There are several alternatives to using gasoline or diesel fuel for automobiles. Each, however, has its own list of pros and cons. While most of us realize that there are multiple reasons in favor of changing the way that we currently power our vehicles, no currently single solution to the energy problem is emerging.
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Cellulosic ethanol uses a process to turn plant waste into ethanol. Rather than using corn, sugar or soybeans to produce ethanol, the waste byproducts, such as stalks and trimmings, can be used. Cellulosic alcohol is chemically identical to ethanol produced by other processes, but contains a higher energy content. This may help resolve the current concerns about using ethanol in auto fuel production due to the fact that standard ethanol contains 30% less energy than gasoline, which reduces mileage.
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We all know that we need to find a way to decrease our dependency upon foreign energy sources. Oil is currently a very critical energy source given the volatility in the Middle East and the extreme anti-American posture taken by bafoons such as the current leader of Venezuela. There is also a very real concern that the continued burning of carbon-based fuels may be accelerating global warming by adding to greenhouse gasses. LED lighting technology may provide a partial solutions.
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Given the weather pattern trends we have seen over the past decade, the debate about whether or not we are experiencing climate change appears to be over. The evidence of climate change is undeniable. However, the debate over whether or not this trend will continue and over the root causes for climate change are still open for discussion and exploration. Unfortunately, that is not the way that many people see the situation.
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During this year’s State of the Union address president George W. Bush set a goal of reducing US consumption of gasoline by 10% over 10 years. 15% of the reduction would come from an increase in the use of biofuels along with a 5% improvement in fuel mileage to come from new CAFE standards for light trucks and cars.
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The United States is struggling to find an alternative fuel. It is in the best interest of the country to do so and to lead the world with a new approach, much as we have with other technologies. So why hasn’t the USA found an alternative to oil? The answer lies in the fact that there currently aren’t any viable alternative fuels, although many potential new fuels are being explored. A breakthrough is needed to overcome a number of issues.
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The United States and most of the Western world has a monkey on its back and that monkey’s name is oil. If we are to survive as free and prosperous nations, we must find a way to end our addiction to oil and shake that monkey loose.
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