Global Bioenergies and Clariant Produce Isobutene from Wheat Straw
October 5, 2016http://biofuels-news.com/display_news/11114/global_bioenergies_and_clariant_produce_isobutene_from_wheat_straw_at_industrial_pilot_scale/
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Global Bioenergies and Clariant began production of isobutene using wheat straw hydrolysate in their industrial pilot project plant at Pomacle Bazancourt in France.
The project combines Clariant's process, which allows the conversion of agricultural residues into sugar-rich hydrolysates, with Global Bioenergies' isobutene production process using various industrial-grade sugars. Clariant produced the wheat straw hydrolysate in its Straubing facility in Germany and will be converted into renewable isobutene at the Global Bioenergies' industrial plant.
The production of isobutene opens the door for a more general use of second generation sugars. Isooctane, a derivative of isobutene, is ideal as an additive for fuels as it can provide better engine performance and lower environmental impact.
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