21^st World Bioenergy Congress and Expo

Bioethanol

The principle fuel used as a petroleum substitute is bioethanol. Bioethanol  is mainly produced by the sugar fermentation process, although it can also be produced by the chemical process of reacting ethylene with steam. The main source of sugar required to produce ethanol comes from fuel or energy crops. Bioethanol produces only carbon dioxide and water as the waster products on burning and the carbon dioxide released during fermentation and combustion equals the amount removed from the atmosphere while the crop is growing This fuel is not suitable for use in all cars and you should check compatibility with your vehicle manufacturer before using it.