Biofuels, land grabbing and food security in Africa

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

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

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.