Paul Marie Ayoub

Valeric biofuels: a platform of cellulosic transportation fuels.

The first generation of biofuels is presently produced fromsugars, starches, and vegetable oil. Although instrumental indeveloping the market, these biofuels are not likely to deliverthe large volumes needed for the transport sector becausethey directly compete with food for their feedstock. A morepromising feedstock is lignocellulosic material, which is moreabundant, has a lower cost, and is potentially more sustain-able.

Sustainable Supply Chains for Bio-Based Fuels and Chemicals

Supply chain sustainability must be considered in development of biofuels options to reduce global CO2 emissions in the transportation sector, while also meeting a broader set of stakeholder needs in the social and environmental dimensions. Impacts on water resources and biodiversity must be considered, along with regional economic and social factors. Transparency in assessment is critical for effective stakeholder engagement and reliable decision making, to insure the development and deployment of truly value-added energy solutions.