The Advanced Ethanol Council (AEC) represents worldwide leaders in the effort to develop and commercialize the next generation of ethanol fuels, ranging from cellulosic ethanol made from dedicated energy crops, forest residues and agricultural waste to advanced ethanol made from municipal solid waste, algae and other feedstocks.

The AEC is the only advanced biofuel group with the singular purpose of promoting advanced ethanol fuels and technologies.

Recent News

Advanced Ethanol Council Congratulates Secretary Moniz

Advanced Ethanol Council Congratulates Secretary Moniz

May 16, 2013

The AEC released a statement today congratulating Secretary Moniz on his unanimous confirmation by the U.S. Senate.

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AEC Asks White House for Faster Resolution of Advanced Biofuel Pathways

AEC Asks White House for Faster Resolution of Advanced Biofuel Pathways

May 09, 2013

The AEC sent a letter to the White House today expressing concern about ongoing delays in the approval process for advanced biofuel pathways pursuant to the implementation of the RFS.

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RFS Reform Act Proposes to Gut Rather Than Reform the RFS

RFS Reform Act Proposes to Gut Rather Than Reform the RFS

April 10, 2013

Brooke Coleman, Executive Director of the AEC, released a statement today in response to legislation that would gut the RFS.

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AEC Comments on RFS White Paper Regarding Blend Wall and Compatibility Issues

AEC Comments on RFS White Paper Regarding Blend Wall and Compatibility Issues

April 08, 2013

The AEC reacted to the House Energy and Commerce Committee’s plans to review the RFS.

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ZeaChem Begins Production of Cellulosic Chemicals and Ethanol, Advances Toward Commercialization

ZeaChem Begins Production of Cellulosic Chemicals and Ethanol, Advances Toward Commercialization

March 12, 2013

ZeaChem, developer of highly-efficient biorefineries, announced that it has produced commercial-grade cellulosic chemicals and ethanol at its 250,000 gallons per year biorefinery in Boardman, Ore.

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