The American Coalition for Ethanol (ACE) has been a leader in promoting the low carbon benefits of corn ethanol, including advocating for clean fuel policies or standards at the state and federal levels to increase ethanol demand. ACE is using its annual meeting this year in Minneapolis to showcase the organization’s, member’s and industry’s progression…

Automakers, the United Autoworkers (UAW) and other climate and industry leaders released statements this week on the Biden administration’s steps to strengthen American leadership on clean cars and trucks. Joint Statement From ‘Big Three’ Ford, General Motors (GM) and Fiat Chrysler owner Stellantis announced their shared aspiration to achieve sales of 40-50% of annual U.S.…

As part of the 34th annual American Coalition for Ethanol (ACE) Conference taking place Aug. 18-20 in Minneapolis, consulting firms Christianson PLLP and K·Coe Isom will host breakout sessions centered on planning for the future, ways to address changes in the workplace and leadership, and how to set up and monetize projects that capitalize on…

This year’s American Coalition for Ethanol (ACE) annual conference coming up Aug. 18-20, in Minneapolis, offers a collection of general sessions that address the industry’s most timely topics, including a presentation from University of Illinois at Chicago’s Dr. Steffen Mueller, principal economist of the Energy Resources Center, that broaches the hype surrounding electric vehicles (EVs)…

Saratoga Springs, N.Y.-based Stewart’s Shops will introduce electric vehicle chargers (EVCs) to five of its locations, having begun installation of its first store’s units, expected to be in service by the fall. Stewart’s Shops broke ground on its first NYPA EVolve Electric Vehicle Fast Charging Station on July 1 in Schodack, N.Y. The chargers are…

The American Coalition for Ethanol (ACE) 34th annual conference coming up Aug. 18-20, in Minneapolis, offers a variety of breakout sessions covering the latest in technology updates, strategic planning advice and ways to make ethanol plants more profitable. The breakout sessions will be held concurrently in three rounds on the afternoon of Thursday, Aug. 19,…

Chevron U.S.A. Inc., through its Chevron Products Co. division (Chevron), and Cummins Inc., a global power and hydrogen technologies leader, announced a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to explore a strategic alliance to develop commercially viable business opportunities in hydrogen and other alternative energy sources. The MOU provides the framework for Chevron and Cummins to initially…

The National Advisory Group (NAG) Spring Leadership Series concluded its five-week run on June 16, after informative virtual sessions that discussed topics ranging from consumer trends to technology to fuel disruption. Moderated by NAG Executive Director and CStore Decisions Editor-in-Chief John Lofstock, the series dissected some of the most pressing issues facing convenience store retailers…

WASHINGTON – Growth Energy, the nation’s largest ethanol trade association, applauded the House introduction of the H.R. 4254, the “Low Carbon Biofuel Credit Act,” by U.S Reps. Cindy Axne, R-Iowa, and Adrian Smith, R-Neb., that would fast-track consumer access to lower-cost, lower-carbon vehicle fuel blends. “Higher ethanol blends continue to grow in popularity among drivers…

Marathon Petroleum Corp. published two annual reports that expand its disclosures in environmental, social and governance (ESG) matters while detailing its approach to sustainability. As the company continues to diversify its portfolio of products and services and grow lower-carbon fuels and energy sources, it is also enhancing its reporting on diversity, equity and inclusion; greenhouse…