Crude oil–corn–ethanol – nexus: A contextual approach

Natanelov, V; McKenzie, AM; Van Huylenbroeck, G

HERO ID

10289024

Reference Type

Journal Article

Year

2013

Language

English

HERO ID 10289024
In Press No
Year 2013
Title Crude oil–corn–ethanol – nexus: A contextual approach
Authors Natanelov, V; McKenzie, AM; Van Huylenbroeck, G
Journal Energy Policy
Volume 63
Page Numbers 504-513
Abstract This paper offers a holistic study on the complex relationships between crude oil, corn and ethanol during a turbulent period between 2006 and end of 2011. Through a holistic mapping of the current market situation and a contextual analytical design we show that there exists a strong relationship between crude oil and corn markets on one side, and crude oil and ethanol on the other. However, the price relationship between corn and ethanol was revealed to be less straightforward, and is driven by the US government fuel policy. Furthermore the study indicates that corn markets have became more prone to volatility due to ethanol production, especially when the demand for corn is high and/or the crude oil prices are high enough to create a competitive market for ethanol.
Doi 10.1016/j.enpol.2013.08.026
Wosid WOS:000330085400052
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Dupe Override No
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Language Text English
Keyword Commodity futures prices; Biofuel policy; Context