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Assessment of the Substitution of Fossil Fuels by Biofuels in the Transport Sector in Colombia

Year: 2024

Type: conference-paper

Abstract: Based on the energy demand for fuels for the transport sector in Colombia, this study analyzed a scenario for replacing diesel with palm oil biodiesel, gasoline with sugar cane ethanol, aviation fuel with palm oil SAF and natural gas with sewage and vinasse treatment biogas. The results showed a reduction in CO2 emissions, circular economy and excellent gains from replacing these fuels.

DOI: 10.55592/ise.v2i1.11161

Authors: Alvaro Ferney Algarra Rincon, Gabriella Vilela Coelho, Adriano Viana Ensinas, Carlos Eduardo Castilla Alvarez, Samuel Alberto Ouana

Institution: Universidade Federal de Lavras

Language: English

Topic: Biodiesel Production and Applications

Subfield: Biomedical Engineering

Field: Engineering

Domain: Physical Sciences

SDGs: Responsible consumption and production, Climate action, Industry, innovation and infrastructure, Affordable and clean energy

Open Access status: gold

OpenAlex ID: W4410824765

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