Rice Plant Leaves as a Low-Cost Feedstock for Bioethanol Production: A Techno-Economic Analysis
Year: 2026
Type: article
Abstract: The increasing demand for renewable energy sources has led to the exploration of alternative feedstock for bioethanol production. This study evaluates the techno-economic feasibility of using rice plant leaves as a low-cost feedstock for bioethanol production. A comprehensive analysis of the production process, including pre-treatment, hydrolysis, fermentation and distillation, was conducted. The results show that the rice plant leaves can be converted into bioethanol with a yield of 250L/t, at a minimum production cost. The study also identifies the areas for the process of optimisation, including pre-treatment and enzyme hydrolysis, to further reduce the production costs. A sensitive analysis reveals that the production cost is more sensitive to the cost of enzymes and transportation. Overall, this study demonstrates the potential of rice plant leaves as a low-cost feedstock for bioethanol production, offering a promising solution for renewable energy production.
Author: Sita Sharan Lal Karn
Language: English
Subfield: Biomedical Engineering
Field: Engineering
Domain: Physical Sciences
Open Access status: green
OpenAlex ID: W7124732576
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