Biofuels in the Climate ContextWhy biofuels matter for climate policyGlobal transport accounts for about 14% of greenhouse gas emissions, and South Africa bears the burden of rising fuel costs and urban smog. That pressure fuels policy debate. Biofuels offer a...
Biofuel Origins and Core FeedstocksWhat biofuels are and how they are classifiedRecent industry data show biofuel production rose 6% last year, a wink to renewables in the transport mix. The question 'where do biofuels come from' has a straightforward answer:...
Across South Africa's roads, a provocative question lingers: are biofuels carbon neutral? The tension between cleaner air and scarce land creates a moral weather system. Some lifecycle analyses show up to 60% lower emissions for biofuels, yet others point to...