Dear BEST,
The following article illustrates an exciting concept: growing algae in
the desert using wastewater. El Dorado Biofuels LLC. in Jal, New Mexico
is growing thermophilic algae in industrial wastewater retrieved from
nearby oil and gas wells, then plans to sell the algae for biofuels as
well as cattle feed.
Link:
http://www.sustainablebusinessoregon.com/national/2012/06/new-mexico-town-grows-algae-for-biofuels.html
Kevin Robinson-Avila, 2012, New Mexico Town Grows Algae for Biofuels,
New Mexico Business Weekly
Sincerely,
Adrian Brene
Bioenergy Summer School Intern
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