Nebraska Facility Aims to Turn Corn Ethanol into Sustainable Plastic
Citroniq plans to build a bio-polypropylene production facility in southeast Nebraska, using corn ethanol instead of fossil fuels to manufacture polypropylene. This plastic is commonly found in automotive parts, food packaging, and construction materials.
The company's CEO and founder Kelly Knopp said the product is chemically identical to conventional polypropylene but made from a renewable feedstock.
Citroniq chose Nebraska for its strong ethanol industry, business climate, and transportation infrastructure. The Falls City location offers access to two major rail lines and the Missouri River, providing logistical advantages.
The facility is expected to create 137 million bushels of corn demand each year through ethanol production, representing a significant new source of income for growers.