Qatar: A Valuable Resource for Autochthonous Microalgae with High Potential for Biofuel Production and Food Security

2016 ◽  
Author(s):  
Imen Saadaoui ◽  
Touria Bounnit ◽  
Ghamza Al Ghazal ◽  
Hareb Al Jabri
Keyword(s):  
Food Security ◽  
High Potential ◽  
Biofuel Production ◽  
Valuable Resource

230 Microalgae as an Alternative Feed Protein: Opportunities and Challenges

2021 ◽  
Vol 99 (Supplement_3) ◽  
pp. 119-120
Author(s):  
Xingen Lei
Keyword(s):  
Food Security ◽  
Production Performance ◽  
Biofuel Production ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Production Volume ◽  
Food Protein ◽  
Microalgal Biomass ◽  
Global Food Security ◽  
Feed Protein ◽  
Global Food

Abstract A major mission of the animal industry is to help protect global food security with little or no impacts on climate and environment. In fact, the global food security depends on a sustainable protein production and supply. Currently, there is a direct competition between feed and food protein need. As animal feeds use 70–80% of the produced soybean, alternative proteins are required to sustain the industry. This presentation will report research findings from three large consortium projects in exploring the dual application of microalgae as a new generation of feedstock for biofuel production and high-quality feed protein supply. A comprehensive review will be provided on effects of supplemental full- or de-fatted microalgal biomass in diets for broiler chickens, laying hens, pigs, and fish on their production performance, nutrient metabolism and molecular responses, and health values of their products. Discussions will be given on practical concerns over the production cost related to soybean meal, the production volume/scale for a constant supply, and the biosafety and acceptance as a regular ingredient. Future research will be proposed to synchronize the nutritional, health, and sustainability potential of microalgae as a viable feed protein source.

Biofuel Production and Its Implications in a Transitive Low Carbon Development Country

2018 ◽  
pp. 71-88
Author(s):  
Constant Labintan ◽  
Harald Winkler ◽  
Abiodun Elijah Obayelu
Keyword(s):  
Food Security ◽  
Sugar Beet ◽  
Grain Sorghum ◽  
Payback Period ◽  
Organic Content ◽  
Biofuel Production ◽  
Low Carbon ◽  
Emission Level ◽  
Food And Beverage ◽  
A Priority

This chapter explains the implication of South Africa's transport fuel 2% blending. Using dry grain sorghum as feedstock with guaranteed food security has lower emission of 24.93kg/ha with emerging farmers who constituted 30% of the suppliers with a 3-year payback period. Using irrigated sorghum with food security as a priority has a relatively lower emission level of 11.47kg/ha from emerging farmers with a 9-year payback period. Using sugar beet has lower emission level of 0.12kg/ha with emerging farmers and a 3-year payback period. Soil organic content has significant influence on emissions from land use practices. Commercial sugar beet ethanol production caused high emission (4.84kg/ha) but has a short payback period of only 2 years which enhanced household food consumption by 12.5% and 31.50% under food security not a priority and food security as a priority, respectively. In all, grain sorghum food and beverage gross domestic product (GDP) increased, respectively, by 8%, 0.19%, and 0.23% under food security as not a priority, and increased by 20.83%, 0.44%, and 0.61% in opposite scenario, respectively.

Dunaliella sp. a Wild Algal Strain Isolated from the Sfax-Tunisia Solar Evaporating Salt-Ponds, a High Potential for Biofuel Production Purposes

2014 ◽  
Vol 8 (1) ◽  
pp. 27-34 ◽  
Author(s):  
Haifa Chtourou ◽  
Ines Dahmen ◽  
Ilem Hassairi ◽  
Slim Abdelkafi ◽  
Sami Sayadi ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
High Potential ◽  
Biofuel Production ◽  
Salt Ponds ◽  
Algal Strain

scholarly journals An Analysis of the Impacts of Bioenergy Development on Food Security in Nigeria: Challenges and Prospects

2019 ◽  
Vol 23 (1) ◽  
pp. 64-83 ◽  
Author(s):  
Saheed Matemilola ◽  
Isa O. Elegbede ◽  
Fatima Kies ◽  
Gbolahan A. Yusuf ◽  
Ganbobga N. Yangni ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Food Security ◽  
Food Policy ◽  
Policy Research ◽  
Clean Energy ◽  
Climatic Conditions ◽  
Biofuel Production ◽  
Four Dimensions ◽  
Environmental Consequences ◽  
Trade Offs ◽  
Exploratory Approach

Abstract Fossil fuel such as coal, natural gas, oil and recently shale gas are perhaps the most economically viable means for energy generation but are laden with inexhaustible environmental consequences. Thus, biofuel development has received tremendous support from all quarters in response to quest for energy security and clean energy. However, the rapid rate of development of bioenergy has also raised concern chiefly for its nexus with food security with some scholar considering it a disaster especially for countries in the global south. Due to her prime location along the equator, and the generally favourable climatic conditions all through the year, Nigeria is considered to have enormous potential for bioenergy development. Unfortunately, Nigeria is also highly ranked in the 2018 Global Hunger Index (GHI) of International Food Policy Research Institute (IFPRI). Rested mainly on exploratory approach, this study analyses the bioenergy potential of Nigeria and the implications of the fast-rising market on food security in the Nigerian context. Critical investigation on the food crop-bioenergy trade-offs was conducted while bioenergy development implications were analysed in the context of the four dimensions of food security. Lastly, mitigative measures to bioenergy development impacts were discussed and one key proposition is need to strengthen the second and third generation technology for biofuel production in Nigeria.

scholarly journals Exploring Availability of Seaweed for Biofuel Production in Bangladesh

2021 ◽  
pp. 91-100
Keyword(s):  
Swot Analysis ◽  
Developed Countries ◽  
High Potential ◽  
Raw Material ◽  
Biofuel Production ◽  
Advanced Technology ◽  
Technical Equipment ◽  
Alternative Source ◽  
Skilled Manpower ◽  
Specific Species

This paper aims to explore whether seaweeds from the Bay of Bengal are available for commercial biofuel production. Seaweeds provide various ecosystem services from marine ecosystems that can be utilized as food, cosmetics, fertilizers, industrial chemical, or biofuel. Other than diversified usefulness, seaweeds could be used in a running vehicle. It can be used as an alternative source of non-renewable energy along with a high potential to produce environment-friendly fuel for the next generations. Developed countries are utilizing seaweeds as essential resources of biofuel with advanced technology, machinery, and skilled manpower. From the physiography of the ocean of Bangladesh, it can be found that seaweeds have a high potential to produce biofuel from the coast and offshore areas. Among different types of seaweeds, biofuel can be produced from lipid & fatty acid, carbohydrate, or protein in them. Therefore, a sustainable SWOT analysis has been conducted to explore the availability and potential of seaweeds for biofuel production. To produce biofuel in Bangladesh due to the lack of investment, advanced technology, well-equipped machinery, and skilled manpower are still in shade. However, if investment and technical equipment are embraced for producing raw material (such as specific species of seaweeds) for the biofuel production those could be exported to the nearest market.

Evaluasi Kesesuaian Potensi Lahan Pertanian Pangan Berkelanjutan Terhadap Rencana Tata Ruang Wilayah

Tunas Agraria ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 3 (3) ◽  
Author(s):  
Rachman Andriawan ◽  
Rochmat Martanto ◽  
Slamet Muryono
Keyword(s):  
Land Use ◽  
Food Security ◽  
Agricultural Land ◽  
High Potential ◽  
Paddy Fields ◽  
Agricultural Area ◽  
Land Conversion ◽  
Spatial Approach

Agriculture is a strategic sector that has an important role in the economy and food security. However, from time to time agricultural land is increasingly eroded due to land conversion. This study aims to map the potential for LP2B in Magelang city as well as map the suitability of LP2B potential. The method used in this study is qualitative with a spatial approach to the determinant of LP2B potential variables by land use of paddy fields to produce LP2B Potential Maps in Magelang City and their conformity with the RTRW. Of all paddy fields covering 215,817 ha, 52.68% has high potential (K1); 41.7% potential (K2); and 5.62% less potential (K3). Paddy fields has conformity with LP2B and agricultural area K1: 37.59%; K2: 23.64%; K3: 4.36%. Paddy fields has discrepancy K1: 15.1%; K2: 18.06%; K3: 3.36%.

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