This article highlights recent actions and discussions surrounding ethanol and biofuel policies, including Growth Energy’s advocacy to the U.S. Trade Representative, the U.S. Grains Council’s clean cooking symposium in Kenya, a decline in generated RINs, new SRE petitions, Brazil’s E30 fuel blend announcement, and the upcoming North American SAF Conference & Expo.
On March 24, 2025, Growth Energy submitted comments to the U.S. Trade Representative, advocating for the alteration or removal of recently proposed rules intended to address China’s influence over global shipping. The organization emphasized the need for a reconsideration of these policies to support U.S. interests effectively.
The U.S. Grains Council hosted a clean cooking symposium in Nairobi, Kenya, on March 21, 2025. This event brought together local industry leaders and policymakers to discuss the environmental and human health benefits associated with utilizing biofuels for cooking.
According to data released by the U.S. EPA on March 20, 2025, the generation of Renewable Identification Numbers (RINs) under the Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS) saw a significant decline in February, with approximately 1.52 billion RINs produced, marking a decrease of over 25% from the 2.04 billion generated during the same month last year.
Additionally, the U.S. EPA reported on March 20, 2025, that four new Small Refinery Exemption (SRE) petitions have been filed under the RFS recently, bringing the total number of pending petitions to 156.
Brazil’s Ministry of Mines and Energy announced on March 17, 2025, that tests by Mauá Institute of Technology confirmed the technical viability of an E30 fuel blend. This new blend would increase from the current E27 designation, aiming to enhance the fuel’s efficiency and sustainability.
The North American Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) Conference & Expo is scheduled to occur from September 22-24, 2025, at the Minneapolis Convention Center. This event, organized by SAF Magazine in partnership with the Commercial Aviation Alternative Fuels Initiative (CAAFI), will focus on aviation fuel decarbonization strategies, address industry challenges, and present growth opportunities for airlines, corporations, and fuel producers.
The recent developments in ethanol and biofuel policies indicate a growing recognition of their environmental benefits and economic potential. The significant decline in RIN generation, the introduction of new E30 blending, and support for clean cooking using biofuels illustrate a shift towards sustainable practices. Events like the SAF Conference & Expo further exemplify the commitment to advancing sustainable aviation fuel solutions and addressing industry challenges effectively.
Original Source: www.ethanolproducer.com
