Ethanol learning curve—the Brazilian experience

Economic competitiveness is a very frequent argument against renewable energy (RE). This paper demonstrates, through the Brazilian experience with ethanol, that economies of scale and technological advances lead to increased competitiveness of this renewable alternative, reducing the gap with conven...

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Published in:Biomass & bioenergy 2004-03, Vol.26 (3), p.301-304
Main Authors: Goldemberg, José, Coelho, Suani Teixeira, Nastari, Plinio Mário, Lucon, Oswaldo
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Alcohols: methanol, ethanol, etc
Alternative fuels. Production and utilization
Applied sciences
Brazil
Energy
Ethanol
Exact sciences and technology
Fuels
Learning curve
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Summary:Economic competitiveness is a very frequent argument against renewable energy (RE). This paper demonstrates, through the Brazilian experience with ethanol, that economies of scale and technological advances lead to increased competitiveness of this renewable alternative, reducing the gap with conventional fossil fuels.
ISSN:0961-9534
1873-2909
DOI:10.1016/S0961-9534(03)00125-9