The report lists current and developing applications of non-food crops and other measures designed to reduce dependence on fossil fuels and to increase sustainability and to reduce environmental impact. It also lists current drivers and barriers to uptake. In our view, opinion as to drivers and barriers is essential when forming opinion of potential liability exposure should there be any potential for harm associated with the product.
Evidence from:
DEFRA/DTI Nov 2006
“A strategy for non-food crops and uses Two year progress report”
- Renewable fuels produce large quantities of waste biomass and ash.
- Small scale bio-fuels production may escape appropriate engineering and operation standards or inspection. Waste management facilities may be inadequate.
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