RFA says year-round E15 even more important due to Middle East tensions
In Washington, as the events in the Middle East have led to a spike in oil prices and the expectation of higher gasoline prices for American drivers, the Renewable Fuels Association renews its urgent call for Congress to pass legislation to allow the nationwide year-round sale of the lower-cost, American-made E15, a blend with 15 percent ethanol.
Recent polling by Morning Consult indicates:
· 78% are very or somewhat concerned about gas price fluctuations.
· 78% believe renewable fuels like ethanol are important to energy independence.
· 73% believe it is very or somewhat important for their fuel to be made in America.
In 2025, the U.S. imported 314 million barrels of oil from OPEC countries. If E15 were adopted nationally, Cooper said, the additional ethanol would displace half of this volume.
Category: Policy
