Kimmes Wall Lake Country Store one of 24 projects awarded another grant through Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship (IDALS) Renewable Fuel Infrastructure Program (RFIP) to expand biofuel infrastructure. The over $1.12 million in cost-share grants is in addition to the previously 90 grants awarded in June to continue promoting retail E15 sites. Kimmes Wall Lake County Store has been granted $50,000 for supporting a retail biodiesel site. Iowa Secretary of Agriculture Mike Naig says “Renewable Fuels Infrastructure Program cost-share grants help Iowa families save money at the pump by expanding access to lower-cost, cleaner-burning biofuels like E15 and biodiesel. Biofuels provide consumers with more fuel choices, all while supporting Iowa farmers and jobs in rural communities. As the nation’s leader in both ethanol and biodiesel production, Iowa is uniquely positioned to use more of the fuel we produce right here at home. These investments strengthen our economy and keep us moving forward with more affordable, homegrown energy.” Since 2006, IDALS has invested more than $63 million towards renewable fuel projects in Iowa. The investments are assisting fuel stations become compliant with the E15 Access Standard that was passed in 2022, requiring most fuel retailers to offer E15 by Jan. 1, 2026. A full list of recipients can be found included with this story below.
