Author : Hardev S. Sandhu
Publisher : Burleigh Dodds Science: Instan
ISBN 13 : 9781801462907
Total Pages : pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (629 download)
Book Synopsis Instant Insights: Using Crops as Biofuel by : Hardev S. Sandhu
Download or read book Instant Insights: Using Crops as Biofuel written by Hardev S. Sandhu and published by Burleigh Dodds Science: Instan. This book was released on 2022-03-15 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This collection features five peer-reviewed literature reviews on using crops as biofuel. The first chapter reviews the key issues and challenges faced when expanding sugarcane cultivation for bioenergy, primarily, competition with food crops, loss of biodiversity, water, air and soil pollution, as well as a potential increase in pest problems. The second chapter describes current technologies and constraints of biodiesel production, including the need for a consistent supply of feedstock to ensure a sustainable biodiesel industry. The chapter also examines life cycle assessment (LCA) of canola/rapeseed biodiesel production. The third chapter addresses the sustainability of biofuels derived from palm oil and discusses the impact of their production on our ecosystems. The chapter also reviews the economics of biofuel and the levels of governmental support needed for sustainable production. The fourth chapter examines the potential of varying grassland types for biomass production. The chapter details the options for use of grassland biomass, citing its suitability for combustion, pyrolysis, biorefining and for use in bioenergy applications. The final chapter reviews best agronomic practices for increasing overall biomass output in the face of pressing environmental changes. It also utilises the LCA framework to review strategies for crop improvement, such as intercropping and crop rotations. What is an Instant Insight? An Instant Insight gives you immediate access to key research on a topic, allowing you to get right to the heart of a subject in an instant and empowering you to contribute to sustainable agriculture.