Researchers Convert Algae to Butanol; Fuel Can be Used in Automobiles
Tuesday, March 1, 2011 - 18:00
in Physics & Chemistry
A team of chemical engineers at the University of Arkansas has developed a method for converting common algae into butanol, a renewable fuel that can be used in existing combustible engines. The green technology benefits from and adds greater value to a process being used now to clean and oxygenate U.S. waterways by removing excess nitrogen and phosphorous from fertilizer in runoff.