Growth Energy Statement on California Governor Newsom’s Directive on E15

WASHINGTON, D.C.-Growth Energy, the nation's largest biofuel trade association, issued the following statement today after California Governor Gavin Newsom issued a directive to the California Air Resources Board (CARB) to expedite measures that could lead to lower gas prices without compromising environmental protections. This includes studying "how California could increase ethanol blending in gasoline (E15), which studies have shown could reduce prices while maintaining environmental protections."

"We thank Gov. Newsom for voicing his support to approve E15, which can lower fuel costs for California families while helping to decarbonize the state's light-duty vehicles," said Growth Energy CEO Emily Skor. "We stand ready to assist the governor's office and state to complete the approval process and permit the sale of this more affordable and environmentally-beneficial fuel option, which Americans have already relied on to travel 120 billion miles."