Today, Growth Energy, the nation’s largest biofuel trade association, welcomed industry leaders and innovators to The Phoenician in Scottsdale, Arizona, for the organization’s 17th annual Executive Leadership Conference (ELC). ELC gathers Growth Energy members from across the country to engage in executive-level educational programming, strategic planning, and networking within the biofuels industry.
Growth Energy CEO Emily Skor kicked off the conference with a keynote address focused on the growing demand for American biofuels in the U.S. and around the world.
“The entire country is focused on energy — and we stand apart for the unique benefits that we alone can inject into America’s future,” said Skor.
One of the industry’s top policy priorities, according to Skor, remains securing permanent, year-round access to E15 — a more affordable fuel blend made with 15% American ethanol that can be used in 96% of cars on the road today. In her remarks, Skor emphasized that consumer demand for E15 continues to grow nationwide and that Congress must deliver a lasting solution.
“We are not going to stop pushing until our lawmakers make law,” said Skor.
Skor also highlighted the importance of a strong Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS), expanding access to global markets, and policies that reward innovation and support growth across rural America.
In addition to the keynote address, this year’s ELC features 19 executive-level educational panels and sessions with speakers from across the renewable fuels, retail, public, and agricultural sectors. The event is ongoing in Scottsdale, Arizona. Follow along on social media using the hashtag #ELC2026.
