It’s “Pink at the Pump” month at some of the Iowa retailers who sell a higher blend of ethanol. Grant Menke of the Iowa Renewable Fuels Association says it applies to E-15 and 28 Iowa stations are participating. “Who, for the entire month of October have agreed to donate three cents per gallon to the National Breast Cancer Foundation for every gallon of E15 that they sell during the month,” Menke says.

You may have noticed the promotion if you’ve filled up at a station with E-15 pumps. Participating locations have pink nozzle guards, to mark the grade of fuel that is part of the promotion. “2001 and newer vehicles are all approved by the EPA for E15, so it’s safe for your vehicle. You’ve going to get the mileage,” Menke says. “You’ve going to save money and then with this National Breast Cancer Foundation tie-in, you’re also going to help save lives.”

The average price for regular unleaded in Iowa is currently $2.20 a gallon, and E-15 is selling for about 20 cents less. Among the gas stations participating in “Pink at the Pump,” is: the “STAR Energy” station Guthrie Center; and the “United Farmers Coop” in Creston and Mount Ayr.

(Radio Iowa)