Administration Approves Summer E15 Fuel Sales

The Renewable Fuels Association welcomed the EPA's decision this week to allow uninterrupted sales of lower-cost E15 this summer.  RFA said at a time of rising gasoline prices, year-round sales of E15 will help American drivers save money at the pump, strengthen the rural economy, and boost energy independence.

The RFA thanked EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin and the White House for announcing waivers that will allow continued sales of E15 at almost 5,000 gas stations across the country.

“With geopolitical conflict roiling energy markets worldwide, we applaud President Trump and Administrator Zeldin for acting quickly and decisively to combat potential fuel shortages and help keep a lid on gas prices this summer," said RFA President and CEO Geoff Cooper.  "[Wednesday’s] action will allow maximum flexibility and fuel fungibility in the marketplace, which is exactly what the supply chain needs right now. We also appreciate the efforts of USDA Secretary Brooke Rollins, several Midwest governors, and the many ethanol supporters in Congress who worked together to promote continued access to E15.”

In announcing the decision, EPA pointed out that the lower-cost, American-made E15 blend is legally approved for use in more than 95% of vehicles on the road today.

The RFA continued while the EPA announcement this week is good news for American families, a permanent legislative solution allowing year-round E15 is still needed.

“For the economic and energy security benefits of E15 to be fully realized, the marketplace needs stability and long-term certainty,” Cooper said. “Consumers, fuel producers, and farmers alike desperately need Congress to pass legislation that would deliver permanent year-round access for E15 and finally break the cycle of ad hoc, stop-gap emergency waivers.”

Recent polls indicate more and more American drivers would like to see year-round E15 as an option.

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