BioEnergy

There is much debate about the growing and use of Jatropha as an energy crop in poor countries, with for instance the question of potential impact on food security. This comprehensive report published by the Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO) sets out to clarify things.

This report published by the International Institute for Environment and Development (IIED) explores the early impacts of existing and planned biofuel production projects in Tanzania, with a focus on the livelihoods and access to land of the local populations.

This paper published by the FAO gives an overview of the main risks and opportunities that might result from the production and use of liquid biofuel in developing countries across the world.

In this publication the Asian Development Bank presents several initiatives for clean energy for poor communities.

The 2009 Ashden Awards for sustainable energy were presented last week in London.