Jatropha is currently being tested at the Sustainable Energy Farm at Destiny. One researcher at the University of Florida recently pointed out that the plant can yield more oil than soy or corn. Many varieties of the plant aren't yet domesticated, making it difficult to have consistent yields. However, Destiny's research is focused on increasing yields.
In Southwest Florida, My Dream Fuel is working to increase jatropha tree growth for use in bio-fuel production.
"Jatropha is a perfect crop," said Dave Wolfley, a distribution manager for the company based in Fort Myers. "We have the resources to do away with importing foreign oil."
Both Continental Airlines and Air New Zealand recently ran test flights using biodiesel from jatropha. My Dream Fuel hopes to reduce cargo ship emissions by supplying Florida's maritime industry with fuel made from jatropha.
(Source: Associated Press)
To learn more about Destiny's Sustainable Energy Farm, visit: http://www.destinyflorida.com/index.php?src=gendocs&ref=energy_farm&category=Main
And, learn more about My Dream Fuel at: http://www.mydreamfuel.com
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