Perspectives and new directions for the production of bioethanol using consolidated bioprocessing of lignocellulose

The Library of Congress: H.R.6: An Act to move the United States toward greater energy independence and security, to increase the production of clean renewable fuels, to protect consumers, to increase the efficiency of products, buildings, and vehicles, to promote research on and deploy greenhouse gas capture and storage options, and to improve the energy performance of the Federal Government, and for other purposes. Sponsor: Rep Rahall, Nick J II; (introduced 1/12/2007; became Public Law No: 110–140. 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