Three Big Problems with Algae
The following are some of the main problems with the algae to biodiesel concept:
1. Harvesting algae is much more difficult and energy intensive than most people realize.
2. Random natural algae tend to start taking over from artificially seeded algae fairly rapidly unless the pond is covered, and covering ponds costs money.
3. Ponds often have to be lined to meet groundwater regulatory requirements, which adds quite a bit to costs.
These are not the only problems, but each of these is a significant issue to be tackled...
Thought I'd just make a mention of this...will pick this up and provide more detail in some other blog soon.
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algOS - Biodiesel from Algae Open Source
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