Ethanol Facts

What is ethanol?

It’s an alcohol, and when blended with petrol it helps reduce harmful emissions.

Why use ethanol for fuel?

Biofuels like ethanol are a renewable energy source essential to fighting climate change.

Are biofuels sustainable?

European ethanol is. Here’s why.

Is there a ‘food vs fuel’ conflict?

Not with ethanol. In fact, ethanol production makes ‘food AND fuel’.

Aren’t electric cars better than using biofuels?

Not yet.

Will ethanol hurt my car’s engine?

No. And by using ethanol blends like E10, motorists can reduce harmful emissions.

THE FACTS

Here is your one-stop-shop for information about ethanol – its production, use, sustainability and importance as a renewable fuel. In the EU, renewable ethanol helps reduce harmful emissions from cars, contributing to the fight against climate change and the drive for clean mobility. This website answers many of the most common questions about ethanol use and production. If you have a question that isn’t addressed here, feel free to contact us.

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