Revolutionary Eco-Box Turns Your Breath Into Fuel
Alexandra Choli — February 11, 2009 — Eco
References: livescience
A ground-breaking system is now being tested at Liverpool John Lennon Airport, UK that recycles passengers’ breath into biofuel. Developed by Origo Industries, the Eco-Box captures CO2 from the air exhaled by travelers and turns it into fuel. It does so through a photo-bioreactor which acts as a feedstock for algae; the biomass produced is then refined and converted to fuel.
Aiming at collecting 24,000 gallons of fuel during this pilot stage, the airport will be using the energy for its diesel vehicles and heating system. Upon successful completion, the next stage aims to notably raise the production target to 289,000 gallons, which effectively translates into a daily 800 gallons of biofuel.
So think about it: up until now, we have been drilling miles into the desert or diving leagues under the sea for petrol, we have been trying to harness any kind of energy be it solar, wind or hydrodynamic, we have even split the atom putting our heads on the line; yet possibly all we need have done is… breathe!
Aiming at collecting 24,000 gallons of fuel during this pilot stage, the airport will be using the energy for its diesel vehicles and heating system. Upon successful completion, the next stage aims to notably raise the production target to 289,000 gallons, which effectively translates into a daily 800 gallons of biofuel.
So think about it: up until now, we have been drilling miles into the desert or diving leagues under the sea for petrol, we have been trying to harness any kind of energy be it solar, wind or hydrodynamic, we have even split the atom putting our heads on the line; yet possibly all we need have done is… breathe!
Trend Themes
1. Co2-to-biofuel Conversion - The technology of capturing CO2 emissions and converting them into biofuel has gained new potential and provides opportunities for the innovation of new conversion methods and systems.
2. Carbon Neutral Airports - The experimentation of carbon-neutral airports paves the way for eco-friendly innovations in the airport industry, making for a future in which airports can operate without causing harm to the environment.
3. Sustainable Aviation Fuel - The Eco-Box invention is an example of how sustainable aviation fuel options are being developed in a bid to decarbonize the aviation industry and these have potential and are likely to see increasing interests, research and procurements.
Industry Implications
1. Renewable Energy Industry - The concept of converting CO2 emissions into renewable bioenergy introduces innovative possibilities with regards to practical CO2 reduction strategies for energy producers and manufacturers.
2. Airline & Aviation Industry - The aviation sector should explore the potential of the sustainable fuel revolution by experimenting with emerging biofuel and decarbonization technologies like the Origo Eco-Box system before scaling up sustainable fuel production.
3. Environmental Services Industry - The growing demand for carbon capture projects and other eco-initiatives has spurred new opportunities in the environmental services industry to drive innovation and improve sustainable outcomes for clients worldwide.
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