Mid America Agri Products/Wheatland begins CO2 capture for transportation in Tallgrass’ pipeline

In Nebraska, Mid America Agri Products/Wheatland (MAAPW) announced the start of carbon dioxide capture at its Madrid, Nebraska, ethanol facility, with volumes to be transported on Tallgrass’ Trailblazer Pipeline for permanent sequestration in Wyoming.

“This achievement honors my father’s belief in acting boldly for the future,” said Tina Lundeen Smith, chairperson of the board and EVP of business development at MAAPW. “By partnering with Tallgrass on the Trailblazer project, we’re securing value for our employees, creating stable demand for local corn growers, and ensuring benefits flow directly into the community that supports us.”

“Trailblazer helps us make ethanol more competitive in low-carbon markets,” added MAAPW CEO Prestin Read. “It reinforces Nebraska’s ag economy by paving the way for new decarbonized markets and stronger rural economies. We are especially grateful for the hard work and leadership of our plant manager, Mike Kluthe, and for the dedication of our employees, whose commitment makes this achievement possible.”