MARQUIS ENERGY- ILLINOIS LLC
HENNEPIN, IL

Marquis Energy- Illinois LLC is a pioneering ethanol production company, known for its significant contribution to renewable fuel manufacturing in the United States. The company achieved a milestone by exceeding 125 million gallons of ethanol production on November 1, 2009, and further expanded operations with the acquisition of a Fagen-ICM ethanol facility in Necedah, Wisconsin, adding an additional capacity of 50 million gallons per year in July 2010. A key factor contributing to Marquis Energy's ability to meet international demand for fuel-grade ethanol is its distilled spirits operating permit (DSP), which allows the shipping of ethanol without denaturation. This permit marked a significant achievement as it was among the earliest corn ethanol facilities to receive such designation. Marquis Energy distinguished itself by being one of the first corn-based ethanol producers in the U.S. to be certified under the International Sustainability and Carbon Certification (ISCC) program, meeting the stringent requirements of the European Union’s Renewable Energy Directive. This certification underscores their commitment to environmental sustainability in renewable fuel production. The company was also among the first approved by the U.S. to sell distillers grains with solubles (DDGS) into China, even amidst import challenges faced by other plants during 2013 due to registration requirements. The continued ability to export premium-quality DDGS highlights their competitive edge in product quality. Focused on comprehensive resource utilization from each kernel of corn, Marquis Energy employs advanced technology to optimize every phase of ethanol production, enhancing efficiency and reducing the carbon footprint through superior chemical processing techniques. Originally established with a 100 million gallon per year capacity at Hennepin, IL in 2005, the facility has expanded significantly, now exceeding 300 million gallons annually. The operational excellence is further supported by local employment opportunities for residents within Central Illinois, embodying strong community ties and corporate responsibility. Marquis Energy- Illinois LLC operates under Florida.Models.Dos.FloridaCompanyStatus, with its headquarters located at 10000 Marquis Drive, Hennepin, IL, U.S.A., contactable at (815) 925-7300. The company was incorporated in December 2010 and is managed by a leadership team inclusive of managers Thomas L Marquis, Darrell L Marquis, and Jason W Marquis.