National Oilseed Processors Association Statement on Release of SAF GREET Model
WASHINGTON, April 30, 2024 – The National Oilseed Processors Association (NOPA) today welcomed the Biden Administration’s release of the Greenhouse Gases, Regulated Emissions and Energy Use in Technologies (GREET) model which will open new market opportunities and pave the way for increased production of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF).
NOPA President and CEO Kailee Tkacz Buller made the following statement:
“Acknowledging, for the first time, the carbon benefits that climate-smart agriculture practices can deliver is a significant step to ramping up SAF production and NOPA is pleased to see the updated GREET model recognize the positive environmental impact of U.S.-produced biofuels.
“However, we are concerned the requirement to implement climate-smart ag practices simultaneously will limit this opportunity, particularly in parts of the country where it may not be possible to plant a cover crop or the cost to implement new practices is too steep. We look forward to further reviewing today’s announcement and having a continued dialogue with the administration to better understand what this and other provisions, including indirect land use change impact, mean for the industry and how we can competitively and efficiently meet the needs of the SAF market.
“Since 2021, NOPA members have made over $6 billion in investments supporting a 1-billion-gallon increase in capacity while reducing the soybean supply chain carbon footprint by 19%. This was made possible through improved soil health and water quality, decreased chemical application, implementation of no till practices, expansion of cover crops, and transitions from coal to natural gas fuel sources- all while improving yields.
“These direct examples reiterate that the oilseed industry stands ready to work alongside the Biden Administration and the airline industry on the expanded use and production of U.S. farmer grown biofuels to drive innovation, cut aviation emissions, and create U.S. jobs,” Buller said.
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About National Oilseed Processors Association (NOPA):
Founded in 1930, NOPA is the national trade organization located in Washington, DC representing the U.S. soybean, canola, flaxseed, safflower seed, and sunflower seed crushing industries. Our 15 members operate a total of 62 soybean & 5 softseed solvent extraction plants across 21 states. NOPA members produce meal and oil used in human food, animal feed, fuel and for industrial applications. Collectively, NOPA members process 95 percent of all soybeans in the U.S. which accounts for approximately 2 billion bushels annually. For more information on NOPA, visit www.nopa.org.