Feedstock-based Bioethanol Fuels. II. Waste Feedstocks: Agricultural, Food, Industrial, Urban, Forestry, and Lignocellulosic Waste-based Bioethanol Fuels

This article covers various methods of producing bioethanol fuel from biomass, including waste, algae, syngas, and other biomass sources. It also discusses case studies on CO2 electroreduction and hydrogenation and water hyacinth-based bioethanol fuel production.

Format: Hardback
Length: 380 pages
Publication date: 22 December 2023
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

Bioethanol is a renewable fuel derived from biomass, such as plants, agricultural waste, and municipal solid waste. It can be produced through various processes, including fermentation, gasification, and hydrolysis. One of the most promising methods for algal bioethanol fuel production is through the use of macroalgae, microalgae, and cyanobacteria. Macroalgae, such as seaweed, can be grown in large quantities and have a high biomass yield. Microalgae, on the other hand, are smaller and require less space and resources to grow. Cyanobacteria, such as Synechocystis, are photosynthetic and can produce large amounts of biomass.

Algal bioethanol fuel production offers several advantages over traditional fossil fuels. Firstly, it is a renewable resource, meaning it can be replenished indefinitely. Secondly, algal bioethanol production does not release harmful greenhouse gases, such as carbon dioxide, into the atmosphere. Thirdly, algal bioethanol can be produced using waste materials, such as municipal solid waste, agricultural waste, and food waste, reducing the amount of waste that goes to landfills.

There are several methods for algal bioethanol fuel production, including open pond culture, closed photobioreactor systems, and integrated biorefinery systems. Open pond culture is the most common method, where algal cells are grown in open ponds exposed to sunlight. Closed photobioreactor systems are more efficient and can produce higher yields of algal biomass. Integrated biorefinery systems combine algal bioethanol production with other processes, such as waste-to-energy conversion and biochar production.

Sludge, solid waste, food waste, agricultural waste, and straw/stover-based bioethanol fuel production are other methods for producing bioethanol. Sludge is a by-product of wastewater treatment, and it can be used to produce bioethanol through fermentation. Solid waste, such as plastic and paper, can be converted into bioethanol through gasification and hydrolysis. Food waste, agricultural waste, and straw/stover can be used to produce bioethanol through fermentation or gasification.

Case studies on CO2 electroreduction and hydrogenation and water hyacinth-based bioethanol fuel production are also included in this article. CO2 electroreduction is a process where CO2 is converted into ethanol through an electrical reaction. Hydrogenation is a process where hydrogen is added to bioethanol to increase its energy content. Water hyacinth-based bioethanol fuel production is a promising method for producing bioethanol in developing countries, where water hyacinth is a common invasive species.

In conclusion, algal bioethanol fuel production is a promising method for producing renewable and sustainable fuel. It offers several advantages over traditional fossil fuels, including renewable resource, greenhouse gas emissions reduction, and waste reduction. Algal bioethanol production can be produced through various methods, including open pond culture, closed photobioreactor systems, and integrated biorefinery systems. Sludge, solid waste, food waste, agricultural waste, and straw/stover-based bioethanol fuel production are other methods for producing bioethanol. Case studies on CO2 electroreduction and hydrogenation and water hyacinth-based bioethanol fuel production are also included in this article.

Weight: 900g
Dimension: 254 x 178 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032127545