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Biofuel Beliefs
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IntroductionBiofuels are alternative fuels derived from biomass. In order to be considered a biofuel the fuel must contain over 80 percent renewable materials. Since it is originally derived from the photosynthesis process, it can often be referred to as a solar energy source. There are many pros and cons to using biofuels as an energy source. Below are some Web links to help you form your own educated opinion.
Web LinksInformational Biofuel on Wikipedia http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Biofuel
Consumer Energy Council of America: Biofuels Facts www.cecarf.org/Programs/Fuels/Fuelfacts/Bio-Fuels%20Facts.html
The Pros and Cons of Biofuels http://environment.about.com/od/fossilfuels/a/biofuels.htm
USDA National Agriculture Library: Bioenergy and Biofuels
For BIOFUELS Biofuels Journal
Biofuel Review
Against BIOFUELS How Stuff Works: Biodiesel Cons http://auto.howstuffworks.com/biodiesel4.htm
World Bank Chief: Biofuels Boosting Food Prices www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=89545855
IN THE CLASSROOMBioFutures: Biomass Energy Education Activity Guide (contains three 9-12 grade activities) This web site has a link to the activity guide as well as additional links to web sites about biomass. |