Aemetis Inc. (AMTX)

Overview

Aemetis, Inc. is a company that specializes in the production of renewable natural gas and renewable fuels, positioning itself as a pivotal player in the transition away from fossil-based products towards more sustainable alternatives. With its operations spanning across segments that include California Ethanol, California Dairy Renewable Natural Gas, and India Biodiesel, the company is dedicated to the operation, acquisition, development, and commercialization of innovative technologies. These efforts are aimed at producing fuels that not only have low carbon intensity but, in some cases, offer negative carbon intensity, thereby contributing to the reduction of the carbon footprint associated with energy consumption. Headquartered in Cupertino, California, Aemetis is at the forefront of leveraging conversion technologies and waste feedstocks to generate biofuels and biochemicals, aligning its mission with global sustainability goals.

Products and Services

• Ethanol Production: Aemetis produces and sells ethanol, a biofuel that is used in various applications, primarily as a sustainable alternative to gasoline. The production process also yields by-products such as wet distillers grains, distillers corn oil, and condensed distillers solubles, which are marketed to dairies and feedlots as high-quality animal feed.
• Renewable Natural Gas (RNG): Through its California Dairy Renewable Natural Gas segment, the company captures methane from dairy waste to produce renewable natural gas. This innovative approach not only provides a sustainable energy source but also contributes to the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions from animal agriculture.
• Biodiesel and Specialty Products: In addition to renewable natural gas, Aemetis is engaged in the production of biodiesel using various vegetable oil and animal waste feedstocks. Biodiesel is a cleaner-burning diesel replacement, furthering efforts to reduce carbon emissions in the transportation sector. The company also focuses on the development and sale of specialty products, including USP (United States Pharmacopeia) grade alcohol and hand sanitizer, catering to specific market needs for high-purity alcohol products.
• Research and Development: Aemetis is actively involved in research and development activities aimed at advancing the conversion technologies used to produce biofuels and biochemicals from waste feedstocks. This endeavor not only underscores the company's commitment to innovation but also broadens the potential for creating sustainable, low-carbon intensity fuels from non-traditional resources.
• Biochemical Sales: Leveraging its expertise in biofuel production, Aemetis has ventured into the biochemical space, wherein it aims to replace petroleum-based products with bio-based alternatives. This includes selling biodiesel primarily to government oil marketing companies, aligning with policies aimed at increasing the use of renewable fuels.