Biodiesel
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Researchers have developed a method of converting sugar directly into diesel using a bacterial fermentation process first discovered during World War I.
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It seems the 550 bhp twin-turbo diesel V8 Trident Iceni is finally set to launch. The US$150,000 Iceni will run to 230 mph, accelerate from 0-60 mph in under four seconds, and deliver 70 mpg at a constant 70 mph.
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The Eco Fire Pot Stove is designed to allow women in developing nations to cook using relatively clean-burning fuel, instead of toxic smoke-producing wood or kerosene.
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ScienceNanoparticles have added yet another string to their microscopic bows with a new study showing that the addition of alumina nanoparticles can improve the performance and combustion of biodiesel, while producing fewer emissions.
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While the food versus fuel debate continues to put viable biodiesel production on the back burners it might just be Cannabis sativa that blazes the competition.
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MAX is a replica Lotus Seven which can run on vegetable oil, be built by a determined enthusiast for less than USD$10,000 and is the creation of Jack McCornack