Worldwide, one billion cars are expected to be on the roads by 2020 - about 50% more than today - causing increased noise and air pollution, greenhouse gas emissions, and gasoline shortages.  Globally, businesses and governments are seeking sustainable transport solutions that limit harmful emissions, minimize consumption of non-renewable resources, and limit consumption of renewable resources to sustainable levels. 

Renewable fuel alternatives such as cellulosic ethanol can help. Cellulosic ethanol is made from the non-food portion of renewable feedstocks such as cereal straws and corn stover. When used, the feedstocks release the carbon dioxide they absorbed as they grew, hence no new carbon dioxide is emitted into the environment - the process is carbon neutral.  Using cellulosic ethanol blends reduces the need for non-renewable resources such as oil and lowers overall GHGs. Additionally, cellulosic ethanol produced by sustainable agricultural practices can improve farm income and create economic opportunities for farmers.

"The new ethanol plants across Canada supported by (the Ethanol Expansion Program) will help us reduce transportation-related greenhouse gas emissions as well as create new economic opportunities.  Promoting clean, renewable energy and greater energy efficiency will help ensure a sustainable future for Canadians and will play a key role in helping our country address climate change." R. John Efford, Former Minister of Natural Resources Canada.

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United Nations Environment Program