The potential of algae-based biofuels & bioproducts lies in their ability to generate high lipid yields with minimal resource consumption. Unlike terrestrial crops, microalgae can thrive in diverse environments, including saline and wastewater, making them a sustainable biofuel source. Advances in genetic engineering and cultivation techniques are enhancing lipid accumulation for biodiesel and bioethanol production. Beyond fuels, algae contribute to bioproducts such as bioplastics, pharmaceuticals, and animal feed, increasing their commercial viability. Scalable photobioreactors and innovative harvesting methods are addressing cost challenges, making algae-based biofuels a promising alternative. With ongoing research into strain selection and metabolic engineering, the commercialization of algae-derived energy solutions is steadily advancing.
Title : Mixed Culture Fermentation (MCF) for Sustainable Lactic Acid Production for Polylactic Acid (PLA)
Arindam Chakraborty, Natures Principles, India
Title : A strategic technological roadmap for the future of biodiesel: Catalytic innovation and process intensification.
Suzana Borschiver, Federal University of Rio de Janeiro, UFRJ, Brazil
Title : Biofuel production from waste plastics
Delia Teresa Sponza, Dokuz Eylul University, Turkey
Title : Rethinking the iLUC factor in sustainable aviation fuels
Jorge Antonio Hilbert, Energy and Environmental Consulting Services, Argentina
Title : Hydrogen production from contaminated residual biomass: An integrated gasification and SEWGS process study
Enrico Paris, CREA-IT, Italy
Title : Robust MPPT-based design and simulation of integrated solar PV–hydrogen production systems
Elkhatib Kamal, Ecole Centrale de Nantes, France