Advantage Nebraska

Showing our commitment to a sustainable future in Nebraska through innovative carbon capture.

Leading the way in carbon capture and sequestration.

Environmental stats

Green Plains is taking bold action in addressing climate change through the “Advantage Nebraska” carbon capture and sequestration strategy. This initiative will enable Green Plains to capture and permanently sequester biogenic carbon dioxide (CO₂) emissions from our Nebraska facilities. The project will reduce CO₂ emissions by approximately 800,000 tons annually, helping to accelerate the transition to a net-zero carbon future.

Construction Progress Updates

As part of our commitment to transparency, Green Plains will provide regular updates showcasing the construction progress of the Advantage Nebraska project. Check back often as the project makes progress and achieves milestones.

Underground lateral put together
Underground lateral put together
Compression site prep work
Compression site prep work
Underground lateral to site installation
Underground lateral to site installation
York Progress
Compression building site
Compressor skid foundation structure
Compressor skid foundation structure
Underground lateral put together
Compression site prep work
Underground lateral to site installation
York Progress
Compressor skid foundation structure
Underground piping to site
Underground piping to site
CO2 initial capture area
CO2 initial capture area
Building concrete base forms
Building concrete base forms
Wood River Progress
Compression building site
Wood River Progress
Initial knock out and cooling with start of scrubber piping structural steel
Wood River Progress
Compression site work
Underground piping to site
CO2 initial capture area
Building concrete base forms
Wood River Progress
Wood River Progress
Wood River Progress
Central City Site Prep
Central City Site Prep
Central City Progress
Compression building site
Central City Progress
Framing structure for take off from plant near scrubber
Central City Progress
Structures for blower cooler and knock outs by scrubber.
Central City Site Prep
Central City Progress
Central City Progress
Central City Progress

Carbon Capture at Scale

The Advantage Nebraska project will capture CO₂ emissions from Green Plains’ biorefining facilities in Central City, Wood River, and York, Nebraska. This effort aligns with our long-term vision to produce clean, sustainable biofuels while minimizing our environmental impact.

A Transformative Approach to Sustainability

This innovative carbon capture and sequestration technology is not just about reducing emissions—it’s about driving sustainable practices within the biofuel industry. The captured CO₂ will be stored safely underground, contributing to the global goal of lowering greenhouse gas emissions.

Why It Matters

Green Plains is committed to driving positive change and achieving a sustainable future. By capturing and permanently sequestering carbon emissions, we’re not only reducing our environmental footprint but also setting a new standard for sustainable biofuel production. Our work in Nebraska is a significant step forward in the global transition to a low-carbon economy.

Vision for the Future

At Green Plains, sustainability and innovation are at the heart of everything we do. Through the Advantage Nebraska project, we’re taking decisive action to reduce CO₂ emissions and contribute to a cleaner, greener future. Our commitment to developing cutting-edge carbon capture technologies supports our mission to produce renewable energy while protecting the environment.

Our Journey to Net-Zero Emissions

A sustainable future powered by renewable energy.

Read more about our carbon capture strategy