by Deone Benninghoven, M.S.M. (about the author)
Imagine
a substance that produces more oil and meal on a single hectare then
any traditional crop. Imagine a ". . .world that thrives on energy,
food, and healthy substances that conserve the environment at the same
time they satisfy human needs. Aquatic Energy has imagine this future
and is creating it today" (extracted on 24 March 2010 from http://www.aquaticenergy.com/).
In a world where food and fuel are constantly rising, the secret of algae is getting out. As one of the fastest-growing plants, affordable algae can effectively address both the need for food and fuel alternatives. Algae "can replace fossil fuels, boost nutrition in foods and provide essential ingredients for vitamins, cosmetics and other life-enhancing products" (extracted on 24 March 2010 from http://www.aquaticenergy.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=68&Itemid=66). And algae can do this without producing pollution and toxins into our over-burdened systems.
Algae have other pluses as well. "Algae, like corn, soybeans, sugar cane and other crops, grows via
photosynthesis (meaning it absorbs carbon dioxide) and can be processed
into fuel oil. However, the slimy aquatic organisms yield 30 times more
energy per acre than land crops such as soybeans, according to the U.S.
Department of Energy. The reason: They have a simple cellular
structure, a lipid-rich composition and a rapid reproduction rate. Many
algae species also can grow in saltwater and other harsh conditions --
whereas soy and corn require arable land and fresh water that will be
in short supply as the world's population balloons" (extracted on 24 March 2010 from http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2008/01/03/AR2008010303907.html).
Ready to sign up for a bit of pond scum to fuel your ride and add protein to your smoothie? This could be a viable future as the carbon dioxides are absorbed. May we find even more ways to turn the scum in our lives into life-giving energy. May we rethink how we approach the supposedly undesirable in our lives.
Tomorrow will be about VSO. The leading indendent international development organisation that facilities volunteerism to fight poverty in developing countries. Followed by a story of amazing Grace who got her clothes from rummage sales, yet donated over $7,000,000 to her college alma mater. Definitely a story that will make you think twice.
In a world where food and fuel are constantly rising, the secret of algae is getting out. As one of the fastest-growing plants, affordable algae can effectively address both the need for food and fuel alternatives. Algae "can replace fossil fuels, boost nutrition in foods and provide essential ingredients for vitamins, cosmetics and other life-enhancing products" (extracted on 24 March 2010 from http://www.aquaticenergy.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=68&Itemid=66). And algae can do this without producing pollution and toxins into our over-burdened systems.
Ready to sign up for a bit of pond scum to fuel your ride and add protein to your smoothie? This could be a viable future as the carbon dioxides are absorbed. May we find even more ways to turn the scum in our lives into life-giving energy. May we rethink how we approach the supposedly undesirable in our lives.
Tomorrow will be about VSO. The leading indendent international development organisation that facilities volunteerism to fight poverty in developing countries. Followed by a story of amazing Grace who got her clothes from rummage sales, yet donated over $7,000,000 to her college alma mater. Definitely a story that will make you think twice.
Deone Benninghoven, M.S.M.
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