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A Multi-Objective Life Cycle Optimization Model of an Integrated Algal Biorefinery toward a Sustainable Circular Bioeconomy Considering Resource Recirculation

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  • Celine Marie A. Solis

    (Industrial Engineering Department, De La Salle University, Manila 0922, Philippines)

  • Jayne Lois G. San Juan

    (Industrial Engineering Department, De La Salle University, Manila 0922, Philippines
    Center for Engineering and Sustainable Development Research, De La Salle University, Manila 0922, Philippines)

  • Andres Philip Mayol

    (Mechanical Engineering Department, De La Salle University, Manila 0922, Philippines)

  • Charlle L. Sy

    (Industrial Engineering Department, De La Salle University, Manila 0922, Philippines
    Center for Engineering and Sustainable Development Research, De La Salle University, Manila 0922, Philippines)

  • Aristotle T. Ubando

    (Center for Engineering and Sustainable Development Research, De La Salle University, Manila 0922, Philippines
    Mechanical Engineering Department, De La Salle University, Manila 0922, Philippines)

  • Alvin B. Culaba

    (Center for Engineering and Sustainable Development Research, De La Salle University, Manila 0922, Philippines
    Mechanical Engineering Department, De La Salle University, Manila 0922, Philippines)

Abstract

Biofuel production from microalgae biomass has been considered a viable alternative to harmful fossil fuels; however, challenges are faced regarding its economic sustainability. Process integration to yield various high-value bioproducts is implemented to raise profitability and sustainability. By incorporating a circular economy outlook, recirculation of resource flows is maximized to yield economic and environmental benefits through waste minimization. However, previous modeling studies have not looked into the opportunity of integrating productivity reduction related to the continuous recirculation and reuse of resources until it reaches its end of life. In this work, a novel multi-objective optimization model is developed centered on an algal biorefinery that simultaneously optimizes cost and environmental impact, adopts the principle of resource recovery and recirculation, and incorporates the life cycle assessment methodology to properly account for the environmental impacts of the system. An algal biorefinery involving end-products such as biodiesel, glycerol, biochar, and fertilizer was used for a case study to validate the optimization model. The generated optimal results are assessed and further analyzed through scenario analysis. It was seen that demand fluctuations and process unit efficiencies have significant effect on the optimal results.

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  • Celine Marie A. Solis & Jayne Lois G. San Juan & Andres Philip Mayol & Charlle L. Sy & Aristotle T. Ubando & Alvin B. Culaba, 2021. "A Multi-Objective Life Cycle Optimization Model of an Integrated Algal Biorefinery toward a Sustainable Circular Bioeconomy Considering Resource Recirculation," Energies, MDPI, vol. 14(5), pages 1-22, March.
  • Handle: RePEc:gam:jeners:v:14:y:2021:i:5:p:1416-:d:510705
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