Algae Energy: Algae as a New Source of Biodiesel

By Ayhan Demirbas and Muhammet Fatih Demirbas

Book Overview

Algae Energy covers the production of algae culture and the usage of algal biomass conversion products. It also reviews modern biomass-based transportation fuels, including biodiesel, bio-oil, biomethane and biohydrogen.

Each chapter opens with fundamental explanations suitable for those with a general interest in algae energy and goes on to provide in-depth scientific details for more expert readers. Algae energy is discussed within the wider context of green energy, with chapters covering topics such as: green energy facilities, algae technology, energy from algae and biodiesel from algae.

Algae Energy addresses the needs of energy researchers, chemical engineers, fuel and environmental engineers, postgraduate and advanced undergraduate students, and others interested in a practical tool for pursuing their interest in bio-energy.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1849960496
• ISBN13: 9781849960496
• Release Date: June 2010
• Publisher: Springer
• Length: 200 Pages
• Weight: 1.05 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.1" x 9.2"