Biofuel
Masks Could Be Turned Into Biofuel as Billions Could End up in Ocean
An estimated 129 billion face masks and 65 billion gloves are used each month during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Scientists Turn Carbon Dioxide Into Ant Venom Biofuel
The prototype was found to be highly efficient at producing formic acid—a promising fuel carrier that could revolutionize hydrogen cars.
Scientists Are Turning Human Excrement Into Biofuel
The technique could potentially address two major issues that hit many less-affluent countries—poor sanitation and growing energy needs.
Sewage Can Become Biofuel, Canadian Scientists Say
Globs of fat, food scraps, napkins, condoms, human waste and grease are just some of the ingredients often found in fatbergs.
A Streetlamp Is Being Powered by Dog Poop
This is just the beginning of what we can do with waste.
Greek Yogurt Waste Could Be Used In Jet Fuel
This new and sustainable process for making fuel is based on how our bodies work.
Trump's Conservative Base Will Not Accept EPA Fuel Cuts
Republicans called the proposal "backwards" and "cannibalistic, zero-sum scenario," while farm lobbying groups warned of serious consequences if President Donald Trump broke a promise to farmers.
Can We Save the Algae Biofuel Industry?
Christian Ridley explores ways to rejuvenate the ailing algae biofuel industry.
An Eco Race Driver Is Trying To Turn NASCAR Green
Leilani Munter has forged the most unusual of dual careers.
Gut Fungi Could Help Fill Your Gas Tank
The fungi found in farm animal guts can break down biomass and turn it into fuel.
The Promises and Perils of Synthetic Biology
Synbio was going to save the world. Now it's being used to make vanilla flavoring.
Harnessing the Power of Human Waste to Survive
National Geographic Emerging Explorer T.H. Culhane talks about harnessing the power of poo.