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General Biomass Company develops proprietary technology to produce large quantities of cellulase enzymes, the protein catalysts that turn cellulose into glucose more cost effectively. It takes approximately 100 grams of cellulase enzyme proteins to make one gallon of cellulosic ethanol. This means that one billion gallons of fuel ethanol would require 110,000 tons of cellulase enzymes. The ability to produce glucose from cellulose rather than from starch is an enabling technology for many cellulosic bioproducts: ethanol and butanol for biofuels and lactic acid for bioplastics. We also offer consulting services in the areas of biomass processing and cellulosic ethanol production. Please contact us with your needs at dgibbs@generalbiomass.com. We are proud to be a member of the American Coalition for Ethanol , the Illinois Biotechnology Industry Organization and the Renewable Energy Action Project (REAP). The biomass industry in general, and cellulosic ethanol production in particular, offer major growth opportunities over the next 5 to 10 years and beyond. Development and commercialization of these technologies can significantly reduce net carbon emissions in the transportation sector, reduce U.S. dependence on imported oil, promote rural development, and provide opportunities to export technology and components. We welcome investors, partners and applicants who share these interests and would like to help us achieve these goals.