Biofuels, land grabbing and food security in Africa

By Kjell J. Havnevik, Atakilte Beyene, Prosper Bvumiranayi Matondi

Subjects: Energy crops industry, Land use, rural, Biofuels, Africa, Energy industries, Biobränslen, Rural Land use, Africa, rural conditions, Natural resources, Naturresurser, Food security

Description: Examines the effects of large-scale biofuel production, seen as having a positive impact on African national economies and greenhouse gases. Finds negative implications as well, especially in developmental and environmental areas.