The Energy Policy Act of 2005 was signed by President George W. Bush on August 8 of that year at Sandia National Laboratory in Albuquerque, New Mexico – symbolizing a new approach to energy economics and security, diversifying our transportation fuel supply by incentivizing ethanol and biodiesel by initiating the Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS). This month marks the 20th anniversary …
ACE Annual Conference Offers Homefield Advantage
This year’s American Coalition for Ethanol 38th annual conference is being held in the organization’s hometown of Sioux Falls, South Dakota, August 20–22, 2025, at the Canopy by Hilton, and the theme is “Homefield Advantage.” “That theme really captures the edge ethanol has as a homegrown American-made energy solution,” said Katie Muckenhirn, ACE Vice President of Public Affairs. “From delivering …
RFA Applauds Trump Trade Deal with EU
The trade deal with the European Union (EU) announced this week by President Trump was welcomed by the Renewable Fuels Association as “an important step toward opening the market for lower-cost, American-made renewable fuels in the 27 countries represented by the EU.” “We thank President Donald Trump and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen for reaching this important agreement …
Ethanol Groups Pleased with Szabo Confirmation
The U.S. Senate on Thursday confirmed Aaron Szabo to serve as the Assistant Administrator of U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) Office of Air and Radiation. As Assistant Administrator, Szabo will lead the Office of Air and Radiation’s implementation of key provisions of several of the nation’s bedrock environmental laws including the Clean Air Act. Renewable Fuels Association President and CEO …
Rep. Dusty Johnson to Keynote ACE Conference
The American Coalition for Ethanol (ACE) is pleased to announce U.S. Representative Dusty Johnson (R-SD) will be joining the 38th ACE Conference as a keynote speaker on Thursday, August 21, in Sioux Falls. ACE has released a preliminary agenda for the conference showcasing two days of general sessions and breakout tracks designed to address challenges and opportunities for the ethanol …
Japan and Indonesia Trade Deals Benefit Ethanol and Ag
The framework of trade agreements with Japan and Indonesia announced this week will benefit U.S. farmers and ethanol producers, according to the Renewable Fuels Association. President Donald Trump announced a landmark agreement with Indonesia on Tuesday that will eliminate tariff barriers, on a preferential basis, on over 99% of U.S. products exported to Indonesia across all sectors, exempting U.S. food …
USDA Mission to Dominican Republic Includes Ethanol
USDA Deputy Under Secretary for Trade and Foreign Agricultural Affairs Michelle Bekkering led a high-level delegation to the Dominican Republic last week with organizations that reflected a diverse range of agricultural products including seafood, dairy, rice, soybeans, and ethanol. “I am honored to lead my first trade mission with this impressive delegation made up of 46 agribusinesses, trade organizations, and …
IRFA Champions Clean Fuels During RAGBRAI 2025
The Iowa Renewable Fuels Association has been promoting clean fuels this week during the 2025 Register’s Annual Great Bicycle Ride Across Iowa (RAGBRAI) by encouraging all support vehicles to fuel up with E15 or B20. IRFA has also provided “Riding to a Greener Future” jerseys to members of the renewable fuels community riding during the weeklong event. “RAGBRAI is a …
RFIP Grants Boost Biofuel Access in Iowa
The Iowa Renewable Fuels Infrastructure Program (RFIP) Board recently approved an additional 24 applications from Iowa fuel retailers to support expanded access to lower biofuels like biodiesel and E15 (Unleaded 88). The more than $1.12 million in cost-share grants was awarded by the RFIP Board during its quarterly meeting on July 17. The 24 approved project sites are in 17 …
Nebraska E30 Demo Interim Report Released
The Nebraska Ethanol Board (NEB) this week announced the publication of the interim report for Phase II of the state’s E30 Demonstration. The project is demonstrating the viability of E30 fuel (a blend of 30% ethanol and 70% gasoline) in non-flex fuel vehicles. Phase I was conducted in 2019, and the ongoing Phase II began in 2023. So far, the …