The role of biofuels in the future energy supply
- 26 February 2013
- journal article
- opinion
- Published by Royal Society of Chemistry (RSC) in Energy & Environmental Science
- Vol. 6 (4) , 1077-1082
Abstract
In recent years several different arguments have been raised against the use of biofuels and their role in our future energy supply. These arguments can be divided into issues related to costs, food versus fuel, and lack of sustainability. Here we address these three points and argue that biofuels represent an essential contribution to our future energy supply and more importantly will contribute to a reduction in carbon dioxide emissions.Keywords
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