Read the few paragraphs below and answer questions that follow: leading investors have joined the growing chorus of concern about government and companies rushing into producing bio-fuels s a solution for global warming,saying that many involved in the sector could be jeopardizing future profits if they do not consider the long-term impact of what they are doing carefully. It is essential to build sustainability criteria into her supply chain of any green fuel project in order to ensure that there is no adverse effect on the surrounding environment and social structures .The report produced by the investors expresses concern that many companies may not be fully aware of the potential pitfalls in the bio-fuel sector. Production of corn and soya beans has increased dramatically in the last years an Eco-friendly alternative to fossil fuels but environment and human rights campaigners are worried that this will lead to destruction of rains forest.Food price could also go up as there is increased competition for crops as both foodstuffs and sources of fuel.last week, the UN warned that bio-fuels could have dangerous side effects and said that steps need to be taken to make sure that land converted to grow bio-fuels does not damage the environment or cause civil unrest.There is already great concern about palm oil, which is used in many foods in addition to being an important bio-fuels,as rain forests are being cleared in some countries and people driven from there homes to create palm oil plantations.An analyst and author of the investors report says that bio-fuels are not a cure for climate change but they can play their part as long as governments and companies manage the social and environment impacts thoroughly.There should also be greater measure taken to increase efficiency and to reduce demand. choose the correct set of words to fill in the blanks:___ are worried about the boom in bio-fuels.
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