ENERGY
Ethanol consumption is expected to rise by 46% this year to 2 million litres per day, driven by new eco-car sales, according to the Department of Alternative Energy Development and Efficiency.
Director-general Krairit Nilkuha said the increase in ethanol use could reduce petrol consumption by 10% or about 20-21 million litres per day.
"Many car assemblers in Thailand will start production of flex-fuel vehicles (FFVs) with smaller engines within this year and this will offer good potential for renewable energy development," said Mr Krairit.
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