Wisconsin Ethanol Coalition: Indirect emissions analyses distort benefits of ethanol

Contact: Joshua Morby (414) 791-9120

The Environmental Protection Agency recently proposed including indirect emissions in calculating green house gas emissions for ethanol. Here are some facts:

Not applying these standards to petroleum-based fuels has created an unbalanced comparison that has distorted the proven benefits of ethanol.
When compared directly to gasoline, ethanol reduces green house gas emissions by 60%, according to EPA confirmed studies.

“Tuesday Truths” is a series of weekly facts from the Wisconsin Ethanol Coalition explaining the positive benefits of ethanol use in Wisconsin. The Wisconsin Ethanol Coalition is a diverse group of businesses, environmental, statewide groups and local organizations who have come together to build both public and legislative awareness of ethanol issues in Wisconsin. For more information, visit www.wisconsinethanol.com.