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title: Join | American Coalition for Ethanol
description: Join ACE and be part of the clean-fuel movement. Contribute to the low-carbon future powered by ethanol. Join the family and make a difference today.
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# Optimists Wanted

![Bars](https://ethanol.org/hubfs/Bars.svg)

 JOIN FORCES.

## Join ACE.

The American Coalition of Ethanol (ACE) leads the clean-fuel present for a low-carbon future.  And because we build bridges between rural communities, policymakers, tech leaders, farmers, and environmentalists, we welcome supporters from all corners of the country in any profession or area of study.

We only ask you bring your expertise, ideas and passion to help us build on the economic and environmental progress that only ethanol delivers. Considering it’s the one renewable energy that has preserved and strengthened actual American communities, we think ethanol has the unique power to build new alliances. Join the coalition and join a movement that feels like family: power by people.

## The Full List of Membership Benefits

Voting Members**

**ACE CONFERENCE**

- Reduced registration rates for the [ACE conference](https://ethanol.org/events/conference?hsLang=en), select industry events
- Priority access to conference sponsorship opportunities - [Sponsorship Brochure](https://ethanol.org/hubfs/2026%20ACE%20Sponsorship%20%26%20Advertising%20Guide.pdf?hsLang=en)
- Opportunity to submit abstracts for [ACE conference](https://ethanol.org/events/conference?hsLang=en) agenda, members prioritized as speakers
- Voting privileges at annual meeting

**ETHANOL TODAY MAGAZINE**

- Receive 10 complimentary copies of [*Ethanol Today* magazine](https://ethanol.org/ethanol-today?hsLang=en)
- Highlight company events/activities in in* *[*Ethanol Today* magazine](https://ethanol.org/ethanol-today?hsLang=en) (based on availability)
- Submit a “New Member” or “Member Project” column for* *[*Ethanol Today* magazine](https://ethanol.org/ethanol-today/new-member-spotlight-mickelson-company?hsLang=en) (based on availability)
- Enjoy reduced advertising rates and preferred placement in* Ethanol Today* magazine – [Media Kit](https://ethanol.org/hubfs/Ethanol%20Today/Documents/ET26-Media%20Kit.pdf?hsLang=en)
- Submit a *Carbon* or *Bio Biz* column for *Ethanol Today* magazine – [details available](https://ethanol.org/hubfs/Ethanol%20Today%20Column%20Guidelines%202026.pdf?hsLang=en)

**MORE**

- Engage in actionable efforts to advance the ethanol industry via ACE’s [Action Center](https://ethanol.org/action-center?hsLang=en)

- Receive ACE email updates on public policy, market development, and industry news

- Public relations support and social media promotion (by request)
- Company listing in ACE [membership directory](https://ethanol.org/about/member-directory?hsLang=en)
- Access to ACE [webinars](https://ethanol.org/events/webinars?hsLang=en) on industry related topics
- Option to sponsor ACE’s carbon intensity calculator, and receive a directory listing – [Sponsorship Prospectus](https://ethanol.org/hubfs/2026%20-%20Carbon%20Calculator%20Sponsorship%20Prospectus.pdf?hsLang=en)

Associate Members**

**ACE CONFERENCE**

- Reduced registration rates for the [ACE conference](https://ethanol.org/events/conference?hsLang=en), select industry events
- Priority access to conference sponsorship opportunities - [Sponsorship Brochure](https://ethanol.org/hubfs/2026%20ACE%20Sponsorship%20%26%20Advertising%20Guide.pdf?hsLang=en)
- Opportunity to submit abstracts for [ACE conference](https://ethanol.org/events/conference?hsLang=en) agenda, members prioritized as speakers

**ETHANOL TODAY MAGAZINE**

- Receive 5 complimentary copies of [*Ethanol Today* magazine](https://ethanol.org/ethanol-today?hsLang=en)
- Highlight company events/activities in in* *[*Ethanol Today* magazine](https://ethanol.org/ethanol-today?hsLang=en) (based on availability)
- Submit a “New Member” or “Member Project” column for* *[*Ethanol Today* magazine](https://ethanol.org/ethanol-today/new-member-spotlight-mickelson-company?hsLang=en) (based on availability)
- Enjoy reduced advertising rates and preferred placement in* Ethanol Today* magazine – [Media Kit](https://ethanol.org/hubfs/Ethanol%20Today/Documents/ET26-Media%20Kit.pdf?hsLang=en)
- Submit a *Carbon* or *Bio Biz* column for *Ethanol Today* magazine – [details available](https://ethanol.org/hubfs/Ethanol%20Today%20Column%20Guidelines%202026.pdf?hsLang=en)

**MORE**

- Engage in actionable efforts to advance the ethanol industry via ACE’s [Action Center](https://ethanol.org/action-center?hsLang=en)

- Receive ACE email updates on public policy, market development, and industry news

- Public relations support and social media promotion (by request)
- Company listing in ACE [membership directory](https://ethanol.org/about/member-directory?hsLang=en)
- Access to ACE [webinars](https://ethanol.org/events/webinars?hsLang=en) on industry related topics
- Option to sponsor ACE’s carbon intensity calculator, and receive a directory listing – [Sponsorship Prospectus](https://ethanol.org/hubfs/2026%20-%20Carbon%20Calculator%20Sponsorship%20Prospectus.pdf?hsLang=en)

Individual Members**

- Reduced registration rates for [ACE conference](https://ethanol.org/events/conference?hsLang=en), select industry events
- Receive a complimentary print copy of [*Ethanol Today* magazine](https://ethanol.org/ethanol-today?hsLang=en)
- Receive ACE email updates on public policy, market development, and industry news
- Engage in actionable efforts to advance the ethanol industry via ACE’s [Action Center](https://ethanol.org/action-center?hsLang=en)
- Access to ACE [webinars](https://ethanol.org/events/webinars?hsLang=en) on industry related topics

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## Non-Producer Membership Levels

## Voting Member

Commodity groups, utility providers, technology companies, lenders, service providers and others who have serious skin in the game because ethanol producers are their customers. These members are eligible to serve on the ACE Board of Directors and committees and vote at the ACE Annual Meeting.

$2000/yr

[Join Now](https://ethanol.org/join/voting?hsLang=en)

## Associate Member

Manufacturers, engineering firms, specialty service providers, associations and others who have something important to say about what ethanol has done for you, your business, and your community. Associate membership is the perfect entry point to joining the ACE community.

$1000/yr

[Join Now](https://ethanol.org/join/associate?hsLang=en)

## Individual Member

The power and authenticity of individual people are the foundation of the ethanol community. If you believe in fuel choice or want to help ethanol succeed, then join the parents, teachers, students, farmers, motorists and people from other walks of life in becoming an Individual member of ACE.

$50/yr

[Join Now](https://ethanol.org/join/individual?hsLang=en)

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### Join the Cause

Your home is here. Stand with the people of ethanol and help lead the clean-fuel present   
to build a low-carbon future. 

 

## Ethanol Producer Members

We know you have options when it comes to how you invest your membership dollars. What makes ACE unique is our approach to policy and market development.

ACE does not try to be all things to all people. We follow the example of the pioneers who settled the farms surrounding your plant. In the spirit of their tenacity and vision, ACE pioneers new demand opportunities for ethanol. That means we sometimes depart from the script others follow.

But then, so do you.

You have a unique vision for our industry’s future. That’s why you’re a fit for the ACE team. We’ve spent more than 35 years coalescing grassroots leadership at local and state levels to influence action on a federal scale. If your plant has benefited from the achievements we’ve won, we know the industry will benefit from yours, too.

Our focus remains on supporting the work of farmer-owned and community-based plants that are the backbone of the ethanol industry and the places we call home. Our strength is rooted in our strategic partnerships and our depth of experience in policy and market development.

Call on us to connect with your staff, leadership and board about ACE’s current and future activities.

**Anna Carpenter**

[**acarpenter@ethanol.org**](mailto:acarpenter@ethanol.org)

**[605-306-6142](tel:6053066142)**

 PARTNERS IN PROGRESS

### Ethanol Producers

*ANNUAL DUES BASED ON PRODUCTION GALLONS - Contact ACE office to learn more.*

 

 OUR MEMBERS

## TESTIMONIALS

Hear why others have joined forces with ACE.

Rick Schwarck - CEO Absolute Energy (IA)** “Absolute Energy is incredibly proud to be a member of ACE and I am grateful to be a member of their Board of Directors. I have always believed ACE punches far above its weight and gets things done for the ethanol industry.”

Walt Wendland - CEO Ringneck Energy (SD)** “As one of the newest facilities in the U.S., Ringneck Energy is working to capitalize on our efficiency and low carbon score to maximize a return in clean fuel markets. We are proud to join ACE because they are proactively advocating for new clean fuel markets which will increase demand and highlight how modern farming practices and other technological advances make ethanol the only low carbon fuel with the ability to attain net-zero and even net-negative GHG emissions.”

Brian Kletscher - CEO Highwater Ethanol (MN)** “Highwater Ethanol has been a long-time member of ACE because they have been so effective at developing new markets for E15 and E85, and we are strongly supportive of their recent efforts to expand the use of higher blends of ethanol through new clean fuel policies and making sure farmers get credit for climate-smart practices.”

![Bars](https://ethanol.org/hubfs/Bars.svg)

 DISCOUNTS

### Ethanol Today Reduced Advertising Rate + Editorial Opportunities

*Ethanol Today* is the only publication produced by the ethanol industry for the ethanol industry. Promote your company to our targeted subscriber list of ethanol leaders and supporters. All ACE members receive special reduced ad rates and editorial opportunities.

For a Media Kit or Editorial Calendar, contact Katie Muckenhirn at [kmuckenhirn@ethanol.org](mailto:kmuckenhirn@ethanol.org).

View the latest issue of *Ethanol Today.*

[Ethanol Today](https://ethanol.org/ethanol-today?hsLang=en)

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### **Academic Scholarship**

Since 2004, the ACE Scholarship Program has awarded financial aid to employees, spouses, and dependents of member companies to assist in continuing their education. Eligibility includes Ethanol Producer, Voting and Associate Membership levels. Those interested in donating to the Scholarship Program can [contact Anna Carpenter at the ACE office](https://ethanol.org/meet-ace/staff/?hsLang=en).

[Contact The Ace Office](https://ethanol.org/contact-us?hsLang=en)

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