As the name implies, biofuels are fuels derived from organic material. Since they can be made in many ways, they are classified as 1st generation, 2nd generation, and 3rd generation.First generation bio-fuels are the more common fuels that are produced from food crops and animal fats. Some examples include bio-diesel, … Continue reading
Biogas production is achieved as the result of the controlled microbial breakdown of organic materials such as animal manures or food scraps in an anaerobic digester. An anaerobic digester is the name of the plant that makes the gas and is operated at a controlled temperature, pH and loading rate to encourage the growth of … Continue reading
Algae is growing, in ponds and in popularity. Exxon Mobile, the largest worldwide petroleum trader, announced July 14 that it is turning its focus to a more sustainable fuel industry: algae biofuel. Investigation is still in its early stages, but algae’s incredible production efficiency may prove more effective than other … Continue reading