Microalgae-based biodiesel production and its challenges and future opportunities: A review
The rapid depletion of fossil fuel reserves and rising greenhouse gas (GHGs) emissions have necessitated research into low-cost renewable energy sources, with a focus on algal-derived biofuels. Biodiesel, a sustainable alternative fuel, can be derived from a variety of biological sources Microalgae-...
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| description | The rapid depletion of fossil fuel reserves and rising greenhouse gas (GHGs) emissions have necessitated research into low-cost renewable energy sources, with a focus on algal-derived biofuels. Biodiesel, a sustainable alternative fuel, can be derived from a variety of biological sources Microalgae-based biodiesel production offers an innovative method of generating renewable and sustainable energy. By utilizing advanced cultivation techniques, such as photobioreactors and open pond systems, microalgae can be grown efficiently and in large quantities. Furthermore, various methods, such as lipid extraction and transesterification, are employed to convert the lipid-rich microalgae biomass into biodiesel. However, to make microalgae-based biodiesel production more cost-effective and sustainable, several challenges need to be addressed, such as higher production costs, reduced productivity rates, and potential environmental impacts. Future opportunities lie in creating cost-effective and sustainable methods for cultivating and harvesting microalgae, improving lipid yields, and creating effective conversion methods. Overall, microalgae-based biodiesel production shows promise as a renewable and sustainable energy source. However, further research and development must take place to realize its full potential and reap its rewards. |
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| spelling | doaj.art-fd5b62f8e9044c399fe5bf099f03a5122024-01-25T05:25:04ZengKeAi Communications Co., Ltd.Green Technologies and Sustainability2949-73612024-01-0121100060Microalgae-based biodiesel production and its challenges and future opportunities: A reviewKumar Gaurav0Krishna Neeti1Reena Singh2Department of Civil Engineering, National Institute of Technology Patna, Ashok Rajpath, Patna 800005, IndiaDepartment of Civil Engineering, National Institute of Technology Patna, Ashok Rajpath, Patna 800005, IndiaCorresponding author.; Department of Civil Engineering, National Institute of Technology Patna, Ashok Rajpath, Patna 800005, IndiaThe rapid depletion of fossil fuel reserves and rising greenhouse gas (GHGs) emissions have necessitated research into low-cost renewable energy sources, with a focus on algal-derived biofuels. Biodiesel, a sustainable alternative fuel, can be derived from a variety of biological sources Microalgae-based biodiesel production offers an innovative method of generating renewable and sustainable energy. By utilizing advanced cultivation techniques, such as photobioreactors and open pond systems, microalgae can be grown efficiently and in large quantities. Furthermore, various methods, such as lipid extraction and transesterification, are employed to convert the lipid-rich microalgae biomass into biodiesel. However, to make microalgae-based biodiesel production more cost-effective and sustainable, several challenges need to be addressed, such as higher production costs, reduced productivity rates, and potential environmental impacts. Future opportunities lie in creating cost-effective and sustainable methods for cultivating and harvesting microalgae, improving lipid yields, and creating effective conversion methods. Overall, microalgae-based biodiesel production shows promise as a renewable and sustainable energy source. However, further research and development must take place to realize its full potential and reap its rewards.http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2949736123000532Biodiesel productionChallengesOpportunitiesSustainable |
| spellingShingle | Kumar Gaurav Krishna Neeti Reena Singh Microalgae-based biodiesel production and its challenges and future opportunities: A review Green Technologies and Sustainability Biodiesel production Challenges Opportunities Sustainable |
| title | Microalgae-based biodiesel production and its challenges and future opportunities: A review |
| title_full | Microalgae-based biodiesel production and its challenges and future opportunities: A review |
| title_fullStr | Microalgae-based biodiesel production and its challenges and future opportunities: A review |
| title_full_unstemmed | Microalgae-based biodiesel production and its challenges and future opportunities: A review |
| title_short | Microalgae-based biodiesel production and its challenges and future opportunities: A review |
| title_sort | microalgae based biodiesel production and its challenges and future opportunities a review |
| topic | Biodiesel production Challenges Opportunities Sustainable |
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