Cassava processing wastewater as a platform for third generation biodiesel production

Authors

  • Cristina Neves Federal University of Santa Maria; Dept. of Food Science and Technology
  • Mariana Manzoni Maroneze Federal University of Santa Maria; Dept. of Food Science and Technology
  • Aline Meireles dos Santos Federal University of Santa Maria; Dept. of Food Science and Technology
  • Erika Cristina Francisco University of Passo Fundo; FEAR
  • Roger Wagner Federal University of Santa Maria; Dept. of Food Science and Technology
  • Leila Queiroz Zepka Federal University of Santa Maria; Dept. of Food Science and Technology
  • Eduardo Jacob-Lopes Federal University of Santa Maria; Dept. of Food Science and Technology

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.1590/0103-9016-2015-0302

Abstract

This study aimed to evaluate third generation biodiesel production by microalgae Phormidium autumnale using cassava processing wastewater as a platform. Experiments were performed in a heterotrophic bubble column bioreactor. The study focused on the evaluation of the bioreactor (batch and fed-batch) of different operational modes and the analysis of biofuel quality. Results indicate that fed-batch cultivations improved system performance, elevating biomass and oil productions to 12.0 g L−1 and 1.19 g L−1, respectively. The composition of this oil is predominantly saturated (60 %) and monounsaturated (39 %), resulting in a biodiesel that complys with U.S., European and Brazilian standards. The technological route developed indicates potential for sustainable production of bulk oil and biodiesel, through the minimization of water and chemical demands required to support such a process.

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Published

2016-10-01

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Agricultural Engeneering

How to Cite

Cassava processing wastewater as a platform for third generation biodiesel production . (2016). Scientia Agricola, 73(5), 412-416. https://doi.org/10.1590/0103-9016-2015-0302