Biofuels, a pivotal component of renewable energy, are derived from organic materials like plants and animals. They offer a promising alternative to fossil fuels, mitigating greenhouse gas emissions and reducing dependence on non-renewable resources. One of the most commonly used biofuels is ethanol, typically produced from crops such as corn or sugarcane. Biodiesel, another prominent biofuel, is derived from oils found in plants like soybeans or palm. These biofuels can be utilized in transportation, electricity generation, and heating, contributing to a more sustainable energy landscape. However, concerns regarding land use competition, food security, and environmental impacts necessitate careful management and technological advancements in the biofuel industry to ensure its long-term viability as a renewable energy source.
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