Can't See The Forest For The Biofuels

According to a new study, cutting down forests to grow crops for fuel causes more environmental damage than using biofuels can ever offset.

The quick moves to pass legislation to expand subsidies for crops, such as corn, that can be turned into biofuels was the first red flag. Can we stop the trend of businesses doing things that seem green, but are better for their bottom lines than for the environment?

Interestingly enough, one of the researchers brought environmental responsibility back to the basics: reducing consumption and improving fuel efficiency. We don't need to, nor should we, burn forests. What is needed is conscious living and reasonable public policy. To read the article, "Can't See The Forest For The Biofuels" go to Wired Science.