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Researchers demonstrate sustainable integrated process for wastewater algae to biocrude via hydrothermal liquefaction

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A team at the University of Kansas has demonstrated the feasibility of an integrated wastewater algae-to-biocrude process using hydrothermal liquefaction (HTL) that can sustainably cultivate algal biomass for biofuel production. Flow diagram of the solvent extraction and product recovery method used. Credit: ACS, Roberts et al. carbon, 10.1%

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Are Autonomous Buses the Answer for Efficient Transportation and Reducing Emissions and Fuel Consumption?

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Moreover, technological innovations have helped lower the overall costs of cars while disposable income in many countries has increased. In 2015, the one-year pilot program, Bridj, created a “microtransit” hybrid of ride-hailing and bus service in Kansas City. Thus, the private car will likely continue to reign supreme.

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Perspective: Regional Greenhouse Gas Cap-and-Trade Programs May be the Solution

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states (Illinois, Iowa, Kansas, Michigan, Minnesota, and Wisconsin) and one Canadian province (Manitoba). Factors Determining Abatement Costs. The marginal costs of reducing (or abating) emissions depend on technological, behavioral, and policy-related factors. Coverage: In 2012–50% of emissions. In 2015–nearly 90% of emissions.

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