US provides funding for cellulosic ethanol

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Washington—The US Department of Energy February 28 announced 385 million in funding for six new cellulosic ethanol plants. The money will be paid out over four years to help commercialize the fuel. “The release of these grants is a major step forward for the cellulosic ethanol industry as many ethanol producers were awaiting this announcement to move forward with their plans,” said the Renewable Fuels Association in a statement.