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NAT'L CORN GROWERS ASSN: EPA'S FINAL RULE A STEP FORWARD FOR ETHANOL
Dec. 7, 2015
National Corn Growers Association (NCGA) reports:
The following is a statement from Maryland farmer Chip Bowling, president of the National Corn Growers Association, in response to today's announcement by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency of the renewable volume obligations under the Renewable Fuel Standard.
"America's corn farmers are proud to grow a cleaner burning, renewable fuel source for America and the world. In July, we asked the Environmental Protection Agency to restore the 2014-16 corn ethanol renewable volume obligation to comply with the Renewable Fuel Standard as passed by Congress and signed into law.
"While we are pleased to see the EPA take a step forward and revise its original proposal, the fact remains that any reduction in the statutory amount will have a negative impact on our economy, our energy security, and the environment. It is unfortunate that Big Oil's campaign of misinformation continues to carry weight in the court of public opinion, and in this decision.
"The Renewable Fuel Standard has been one of America's most successful energy policies ever. Because of it, our economy is stronger, we are more energy independent, and our air is cleaner. We should be strengthening our commitment to renewable fuels, not backing down.
"In light of the EPA's decision, we are evaluating our options. We will fight to protect the rights of farmers and consumers and hold the EPA accountable."
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