The use of biofuels is expanding across the globe, as they offer several advantages over fossil fuels. For example, many biofuels are nontoxic, biodegradable, and renewable. The pros and cons of biofuels are being discussed in the context of a variety of international issues, including the mitigation of carbon emissions levels and oil prices, the "food vs. fuel" debate, sustainable fuel production, deforestation and soil erosion, impact on water resources, poverty reduction potential, energy balance and efficiency, and centralized versus decentralized production. Contents
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1 Advantages of biofuels 3 Biomass o 5 First generation biofuels
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o 5.2 Biodiesel
o 5.3 Bioalcohols
o 5.4 Biogas
o 5.5 Syngas
o 5.6 Solid biofuels
7 Third generation biofuels 10 See also 12 References
Advantages of biofuels
Unlike most other types of fuels, many biofuels are nontoxic and biodegradable. As a result, they are relatively harmless to the environment if spilled.[1][2][3]