Alternative power sources are primarily defined by their renewable status and the lack of carbon emissions involved in the production of alternative power sources. I’m sure everyone by now is familiar with the workings and advantages of solar energy, wind power, hydropower, geothermal power and biofuels. All these fields are growing at an outstanding rate but the Biofuels field has lately been hit by existing global situations and is showing a downward trend.
It began with the 2008 food crisis which sparked global debates about the rationality of using farmland to power transportation instead of feeding hungry mouths. The present decline in petrodiesel prices is contributing to the impact by resulting in substitutes like soy-based fuel becoming more expensive than conventional fuel. And, the global economic situation has been further adding to the woes by hitting alternative power companies considered to be the main players in this industry and causing numerous layoffs. That still doesn’t bring us to the end of the list. The fact that the burning of biomass also results in greenhouse gases is soon becoming the foundation on which arguments against biofuels are being built.
In a bid to draw attention to and garner support for its cause, California based, SRS Biodiesel issued a press release on the 5th of March 2009, titled “The Biodiesel Industry Is Struggling And We Need Your Help!” The press release goes on to succinctly highlight the benefits of biofuels and urges the media to help by devoting more space and attention to it. The statement ends with an invitation to a day-long openhouse at its premises scheduled for the 20th of March when it offers to provide tours and answer questions about the various aspects of alternative power sources.
