WashU researchers to develop energy-efficient process to convert waste gases into biofuel

A tanker equipped with storage for liquified petroleum gas could also accommodate potential diesel replacement dimethyl ether (DME). Photo: Shutterstock. / SOURCE: WashU

February 14, 2025

BY Washington University in St. Louis

New study shows miscanthus’ greater potential for productivity, economic returns

By Iowa State University

December 30, 2024

Business Research

New research at Iowa State University shows that using advanced planting techniques can triple the amount of biomass produced by the perennial, bioenergy crop miscanthus in its establishment year.

By Oak Ridge National Laboratory

November 25, 2024

Research Business

Using technology developed by researchers working with ORNL’s Center for Bioenergy and Dartmouth College, Terragia Biofuel is targeting commercial biofuel production, including ethanol, from lignocellulose.

By Washington State University

August 30, 2024

Biogas Research

The Washington State Conservation Commission has awarded researchers from Washington State University Tri-Cities $200,000 to test a new process for managing manure that could significantly boost biogas production.

By U.S. Department of Energy

August 23, 2024

Chemicals Research

NREL researchers see a realistic path forward to the manufacture of bio-derivable wind blades that can be chemically recycled and the components reused, ending the practice of old blades winding up in landfills at the end of their useful life.

By Lynn Wendt, Laboratory Relationship Manager, Idaho National Laboratory

August 23, 2024

Feedstocks Research

Idaho National Laboratory is exploring the potential of processing sargassum, a type of seeweed, for conversion to biofuel. The team is working with affected communities and starting with the question of how to store the stuff.

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