David M Mousdale

Biofuels

Biotechnology, Chemistry, and Sustainable Development

• Gebundenes Buch

Produktbeschreibung

Exploring the scientific underpinnings for the commercialization of lingo-cellulosic ethanol, this book begins with the historical context, examining the political and economic pressures that fostered the first large-scale production and use of bioethanol. The author provides an up-to-date account of the biotechnology and biochemical engineering and evaluates the actual and possible industrial processes for large-scale commercial production of ethanol, from monocultures and agricultural waste products. Focusing on those areas where technology meets the marketplace, the author discusses the implications for automobile engines, transportation costs, and the environment.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: CRC Press
• Seitenzahl: 424
• Erscheinungstermin: 4. Juni 2008
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 243mm x 159mm x 28mm
• Gewicht: 735g
• ISBN-13: 9781420051247
• ISBN-10: 1420051245
• Artikelnr.: 22607274

Autorenporträt

David M. Mousdale

Inhaltsangabe

Preface. Historical Development of Bioethanol as a Fuel. Chemistry,
Biochemistry, and Microbiology of Lignocellulosic Biomass. Biotechnology of
Bioethanol Production from Lignocellulosic Feedstocks. Biochemical
Engineering and Bioprocess Management for Fuel Ethanol. The Economics of
Bioethanol. Diversifying the Biofuels Portfolio. Radical Options for the
Development of Biofuels. Biofuels as Products of Integrated Bioprocesses.
Index.