Global View of Technical Aspects of Fuel Ethanol Production

As the World increases its commitment to renewable energy demand, motor fuel grade ethanol (MFGE) production has been growing at a rapid pace and represents the largest bio-based, renewable fuel. The selection of feedstock is discussed as it relates to availability and processing technology employed in different regions around the world. Various technologies and processing schemes are presented that facilitate the efficient conversion of the selected feedstock to ethanol and by-products.