Biodiesel: History of an innovation to keep the world moving

The history of biodiesel dates back to mid-19th century when transesterification of vegetable oils was discovered. It took another half century for the world to realize its potential as fuel. Through the 20th century, two World wars and other regional turmoil increased the quest for energy security...

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Main Authors: Narayanaganesh Balasubramanian, Katherine F Steward
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Firenze University Press 2019-11-01
Series:Substantia
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Online Access:https://riviste.fupress.net/index.php/subs/article/view/281