WASHINGTON, D.C. – Wednesday, U.S. Senator Pete Ricketts (R-NE) highlighted his efforts to promote renewable fuels and Nebraska’s farmers during his weekly press call. Ricketts recently led a resolution declaring May 2025 as Renewable Fuels Month in America. He spoke with members of Nebraska press about the resolution:
“Nebraska farmers fuel the world through the production of renewable fuels like ethanol and biodiesel,” said Ricketts.“Renewable fuels save consumers money at the pump and support Nebraska agriculture. They clean our environment and support American energy security.”
Ricketts also underscored the cost savings renewable fuels provide Nebraskan families.
“Biofuels save consumers money at the pump,”continued Ricketts.“Last time I filled up at Hy-Vee, I saved 55 cents per gallon with E10 compared to the regular 89 octane. That’s saving money at the pump. That’s real relief.”
In addition, Ricketts described the economic benefits of biofuels for Nebraska’s farmers. Nebraska’s 25 ethanol plants have capacity to make nearly 2.2 billion gallons of biofuel each year. These plants provide more than 1,300 good-paying jobs with an annual economic impact of more than $6 billion.
