Miscanthus-based ethanol boasts bigger environmental benefits, higher profits

A recent study simulated a side-by-side comparison of the yields and costs of producing ethanol using miscanthus, switchgrass, and corn stover

URBANA, Ill. – The fast-growing energy grass miscanthus was the clear winner. Models predict that miscanthus will have higher yield…

Full text: http://news.aces.illinois.edu/news/miscanthus-based-ethanol-boasts-bigger-environmental-benefits-higher-profits

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College of ACES, 2015-03-04.

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Energy Biosciences Institute
North Central Regional Sun Grant Center
South Dakota State University
University of Illinois
US Department of Energy (DoE)

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