Two alternative energy sources, bio-diesel derived from algae and bio-hydrogen produced by a dark fermentation process, were found to be possibly viable for widespread use in the near future. With more research, they could be integrated into our energy infrastructure to lessen reliance on foreign oil as well as other fossil fuels. Current technologies and feasibilities are summarized and some recommendations are presented.

• This report represents the work of one or more WPI undergraduate students submitted to the faculty as evidence of completion of a degree requirement. WPI routinely publishes these reports on its website without editorial or peer review.

Creator

• Baxter, Michael Joseph
• Ehnstrom, James Thomas
• Degen, Bradford Richard

Subject

• Environment
• Infrastructure
• Energy
• Sustainability
• Innovation

Publisher

• Worcester Polytechnic Institute

Identifier

• 04D009I

Keyword

• Renewable energy sources
• Sustainability

Advisor

• Thompson, Robert W.

Year

• 2004

Date created

• 2004-01-01

Location

• Worcester

Resource type

• Interactive Qualifying Project

Rights statement

• In Copyright