Recent evolutionary trends in the production of biofuels

Viability of non‐edible oilseed plants and agricultural wastes as feedstock for biofuels production: a techno‐economic review from an African perspective

“…113,114 Non-edible oilseed plants are generally found on wild and undersized terrain making them a strong competitor for overcoming the barrier of arable land competition. [115][116][117][118] On the other hand, agricultural wastes, being rich in carbohydrates, minerals, and proteins, 119,120 also have the potential to stimulate the efficient growth of microorganisms that might be exploited as feedstock in the production of third and fourth-generation biofuels. 121 Sub-Saharan countries often dispose of the enormous volumes of lignocellulosic residues generated by agricultural activities in an unsustainable manner by either burning them or dumping them in landfills, both of which are very detrimental to the environment.…”

“…Non‐edible oilseed plants and agricultural wastes have considerable potential to produce biofuels because they offer the competitive advantage of not requiring the use of land or water and are not directly associated with any issues with food security 113,114 . Non‐edible oilseed plants are generally found on wild and undersized terrain making them a strong competitor for overcoming the barrier of arable land competition 115–118 . On the other hand, agricultural wastes, being rich in carbohydrates, minerals, and proteins, 119,120 also have the potential to stimulate the efficient growth of microorganisms that might be exploited as feedstock in the production of third and fourth‐generation biofuels 121 .…”

Production of biodiesel: kinetics and reusability studies of the Mg–Al hydrotalcite catalyst using Jatropha oil

“…Its high flash point can be used in its pure form or blended with other fossil fuels (such as B20), making it safer to transport and handle than petroleum. [6][7][8] Researchers have developed several alternatives to fossil fuels due to the rising global population and the increasing energy demand. Biodiesel, which is produced from vegetable oils and has the potential to replace traditional fuels, has gained tremendous popularity as a viable alternative to fossil fuels.…”

“…Its high flash point can be used in its pure form or blended with other fossil fuels (such as B20), making it safer to transport and handle than petroleum. 6–8…”

Maximizing biodiesel yield of a non-edible chinaberry seed oil via microwave assisted transesterification process using response surface methodology and artificial neural network techniques

“…One such choice is biodiesel, a sustainable, clean-burning fuel that can be used in diesel engines and is generated from vegetable or animal-based sources. Biodiesel has drawn a lot of interest as a potential substitute for fossil fuels as it is advantageous to the environment and economy [ 6 ]. Compared to normal petroleum-based diesel fuel, it generates fewer greenhouse gases, is non-toxic, and biodegradable [ 7 ].…”