Effect of biofuel production on carbon dioxide emissions (Scioence Daily)

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http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2011/10/111023135657.htm

Production of Biofuel from Forests Will Increase Greenhouse Gas Emissions, Study Finds

ScienceDaily (Oct. 23, 2011) — The largest and most comprehensive study yet done on the effect of biofuel production from West Coast forests has concluded that an emphasis on bioenergy would increase carbon dioxide emissions from these forests at least 14 percent, if the efficiency of such operations is optimal.

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About Willem Van Cotthem

Honorary Professor of Botany, University of Ghent (Belgium). Scientific Consultant for Desertification and Sustainable Development.
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