Feasibility of Biodiesel Production in Pakistan

Abstract

Pakistan's energy is mainly dependent on the imported fossil fuels as the explored fossil fuels of the country are insufficient to meet the country's current energy needs. Meanwhile, these fossil fuels have negative environmental consequences and are too expensive to electrify remote areas. To address the country's serious energy shortages, Pakistan's Alternative Energy Development Board (AEDB) has suggested to introduce energy mix to meet the increasing energy demand and fuel the economy. Renewable energy endorsing unique environmentally friendly nature, constant supply, wider availability and ease of integration into existing infrastructure. Biodiesel is considered the best and most easily accessible source of energy among all renewable energy resources. However, there is still substantial room for development of renewable energies in Pakistan. This literature review examines the availability of biomass resources in Pakistan and their potential for meeting the country's rapidly growing energy demand, boosting Country economy and creates new employments in the near future.