Biodiesel: Growing a New Energy Economy, by Greg Pahl. Biodiesel has powered tour buses for Neil Young, Bonnie Raitt, and Willie Nelson. Daryl Hannah's private vehicle runs on it, while Republican and Democratic politicians alike are backing its development. It's more biodegradable than sugar and less toxic than table salt, and the production process can take place on a massive industrial scale or gallon by gallon in you garage. In this essential new book, Greg Pahl shares the history of biodiesel, explains the technology in straightforward terms, and explores its exciting potential in the United States and beyond, including resources you can use to buy or make your own biodiesel.Biodiesel is produced from domestic feedstocks, reducing the need for foreign oil while boosting the local economy and supporting the agricultural community. Biodiesel can reduce net CO2 emissions by 78% compared with petroleum diesel fuel, cutting greenhouse gases that lead to global warming, it can be mixed with petroleum diesel to produce a cleaner-burning biodiesel blend, or can be blended with No. 2 oil for home heating, usually without any retrofits required. Softcover, 6" x 9", 281 pgs. We offer free shipping on all orders over $19.94. Orders under $19.95 will have a $2.50 handling fee added. To order by phone call toll-free: 866-596-9982