Biofuels and Sustainability : Holistic Perspectives for Policy-making
by
 
Takeuchi, Kazuhiko

Title
Biofuels and Sustainability : Holistic Perspectives for Policy-making

Author
Takeuchi, Kazuhiko

ISBN
9784431548959

Personal Author
Takeuchi, Kazuhiko

Publication Information
Tokyo Springer Nature 2018

Physical Description
1 electronic resource (265 p.)

Abstract
This open access book presents a comprehensive analysis of biofuel use strategies from an interdisciplinary perspective using sustainability science. This interdisciplinary perspective (social science-natural science) means that the strategies and policy options proposed will have significant impacts on the economy and society alike. Biofuels are expected to contribute to reducing greenhouse gas emissions, revitalizing economies in agricultural communities and alleviating poverty. However, despite these anticipated benefits, international organizations such as the FAO, OECD and UN have published reports expressing concerns that biofuel promotion may lead to deforestation, water pollution and water shortages. The impacts of biofuel use are extensive, cross-sectoral and complex, and as such, comprehensive analyses are required in order to assess the extent to which biofuels can contribute to sustainable societies. Applying interdisciplinary sustainability science concepts and methodologies, the book helps to enhance the establishment of a sustainable society as well as the development of appropriate responses to a global need for urgent action on current issues related to biofuels.

Subject Term
Environment law
 
Ecological science, the Biosphere
 
Environmental management
 
Sustainability
 
Energy technology & engineering
 
Alternative & renewable energy sources & technology

Added Author
Shiroyama, Hideaki
 
Saito, Osamu
 
Matsuura, Masahiro
 
Takeuchi, Kazuhiko

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