Summary Report on the Feasibility Study of Commercial Cellulosic Ethanol Production

(Project implemented in 2011) Energy is a critical factor for production in the mining and industrial sectors. Securing an adequate supply of energy at appropriate prices to meet demand is essential, particularly from domestic sources. However, past domestic energy sources have been insufficient to meet demand, leading to a reliance on foreign energy sources for over 60% of total commercial energy demand. Therefore, to ensure Thailand has sufficient energy to meet future demand, one approach is the development of domestic energy sources, which should be inexpensive and available in large, sustainable quantities. Renewable energy from biomass is a promising option due to its ease of availability, low cost, and the presence of residual nutrients that can be utilized. Thus, studying the potential of this type of energy is urgent to reduce the risk of relying on foreign fossil fuels, which are becoming increasingly expensive and scarce (Thanes and colleagues, 2550). One energy source that can be produced from biomass and is of global interest is ethanol, as it can be produced through biological processes involving the fermentation of plants to convert them into sugar and then into alcohol, using enzymes or certain chemicals to aid digestion. The alcohol is then purified by distillation and water separation for use as a component in various industries, including blending with fuel oil, which helps reduce the cost of oil imports. Additionally, alternative energy such as ethanol is considered clean energy.

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28/08/2024

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