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“It is clearly the case that programs in Europe and the United States that have increased biofuel production have contributed to the added demand for food.” quote by Robert Zoellick
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“It is clearly the case that programs in Europe and the United States that have increased biofuel production have contributed to the added demand for food.”

Robert Zoellick

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Source Report: International Energy Agency briefing, 2009

Increasing biofuel production in Europe and the U.S. raises demand for food, linking energy policy to food markets.

In simple terms: Biofuels boost food demand.

Key Takeaway

Balance energy goals with food security.

Themes

energy policy food security economics

Mood

concerned analytical

Type

policy informative

When to use this quote

  • agriculture
  • government policy
  • trade negotiations
  • energy planning

Key Concepts

sustainability market dynamics

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can biofuel policy be decoupled from food demand?
  • What alternatives exist?
A Different Perspective

May overlook technological advances that reduce competition.

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