Historical roots and early experiments in biofuelsAncient and pre-industrial use of biofuelsWhen were biofuels invented? Across history, biomass lit lamps and warmed homes long before engines roared. Some historians estimate that bio-based energy met a large share of...
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:...