ACE News

ACE to Bring Advocates to Capitol Hill for 15th Annual DC Fly-in March 17-18

ACE — Wed, 04 Feb 2026 16:03:46 GMT

The American Coalition for Ethanol (ACE) is hosting its 15^th annual Washington, DC Fly-in and Government Affairs Summit March 17-18, 2026, bringing ethanol producers, farmers, and industry stakeholders to Capitol Hill to engage directly with federal policymakers. One of the biofuels industry’s longest-running and most impactful advocacy events, the Fly-In provides a critical opportunity for grassroots voices to help shape federal energy and agriculture policy.

ACE: Treasury 45Z Proposal a Positive Step, More Clarity Needed on Low-Carbon Farming Practices

ACE — Tue, 03 Feb 2026 16:55:47 GMT

Today, the U.S. Treasury Department and Internal Revenue Service (IRS) released long overdue proposed regulations on how biofuel producers can claim the 45Z Clean Fuel Production Tax Credit, amended under the One, Big, Beautiful Bill. The proposed regulations provide guidance on the determination of clean fuel production credits, emissions rates, and certification and registration requirements. American Coalition for Ethanol (ACE) CEO Brian Jennings issued the following statement in response:

ACE Board Elects 2026 Officers

ACE — Thu, 29 Jan 2026 18:59:59 GMT

During its first quarter meeting, the American Coalition for Ethanol (ACE) Board of Directors elected its 2026 officers who also comprise the organization’s Executive Committee.

ACE Statement on House Leadership Decision to Create E15 Rural Energy Council

ACE — Thu, 22 Jan 2026 17:14:21 GMT

Today, Congressional House leadership decided to omit from the pending appropriations package bipartisan legislation that would permanently allow the year-round, nationwide sale of E15 in favor of creating a new E15 Rural Energy Council to “develop legislative solutions to address the crisis facing our nation’s farmers and refiners.” American Coalition for Ethanol (ACE) CEO Brian Jennings issued the following statement in response:

ACE Joins Ag, Biofuel Groups in Urging Swift Congressional Action to Secure Year-Round E15

ACE — Wed, 07 Jan 2026 16:17:38 GMT

The American Coalition for Ethanol (ACE) today joined a broad coalition of organizations representing farmers, ethanol producers, and renewable fuel stakeholders in urging congressional leaders to swiftly pass legislation securing permanent, year-round access to E15 nationwide.

ACE Urges CARB to Move Quickly on E15 Implementation in California

ACE — Wed, 19 Nov 2025 15:26:12 GMT

The American Coalition for Ethanol (ACE) submitted comments to the California Air Resources Board (CARB) calling for swift implementation guidance for E15 following CARB’s Oct. 14 Scoping Workshop on E15 Use in California. Current regulations don’t cover E15 specifications or regulatory enforcement, so ACE underscored the urgency of CARB categorizing E15 as a gasoline-grade fuel, given the recent authorization of E15 sales through the passage of AB 30 and 14 years of safe, real-world use nationwide.

ACE Calls on EPA to Fully Reallocate Small Refinery Exemption Gallons and Finalize Set 2 RFS Rule Before Year End

ACE — Fri, 31 Oct 2025 14:20:16 GMT

The American Coalition for Ethanol (ACE) submitted comments today to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) in response to the Agency’s supplemental proposed rule for the “Set 2” Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS) program covering 2026 and 2027, urging the Agency to fully reallocate the impacts of Small Refinery Exemptions (SREs) and finalize the rule before year end.

ACE Ethanol Today Magazine Releases 2026 Editorial Themes, Builds on Enhanced Digital Presence

ACE — Thu, 16 Oct 2025 14:25:08 GMT

Ethanol Today magazine, published by the American Coalition for Ethanol (ACE), has issued its 2026 lineup of editorial themes, along with print and digital advertising opportunities for the year ahead.

The bimonthly trade publication will explore a diverse mix of issues shaping the future of the ethanol industry — from policy and regulatory priorities under the Trump 2.0 administration and Congress to leadership transitions and workforce strategies that strengthen plant resilience. Other themes will spotlight emerging markets for ethanol beyond the pump, such as sustainable aviation fuel, maritime shipping, chemicals, and other bio-based products. The 2026 issues will also feature coverage on advancing higher ethanol blends, reducing carbon intensity, and growing export demand in global markets.

For more than two decades, Ethanol Today has provided timely, in-depth reporting on the people, policies, and progress driving America’s ethanol industry.

“Since updating Ethanol Today’s design and digital platform two years ago, we’ve continued to strengthen the magazine’s reach and relevance,” said Katie Muckenhirn, ACE Vice President of Public Affairs. “We’re building on that momentum to keep readers informed and help companies connect with a highly targeted, influential audience in the biofuels industry.”

Ethanol Today reaches every ACE member, including ethanol plants nationwide and the offices of every Member of Congress. With its upgraded digital edition — now more user-friendly, searchable, and mobile-responsive — the magazine delivers unmatched value to advertisers looking to connect with industry decision-makers.

ACE is currently offering competitive advertising packages for all six 2026 issues of Ethanol Today.

For the 2026 Editorial Calendar and Media Kit, visit ethanol.org/ethanol-today/advertise.

Editorial inquiries: Ashley Hillmer – ahillmer@ethanol.org
Event and sponsorship inquiries: Anna Carpenter – acarpenter@ethanol.org

ACE Applauds California Approval of E15

ACE — Thu, 02 Oct 2025 18:47:49 GMT

The American Coalition for Ethanol (ACE) today praised California Governor Gavin Newsom for signing Assembly Bill 30 into law, legislation that opens the door for retailers across California to sell E15.

ACE Urges EPA to Finalize Full Reallocation of Small Refinery Exemptions in RFS Set 2 Rulemaking

ACE — Wed, 01 Oct 2025 14:45:04 GMT

In testimony delivered today during the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) virtual public hearing on how it plans to handle reallocation of small refinery exemptions (SREs) under the Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS), American Coalition for Ethanol (ACE) CEO Brian Jennings emphasized the need for EPA to fully reallocate gallons lost to SREs in order to get the RFS back on track.