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USC team develops highly efficient catalyst system for converting CO2 to methanol; 79% yield from CO2 captured from air

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They recycled the catalyst over five runs without significant loss of activity (turnover number > 2000). Of course it won’t compete with oil today, at around $30 per barrel. We will run out of oil and gas, but the sun will be there for another five billion years. CO 2 capture from air and conversion to CH 3 OH.

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Viral Genetics Appoints John Sheehan to Advisory Board to Accelerate Biofuel Work

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Karen Newell discovered a method of increasing the amount of oil produced by algae while researching a cancer drug. Our team believes through preliminary work that we have uncovered a possible lipid trigger that dramatically increases oil yields in plants. —Dr. Biotech drug therapy company Viral Genetics, Inc., John Sheehan.

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Smith School lifecycle study highlights importance for algae-derived biodiesel of co-product utilization and optimizing and decarbonizing every step of the supply chain

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times as energy intensive to produce as conventional diesel, which restricts the current financial and environmental feasibility of algae production, according to a new life cycle analysis by a team from the Smith School of Enterprise and the Environment, University of Oxford. Energy Environ. tons/ha/year). They noted that an EBR of 1.2

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Updated Life Cycle Analysis of Soybean Production and Products Show Environmental Improvements

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A key objective was to update life cycle inventory (LCI) databases for soybean production and processing as well as conversion into four key soy-derived feedstocks (methyl soyate, soy lube base stock, soy polyol, and soy resin) used in fuel and industrial products. kilograms per 1,000 kilograms of oil produced to 2.96 kg (for the 3.36

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UNEP Report Calls for More Sophisticated Approach to Developing Biofuels; Limitations of Current LCA Studies

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A far more sophisticated approach needs to be taken when developing biofuels as an environmentally-friendly energy option, according to a new report by the United Nations Environment Programme’s (UNEP) International Panel for Sustainable Resource Management. The highest variations are observed for biodiesel from palm oil and soya.

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EIA Annual Energy Outlook explores implications of behavior and demographics on light-duty vehicle energy demand

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million barrels of of oil equivalent per day—and represented nearly 10% of world petroleum liquids consumption. The Low VMT case assumes an environment in which travel choices made by drivers result in lower demand for personal vehicle travel, consistent with the recent trend. million barrels of oil equivalent per day in 2040.

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Mercedes-Benz powering ahead with €3B strategic engine initiative; increasing electrification, 48V; diesel and gasoline; cylinder deactivation

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The stepped bowl has a positive effect on the combustion process, the thermal loading of critical areas of the pistons and the introduction of soot into the engine oil. From its 3982 cc displacement, the new V8 biturbo produces more than 350 kW (476 hp) with a maximum torque of around 700 Nm from 2000 rpm.

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