I've heard of "Green Tambourine," in fact I'm humming it now. But Green Gasoline?
Apparently, it isn't the oxymoron it seems to be. According to this week's issue of Chemistry & Sustainability, Energy & Materials, a University of Massachusetts-Amhurst professor and 2 graduate students have discovered a way to convert plant cellulose into gasoline components. The new fuel is reportedly exactly the same as the gasoline we're using today, but it's made from switchgrass and poplar trees instead of oil.
With Earth Day quickly approaching, why not plant some poplar trees? You can order some free from the Arbor Day foundation. Who knows, you might be able to ride them to work some day.
