Biofuel Production and Water in the Southwest

Speaker:
Kim Ogden

Speaker Title:
Professor, University of Arizona Department of Chemical Environmental Engineering

Event Description:

The Southwest is under consideration for production of fuel from plants and algae due to the long days and ample sunlight. However, water is an issue for sustainable production.  This presentation will focus on the potential for using algae and sweet sorghum as feedstocks for biofuels in the Southwest. Strategies for reducing water usage, recycling water and using wastewater for cultivation will be highlighted.

Sponsors:
Water Resources Research Center

Contact:

Jane Cripps
Phone: (520) 621-2526
E-mail: jcripps@cals.arizona.edu

Website:
http://ag.arizona.edu/azwater/events.php?rcd_id=207