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Biofuels and the Competition for Grain [Infographic]

0 by Timothy B. Hurst on March 9, 2010

Until algae-based fuels, biodiesel, and cellulosic ethanol reach the stage where they are able to grab a larger share of the overall biofuels market, many argue that there will continue to be upward pressure on food prices caused by the competition for grain. (Click graphic to expand)

Source: Earth Policy Institute/ The Guardian

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Category: Economy, Energy | Tags: biodiesel, biofuel, corn, energy policy, ethanol, food, infographic

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Timothy Hurst is the founder and editor of ecopolitology and executive editor of theLiveOAK Media Network. He writes mostly about energy and environmental politics, clean tech and green business -- but has a habit of covering music festivals in the summer. When not reading, writing, or talking about environmental politics to anyone who will listen, Tim likes to ski, hike with his aging lab and get dirty in his Colorado veggie garden.