Buses powered by soybeans. Agricultural waste transformed into car fuel. These possibilities have inspired governments around the world to include biofuels as a substantial part of their renewable ...

The U.S. airline maker says "green diesel" would emit 50% less carbon dioxide than fossil fuel over its lifecycle In 2012, air transport produced 689 million tons of carbon dioxide -- 2% of the global ...

Biofuels have come under scrutiny in the latest IPCC report, which outlines some of the emergent risks associated with their production. In principle, biofuels seem to be an ideal solution to reducing ...

James Chen, CMT is an expert trader, investment adviser, and global market strategist. Gordon Scott has been an active investor and technical analyst or 20+ years. He is a Chartered Market Technician ...

Since the beginning of civilisation, humans have depended on organic materials - or “biomass” - for cooking and heat. Many developing countries in Asia and Africa still do. Biofuel or bioenergy is the ...

From canola farmers in Canada to car owners in India, biofuels have become the subject of everyday debate across the world. Liquid biofuels feature heavily in the climate plans of many countries, as ...

Biofuel can be a great alternative to conventional fuels in India, though it is not yet fully developed. Biofuel is a safe, environment-friendly fuel that can be a great alternative to petrol and ...

Proponents of biomass-based fuels push for sustainability against a steady tide of conflicting analysis, but can advanced biofuels cut the mustard? Sustainable, supersonic fighter jets. President ...

Biofuels are often promoted as a cleaner alternative to fossil fuels, but their environmental and social impacts are far from straightforward. Just Have a Think examines the complexities of biofuel ...

Experts say increased use of crops for fuel is ‘dangerous game’ that could send food price inflation soaring Demand for biofuels is likely to leap by nearly a third this year, which could send food ...