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		magic_smoke_ee on Jan 17, 2025 \| parent \| context \| favorite \| on: Device uses wind to create ammonia out of air 1/3 the energy density of diesel and way more dangerous to lives and property.

smaudet on Jan 17, 2025 [–]

Some quick research suggest, though, that the production of biodiesel is far more intensive (algae/oil farms are needed, then a process of procurement, production), and not without its own environmental concerns.

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