Biofuels for a Greener Economy? Insights from Jatropha Production in Northeastern Ethiopia

Many observers view Jatropha as a miracle plant that grows in harsh environments, halts land degradation and provides seeds for fuel production. This makes it particularly attractive for use in Ethiopia, where poverty levels are high and the degradation of agricultural land is widespread. In this ar...

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Main Authors: Brigitte Portner, Albrecht Ehrensperger, Zufan Nezir, Thomas Breu, Hans Hurni
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2014-09-01
Series:Sustainability
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Online Access:http://www.mdpi.com/2071-1050/6/9/6188