Incorporation of microalgae technology in the built environment
Incorporation of microalgae technology in the built environment
Buildings account for over 30% of energy use and emissions, necessitating sustainable design solutions. One potential solution is integrating microalgae bioreactors into buildings for renewable energy generation and enhanced environmental performance. However, there are technical and economic challenges to overcome. This study examined the best ways to incorporate microalgae systems to optimize productivity, energy benefits, and emission reductions. A techno-economic analysis was conducted on three scenarios: a commercial building, a detached house, and a community plant, comparing the UK with Europe and India. The findings revealed that high costs outweighed revenues over 25 years, making adoption difficult. The majority of emissions came from manufacturing, materials, and grid energy. Although renewable energy from microalgae mitigated some impacts, significant challenges persist. Factors affecting feasibility include climate's effect on algae growth, wastewater stream access, and the type of bioproducts produced. This research offers a foundation for future studies and policy recommendations.
Pasikanti, Varun
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15 September 2023
Pasikanti, Varun
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Gauthier, Stephanie
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Nicol, Fergus
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Brotas, Luisa
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Pasikanti, Varun
(2023)
Incorporation of microalgae technology in the built environment.
Gauthier, Stephanie, Nicol, Fergus, Brotas, Luisa and Schiano-Phan, Rosa
(eds.)
12th Masters Conference: People and Buildings, University of Westminster, London, United Kingdom.
15 Sep 2023.
6 pp
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(doi:10.5258/SOTON/P1151).
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Buildings account for over 30% of energy use and emissions, necessitating sustainable design solutions. One potential solution is integrating microalgae bioreactors into buildings for renewable energy generation and enhanced environmental performance. However, there are technical and economic challenges to overcome. This study examined the best ways to incorporate microalgae systems to optimize productivity, energy benefits, and emission reductions. A techno-economic analysis was conducted on three scenarios: a commercial building, a detached house, and a community plant, comparing the UK with Europe and India. The findings revealed that high costs outweighed revenues over 25 years, making adoption difficult. The majority of emissions came from manufacturing, materials, and grid energy. Although renewable energy from microalgae mitigated some impacts, significant challenges persist. Factors affecting feasibility include climate's effect on algae growth, wastewater stream access, and the type of bioproducts produced. This research offers a foundation for future studies and policy recommendations.
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12th Masters Conference: People and Buildings, University of Westminster, London, United Kingdom, 2023-09-15 - 2023-09-15
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