Beschreibung:
Energy plays a central role in the global economy. Changes in energy costs have significant effects on economic growth. Increasing oil prices, rising energy demands and concerns over global warming have encouraged many countries to develop biofuels (FAO 2008, Verchot et al. 2010). In order to support the emergence of the biofuel sector, many countries have introduced incentives, such as consumption targets, tax breaks, production subsidies and reduced border tariffs. This has stimulated the growth of biofuel production and trade globally during 20002011. Indonesia is seeking to take advantage of this emerging global market for biofuels, as are many developing countries. The country has extensive oil palm plantations and is now the world's leading producer of crude palm oil (CPO); thus, it is well positioned to develop biodiesel production ...