Biofuel in Brazil Flashcards
1
Q
Benefits
A
Cut down emissions by 350 million tons
More than 80% of production facilities provide healthcare, meals and transport to locals
2
Q
Problems
A
Worker rights:
2000+ workers have been rescued from forced labour conditions
Water use:
4 litres of water per 1 litre of ethanol, rivers contaminated by fertilisers (Piracicaba River)
Deforestation to make room for sugarcane plants
-Is biofuel really carbon neutral?
3
Q
What opportunities does biofuel production present?
A
Rural inward investment and development projects
Infrastructure improvements e.g. piped water, improved roads, so production is efficient
4
Q
Threats
A
Can take investment away from food production, leading to food shortages, which cause higher food prices
