Grand Challenges for Life-Cycle Assessment of Biofuels

Date Published
03/2011
Publication Type
Journal Article
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DOI
10.1021/es103579c
Abstract

Biofuels are widely touted as viable, albeit not straightforward, alternatives to petroleum-derived fuels. To best determine their utilization, many practitioners turn to life-cycle assessment (LCA) to ascertain the “environmental footprint”. Although parameters such as resource and land use, along with infrastructure, can be incorporated into LCA algorithms, many have noted that the methodological approach still needs careful attention. In this Feature, McKone et al. outline seven grand challenges that need to be engaged and surmounted to provide the best way forward for biofuel use.

Journal
Environmental Science & Technology
Volume
45
Year of Publication
2011
Issue
5
Pagination
1751 - 1756
ISSN Number
0013-936X
Short Title
Environ. Sci. Technol.
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