Energy Economics: A Benefit-Cost Consideration Of Corn-Based Ethanol And Bio-Fuel

Abstract

This paper discusses salient characteristics of corn-based ethanol and bio-fuels.  The discussions contained within this paper consider the historical and contemporary attributes of such corn-based ethanol and bio-fuels characteristics, global and domestic considerations, the production and generation of such fuels, the usefulness and applications of such fuels, various growth potentials and barriers, future potentials, and financial costs and benefits.  Based on these discussions, conclusions are presented and various recommendations are offered.