Advantage Nebraska

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

Leading the way in carbon capture and sequestration.

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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.

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August 2025 - From scrubber forward
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August 2025 - Compression site
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July 2025 - Compression dehydration site
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July 2025 - Separators and coolers
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July 2025 - Compression dehydration site
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July 2025 - Piping welding ongoing before installing pipe rack
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July 2025 - Cooler set in place for initial condensing
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July 2025 - Structural steel going up in scrubber blower area
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July 2025 - More equipment and steel set
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June 2025 - Continuing to set equipment
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June 2025 - Concrete poured for blower cooler and separators
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June 2025 - Cable tray installation on pipe rack
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June 2025 - Compressor Cooler and part of dehydration set
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June 2025 - Forms and rebar for blower cooler and separators being built
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June 2025 - Scrubber side structural forms going up
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June 2025 - Compressor skid and its cooler in place
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June 2025 - Compressor skid set in place
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June 2025 - Lifting compressor skid off truck
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June 2025 - Underground electrical conduit being installed
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June 2025 - Structural steel going up - about to pour compressor building walls
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July 2025 - Compression dehydration site
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July 2025 - Compression dehydration site
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July 2025 - CO2 pipe being installed in pipe rack
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July 2025 - Compression building complete
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July 2025 - Compressor building roof and walls going up
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July 2025 - Above ground CO2 piping being assembled
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June 2025 - Water tanks set, compressor building steel going up
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June 2025 - Scrubber area filled in and graded
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June 2025 - Getting ready to install CO2 pipe in rack
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June 2025 - Pipe rack structural steel being installed
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June 2025 - Compressors, dehydration, and coolers set
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June 2025 - Pipe rack structural steel from scrubber to road
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June 2025 - Compressor site with meter building set
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June 2025 - Pipe rack structure crossed road
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June 2025 - Pipe rack structural steel from scrubber to road
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June 2025 - Compressor skids and coolers being set
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September 2025
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August 2025 - Pipe rack from scrubber
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August 2025 - Compression site
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July 2025 - Compression dehydration site
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July 2025 - Pipe rack ready for cable tray and pipe install
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July 2025 - Compression building steel going up
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July 2025 - Pipe rack structural steel going up
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July 2025 - Both compressors and cooling set, dehydration going up
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June 2025 - Prepping for pipe rack build
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June 2025 - More concrete poured and equipment starting to be set
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June 2025 - Forms, rebar and concrete continue at compression site
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June 2025 - Blower cooler area graded
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June 2025 - Meter building set - lateral in background
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June 2025 - Site wide view
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June 2025 - Compressor skid foundations poured, building forms going up
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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

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