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.

York Wood River Central City
York - Underground lateral put together
December 2024 - Underground lateral put together
Underground lateral to site installation
January 2025 - Underground lateral to site installation
Compression site prep work York
March 2025 - Compression site prep work
York Progress
May 2025 - Compression building site
Compressor skid foundation structure
May 2025 - Compressor skid foundation structure
York Progress
May 2025 - Compression Building Site
York Progress
May 2025 - Helicals being installed for above ground pipe run
York Progress
May 2025 - Compression building site, concrete structures poured
York Progress
May 2025 - Starting ground work near scrubber
York Progress
May 2025 - Helicals for above ground CO2 pipe
York Progress
May 2025 - York Site
York Progress
June 2025 - Structural steel going up - about to pour compressor building walls
York Progress
June 2025 - Underground electrical conduit being installed
York Progress
June 2025 - Lifting compressor skid off truck
York Progress
Compressor skid set in place
York Progress
June 2025 - Compressor skid and its cooler in place
York Progress
June 2025 - Scrubber side structural forms going up
York - Underground lateral put together
Underground lateral to site installation
Compression site prep work York
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Compressor skid foundation structure
York Progress
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April 2025 - Underground piping to site
April 2025 - Underground piping to site
CO2 initial capture area
April 2025 - CO2 initial capture area
Building concrete base forms
April 2025 - Building concrete base forms
Wood River Progress
May 2025 - Compression building site
Wood River Progress
May 2025 - Initial knock out and cooling with start of scrubber piping structural steel
Wood River Progress
May 2025 - Compression site work
Wood River Progress
May 2025 - Compression building site
Wood River Progress
May 2025 - Concrete structures being built
Wood River Progress
May 2025 - Top view of equipment set by scrubber
Wood River Progress
May 2025 - Compression building forms up
Wood River Progress
May 2025 - Scrubber pipe installed - above ground CO2 pipe supports going in
Wood River Progress
June 2025 - Compressor skids and coolers being set
Wood River Progress
June 2025 - Pipe rack structural steel from scrubber to road
Wood River Progress
June 2025 - Pipe rack structure crossed road
Wood River Progress
June 2025 - Compressor site with meter building set
Wood River Progress
June 2025 - Pipe rack structural steel from scrubber to road
April 2025 - Underground piping to site
CO2 initial capture area
Building concrete base forms
Wood River Progress
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Central City Site Prep
April 2025 - Central City Site Prep
Central City Progress
May 2025 - Compression building site
Central City Progress
May 2025 - Framing structure for take off from plant near scrubber
Central City Progress
May 2025 - Structures for blower cooler and knock outs by scrubber.
Central City Progress
May 2025 - Compression site
Central City Progress
May 2025 - Compression building site
Central City Progress
May 2025 - Ready to set equipment near scrubber
Central City Progress
May 2025 - Compression site forms and rebar being assembled
Central City Progress
May 2025 - Helical installation for above ground CO2 pipe
Central City Progress
May 2025 - Compression site
Central City Progress
May 2025 - Above ground CO2 pipe helical structures
Central City Progress
June 2025 - Compressor skid foundations poured, building forms going up
Wood River Progress
June 2025 - Site wide view
Central City Progress
June 2025 - Meter building set - lateral in background
Central City Site Prep
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Wood River Progress
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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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