Can Ethanol Survive Without Subsidies?

In light of the ethanol tax credit and tariff extension, POET CEO Jeff Broin discusses whether ethanol can compete with gasoline without government subsidies.

Jan 12, 2011

In light of the ethanol tax credit and tariff extension, POET CEO Jeff Broin discusses whether ethanol can compete with gasoline without government subsidies.

 

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