Search for dissertations about: "biodiesel production"
Showing result 11 - 15 of 31 swedish dissertations containing the words biodiesel production.
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11. The potential of industrial hemp (Cannabis sativa L.) for biogas production
Abstract : Biofuels are currently produced from agricultural crops, and an increasing use of crops for this application is expected in the EU in the years to come. The dominating crops cultivated in the EU for biofuel production today have a relatively large environmental impact. READ MORE
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12. Conditions for resource-efficient production of biofuels for transport in Sweden
Abstract : Transportation has continued to increase worldwide and fossil-fuel dependency is strong which leads to a number of problems, e.g. increased emissions of green-house gases (GHG) and risks related to energy security. Biofuels have until now been one of the few renewable alternatives which have been able to replace fossil fuels on a large scale. READ MORE
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13. Autotrophic and heterotrophic culture of Nordic microalgae in wastewater for lipid production
Abstract : It is well established that society’s main means for producing energy, the combustion of fossil fuels, is unsustainable and contributes to global warming. Microalgae have high potential for the production of biodiesel and energy source that can at least partially replace fossil fuels. READ MORE
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14. Exploring synergies between the palm oil industry and bioenergy production in Indonesia
Abstract : Climate change along with increasing demand for food and fuel call for sustainable use of natural resources. One way to address these concerns is through efficient use of resources, which is also vital for the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals and the Paris Agreement. READ MORE
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15. High Cell Density Strategies and Adaptive Evolution for Microbial Propionic Acid Production
Abstract : Propionic acid (PA) is a naturally occurring short chain fatty acid produced by microbial fermentation of the indigestible foods in the intestine, having a positive effect on the gastrointestinal health. PA inhibits the growth of pathogenic bacteria and molds; hence it is widely used as preservative for food, feed and grains. READ MORE