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The abundance and climate for sugar cane makes it a cheap base stock for the manufacture of cold process ethanol. The is a a convenience fuel similar to diesel fuel but much less expensive because it is produced locally.

The Itaipu Dam project is stated as the largest power project on earth. Most dams are for mechanical energy to turn turbines to produce electricity. This would obviously contribute to a more stable electrical system in the region. I just hope the correct environmental studies were completed to determine the impact on the surrounding area.