Wednesday, September 25, 2013

Notes from Jonathan Trent's TED Talk

Why is algae important?

  • We need multiple sources of energy; especially, renewable sources.
  • Algae can be used to make:
    • Fuel;
    • Fertilizer;
    • Cosmetics;
    • Food; and
    • Animal Feed.
  • Algae produces more per acre than other bio-fuel sources.

What makes algae happy?

  • Sun
  • Carbon Dioxide
  • Water
  • Nutrients

What challenges of producing algae for bio-fuel?



The main challenge is competing with fossil fuel without competing with agriculture.

Specifically, challenges include:
  • Water Source
  • Fertilizer
  • Land
  • Energy Yield


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