One of the much talked about options to replace traditional gasoline is biofuel. But not all biofuels are created equally and, in fact, some may actually be even more harmful to the environment when it comes to production.
In particular, fuel made from the jatropha curcas plant. A recent study showed that producing fuel from the jatropha actually creates up to six times more greenhouse gases compared to traditional fossil fuels.
Italy-based Kenya Jatropha Energy Ltd is currently looking to create a 10,000 hectare plantation in Kenya to use exclusively for growing Jatropha for biofuel use. However, locals are contesting the arrangement claiming that the plantation will not only force people to move their homes, but will also be damaging to the environment as well.
Via the BBC
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