MoistTech Corp. has announced the company will showcase its IR3000 Series Moisture Sensors at the FEW Expo, Booth #1205, June 9–11, 2025, in Omaha, Nebraska. The IR3000 features advanced Near Infrared (NIR) technology.
Delta Air Lines on May 7 announced its strong support for new bipartisan, bicameral legislation that will accelerate the growth of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) in Michigan. The bill aims to create a SAF tax credit of up to $2 per gallon.
The U.S. EPA on May 14 delivered two RFS rulemakings to the White House OMB, beginning the interagency review process. One rule focuses on RFS RVOs and the other focuses on a partial waiver of the 2024 cellulosic RVO.
U.S. EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin on May 15 told members of the House Appropriations Committee that the agency is working as quickly as it can to take action on the backlog of RFS small refinery exemption (SRE) petitions.
The U.S. EPA on May 15 released data showing nearly 1.79 billion RINs were generated under the RFS in April, down from 2.09 million generated during the same month of last year. Total RIN generation for the first four months of 2025 was 7.12 billion.
The U.S. EPA on May 15 published data that shows eight new small refinery exemption (SRE) petitions have been filed under the RFS in the past month. According to the agency, 169 SRE petitions are now pending.
U.S. fuel ethanol production fell by nearly 3% the week ending May 9, according to data released by the U.S. Energy Information Administration on May 14. Stocks of fuel ethanol were up 1% and exports were down 12%.
The House Ways and Means Committee on May 14 advanced its portion of President Trump’s “big, beautiful” tax bill. The draft legislation amends and extends the 45Z clean fuel production credit but repeals several other clean energy tax credits..
U.S. EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin on May 14 confirmed the agency will “over the next few months” be completing a rulemaking process to set new Renewable Fuel Standard renewable volume obligations (RVOs).
Gevo Inc. CEO Patrick Gruber discussed plans for a proposed 30 MMgy alcohol-to-jet (ATJ) project in North Dakota during the company’s first quarter earnings call, held May 13. The company has not disclosed a timeline for development of the project.
During her trade delegation visit to the U.K., U.S. Agriculture Secretary Brook Rollins met with the U.K. Department for Energy Security and other officials to ensure fair market access for ethanol and wood pellets.
Renewables Industries Canada discusses the country's shifting narrative on climate.
E15 presents a huge opportunity to boost the rural economy and lower prices at the pump. Growth Energy with champions in Congress to provide a legislative solution to year-round sales.
BBI International President Tom Bryan highlights the writers and staff who are the force behind Ethanol Producer Magazine.
Aemetis Inc. released Q1 results on May 8, reporting increased biogas production, progress with efficiency improvements at the Keyes ethanol plant, and resumed biodiesel deliveries. Financing activities are also underway for a proposed SAF project.
The RFA on May 13 announced the addition of Nelson Baker Biotech and Verdova as new associate members. Their expertise in biotech engineering solutions and field-level agricultural data strengthens RFA’s efforts to advance renewable fuels.
On May 12, the Iowa Senate voted 27-22 to pass HF 639, effectively banning CCS projects in the state. The IRFA said the vote goes against farmers and ethanol producers seeking to unlock ultra-low carbon ethanol markets around the world.
Wheels Up Experience Inc. on May 6 announced the launch of its new SAF program, under which Wheels Up will partner with Delta Air Lines to purchase SAF, allowing private fliers to participate regardless of their flight operator or departure airport.
Leveraging a combined 200 years of experience, RCM - Thermal Kinetics’ engineers empower ethanol producers to improve energy efficiency.
North Dakota takes unique approach as other states target sustainable aviation fuel tax incentives.
The industry’s maintenance managers will come together later this summer to learn, network and troubleshoot shared challenges at the annual Team M3 Meeting.
Startup Nataqua hopes to help ethanol producers turn captured carbon dioxide into more on-site ethanol capacity.
A surge in corn kernel fiber as a feedstock is sweeping the industry, driven by incentives for low carbon intensities and EPA-approved testing methods for D3 RIN qualification.
Draft language for President Trump’s “big, beautiful bill” released by federal lawmakers on May 12 includes language that would update and extend the 45Z clean fuel production tax credit and rescind biofuel funding allocated to the EPA by the IRA.
The USDA currently predicts corn use in ethanol for the 2025-’26 marketing year to be unchanged when compared to the 2024-’25 marketing year, according to forecasts included in the agency’s latest WASDE report, released May 12.
LanzaJet and BioD have launched a feasibility study to develop the first sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) production plant in Colombia. The proposed facility would utilize LanzaJet’s alcohol-to-jet (ATJ) technology.
Behind the scenes with IFF’s biofuel team and its work to bring new yeasts, yeast blends, AI and next-gen research to the ethanol industry.
Model E delivers dependable performance wherever ethanol analysis is needed.
Veolia’s novel corrosion inhibitor makes it easy on ethanol producers by ensuring simple and reliable testing, and performance that significantly cuts traditional dosage rates.
On May 6, the Nebraska Ethanol Board joined Nebraska Gov. Jim Pillen in proclaiming May as Renewable Fuels Month. Nebraska is the country’s second largest ethanol producer, with more than 2 billion gallons of production capacity.
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