Ethanol is a biodegradable, renewable fuel commonly made from field corn. It is less commonly made using cellulosic materials such as crop residues and wood. Its use is widespread, as 98% of all gasoline consumed in the United States contains a blend of Ethanol. The most common blend provided, E10 (10% ethanol, 90% gasoline) can be used in any vehicle. Flex fuel vehicles (FFV) are able to fuel with E85 (up to 85% ethanol) which is considered an alternative fuel under the Energy Policy Act of 1992 (EPAct).
Ethanol is a crucial component of our nations solution to reducing our dependency on foreign oil, fossil fuels, lowering fuel prices, and cleaning the environment.
Ethanol is made in 28 states, but plants outside the Midwest typically receive corn by rail or use other feedstocks and are near large population centers.