Most were ready to jump in. The oilseed nuts of the palm tree , a prevalent shrub in Kenya , could hold the key to cheap development of biofuels in the country . Croton oil was found to generate 78 % less CO₂ emissions than diesel , which is in widespread use in rural areas of the country . At present , Eco - Kenya buys the nuts from local farmers across the African nation , and is looking to garner support for the alternative fuel .
The oilseed nuts of the palm tree , a prevalent shrub in Kenya , could hold the key to cheap development of biofuels in the country . Croton oil was found to generate 78 % less CO₂ emissions than diesel , which is in widespread use in rural areas of the country . At present , Eco - Kenya buys the nuts from local farmers across the African nation , and is looking to garner support for the alternative fuel .