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The Ethanol Report

Cindy Zimmerman
E15
Ethanol
Renewable Fuels Association
Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS)
Year-Round E15
45Z
California
Renewable Fuel Standard
Global Ethanol Summit
United States
Ethanol Exports
National Ethanol Conference
Girls Auto Clinic
Congress
Small Refinery Exemptions
US Ethanol Exports
World Ethanol Exports
Exports
Corn
United Kingdom

Interviews and reports on issues of interest to the ethanol industry, sponsored by the Renewable Fuels Association

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In this edition of the Ethanol Report podcast, we hear from many of the RFA team members who helped to make FEW 2026 a home run, including Senior Vice President for Government and Public Affairs Troy Bredenkamp; Senior Vice President for Industry Rel... more

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The Renewable Fuels Association is partnering with the Kansas City Diamonds as the "Official Fuel" of the organization for the inaugural Professional Softball League season. This episode features Jeremy McDowell, President of the Kansas City Diamond... more

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Troy Bredenkamp, Senior VP, Government & Public Affairs for the Renewable Fuels Association, discusses House passage of the Nationwide Consumer and Fuel Retailer Choice Act, and plans for getting it through the Senate and on to the president's desk t... more

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RFA President and CEO Geoff Cooper breaks down what happened to the E15 bill in Congress this past week.

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Ozzie Smith
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Episode: Ethanol Report 6-8-26
Jeremy McDowell
President of the Kansas City Diamonds
Kansas City Diamonds
Episode: Ethanol Report 5-22-26
Robert White
Senior Vice President of Industry Relations and Market Development
Renewable Fuels Association (RFA)
Episode: Ethanol Report 5-22-26
Troy Bredenkamp
Senior Vice President for Government and Public Affairs
Renewable Fuels Association
Episode: Ethanol Report 5-14-26
Geoff Cooper
President and CEO of the Renewable Fuels Association
Renewable Fuels Association
Episode: Ethanol Report 5-1-26
Patrice Banks
Founder of Girls Auto Clinic; advocate for women in automotive maintenance
Girls Auto Clinic
Episode: Ethanol Report 3-19-26
Jeff Cooper
President and CEO of the Renewable Fuels Association
Renewable Fuels Association
Episode: Ethanol Report 1-23-26
Ashley Viglione
Government Affairs Associate for RFA in DC office
Renewable Fuels Association
Episode: Ethanol Report 12-11-25
Ed Hubbard
General Counsel and Vice President of Government Affairs for the Renewable Fuels Association
Renewable Fuels Association
Episode: Ethanol Report 10-30-25

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Ethanol Report 10-30-25
Q: How do these international efforts translate into long-term growth for US ethanol?
By securing linchpin markets in Southeast Asia and other regions, expanding blends, and leveraging SAF opportunities, the US can sustain export momentum, encourage new plant investments, and potentially expand into new regions as broader trade access improves.
Ethanol Report 10-30-25
Q: What are the most significant deals or opportunities that emerged from the UK trade mission and related negotiations?
Key outcomes include advancing on-road ethanol blends like E10 and pursuing pathways to higher blends such as E15, plus recognizing ethanol as a feedstock for sustainable aviation and maritime fuels within tariff-quota agreements.
Ethanol Report 10-30-25
Q: Can you describe the purpose and outcomes of the Global Ethanol Summit that was just held?
The summit focused on showcasing ethanol benefits, engaging senior officials and business leaders, and creating opportunities for market entry and expansion, while highlighting the industrial diplomacy aspect of ethanol trade.
Ethanol Report 12-11-25
Q: What's your background and what drew you to the ethanol industry?
I graduated from Denison University with majors in communications and environmental studies, spent a gap year teaching English in Madrid, and then returned to join RFA. My interest in sustainability, energy, and agriculture, plus seeing the industry's real-world impact, drew me to ethanol and the mission of supporting farmers and communities.
Ethanol Report 12-11-25
Q: Can you introduce yourself and describe what you do for RFA?
I'm Ashley Viglione, Government Affairs Associate for RFA in DC; I manage the RFA PAC, track contributions, coordinate fundraising, and support the DC Government Affairs Team with meetings, materials, coalition outreach, and board prep.

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The discussions center on ethanol policy, market advocacy, and the evolving regulatory landscape that shapes ethanol adoption in the United States. Episodes frequently cover year-round E15 expansion, the Renewable Fuel Standard, EPA rulemaking, tax incentives like 45Z, and the strategic lobbying and coalition-building needed to advance bipartisan policy goals. Guests from the Renewable Fuels Association, policymakers, industry economists, and partner organizations provide practical updates on legislation, export growth, state-level deployments (notably California), and real-world initiatives—such as industry partnerships and community outreach—that aim to expand ethanol use among retailers, farmers, and consumers. A notable pattern is tying... more

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4. Troy Bredenkamp
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7. Jeff Cooper
8. Ashley Viglione

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