Sustainable Aviation Fuel & Corn: IL Corn’s Impact at Key Industry Event

Tara Desmond
March 20, 2025
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IL Corn played a pivotal role in organizing the second annual Illinois Future of Fuels: Sustainable Aviation Fuel and Beyond Conference, held last week in Rosemont, Illinois. This event convened industry experts worldwide to explore sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) opportunities, particularly focusing on corn-based ethanol and the opportunity to position Illinois as a future home for the growing SAF industry.

 

As a key stakeholder, IL Corn collaborated with the Illinois Manufacturers' Association (IMA) and other partners to facilitate discussions on SAF's potential in the United States, emphasizing the unique opportunities for Illinois and the Midwest. The conference featured panels of experts, keynote addresses, and networking sessions, fostering a comprehensive understanding of sustainable fuels.

The event commenced with welcoming remarks from Matt Raben, District 14 Director for ICMB, underscoring IL Corn's commitment to advancing SAF initiatives. A notable session, "Agricultural Feedstocks: Lowering and Certifying CI Score," included Justin Rahn, an IL Corn Growers Association member, highlighting the role of corn in reducing carbon intensity scores for SAF production.

 

Through its active participation and support, IL Corn demonstrated its dedication to promoting sustainable practices and expanding markets for corn-based products, positioning corn as a key contributor to the future of sustainable aviation fuels.

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