The Impact of Carbon Intensity on EthanolBernie Hoffman · FEW 2016

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About K·Coe Isom

• Complete immersion in all aspects of food & ag, especially biofuels

• More than 20 biofuels clients in 8 states• Full range CPA and consulting services – more than

just an accounting firm• Knowledge of markets, regulation, and ways to

positively impact your business

At K·Coe Isom, we understand your business:

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About Bernie HoffmanEthanol & Biofuels practice leader

30+ years of expertise in energy & biofuels, with an engineering background and operational experience to helpfirms:• Expand• Diversify• Improve Profitability• Approach Mergers & Acquisitions

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What will the Emerging Carbon Economy mean for

the Ethanol Industry?

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Drivers of the Carbon Economy

ParisAgreement

Proposed EPACO2 Limits

“War”on Coal

Environmental Regulation

Engine CAFÉStandards

Low CarbonFuel Standard(s)

Health Effects/Benefits

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The Carbon Economy by the Numbers

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The Geography of the Carbon Economy

Low Carbon Fuel Standardadopted (1 State)

Northeast and Mid-Atlantic Low Carbon Fuel Standard(11 states + DC)

Low Carbon Fuel Standard in development throughlegislation (1 State)

Low Carbon Fuel Standard in development throughexecutive order (1 State)

Bernie Hoffmanbernie.hoffman@kcoe.com

316 685.0222

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