Unlocking the Power of Sugarcane
This remarkable plant has the potential to lower carbon dioxide emissions, create jobs, reduce petroleum use and help create a healthier, cleaner planet. Watch our brief video to learn more.
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The future we want
Today is Earth Day. And this year we have a number of reasons to celebrate it. Perhaps the most significant one is the chance to build the future we want. In June, the world will see Brazil hosting the largest forum ever in the history of the United Nations: Rio+20. The UN Conference on Sustainable Development represents a historic opportunity to define pathways to a more sustainable future. World leaders, along with thousands of participants from the private sector, NGOs and other groups, will come together to shape a more sustainable world where economic growth, poverty reduction, social equity and environmental protection go hand-in-hand.
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Global Agenda
- Sweeter Alternative
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Eliminating Trade Barriers
The two top world producers and exporters of ethanol, the U.S. and Brazil, now provide free access to their markets. Follow our Sweeter Alternative campaign in the U.S. promoting free trade for clean energy.
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One Plant, Many Products
Humans have cultivated sugarcane for many centuries to produce sugar. But only recently has high-tech innovation started unlocking other useful products that are clean and renewable. Learn how sugarcane can now provide food, energy, packaging and more.
- Virtual Mill Tour
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Tour a Virtual Sugarcane Mill
Take a behind-the-scenes look at a working sugarcane mill in Brazil. Our virtual tour will show you how the plant works, from careful planting and harvesting to ethanol production and bioelectricity production.
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Statistics and Studies
We’ve compiled the most important research, studies and statistics on sugarcane. Consult our library for in-depth information on its production, trade and use.
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Providing Food and Fuel
Brazil has replaced half of its gasoline needs with sugarcane ethanol while simultaneously doubling grain production during the past ten years. The country is not only feeding itself better but also much of the world thanks to high-productivity agriculture.
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A Cleaner, Healthier Planet
Reduced greenhouse gas emissions and petroleum use. A more diverse energy supply. Job creation and economic growth. Learn more about the many advantages sugarcane can offer.
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Protecting Precious Resources
The Brazilian sugarcane industry is committed to sustainability. Find out about best practices for land use planning and the industry’s dedication to responsible labor conditions.
- Brazilian Experience
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A Leader in Renewable Energy
In the past 30 years, Brazil has become virtually energy independent and a leader in renewables. Sugarcane played a key part in this transition and now supplies 18% of all Brazilian energy. Learn how sugarcane helps reduce oil dependency and increase energy security.
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Making Gasoline the Alternative
Flex fuel vehicles that can run on either gasoline or pure ethanol account for 90% of new car sales in Brazil. That means consumers have a choice at the pump, and they’ve chosen to replace more than half the country’s gasoline needs with sugarcane ethanol.
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Sugarcane Statistics
While more than 100 countries cultivate sugarcane, Brazil grows more than any other. Brazil is the world’s largest sugar producer and second largest ethanol producer, behind the United States. Find the latest harvest and export data in our resource library.
