| Title |
Algal biodiesel in Lithuania: from promise to reality |
| Authors |
Felneris, Mantas ; Raslavičius, Laurencas |
| DOI |
10.1016/j.proeng.2016.01.046 |
| Full Text |
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| Is Part of |
Procedia engineering: Transbaltica 2015: proceedings of the 9th international scientific conference,7-8 May 2015, Vilnius Gediminas Technical University, Vilnius, Lithuania / edited by V. Bartulis, I. Yatskiv (Jackiva), N. Batarlienė.. Amsterdam : Elsevier. 2016, vol. 134, p. 109-113.. ISSN 1877-7058 |
| Keywords [eng] |
algae ; biodiesel ; renewables ; internal combustion engines |
| Abstract [eng] |
The search for alternative fuel sources of inorganic origin, their adaptation and promotion emerged as one of the key focus areas worldwide, which could bring positive effect on lowering down the fossil fuel prices and solving the environmental problems. Algal biodiesel intended for use in the vehicles is among the solutions for the transport sector. In this article, we made an overview of biodiesel investigation in Lithuania over 11 years. Algae are the third generation biofuel form with high production perspective. This microorganism can be found almost everywhere even in Arctic. Algae can be counted as 55 000 species organism with great number of growth and quantities of biomass per unit. Possibilities and challenges of biodiesel from algae in Lithuania have been analysed. Application and compatibility of algae biodiesel in internal combustion engine has been investigated. Many advantages of biodiesel have been presented as well as some disadvantages were found. |
| Published |
Amsterdam : Elsevier |
| Type |
Conference paper |
| Language |
English |
| Publication date |
2016 |
| CC license |
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