Conversation and Collaboration
January 04, 2007
The ethanol industry is poised to take a giant leap, as techniques to commercialize cellulosic production methods move closer to becoming a reality. But the old saying, "Look before you leap," was one of the messages that came out of two recent conferences focused specifically on the developing cellulosic ethanol industry. Challenges, such as securing project financing, manufacturing cheaper enzymes, producing more flexible-fuel vehicles, and developing the blending and pumping infrastructure for renewable fuels, still loom large, leaving plenty of opportunities for more dialogue and collaboration.
On ‘Common' Ground
By Dave Nilles
January 04, 2007
Commonwealth Agri-Energy produces ethanol in Kentucky, a state that is familiar with turning grain into alcohol. Although the plant may never be as famous as Jim Beam, its alcohol-producing predecessor, the project has increased demand for corn, which—while great for farmers—has prompted plant officials to find creative ways to lower costs and diversify.
The Great Biomass Inquisition
By Ron Kotrba
January 04, 2007
Massive efforts are underway to optimize techniques designed for processing biomass. But even a perfectly efficient conversion doesn't mean much if the materials can't be delivered cost-effectively and in large quantities to a refinery.
The Discoverer's Game
By Nicholas Zeman
January 04, 2007
The world of enzyme technology is filled with explorers scouring the ends of the Earth for new strains of fungi. In the wake of new discoveries is a world of intellectual property intrigue and business maneuvering that has leading enzyme producers—Genencor, Novozymes and Dyadic—aligning with different partners in a race to build the first industrial cellulosic biorefinery.
Riding the IPO Wave
By Nicholas Zeman
January 04, 2007
Many ethanol companies are successfully attracting investors now, which was still a considerable challenge a year ago. Discovering another financial option, a handful of ethanol producers and future producers filed initial public offerings in 2006, and in the beginning, many were riding high. Although share prices have cooled considerably since last summer when ethanol prices were being shored up by $75 a barrel crude oil prices, some market analysts say that volatility is to be expected in a business that's still in its infancy.
Recipe for Success
By Lindsey Irwin
January 04, 2007
Passion, patience and persistence have paid off for BlueFire Ethanol as the company prepares to launch its first U.S. cellulosic ethanol production facility using technology that's been proven in the Japanese market. The company intends to build on its success by erecting cellulosic ethanol plants within Waste Management landfill sites across the United States. The road to this point has been long and tumultuous but BlueFire Ethanol has vowed not to let up until it reaches the finish line.
Attaining Better Operational Efficiency with Integrated Office Software
By Josée Lemoine
January 04, 2007
Maximizing the Efficiency of Ventilation and Emissions Control Systems
By Gerry Lanham
January 04, 2007
Heavyweights Enter the Ring
By Ron Kotrba
January 04, 2007
Some heavy hitters have been tapped to join the research efforts to commercialize cellulosic ethanol production. Ethanol producers hope that matchups with companies such as DuPont or Chevron will give them the added punch they need.
Wisconsin and Michigan groups work to develop biofuels industries
By Dave Nilles
January 04, 2007
Michigan project requests SEC approval for public investment
By Dave Nilles
January 04, 2007
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