A macroeconomic plan for a green recovery

A unique green opportunity has arisen for policy makers to create viable newmarkets, boost private investment and innovation, and stimulate the economy without requiring large public expenditure. By sending a … read more »






Sustainable biofuels in Africa: cultivation of Jatropha curcas in Mali and Malawi

Biofuel cultivation worldwide continues to increase in intensity and extent despite a lack of empirical data on the sustainability impacts. This briefing note reflects on two case studies from sub-Saharan Africa outlining the current context of the cultivation of the inedible, biodiesel crop Jatropha curcas (subsequently termed Jatropha). A variety of projects exist in both […]