This week, Growth Energy CEO Emily Skor delivered keynote remarks at the 38th annual International Fuel Ethanol Workshop & Expo (FEW), highlighting the ways in which America’s bioethanol industry is opening new markets and advancing global clean energy ambitions. Skor also emphasized the energy security contributions of biofuels in the wake of global turmoil, with higher blends of bioethanol, like E15, serving as a shield against skyrocketing fuel prices, saving drivers almost $0.60 per gallon in some areas of the country.

“To get where we need to go as an industry, we need strong policy signals, and it’s up to us to show the world what we already know – that when it comes to competing on carbon, we win,” said Skor, who elaborated on Growth Energy’s work to expand access to E15, restore integrity to the Renewable Fuel Standard, and support ongoing innovation in the bioeconomy.

“Thanks to the innovations underway by leaders in this room, America’s bioethanol industry is poised for success, delivering on a new wave of clean energy demand: on the ground and in the air, at home and abroad, in today’s vehicles and tomorrow’s,” added Skor.

Also at this year’s FEW, Growth Energy Senior Vice President of Regulatory Affairs Chris Bliley also spoke on panels exploring low-carbon transportation and fuel regulations, including a roundtable discussion on ethanol's role in a low-carbon future and a panel discussion on state and federal biofuel regulations.

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Last week, domestic ethanol demand was 14.1 BGY, down 1.2% compared to a week ago. The EIA-reported gas demand was down 1.2% from last week, at 139.4 BGY. The 4-week average ethanol and gas demand have been 14.0 and 138.2 BGY. 

This week's supply draw appeared to be a bit of a surprise to market sources that were generally looking for little to no net supply change in EIA figures from last week. The gasoline demand  increase seen in the last two weeks seems to be tied more to the Memorial Day holiday and fell back behind 2021 number from the same time last year.

To address sky-high gas prices, the U.S. House of Representatives is voting on legislation today to increase access to lower-cost blends of biofuel at the pump. E15 blends of ethanol have been saving drivers as much as 60 cents per gallon — all while reducing emissions and supporting economic growth across rural America.

The House is scheduled to vote today on H.R. 7606, the Lower Food and Fuel Costs Act. This bill would provide a permanent pathway to year-round E15 while also providing funds to help transition retail fuel locations to higher biofuel blends, two things that will benefit American drivers this summer and in years to come. We urge you to make your voice heard and call or send a letter to your Representative in support of this legislation. 

Growth Energy Senior Vice President of Regulatory Affairs Chris Bliley testified before the California Air Resources Board (CARB) in response to its proposed Advanced Clean Cars II regulation. In his testimony, Bliley encouraged CARB to develop clear policies that reflect the reality that liquid fuels will continue to play an important role in the transportation sector for decades to come and maximize the carbon emissions benefits of biofuels. Such policies include the state’s approval of E15 fuel for cars on the road today and promotion of the use of E85 fuel for flex-fuel vehicles (FFVs).

“In the existing light duty fleet, higher bioethanol blends like E15 and E85 can be immediately deployed to achieve immediate GHG reductions, reduce harmful air toxics, and reduce consumer costs at the pump,” said Bliley. “With consumers facing record gas prices, E15 has consistently been less expensive than regular gasoline and has been available for up to 50 cents less per gallon at some locations in recent weeks. It is critical that California’s multi-media working group complete its evaluation of E15, so that it can be approved and made available to California drivers to further help the state achieve its carbon neutrality goals and immediately reduce consumer costs.

Trucent Separation Technologies, LLC has announced the launch of CORE™, a new technology to significantly reduce impurities in distillers corn oil (DCO), resulting in a cleaner oil, TruDCO™, which can be sold directly to renewable diesel refineries. The full-scale demonstration unit of CORE™ has been commercialized in conjunction with The Andersons, Inc. and is consistently producing TruDCO™ for direct sale to renewable diesel refineries at a premium above crude DCO.

The CORE™ module for the ethanol industry features an operator-friendly, efficient, bolt-on skid-mounted process with a small footprint, low operating costs and a quick ROI.

“We’re excited to introduce customers to the benefits of adopting this new technology to elevate and redefine distillers corn oil for direct use in renewable diesel refineries,” said Tara Vigil, Trucent Vice President/GM, Bioprocess Solutions. “The CORE™ technology suite aligns well with Trucent’s global directive to maximize renewable resource use and drive profitability in ways that do good for our Earth while improving the quality of business operations.”

CORE™ draws upon Trucent’s extensive experience in fluid separation technology and exceptional services, and with The Andersons, is supplied with a distinctive Early-Adopter Support Program comprised of analytical, quality, technical, and operational support together with a comprehensive oil marketing program. 

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Over the weekend on Fox News, Tucker Carlson reported false and outdated information about ethanol's effect on gas prices, the environment, and inflation. 

In response, Growth Energy shared a statement with Carlson's production team to set the record straight.

"Tucker Carlson’s recent hit piece on the biofuels industry is as shameful as it is wrong. Higher blends of ethanol save American families money at the pump.  

“Mr. Carlson’s inaccurate claims unsurprisingly pander to the oil industry, and ultimately do a disservice to Americans who are searching for lower cost, lower emission fuel options at the pump. At a time when oil prices are surging well over $100 a barrel and energy security is a top priority, it is unfathomable to see such an attack on American-made ethanol."

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