scholarly journals Recognizing socioeconomic risks and benefits related to biofuel production in developing countries: framework for analysis

2013 ◽  
Author(s):  
M. Havukainen ◽  
S. Väisänen ◽  
V. Uusitalo ◽  
M. Luoranen ◽  
J. Havukainen ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Developing Countries ◽  
Biofuel Production ◽  
Risks And Benefits

scholarly journals Bioenergy development in the Republic of Columbia

2021 ◽  
Vol 265 ◽  
pp. 04027
Author(s):  
Pérez Daniel Alejandro Moreno ◽  
Dzhemma V. Shushpanova
Keyword(s):  
Climate Change ◽  
Sustainable Development ◽  
Developing Countries ◽  
Organic Matter ◽  
Internal Combustion Engines ◽  
Biofuel Production ◽  
Combustion Engines ◽  
Industry Growth ◽  
The Republic ◽  
Intensive Work

Biofuels are a mixture of organic matter that is used as fuel in internal combustion engines. Biofuel production can pose a serious threat to food security, biodiversity, and climate change if not regulated and tightly controlled. However, it is also true that in this type of initiative there are many opportunities presented in its renewable nature and its intensive work needs that need to be explored. If sustainable development becomes the policy of the biofuels industry, growth paths and opportunities can be traced for developing countries such as Colombia. Consequently, a country can take advantage of the “follower” advantages if it learns from previous experiences such as the Brazilian one. Employment and natural preservation opportunities are possible with certified product.

INTERNATIONAL CORPORATIONS AND NATIONAL ECONOMIES MODERNIZATION: FROM COUNTERING NON-EQUIVALENT EXCHANGE TO FLEXIBLE STRATEGIES

2020 ◽  
pp. 107-117
Author(s):  
Jacqueline M. Sarkisyan ◽  
Keyword(s):  
Developing Countries ◽  
Multinational Companies ◽  
Operational Strategies ◽  
Dependent Development ◽  
Risks And Benefits ◽  
National Economies ◽  
The Impact ◽  
Economic Modernization ◽  
Different Levels ◽  
International Companies

The article deals with the impact of globalization-oriented modernization strategies implemented in developing countries on the activities of large international corporations and multinational companies. An assessment of the theoretical positions in the theory of dependent development of countries in terms of the concept of non-equivalent exchange is given. The risks and benefits of the functioning of international companies in developing countries with different levels of focus on economic modernization are analyzed and recommendations for the development of flexible operational strategies are proposed.

scholarly journals The Role of Small-Scale Biofuel Production in Brazil: Lessons for Developing Countries

Agriculture ◽  
2017 ◽  
Vol 7 (7) ◽  
pp. 61 ◽  
Author(s):  
Arielle Muniz Kubota ◽  
João Dal Belo Leite ◽  
Marcos Watanabe ◽  
Otávio Cavalett ◽  
Manoel Leal ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Developing Countries ◽  
Biofuel Production ◽  
Small Scale

scholarly journals Biofuels: balancing risks and rewards

2013 ◽  
Vol 3 (1) ◽  
pp. 20120040 ◽  
Author(s):  
Patricia Thornley ◽  
Paul Gilbert
Keyword(s):  
Greenhouse Gas ◽  
Environmental Risks ◽  
Biodiesel Production ◽  
Biofuel Production ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Production Methods ◽  
Risks And Benefits ◽  
Trade Offs ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Research And Policy

This paper describes a framework that can be used to evaluate the environmental risks and benefits associated with biofuel production. It uses the example of biodiesel produced from Argentinean soy to show how such a framework can be used to conceptualize trade-offs between different environmental, social and economic impacts of biofuel production. Results showing the greenhouse-gas savings and overall life-cycle impact of different ‘soy-biodiesel’ production methods are presented. These impacts and the significance of uncertainty in overall assessments of key parameters, such as greenhouse-gas savings, are discussed. It is shown that, even where sufficient knowledge exists to be able to quantify these impacts, the sustainability of supply of a particular biofuel is inextricably linked to values and ethical judgements. However, tailoring certification efforts to the issues that are most likely to make a significant difference to the overall sustainability could improve the effectiveness of certification efforts. The potential for a framework to guide and focus certification efforts is discussed and future research and policy priorities suggested.

scholarly journals Transgenic Plants: Review on Risks and Benefits in the Environment of Developing Countries

1970 ◽  
Vol 1 ◽  
pp. 84-93
Author(s):  
Umesh Prasad Shrivastava
Keyword(s):  
Developing Countries ◽  
Transgenic Plants ◽  
Soil Conservation ◽  
Critical Analysis ◽  
Genetically Modified Organisms ◽  
Main Concern ◽  
Soil Organisms ◽  
Risks And Benefits ◽  
Potential Impact ◽  
Impact On Biodiversity

Various transgenic plants have been produced employing various techniques. These plants perform interaction among other organisms the agro-environment. But, cultivation of these plants is a matter of debate. Various questions on risk factors have been raised by many authors, e.g. problems related consequences of gene escape, adverse impact on biodiversity, natural enemies, pollinators, soil organisms, decomposers and various non target organisms. On the other hand, various supporters give emphasis in the favour of transgenic plants praising its benefits, e.g. reduced environmental impact from pesticides and insecticide, increased yield, soil conservation, phytoremediation etc. Critical analysis of this controversy is the main concern of this present mini review. Also, an attempt has been made to describe the potential impact of transgenic plants in developing countries. Keywords Transgenic plants, genetically modified organisms, risks, benefits, developing countries DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.3126/av.v1i0.5315 Academic Voices 2011; 1: 84-93

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