Ethanol is used in spirit lamps. Ethanol is used as a substitute for fuels in vehicles that are environmentally friendly. They give off low emissions of carbon monoxide gas that is harmful to the environment. Ethanol is the main component of alcoholic beverages such as rum, whisky and beer. Ethanol is used as an organic solvent.
Ethanol is used as in antifreeze a mixture for radiators in cars.
Ethanol mixed with water freezes at a lower temperature than water. Such an antifreeze mixture is used for radiators in cold countries.