Green Plains enters agreement to monetize 2026 clean fuel tax credits
GPRE•Green Plains agreed to transfer up to $325 million in 2026 45Z clean fuel production tax credits, with a $30 million option. It expects $140 million in cash in the fourth quarter for credits through June 30, 2026.
1. Credit monetization agreement
Green Plains said the agreement allows it to transfer up to $325 million in 2026 45Z clean fuel production tax credits, with a $30 million option. The company expects to receive $140 million in cash in the fourth quarter for credits through June 30, 2026; credits generated in the third and fourth quarters of 2026 are expected to be monetized in the first half of 2027.
