RFA to Congress: EPA, not Congress, Needs to Improve RFS Program
May 05, 2011
Today, RFA President and CEO Bob Dinneen will be testifiying before the House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Energy and Power.
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Advanced Ethanol Industry Supports New Ethanol Tax Legislation
May 05, 2011
The AEC today welcomed legislation from Iowa Senator Chuck Grassley and a bipartisan group of senators to transform current ethanol tax policy and reinvest in this uniquely American industry.
Ethanol Groups Welcome Bill Transforming Current Ethanol Tax Policy
May 05, 2011
ACE, RFA, Growth Energy & NCGA today praised legislation offered by a bipartisan group of senators, led by IA Senator Chuck Grassley, to responsibly transition &transform current ethanol tax policy.
University Report: Ethanol Reduced Gas Prices $0.89 in 2010
May 02, 2011
The increased use of ethanol reduced wholesale gas prices by an average of $0.89/gallon in 2010, according to a new study conducted by economists at Iowa State University & the University of Wisconsin
Gas prices would be $4.00 per gallon without ethanol
April 28, 2011
Based upon current market conditions and federal renewable fuels policy, 10 percent ethanol blends (E10) are keeping gasoline prices $0.12 per gallon cheaper than they otherwise would be.
Ethanol Safety Class Heads South To Texas
April 27, 2011
The Renewable Fuels Association (RFA) will be hosting two Ethanol Safety Seminars in Houston and Beaumont, Texas, May 2nd and 3rd. These seminars are free and open to the public.
IEA Report Confirms Biofuels Can Enhance Energy Security While Reducing GHG Emissions
April 22, 2011
A new report from the International Energy Agency (IEA) this week confirmed that sustainable biofuels could displace over a quarter of the world’s transportation fuels by 2050.
USDA Accepting REAP Fund Applications for Blender Pump Installations
April 14, 2011
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is now accepting applications for federal REAP funds to help gasoline retailers install blender pumps.
Ethanol: The Right Policy for Combating Oil Prices for Food and Energy Security
April 14, 2011
The following statement was released today by the NCGA, the RFA, Growth Energy and ACE in response to Thursday’s Policy Forum on Corn Ethanol Policy in the 112th Congress.
Coleman: America Can’t Afford to “Backslide” on Ethanol Context
April 13, 2011
AEC Executive Director Brooke Coleman testified today in front of US Senate Environmental &Public Works Committee warning against “backsliding” on current investments in domestic ethanol production.
Ethanol Leaders Bring Their Message to Washington
April 12, 2011
RFA members will be visiting dozens of Congressional offices to discuss key issues in the ethanol industry during the quarterly RFA Board Meeting.
Ethanol is Official Fuel of 2011 National Boat Racing Association Race Series
April 11, 2011
The RFA and the NBRA are proud to announce that Hydroplane and Runabout racing boats will be flying across the lakes of the Midwest on a new fuel: E10 ethanol.
GRFA to UN FAO: Oil Prices Are Driving Up the Cost of Food
April 11, 2011
As the UN FAO gathers in Rome for a council meeting on food security issues, the GRFA has called on delegates tofocus on the real driver behind rising food costs - the price of oil.
RFA Applauds Sec. Vilsack’s Announcement to Expand E85 Pumps Across the Nation
April 08, 2011
Today U.S. Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack announced a financial assistance initiative for gas stations who install E85 pumps.
Advanced Ethanol Industry at Critical Juncture, AEC Chairman Testifies
April 07, 2011
Advanced and cellulosic ethanol producers are at a critical juncture, according to testimony today from Bill Brady, CEO of Mascoma Corporation and Chairman of the Advanced Ethanol Council.
RFA Testifies on Importance of Infrastructure in Ethanol Policy Transformation
April 07, 2011
RFA President and CEO Bob Dinneen will testify in front of the U.S. Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee today.
Mobile, Alabama Receives Ethanol Safety Training
April 06, 2011
The Renewable Fuels Association (RFA) and the Alabama Clean Fuels Coalition will be hosting an Ethanol Safety Seminar on April 12th & 13th at the Renaissance Riverview Plaza Hotel in Mobile, Alabama.
Ethanol Production for January 2011
April 04, 2011
The first monthly ethanol production data for 2011 shows ethanol producers continuing strong production numbers, but demand calculated by the Renewable Fuels Association showed a dramatic drop.
Ethanol Safety Seminar Arrives in Charlotte, NC
April 04, 2011
The RFA and Centralina Clean Fuels Coalition (CCFC) will be hosting an Ethanol Safety Seminar in Charlotte, NC on April 6, 2011 at the Charlotte Police and Fire Training Academy.
Understanding the 2011 Planting Outlook, Ethanol and Food Pricing
March 31, 2011
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) released its annual Prospective Plantings report this morning. The following is RFA’s analysis of USDA’s report.
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