Bamboo is being hailed as a new super material, with uses ranging from textiles to construction. It also has the potential to absorb large amounts of carbon dioxide, the biggest greenhouse gas, and provide some of the world's poorest people with cash.
steve: I distinctly remember my dad giving me lectures about the benefits of Bamboo like 20 years ago.too bad he didn't design and market the idea any better... or he could have been super rich from the super stuff.