Leo: Daily green

Look at issues deeply before you make any proclamations today. Sometimes a newly hyped green solution can end up doing more harm than good. The debate over biofuels, most notably ethanol, currently rages on. While ethanol serves as an alternative to fossil fuels, it's made from corn and sugarcane, which is used to feed both livestock and people in many countries. The demand for more ethanol could do more damage than good if more forests are cut down to make way for plantations. Get both sides of the story before jumping on your soapbox.