Advanced Biofuels Association

Washington, DC ยท Founded 2009

National trade association representing companies producing and distributing renewable, low-carbon advanced biofuels

Primary audience
Energy companies
Work area
Trade association
Topic
Renewable energy
Contact
Michael McAdams -See Schedule O
Website Contact

About Organization

Advanced Biofuels Association serves as the leading trade organization for companies developing advanced technologies that produce renewable fuels from non-food biomass. Based in Washington, DC, the organization reported $1.4 million in revenue for 2024 and engages 36 volunteers. Founded in 2009, it advocates for policies supporting renewable fuel innovation and greenhouse gas emission reduction.

What They Focus On

Policy Advocacy

Advance federal and state policies that support commercialization of renewable, low-carbon fuels from non-food biomass

Technology Innovation

Support development and deployment of advanced technologies producing renewable fuels with lower greenhouse gas emissions

Industry Collaboration

Foster collaboration among producers, blenders, and distributors to expand market opportunities for advanced biofuels

Financial Information

Form 990 data showing organizational financial health and growth.

Revenue (2024)

$1.4M

+38.8% vs 2023

Expenses (2024)

$1.3M

-0.9% vs 2023

Assets (2024)

$691K

+43.5% vs 2023

Year Revenue Expenses Assets Employees
2024 $1,442,314 $1,254,012 $691,328 0
2023 $1,038,779 $1,265,177 $481,726 0
2022 $1,315,758 $1,118,410 $708,124 0
2020 $915,313 $813,186 $405,840 0
2019 $1,007,909 $1,209,310 $303,713 0
2018 $875,933 $847,346 $505,114 0

Source: IRS Form 990 filings. All figures in USD.

How They Work

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  • 01

    Member Engagement

    Convene companies producing, blending, and distributing advanced biofuels to identify shared priorities and challenges

  • 02

    Policy Analysis

    Research and analyze federal and state policies affecting renewable fuel technologies and market development

  • 03

    Industry Advocacy

    Advocate for policies supporting advanced biofuel commercialization and greenhouse gas emission reduction goals

  • 04

    Information Sharing

    Disseminate technical and market information to members and stakeholders through publications and events

Programs and Initiatives

Services and programs offered by Advanced Biofuels Association

Industry Advocacy

Represents member companies in policy development and regulatory processes to advance advanced biofuel technologies and market access

Technology Innovation Support

Supports development and commercialization of renewable fuel technologies derived from non-food biomass sources

Member Collaboration

Facilitates networking and knowledge sharing among producers, blenders, and distributors of low-carbon renewable fuels

Market Development

Promotes market opportunities and commercial pathways for advanced biofuels that reduce greenhouse gas emissions

Team & Leadership

Meet the people behind Advanced Biofuels Association.

MM

Michael McAdams -See Schedule O

President
30 hrs/week
PW

Pat Woerner

Chairman Thru Dec 2024
1 hrs/week
SL

Scott Lewis

Chairman Since Dec 2024
1 hrs/week
AF

Angela Foster-Rice

Director
AD

Antonio D'amico

Director
AA

Armando Avila

Director
BR

Bob Rozmiarek

Director
BF

Bobby Frederick

Director
BM

Bruno Maier

Director
DT

Dale Thanjan

Director
DL

Dan Lieberman

Director
DC

Daniel Costa Lopes

Director
DW

David Winsness

Director
DW

Derrick Wheeler

Director
DD

Doug Dagan

Director
GS

Greg Staiti

Director
JL

Jason Larrabee

Director
JM

Jeff McDaniel

Director
JA

Jennifer Aurandt-Pilgrim

Director
JL

Jennifer Lerow

Director
JO

Jessica Olson

Director
JP

Joao Pacheco

Director
JC

John Cummings

Director
JH

Jw Hacket

Director
KK

Karel Koupon

Director
KG

Kevin Grant

Director
KK

Kristine Klavers

Director
MM

Marissa Miraval

Director
MP

Melinda Paabo

Director
MB

Mike Birsic

Director
PF

Pat Foody

Director
PG

Pat Gruber

Director
PM

Paul MacEdo

Director
PT

Pedro Terra Estrela

Director

Milestones

2009

Organization Founded

2009

Advanced Biofuels Association established to represent companies developing renewable fuel technologies

2010

Federal Tax Recognition

2010

Received 501(c)(6) tax-exempt status as a national trade association

2022

Revenue Peak

2022

Achieved highest annual revenue of $1.3 million reflecting expanded membership and advocacy

2024

Continued Growth

2024

Revenue reached $1.4 million with 36 active volunteers supporting organizational mission

Associated People

Board members, advisors, and key contributors

Board of Directors

AF
Angela Foster-Rice Director 1.00 hrs/week
AD
Antonio D'amico Director 1.00 hrs/week
AA
Armando Avila Director 1.00 hrs/week
BR
Bob Rozmiarek Director 1.00 hrs/week
BF
Bobby Frederick Director 1.00 hrs/week
BM
Bruno Maier Director 1.00 hrs/week
DT
Dale Thanjan Director 1.00 hrs/week
DL
Dan Lieberman Director 1.00 hrs/week
DC
Daniel Costa Lopes Director 1.00 hrs/week
DW
David Winsness Director 1.00 hrs/week
DW
Derrick Wheeler Director 1.00 hrs/week
DD
Doug Dagan Director 1.00 hrs/week
GS
Greg Staiti Director 1.00 hrs/week
JL
Jason Larrabee Director 1.00 hrs/week
JM
Jeff McDaniel Director 1.00 hrs/week
JA
Jennifer Aurandt-Pilgrim Director 1.00 hrs/week
JL
Jennifer Lerow Director 1.00 hrs/week
JO
Jessica Olson Director 1.00 hrs/week
JP
Joao Pacheco Director 1.00 hrs/week
JC
John Cummings Director 1.00 hrs/week
JH
Jordan Haverly Treasurer 1.00 hrs/week
JH
Jw Hacket Director 1.00 hrs/week
KK
Karel Koupon Director 1.00 hrs/week
KG
Kevin Grant Director 1.00 hrs/week
KK
Kristine Klavers Director 1.00 hrs/week
MM
Marissa Miraval Director 1.00 hrs/week
MP
Melinda Paabo Director 1.00 hrs/week
MB
Mike Birsic Director 1.00 hrs/week
PF
Pat Foody Director 1.00 hrs/week
PG
Pat Gruber Director 1.00 hrs/week
PM
Paul MacEdo Director 1.00 hrs/week
PT
Pedro Terra Estrela Director 1.00 hrs/week
RB
Rebbeca Boudreaux Secretary 1.00 hrs/week
TM
Tom Miller Vice Chair 1.00 hrs/week
PW
Pat Woerner Chairman Thru Dec 2024
SL
Scott Lewis Chairman Since Dec 2024

Information compiled from IRS Form 990 and organizational materials.

Lobbying Activity

Lobbying Disclosure Act registrations

Self-Lobbying
3 Registrations
2 Clients
Yes Self-Lobbying

Clients 2 total

Advanced Biofuels Association
2 filings
Self
Holland & Knight LLP (On Behalf Of Advanced Biofuels Association)
1 filing
Self

Source: Senate Office of Public Records — Lobbying Disclosure Act

Contact

Get in touch with Advanced Biofuels Association

Phone

(202) 469-5140

Social

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800 17th Street NW 1100 Washington, DC 20006