(NAFB.com) – Growth Energy filed a brief in the D.C. Court of Appeals in a case challenging the Environmental Protection Agency’s Multi-Pollutant Emissions Standards for Model Years 2027 and Later vehicles. It’s also known as the tailpipe emissions rule and applies to Light Duty and Medium Duty vehicles. In the brief, Growth Energy noted that EPA’s rule was a missed opportunity to recognize the positive impact biofuels can have on reducing tailpipe emissions. “As Congress recognized when enacting the Renewable Fuel Standard, biofuels offer numerous climate and other benefits,” Growth Energy said in the brief. “When compared with petroleum, corn ethanol emits only half the greenhouse gasses and cellulosic ethanol emits even less.” The group also says ethanol and other biofuels emit less particulate matter and other pollutants harmful to human health. “All these benefits are available right now, all while enhancing U.S. energy security and supporting U.S. jobs,” the group added.