Upper Midwestern USA Ethanol Potential from Cellulosic Materials
Document Type
Article
Publication Date
1-1-2009
Abstract
There is substantial interest in alternative fuels and vehicles for the transportation sector. One readily available alternative is grain ethanol with U.S. production largely based on corn. Since this supply-constrained crop has significant environmental costs, shifting toward ethanol based on cellulosic materials may be beneficial. We assess the technical potential for cellulosic ethanol using the upper Midwest states of Minnesota, Michigan, and Wisconsin as a regional example. Policies that will facilitate the planting and harvesting of forestry and agricultural residues and switchgrass are discussed. © 2009 Taylor and Francis Group, LLC.
Publication Title
Society and Natural Resources
Recommended Citation
Halvorsen, K.,
Barnes, J.,
&
Solomon, B.
(2009).
Upper Midwestern USA Ethanol Potential from Cellulosic Materials.
Society and Natural Resources,
22(10), 931-938.
http://doi.org/10.1080/08941920902755382
Retrieved from: https://digitalcommons.mtu.edu/michigantech-p/9320