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A biodiesel boom (and conundrum)

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The Biodiesel Boom: Supply, Demand, and Environmental Risks

This chapter examines the anticipated growth of biodiesel production and the challenges related to sourcing adequate feedstocks, notably from plant oils such as soybean and canola. It delves into the differing viewpoints on raw material availability and the environmental ramifications, including potential increases in deforestation and habitat loss.

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