Energy is one of the most important commodities in today’s world to ensure economic development of a country. Due to decreasing reserves of conventional fossil fuels and their high environmental risks, countries have been looking for alternative sources of energy.
Based on results of long term research in the Czech Republic and foreign countries, industrial hemp has appeared to be a promising energy crop. Industrial hemp has been suggested by various researchers for production of biodiesel, bioethanol, biogas and also briquettes for household heating. Uniqueness of hemp consists in its ability to yield more than other energy crops and with a shorter grow time. Hemp is also suitable for crop rotation due to its phytoremediation characteristics.
