Cenovus Energy has announced it will stop operations at its Lloydminster Ethanol Plant on Dec. 15, 2026, following an economic review of the facility.
In a statement provided to Mylloydminsternow, the company said the decision was made after reviewing the plant’s economics and future viability.
Cenovus said it is working to transition affected ethanol plant employees into other roles within the company.
The company also stated the facility will be maintained after operations cease while future uses and options for the site are evaluated.
Cenovus has notified suppliers, customers and regulators of the planned shutdown.
The Lloydminster Ethanol Plant has been a longstanding part of the region’s energy and agricultural sectors, producing ethanol and related products for market. No additional details about staffing impacts or future plans for the site were released.
“We are working to transition ethanol plant employees to other roles in the company,” Cenovus said in its statement. “The facility will be maintained as we evaluate future uses and options.”
