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Corn Ethanol Significantly Reduces More Greenhouse Gas Emissions Compared To Conventional Fuel

Corn Ethanol Significantly Reduces More Greenhouse Gas Emissions Compared to Conventional Fuel
 
Today, the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) released a peer reviewed report examining the lifecycle greenhouse gas emissions from corn-based ethanol. The report found that corn ethanol reduces greenhouse gas emissions by 43 percent compared to conventional gasoline today, would further reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 50 percent by 2022, and has the potential to reduce emissions by as much as 76 percent. 
 
Growth Energy CEO, Emily Skor, issued the following statement regarding the report: 
 
“This USDA report clearly demonstrates what we have known for years - that biofuels like ethanol are the most effective alternative to fossil fuel and a critical tool for reducing greenhouse gas emissions and improving air quality. Ethanol is an earth-friendly biofuel produced in America that not only significantly reduces greenhouse gas emissions, but also improves engine performance and saves consumers money at the pump. 
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