Energy Grass Crops for Liquid Biofuel Production: Key Questions (May 2012 / Clean Transportation Program /CHINESE)

Energy grasses are one source of feedstock for advanced biofuels. The recognition and research on energy grasses as an important contributor for liquid biofuels in China are still in their early stages. This report addresses some of the key questions related to the production and use of energy grasses in the production of transport fuels, including: “What are energy grasses?”, “What is the roadmap for the use of energy grasses for fuels in China?”, “What are the economic costs of converting energy grasses into liquid fuels?”, “What are the advantages and disadvantages of using energy grasses as a fuel feedstock?”, and “What are the existing problems and obstacles for energy grass utilization?”.  This report aims to inspire scientific research institutes, government organizations and society at large to take a closer look at this potential source of transportation energy.