviation network, could significantly increase the fuel’s climate and public health benefits.
Delegates of the U.S. Grains & BioProducts Council elected Jay Reiners of the Nebraska Corn Board as chairman at its 66th Annual Board of Delegates Meeting. The event took place July 29-31 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.
Purdue and Deere have teamed up to launch the Purdue Biofuels Consortium. The three-year collaboration brings together prominent engine manufacturers, biofuel producers, trade groups and Purdue researchers.
The U.S. Forest Service on Aug. 5 awarded $300,000 to LanzaTech Inc. to support design work for a proposed biorefinery in Bellemont, Arizona, what would produce wood-based ethanol. The project would create a new market for low-value woody biomass.
The government of Brazil on Aug. 12 published a decree that establishes rules and regulations for the country’s sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) mandate, formally referred to as the National Sustainable Aviation Fuel Program (ProBioQAV).
The USGBC recently hosted a high-level delegation from Guatemala for a trade and learning mission to Washington, D.C. and Indiana to strengthen bilateral cooperation and support the country’s national E10 ethanol blending program.
U.S. fuel ethanol production expanded by 1% the week ending Aug. 7, according to data released by the U.S. Energy Information Administration on Aug. 12. Weekly ending stocks of fuel ethanol were also up 1% while exports fell by nearly 46%.
The USDA maintained its forecast for 2026-’27 corn use in ethanol in its latest WASDE report, released Aug. 12. The agency increased its forecast for corn production, with an acreage increase partially offset by lower expected yields.
USGBC held its 66th Annual Board of Delegates meeting in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. The meeting spotlighted impactful conversations around new markets, trade policy impacts, strengthening supply chains and highlighted USGBC program successes.
The U.S. Energy Information Administration increased its forecast for 2026 fuel ethanol production in its latest Short-Term Energy Outlook, released Aug. 11. The outlook for 2026 fuel ethanol exports also increased.
The Nebraska Corn Board is accepting grant applications for ethanol infrastructure support, which will help Nebraska fuel retailers add or expand higher ethanol blend options, such as E15. The application deadline is Oct. 30.
The U.S. Grains & BioProducts Council organized a trade mission for 10 poultry and swine nutritionists from Central America (CTA) and the Caribbean to visit key stakeholders in the grain utilization and logistics sectors in Minnesota.
The current issue of Ethanol Producer Magazine focuses on plant improvement projects, product diversification and tax incentives.
SPOTLIGHT | FLUID QUIP TECHNOLOGIES: The Future Belongs to Flexible Plants
By Fluid Quip Technologies
August 11, 2026
Fluid Quip Technologies can help ethanol plants future-proof their operations.
Gevo Inc. on Aug. 6 announced it has cancelled plans to develop a SAF project in South Dakota. Rather, the company remains focused on its North Dakota operations, including plans to expand ethanol production capacity and develop a 30 MMgy SAF plant.
Novonesis has signed an agreement with the intent to acquire MicroBioGen, an Australian biotechnology company with leading scientific expertise in yeast strains for industrial applications, particularly in bioethanol.
Development of a new catalyst to convert CO2 into ethanol using electricity
By Sungkyunkwan University
August 10, 2026
A research team led by Professor Hyoyoung Lee from the Department of Chemistry at Sungkyunkwan University (SKUU) has developed a new catalyst that converts carbon dioxide into ethanol with high selectivity.
Growth Energy estimates that 45Z could generate $13.4 billion in household income and provide farmers with a 10% premium price on low-carbon corn used at an ethanol plant..
The USGBC was pleased to support the recent launch of a new report, commissioned by U.S. Farmers and Ranchers in Action, showing how expanded markets for biofuels can strengthen food, economic and energy security on a global scale.
Iowa's Renewable Fuels Infrastructure Program awarded $1.43 million in grants to 24 applicants to expand access to higher ethanol blends at retail sites and $604,212 in grants to 14 applicants to support biodiesel infrastructure projects.
Integrated markets don’t choose between trade and investment. They depend on both, according to Renewable Industries Canada.
The Senate Agriculture Committee on Aug. 6 failed to advance the Agricultural Act of 2026, commonly referred to as the Farm Bill. Committee members are expected to continue work on the legislation when the Senate reconvenes in mid-September.
Green Plains Inc. on Aug. 6 released second quarter financial results, reporting solid earnings on higher ethanol crush margins, robust domestic and export demand, and strong operational performance.
Alto Ingredients Inc. released second quarter financial results on Aug. 5, reporting increased net sales, gross profit and adjusted EBITDA. Crush margins were up significantly during the quarter, with production volumes up slightly.
Aemetis Inc. on Aug. 6 reported the company achieved 20% revenue growth during the second quarter. During an earnings call, company officials discussed ongoing improvements at the Keyes ethanol plant and plans to expand biogas production.
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