Diversified Ethanol debuts closed-cycle system that reduces ethanol water use by 89 percent

In Minnesota, a new “Butterfield Closed Cycle System” was introduced by Diversified Ethanol Corporation, reducing water consumption in ethanol production by 89 percent. The small-scale, modular systems can be used by breweries, beverage recycling and food processing facilities to convert liquid waste into ethanol.

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