Resources and utilization of C2 compounds in China has been reviewed. Transformations of bioethanol feedstock into ethylene, acetylene and ethylene feedstocks into chloroethylene, and ethylene feedstock into ethylene oxide have been discussed, and effects of these processes on the energy utilization and environmental damage have been evaluated. The viewpoints of economic or social benefits have also been discussed.
Key words: economic benefits; C2 utilization; ethylene production from bioethanol; chloroethylene production;
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