NCERC researchers produce cellulosic ethanol from corn kernels

In Illinois, researchers at NCERC have announced a successful production of ethanol from the cellulosic portion of the corn kernel.

“Any of the 211 existing ethanol plants in the United States could be retrofitted with existing bolt-on technologies to produce cellulosic ethanol from corn without the need to build new facilities,” said NCERC Director John Caupert. “This translates into opportunities for jobs and economic development, particularly in rural areas.”