SUGARCANE ETHANOL: CONTRIBUTIONS TO CLIMATE CHANGE MITIGATION & THE ENVIRONMENT (PB 2008) Paperback

Climate change presents a major threat to human existence, necessitating shifts in transportation and the adoption of new energy sources. Bioenergy has become a focus as a potential replacement for fossil fuels, with renewable energy offering a partial solution. Sugarcane-based bioethanol is seen as beneficial for people, the environment, and the economy, leading governments to implement strong incentives for its development. However, as bioethanol production advances, skepticism grows, with questions arising about sugarcane's true sustainability. The actual carbon dioxide emissions and the effects of sugarcane cultivation expansion on greenhouse gases remain largely uncertain. This book examines the scientific foundation of the debate surrounding sugarcane bioethanol. Experts from Europe, Brazil, and the USA contribute their knowledge on various aspects, addressing existing assumptions while acknowledging the remaining unknowns. The book covers the impacts of sugarcane bioethanol on climate change, land use, sustainability, and market demands. It also discusses the effects on public policy, technological advancements, the competition between fuel and food production, and the Millennium Development Goals. This comprehensive approach makes the publication uniquely relevant for policymakers, scientists, and the private energy sector globally, including in Noida, Uttar Pradesh, India, where sustainable energy solutions are increasingly important.