Biosystems

Design for sustainable fisheries
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Design for sustainable fisheries—Modeling fishery economics

Returning fish stocks to sustainable levels involves difficult trade-offs. This report outlines a methodology to think through the options for fisheries.more

article | McKinsey Quarterly

Four lessons for transforming African agriculture

To succeed, African countries must narrow their focus and target high-impact projects. more

The ethanol challenge
article | McKinsey Quarterly

The ethanol challenge for the United States

The U.S. biofuels industry must address midstream ethanol distribution bottlenecks if it hopes to deliver next-generation ethanol in a cost-effective manner. more

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Biomass: Fueling the next era of power generation in Europe

To achieve the European Union's renewable-energy goals, generators will have to take a more active role in mobilizing supplies and shaping the regulatory framework. (PDF–406 KB) more

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Betting on biofuels

The industry is still in its infancy but evolving rapidly. Companies that hope to compete must devise their entry strategy now. more

Unlocking energy efficiency in the U.S. economy
article | McKinsey Quarterly

Positioning Brazil for biofuels success

Brazil's ethanol industry is well positioned for growth, but surging demand will challenge the industry. more

The next environmental issue for business: McKinsey Global Survey results
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The next environmental issue for business: McKinsey Global Survey results

As with climate change a few years ago, executives are now beginning to recognize the importance of biodiversity for their future strategies. Many are also discovering business opportunities, not just threats. more