Ethanol
has become a major player in the world of energy, the environment, taxes,
agriculture and policy decisions. In Brazil, ethanol is mostly produced
from sugar cane, but in the United States, the debate rages on as to whether it
should be produced from corn, switch grass or bio waste.
The debate also continues as to whether the US should switch to fuel ethanol at all or convert to an entirely different form of energy or transportation. Currently, ethanol is mixed with gasoline to decrease the use of gasoline reserves, increase octane and reduce emissions.
Ethanol supporters believe that it can lead to lower emissions of greenhouse gases and ozone-forming and toxic pollutants. Ethanol supporters also argue that the use of ethanol will reduce petroleum imports, which in turn will reduce dependence on foreign oil and promote a more secure energy environment.
The current and probable future of high oil and gas prices has increased
the interest in alternatives to oil-based fuels for energy and transportation.
Also, concerns over
possible climate and weather changing patterns has raised a new interest in developing fuels with
a lower greenhouse gas emissions.
Here at Ethanol News, you can read what others have to say about the current and future use of ethanol. If you have something you'd like to add to the ongoing discussion or debate, then feel free to post an article of your ideas or comments here at the Ethanol & Energy Blog. We are interested in what you have to say.
So lets hear your ideas! Whether your interest is in ethanol, bio-diesel, other renewable fuels, gas or electric hybrids or other forms of alternative energy (such as wind, solar, etc.), then post your ideas and comments hear at Ethanol News.