Microalgae are measured in micron. They are tiny, about 10 times smaller than a single human hair. However, the need for a microscope becomes superfluous when it comes to visualizing…
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Maersk funds research to develop lignin as alternative marine fuel source
Shipping giant Maersk has announced an investment into two biomass research to reduce its bunker fuel consumption. The two projects will focus on realizing the marine fuel potential through one…
The SUPERGEN Bioenergy Hub a focal point for UK bioenergy research
The SUPERGEN Bioenergy Hub is a new research hub bringing together the UK’s academic, industrial and policy communities to accelerate the deployment of sustainable bioenergy. The hub is a collaborative…
Aston University bioenergy expert appointed Fraunhofer director
A leading expert in the field of renewable energy has been announced as the new director of the Institute branch Sulzbach-Rosenberg of Fraunhofer UMSICHT in Bavaria, Germany. Professor Andreas Hornung,…
The dawn of commercial torrefaction
Torrefaction is a mild pyrolysis process (250-350°C) in many aspects resembling the roasting of coffee beans. Done right, the biomass is refined into a higher value “instant coffee-like” product,…
The global biomass resource
Using biomass to provide energy services is promoted by many governments globally as a means to combat rising energy prices, support rural development and help mitigate climate change. Biomass is…
Biofuels and land use change
This post is based on an article by Robert Edwards, Luisa Marelli, Declan Mulligan, and Monica Padella, EC JRC published in June 2012 in BE-Sustainable Magazine. A set of…
Reeds will help us meet our energy needs
This post is based on an article by David Chiaramonti, CREAR and Arianna Giovannini, Chemtex published in April 2012 in BE-Sustainable Magazine. Background Ligno-cellulosic ethanol can play a key role…