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 ‘big, beautiful bill’ includes 45Z extension, repeal of certain IRA funding for biofuels
May 12, 2025
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.
KATZEN International's long legacy of process design prowess and innovation informs its present as the company moves forward, continuously improving ethanol plants worldwide.
ICM discusses the importance of evaporators in plant efficiency and outlines strategies for success.
Scientists at Washington State University have found a new way to produce sugar from corn stalks and other crop waste, potentially opening a new pathway to sustainable biofuels. The experimental process used ammonium sulfite-based alkali salts.
The Trump administration on May 8 announced a new trade deal with the U.K. that the White House said will create a $5 billion export opportunity for U.S. farmers, ranchers and producers, including more than $700 million in ethanol exports.
Alto Ingredients Inc. released first quarter financial results on May 7, reporting improved gross margin and adjusted EBITDA on increased operational uptime, optimization initiatives and increased sales of ISCC-certified fuels.
Green Plains Inc. on May 8 announced that its nine active ethanol plants operated at 100 capacity utilization during the first quarter, with OpEx falling by approximately 3 cents per gallon since late 2024.
Reps. Zach Nunn, R-Iowa, and Nikki Budzinski, D-Ill., on May 7 introduced a bill that aims to update USDA’s Section 9003 program to expand access to grants, streamline loan guarantees and provide $100 million in mandatory funding over five years.
Novonesis on May 8 released fourth quarter financial results, reporting its Agriculture, Energy and Tech segment achieved 10% organic growth during the three-month period. Much of that increase was driven by the biofuels industry.
On May 6, the Sustainable Aviation Buyers Alliance released a request for proposal (RFP) to increase the supply of next-generation sustainable aviation fuel (SAF), including power-to-liquids and those using advanced biobased feedstocks.
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