Analysis of the potential and characteristics of Nipa (Nypa fruticans) as a sustainable biofuel alternative source in Indonesia
Cahyo Purnomo Prasetyo,
Agus Jatnika Effendi,
Mochammad Chaerul
Abstract:A sustainable energy source, one that doesn’t compete with food production, is crucial for enhancing national energy independence. This study assesses the feasibility of Nipa palm (Nypa fruticans) as a biofuel source in Indonesia. The research involved vegetation and laboratory analyses to determine Nipa palm’s potential for biofuel production. The results revealed a Nipa density of 3,167 trees ha-1 with a mesocarp yield of 3.99 tons ha-1 and sap yield of 177.35 kL ha-1. The mesocarp contains 39.37% carbohydra… Show more
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