Sato Biofuel Algae Poihi

Abstract: 

Biofuels from Opihi Algae. 10 to 15 years of technology development. Current business exists in high quality, fresh algae. Research needed on strains, biomass production, enviornmental manipulation, harvest, processing. Cost must be competitive with petroleum.

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Category: 
Microalgae
Uses of Seaweeds: Fuel or Energy