Bioprocess Technology for Sustainable Energy
This research focuses on biogas technology, fermentative production of hydrogen and ethanol as well as the use of microbial fuel cells. Furthermore, sequential processes can be used to enhance the utilization of raw materials and to obtain different energy carriers. The raw materials for biologically produced energy include different side and waste streams from the industry. End products include gaseous and liquid fuels for production of heat and electricity and/or transport fuels. Research methodologies used include bioprocess technology, microbiology, molecular biology, modeling, economics, environmental impact assessment and applied chemistry.
Responsible persons: Professor Jaakko Puhakka
Researchers: MSc Tech Aino-Maija Lakaniemi, MSc Tech Marika Nissilä
Funding: TUT President's Doctoral Programme, University Alliance, Finland
Schedule: 2008 – 2009