Conversion of bioenergy materials to secondary fuels

Abstract

Currently, fossil fuels dominate the global energy mix, causing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions and climate change. In this context, the conversion of bioenergy materials to secondary biofuels can be profitable to substitute fossil fuels. This chapter discusses the most common biofuel production technologies and recent advances, highlighting the role of insects in production processes as a sustainable green approach. Since these processes should be environmentally evaluated, the environmental impacts were discussed in respect of life cycle assessment (LCA). Production and measurement systems of different types of biofuels have also been reported. This chapter builds knowledge and provides background information on promising biofuel production technologies.