Jatropha curcas L: A Potential 2G Energy Crop to Produce Biofuel in Bangladesh

Agronomy, Biotechnology, Biodiesel and Byproducts

von Kamrun Nahar

158 Seiten, Taschenbuch

Kurzbeschreibung des Verlags

This book addresses the opportunity to cultivate a multipurpose, drought resistant and nonfood bioenergy crop, Jatropha curcas L. in Bangladesh. As a renewable resource and a sustainable substitute for fossil fuel, Jatropha curcas produces seeds containing inedible oil, which can supply fuel and meet the national energy demands of Bangladesh. The plant does not need arable lands and does not compete with food, water and nutrients. This book also highlights the land use patterns and possible cultivation areas of Bangladesh. It is based on research of the cultivation technology, ecological and agronomical aspects, biotechnological methodologies, harvesting and crop yield including fuel and byproduct formation. It also highlights the different uses and socioeconomic benefits of the plant and production costs and briefly describes the procedure for the production of biodiesel and other useful byproducts. The comparison of biodiesel from Jatropha curcas with conventional fossil fuel is also discussed as well as its ability to sequester carbon from the environment to cope up with climate change, adaptation as well as mitigation

• Reihe: Environmental Science and Engineering
• Themen: Geowissenschaften, Geographie, Umwelt, Planung Umwelt
• ISBN: 9783031776441
• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 02.02.2026
• Größe: 23.5 x 15.5 cm
• Verlag: Springer International Publishing