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Automation Strategy Consulting

The automation systems market for process industries encompass all control processes ranging from chemical, oil refineries, papers and pulp. Automation systems have recently become a necessity for many industries, particularly pharmaceuticals, food, beverages, and fast-moving consumer goods as ‘digitization of manufacturing processes’  have become a more efficient alternative employed by major companies to ensure efficiency … Read more

Hybrid and Electric Vehicle Market Research

There is an important distinction between hybrid vehicles and electric vehicles (EVs). Hybrid vehicles, such as the Toyota Prius line, are powered by both an electric engine and an Internal Combustion Engine (ICE), which is the traditional engine fueled by petrol or Diesel. Electric Vehicles (EVs), by definition, are powered by an electric engine only. … Read more

Gone with the Wind? The Financial Crisis and Wind Energy

Undoubtedly, the Global financial crisis is impacting formerly high growth energy sectors.  The wind energy sector has witnessed dramatic growth over the past 10 years.   Our researchers explored some of the ways the wind industry has been impacted by the financial crisis.

Biofuel Market Research

Bio Fuels and Renewables present new opportunities. Discover how Bio Fuels continue to evolve.

Ethanol Market Intelligence

Our Research on Ethanol

Ethanol is a clean burning, high-octave motor fuel that is produced from renewable sources. Normally ethanol is used as a blend with gasoline eg: E 10 – 10% ethanol & 90 % gasoline which are commonly used in the US. However there are higher blends eg: E85- 85% ethanol & 15% gasoline which is used in flexible Fuel Vehicles (FFV) which has also been introduced in the US by automakers.

This could make a big difference to Ethanol business. American Coalition for Ethanol (ACE) is leading efforts to using higher ethanol blends – 20%, 30%, 40%, etc in standard automobiles which could mean dramatically higher amount of renewable fuel.