Biofuel is a fuel produced from renewable biomass material, commonly used as an alternative, cleaner fuel source to burning fossil fuels.
By Kris Walker
1 Feb 2013
Biobutanol is a four-carbon alcohol produced by the fermentation of biomass. It has a long hydrocarbon chain which renders it non-polar.
People were initially slow to embrace the concept of the electric car, although recent years have seen it rise in popularity as the benefits become more apparent, especially as the worldwide use of fossil fuels declines amid concerns over global warming.
By G.P. Thomas
29 May 2012
Algal biofuel is an alternative to fossil fuel, which is generated by specific algae species from carbon dioxide.
A discovery in molecular chemistry may help remove a barrier to the widespread use of diesel and other fuel-efficient "lean burn" vehicle engines.