Tuesday, July 14, 2009

Arundo donax Can Cause Frequent Wildfires?

Yep, that's what I read in this detailed article on the negative consequences of biofuels.

To quote:

"They pointed out that the giant reed (whose Latin name is Arundo donax) originally grown in West Asia, which is already invasive in parts of North and Central America, is naturally flammable. The plant causes wildfires, which is not only a global warming risk but also a direct threat."

This aspect of AD needs to be given a closer look

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