Archive for ‘ethanol’
Ethanol may add to global warming
February 8th, 2008
The widespread use of ethanol from corn could result in nearly twice the greenhouse gas emissions as the gasoline it would replace because of expected land-use changes, researchers concluded Thursday. The study challenges the rush to biofuels as a response to global warming.
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Bill Boosts Fuel Efficiency
December 19th, 2007
Congress has approved an energy that boots vehicle fuel-efficiency standards. However, critics say its focus on ethanol could cause a spike in the cost of food.
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Formula 1 Racing Bans Gasoline
November 29th, 2007
In this episode Jess focuses on Formula 1 racing banning gasoline in favor of alternative fuels, how the Batter Blaster might boost your breakfast, and holiday wrapping made from elephant dung.
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Ethanol Plant Now Operating
November 29th, 2007
The first ethanol plant in the northeast began production today.
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New Ethanol Plant Construction Underway
November 27th, 2007
New Ethanol Plant Construction Underway
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Ethanol Prices Drop 57% From 2006 Record, Refineries Idled and Shelved
November 19th, 2007
Ethanol Uses More Energy Than It Creates, May Not Improve Environment, According to Scientists
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Biofuels ‘hurt poorer people’
November 15th, 2007
The UN’s environment chief has warned the boom in biofuels could drive poorer people off their land.
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Money for farmers who help protect environment
November 15th, 2007
Farmers should receive financial incentives for environmentally sound practices including carbon storage, flood control, clean water provision and biodiversity conservation, the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) says.
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Demand for Ethanol Drives Up Beer Prices
November 14th, 2007
Demand for ethanol drives up beer prices.
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U.S. Evaluating More Ethanol in Gasoline to Lift Demand
November 13th, 2007
EPA is Testing Gasoline Containing 12 and 15% Ethanol for Any Adverse Effects on Cars.
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Ethanol Plant in Orleans County to Turn Corn Into Fuel
November 9th, 2007
New Ethanol plant is opening in three weeks in New York state.
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The Hottest Car Convention of the Year Goes Green
November 5th, 2007
Each year thousands of automotive customizers and tuners, as well as media and celebrities attend the Specialty Equipment and Marketers Association Convention (SEMA) in Las Vegas. The 37 billion dollar a year industry unveils the hottest and latest technology and equipment to help pimp their rides. But this year it’s not all about bigger and faster. Always on top of …
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Speculative Interest in Grains: Prices Follow Rally in Oil and Gold as Long Term Demand Remains High for Corn and Soybeans
November 1st, 2007
Analysis and Discussion with Jack Scoville of Price Futures Group; Wheat Market Likely Topped Out; We May See Near-Term Pullback in Corn and Soy; Rice Hasn’t Participated in Grain Rally; Lower China and India Exports Support Rice.
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Looking For E85 Fuel For Cars
October 30th, 2007
Ethanol plants are getting a lot of attention in Central New York. Drivers are buying cars that can use the alternative fuel, called E85. It’s a mixture of 85% Ethanol and 15% gasoline. But, where can you fill up on the green energy?
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