Ecology: November 2006 Archives

Biodiesel Lubricates Social Inclusion

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Economics for the people: "In addition to saving on imports of diesel of fossil fuel origin and curbing pollution, the point of the plan is to promote social development by boosting smallholder agriculture."

Mario Osava

RIO DE JANEIRO, Oct 26 (IPS) - The physic nut tree, which has a lifespan of over 40 years, is resistant to drought and benefits small farmers, is a potential source of biodiesel in Brazil, as is the babassu, a coconut palm from the eastern Amazonian region.

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