Clean fuels, particularly biofuels, play a vital role in reducing greenhouse gas emissions and fostering sustainability in the energy sector. Derived from organic matter such as plants, algae, or agricultural waste, biofuels offer a renewable alternative to fossil fuels. Ethanol and biodiesel are prominent examples, produced from crops like corn, sugarcane, and soybeans, or from non-food sources like algae. These fuels release lower net carbon emissions since the plants used in their production absorb carbon dioxide during growth. Furthermore, biofuels contribute to energy security by diversifying fuel sources and decreasing reliance on imported oil. Despite challenges like land use competition and sustainability concerns, ongoing research aims to enhance biofuel efficiency and address environmental impacts, ensuring they remain a cornerstone of clean energy solutions.
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 : Hydrogen production from contaminated residual biomass: An integrated gasification and SEWGS process study
Enrico Paris, CREA-IT, Italy
Title : Application of vanadium and tantalum single-site zeolite catalysts in heterogeneous catalysis
Stanislaw Dzwigaj, Sorbonne University, France
Title : Robust MPPT-based design and simulation of integrated solar PV–hydrogen production systems
Elkhatib Kamal, Ecole Centrale de Nantes, France
Title : Green management of enterprises as a response to climate change
Dai Yeun Jeong, Asia Climate Change Education Center, Korea, Republic of
Title : Modeling of anaerobic biodegradation of organic waste
Ivan Simeonov, Institute of Microbiology St. Angeov Bulgarian Academy of Science, Bulgaria