Bioethanol
An American-made, plant-based fuel that reduces dependence on oil and supports healthy grain markets across the corn belt
Building the Biofuture
American bioproducts for the good of all.
Our Impact
We're here to solve our world's greatest challenges by harnessing the power of biotechnology and agriculture to create plant-based bioproducts.
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POET | NASCAR
American-made performance
POET is proud to be the first official bioethanol partner of NASCAR, powering the sport with high-octane bioethanol that delivers maximum performance with zero carbon intensity.
At the root of innovation
Rooted in American Grit
Alongside farmers, we are unlocking agriculture's full potential and finding new ways of keeping our communities strong.
Locations
The communities we call home
POET has 35 bioprocessing facilities across nine U.S. states.
How It Works
A world of opportunity
POET harnesses the power of American-grown corn to produce a suite of valuable bioproducts. Learn how our production process creates a world of opportunity.
Product & Services
Powering the future with plant-based innovation
Feed Ingredients
After the bioethanol process, the remaining protein, fiber, and oil is used to create high-quality, nutritious feed products
Distillers Corn Oil
High-quality feed ingredient and feedstock for biodiesel, inks, paints, and other industry applications
BioCO2 & Dry Ice
POET's efficient bioprocessing allows carbon dioxide to be captured for commercial use, including dry ice
Purified Alcohol
POET purified alcohol is plant-based and meets the most stringent standards for quality and purity
Grain
We buy from local farmers near each POET bioprocessing facility
Design & Construction
Providing timely and cost-conscious engineering, procurement, and construction services.
Transportation
Providing safe, dependable, cost-effective transportation logistics and services.
Denaturant & Natural Gas
POET is a dependable supplier of denaturant and natural gas across the U.S. and the world.
Sun, Soil, & Seed
Just as a poet turns ordinary words into extraordinary prose, we work every day to utilize the simple gifts God has provided — the sun, the soil, and the seed — to cultivate a better world for generations to come.
News & Media
Stories and insights that shape our industry
Full Steam Ahead
24/7 clean steam cuts costs, drives output at POET Bioprocessing – Big Stone
E15: The Fight That Crossed Party Lines
A bipartisan coalition sends year-round E15 across the House floor — and one step closer to the pump
The People Make the Plant
Celebrating 20 years at POET Bioprocessing – Gowrie
Fueling the American Experiment
From the earliest days of American agriculture to today, energy markets have played a powerful role in creating demand for what farmers grow
A Rising Tide for Bioethanol
POET explores how bioethanol can play a role in the future of marine transportation
A Life of Service, Growth, and Never Being Satisfied
For AJ Poeppe, service has always been more than a job.
“I enjoy working for a company that's so innovative and pushing the envelope to be the leader. POET is always doing something new and interesting.”
“The people at POET are really proud to work here and greatly impact the community.”
“I came to work with people and now I come to work with family. The culture at POET takes precedence.”
“At POET, I have a whole group of people to rely on—whether it’s at my plant, another plant, or someone who has done my job before.”
Careers
Go All In with POET
In our four decades pioneering an industry, we’ve assembled the strongest team in bioprocessing. Join us.
