With the implementation of the Energy Policy Act of 2005 and the simultaneous phaseout of MTBE in 2006, the U.S. ethanol industry witnessed another unprecedented period of growth that is carrying into 2007.
In 2006, the ethanol pendulum didn't just swing back and forth—it unhinged from its fulcrum altogether. Much of the past year's activities focused on less costly, more efficient methods of making ethanol.
By Lindsey Irwin
December 13, 2006
Newcomers to the international ethanol community made significant advances following in the footsteps of the world's renewable fuels leaders—the United States, Brazil and the European Union (EU)—in what some in the industry are calling a turning point year for ethanol. The emerging producers have the benefit of learning from industry leaders who have weathered the trials and tribulations of building an industry from the ground up.
Attendance at nearly all ethanol conferences was record-breaking in 2006, mirroring the rapid growth of the biofuels industry. Likewise, the sheer number of ethanol conferences was mind-boggling. In retrospect, EPM looked at the biggest conferences, most important issues and hottest trends to hit ethanol events in 2006.
By Lindsey Irwin
December 13, 2006
Propelled by federal policy and high crude oil prices, the demand for ethanol ballooned in 2006. The ensuing race to satiate the nation's hunger for ethanol—and to get in on the profits—led some ethanol producers to pack their bags and head for Wall Street.
Aiming to keep shipments of increased supplies fluid, rail companies were shelling out the dough this year to curb future delays on their heavily traveled lines.
By Jason Sagebiel, FCStone
December 13, 2006
USDA production numbers drop, increasing market volatility
By Sean Broderick, Commodity Specialists Company
December 13, 2006
Grain harvest lows come at unexpected time, keeping market tight
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