Is Algae-based Biofuel an Energy Game Changer?

Is Algae-based Biofuel an Energy Game Changer?
Author: Devon Bass
Published: December 19, 2011 at 10:26 am

Algae is one surprising potential energy source that is showing great promise. It has gained recent media attention as the U.S Navy has announced plans to test the use of algae biofuel in one of its cargo ships. Unlike oil which is only found in underground deposits in certain parts of the world, algae grows in abundance all over the globe. Approximately half of algae’s weight is comprised of lipid oil can be converted into biodiesel. Biodiesel burns more cleanly and efficiently than petroleum.