Biofuels, Two-Volume Set

This new two-volume set addresses the diversity and production of biofuels. In Volume 1, the authors present in-depth compositional analyses of feedstock used for biofuels, the variability of feedstock based on climatic condition and place of cultivation, and the strength of feedstock in terms of growing under marginal conditions. Volume 2 covers production and ecological assessment, focusing on genetic, biochemical, and environmental factors that affect the production of biofuels.

With experts addressing issues related to global warming and overutilization of limited fossil fuel reserves at various forums, biofuels have taken center stage of discussion as an important alternative for transportation energy. There are several feedstock and avenues for biofuel production, and several biofuel molecules have been evaluated so far. More specifically, biomass-based fuels have become the target of intense investigation because of their abundance in the form of agricultural and forestry residues.

This new two-volume set covers many aspects of the diversity and production of biofuels. In Volume 1, the chapter authors present in-depth compositional analyses of feedstock used for biofuels, the variability of feedstock based on climatic condition and place of cultivation, and the strength of feedstock in terms of growing under marginal conditions. Diversity in feedstock is associated with diversity in enzymes needed to digest these biomasses, and this section also deals with diversity in biomass saccharifying enzymes as well as microbes producing these enzymes. The volume goes on to discuss various biofuel molecules beyond ethanol that are currently in the pipeline at different stages of development.

Volume 2 of this two-volume set covers production and ecological assessment, focusing on genetic, biochemical, and environmental factors that affect the production of biofuels. It describes different host platforms and process conditions commonly used for biofuel production and also provides a comprehensive understanding of potential positive and negative impacts of biofuel usage on our environmental ecosystem.

With a roster of experts from around the world, these two volumes present a plethora of valuable research on the diversity and production of biofuels.