Biomass and biofuels are renewable energy sources that can help reduce greenhouse gas emissions and dependence on fossil fuels. However, they also face many misconceptions and criticisms that can hinder their development and adoption. In this article, you will learn how to challenge some of the common myths about biomass and biofuels, and why they deserve more attention and support as part of the energy transition.
Myth 1: Biomass and biofuels are not really renewable
One of the main arguments against biomass and biofuels is that they are not truly renewable, because they consume land, water, and other resources that could be used for food production or ecosystem conservation. However, this ignores the fact that biomass and biofuels can be produced from a variety of sources, such as agricultural and forest residues, organic waste, algae, and energy crops.
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