Biomass Ethanol

The term biomass ethanol refers to alcohol that is manufactured through the process of fermentation of a plant substance. Biomass itself is the actual substance from which the alcohol is made. This could refer to wheat, barley, corn or even sugarcane. The carbohydrates in the biomass is turned into sugar which is made into ethanol alcohol. When it comes to alternative sources of fuel, ethanol is at the top of the list. There are a variety of benefits that come with jumping on the ethanol bandwagon.


One is the benefit to the environment. By adding ethanol to gasoline, the fuel produces less pollution as it burns. Ethanol is a renewable resource, while gasoline is derived from rapidly dwindling petroleum. In some countries such as Brazil, ethanol fuel is widely used as both an additive to gasoline and on its own to power a substantial percentage of vehicles. In Brazil and the Caribbean, the main ingredient for producing ethanol fuel is sugarcane. Sugarcane is as plentiful in this region as corn is in the United States.

Of course this material is not without it's share of controversy. Some believe cellulosic ethanol is the best bet because it doesn't cause the nation's demand for fuel to affect the food supply. Thanks to ethanol fuel, grain prices have hit the roof because of the demand for corn. This is why many alternative fuel proponents are in favor of ethanol made from cellulose. Cellulose is a biological material that makes up the stems of plants along with other parts like the husks of corn. By using cellulose the edible part of the plant can be saved.

Like any fuel material there are positives and negatives of use. In cold climates ethanol fuel may take longer to start. Also this material is corrosive and can cause damage to your vehicle if it is not maintained properly. Biomass ethanol can potentially reduce our negative impact on the environment, reduce our dependence on foreign sources of petroleum and revitalize the farming industry. However the debate as to whether or not this fuel source is all it's cracked up to be continues with no resolution. Your best bet is to do your own independent research before deciding whether or not you want to use this kind of fuel for your vehicle.


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"Victory in Achieving Energy Security and Independence is in Sight, .
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