Biofuel is a term used for energy that is made from processing recently created organic material from non-fossil sources. It can be solid, liquid or gaseous and derived from feedstock biomass such as plant material, algae, vegetable oils or fats from animal waste. Feedstocks are also typically sourced from industrial and municipal waste streams.
It is predicted that around two-thirds of existing ships are unlikely to be retrofitted for future fuels due to economic constraints. For these conventionally fuelled ships that are too old and unfit for investment in retrofitting to use fuels like LNG, methanol, and ammonia, SOLAS compliant biofuels provide an opportunity to meet carbon reduction targets with minimal capex requirements.
Marine biofuels are a crucial component in the transition towards a more sustainable and environmentally friendly maritime industry, and are gaining traction for several reasons:
· Being low in sulphur and carbon emissions, biofuels help shipping companies meet the International Maritime Organization (IMO) regulations.
· Biofuels are produced from renewable resources like agricultural waste, forestry residues, and even algae, making them a sustainable alternative.
· By diversifying the energy sources used in shipping, biofuels can enhance energy security and reduce dependence on oil imports.
Viable options for marine – Auramarine white paper discovers the insights, strategies and best practices for safe use of biofuels in shipping. By studying this white paper, you will gain valuable knowledge on biofuels both in newbuilds and in retrofits and related fuel supply systems.
By reading Viable biofuel options for marine – Auramarine white paper, you will learn about:
· Standards for SOLAS compliant biofuels
· Vegetable oil and animal fat-based biofuels
· Solid Biomass based biofuels
· Considerations for the biofuel supply equipment
· General safety issues related to use onboard
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