The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency announced it will remove the requirement for reformulated gasoline in the Louisville Metro area.
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WAVE) – Drivers in Louisville could soon see savings at the pump after the EPA confirmed it will lift the reformulated gasoline requirement.
Craig Greenberg shared the announcement Thursday on social media, noting the change will take effect May 27.
The city submitted its application for the decision to the EPA in August 2025.
The agency’s move concludes a years-long push by the Kentucky legislature to lower fuel costs for drivers in the region. Reformulated gasoline, typically required in areas facing air quality concerns, costs more to produce than conventional fuel.
“At a time when costs are too high for Americans, I am proud that we are able to deliver some relief for Kentuckians by having the RFG mandate removed for Louisville,” said Andy Beshear. “Reformulated gas was costing Kentuckians 10 to 25 cents more per gallon, which now can go toward groceries, rent and other things that matter to our families. I am grateful to the EPA for approving this request and for local leaders who helped raise their voice to support this much-needed change.”
For many drivers already managing rising expenses, the savings represent more than just cheaper fuel.
The projected cost reduction offers relief from unavoidable and recurring bills.
“That’s grocery money. That’s like money that I can put towards savings. That’s catching up on other bills. You know, just the debt that people acquire in everyday life,” one driver said.
Greenberg estimates the change could save Louisville motorists approximately $137 million each year.
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