California takes on King Corn

As they see it, corn is no better – and might be worse – than petroleum when total greenhouse gas emissions are considered.
Such a declaration, to be considered later this week by the California Air Resources Board, would be a considerable blow to the corn-ethanol industry in the United States. Full Story »

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by Kristin Gorski - Apr. 21, 2009

An informative article about a pivotal new debate: does corn ethanol production add to or lessen greenhouse gases? Many angles of this issue are included, key stakeholders are quoted, and it is written in a clear, concise manner.

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by Kaizar Campwala - Apr. 21, 2009
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by Cristen Drummond - Apr. 21, 2009

In depth article that proposes both sides of corn ethanol as a an efficient biofuel or another supplier of more carbon emissions to the atmosphere. Presents both sides of the argument and tells why corn biofuel is needed now. Good quotes for emotional impact and truly allows the reader to make a decision without bias.

I really like to hear about new technology to reduce carbon emission. I do believe corn-based ethanol is need in order to create cellulostic ethanol ... More »

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