http://www.ecoseed.org/en/general-green-news/renewable-energy/biofuel/other-biofuel-technologies/7816
Scientists in Scotland created a new biofeul for cars made from whiskey. It is made from the pot-ale which is a liquid that comes off the stills that will be made into butanol. This Biobutanol is said to give 30% more power than Ethanol. Martin Tangney says a blend of about 5-10% of the biofeul with diesel or petrol would make a huge difference. He also said that the feul can theoretically be used on it's own, but a company would be needed to distribute it. This new biofeul will help Scotland have it's own renewable energy goal.
As, someone of Scottish descent, I wholeheartedly agree with this plan. Scotland is using the by products of one of its biggest industries to help the environment and create their one renewable energy source. Much like corn ethanol, it is used in a small percentage, enabling less oil to be used, a benefit considering oil is not a renewable energy source. After two years of research, the Scots have finally learned how to make their booze, and use it proactively. However, the article said little about the testing of biobutanol. Has it been tested fully to know the possible pros and cons, or is that what they are planning to do during the patent testing?
ReplyDeleteI think that is this is going to be better for the environment then this needs to be used everywhere but if its more expensive then again maybe not. At this point in time I think that if this is definitely an option then all countries should have to option to consume it. It would with out a doubt help the "Go Green" campaigns and be way better for the environment. This outstanding discovery may not only help Scotland with it's renewable energy goal but may even help other more pulluted countries too. If the biofuel can be made manufactured, sold and used then I say it should be done.
ReplyDeleteHaydan, I completely agree, I think it's great that the Scotts are doing this to benefit their economy very easily. However, I do not know if they have tested the biobutanol enough to know the pros and cons but if I ever find anything else on it, I'll post it. :)
ReplyDeleteKatilyn, yes it is so much better for the environment, and I think if this biobutanol does "go big" in the market then it will spread internationally. I hope it does work out and help other countries as well.