Cellulosic Ethanol Production: Status of Conversion Technologies in the United States
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Rising reliance on foreign energy coupled with increasing greenhouse emissions have compelled policy makers to promote cellulosic feedstock for ethanol production. This study evaluates existing technologies available for converting cellulosic biomass into ethanol. Technical details of existing conversion technologies are discussed followed by their current adoption status. Economics of cellulosic ethanol production using existing conversion technologies and emerging conversion technologies have also been characterized. It is expected that the review will be helpful in allocating resources efficiently for streamlining the whole initiative of cellulosic ethanol production.
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