Feedstock refers to the raw materials used in the production of biofuels, playing a crucial role in determining the sustainability and efficiency of biofuel processes. Various organic materials serve as feedstocks for biofuel production, including crops like corn, sugarcane, soybeans, and switchgrass, as well as agricultural and forestry residues, and even algae. The choice of feedstock impacts factors such as land use, greenhouse gas emissions, and food production. Sustainable feedstock selection and cultivation practices are essential to ensure that biofuel production remains environmentally responsible and socially beneficial. Continued research and development efforts aim to identify and optimize feedstock options that minimize environmental impact, enhance energy security, and promote economic viability, driving the transition to a more sustainable energy future.
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