This study deals with the net energy input/output analysis of
molasses based ethanol production in the life cycle perspective in
the case of Nepal. It is the first study of its kind in the Nepalese
context. The goal is to estimate the net energy value of ethanol
from sugar mill’s by-product molasses by assessing life cycle
energy/material inputs. The study is based on field study
information from a sugar industry, Sri Ram Sugar Mills Ltd., in
Nepal and its neighbouring sugarcane farms. The study provides
useful information to policy makers, investors and individuals to
judge the worthiness of policies for alternative transport fuel in
Nepal as the country seeks fuel options to meet energy demand
and security, and promote sustainable development.