Our Impact
Rooted in American Grit
At POET, creating a cleaner future means getting our hands dirty. It doesn't mean that our work isn't cutting-edge. It just means that our breakthroughs are covered in layers of dust, sweat, and good old-fashioned grit.
Production volumes
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gallons of annual bioethanol production capacity
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lbs of annual corn oil production capacity
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lbs of annual DDGS production capacity
Community & Agriculture
How POET supports farmers and local economies
POET's bioproducts provide stability for American farmers by creating a reliable market for their crops, adding value to their grain, and ensuring a steady income for rural communities.
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of the U.S. corn crop processed annually (1M+ semi-truck loads)
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bushels of corn processed annually
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local farmers partnered nationwide
Impact
Why it matters
As the world leader in bioethanol production, POET has been leveraging the potential of agriculture and our farmers to lead the Renewable Revolution for four decades. We believe every product that comes from a barrel of oil can instead be grown from the surface of the Earth.
Creating stability for agriculture
POET's bioproducts provide stability for American farmers by creating a reliable market for their crops, adding value to their grain, and ensuring a steady income for rural communities. Bioprocessing also provides abundant supplies of high-quality, high-protein animal feed that go right back to the farm!
Boosting domestic energy production
We use locally grown corn to produce bioethanol, a cleaner-burning, lower-cost fuel. American-made biofuels support our national energy independence by reducing reliance on foreign oil sources. Our commitment to domestically produced energy strengthens our national security.
Reducing vehicle emissions
Biofuels play a critical role in replacing harmful chemicals found in traditional gasoline, therefore lowering toxic emissions from the tailpipe. This improves the quality of the air we breathe and helps to protect public health.
Promoting a sustainable future
POET contributes to a healthier planet by supporting regenerative agricultural practices, minimizing environmental impacts, reducing harmful emissions, and creating affordable, renewable bioproducts.
Numbers That Matter
POET at a glance
A quick look at the impact we're making today, driving innovation, strengthening communities, and building a brighter future.
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countries served through biofuels and bioproduct exports
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granted U.S. biotechnology patents
Our growing portfolio of processes and bioproducts drives the future of innovative solutions.
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largest container shipper in the U.S.
POET's logistics team moves products efficiently and dependably around the world.
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unique bioproducts
From bioethanol to high-protein animal feed, we produce American-made bioproducts that put every part of the kernal to use.
Fourth-largest CO2 company in the U.S. and the fastest-growing CO2 company
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bioprocessing facilities
Our footprint combines scale with local impact, supporting communities and agriculture across the Heartland.
Outreach
The difference we make together
A key part of our mission to leave the world better than we found it involves giving back, both in the communities that we call home and in communities all over the world.
Never Satisfied Scholarships
POET wants to invest in the next generation of innovators, leaders, dreamers, and doers who want to change the world. The annual Never Satisfied Scholarship program is open to students enrolled in any two- or four-year post-secondary school.
Community Impact Grants
The POET Community Impact Grant program is facilitated by POET’s bioprocessing facilities, which award annual grants to local individuals or community organizations that share POET’s vision to make the world a better place.
Seeds of Change
The international nonprofit, founded by Jeff and Tammie Broin, works to cultivate sustainable, worldwide change by transforming lives through the power of education and the miracle of agriculture.
Locations
The communities we live in
POET's locations across 13 states create lasting community impact.
Community & Agriculture
Community support
POET is proud to support the communities we call home. By providing good-paying jobs and partnering with local farmers, we help strengthen rural economies and grow America’s agricultural markets. Beyond that, we give back through local initiatives, charitable programs, and efforts that make a lasting difference.
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in local economic impact annually at each bioprocessing facility
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team members
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invested in scholarships and grants
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Supporting America’s heartland through grain purchasing and community investment
About Us
Discover who we are, what we do, and our mission to create domestic energy solutions that strengthen rural communities and fuel the future
Products & Services
Learn about POET’s suite of bioproducts. We believe every product that comes from a barrel of oil can instead be grown from the surface of the Earth.
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