Green Approach on Alternative Fuel for Sustainable Future addresses the advancement of biological and biochemical technologies in context to alternative fuel synthesis. This book emphasizes and discusses the technology involved and development on the status of alternative fuel production and related aspects, including biofuel production. The potential uses of waste material to turn them into wealth, as alternative energy sources also been discussed. The extended and detailed content of the book also covers the promising uses of microalgae treatment to produce biofuel. By not being limited to the biological aspect the book also discusses and explores the perspective of green chemistry for energy production.
By adding policy and commercialization, the book provides comprehensive information, from lab to field, with extensive illustrations, case studies, summary tables and up-to-date references.
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Table of Contents
1. Policies of Biofuel for commercializationMihir Kumar Purkait
2. Life Cycle Assessment of Biofuels derived from Mahua (Madhuca Species) Flowers and Seeds: Key Issues and Perspectives
Ramesh C. Ray
3. Generation of biofuels from rice straw and its future perspectives
SATARUPA DEY
4. Prospects of rice straw for sustainable production of biofuels: Current trends and challenges
Ritesh Pattnaik
5. Biofuel Production from Algal Biomass: Technologies and opportunities addressing global energy crisis
Ritesh Pattnaik
6. Bioenergy Production from algae: Biomass Sources and Applications
Mostafa El-Sheekh
7. Microbial bioprospecting of crude glycerol waste derived from biodiesel industry in to value added products
Dr. Hiren Patel
8. Microalgae-based biofuel synthesis
Mostafa El-Sheekh
9. A plausible scenario for the third generation of biofuels from microalgae
H�ctor A. Ruiz
10. Microalgae as a promising feedstock for biofuel production
Mostafa El-Sheekh
11. Thermo Chemical Conversion and its Modeling Studies of Biomass into Valuable Products
R. Saravanathamizhan
12. Rice Straw for Biofuel Production
Pranjal Pratim Das
13. Biofuel Production from Algal Biomass
Pranjal Pratim Das
14. Microalgae biofuels: Promising substitute and renewable energy
Indu Chauhan
15. Biofuel Production by Catalysis
Vivek Sharma
16. Potential of lignin as biofuel substrate
Hitesh Pawar
17. Bio-Hydrogen Production from Dark Fermentation of Lignocellulosic Biomass
Hitesh Pawar
18. Numerical insight into methanol sono-conversion for hydrogen recovery
Slimane Merouani
19. Upscaling of LaNi5-based metal hydride reactor for solid-state hydrogen storage: Numerical simulation of the absorption-desorption cyclic processes
Slimane Merouani
20. Oleaginous microbes for biodiesel production using lignocellulosic biomass as feedstock
Ranjit Gurav
21. An insight into rice straw-based biofuel production
Anil Kumar Verma
22. Biofuel: Sources, Extraction, Determination
Naga Raju Maddela
23. BIOMASS WASTE AND FEEDSTOCK AS A RENEWABLE SOURCE OF ENERGY
Naga Raju Maddela
24. Bioenergy and beyond: Sources, Research, and Advances on Biorefinery processes
Helen Treichel
25. Endemic microalgae biomass for use within the biorefinery concept
H�ctor A. Ruiz
26. Microalgae Biomass: A model of a sustainable third-generation biorefinery
H�ctor A. Ruiz
27. Hydrogen production a critical review
H�ctor A. Ruiz
28. Algal biofuel production using wastewater: A sustainable approach
Sougata Ghosh
29. Bioethanol production from rice straw
Hamid Mukhtar
30. Algal Bio-energy The Fuel for Tomorrow
Elham Mahmoud Ali
31. Plant based biofuels-an overview
Shalini Singh
32. Bioenergy: Biomass Sources, Production and Applications
Indu Sharma I
33. Bioprospecting microalgae for biofuel synthesis: gateway to sustainable energy
Juliana Heloisa Pin� Am�rico-Pinheiro
34. Techno-Economic Analysis of Biofuel Production From Agricultural Residues Through Pyrolysis
Remya Neelancherry
35. Different Methods to synthesize biodiesel
Juan Carlos Moreno Piraj�n Sr.
Authors
Maulin P. Shah Environmental Microbiology Consultant, Gujarat, India. Dr. Maulin P. Shah is a distinguished environmental scientist, academician, and globally recognized expert in the fields of environmental biotechnology and sustainablewastewater treatment. He has made significant contributions to advancing eco-friendly
technologies for pollution control, particularly through innovative biological treatment processes. Dr. Shah holds extensive academic and research experience, with a strong focus on
industrial wastewater treatment, bioremediation, and microalgae-based technologies. His work emphasizes the integration of sustainability principles with practical engineering solutions, helping industries reduce their environmental footprint.
Remarkably, Dr. Shah has edited over 300+ books covering a wide spectrum of cutting-edge domains, including industrial wastewater microbiology, bioremediation, biodegradation, algal biotechnology, biofuel, bioenergy, circular economy, metagenomics related to wastewater treatment, and enzyme engineering. This exceptional editorial contribution reflects his deep expertise and unparalleled commitment to advancing global knowledge in environmental science.
Over the years, he has also authored and contributed to numerous high-impact
research papers and scholarly books published by reputed international publishers. His
publications are widely cited and serve as essential references for researchers, academicians, and industry professionals worldwide.
He is actively associated as an Editorial Board Member in more than 30 high-reputed
international journals affiliated with leading organizations and publishers such as
International Water Association, American Chemical Society, Royal Society of Chemistry,
Elsevier, Springer, Taylor & Francis, Wiley, IOP Publishing, Apple Academic Press,
Scrivener Publishing, and Bentham Science Publishers. His extensive editorial involvement
highlights his leadership and recognition in the global scientific community.
Dr. Shah is widely recognized for his collaborative research with leading scientists
across the globe, promoting interdisciplinary solutions to complex environmental challenges.
His work effectively bridges the gap between fundamental research and real-world industrial
applications. In addition to his research excellence, he has been invited as a keynote speaker at numerous national and international conferences, where he shares valuable insights on sustainable development, wastewater management, and environmental innovation. He is also deeply committed to mentoring students and young researchers, fostering academic growth and inspiring future leaders in environmental science and engineering.
Beyond academia, Dr. Shah contributes to industry-oriented solutions and policy-
relevant research aimed at environmental protection, resource recovery, and sustainable
development. Through his relentless dedication and visionary approach, Dr. Maulin P. Shah
has established himself as a leading authority in environmental sustainability, committed to
building a cleaner, greener, and more sustainable future.
