USGC: Workshop in Japan highlights benefits of US ethanol
Summary
This closed-door workshop was jointly developed to showcase the various aspects and pathways ethanol can have within the Japanese transportation sector. “Building lasting relationships with end users benefits the entire marketing channel,” said USGC President and CEO Ryan LeGrand. In May, President Biden and Prime Minister Kishida jointly announced Japan’s commitment to double its domestic ethanol consumption by 2030, including for on-road fuel and SAF. At the workshop, the latest updates on the improvements in corn and ethanol production, SAF and carbon sequestration efforts happening in the United States were shared with attendees,” said USGC Director in Japan Tommy Hamamoto. Representatives from Japan included participants from the refining, automobile, airline, academic, research and legislative sectors.