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Pacific Ethanol, Inc. is a publicly traded company (NASDAQ: PEIX) that is engaged in the development, production and marketing of renewable fuels in the United States. The company has five ethanol plans under construction on the West Coast with expected capacity of 200 million gallons. In addition, the company's wholly owned subsidiary is one of the largest marketers of ethanol and generated in excess of $82 million in sales last year.

To many investors, the whole concept of ethanol is new. Ethanol is a fuel additive that is commonly made from corn, but can also be made from wheat, barley, potatoes and other crops. In addition, new technologies are enabling the production of ethanol from corn stalks, grain straw, paper pulp and even municipal solid waste. The starch or sugar portion of the corn is fermented and then distilled into alcohol. Sounds like a new concept, but early versions of the first automobiles ever produced ran on gasoline or ethanol!

Since January, the stock of Pacific Ethanol, Inc. (NASDAQ: PEIX) has increased almost 400% and currently trades at a market valuation in excess of $1 billion. Why all the investor excitement?

Pacific Ethanol may be in the right place and at the right time for the following reasons:

a) Ethanol is a commercially viable fuel additive that is rapidly taking the place of a fuel additive which has been banned in many states.

b) Ethanol additives results in less pollution than existing gasoline.

c) Demand for ethanol has far exceeded the industries production capacity.

d) A large number of vehicles are already capable of using gasoline mixed with an ethanol additive, usually under a 10% ethanol / 90% gasoline mixture. In addition, many manufacturers have committed sharp increases in the production of vehicles that can take much higher percentages of ethanol.

e) The production of ethanol has been highly profitable.

f) Federal and State governments are rapidly moving towards the use of alternative fuels to reduce dependence on foreign oil.

g) The company has one of the strongest management teams and a very experienced board of directors.

h) The company has attracted significant funding, including approximately $84 million in preferred stock from Cascade Investment, LLC, which is owned by Bill Gates.

Historically, companies with strong management, access to necessary investment capital and with critical mass in a rapidly growing industry - are companies to watch very closely. We believe that the Pacific Ethanol is well positioned to capitalize from the production and marketing of ethanol and should be watched closely.

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What can Bush do to get cellulosic ethanol made from corn stalks and switchgrass to fight off oil dependency?

Scientists know that the production of ethanol can be more cost effective using corn stalks and switchgrass instead of the corn cob. What is President Bush going to do about it as it would be a better and cheaper way to produce ethanol? If you were the person in charge how would you react to stave off America's dependence on foreign oil supplies and escalating costs?

If they were really serious about energy from "alternative" sources they would check out hemp. Don't be confused. Hemp isn't the same thing as marijuana. Certain varieties of hemp contain no harmful/illegal chemicals. More ethanol can be created from an acre of hemp than from an acre of corn.

Ethanol: Silly Senator, Corn is for Food!

Corn Ethanol $14.89 "In this book, Ken Glozer provides a factual evaluation of the major claims made by those who have advocated an ethanol policy for the past thirty years and answers a number of important questions. When did the policy start? How did it evolve? Are petrole

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The Great Corn Ethanol Ripoff (Hardcover) $13.16 In this in-depth, fact-based evaluation, Ken G. Glozer provides a detailed political history of how the United States ended up with current federal corn ethanol policy. Part I relates the significant external events that have driven the politics that in turn has driven the policy since 1977. He answers important questions about when the policy started, how it evolved, what were the major political and market forces that drove it, and, most important, who were the key officials that formed and shaped the policy.  Part II of the book contains an in-depth objective evaluation of the major claims made by those who have advocated the ethanol policies during the past thirty years. Glozer uses his analytic, policy evaluation skills, honed during his twenty-six years with the White House Office of Management and Budget, to probe how well the ethanol policy has worked compared to the claims made by two presidents, three federal agencies, ethanol producers, and the corn and soybean growers. The author presents the results of an evaluation of the Renewal Fuels Standard, which was first enacted in 1975 then doubled, to a mandatory 15 billion gallons of corn ethanol blended into the nation’s gasoline supplies. His surprising finding—that federal ethanol policy has little to do with energy and everything to do with wealth transfer—is particularly compelling because, after three decades of federal subsidies, trade protection, and, most recently, mandated ethanol blending, ethanol remains uneconomical. Also, according to the Department of Energy’s Energy Information Administration, ethanol never has and never will have a significant impact on petroleum imports compared to what could be achieved under a comp

The Great Corn Ethanol Ripoff By Glozer, Ken G. $27 In this book, Ken Glozer provides a factual evaluation of the major claims made by those who have advocated an ethanol policy for the past thirty years and answers a number of important questions. When did the policy start? How did it evolve? Are petroleum imports and budget costs reduced? Who pays and who benefits? Jacket. Author: Glozer, Ken G. Subtitle: Who Pays? Who Benefits? Publication Date: 2011/04/11 Number of Pages: 228 Binding Type: Hardcover Language: English Depth: 1.00 Width: 5.75 Height: 8.75

Ethanol Bio-fuel (Pack of 12) $91.99 This Bio-fuel produced by fermentation of sugars derived from wheat, corn, sugar beets, sugar cane, molasses and any sugar or starch. This ethanol bio-fuel comes in a pack of 12, 32-ounce bottles.Ethanol bio-fuelCapacity: 32 ouncesDimensions: 13 inches high x 10 inches wide x 10 inches deepPack of 12, 32-ounce bottles

EcoFeu M1S Capri Ventless Ethanol Table Fireplace Stainless $270.64 EcoFeu stainless steel fireplaces are of modern style and features an authentic flame which can be adjusted to suit your mood and beautify the scenery. The flame creates a romantic atmosphere and releases gentle heat. EcoFeu s ethanol is made of corn and beet to make a beautiful orange flame. The burning of ethanol releases only steam and carbon dioxide making it an environmentally friendly choice. Odors and creosote from traditional homes are avoided. There are many benefits to this green fireplace. The flame burns without smoke or odor emitting a gentle heat while its intensity is adjusted to create the desired atmosphere. The wall models are easily installed on any wall surface while the portable model can move easily from one room to another or even from inside to outside. Burner: 800ml / 6hrs. Categories: Table. Colors: Stainless/Glass. Includes: White Rocks. Weight: 6.6. Dimensions: 8.7 C x 14.25 H.

EcoFeu M1E Capri Ventless Ethanol Table Fireplace Beige $230.55 EcoFeu stainless steel fireplaces are of modern style and features an authentic flame which can be adjusted to suit your mood and beautify the scenery. The flame creates a romantic atmosphere and releases gentle heat. EcoFeu s ethanol is made of corn and beet to make a beautiful orange flame. The burning of ethanol releases only steam and carbon dioxide making it an environmentally friendly choice. Odors and creosote from traditional homes are avoided. There are many benefits to this green fireplace. The flame burns without smoke or odor emitting a gentle heat while its intensity is adjusted to create the desired atmosphere. The wall models are easily installed on any wall surface while the portable model can move easily from one room to another or even from inside to outside. Burner: 800ml / 6hrs. Categories: Table. Colors: Beige/Glass. Includes: Grey Rocks. Weight: 6.6. Dimensions: 8.7 C x 14.25 H.

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EcoFeu EF28 Montreal Ventless Ethanol Free Standing Fireplace $831.97 EcoFeu stainless steel fireplaces are ultramodern looking and have an authentic flame which can be adjusted to suit your mood and beautify the scenery. The subtle flame creates a romantic ambiance and emits a gentle heat. EcoFeu s ethanol is made of corn and beets to make a beautiful orange flame. The burning of ethanol releases only steam and carbon dioxide making it an environmentally friendly choice. Odors and creosote from traditional fireplaces are avoided. The advantages of using EcoFeu s fireplaces are limitless. The flame burns without smoke or odor emitting a gentle warmth which can be adjusted to your liking to create your desired atmosphere. These portable fireplaces can be moved easily from room to room and can even be used outside. Burner: 1.5 litres. Categories: Free Standing. Colors: Black. Includes: White Rocks. Weight: 26.5. Dimensions: 31.5 W x 15.7 D x 18.1 H.

Routes to Cellulosic Ethanol $209 Routes to Cellulosic Ethanol

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American Gold Rush in the Twenty-first Century: Corn Ethanol: America's Alternative Gasoline $9.7 No Synopsis Available

EcoFeu EF500513L 7 to 13 Cases 12 x 32 Onces Ethanol $104.61 Material: Corn and beets. Location: Indoor use. Weight: 12 32 ounce bottles. 7 to 13 Cases. Top Quality Manufactured to the highest specifications. High quality components. Satisfaction ensured.

EcoFeu EF500514L 14 to 55 Cases 12 x 32 Onces Ethanol $95.03 Material: Corn and beets. Location: Indoor use. Weight: 12 32 ounce bottles. 14 to 55 Cases. Top Quality Manufactured to the highest specifications. High quality components. Satisfaction ensured.

EcoFeu EF50056L 1 to 6 Cases 12 x 32 Onces Ethanol $114.27 Material: Corn and beets. Location: Indoor use. Weight: 12 32 ounce bottles. 1 to 6 Cases. Top Quality Manufactured to the highest specifications. High quality components. Satisfaction ensured.

Ethanol Treatment $11.5 Gold Eagle Ethanol Treatment A new formula designed to prevent corrosion from moisture and ethanol induced water attraction Best ethanol problem fighter with more than four times the fuel system cleaner than regualr Sta-Bil Contains twice the corrosion prevention than Sta-Bil, as well as two non-alcohol water removers Designed for use with every fill up in all 2-4 stroke marine engines running gasoline, gas-oil mixtures, and ethanol blends Can also be used as a safe storage treatment in snowmobiles, motorcycles, motor homes, and all outdoor power equipment including tractors and lawn mowers 8 oz. treats up to 80 gallons and 32 oz. treats up to 320 gallons

Gasoline, Diesel and Ethanol Biofuels from Grasses and Plants By Gupta, Ram B./ Demirbas, Ayhan $131.72 The world is currently faced with two significant problems: fossil fuel depletion and environmental degradation, which are continuously being exacerbated due to increasing global energy consumption. As a substitute for petroleum, renewable fuels have been receiving increasing attention due a variety of environmental, economic, and societal benefits. The firstgeneration biofuels ethanol from sugar or corn and biodiesel from vegetable oils are already on the market. The goal of this book is to introduce readers to secondgeneration biofuels obtained from nonfood biomass, such as forest residue, agricultural residue, switch grass, corn stover, waste wood, municipal solid wastes, and so on. Various technologies are discussed, including cellulosic ethanol, biomass gasification, synthesis of diesel and gasoline, biocrude by hydrothermal liquefaction, biooil by fast pyrolysis, and the upgradation of biofuel. This book strives to serve as a comprehensive document presenting various technological pathways and environmental and economic issues related to biofuels Provided by publisher. Author: Gupta, Ram B./ Demirbas, Ayhan Publication Date: 2010/04/30 Number of Pages: 230 Binding Type: Hardcover Language: English Depth: 0.75 Width: 7.50 Height: 10.50

Ethanol Molecule $16.99 Ah, glorious ethanol, aka ethyl alcohol. How we love you. We would count the ways, but we can't remember them all. And even if we could, we like to count on our fingers, and we might not have the motor coordination for that right now. So we'll leave the exact number of ways we love you unsaid. But it's a lot. Our artist figured ethanol deserved slightly different treatment than our Caffeine Molecule, Capsaicin Molecule, and Chocolate Molecule designs. The ancient Egyptians may have had 17 different types of beer, but it wasn't until 1808 that Nicolas-Théodore de Saussure determined ethanol's magical chemical formula, hence our established on date for the molecular structure. This is a black, 100% cotton t-shirt. The ethyl alcohol moleculecular structure is emblazoned in white on a red emblem encircled with a golden-yellow edge and flanked by stalks of blessed grain, the fermentation of which presumably led to the alcohol molecular structure shown. Beneath is a banner of the same yellow which reads "Est. 1808 - Saussure."

Corn - $6.99 A young mother-to-be attempts to come to terms with her own biology while exploring a potentially deadly environmental accident in this cautionary tale of terror from filmmaker Dave Silver. When a young woman returns to her hometown to give birth to an illegitimate child, she witnesses a shocking environmental accident involving a crop of genetically modified corn. When the community dismisses the young girl's concerns about the corn, she takes a journey deeper and deeper into the food chain to track a byproduct that could spell death for countless unassuming consumers. As she tracks the elusive crop from the cornfield to the supermarket, the young girl's greatest fears are confirmed. Will she be able to stop tragedy from occurring while simultaneously making sense of the developments taking place within her own rapidly changing body? ~ Jason Buchanan, Rovi

Vertigo Bio Ethanol Fireplace $436.99 This fireplace includes five ceramic artificial logs and a slim lighter - all what you need to create a worm, cozy atmosphere in your room without installation, smoke and maintenance. This fireplace uses liquid bio ethanol fuel.Materials: Black powder coated steel, tempered glassFuel required: Liquid bio ethanol fuelType of fuel: Liquid bio ethanol fuelPortableDimensions: 20 inches high x 36 inches wide x 10 inches deep

Ethanol Fuel Conditioner $9.95 Lucas Oil Ethanol Fuel Conditioner Specially developed to prevent corrosion and degradation in ethanol based fuels Protects your motor oil from the harmful side effects of alcohol combustion Cleans and maintains injectors, carburetors and valve seats It can be used in E-10, E-15, E-85, pure alcohol or any alcohol gasoline combination, even pure gasoline For use in 2-stroke and 4-stroke engines

Ethanol Molecule Flask $12.99 Ever since we realized that sugar could be fermented into ethanol, the fun began. One of our earliest organic reactions became one that fueled our parties, our perfumes, our colorings, our medicines, and even our vehicles! But we're most concerned here with its psychoactive properties when a part of a delicious adult beverage. Whether it's a fruity wine cooler with barely any ethanol or high-proof spirits, we bow down to the first human to figure this bit of chemistry out. You are awesome and if you weren't dead, we'd buy you a beer. Remember that your favorite booze is all about the ethanol. This stainless steel flask is adorned with an ethanol molecule to remind you of just that. Please imbibe responsibly, okay? We kinda like having you around. Product Specifications Stainless steel flask adorned with an ethanol molecule Celebrate organic chemistry Isn't life better with - hic! - chemistry? Drink responsibly, okay? Know your limits. # Seriously, we mean it.

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Toasted Corn $6.68 Toasted Corn

Barren Corn $23.85 Barren Corn

Ethanol and the Liver $159.95 An in-depth look at the effects of alcohol and liver pathologies in general this book will be of interest to both scientists and clinicians involoved in systemic toxicology.

CORN $17.18 Rated: NASynopsis: NA

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