ETHANOL IN BRAZIL

A Multi-Client Study

Brazil’s three-decades-old Proalcool Program stands as the world’s premier example of alternative energy production and use for transportation. Development of ethanol as a motor fuel in Brazil has endured longer, achieved the firmest foothold, and carved the largest market inroad to date for any non-petroleum transportation fuel. Despite this unparalleled progress, accompanied by its share of publicity and attention worldwide, ethanol in Brazil is still heavily misunderstood, under-evaluated, and controversial. The objective of this study is to deliver a thorough, objective, first-hand review and analysis of the production and use of ethanol fuel in Brazil, so that all entities with interests in this pathbreaking case of alternative fuel introduction can benefit from a more complete and factual understanding of this experience.

Preliminary Study Outline

Origins, History, Course Corrections, Key Milestones, Controversies
     Government Role
     Sugar/Ethanol Industry Role
     Auto Industry Role
     Petroleum Industry Role
     Consumer Role
     Role of Other Countries and International Organizations

Progress, Current Status, Recent Developments, Prevailing Issues
     Agricultural (sugarcane) Production
     Ethanol Production Industry
     Fuel Transport & Bulk Distribution System
     Retail Fuel Dispensing Network
     Automotive Industry & Vehicle Technology
     Consumer Behavior
     Environmental Impacts and Concerns
     Political and Regulatory Climate
     Research and Development Activities
     Economics
     Export Market Development
    
Important Lessons Learned, Transferability, Implications Internationally
     Fuel Production and Distribution
     Fuel Marketing
     Automotive
     Import/Export
     Environment

Future Plans, Outlook, Projections/Forecasts
     Ethanol Production Industry Capacity and Production
     Market Applications of Blended and Neat Ethanol
     Timeline for an all-FFV fleet and its Implications
     Advent of New (and Improved) Technologies
     Export Market Growth and Opportunities
     Economic Competitiveness
     Business Investment Opportunities

Guidance and Recommendations for International Programs and Projects and Investment Opportunities

References, Website Links and Other Sources for Further Information

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