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  biofuel: the green irony

  Although sometimes difficult to measure, I think it is also important to note the human consequences that result from a growing biofuel industry in S. America. In Paraguay, using the lowest estimate there are 250,000 displaced/landless people in a country of 6 million, which according to a Paraguayan social research institute BASE-IS is primarily attributed to the soy industry. This is an article which talks about a woman from Paraguay that has been severely affected by soy.

  http://www.thenation.com/doc/20070305/weisberg

  As the global marketplace for carbon sequestration grows, it will be necessary to ensure that these carbon credits are not only offering competitive returns, but are accessible to small family farms.  

  Take a look at Brazil's Social Fuel Stamp. This seems like a useful legal approach to encourage a more equitable biodiesel industry.

  http://www.biodiesel.gov.br/docs/Folder_biodiesel_ingles_ ...
   On Scientist says biofuel boom endangers world's largest rainforest posted 1 year, 10 months ago 24 Responses