Contents: 1. Introduction. 2. Alternative sources of energy. 3. Feasibility of producing biodiesel as diesel  substitute. 4. Production of biodiesel. 5. Blending of esters and diesel. 6. Storage of biodiesel. 7. Handling of biodiesel. 8. Analysis of technologies with reference to Indian resources and requirements. 9. Engine development and modifications. 10. Environmental and health effects of biodiesel. 11. Research and development issues. 12. Properties of biodiesel. 13. Material safety data sheet. 14. Marketing and trade. 15. Conclusion. 16. Biodiesel project report. 17. Bio-gas plant. 18. News in press about biodiesel. 19. Glycerine. 20. D1 Oil PLC of UK. 21. Cultivation of Jatropha curcas. 22. Oil bearing trees. 23. Types of lands where it can grow with advantage and potential of plantation. 24. Nursery raising and plantation. 25. Establishment of seed procurement cum oil extraction centers. 26. Business model for Jatropha plantation. 27. Institutes where research is going on about Jatropha. 28. News from press about Jatropha. 29. Carbon credit.

"While working form last 3 years to popularize biodiesel and Jatropha plantation in India. Author studied a lot of literature, and collected practical experience on the ground. It was found, by many who are working in this field, that a lot of misleading and exaggerated information is spread by marketing people. Therefore, he has collect correct information about all aspects of this and divided it in 29 chapters." (jacket)