Abstract
Syngas is produced through thermochemical conversion from different types of wastes and is considered an energy vector for a sustainable energy future. The use of gas-fermenting microorganisms is a key factor in the ex situ fermentation of syngas to ensure a compatible concentration for the natural gas grid. Methanogenic archaea grow on syngas (CO, CO2, and H2) using four different pathways: carboxidotrophic, hydrogenotrophic, methylotrophic, and acetoclastic pathways. This chapter describes the biotechnological substratum of syngas fermentation by methanogenic species and overviews the engineering aspects related to syngas fermentation challenges (biochemistry and bioreactor design).
Original language | English |
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Title of host publication | Handbook of Biofuels |
Editors | Sanjay Sahay |
Publisher | Academic Press |
Chapter | 27 |
Pages | 511-527 |
Number of pages | 17 |
ISBN (Print) | 978-0-12-822810-4 |
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Publication status | Published - 15-Oct-2021 |