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Is isobutanol a biofuel and will it be granted a Renewable Identification Number (RIN) when produced?

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Is isobutanol a biofuel and will it be granted a Renewable Identification Number (RIN) when produced?

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Yes, but at a higher value. Because isobutanol has 30% higher energy content than ethanol, a gallon of isobutanol will get 1.3 RINs while a gallon of ethanol would get one. Hence, obligated parties will be able to comply with the RFS2 with isobutanol or ethanol.