The Use of Non-Food Biomass for Biodiesel Production: Economic Opportunities and Regulatory Framework [Part 2]
<p id="p1">The global energy transition requires a shift from fossil fuels to sustainable alternatives to mitigate climate change and enhance energy security. Biodiesel derived from non-food biomass has emerged as a pivotal solution for decarbonizing hard-to-abate sectors like transportation, overco...
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| description | <p id="p1">The global energy transition requires a shift from fossil fuels to sustainable alternatives to mitigate climate change and enhance energy security. Biodiesel derived from non-food biomass has emerged as a pivotal solution for decarbonizing hard-to-abate sectors like transportation, overcoming the critical ethical and environmental limitations of first-generation biofuels. This chapter provides a comprehensive analysis of the non-food biodiesel sector, building on a foundation of advanced feedstocks and conversion technologies. It delves into the economic viability, policy frameworks, and socioeconomic dimensions essential for commercial scalability. The analysis highlights the significant opportunities in waste valorization and circular bioeconomy models, job creation in rural economies, and the crucial role of supportive policies and certifications. A comparative assessment of regulatory approaches in Europe, the United States, and Asia is presented, alongside case studies of successful initiatives. The chapter concludes with future perspectives on technological innovation, the role of biodiesel in decarbonizing aviation and maritime transport, and synergies with other renewables. Finally, it offers strategic recommendations for policymakers and industry stakeholders to foster a sustainable, equitable, and integrated biodiesel industry.</p> |
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| spelling | intech-12372422026-02-25 The Use of Non-Food Biomass for Biodiesel Production: Economic Opportunities and Regulatory Framework [Part 2] Asma Nouira Imen Amri Imene Bekri-Abbes Diogo Canavarro Physical Sciences, Engineering and Technology <p id="p1">The global energy transition requires a shift from fossil fuels to sustainable alternatives to mitigate climate change and enhance energy security. Biodiesel derived from non-food biomass has emerged as a pivotal solution for decarbonizing hard-to-abate sectors like transportation, overcoming the critical ethical and environmental limitations of first-generation biofuels. This chapter provides a comprehensive analysis of the non-food biodiesel sector, building on a foundation of advanced feedstocks and conversion technologies. It delves into the economic viability, policy frameworks, and socioeconomic dimensions essential for commercial scalability. The analysis highlights the significant opportunities in waste valorization and circular bioeconomy models, job creation in rural economies, and the crucial role of supportive policies and certifications. A comparative assessment of regulatory approaches in Europe, the United States, and Asia is presented, alongside case studies of successful initiatives. The chapter concludes with future perspectives on technological innovation, the role of biodiesel in decarbonizing aviation and maritime transport, and synergies with other renewables. Finally, it offers strategic recommendations for policymakers and industry stakeholders to foster a sustainable, equitable, and integrated biodiesel industry.</p> IntechOpen 2026-02-25 Chapter, Part Of Book https://www.intechopen.com/chapters/1237242 doi:10.5772/intechopen.1012612 en ISBN:978-0-85466-747-5 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ https://www.intechopen.com/books/1004666 ; Sustainable Waste Management and Energy Valorization - Challenges and Technological Innovations |
| spellingShingle | Physical Sciences, Engineering and Technology Nouira, Asma Amri, Imen Bekri-Abbes, Imene Canavarro, Diogo The Use of Non-Food Biomass for Biodiesel Production: Economic Opportunities and Regulatory Framework [Part 2] |
| title | The Use of Non-Food Biomass for Biodiesel Production: Economic Opportunities and Regulatory Framework [Part 2] |
| title_full | The Use of Non-Food Biomass for Biodiesel Production: Economic Opportunities and Regulatory Framework [Part 2] |
| title_fullStr | The Use of Non-Food Biomass for Biodiesel Production: Economic Opportunities and Regulatory Framework [Part 2] |
| title_full_unstemmed | The Use of Non-Food Biomass for Biodiesel Production: Economic Opportunities and Regulatory Framework [Part 2] |
| title_short | The Use of Non-Food Biomass for Biodiesel Production: Economic Opportunities and Regulatory Framework [Part 2] |
| title_sort | use of non food biomass for biodiesel production economic opportunities and regulatory framework part 2 |
| topic | Physical Sciences, Engineering and Technology |
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