Jim Phelps, a member of the GWTF, provided an interesting glimpse of an alternative energy source at our Aug. 1st meeting. Ever heard of Hemp? Not the kind you smoke (if you ever did), but the kind that you use to make ropes, etc.  It seems that the seeds can be processed to produce oil. And, this oil can be processed to make fuel to power cars and trucks. And, according to Jim, it could be a realistic alternative fuel that would help solve our country's dependence upon fossil fuels.

Here are some links that tend to support Jim's contention:

Hemp considered as alternative fuel source
University of TN Student Newspaper

Hemp; Many possibilities as an alternative crop
Montana State University Communications Services

$30,000 Report Commissioned By NC Legislature
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James Woolsey (National Commission on Energy Policy), Hemp Advocate