Biodiesel Refining and Processing Strategies

Abstract

Because of the rapid growth of sustainable energy, energy technologies have garnered a lot of interest. Biodiesel has been recognised as a sustainable means of reducing reliance on fossil fuels and a solution to address the rising problem of global climate change policy. The monoalkyl esters of vegetable oils or animal fats are referred to as biodiesel. In comparison to petroleum-based diesel, biodiesel would provide benefits of non-toxicity, biodegradability, better air quality after combustion owing to reduced harmful emissions, energy security, and safety to handle, store, and transport, among others. The goal of this book is to explore the science in this field and educate the reader on a wide range of technologies for converting third and fourth-generation feedstocks to sustainable advanced biodiesels. The key sections address the overview of biodiesel production, technologies, innovative technologies for the latest generation of biodiesels, and socioeconomic and life cycle analysis of advanced biodiesel. In recent years, the advanced biorefinery idea has received a lot of interest as a model of decentralised production of advanced biodiesels, especially in rural regions. Such decentralised, small-to-medium scale biorefineries seem to have the most promise for expanding biodiesel production and hastening rural economic revival. Acquiring fresh scientific information and quickly integrating new knowledge and experience into plans and activities are critical in the renewable energy sector's dynamics. It is vital to equip experts, policymakers, and the general public with relevant and timely information so that they may make educated choices.