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Florida Matters “The Future of Bio-Fuels ” (September 21, 2006)
New plants around the state are gearing up to produce ethanol. Is bio-fuel the answer to our energy problems or does it cost too much to produce? This week’s guests say a switch to homegrown fuels can provide relief from our nation’s dependence on foreign oil and while it’s not a “silver bullet,” it is an important piece of the alternative. Listen Now
WUSF’s Carson Cooper discusses the promise of ethanol with:
Bradley Krohn,President of US Envirofuels
Stephen Reich, of USF's Center for Urban Transportation Research
Mike Bennett, Republican State Senator from Bradenton
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New plants around the state are gearing up to produce ethanol. Is bio-fuel the answer to our energy problems or does it cost too much to produce? This week’s guests say a switch to homegrown fuels can provide relief from our nation’s dependence on foreign oil and while it’s not a “silver bullet,” it is an important piece of the alternative.
