Controversy Surrounds The Use Of The Jatropha Plant

There is controversy surrounding some proponents of Biodiesel. A number of people think that the use of Jatropha as a green fuel plant may be the answer for those who live in the more arid areas of the world. while it is true that the Jatropha plant has the ability to grow in areas that don't support many other crops, there are downsides to be wary of as well (as detailed in this, one of many letters-to-the-editor written around the world).