Introduction to Waste Algal Biomass-Based Energy Production

The promise of renewable energy sources to replace fossil fuels and lower greenhouse gas emissions has sparked a lot of research interest in biofuels made from organic wastes and biomass. Microalgae are a particularly interesting feedstock among biomass sources because of their high lipid content, quick productivity, and capacity to adapt to harsh settings. Microalgae, which use basic nutrients like sunlight and CO2, can grow in non-arable terrain and do not compete with terrestrial crops for food production. The economic viability of algae for the large-scale production of biofuels is further enhanced by their capacity to grow in a variety of conditions, including wastewater and sewage. Their exceptional capacity for photosynthetic efficiency and CO2 fixation renders them highly suitable for the generation of sustainable fuels.