This document discusses energy plantations for ethanol and biodiesel production. It begins by introducing that sugarcane, sweet sorghum, and sugar beet are used to produce ethanol through fermentation of their sugars. Starch from crops like maize and wheat can also be converted to sugar for ethanol production. The document then discusses advantages like renewability and lower emissions of ethanol fuel. It notes India's aim to increase ethanol blending in gasoline. Methods of biodiesel production through transesterification of oils are outlined. Challenges of ethanol and biodiesel like land use and affordability are also summarized.