Scientists Support Biodiesels
An ongoing effort asking scientists from around the world to pledge support for biodiesel is getting quick results. Roger Beachy, president of the Donald Danforth Plant Science Center in St. Louis, and Rob Myers, founder of the Thomas Jefferson Agricultural Institute in Columbia, Mo., serve as co-chairs of the campaign, which invites all members of the scientific community to visit http://www.biodieselsustainability.com/scientists.html and add their names to the list of biodiesel supporters.
Scientists who sign the petition are agreeing that biodiesel can reduce dependence on petroleum, help address climate change and boost domestic economies. Additionally, they pledge their support for further investment and research, which will enhance biodiesel’s status as a sustainable fuel for transportation and other uses as well as its ability to meet the world’s food, feed, fiber and energy needs of the future. More than 80 scientists have signed up so far.
