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Biofuel Potential in Oregon: Background and Evaluation of Options

Summary

This study examines the economics of three biofuel options for Oregon: corn-based ethanol, canola-based biodiesel, and cellulosic wood-based ethanol. For each option, we address four questions: is the biofuel commercially viable?, is it a cost-effective way to pursue our national goal of energy independence?, is it a cost-effective way to pursue the goal of reducing greenhouse gas emissions?, on what scale might these biofuels be produced in Oregon?.