Low-carbon energy solutions play a crucial role in mitigating climate change, and biofuels and bioenergy are at the forefront of this shift. Derived from renewable organic materials such as plants, agricultural residues, and algae, biofuels like ethanol and biodiesel offer a cleaner alternative to conventional fossil fuels. They help lower greenhouse gas emissions and improve energy security by reducing reliance on oil imports. Bioenergy, generated from biomass, can be used for heating, electricity, and transportation, providing versatile applications across sectors. With advancements in technology, second-generation biofuels produced from non-food crops and waste materials further improve sustainability by minimizing land use and avoiding competition with food supply. Embracing biofuels and bioenergy as part of a diverse energy mix can accelerate the transition to a low-carbon economy, driving economic growth while preserving the environment.
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