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Cellulosic ethanol and conventional (grain based) ethanol have identical molecules and can be easily integrated into the existing fuel distribution system.  Grain ethanol has forged a path and created market acceptance that cellulosic ethanol can follow and benefit from.

The difference between the two types of ethanol products is that conventional fuel ethanol is derived from grains such as corn and wheat.  Cellulosic ethanol is made from the non-food portion of renewable feedstocks such as cereal straws and corn stover.

Cellulosic ethanol is a fully renewable, advanced biofuel that can be used in today's cars.  It is one of the most cost effective ways to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and gasoline consumption use in road transport, and can deliver CO₂ reduction benefits similar to improved vehicle efficiency.

Cellulosic ethanol can significantly:

• Lower overall greenhouse gas emissions
• Reduce reliance on imported oil and increase energy security
• Help build rural economies and improve farm income

All automotive manufacturers warrant the use of 10 percent ethanol blends (E10) in North America, and 5% (E5) in Europe. These blends can be used without engine modification and are sold at retail outlets across Canada and the United States. As well, Ford, DaimlerChrysler and General Motors also all sell cars, trucks and minivans that are flexible fuel vehicles designed to use any ethanol up to 85% (E85). There are now approximately 8 million flex fuel vehicles on the road in North America.